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

I'll be surprised if this mega headphones deal is beaten on Cyber Monday
By Andy Madden published
Deals Just when we thought Rode's exceptional headphones couldn't be better value, Amazon knocked £81 off the list price.

I review headphones for a living and these surprise Black Friday deals rocked my world
By Andy Madden last updated
Black Friday sprung a few surprises with seriously tempting deals on three particular pairs of headphones.

Don't buy Apple AirPods 3 this Cyber Monday, I've found a better wireless earbuds deal
By Andy Madden published
I've seen a lot of fantastic wireless earbuds deals over the past 48 hours but the AirPods 3 isn't one of them.

This turntable accessory is the surprise hi-fi deal you should consider this Black Friday
By Kashfia Kabir published
This charming little Duo combines a MM/MC phono stage with a headphone amplifier, and now it's even more tempting with a £100 discount.

What Hi-Fi? Awards: 26 Product of the Year winners announced for 2023!
By Andy Madden published
Today we have decorated 26 of our 107 Best Buy winners with the even more prestigious Product of the Year accolade…

HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC: everything you need to know
By Andy Madden last updated
In-depth Ever wondered what the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) input on your TV means? And where does the newer HDMI eARC fit in?

Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System (BMW 5 Series 2023)
By Andy Madden published
Not yet ratedWe've been out for a spin with Bowers & Wilkins' in-car system for the new 2023 5 Series. Here are our first impressions.

It’s a clean sweep for Sony’s wireless headphones at the What Hi-Fi? Awards 2023
By Andy Madden published
Sony served up an absolute feast of five-star wireless headphones this year and it has reaped the rewards.

If Apple launches two AirPods 4 models in 2024, I can see one big problem
By Andy Madden published
Leaks suggest Apple is working on two different pairs of 4th Gen AirPods, but will the designs go far enough?

9 of the best Halloween tracks to test your hi-fi system
By Ainsley Walker published
We've put together some of our favourite Halloween-themed tracks that are perfect for putting your kit through its paces

Sony's next PS5 controller could have a surprise treat for wireless earbuds fans
By Andy Madden published
Sony has filed a patent for a clever next-gen PlayStation 5 controller that can also house a pair of wireless earbuds.

Apple, I owe you an apology about the AirPods Pro 2
By Andy Madden published
Apple’s earbuds have never been near the top of my list, but its flagship in-ears have changed all that.

I review headphones for a living – and now is a great time to buy the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
By Andy Madden published
Bose’s wireless earbuds boast excellent sound quality and top-drawer ANC - but they won’t be around forever.

Sony's XM5 wireless headphones have dropped in price AGAIN in the Prime Day 2 sales
By Andy Madden published
Now is the perfect time to take the plunge on the Sony XM5 thanks to their current Amazon Prime Big Deal Days deal.

Eye-catching Prime Day 2 deal sees five-star Bose wireless earbuds get over 30% off
By Andy Madden published
As far as early Black Friday deals go, this big saving on one of our favourite pairs of earbuds shouldn't be ignored.

The Sonus Faber Duetto is a KEF-rivalling wireless speaker system with streaming smarts
By Andy Madden published
Sonus Faber’s new active system includes music-streaming smarts, HDMI connectivity and more.

7 of the best Taylor Swift tracks to test your wireless headphones
By Andy Madden published
This hand-picked playlist from pop's finest will put any wireless headphones through their paces.

This awesome hi-fi deal combines a five-star Marantz amplifier with fantastic Dali speakers
By Andy Madden published
We've spotted a great deal combining two five-star and Award-winning products from Marantz and Dali.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphone range goes big on spatial audio – and includes Sony XM5 rivals
By Andy Madden published
The new range of noise-cancelling headphones features Bose Immersive Audio, the company's take on spatial audio.

There's one huge audio announcement that Apple didn't mention at the iPhone 15 launch
By Andy Madden published
The AirPods Pro 2 are going to support Lossless Audio, but only with Apple's Vision Pro headset.

I switched from the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II to the Sony XM5 and... I’m torn
By Andy Madden published
I’ve moved from one pair of fantastic five-star wireless earbuds to another, but I’m not sure I’ll stay.

Hurry! Disney+ slashes 75% off the price of a three-month subscription for a limited time
By Andy Madden published
Thinking about joining Disney Plus? This tempting subscription offer could be the deal you’ve been waiting for.
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