Our audio coverage stretches from cheap earbuds to throw in your bag, up to hi-res DACs that can add extra dimensions of sound to your favorite music. The world of audio has changed a lot with the rise of higher-quality wireless and digital sound – streaming services offer better-than-CD quality, and you can beam it to speakers all over the house over Wi-Fi or next-gen Bluetooth options.
That’s unlocked a world of new devices where hi-fi meets modern conveniences, and we’re always looking to find the best new ideas in the audio world.
Our audio experts love products from the top to the bottom of the budget range – we love a cheap Bluetooth speaker that sounds great at the beach just as much as we love expensive wired headphones driven from a beautiful valve amplifier.
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Turntable not sounding great? Do this before you buy a new one
Take it from me: a fancy record player won't improve how your vinyl sounds if you haven't tried this cheap extra first
The best earbuds for small ears, all tested by a petite-eared audio expert
My pick of the best earbuds for those with a smaller ear canal, tragus or concha, however much you're able to spend.
The best Beats headphones for all budgets, tested and recommended by our reviewers
From wireless over-ear headphones to workout earbuds: there's a pair of the best Beats headphones to suit everyone.
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