Simon Lucas
Simon Lucas is a freelance technology journalist and consultant, with particular emphasis on the audio/video aspects of home entertainment. Before embracing the carefree life of the freelancer, he was editor of What Hi-Fi? – since then, he's written for titles such as GQ, Metro, The Guardian and Stuff, among many others.
Latest articles by Simon Lucas

11 of the best Record Store Day 2017 releases
By Simon Lucas published
The 10th annual Record Store Day 2017 is tomorrow!

The best-selling vinyl of 2017 so far
By Simon Lucas published
You'll be unsurprised to learn the name 'Ed Sheeran' features prominently.

The biggest reissue treatment ever: Sgt. Pepper's 50th anniversary
By Simon Lucas published
They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile.

Yamaha's new WXAD-10 adapter brings MusicCast to everyone
By Simon Lucas published
The WXAD-10 MusicCast adapter can add multiroom and streaming possibilities to any audio system.

Bang & Olufsen introduces BeoSound Shape, a wall-mounted wireless speaker system
By Simon Lucas published
Available in a variety of sizes and colours, BeoSound Shape aims to be completely customisable.

V-Moda unveils new Crossfade 2 wireless on-ear headphones
By Simon Lucas published
Better battery life, Hi-Res Audio certification and shiny new finishes mark out Crossfade 2.

NAD's new C338 stereo amplifier has Chromecast built in
By Simon Lucas published
NAD is claiming "class-leading performance and flexibility" for its new C338 integrated amp

Chord Company debuts new Sarum T cable range
By Simon Lucas published
For the first time, the company's Taylon technology is incorporated into more 'affordable' products, although prices start at £1800.

Pioneer unveils MS5Ts, 'the world's most affordable' hi-res headphones
By Simon Lucas published
Pioneer claims its SE-MS5-T headphones are the most affordable hi-res certified over-ears in the world

CES 2017: Sony unveils UBP-X800 4K Blu-ray player and Dolby Atmos soundbar
By Simon Lucas published
Sony has launched a trio of exciting new home cinema products, including a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player, Dolby Atmos soundbar and new AV receiver...

Hisense ready to rule the world with 100in Laser TV and 4K ULED range
By Simon Lucas published
The Chinese brand redefines the word ‘confidence’ at its CES 2017 press conference.

Technics unveils new SL-1200GR turntable, stereo amp and speakers
By Simon Lucas published
The revitalised Technics brand today announced an expansion of its stereo range, with the latest incarnation of its legendary SL-1200 turntable, a pair of floorstanding speakers and a new amplifier.

CES 2017: Panasonic unveils flagship EZ1002 OLED TV
By Simon Lucas published
Ahead of its press conference at CES 2017, Panasonic has announced its second-generation OLED TV, the flagship EZ1002...

CES 2017: Panasonic launches three new 4K Blu-ray players
By Simon Lucas published
Panasonic has unveiled three new Ultra HD Blu-ray players, the DMP-UB400, DMP-UB310 and DMP-UB300, boasting support for 4K and future-proofing for 8K video, plus hi-res audio.

JVC DLA-Z1: £30k 4K HDR projector launches this December
By Simon Lucas published
JVC's DLA-Z1 is likely to be the world's first projector with "THX 4K Display" approval.

Toshiba partners with Vestel for a new European presence
By Simon Lucas published
A new licensing agreement should benefit both parties

Dolby Labs, the National Film and Television School, and the best sound around
By Simon Lucas published
The NFTS has some very auspicious alumni – yesterday Zoltan Juhasz (above left) took a big step towards joining the list, winning its prestigious Best Sound Design Award for 2016.

T. Rex: Born to Boogie reissue – Blu-ray review
By Simon Lucas published
Born to Boogie, a 1972 concert film featuring Marc Bolan and T. Rex, is getting the reissue treatment.

ISE 2016: news, highlights, best new products
By Simon Lucas published
The 13th annual Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) show in Amsterdam runs from Tuesday 9th February until the 12th – and we've been reporting live.

Electrocompaniet launches new wireless speakers at ISE 2016
By Simon Lucas published
SL-1 and L-1 are the first of an extensive upcoming wireless streaming range

Elipson shows thorough new turntable range at ISE 2016
By Simon Lucas published
New record players embrace absolute modernity

Amphion adds colour to its Helium range
By Simon Lucas published
A wide choice of grille finishes makes Amphion's ISE 2016 stand more vivid than most

Genelec introduces Smart Active Monitor desktop speakers
By Simon Lucas published
Despite having all the pro credibility it needs, Genelec's new Smart Active Monitor is tailor-made for the home.
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