Latest articles by Kashfia Kabir
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.
Apple Music Classical: release date, price, hi-res, spatial audio and first impressions
Apple's new bespoke classical music app features Hi-Res Lossless audio, Dolby Atmos and a bulging catalogue of over five million works.
Apple HomePod tips: how to use Siri, play Spotify, BBC radio, Dolby Atmos, and more
You've brought a HomePod into your home, but what can it do? What can you ask Siri to make it the smartest music-playing machine ever?
These are the four-star products I use every single day
Five-star products may grab the headlines, but four-star equipment can be just as enjoyable to use for many.
Chord unveils its most affordable stereo power amplifier yet with the new BerTTi
Chord’s new compact BerTTi power amplifier replaces the five-star TToby, with more power and higher-end technology thrown into the mix.
Yamaha HA-L7A
Not yet ratedYamaha's upcoming HA-L7A headphone amplifier is designed to be the perfect partner for the exceptional high-end YH-5000SE headphones. Here are our first impressions.
High End Munich 2023 news and highlights: Naim, Musical Fidelity, Yamaha, Sonus Faber and more
800 hi-fi brands have descended on the Bavarian capital to debut and demo their latest kit atEurope's biggest hi-fi show . Here's what's new...
12 of the best hi-fi separates at High End Munich 2023
The High End Munich 2023 show was packed with hi-fi separates to dazzle and delight – here's a list of our highlights.
iFi's new iCan Phantom has a clever feature for electrostatic headphones fans, and I love it
The flagship iCan Phantom headphone amplifier is a mad box of delights, with a fun, ingenious design catering to electrostatic headphones fans.
HiFi Rose RS130 packs extensive streaming smarts into a stylish package
HiFi Rose's flagship RS130 network player is an enticingly swanky prospect from the Korean manufacturer.
JBL remasters its retro-modern L100 Classic speakers for a second edition
The L100 Classic MkII and L82 Classic MKII loudspeakers have seen upgrades to their drivers and crossover designs to deliver "higher performance levels"
Technics’ new ANC wireless earbuds take aim at Bose and Sony flagship rivals
Technics’ new true wireless earbuds promise improved audio performance, better ANC and up to three simultaneous device connections via Bluetooth Multipoint.
AirPods-inspired Beats Studio Buds + offer "balanced sound", improved ANC and a new transparent finish
Beats' new Studio Buds + wireless earbuds boast all-day battery, improved ANC and sound quality, and spatial audio.
Goldring's new E4 moving magnet cartridge could be the performance update your turntable needs
Goldring's new E4 moving magnet cartridge slots in above a five-star Award-winner, claims to be "pinnacle of E Series engineering and performance."
Bluesound brings new tech and updated performance to its 10th-anniversary edition Node X streamer
Bluesound celebrates its 10th birthday with a special limited edition version of its Award-winning streamer, featuring new components, new finish and a new price.
Rega reveals 50th Anniversary Edition of the superb Planar 3 turntable
Rega's 2023 anniversary edition of the five-star Planar 3 record player includes a new finish, upgraded cartridge and power supply at a tempting price.
Get karaoke-ready with the Sony SRS-XV800 party speaker
With 360-degree sound, lighting effects, karaoke mic inputs and caster wheels, Sony's giant party speaker is here in time for summer.
The new Moon North Collection aims for high-end hi-fi heaven
Moon has unveiled a six-strong high-end hi-fi range boasting new technologies and a unique remote control, with prices starting at £11,000/$11,000.
Record Store Day 2023: dates, full vinyl release list and our top picks
Record Store Day 2023 Record Store Day 2023 returns tomorrow with a blockbuster list of exclusive releases, and we're here to help with tips and guides on getting the best out of your new vinyl.
iFi GO pod gives hi-res Bluetooth powers to your wired in-ears
iFi's portable Bluetooth DAC/headphone amp can turn your wired in-ear headphones into tech-packed wireless earbuds.
