Latest articles by Kashfia Kabir
Ruark reinvents the radiogram once again with the stunning R810 all-in-one system
Ruark's flagship all-in-one music system combines streaming smarts and HDMI with stunning modern-retro design.
Ruark Audio R410 vs Naim Mu-so 2: which all-in-one music system is better?
Ruark and Naim have two stunning premium all-in-one music systems that are versatile, stylish and sound excellent – but which one should you buy?
9 of the best Halloween tracks to test your hi-fi system
We've put together some of our favourite Halloween-themed tracks that are perfect for putting your kit through its paces
40 of the best 1990s albums to test your speakers
From grunge to jungle, we explore the best records from the 1990s to test your hi-fi system.
Inside the Sennheiser factory: assembling audiophile headphones and listening to £60k electrostatics
We visit Sennheiser's audiophile headphones factory, take a deep dive into how these premium cans are made, and listen to some of the most extravagant headphones in the world.
Arcam’s sleek range of hi-fi separates promise to set a new standard in audio performance
Arcam's five-strong range of hi-fi separates sports a sleek, modern look, competitive pricing and the promise of excellent audio quality.
Cyrus surprises with first-ever turntable – and it has sky-high ambitions
Cyrus has started its 40th-anniversary celebrations early with its inaugural turntable, but it'll cost you a pretty penny.
The wait is over – Rega's 'groundbreaking' Naia reference turntable is here
Rega's highly anticipated flagship Naia turntable is now officially available and it looks suitably impressive.
Apple Adaptive Audio explained and tested: AirPods Pro latest ANC feature
Apple Adaptive Audio offers a new ANC level for iOS 17-updated AirPods Pro 2nd generation wireless earbuds
Sonos: everything you need to know
Updated What is Sonos? How does Sonos work? And what's the best way to build a wireless multi-room Sonos system? Allow us to explain the Sonos speaker ecosystem...
The iPhone 15 has USB-C, but is it the hi-res audio upgrade we've all been waiting for?
The iPhone 15's move to USB-C could be a game-changer in portable hi-fi, with an easier path for using DACs and wired headphones.
Technics aims to revolutionise direct drive design with new SL-1200GR2 turntable
Technics' new SL-1200GR2/1210GR2 turntable features an innovative approach to direct drive design for improved vinyl performance.
Sonos Move 2 speaker features stereo sound, Era-style upgrades and a hefty price tag
Sonos Move 2 portable Bluetooth speaker has been upgraded inside and out, but will it justify its hefty weight and even heftier price tag?
Rega's radical Aya speakers combine glass and cement for a striking design
Rega's premium Aya floorstanders are ten years in the making, and use a unique new material for the cabinet design.
Cyrus launches BluOS hi-res music streamers with support for MQA and Roon
Cyrus has launched two hi-res music streamers, one for the Classic range, another for the premium XR range.
Bowers & Wilkins 607 S3 vs 606 S3: which B&W speakers should you buy?
Stuck between standmounters? Let us help you choose which B&W 600 S3 speaker is best.
Marshall’s new ANC wireless earbuds get battery life boost to rival the AirPods Pro 2
Marshall refreshes its wireless ANC earbuds model with longer battery life, improved noise-cancelling and BT connectivity, while retaining its rock'n'roll aesthetic
Ruark's gorgeous retro-modern all-in-one system is a new Naim Mu-so rival
Ruark Audio's stunning R410 all-in-one streaming system has hi-fi heritage, extensive features and a premium price tag – and could seriously rival Sonos and Naim.
5 sound settings you shouldn't ignore on the Sony WF-1000XM5
Sony's five-star XM5 wireless earbuds sound fantastic, but follow these tips to get the very best audio quality out of them.
I spoke to Sony's audio experts about how they tune the WF-1000XM5 earbuds' stunning sound
A new driver design and unique approach to tuning – Sony's audio experts spill the beans on how they achieved the new XM5's superb sound quality.
Wharfedale adds compact Elysian 3 floorstander to flagship speaker range
The three-way Elysian 3 aims to deliver the impressive high-end, large-scale performance of the five-star Elysian 4 in a smaller footprint.
Active vs passive speakers: what's the difference? Which is better?
Ever wondered about the difference between active and passive speakers? All us to elaborate on how they work.
Sony's latest Walkman could replace my iPhone if it wasn't for one major issue
Sony's new NW-A306 Walkman is a great example of an affordable, compact, dedicated hi-res music player. So why does it act just like another Android phone?
Netflix and Disney Plus might be convenient, but I will never part with my DVD collection
With Netflix shutting down its postal DVD service and Disney Plus getting rid of TV shows entirely, owning physical media that you'll never have to part with has never felt more important.
