Latest articles by Andy Madden
They’re official! Sony finally takes the wraps off its WF-C710N budget wireless earbuds
New cheap earbuds have huge shoes to fill
JBL SA550 Classic
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
best buys Make the most of that excellent sound quality with our pick of the best iPhone headphones on the market right now.
The best Sonos deals 2025: save big on speakers, soundbars and more
Deals The place to be for big savings on Sonos soundbars and wireless speakers.
4 things Technics needs to do to beat KEF’s LS50 Wireless II hi-fi system and one area where it’s better
I think there’s plenty of room for improvement in Technics’ SC-CX700 speaker system
Best wireless earbuds 2025: top pairs tested by our reviewers
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
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
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: big savings on all Apple headphones
Deals Grab a deal on your next AirPods purchase, with the latest discounts we've found.
Calling all in-car audio fans! Dolby Atmos with Amazon Music is rolling out to Cadillac’s entire 2026 electric vehicle line-up
Select models are also getting upgraded this year
Gryphon Audio Diablo 333
Gryphon’s Diablo 333 is a terrific integrated amplifier with a prodigious power output and a sublime sense of control.
Best iPads 2025: big and small, budget to premium, all reviewed by experts
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
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
An upgraded replacement for the WF-C700N would be great news
Roksan’s stylish Attessa Streaming Amplifier is rocking a cool £300 off thanks to this juicy deal
A solid saving on a talented all-in-one
Audio Research’s new flagship monoblock power amp is a serious high-end powerhouse
It’s also described as the company’s “finest amplifier ever”
Best Sennheiser headphones 2025: 7 brilliant options tested by our team
Best Buys Our pick of the best Sennheiser headphones on the market, including earbuds, over-ears, Bluetooth and noise-cancelling cans.
The best AirPods alternatives 2025: choice pairs reviewed by our experts
Best Buys AirPods are a great shout for anyone in Apple's ecosystem, but rival brands boast some excellent alternative models.
How to set up your AV receiver and get the best sound
Advice Bought a new AV receiver? We guide you through the whole set-up process to get your home cinema working at its best.
Esoteric F-01/PS-01F
Esoteric’s 30-watt per channel Class A F-01 amplifier is something of a left-field choice but can sound magical when matched with care.
Best noise-cancelling earbuds 2025
Best Buys Cut out the hustle and bustle of daily life with our pick of the best noise-cancelling earbuds you can buy right now.
Best Sony headphones 2025: top pairs recommended by our expert reviews team
Best Buys Sony has some truly remarkable headphones at its disposal – here are the best we've tested that you can buy.
My dream pair of wireless earbuds combines the best bits of Apple, Bose, Bowers & Wilkins and Sony
I’ve cherry-picked the best bits from some brilliant pairs...
