Andy Madden
Andy is Deputy Editor of What Hi-Fi? and a consumer electronics journalist with nearly 20 years of experience writing news, reviews and features. Over the years he's also contributed to a number of other outlets, including The Sunday Times, the BBC, Stuff, and BA High Life Magazine. Premium wireless earbuds are his passion but he's also keen on car tech and in-car audio systems and can often be found cruising the countryside testing the latest set-ups. In his spare time Andy is a keen golfer and gamer.
Latest articles by Andy Madden

Sony 360 Reality Audio: what is it? What headphones and speakers work with it?
By Andy Madden last updated
Sony's unveiled its own object-based audio format, but how does it work, what will it work on and what can you listen to?

I spent 24 hours immersed in Dolby Atmos Music – these are 8 key things I learned
By Andy Madden last updated
A peek behind the curtain of Dolby Atmos Music from the mixing process to its application in different environments.

Sonus Faber moves up a gear with an in-car sound system for the Lamborghini Revuelto
By Andy Madden published
Sonus Faber has teamed up with Lamborghini to offer a seven-speaker, 750W sound system for its latest supercar.

I heard a Burmester hi-fi system bring Elvis back to life, and it blew me away
By Andy Madden published
Burmester demonstrated its brand-new BX100 speakers in Munich using a special source.

9 of the best stereo speakers at High End Munich 2024
By Andy Madden last updated
Our pick of the top floorstanders and standmounters on display at this year’s show…

Arcam takes the fight to Naim with two new all-in-one music streaming systems
By Andy Madden published
Arcam has unveiled a flagship music streamer and two streaming systems at High End Munich 2024.

Sennheiser's HD 600 range of audiophile headphones gets a surprise new addition
By Andy Madden published
The HD 620S aim to isolate the listener but still mimic the behaviour of open-back heapdhones.

Dali’s new Rubikore speaker range packs flagship tech in five new models
By Andy Madden published
Dali’s new range includes a dedicated on-wall model and one for home cinema systems.

Coaxial vs optical vs HDMI: which is the best audio connection to use?
By Andy Madden last updated
You're probably familiar with each audio option, but which should you be using and why? Allow us to explain.

9 brilliant TV miniseries to binge this weekend – Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+
By Lewis Empson published
We've rounded up our favourite limited series TV shows that we think you can squeeze into one weekend of viewing.

Bose’s latest Bluetooth speaker is a ruggedised rival to the Sonos Move 2
By Andy Madden published
The Bose SoundLink Max is a waterproof and dustproof Bluetooth speaker with 20-hour battery life.

What are open earbuds? How do the headphones work and are they worth it?
By Andy Madden last updated
Open earbuds put a new spin on traditional in-ear headphones – here's everything you need to know.

Sennheiser Ambeo promises immersive in-car hi-fi systems for new Cupra Formentor and Leon (2024)
By Andy Madden published
Cupra’s model refresh includes an optional 12-speaker Sennheiser sound system for the first time.

How to set up a turntable and get the best sound
By Ketan Bharadia last updated
Setting up a turntable can be a tricky business, so here are some simple tips on how to get the best out of your deck.

I’m living with the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4, and they beat Bose, Apple and Sony in one crucial area
By Andy Madden published
Switching to the Sennheisers has removed one of the speed bumps that spoils my daily commute.

6 sound settings you shouldn’t ignore on the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4
By Andy Madden published
Sennheiser's flagship wireless earbuds have plenty of settings to play with – hear are 6 you should definitely explore.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: which are better?
By Joe Svetlik published
The Sennheisers are great all-rounders, but the Bose offer superior noise cancelling. Which should you buy?

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 vs Sony WF-1000XM5: which wireless earbuds are better?
By Joe Svetlik published
Will Sennheiser's newcomers topple the reigning champions in the wireless earbuds space?

12 of the best British indie and alternative tracks to test your hi-fi system
By Lewis Empson published
We've rounded up our favourite British indie and alternative tracks that we use to test hi-fi kit and headphones

8 of the best British DACs of all time
By Andy Madden last updated
We've tested some exceptional five-star DACs over the years, many of which have UK heritage.

11 of the best Arcam products of all time
By Andy Madden last updated
Arcam has produced some sensational hi-fi and home cinema products over the years – here are just a few highlights.

13 of the best British CD players of all time
By Andy Madden last updated
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.

Roon’s CEO talks acquisitions, hi-fi enthusiasts and the “tyranny of choice” for music streamers
By Andy Madden published
We sat down with Roon at CES 2024 to discuss its acquisition by Harman International and future plans for the platform.
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