Kashfia Kabir

Kashfia Kabir

Hi-Fi and Audio Editor

Kashfia is the Hi-Fi and Audio Editor of What Hi-Fi? and first joined the brand over 10 years ago. During her time in the consumer tech industry, she has reviewed hundreds of products (including speakers, amplifiers, turntables and headphones), been to countless trade shows across the world and fallen in love with hi-fi kit much bigger than her. In her spare time, Kash can be found tending to an ever-growing houseplant collection and shooing her cat Jolene away from spinning records.

Articles by: Kashfia Kabir

Reading Biscuit Factory entrance front with logo

It might not have Dolby Atmos, but my local indie cinema is still my favourite place to watch movies

By Kashfia Kabir published

Cult films, community events, great pizza – Reading's independent cinema is a thriving, welcoming space that I love visiting more than the Dolby-equipped London theatres.

The Matrix screengrab of Trinity and Neo walking along a building

18 of the best movies of the 1990s to test your home cinema

By Becky Roberts last updated

With both bonafide classics and quirkier cult gems, this '90s film list should help you find some home cinema entertainment gold.

Colourful vinyl records displayed across a wooden record console

These gorgeous new vinyl reissues are a must-have for gaming and ambient music fans

By Kashfia Kabir published

These gorgeous vinyl reissues of brilliant, highly rated video game soundtracks are worth checking out for any indie game or ambient music fans.

Marantz Model M1 black with hand propping it up on wooden shelf

The Marantz Model M1 could be the hi-fi streaming amplifier I've been waiting for

By Kashfia Kabir published

The new Marantz Model M1 streaming amplifier with HDMI, HEOS streaming and 100W amplification is compact, space-saving and modern – is this the hi-fi system of the future?

Apple AirPods Pro 2 with Adaptive Audio ANC

Apple AirPods Pro 2 could finally get this customisable feature in a free upgrade

By Kashfia Kabir published

Rumours suggest that users will finally be able to manually adjust the level of ANC and Transparency in AirPods Pro 2.

iFi Zen Blue 3 wireless DAC

iFi's new wireless DAC features Bluetooth streaming in lossless CD-quality audio

By Kashfia Kabir published

iFi Audio has launched two products with next-gen tech, including a DAC that can transmit and receive Bluetooth streams in lossless audio.

Apifera - Overstand

14 best summer tracks to test your music system

By Ainsley Walker last updated

We've put together some of our favourite tracks to enjoy in the sun or help brighten up those grey afternoons.

Waxahatchee Tigers Blood album in CD held in hand

This 2024 indie folk album is soundtracking my summer, and it should be on your playlist too

By Kashfia Kabir published

Waxahatchee's latest album is a beautiful slice of alternative Americana/indie-folk goodness, perfect for hazy summer days (or dreary rainy days) with no end.

Audio-Technica AT-ART1000X cartridge on record groove

Audio-Technica's flagship MC cartridge promises "unparalleled" vinyl performance

By Kashfia Kabir published

Audio-Technica's next-gen flagship moving coil cartridge aims to deliver improved audio reproduction from vinyl records with refined design and greater, more efficient output.

Jabra Elite 8 Active gen 2, and Jabra Elite 10 gen 2 side by side

Jabra's latest and last wireless earbuds can stream spatial audio from practically any source

By Harry McKerrell last updated

The Elite 10 gen 2 and Active 8 gen 2 feature the world's first LE Audio smart case that aims to provide wireless streaming and spatial audio from any source.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones in their carry case

Which Bose headphones should you buy?

By Becky Roberts last updated

Heart set on Bose headphones but unsure which is the best pair for you? Our handy guide is here to help...

Audio Technica Sound Burger in white finish on yellow desk

This portable turntable adds the secret ingredient missing from hi-fi: fun

By Kashfia Kabir published

Audio-Technica's Sound Burger portable turntable is a well-designed, fun and accessible entry point into the world of vinyl, and we shouldn't snub it.

