Andy Madden

Andy Madden

Andy is Deputy Editor of What Hi-Fi? and a consumer electronics journalist with nearly 20 years of experience writing news, reviews and features. Over the years he's also contributed to a number of other outlets, including The Sunday Times, the BBC, Stuff, and BA High Life Magazine. Premium wireless earbuds are his passion but he's also keen on car tech and in-car audio systems and can often be found cruising the countryside testing the latest set-ups. In his spare time Andy is a keen golfer and gamer.

Latest articles by Andy Madden

Apple AirPods Max wireless headphones on a sideboard among pot plants

Best iPhone headphones 2026: budget to premium, tested by experts

By Joe Svetlik, Andy Madden last updated

best buys Make the most of that excellent sound quality with our pick of the best iPhone headphones on the market right now.

best buys

Apple’s five-star AirPods Pro 3 slot straight into our best wireless earbuds guide

By Andy Madden published

Out with the old and in with the new…

Wireless Earbuds

I'm surprised and confused by Sony's new turntable line-up – here's why

By Andy Madden published

Was I wrong to expect a bit more?

Turntables

Sony lifts the lid on two new Bluetooth turntables with sleek, minimalist designs

By Andy Madden published

Ease of use is high on the agenda

Turntables

Sony wants a slice of the wireless wearable audio pie with its LinkBuds Clip earbuds

By Andy Madden published

New buds join a blossoming category

Wireless Earbuds

Bowers & Wilkins’ 700 Series speaker range just gained a special bookshelf model

By Andy Madden published

Say hello to the 707 Prestige Edition

Hi-Fi Speakers
Bose, Sony, Apple and Bowers & Wolkins wireless earbuds lined up and out of their cases

Best wireless earbuds 2026: top pairs tested by our reviewers

By Andy Madden last updated

Best Buys Our review team has tested multiple pairs to find the best wireless earbuds for every budget – here are our top picks.

Best Buys
The AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Pro 2 buds below their charging cases on a green material surface.

Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs AirPods Pro 2: which wireless earbuds are better?

By Joe Svetlik last updated

Are the new AirPods Pro worth the extra cost?

Wireless Earbuds

Pro-Ject’s new amplifiers promise to supercharge your wired headphones experience

By Andy Madden published

You have two new models to choose from

Headphone Amplifiers

Superb hi-fi deal sees first major discount for Award-winning five-star floorstanders

By Andy Madden published

Awesome speakers, awesome price

Hi-Fi Speakers

“It has to be dead, so you know what you’re hearing out of the speakers is exactly what is coming out.” Jools Holland on hi-fi, soundproofing and second-hand studio kit

By Andy Madden published

We revisit our November 1983 interview…

Hi-Fi

Iconic Harman Kardon Soundsticks get Wi-Fi and hi-res audio streaming for their latest iteration

By Andy Madden published

Hands up, who remembers the original?

Wireless Speakers

I’m itching for the AirPods Max wireless headphones to get a proper sequel – here’s why

By Andy Madden published

Apple’s flagship over-ears should be on a whole new level by now

Wireless Headphones

4 things I want from Apple, Bose, Bowers & Wilkins and Sony headphones in 2026

By Andy Madden published

Because there’s always room for improvement

Wireless Headphones

Arendal 1528 Bookshelf 8

By Ketan Bharadia published

Arendal’s 1528 Bookshelf 8 is a refreshing alternative to the established class leaders.

Hi-Fi Speakers
KEF LSX II LT speakers in sage green on a white desk

Best speaker deals: great savings on wireless and hi-fi speakers

By Harry McKerrell last updated

Deals Make big savings on the best stereo speakers, wireless and smart speakers around.

Deals

5 last-minute Cyber Monday tech deals to avoid – and what I'd recommend instead

By Andy Madden published

Combining good prices and great performance is key

AV

This Technics streaming system still has a Cyber Monday discount, but I can't see past this cheaper, better alternative

By Andy Madden last updated

Awesome all-in-one audio

Stereo Systems

I can't recommend Bose on Cyber Monday while this Sony headphones deal still exists

By Andy Madden last updated

New QC Ultras or Award-winning XM6?

Wireless Headphones

Quick! Black Friday might be over, but I think there’s plenty of value in these excellent hi-fi system deals

By Andy Madden published

All-in-ones with awesome ability

Hi-Fi
Selection of headphones on a blue background with a Black Friday tag

Black Friday headphones deals live: we search for the best prices on reviewed and rated wired and wireless pairs

By Andy Madden last updated

We're tracking all the best savings live

Headphones
Speaker, TV, hi-fi amplifier, headphones on red baclground with Black Friday deals banner

63 of the best Black Friday deals on products we've tested and rated

By Joe Svetlik last updated

Black Friday We're sharing the best Black Black Friday deals around

Black Friday
Sonos Ace and Sony WH-1000XM5 earcups next to each other

Sonos Ace headphones crash to their lowest price yet for Black Friday – but are they worth it?

By Andy Madden published

Up to 50% off, but can you still do better?

Wireless Headphones
The picture shows two pairs of wireless in-ear headphones next to each other on a wooden surface. On the left, a black pair of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II and their open charging case. On the right is a white pair of Apple AirPods Pro 2 and their also open charging case.

Best wireless earbuds deals: save big on five-star Bose, Sony and more

By Andy Madden last updated

We've highlighted the biggest and best price drops on some fantastic pairs of true wireless earbuds.

Wireless Earbuds

All of Sony’s five-star wireless headphones have price drops ahead of Black Friday – but is now a good time to buy?

By Andy Madden published

Take advantage of some seriously tempting prices

Wired Headphones
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