I tested Samsung’s unique ‘two-way’ Dolby Atmos soundbar, and it sounds great in both setups By John Archer published 15 June 25 Samsung’s most flexible soundbar ever proves that convenience doesn’t have to trump performance.
Marshall Heston 120 review: a stunning Dolby Atmos soundbar with amazing bass for an all-in-one By Harry Padoan published 3 June 25 Marshall’s first ever soundbar supplies quaking bass and awesome Atmos for movies, making it a top-tier all-in-one option.
Marshall Kilburn III review: an exceptional Bluetooth speaker that’s considerably pricier than its predecessor, but worth every penny By Harry Padoan published 17 July 25 I tested the Marshall Kilburn III and it's a monumental upgrade over its predecessor, and a brilliant Bluetooth speaker in its own right.
Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 3rd Generation review: three is truly the magic number for this excellent portable speaker By Simon Lucas published 7 May 25 If three really is a magic number, the Beosound A1 3rd Gen is going to be quite a speaker – given how good the first two were…
Ultimate Ears Everboom review: a very capable, jack of all trades Bluetooth speaker By Hamish Hector published 14 July 24 The Ultimate Ears Everboom is a solid Bluetooth speaker that's loud, very capable sonically, and surprisingly portable.
House of Marley Revolution review: a good-sounding budget turntable for first-timers with sustainable style By Chris Rowlands published 3 December 24 The House of Marley Revolution is a distinctive entry-level deck that offers useful Bluetooth connectivity and reliable everyday audio quality at a fair price.
Fluance's chic powered bookshelf speakers offer impressively detailed, almost neutral sound – with very few drawbacks By James Holland published 15 November 25 The Fluance Ri71 are great for mid-range powered bookshelf speakers, offering detailed sound with an almost neutral, polite quality.
I tested Marshall’s new mini Dolby Atmos soundbar and I adore its crystal-clear dialogue, expansive sound, and classy design By Harry Padoan published 9 November 25 The Marshall Heston 60 is a great small soundbar, thanks to its effective Dolby Atmos effects, exquisite dialogue clarity, and surprisingly impactful bass output.
LG xBoom Bounce review: a rugged party speaker with plenty of 'boom' but not much 'pow' By Tom Bedford published 3 June 25 LG and will.i.am's xBoom Bounce Bluetooth speaker is big and beefy, but it's let down by an uninspiring performance in terms of sound quality.
Activo Q1 hybrid IEM headphones review: impressive and affordable audiophile IEMs By Carrie Marshall published 11 January 25 Astell & Kern's hi-res player now has matching high quality headphones that won't break the bank – joy!
JBL Bar 1000MK2 review: Big, bold sound in a supremely versatile package By Simon Cohen published 25 October 25 The Bar 1000MK2 perfectly adapts to any TV room with powerful, immersive sound. It’s not for everyone, but if you appreciate its strengths, there’s no other soundbar like it.
Bluesound Pulse M review: a wireless speaker that fails to justify its substantial price tag, sonically speaking By Josh Russell published 22 December 24 Its detailed lossless audio and strong stereo effect lose out to sound that’s overly swamped by bass.
Meze Audio 105 AER review: open-backed wired headphones that sit beautifully in the consumer market – and feel like they shouldn't By Simon Lucas published 1 February 25 A tale in which Meze Audio, pace-setters where high-end headphones are concerned, decides to drop some of its talent on us mere mortals who exist in the mainstream...
I tested the Biamp MRB-M-X400-T - read what this meeting room solution is actually like By Dave Mitchell published 21 March 25 A highly flexible professional meeting room solution that’s easy to install and delivers outstanding audio quality.
I tested the Biamp Parlé VBC 2500 - read what I thought of this big meeting room VC system By Dave Mitchell published 17 April 25 A big meeting room VC solution with top video quality, stunning audio output and a smart setup process.
LG xboom Grab review: a Bluetooth speaker that finally challenges JBL's Flip lineup By Chris Rowlands published 13 June 25 The LG xboom Grab is a feature-packed Bluetooth speaker with built-in straps, solid battery life and decent bass, plus adaptive sound and lighting.
I spent six weeks listening to the Samsung Music Frame and it kept missing the beat By Sharmishta Sarkar published 12 March 25 Samsung’s done well to hide a speaker in plain sight, but it needs to improve the soundstage if it wants the Music Frame to do well.
I tested Edifier's great-value new desktop monitor speakers and they exceeded all of my expectations By James Grimshaw published 27 October 25 The Edifier MR5 nearfield monitors are multifaceted boxes of joy, although they're a little too busy for their own good.
Tribit StormBox 2 review: a bargain Bluetooth speaker with big sound and decent battery life By Josh Russell published 23 October 24 It’s no five-star performer – but no other speaker available for this price sounds anywhere near this good.
Bose SoundLink Flex Gen 2 review: a beautiful pint-sized party speaker with awesome audio By Harry Padoan published 7 December 24 Strong sound quality, a durable exterior and an attractive design make the Bose SoundLink Flex Gen 2 a great portable option.
Shanling HW600 review: wired over-ear headphones that pack a sonic punch, if you've got a big head... By Simon Lucas published 29 December 24 Shanling HW600 wired over-ear planar magnetic headphones look to be even more disruptive than usual in a competitive market, and succeed up to a point...
I love these active speakers' stacked feature-set, but they lag a little in one key area By James Grimshaw published 30 December 25 The Edifier S880DB MKII active bookshelf speakers look great and shine at the top end but lack bass are up against cheaper, and better, alternatives.
Meze's walnut-cupped wired headphones impress with a bassy sound, but their headband dings my noggin By James Grimshaw published 20 December 25 The Meze Audio 99 Classics 2nd Gen wired headphones remain homely, walnut-earcupped beauties – but how have they improved from the original?
Marshall Monitor III ANC review: big sound and even bigger battery life from comfy wireless headphones By Hamish Hector last updated 1 November 24 The Marshall Monitor III ANC headphones may be pricey, but they out on a great show that seems like it might never end thanks to a 70-hour battery life.
Meze Audio Alba review: affordable and awesome-sounding IEMs By Harry Padoan published 14 September 25 Want to enter into the audiophile world? I reviewed Meze's cheapest ever IEMs and they're an awesome option.
iFi iDSD Valkyrie DAC review: a headphone amp capable of staggeringly complete, informative sound By Simon Lucas published 30 April 25 Never knowingly understated, iFi has upped the ‘transportable DAC/headphone amp’ once again with another portentously named product. Is the iDSD Valkyrie ready to slay the opposition?
LG xboom Stage 301 review: a brilliant wedge-style Bluetooth speaker with stellar sound and even karaoke capabilities By Harry Padoan published 1 September 25 The LG xboom Stage 301 is a hit, thanks to its brilliant sound, feature-rich companion app, and versatile design.
I found this affordable DAB radio great on the go, but wouldn't want to take it all the way to, er, 30 By Jennifer Allen published 29 March 25 Straight to the point with plenty of easy-to-store stations, the Sharp Osaka DAB radio is a solid option for an even better price
Klipsch Flexus Core 300 review: a seriously immersive soundbar system with Dirac Live room correction By James Holland published 27 September 25 The Klipsch Flexus Core 300 soundbar sounds great and comes with an almost unparalleled feature set, including Dirac Live room correction.
I reviewed Marshall’s mid-sized Bluetooth speaker and its stereo sound blew me away By Harry Padoan published 7 December 25 The Marshall Middleton II boasts excellent sound quality, a classy design, and plenty of battery life, but almost fittingly, it can sometimes feel stuck in the middle.