Beats Pill 2024 in red

Remember the Beats Pill? The Bluetooth speaker is reportedly bouncing back as a Sonos Roam rival

By Kashfia Kabir published

The Beats Pill Bluetooth speaker is being resurrected by Apple, with longer battery life, USB-C port and updated drivers and sound to take the fight to the Sonos Roam and JBL rivals.

Marants Model M1 streaming amp on wooden shelf

Marantz's compact streaming amplifier is a "magical music box" ideal for small spaces

By Kashfia Kabir published

Marantz's Model M1 just-add-speakers streaming amplifier boasts HDMI eARC, HEOS streaming and 100W per channel in a stylish, compact design.

A screenshot of TruePlay in the updated Sonos app on iPhone

Sonos Trueplay: What is it? How can you use it?

By Verity Burns last updated

Sonos's audio calibration technology aims to tune your Sonos system to your room to deliver the best possible sound. Here's what you need to know.

Q Acoustics 3000c all speakers in range on display

Hands on: Q Acoustics 3000c series review

By Kashfia Kabir published

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Q Acoustics' third-gen 3000c speaker series features trickle-down and new technologies, and promises clear, spacious and punchy sound for appealingly entry-level prices.

Quad 33 preamp and 303 power amp on display

7 of the best hi-fi separates at High End Munich 2024

By Kashfia Kabir published

Super high-end kit, affordable units, retro designs – we pick our favourite hi-fi separates we saw at the High End Munich show 2024.

FiiO TT13 turntable on display

Fiio's fully automatic Bluetooth turntable promises a modern, fun design

By Kashfia Kabir published

A fresh take on turntable design, Fiio's automatic Bluetooth record player has multiple buttons and comes with a remote.

Mission 778CDT, Mission 778X, Mission 778S

Mission's 778 series CD transport and music streamer could be half-width hi-fi heroes

By Kashfia Kabir published

Mission expands its 778 series with compact CD transport and network audio player to join the entry-level 778X five-star integrated amplifier.

High End Munich 2024 showroom floor

High End Munich 2024 news and highlights: Arcam, Burmester, Focal and more

By Kashfia Kabir last updated

Over 1000 audio brands are exhibiting at the 41st annual High End Munich show, and we are bringing you the latest launches, news and highlights on all things hi-fi...

Meze Audio Alba in-ear wired headphones with A&K player

Meze Audio's trio of new headphones includes affordable in-ears with USB-C adaptor

By Kashfia Kabir published

Meze Audio surprised us with a trio of new headphones at High End Munich, including affordable in-ears and a new over-ear model.

WiiM Ultra streamer with touchscreen display

WiiM Ultra and WiiM Amp Pro are updated, versatile, multi-tasking streaming units

By Kashfia Kabir published

With updated DACs, versatile connections and streaming features, the two new WiiM products promise a lot and are still on the right side of affordable.

Sonus Faber Sonetto V G2 floorstanding speaker in living room with turntable and McIntosh amp

Sonus Faber brings flagship driver technology to stylish Sonetto G2 speakers

By Kashfia Kabir published

Sonus Faber's seven-strong Sonetto G2 speaker lineup features new driver technology and materials used in the flagship Suprema speaker system.

Q Acoustics 3000c speaker range in wood finish

Q Acoustics 3000c is the entry-level speaker range we've been waiting six years for

By Kashfia Kabir published

With new mid/bass driver technology and four new finishes, the Q Acoustics 3000c is the successor to a successful line of five-star entry-level speakers.

WiiM Ultra streamer with touchscreen display

WiiM Ultra streamer with touchscreen and improved DAC teased for High End Munich launch

By Kashfia Kabir published

WiiM has teased an Ultra version of the Award-winning Pro Plus streamer, with excellent connectivity and a touchscreen display, launching at High End Munich 2024.

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