Dynaudio's $20k soundbar uses '72 motorized wooden fins' to deliver total Dolby Atmos immersion from a single speaker, and it's coming in 2025 By Carrie Marshall published 20 December 24 This soundbar was already stunning. Now it's even smarter
Denon's 22-speaker EV audio system promises hearing tests to make sure each speaker is tailored to you By Carrie Marshall published 8 January 25 Denon's 22-speaker EV audio system promises to sound so big, you'll want to stay in your car forever.
I'm no pro sound engineer, but if I was, Focal's Utopia Main would be the studio monitors for me By Becky Scarrott published 20 January 25 Focal Utopia Main: you've seen the Diva towers, now see the dedicated in-studio monitors.
Dali's new speakers could be the ultimate budget-friendly buy for audiophiles and home theater fans – but they mean saying goodbye a modern legend By Carrie Marshall published 19 December 25 Dali has unveiled the new Sonik series, an upgrade to its award-winning Oberon line
These glossy high-end tower speakers boast a 3.5-way design to bring the bass and cost as much as a full-size sedan By Carrie Marshall published 5 August 25 Money No Object: Avid launches flagship floorstanders for its EVO Series
These amazing stereo speakers look like they belong in Elton John's house – and I'd take a pair too if I had Rocket Man money By Carrie Marshall published 16 April 25 Stratton Acoustics' new Element luxury speakers look absolutely astonishing
I love my Dali bookshelf speakers, so I’m really intrigued by this new budget pair that come in funky colors By Matt Bolton published 22 August 25 A gateway to high-end sound for a low price?
Experience incredible audio in every room. Denon Home is where the smart is By Sponsored published 12 November 24 Denon Home brings spectacular surround sound and multi-room magic
These gorgeous and weird ultra-modern wooden wireless speakers are serious competition for Bang & Olufsen in the style stakes By Carrie Marshall published 24 September 25 Luxury handmade speakers "that don't hide in corners", from Pent Audio
I listened to spatial audio on a 7.4.4-channel Focal speaker system, and now I need to up my Dolby Atmos music game By Al Griffin published 2 August 25 Focal's 7.4.4-channel Utopia Cinema speaker system is being showcased at Audio Advice Live 2025, and it delivers exceptional sound with both movies and Dolby Atmos music.
I thought I knew home theater bass until I experienced an 11.13.8-channel demo with an ‘infrasonic’ 32-inch subwoofer By Al Griffin published 8 August 25 The Ascendo/Trinnov demo at Audio Advice Live 25 reached a new high in Dolby Atmos immersion, and a new low in bass reproduction.
I listened to a $69,000 ‘lifestyle’ speaker – here’s what you get for all that money By Al Griffin published 11 August 25 Focal's new Diva Mezza Utopia made its US debut at Audio Advice Live 25, and these speakers' next-level sound quality was a highlight of the show.
Wharfedale's new strictly limited-edition stereo speakers are custom-crafted and surprisingly affordable (for this kind of thing) By Henry St Leger published 13 February 25 Audio hardware specialist Wharfedale has unveiled the Aston, a new loudspeaker model with a retro look and a limited run of 500 units.
These new speakers from a hi-fi great are a well-priced step-up for either Dolby Atmos home theater sound or just better music By Carrie Marshall published 21 July 25 Monitor Audio makes its Bronze Series speakers even better
Audio Pro's huge new WiiM-powered wireless speaker range might be the biggest threat to Sonos I've seen so far - Update: Or maybe forget the WiiM part By Carrie Marshall published 4 September 25 From little cylinders to massive floorstanders, there's a speaker for everyone
Dali’s mega-powerful 16-inch ported subwoofer wants to shake your home theater to bits, in a good way By Carrie Marshall published 15 May 25 Incredible power – and Dali says it delivers incredible precision too
I review wireless speakers for a living and most succumb to this one major flaw – here's the one that doesn't By Josh Russell published 25 June 25 With so many wireless speakers chasing the same specific sound profile, far too few are able to produce sound that cater to every genre and setting.
Devialet launches new upgraded Phantom Ultimate speaker with 'Heart Bass Implosion' tech, which sounds as exciting as it does terrifying By Carrie Marshall published 17 September 25 Devialet's new luxury Wi-Fi speakers promise heart-stopping hi-fi as well as eye-popping design
These speakers look and sound a million dollars, but they don't cost quite as much… By Carrie Marshall published 9 December 24 Magico promises million-dollar sound for a lot less money
How to set up your new powered or active stereo speakers for the best sound By James Holland published 3 April 25 Using the Fluance Ai61 as a guide, we take a look at how to set up and get the best audio out of your stereo speakers.
Quad's new Gen X ESL electro-static speakers look nothing like the 1957 originals, and I really, really want them By Becky Scarrott published 28 July 25 Stunning slimline electro-static speakers with a halo of light at the base. Yes, you can switch it off (but I actually love it).
These slimline tower speakers would fit just Fyne in my tiny apartment – and for this money, I'm tempted By Becky Scarrott published 5 November 25 When I think of Fyne speakers, the last thing I think of is space-saving – but this Scottish firm understands the current state of living, and I like that.
Fluance's new active stereo speakers look like a dream soundbar alternative, as well as being perfect for turntables or Bluetooth music By Henry St Leger published 11 March 25 Audio brand Fluance has announced new bookshelf and tower speakers that could offer a good alternative to your soundbar.
4 high-end hi-fi and home cinema setups I saw (and heard) at the Paris Audio Show 2025 By Becky Scarrott published 27 October 25 A home cinema room with 200-inch screen? Don't mind if I do…
Wharfedale's new Evo 5 speakers look perfect for music or home theater, at a price I can get behind By Carrie Marshall published 15 May 25 Wharfedale's best-selling speaker range gets a refreshed design and tons of audio upgrades
A great high-end hi-fi brand just released two affordable pairs of Bluetooth stereo speakers, and they look perfect for a modern vinyl setup By Carrie Marshall published 25 August 25 Elipson's making active versions of its bookshelf and floorstanding speakers
Forget standard wireless speakers – KEF's new bookshelf stereo speakers are perfect for the digital age By Carrie Marshall published 21 October 25 KEF's Coda bookshelf speakers return with serious oomph and lossless streaming
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.
WiiM's new Hi-Res wireless speaker with cool circular touchscreen looks like a serious competitor to Sonos – with two big catches By Matt Bolton published 14 May 25 No Apple support is notable – and there's a big price question.
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.