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

TAD ME1TX
By Ketan Bharadia Published
TAD’s ME1TX delivers breathtaking resolution and insight from a compact, beautifully made package.

Roksan Caspian 4G Streaming Pre-Amplifier/Caspian 4G Power Amplifier
By Ketan Bharadia Published
Roksan’s take on a streaming pre/power combination is pleasingly forward-looking and capable of musical greatness.

Arcam A5+ vs Marantz Model 70: which stereo amplifier is best for you?
By Ketan Bharadia Published
We pit the newly launched Marantz Model 70 against the Arcam A5+ to find out which step-up stereo amplifier is the better choice at this price.

KEF LS Luxe
By Harry McKerrell Published
Thanks to its immense talent and impressive versatility, the LS Luxe could be the best wireless speaker system KEF has ever made

Marantz CD 70
By Andy Madden Published
Marantz has a new entry-level CD player, but is it up to scratch?

Marantz Model 70
By Ketan Bharadia Published
The Marantz Model 70 stereo amplifier replaces an Award-winning budget classic, and moves upmarket with fresh features, a new design and improved sound.

KEF R Meta 5.1 Speaker System
By Tom Parsons Published
R Meta speakers look perfectly matched on paper, but can they deliver a truly cohesive home cinema experience?

Denon AVR-X2900H
By Lewis Empson Published
Has the four-year wait for Denon’s new mid-range home cinema amplifier been worth it?

Denon AVC-A1H
By Lewis Empson Published
Does Denon’s flagship home cinema amplifier justify its sizeable price tag?

Thinking of buying a soundbar? Here’s a better alternative
By Ketan Bharadia Published
Soundbars make a lot of sense, but there is an alternative that could work better for you

Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G
By Ioan Hazell Published
With a clear, detailed and precise sound, Monitor Audio’s handsome new floorstanders aren’t just a pretty face.

Soundcore Nebula X1 Pro
By Robyn Quick Published
Nebula’s all-in-one home cinema on wheels looks out of this world, but can it deliver a stellar performance?

Acoustic Energy AE Active
By Kashfia Kabir Published
Acoustic Energy’s updated active speakers boast 200W of Class A/B amplification in an all-analogue, well-integrated and superb-sounding design.

Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker
By Harry McKerrell Published
Despite some promise on paper, we’re struggling to figure out where Bose’s premium Lifestyle Ultra Speaker fits into the current wireless market.

Sony Bravia 9 II (K65XR95M2)
By Tom Parsons Published
Sony has built the best backlit TV we've ever tested – but is it the best TV you can buy?

Dali Sonik 5
By Ioan Hazell Published
On the hunt for compact, high quality floorstanding speakers? The compact Dali Sonik 5 might be exactly what you’re after.

Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro
By Harry McKerrell Published
The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro keep pace with their rivals in terms of comfort and features, but their sound quality lags behind.

We've had an exclusive listen to every pair of new Bowers & Wilkins 800 Series Diamond D5 speakers – here are our first impressions
By Ketan Bharadia Published
We listen to the complete Bowers & Wilkins 800 D5 series against the previous generation – it is a fascinating experience

Gryphon Audio Ethos
By Ketan Bharadia Published
Gryphon Audio’s high-end Ethos CD player combines a stunning sense of style with build and performance to match.

Burmester 3D High-End Surround Sound System (2026 Porsche Macan Electric)
By Andy Madden Published
A brilliant in-car sound system that sounds the business

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

Vertere Phono-1 LX
By Ketan Bharadia Published
Vertere’s new generation Phono-1 LX phono stage takes a big step forward in performance.

Graham Audio LS5/9
By Ketan Bharadia Published
The BBC-licensed Graham Audio LS5/9 still has plenty to offer despite the age of its design.
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