Denon DP-300F review By Lewis Leong last updated 22 February 24 The Denon DP-300F provides a no-fuss vinyl listening experience for beginners.
Denon AH-C500W review: the first cheap AirPods rival I didn’t prefer to Apple’s earbuds By Tom Bedford published 22 July 25 The Denon AH-C500W come at a surprising price, undercutting Apple’s AirPods – but not by enough to make them must-buy rivals
Denon AH-C840NCW review: tempting earbuds from a price perspective, but as an overall package they fall short By Tom Bedford published 31 July 25 The Denon AH-C840NCW are more affordable AirPods Pro alternatives which deliver in the audio and design department, but struggle for useful features.
Technics SL-1200GR2 review: an iconic DJ deck design and sound for audiophiles By Simon Lucas published 11 February 24 ‘Icon’ has become a devalued word lately – but here’s the latest in an absolutely, positively iconic range…
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon review By Lewis Leong last updated 22 February 24 Pro-Ject's Debut Carbon is an excellent turntable for beginners and audiophiles alike that doesn't break the bank.
Kanto Ren review: a powered speaker system that’s as smart-looking as it is smart-sounding By James Grimshaw published 17 December 24 Kanto’s new connects-to-everything stereo speaker system is a user- and ear-friendly triumph, bringing quality sound and AV functionality to a novel form.
Technics SL-1500C Turntable review By Simon Lucas last updated 21 February 24 A Technics turntable for under a grand? What’s the catch?
Lenco L-3810 review: striking the perfect chord between analog and digital By Simon Lucas published 20 April 24 Rely on Lenco to pile on the features, including the ability to digitize your vinyl collection, without letting costs get out of control.
Fluance RT81 turntable review By Lewis Leong last updated 22 February 24 The Fluance RT81 offers good sound, build quality and convenient features for vinyl newbies.
Vertere's DG X turntable is both sonically gifted and easy to use, and for 'serious' hi-fi, that's rare By Simon Lucas published 10 April 25 In which Vertere delivers a complete, ready-to-go turntable package at what is, by its standards, a very affordable price indeed…
Marantz TT-15S1 Turntable review By Lewis Leong last updated 22 February 24 The Marantz TT-15S1 is as much a work of art as it is a music playback device. It’s expensive, but it’s a steal all things considered.
Topping's new DAC, headphone amp and preamp just toppled a few key players to sit with the top of the class By Simon Lucas published 8 November 25 Topping is absolutely determined to become a force where affordable digital audio equipment is concerned – and the DX5 II proves it’s going the right way about it…
Clearaudio Concept turntable review By Richard Black last updated 21 February 24 We find a way into Clearaudio ownership that won't break the bank – the plug 'n' play Concept.
Gadhouse Duke & Roy review: a turntable and powered speakers combo that sounds like warm milk... and not in a good way By Simon Lucas published 29 January 25 The Gadhouse Duke & Roy turntable and powered speakers sound system struggles sonically, to the extent that all the kit still isn't really worth the affordable price.
Lenco LS-410 review By Simon Lucas last updated 21 February 24 The Lenco LS-410 is a better Bluetooth speaker than a record player.
House of Marley Revolution review: a good-sounding budget turntable for first-timers with sustainable style By Chris Rowlands published 3 December 24 The House of Marley Revolution is a distinctive entry-level deck that offers useful Bluetooth connectivity and reliable everyday audio quality at a fair price.
Pro-ject Debut Carbon Evo review By Simon Lucas last updated 22 February 24 The Pro-Ject Debut continues its relentless journey up-market – but is still cracking value for money.
Final D7000 review: huge planar magnetic over-ear headphones that, when properly driven, deserve their huge price-tag By Simon Lucas published 2 September 24 The Final Audio D7000 planar magnetic over-ear headphones have more technical acronyms than most, but is that enough to produce a premium class-leader?
Rekkord Audio F300 turntable review: a classy, fully automatic budget deck let down by a lack of punch and drive By Simon Lucas published 15 August 24 Ease of use is a very good thing when it comes to turntables – but it still needs to be underpinned by a sense of sonic prowess.
Dali Rubikore 2 review: excellent value for money in these big-sound, small-size stereo speakers By Ed Selley published 10 November 24 The newly launched Rubikore family promises a taste of Dali’s high end tech at a terrestrial price; does the Rubikore 2 sound a bit special?
I test audio kit for a living and these are among the best pound-for-pound powered stereo speakers I've heard By Simon Lucas published 25 September 25 The Ruark MR1 Mk3 powered stereo speaker system is a pound-for-pound contender for best on the market.
Marshall Heston 120 review: a stunning Dolby Atmos soundbar with amazing bass for an all-in-one By Harry Padoan published 3 June 25 Marshall’s first ever soundbar supplies quaking bass and awesome Atmos for movies, making it a top-tier all-in-one option.
I tested Cambridge's Evo 150 SE streaming amp and it is as high-performing a just-add-speakers system can possibly be, for this money By Simon Lucas published 26 August 25 Cambridge has dropped the ‘Audio’ and added the ‘SE’ to its Evo 150 music streaming amplifier – but what else has it done?
Sonus faber Duetto Review: incredible sound, spotty performance By Ryan Waniata published 20 January 24 Sonus faber's Duetto wireless speakers look and sound great, but the price is high and operational quirks can spoil the fun of using them.
Pro-Ject Juke Box E1 review: an excellent record player with great built-in amp that's ideal for beginner audiophiles By Carrie Marshall published 30 July 24 The Pro-Ject E1 delivers everything you need bar speakers – and there's a bundle that includes those too
I tested Edifier's great-value new desktop monitor speakers and they exceeded all of my expectations By James Grimshaw published 27 October 25 The Edifier MR5 nearfield monitors are multifaceted boxes of joy, although they're a little too busy for their own good.
Pure Classic C-D6 DAB radio review: tap into some CD-playing, retro music love By Jennifer Allen published 11 June 24 The Pure Classic C-D6 packs a whole lot of punch, combining a DAB radio, CD player, aux-in and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity into one versatile retro box.
Majority Oakington review: a DAB radio, CD player and Bluetooth speaker audio package By Tom Bedford published 29 November 23 The Majority Oakington is a handy all-in-one audio system that’s pleasing to the wallet and ear, though does have a few small issues.
Monitor Audio Studio 89 review: poised, informative stereo speakers with detail and dynamism in equal measure By Simon Lucas published 1 July 24 Monitor Audio has deployed as much of its hard-earned elite knowledge as possible in a more affordable standmount speaker pair with a resonant model name.
Audio Pro C20 review: a wireless speaker that offers even more, and sounds even better By Becky Scarrott published 9 March 24 Audio Pro's newest Scandi-style wireless speaker plays so (so) nice with your TV, turntable, external subwoofer, multi-room system or phone.