FiiO's new active speakers could be the perfect pair for my home studio –here's why By Carrie Marshall published 13 July 25 Fiio's new SP5 active speakers look perfect for music makers and content creators.
One of the best compact speaker makers just launched stylish desktop speakers with USB-C 24-bit Hi-Res Audio and Bluetooth By Carrie Marshall published 7 August 25 Audioengine's HD3 stereo speakers get better sound and better connectivity too
I listened to the most mind-blowing stereo music system in the world – and the price is terrifying By Matt Bolton last updated 18 June 25 7-foot speakers and 7,200 watts of amp power combine in this mind-blowing sound system.
Bang & Olufsen's new elite Dolby Atmos soundbar looks like it's come from the future, and is priced like it too By Carrie Marshall published 5 November 25 The Beosound Premiere looks a million dollars, and costs slightly less
5 of the most exciting hi-fi teasers we've seen for the High End Munich 2025 show By Carrie Marshall published 10 May 25 It's Christmas for affluent audiophiles as the luxury audio show returns one last time
The best stereo speakers: top speaker systems for all budgets, tested by our experts By Becky Scarrott last updated 28 March 25 The best stereo speakers to deck out your home audio system.
Best of High End Munich 2025 audio show: our top 5 products, from headphones to a tube amp portable CD player By Matt Bolton published 16 May 25 Not so much the $100,000 speakers, and more the great remotely affordable stuff.
I've spent 20 years testing hi-fi and these bookshelf speakers are the gateway drug to passive perfection By Simon Lucas published 6 December 25 After chasing the pricier loudspeaker dollar, Dali has returned to its roots with the super-affordable Kupid. Is the company’s entry-level mojo still working?
Klipsch just updated two of its most iconic stereo speaker designs, keeping these beautiful retro icons on your most-wanted list By Carrie Marshall published 25 March 25 Two iconic speakers return with even better specs as Klipsch refreshes its Klipschorn and La Scala.
Take a look-y at the kooky Kanto UKI: Kanto's new small speaker brings distinctive looks to your desktop or bookshelf By Carrie Marshall published 8 January 25 We can't wait to hear Kanto's cute new 'distinctive clamshell' design bookshelf speakers.
Technics' intriguing new flagship wireless earbuds boast 'Magnetic Fluid' injected between the driver magnet and voice coil By Carrie Marshall published 7 January 25 It's a huge day: Technics' update to the excellent EAH-AZ80 earbuds is here – behold, the EAH-AZ100!
Meet B&O’s elite new Phantom and Mirage speakers — if you need to know the price, you can't afford them By Carrie Marshall last updated 15 December 25 It’s POA only for Bang & Olufsen’s huge multi-driver speakers in ‘Phantom’ or ‘Mirage’
I tested Audioengine's tiny wireless speakers with a beautiful design and surprisingly impressive audio performance By Steve May published 4 March 25 Compact, with a premium finish, the A2+ are easy on the eye – but they have limitations.
Hi-fi legend Quad's new super-powerful, super-connected stereo amp could be all the amp you need for the rest of your life By Carrie Marshall published 17 October 25 Money No Object: Quad launches its "finest-ever" integrated amp, and it's future-proofed in a ton of ways
The 5 best speakers of CES 2025 By Ural Garrett published 11 January 25 Unique designs and fine audio quality.
Nothing teases new audio gear made with KEF coming in 2025, and I'm excited for this one By Matt Bolton published 13 May 25 Nothing already took its audio from zero to hero, and now it's got a hi-fi icon joining in
Unpopular opinion: the best stereo system I own is actually built into my motorbike By Simon Cohen published 12 August 25 Harsh truth: even the best home hi-fi systems won't always put you in the sweet spot like a motorcycle does
Edifier’s new retro-style wireless speaker range looks very cool, and has the features to take on JBL and Sonos By Carrie Marshall published 12 June 25 Edifier reveals a high-spec tabletop, two portables and ANC headphones too
I listened to Bowers & Wilkins’ 801 Abbey Road Limited Edition speakers, and they are a literal portal into the legendary recording studio By Al Griffin published 15 August 25 Bowers & Wilkins demonstrated its new 801 Abbey Road Limited Edition speakers at Audio Advice Live 25, and there are more reasons than great sound to buy these beautiful towers.
The best small wireless stereo speakers just got upgraded with better sound in the same great-looking wood design By Carrie Marshall published 5 June 25 Ruark's brilliant Bluetooth speakers just got even better
Onkyo's affordable new active desktop speakers promise to be as good for your TV or turntable as they are for your laptop By Carrie Marshall published 7 January 25 The new Onkyo Creator Series promises big sound and myriad connectivity options.
McIntosh's gorgeous DS200 streaming DAC is here, thus completing the nonpareil hi-fi system of my dreams By Becky Scarrott published 18 February 25 When McIntosh releases a hi-fi separate, I typically stop what I'm doing and take a look – and this one could grace pretty much any setup you care to imagine.
The best wireless speakers, all tested by us — from Apple, JBL, Sonos and more By Becky Scarrott last updated 19 December 25 Looking for the best wireless speaker? These are the top TechRadar-reviewed and approved buys to hear music throughout your home.
This new ‘smallest’ subwoofer packs deep bass into a 10-inch cube – 1 driver, 2 radiators, 25Hz, 200W of power By Carrie Marshall published 18 December 25 IK Multimedia's small iLoud Sub promises big booms, but with accuracy
These heavyweight luxury speakers look like Doctor Who villains, but they promise a heavenly audio experience By Carrie Marshall published 20 April 25 Just don't drop them on your foot: when I say heavyweight, I mean heavyweight
These understated new desktop speakers have one little feature that'll make them rival your TV's soundbar By Tom Bedford published 6 January 26 The Edifier M90 adds HDMI eARC to the party, marking the brand's first active speakers with the connection
KEF's new Bluetooth speaker is shaped like a Sonos Roam, but promises higher-end sound By Carrie Marshall published 23 September 25 KEF's svelte speaker returns with a Bluetooth boost, water protection and even better audio
Stretch goals – the 8 best money-no-object hi-fi gadgets we tested in 2024 By Chris Rowlands published 24 December 24 Our hi-fi travels in 2024 have seen us listen to some extraordinary high-end gear – these were our painfully expensive favorites.
Fluance's chic powered bookshelf speakers offer impressively detailed, almost neutral sound – with very few drawbacks By James Holland published 15 November 25 The Fluance Ri71 are great for mid-range powered bookshelf speakers, offering detailed sound with an almost neutral, polite quality.
Sonus Faber Lumina II review: Italian-made stereo speakers that deliver an engaging sound and an indulgent finish (if that's your bag) By Simon Lucas published 18 February 25 Sonus Faber has added an entry-level alternative to its wide-ranging catalog of balanced, rewarding stereo speakers that deliver a detailed and engaging sound.