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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By Tom Bedford Published
Sales figures prove open earbuds are here to stay — and as brands continue to improve sound quality while ditching extras to keep costs low, they're a win for us
By Dashiell Wood Published
The Logitech G Yeti 2 is the new successor to an iconic streaming microphone.

By Harry Padoan Published
Which noise cancelling headphones are better, the Sonos Ace Ultra or the Sony WH-1000XM6? I tested both side by side — here’s my verdict.

By Rowan Davies Published
From Taste Profile to Reserved, these are the biggest changes Spotify has made over the past few months.

By Simon Cocks Published
User replaceable batteries, svelte design, strong stamina and great sound? A five-star performance from Sennheiser

By Harry Padoan Published
I tested the JBL Live Flex 4 and found them to be an excellent pair of open-fit buds, with impressive sound quality, genuinely decent ANC, and even a smart charging case.

By Tom Bedford Published
Bose × Thom Browne QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) change the design of the Boses, and add a fair markup on top

By Becky Scarrott Published
Spin your shiny discs, then rip them to USB
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