Andy Madden
Andy is Deputy Editor of What Hi-Fi? and a consumer electronics journalist with nearly 20 years of experience writing news, reviews and features. Over the years he's also contributed to a number of other outlets, including The Sunday Times, the BBC, Stuff, and BA High Life Magazine. Premium wireless earbuds are his passion but he's also keen on car tech and in-car audio systems and can often be found cruising the countryside testing the latest set-ups. In his spare time Andy is a keen golfer and gamer.
Latest articles by Andy Madden

They’re official! Sony finally takes the wraps off its WF-C710N budget wireless earbuds
By Andy Madden published
New cheap earbuds have huge shoes to fill

Bose and Sony's flagship wireless headphones are both in the Amazon Big Spring Sale, but which should you buy?
By Andy Madden published
Two amazing pairs with savings to be made

JBL SA550 Classic
By Andy Madden published
JBL’s stereo amplifier has a lot going for it, including attractive retro styling and a fun, entertaining sound.

Best iPhone headphones 2025: budget to premium, tested by experts
By Joe Svetlik, Andy Madden last updated
best buys Make the most of that excellent sound quality with our pick of the best iPhone headphones on the market right now.

We loved testing Eversolo's DMP-A6 music streamer and it’s now £160 off thanks to this juicy hi-fi deal
By Andy Madden published
An amazing user experience, brilliant build quality and punchy sound

The best Sonos deals 2025: save big on speakers, soundbars and more
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Deals The place to be for big savings on Sonos soundbars and wireless speakers.

Retro-tastic and powerful-sounding JBL Authentics Bluetooth speaker is back to its lowest-ever price
By Andy Madden published
Grab a huge £130 off this versatile and retro-looking wireless speaker.

4 things Technics needs to do to beat KEF’s LS50 Wireless II hi-fi system and one area where it’s better
By Andy Madden published
I think there’s plenty of room for improvement in Technics’ SC-CX700 speaker system

Jaws to the floor! Q Acoustics’ Award-winning floorstanding speakers are back at their best ever price
By Andy Madden published
Q Acoustics’ talented floorstanders won a Product of the Year Award in 2024 and you can still make a tidy saving.

Best wireless earbuds 2025: top pairs tested by our reviewers
By Andy Madden last updated
Best Buys Our review team has tested multiple pairs to find the best wireless earbuds for every budget – here are our top picks.

11 of the best closing tracks for testing your headphones or hi-fi system
By Harry McKerrell published
Sometimes you have to wait until the end of an album to find the best tracks.

Best in-ear headphones 2025: top earbuds tried and tested by our experts
By Andy Madden, Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys These are the best earbuds we've tested, including cheap pairs as well as premium options for serious listening.

The best AirPods deals 2025: lowest prices on Apple headphones
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Deals Check out the latest deals on all AirPods headphones and wireless earbuds.

Astonishing audiophile headphones deal sees five-star Sennheisers dip to their lowest price ever
By Andy Madden published
Enjoy a massive £560 off the excellent HD 820 over-ears

Gryphon Audio Diablo 333
By Ketan Bharadia published
Gryphon’s Diablo 333 is a terrific integrated amplifier with a prodigious power output and a sublime sense of control.

Marantz's classic five-star streaming amplifier is still at its lowest price ever thanks to this smoking hot hi-fi deal
By Andy Madden published
Save £200 on the outstanding PM7000N

In the market for cheap five-star headphones? These amazing Sony earbuds are down to their lowest price this year
By Andy Madden published
The WF-C510 sound amazing and for £40, what isn't there to like?

Best iPads 2025: big and small, budget to premium, all reviewed by experts
By Lewis Empson last updated
Here are the best iPads on the market, from the iPad Mini all the way up to the Pro.

Sony WH-1000XM6: expected release date and price rumours, six features on our wishlist
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Sony's stunning WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones are unbelievable all-rounders, but is a successor just around the corner?

I can’t wait for new flagship Sony wireless earbuds – but I’m more excited about its leaked cheaper pair
By Andy Madden published
An upgraded replacement for the WF-C700N would be great news

Unmissable 4K Blu-ray player deal sees sensational five-star Sony with £50 off
By Andy Madden published
A hugely capable and affordable 4K disc-spinner with few rivals

Roksan’s stylish Attessa Streaming Amplifier is rocking a cool £300 off thanks to this juicy deal
By Andy Madden published
A solid saving on a talented all-in-one

Audio Research’s new flagship monoblock power amp is a serious high-end powerhouse
By Andy Madden published
It’s also described as the company’s “finest amplifier ever”
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