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20 years ago: plasma TVs, budget speakers and a very different kind of surround sound package
A look back to the February 2005 issue of What Hi-Fi? highlights the differences 20 years can make in the world of home entertainment
Technics SC-CX700
Technics’ take on a modern streaming system has all the right ingredients on paper, but how does it perform?
We partner three What Hi-Fi? Award winners to build a sensational streaming system
While it isn't always the case that simply bunging a gaggle of Award winners together will produce a system worthy of the name, here there is no bunging together involved.
Unsure if your hi-fi is shipshape? This classic Hans Zimmer score is a treasure trove of terrific test tracks
If you're after test track after test track to shiver your system's timbers, the Pirates Of The Caribbean score will help you discover whether everything is in order.
Is it a toy? Is it a music player? No, it's a portable DAC disguised as a tape deck!
A charmingly quirky portable DAC and headphone amplifier to boost your headphone listening.
Rega Planar 3 RS Edition
With clever upgrades and a bespoke plinth design, Rega has pushed the performance of the iconic Planar 3 to an impressive degree in this elevated design.
Best DACs 2025: USB, desktop and portable digital-to-analogue converters
Best Buys The best DACs take hi-fi, desktop and portable systems to the next level. Our expert picks span various types and budgets...
Best budget record players 2025: affordable turntables tried and tested
Best Buys You don't have to spend a fortune to get a great record player, so here are the best budget decks we've tested and can fully recommend.
