
Ketan Bharadia
Ketan Bharadia is the Technical Editor of What Hi-Fi? He has been reviewing hi-fi, TV and home cinema equipment for almost three decades and has covered thousands of products over that time. Ketan works across the What Hi-Fi? brand including the website and magazine. His background is based in electronic and mechanical engineering.
Latest articles by Ketan Bharadia

Wilson Benesch launches the ‘entry-level’ £82,000/$130,000 Greenwich turntable
By Ketan Bharadia published
The most affordable way into Wilson Benesch's GMT record player line-up

Rotel DX-5
By Ketan Bharadia published
Rotel’s DX-5 is a modestly powered, premium compact integrated amplifier of huge ability.

A tale of three speakers: mini monitor legends from Acoustic Energy, BBC and KEF
By Ketan Bharadia published
Three generational talents compared and contrasted

Yamaha YH-4000
By Ketan Bharadia published
Yamaha’s YH-4000 open-back headphones are comfortable, well-made and set impressive sonic standards for the price.

Philips Fidelio FA3
By Harry McKerrell published
Philips’ active speakers offer ample features, including Bluetooth, HDMI ARC and optical inputs, but can their sound performance trouble the class leaders?

WiiM Sound
By Kashfia Kabir published
WiiM enters the wireless speaker market with a HomePod-rivalling design, ample streaming features and the promise of powerful and detailed sound.

JBL Bar 1000MK2
By Robyn Quick published
Detachable surrounds, wireless sub, and a whole lot of promise.

LG Sound Suite system
By Tom Parsons published
LG’s FlexConnect-powered Dolby Atmos home cinema system has Sonos in its sights.

Moon 371
By Ketan Bharadia published
Moon’s 371 is a classy high-end streaming amplifier that delivers excellent sound and a seamless user experience.

Philips TAH8000E
By James Cook published
Closed-back, noise-cancelling wireless headphones with an enviable battery life – are these Philips cans worth the price?

iFi Go Link 2
By Harry McKerrell published
The iFi Go Link 2 DAC is a portable, affordable way to get your smartphone or laptop-based music sounding a good deal better.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro
By Harry McKerrell published
The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are on a mission to prove that Samsung can challenge in the ever-competitive world of premium wireless earbuds.

Acoustic Energy AE1 40th Anniversary
By Ketan Bharadia published
Can a speaker design so grounded in the ’80s still make sense today?

A visit to this year's Bristol Hi-Fi Show provided further evidence of a Cyrus revival
By Ketan Bharadia published
Cyrus Audio's rebirth is heartwarming and long overdue

System balance: what is the ideal amount to spend on each part of your hi-fi?
By Ketan Bharadia published
Successful system building doesn't conform to a strict formula

Cambridge Audio Evo 150 SE
By Kashfia Kabir published
Cambridge Audio has evolved its feature-packed, well-designed Evo 150 streaming amplifier, with sonic improvements promised – does it succeed?

Harman Kardon Enchant 900
By Robyn Quick published
Against tough competition, the Harman Kardon Enchant 900 manages to stand firm as an energetic, room-filling soundbar.

Shokz OpenDots One
By Harry McKerrell published
Open earbuds are becoming an increasingly big deal. Has Shokz managed to get in on the action with its lightweight OpenDots One buds?

Rotel DX-3
By Ketan Bharadia published
Rotel’s flexible DX-3 DAC/headphone amp sports a new look for the brand and delivers a well-rounded sound.

Sony WF-1000XM6
By Andy Madden published
We always expect big things from Sony’s flagship wireless earbuds, and its latest pair doesn’t disappoint.

Rega Mercury/Solis
By Ketan Bharadia published
Rega’s range-topping pre/power has a thrilling music-first approach that’s hard to resist.

Active vs passive speakers: what's the difference? Which is better?
By Ketan Bharadia last updated
Ever wondered about the difference between active and passive speakers? All us to elaborate on how they work.

KEF Coda W
By James Cook published
Stylish looks, lots of ways to connect, and a big, detailed sound mean the case for the KEF Coda W active speakers is a mighty one
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