Features

“What is JBL sound? It’s powerful, dynamic and energetic” – we chat to JBL about headphones, history and 80 years in the business

By Harry McKerrell published 1 May 26

JBL celebrates 80 years in the game – and looks forward to 80 more…

This premium CD player has caught my eye – is this what my beloved disc collection has been waiting for?

By Kashfia Kabir published 1 May 26

My CD collection has long been neglected in favour of vinyl – but the new NAD C 589 could change things

Ask The Reader: what's your favourite prog album for testing hi-fi?

By Alastair Stevenson published 1 May 26

We showed you ours, now it's time for you to reveal your favourite prog albums!

Pick of the Month: a shining star OLED TV, twin Sony turntable treats, five-star high-end hi-fi speakers and more, tested

By Alastair Stevenson published 1 May 26

It was a really busy month for our hi-fi and home cinema experts

I’ve seen Samsung’s 2026 lineup early: there’s one TV I can’t stop thinking about – and it’s not an OLED

By Lewis Empson published 30 April 26

Samsung's new range is brighter and bolder than before

We have a new recommended small OLED TV – but it's not all good news

By Alastair Stevenson published 30 April 26

We need more small OLED TVs, not fewer

New to hi-fi? We’ve rounded up some of the best entry-level speakers, turntables and systems that won’t break the bank

By Daniel Furn published 30 April 26

Brilliant budget bargains await

15 of the very first turntables from iconic hi-fi brands

By Becky Roberts published 30 April 26

We take a trip down memory lane to explore the humble beginnings of seminal turntable brands, from Linn and Michell Audio to Technics and Rega.

I heard a Dolby Atmos mix in a professional recording studio – and it’s changed my view of spatial audio

By Harry McKerrell published 28 April 26

Is this really the future of music?

Rewind: an OLED TV intervention, high-end JBL speakers reviewed, Dolby Atmos BMW system and more

By Alastair Stevenson published 27 April 26

It was another busy week for our hi-fi and home cinema experts