Speakers Reviews

Q Acoustics’ flexible sound system is based on a pair of shorter-than-average floorstanders with amplification and Bluetooth built-in.

The smooth, fluid-sounding Revela 1 are an undemanding listen, but their inability to cut loose is a major issue.

The Lumina II Amator are a charming pair of standmounters, blending sumptuous looks with a fluid, full-bodied sound.

A good deal more in terms of dynamics, clarity and refinement is required if the Everboom is going to compete with the market’s best.

The Beats Pill is back and it sounds better than ever.

Triangle’s Capella speaker package does so much well but isn’t quite rounded enough to worry the class leaders.

Can the SoundLink Max get the party started, or is it an early night for Bose’s Bluetooth speaker?

Wilson Benesch’s Discovery 3Zero are arguably the most capable standmounters we’ve tested.

The name makes for a tenuous link to the past but extensive changes have turned the latest Monitor Audio Studio speakers into something special.

UPDATED Amazon’s latest Echo Dot is up against some stern competition in the smart speaker market, but all evidence shows that it’s up to the task.