REVIEW: Like Swiss watches, the Nagra Classic Integrated amplifier runs like a finely-tuned machine… not a step out of time.
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Sony strikes gold with the WF-1000XM3 earbuds
REVIEW: Sony’s WF-1000XM3 could well be the true wireless earbuds to beat all competition at the price.
Hifiman Sundara headphones – staying with the house sound
REVIEW: Hifiman does planar magnetic “cheap” with the Sundara… the house sound could be a matter of acquired taste, though.
Samsung Q90R, Q70R soundbars – ticking most boxes
REVIEW: Those bound by space-saving requirements will find many things to like about these premium Samsung soundbars.
Hifiman TWS600 wireless earphones – staying out of the way
REVIEW: Hifiman’s first true wireless earphones, the TWS600, takes on a tough task in a competitive market.
Dynaudio Evoke 20 speakers – sweet Danish delight
REVIEW: These well-presented Danish speakers evoke favourable emotions from a panel/ribbon diehard.
McIntosh MA252 integrated amplifier – a hybrid with vigour
REVIEW: Nothing like a hybrid to bring out the yearning in our hard-nosed reviewer, who finds the McIntosh MA252 very much to his liking.
Stoner Acoustics UD130 amp/DAC – on a sonic roll
REVIEW: Why stay rooted to the spot? The Stoner Acoustics UD130 makes a case for being mobile and flexible when listening to music.
Primare Prisma I15 – a streaming amp smoothie
REVIEW: It’s getting more difficult to be an amplifier now, multi-tasking is essential. But the Primare Prisma I15 has it down pat.
Sony DMP-Z1 – the ultimate DAP and a conundrum
NEWS: Sony pulls out all the stops on its lovely DMP-Z1 player, although we have to ask – who’s the target?
ProAc Tablette Ten speakers – a pill for your space ills
REVIEW: Small spaces require small objects to provide satisfying sonic pleasures… as the ProAc Tablette Tens do with ease.
KEF LSX wireless speakers – small wonders
REVIEW: Streaming wireless speakers abound in the market, but the compact KEF LSX is something special.
Topping D30 – your first DAC
REVIEW: Small, cheap and cheerful… for the price, the Topping D30 is almost unbeatable.
Audioengine A2+ speakers – dynamite desktop duo
REVIEW: Tiny they may be, but these Audioengine speakers pack a mighty punch.
Dynaudio Music 7 – room-filling sound
REVIEW: If convenience, portability and a big sound are a priority, look no further than the Dynaudio Music 7.
BAT REX DAC – royal performance on demand
REVIEW: When nothing but the best will do and money is plentiful, the REX DAC from Balanced Audio Technology should be on your shopping list.
Goldring E3 cartridge – a modern MM
REVIEW: Goldring lends a modern slant to vinyl playback with the E3 moving magnet phono cartridge.
The new Planar 8 turntable – Rega’s best yet?
REVIEW: You can’t go wrong with a Rega turntable, and the Planar 8 proves this.
Cayin N8 DAP – master of all, jack of none
REVIEW: Cayin’s flagship N8 digital audio player ticks almost all the boxes…
Pro-Ject Essential III Phono – audiophile-grade on a budget
REVIEW: For a taste of what a truly audiophile turntable can do for not so much money, try a Pro-Ject… in this case, the Essential III