Audio
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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Spotify takes steps to combat AI-generated music fraud with new approval system
By Rowan Davies published
Artist Protection Profile gives artists an active role in reviewing what music releases appear in their name.

Denon’s new wireless speakers with Dolby Atmos take aim at Sonos and WiiM rivals
By Becky Scarrott published
Denon launched 'Sonos-busting' 200, 400, and 600 wireless speakers — think multiple drivers, all-stereo presentation, multi-room smarts, and chic looks

I switched from headphones to earbuds after three years —here's what I learned
By Rowan Davies published
From travel convenience to overall aesthetics, here are three things I've missed with using earbuds — and three things I haven't.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 review: mid-priced buds which are frustrating, not enjoyable
By Tom Bedford published
Samsung's mid-ranged earbuds aim to offer an alternative affordable option to the brand's top-priced Buds, but they're not a worthy substitute.

'Perfect Record Store Day prep': Majority's new turntable-speaker combo is surprisingly affordable (and colorful!)
By Tom Bedford published
The new Majority Auto turntable and D50X bookshelf speakers are affordable, colorful, and out now (just in time for Record Store Day).

Bose SoundLink Micro Gen 2 review: a solid little performer, but with a hefty price-tag
By Harry Padoan published
Bose’s bijou Bluetooth speaker delivers solid sound, excellent durability, and stylish looks, but I’d still buy a rival instead — here’s why.

Wired earbuds are trendy right now, and this budget set from Sennheiser is all you need
By Harry Padoan published
Yes, wired earbuds are trendy again, and this cheap set is all you need for beautiful compression-free audio.

Sony Music removes 135,000 deepfake songs from streaming platforms
By Rowan Davies published
Sony is battling against the rising threat of AI-generated music on streaming services, and now industry giants want clear AI tagging.
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