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

4K QLED displays with HDR are coming to Delta’s in-flight entertainment experience
By Andy Madden published
Delta is giving new planes a major in-flight infotainment upgrade, including new screens and Bluetooth audio for all.

Denon and Dirac team up for new 22-speaker car audio concept with Dolby Atmos
By Andy Madden published
Denon and Dirac showcased an immersive in-car audio concept at CES 2025 with height and headrest channels.

Victrola drops Bluetooth turntables with streaming smarts and an all-in-one vinyl system at CES 2025
By Andy Madden published
Victrola’s product lineup for 2025 includes powered bookshelf speakers and brand-new Bluetooth turntables.

Onkyo launches compact and affordable Creator Series of powered desktop speakers
By Andy Madden published
The new Onkyo range features two Bluetooth 5.3 models, including one with HDMI ARC.

Harman Kardon wants to Enchant you away from Sonos with its new Dolby Atmos soundbars
By Andy Madden published
Harman Kardon’s new product line features two soundbars, a wireless speaker and a wireless subwoofer.

JBL’s Tour One M3 flagship wireless headphones are smarter than your average over-ears
By Andy Madden published
JBL's Tour One M3 wireless headphones come with their own wireless audio transmitter for extra functionality.

I don’t think the KEF LS60 Wireless floorstanding speakers get enough credit – here's why
By Andy Madden published
A fantastic feat of technology

Grab Sony's five-star XM4 headphones for an even lower price by using this Amazon voucher code
By Kashfia Kabir published
Sony's WH-1000XM4 ANC over-ears have dropped to their lowest price yet thanks to this Amazon voucher deal.

I’m a wireless headphones expert and there are 6 new pairs I want to see launch in 2025
By Andy Madden published
I’ve drawn up a wish list of new headphones I’d like to see hit the market in the next 12 months.

Boxing Day deal! Sony's amazingly cheap 5-star headphones are still at their lowest price ever
By Andy Madden published
Sony's excellent WH-CH520 wireless headphones remain at their lowest-ever price for Boxing Day.

Brilliant Boxing Day hi-fi deal sees our favourite budget music streamer back to its lowest-ever price
By Andy Madden published
There's good money off a fantastic five-star streamer from WiiM in the Boxing Day sales.

Reference rooms, golden ears and subwoofer solutions: Huawei’s tuning expert discusses all things in-car audio
By Andy Madden published
Huawei is big in automotive in China and we have been learning about how it approaches in-car sound systems.

I can't believe Bose's flagship, 5-star noise-cancelling earbuds have dropped in price AGAIN to a new all-time low!
By Andy Madden published
The price of Bose's premium ANC buds has dropped to £169.15 at John Lewis.

Technics' Award-winning all-in-one hi-fi system is now even cheaper than Black Friday!
By Andy Madden published
You can now save £110 on the five-star Technics SA-C600 over

Best wireless earbuds deals 2024: lowest prices ever for five-star Bose, Sony and more
By Andy Madden last updated
We've highlighted the biggest and best price drops on some fantastic pairs of true wireless earbuds.

Quick! Grab this best-ever deal on Bose's flagship noise-cancelling headphones before it disappears
By Harry McKerrell published
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra wireless headphones have stuck to their lowest price, currently sitting at £299 at Amazon and John Lewis.

Best speaker deals: great savings on wireless and hi-fi speakers
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Deals Make big savings on the best stereo speakers, wireless and smart speakers around.

I love hi-fi and you'll love the savings on this brilliant CD separates system in the Cyber Monday sales
By Andy Madden published
I have partnered Arcam electronics with Q Acoustics speakers to create a discounted five-star set-up.

I’m a hi-fi expert and there's still time to get these super systems with big money off in the Black Friday sales
By Andy Madden published
Amazing all–in-ones still with big money off

The best Black Friday 2024 UK deals: LG OLEDs, Sony headphones, soundbars, speakers and more
By Andy Madden, Joe Svetlik last updated
Black Friday The Black Friday sales are up to full speed and our team of experts is bringing you only the best deals.

I've found the 5 best Black Friday wireless earbuds deals that are still live
By Andy Madden last updated
I've been keeping a close eye on wireless earbuds prices and these are my top picks from the Black Friday deals still in stock.

Sony's flagship wireless headphones are on sale for Black Friday but I'd recommend this cheaper five-star pair instead
By Andy Madden last updated
Sony’s current flagship noise-cancelling headphones are a great buy, but I’d save even more by going for their predecessors…

We love this classic Denon hi-fi system and it's dropped to its lowest-ever price in the Black Friday sales
By Andy Madden published
Streaming might be all the rage, but this Denon micro hi-fi system is a great shout this Black Friday.
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