
Kashfia Kabir
Kashfia is the Hi-Fi and Audio Editor of What Hi-Fi? and first joined the brand 13 years ago. During her time in the consumer tech industry, she has reviewed hundreds of products (including speakers, amplifiers, turntables and headphones), been to countless trade shows across the world and fallen in love with hi-fi kit much bigger than her. In her spare time, Kash can be found tending to an ever-growing houseplant collection and shooing her cat away from spinning records.
Latest articles by Kashfia Kabir

6 things I learned after spending 24 hours with the Eversolo Play CD Edition streaming amplifier
By Kashfia Kabir published
These features make an enticing first impression

Save £300 on this impressive Technics streamer and CD player combo
By Kashfia Kabir published
The five-star SL-G700M2 gives you the best of both worlds

Vertere DG-X
By Kashfia Kabir published
The Vertere DG-X’s significant engineering improvements result in a more powerful, refined, stable and dynamic performance that thrills in every way, while also being lovely to use.

NAD’s retro-looking streaming amp, Fell Audio’s affordable hi-fi duo, and a KEF speaker package are in for testing this month
By Kashfia Kabir published
These are the 7 new products our review team is most excited about

Acoustic Energy AE300 Mk2
By Ketan Bharadia published
The AE300 MkII are a wonderfully balanced pair of standmounters that will work well in a wide range of systems

I tried Lorde’s transparent CD in 7 different disc players – but did it play on any of them?
By Kashfia Kabir published
Not your average compact disc...

I’ve been using Apple Music for 10 years, and this one hi-fi feature would make my listening complete
By Kashfia Kabir published
AirPlay needs a serious Connect upgrade

Chord Electronics Alto
By Ketan Bharadia published
The Chord Alto has an unusual blend of talents that are sure to please high-end headphone and pro users alike.

Jazz fans, take note: this audiophile record label's full hi-res catalogue is now available on Qobuz
By Kashfia Kabir published
And there's an exclusive vinyl competition, too

JBL Tour One M3 Smart Tx
By Kashfia Kabir published
JBL’s flagship wireless headphones have ample features, a comfortable portable design and a friendly sound, but they face fierce competition at this premium price level.

Musical Fidelity's highly-anticipated integrated amplifier promises to deliver "great sound at an affordable price"
By Kashfia Kabir published
The B1xi integrated is yours for £699

Pro-Ject's E1.2 turntable aims to deliver "beautiful analogue sound" from an affordable, plug-and-play design
By Kashfia Kabir published
A fully manual budget spinner with a focus on performance

ATC SCM20ASL
By Ketan Bharadia published
ATC’s active SCM20ASL monitors bring the sound of the studio to the home.

Lumin's flagship U2X network transport promises a "new benchmark in digital audio streaming"
By Kashfia Kabir published
With extensive hi-res file support and multiple digital outputs

AVID celebrates its 30th anniversary and dedication to precision engineering with the all-new Relveo turntable
By Kashfia Kabir published
With new suspension system, refined power supply and flagship-derived technology

Hurry! Prime Day ends today, and this is the only hi-fi deal I recommend you buy before it's over – here's why
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Your last chance to get a 20% saving on a very good, very budget music streamer

Focal's high-end Diva Mezza active speaker system aims to push "the boundaries of wireless hi-fi"
By Kashfia Kabir published
Bigger, more powerful and even pricier than the five-star Utopia

Marshall's first soundbar, Eversolo streaming amp with CD drive, and high-end Focal wireless headphones are being tested in July
By Kashfia Kabir published
6 hi-fi, AV and headphone products we're excited to review this month

28 Years Later is my film of the year – and here's why I think it will make an awesome test disc
By Kashfia Kabir published
Natural beauty and heart-stopping action

8 great TV title songs that are too good to skip – and sound great on your AV system
By Kashfia Kabir published
Terrific opening credits that use real songs and set the mood for the show

The Cyrus 40 PPA aims to improve upon one of the best phono stages we have heard in the past decade
By Kashfia Kabir published
Extensive upgrades inside and outside

Ruark Audio R610
By Kashfia Kabir published
Ruark’s streaming amplifier is lovely to look at and use, with extensive features and a smooth, captivating performance in a compact form.

12 albums from 2000 that are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year
By Kashfia Kabir published
From Eminem to Linkin Park, PJ Harvey to A Perfect Circle, these are the best albums from 2000 that are turning 25 this year.
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