Latest articles by Ketan Bharadia
The ideal home cinema sound system may not be what you think it is
Traditional AV amplifiers and speaker packages sound great but there are more domestically acceptable alternatives.
Vertere Acoustics unveils exquisitely engineered high-end Calon phono stage at High End Munich
Vertere's new high-end Calon takes a 'first principles' approach to phono stage design
Building a hi-fi system? Here's the secret to matching the right components
Our technical editor Ketan Bharadia shares his thoughts on the intricacies of system matching.
Audiovector takes the retro angle with its new high-end Trapeze floorstanders
The Trapeze Reimagined speaker mixes modern engineering with inspiration from the past.
How does a vinyl record make a sound?
More and more people are discovering the joys of vinyl. But how does the information on the LP become sweet music?
Musical Fidelity's LS3/5A and the enduring appeal of BBC-inspired small speakers
We delve into the history of the iconic BBC LS3/5A small speakers and spend time experimenting with amplifier pairings with the Musical Fidelity LS3/5A speakers.
13 of the best British CD players of all time
British Hi-Fi Week We round-up some of the best British CD players to grace the world of hi-fi, including entries from Arcam, Cyrus, Meridian and more.
11 of the best Wharfedale speakers of all time
We celebrate the top speakers, old and new, from the iconic British Hi-Fi brand
9 of the most underrated British hi-fi products we've ever tested
We've highlighted nine excellent British hi-fi products that we think don't get the adoration they deserve.
10 of the best Hans Zimmer movie scores to test your hi-fi system
All are challenging for a hi-fi system in their own way, but we’ve kept using them because the music is just so good.
Whatever happened to the budget stereo amplifier market?
The budget stereo amplifier market has dwindled to a point where it's time to worry.
Naim Nait 50
Not yet ratedA charming, modern amplifier that pays homage to an iconic original
Best of 2023: from top-tier OLEDs to retro revivals, our team picks its favourite products
2023 has been a busy year, but these are the What Hi-Fi? review team's personal highlights.
I've heard over 150 products this year, and these are my 5 hi-fi highlights
What Hi-Fi?'s technical editor picks his favourite hi-fi products of the year...
Compact Disc’s star has faded, but I like it anyway
Even in the age of streaming, the humble Compact Disc still has plenty of appeal.
Panasonic MZ2000 (TX-65MZ2000B)
Panasonic’s all-singing OLED flagship gets a brightness-boosting MLA upgrade.
Temptation Award 2023: Yamaha YH-5000SE over-ears deliver head-fi heaven
These wired Yamahas justify their mighty price with a depth of ability we haven’t come across at this level before.
Arcam co-founder John Dawson wins our Outstanding Contribution 2023 Award
Dawson was instrumental in the development of Arcam's new Radia range that has catapulted the brand back into the hi-fi limelight.
Panasonic MZ1500B (TX-65MZ1500B)
A reliable OLED TV for movie fans who value authenticity over flashy tricks.
8 ways to make your hi-fi sound better for free
Housekeeping tips to bring a tired system back to life
Vertere's flagship XtraX cartridge promises high-end performance at an eye-watering price
Vertere has announced the arrival of two new cartridges, the Dark Sabre and XtraX; but they don't come cheap.
Revitalised Arcam crashes What Hi-Fi?’s 2023 stereo amplifier awards
The recently revealed best amplifiers of 2023 recognise Arcam, Marantz, Naim and Rega...
5 simple demo steps to reach hi-fi system nirvana
Fresh out of the Awards 2023 judging here are easy-to-follow guidelines for making better hi-fi decisions
