Latest articles by Harry McKerrell
Lenco's trinity of turntables promises user-friendly features at competitive price points
Lenco has revealed three new turntables at this year's CES showcase, including a deck with integrated speakers and a pair of Bluetooth spinners.
Noble Audio's eye-catching 'Knight' IEMs vow to bring royal sound quality to the masses
Noble Audio's latest in-ear monitors feature a triple driver array for "exceptional sonic clarity".
The best films and TV shows of 2024 to test your TV or home cinema system
Top-notch 2024 releases that are worthy of your home cinema
Thinking about getting into hi-fi in the new year? The streamlined system trend is the place to start
If you or a friend are considering getting into hi-fi in 2025, a wireless speaker system could be your ideal first port of call.
2024 was the year of 'open' wireless earbuds, but are they game-changers or gimmicks?
Open wireless earbuds were one of 2024's biggest trends, but are they the buds for you?
Bluesound Node Nano vs WiiM Pro Plus: which entry-level streamer is best for you?
Bluesound faces off against WiiM's established Award winner in the battle for entry-level music streamer supremacy.
Christmas Gift Guide 2024: top gift ideas for music, film and tech fans
Our hand-picked guide to over 30 Christmas gift ideas for music, film and tech fans
Treat your music system to the 17 best alternative Christmas songs
Throw away that tiresome festive compilation CD and enjoy these alternative Christmas tracks instead.
IP ratings explained: how waterproof are your headphones?
Trying to understand IPX ratings can sometimes feel like drowning in a sea of meaningless digits. Let us throw you a life preserver.
Huawei's flagship 30-hour wireless earbuds vow to "set new audio standards"
Huawei's flagship wireless earbuds, the FreeBuds Pro 4, offer strong battery life and a focus on comfort and performance.
What is aptX HD Bluetooth? What devices and headphones support it?
aptX HD brings high-quality streaming to wireless Bluetooth devices. Here's what you need to know about the codec, including how it compares to Sony's LDAC rival.
This powerful, party-ready Bluetooth speaker boasts 30-hour battery life and karaoke capabilities
The Tribit StormBox Blast 2 has arrived boasting 200W of power, an IP67 rating and 30 hours of battery life.
Activo's premium IEMs have been designed "to please audiophiles on the move"
The Activo Q1 are hybrid IEMs which blend 9.8mm dynamic and balanced armature drivers.
Final's new flagship audiophile headphones come in two distinct sonic flavours
Final has introduced the Final D8000 and D8000 DC Pro, its flagship magnetic planar wired headphones.
The best Sonos Era 300 deals 2025
Deals The Sonos Era 300 is one of our favourite current wireless speakers, and we've got at least one eye on a discount in the months leading up to Christmas...
The best Sonos Era 100 deals 2025
Deals Any price drop on the five-star Sonos Era 100 wireless speaker should be snapped up as soon as they arrive.
MQA's latest audio technology aims to reduce timing issues and put the soul back into your music
MQA has announced two new technologies within its Qrono line: Qrono d2a and Qrono dsd.
Magico's S2 floorstanders are "an instant classic" – but you'll need £50,000 if you want a pair
The Magico S2 promise "unprecedented performance for a speaker that can fit almost anywhere".
McIntosh's latest do-it-all amplifier boasts extensive streaming smarts and HDMI ARC
The MSA5500 claims to be a versatile unit with plenty of firepower, offering streaming support and a host of physical connections.
Musical Fidelity's phono preamp promises reference-class performance without the high price tag
The M8x Vinyl is a fully balanced phono preamp, taking trickle-down tech from higher-end units to deliver a "reference-class" sound.
The Sony TA-AN1000 is stunning, but the Denon AVR-X2800H is the Black Friday deal we recommend
We reviewed the AVR-X2800H at £869 and awarded it Product of the Year in 2022, but it can be yours for just £599.
Bang & Olufsen's luxurious, high-end wireless earbuds promise transparent sound and the company's "best ANC technology" ever
Bang & Olufsen has introduced its latest pair of luxury wireless earbuds, the chic and stylish Beoplay Eleven.
The best Sony WH-1000XM5 deals 2025
All the best discounts on Sony's flagship, Award-winning wireless noise-cancelling headphones.
