Hi-Fi Reviews

Ortofon’s MC X30 is a superbly balanced moving coil that ticks all the boxes at its price.

Cambridge Audio moves its legendary CXA81 on by a country mile with this MKII model – but has it come far enough to claim the top spot?

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

The Model 8 delivers a good dose of SME’s famed sonic DNA in a neat, well-built package.

Add a quality digital-to-analogue converter to Lindemann’s Limetree Bridge II network bridge for a top-class sound.

Audio-Technica’s AT-LP8X is a simple-to-use, but capable turntable for those who want fuss-free vinyl replay.

WiiM continues to impress with its versatile, compact and budget streaming amplifier, while improvements to the sound make the WiiM Amp Pro a more engaging and convincing listen than the base model.

Majority aims to bring simplicity and satisfying sound with its super-affordable Little Shelford portable DAB radio.

Updated With a lively, fluid delivery, a beautiful way with voices and an array of upgrades, the Pro-Ject Debut Evo 2 turntable is an appealing, capable performer for the price.

Updated With clever upgrades and a bespoke plinth design, Rega has pushed the performance of the iconic Planar 3 to an impressive degree in this elevated design.