Latest articles by Kashfia Kabir
The What Hi-Fi? team on the first vinyl records they ever bought
As we celebrate Record Store Day 2024 today, team What Hi-Fi? recalls the first time they spent their own money on a vinyl record.
Vinyl Week 2024: reviews, features, advice and more on all things vinyl and turntable-related
A week dedicated to new turntable reviews, vinyl-related features, advice and interviews building up to Record Store Day 2024 on Saturday 20th April.
I would love to have a turntable system at home, but there are two things stopping me
The usual grumbles about inconvenience and expense aren't my deterrents to a turntable system; it's the time and space needed to fully enjoy vinyl records at home.
17 of the best podcasts for music lovers
We recommend our favourite music podcasts that cover various genres, artist interviews, music culture and history. Best listened to with a great pair of headphones.
Cambridge Audio CXA81 Mk II is a surprising replacement for two Award-winning stereo amplifiers
The Cambridge Audio CXA81 Mk II is an updated model with "re-tuned" sound, replacing both Award-winning CXA61 and CXA81 integrated stereo amplifiers.
6 sound settings you shouldn't ignore on the Cambridge Audio M100 wireless earbuds
Employ these Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 tips and settings to get the best sound quality and experience from these likeable wireless ANC earbuds.
Cambridge Audio brings hi-fi credentials to its first noise-cancelling earbuds, the Melomania M100
Cambridge Audio's Melomania M100 wireless earbuds feature ANC for the first time, with aptX Lossless codec, Class A/B amplification and long battery life.
Cambridge Audio CXN100 vs CXN (V2): which music streamer is better?
Which of Cambridge Audio's five-star music streamers should you buy? We weigh the pros and cons of the new CXN100 against the Award-winning CXN (V2).
Musical Fidelity's LS3/5A and the enduring appeal of BBC-inspired small speakers
We delve into the history of the iconic BBC LS3/5A small speakers and spend time experimenting with amplifier pairings with the Musical Fidelity LS3/5A speakers.
12 of the best British indie and alternative tracks to test your hi-fi system
We've rounded up our favourite British indie and alternative tracks that we use to test hi-fi kit and headphones
65 great British albums to test your hi-fi system
British Hi-Fi Week We’ve compiled a list of some of our favourite music the UK has ever produced. Dig in and give your hi-fi system a very British workout.
19 of the best British speakers of all time
British Hi-Fi Week To celebrate British Hi-Fi Week we've updated our round up of some of the best speakers from the British talent pool since the early '80s.
16 of the best Rega products of all time: turntables, amps and phono stages
The greatest hits of Rega's storied, 50-year history, from its famous Planar decks to its excellent electronics.
Dual's fully automatic Bluetooth turntable comes with a world-first app
Dual showcased two different turntable designs with clever features, including Bluetooth streaming and a world-first app that lets you control all features of a fully automatic deck.
The Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2024: pictures, news, highlights and latest products
Take a look at the highlights from the 2024 Bristol Hi-Fi Show, including Rega, Wharfedale, Epos and PMC.
Epos ES7N bookshelf speakers make their debut at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show
The smaller standmounter sibling of the large ES14N, the new Epos ES7N speakers are optimised to sound good whether on stands or placed inside your standard IKEA bookshelf.
PMC launches Twenty5i Active speaker range at the Bristol Show
PMC has announced its Twenty5i Active series of speakers, featuring four two-way speakers with 200W per channel amplification built-in. An upgrade kit is available for passive Twenty5 speakers too.
Leak's two new Sandwich speakers look very well bred – see them at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show
Leak's modernised versions of a 63-year-old speaker design will make their debut at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2024.
Hear Acoustic Energy's new Corinium floorstanding speakers at the Bristol Show
The Corinium speakers aim combine all the best that standmounts and floorstanders have to offer, and honour the history of the Cotswolds.
Chord’s Ultima Integrated amp with spaceship looks will be on demo at the Bristol Show
Unveiled at this year’s High End Munich show, the new 125-watt amplifier features dual-feed-forward error-correction technology housed in an aircraft-grade aluminium case.
What is AirPlay 2? How it works, and what speakers and devices support it
Advice AirPlay 2 is Apple's take on multi-room audio. But how does it work? And which devices support it? Read on for everything you need to know...
Exposure Electronics launches its very first turntable thanks to popular demand
Thanks to customer demand, the Exposure 360 turntable is designed to match its range of hi-fi electronics.
10 of the best love songs to test your hi-fi system
We all like Valentine’s Day, but if hi-fi is your one and only, then this list is for you.
