Articles by Ketan Bharadia, Technical Editor

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

Articles by: Ketan Bharadia

That Was Then... Marantz CD-7

By Ketan Bharadia published 11 January 21

We revisit Marantz’s last dedicated flagship CD player from 1999, the glorious CD-7.

8 of the best classical music tracks for testing speakers

By Ketan Bharadia last updated 24 May 21

From Debussy to Dvorak, these are the telling classical music tracks we use to test hi-fi systems...

How to set up a turntable

By Ketan Bharadia published 23 December 20

Setting up a turntable can be a tricky business, so here are some simple tips on how to get the best out of your deck.

How does a vinyl record make a sound?

By Ketan Bharadia last updated 13 April 22

More and more people are discovering the joys of vinyl. But how does the information on the disc become sweet music?

Six of the best turntables win What Hi-Fi? Awards 2020

By Ketan Bharadia published 9 October 20

There's a record player for every budget here and they all perform superbly for their price.

11 sensational stereo speakers win at this year's What Hi-Fi? Awards

By Ketan Bharadia published 6 October 20

What Hi-Fi? names its favourite speakers on the market, from budget standmounters to premium floorstanders.

B&W 606 vs 607 speakers: which should you buy?

By Ketan Bharadia published 24 July 20

We compare and contrast B&W's 606 speakers with their little brothers, the 607s, to find out which is the better buy.

Dirac Live: what is it? How do you use it?

By Ketan Bharadia published 2 July 20

Everything you need to know about Dirac's sophisticated room equalisation software and how to use it.

That Was Then... Eclipse TD-A502

By Ketan Bharadia published 11 June 20

Eclipse's first hi-fi amplifier offers stunning styling, fabulous build and class-leading sound.

Nagra: the military, movies, spying – and serious hi-fi

By Ketan Bharadia published 30 May 20

Updated Nagra has a formidable high-end hi-fi reputation built on premium recording equipment for the broadcast and film industries.

7 examples of high-end audio engineering to savour

By Ketan Bharadia last updated 27 May 20

Hi-fi with clever engineering solutions that leave us applauding in admiration.

That Was Then... Classé CDP-202 review

By Ketan Bharadia published 23 April 20

This high-end CD player from 2006 still looks the part today

That Was Then... ProAc Response Two review

By Ketan Bharadia published 16 April 20

ProAc's original high-end standmounter speakers turned out to be a star

That Was Then... Nagra PL-P review

By Ketan Bharadia published 27 March 20

Nagra's first hi-fi product set sky-high standards

Projector screens: everything you need to know

By Ketan Bharadia last updated 24 May 20

A projector screen is essential if you want the best image from your projector. Here's a guide on how to choose the right one.

How to choose the right music streamer

By Ketan Bharadia published 12 March 20

There's a wide choice of music streamers on the market. We help you decide on the right one for your wireless system.

Touraj Moghaddam: "The function of a record player is to measure the groove with respect to time"

Touraj Moghaddam: the man behind Roksan and Vertere talks turntables and cables

By Ketan Bharadia last updated 5 March 20

feature We speak to Touraj Moghaddam about Roksan Audio, Vertere Acoustics, and his hi-fi design philosophy.

5 things we learnt watching BT Sport's 8K broadcast

5 things we learnt watching BT Sport's live 8K broadcast

By Ketan Bharadia published 28 February 20

Live 8K broadcasts are coming sooner than you think: here's what we learnt from watching BT Sport's first 8K trial.

A history of KEF speakers, from the K1 to the Concept Blades

By Ketan Bharadia published 14 February 20

British Hi-Fi Week KEF has been making speakers for almost 60 years – and it has a museum packed with classic speakers to prove it.

10 of the best hi-fi and AV products of the decade

By Ketan Bharadia published 20 December 19

As the decade comes to an end, What Hi-Fi? looks back at the best 10 pieces of hi-fi kit produced during the 'tens'.

Ken Ishiwata, legendary hi-fi figure, dies aged 72

By Ketan Bharadia last updated 3 December 19

Ishiwata, who was brand ambassador for Marantz, was a tireless champion for high-fidelity sound.

What Hi-Fi? turntable Awards: Technics triumphs as Rega dominates

By Ketan Bharadia published 7 October 19

Awards 2019 What Hi-Fi? names the 6 best turntables on the market, from £159 to over ten times that price.

12 pairs of spectacular speakers scoop What Hi-Fi? Awards

By Ketan Bharadia published 7 October 19

Awards 2019 What Hi-Fi? has today named the best speakers on the market, and there's something for every budget and living room.

Naim Audio launches new Nait and Supernait integrated amplifiers

Naim Audio launches Nait XS3 and Supernait 3 integrated amplifiers

By Ketan Bharadia published 8 July 19

Naim Audio releases upgraded versions of its long-running Nait and Supernait integrated amplifiers.

Ken Ishiwata: Forty years of preserving the Marantz sound

By Ketan Bharadia published 16 May 19

Legendary designer Ken Ishiwata tells us of his journey from building valve amps at ten to spending 40 years at Marantz.

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