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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Sonos' CEO reveals what's 'holding us back' from music streaming innovation
'No one is motivated by making an innovative music discovery experience'
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FiiO's tasty turntable will illuminate your living room and beam to your Bluetooth speakers and headphones
Spotify's SongDNA is already a hit with early-access beta listeners
Users are already loving SongDNA for its in-depth song credits, and it's looking to be a handy new way to discover new artists.
'If anyone can make open earbuds work, it'd be Skullcandy': these new sports-specific buds could dethrone the Shokz — and cost half as much
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I'll never go back to just TV speakers after upgrading to a Sonos home theatre system — and this official sale is a great time to check out the difference for yourself
The Sonos March Madness sale is now live with up to 25% off a range of talented speakers and soundbars — I can't recommend them though, especially at these prices.
