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I grew up playing vinyl in the car. Can we do that again please?

By Jez Ford published 5 December 23

Dude, where's my carMignon?

Step inside the world's best home cinema – a 'church cloister' entrance, gold ceiling and 15,000W sound system

By Sound+Image published 5 November 23

'Surprise us!' was the minimalist brief from the owners. And Wavetrain Cinemas certainly did, building them an Australian home cinema judged to be the world's best in CEDIA's 2023 global awards.

Home cinema

The setting you should change to enjoy Netflix’s Tour De France: Unchained to the max

I changed one setting on Netflix’s Tour De France Unchained – and it brought the whole show to life

By Jez Ford published 13 June 23

Égalité, fraternité, they say, but the English and French soundtracks of Tour de France Unchained do not treat their audience equally.

Home cinema

Dolby Atmos music just went to another level, and I’ve never heard anything like it

By Jez Ford published 9 June 23

Medieval music in a big cathedral is not generally my first go-to for an evening listening session. But wow, now it is.

PSB Speakers: a brief history

By Jez Ford published 19 May 23

From a home-made violin – via Floyd Toole and Canada's National Research Council – to a a 50-year-strong speaker brand.

Will UWB change the world of headphones? Because Bluetooth can't

By Jez Ford published 8 March 23

Bluetooth cannot transmit lossless high-res audio. Ultra-Wideband can. Will it change the world of headphones?

Streaming

Hi-Fi

Pro-Ject Primary E1 turntable with a hand putting the needle on a vinyl

Best turntables 2024: top record players tested for every budget

By Kashfia Kabir last updated 4 July 24

Best Buys Treat your vinyl record collection with a brilliant budget turntable or a premium, high-end record player, all tested and rated by our experienced in-house reviewers.

Best Buys

A white Sonos Era 300 speaker on its stand next to a wooden countertop.

The best Sonos deals for 2024

By Joe Svetlik last updated 4 July 24

Deals All the biggest and best discounts on our favourite Sonos speakers and soundbars on one handy page.

Deals

A black Apple HomePod 2 on a white surface with its top panel visible.

Best Sonos alternatives 2024: multi-room music systems rated by experts

By Joe Svetlik last updated 4 July 24

Best Buys Sonos is the original, and one of the best, home wireless music systems – but there are alternatives worth considering.

Best Buys

Save a whopping £700 on this superb five-star Roksan amplifier

By Harry McKerrell last updated 4 July 24

The classic Roksan Caspian M2 is still one of the best integrated amplifiers we've tested, especially when it comes to its gorgeous, authoritative sonic delivery.

Hi-Fi

14 best prog rock tracks to test your hi-fi system

By Alastair Stevenson last updated 4 July 24

Our team of product experts detail the top prog rock tracks they use to test hi-fi and audio kit

Hi-Fi

The What Hi-Fi? Awards are back for 2024 – put these dates in your diary!

By Alastair Stevenson published 3 July 24

All the details on the fast-approaching 42nd What Hi-Fi? Awards.

Home cinema

Living with it: Sonos Arc long-term test

Sonos Arc long-term review: the highs and lows

By Jonathan Evans last updated 5 July 24

The Arc now has a software upgrade, another TV to play with – and some surround speakers added

Home cinema

The best Sonos deals for 2024

By Joe Svetlik last updated 4 July 24

Deals All the biggest and best discounts on our favourite Sonos speakers and soundbars on one handy page.

Deals

The ideal home cinema sound system may not be what you think it is

By Ketan Bharadia published 4 July 24

Traditional AV amplifiers and speaker packages sound great but there are more domestically acceptable alternatives.

Home cinema

Disney Plus tips and tricks: stream Marvel movies like a pro

The nine best musical movies to test your surround sound system

By Alastair Stevenson published 4 July 24

These are the top musical movies our reviewers use to test surround sound systems.

Home cinema

The Panasonic MZ2000 TV on a TV stand, with a line of elephants seen from above on screen.

Which TVs have the best sound (as well as great pictures)?

By Joe Svetlik published 4 July 24

TV speakers can be underwhelming, so which TVs break the mould and deliver high-quality audio?

TVs

14 ways to upgrade your home cinema without spending a fortune

By Becky Roberts last updated 4 July 24

Not ready to buy a new TV? Give your screen and sound performances a boost without breaking the bank.

TVs

Sonos Arc long-term review: the highs and lows

By Jonathan Evans last updated 5 July 24

The Arc now has a software upgrade, another TV to play with – and some surround speakers added

Home cinema

Which TVs have the best sound (as well as great pictures)?

By Joe Svetlik published 4 July 24

TV speakers can be underwhelming, so which TVs break the mould and deliver high-quality audio?

TVs

14 ways to upgrade your home cinema without spending a fortune

By Becky Roberts last updated 4 July 24

Not ready to buy a new TV? Give your screen and sound performances a boost without breaking the bank.

TVs

11 of the best Netflix movies in 4K, HDR and Dolby Atmos

By What Hi-Fi? last updated 3 July 24

From tense thrillers to zany comedies, here's are the best flicks on Netflix to test your TV and sound system.

TVs

Best Samsung S95D deals: get the lowest price on a five-star QD-OLED TV

By Ainsley Walker published 2 July 24

Samsung's new QD-OLED is one of the best new TVs available. Here's where to find all the best deals.

TVs

Wall-mounted TCL C641K in a modern marble living room

Don’t wait for Prime Day – get a 50-inch QLED TV for under £300 right now

By Ainsley Walker published 2 July 24

A solid £90 discount brings the TCL C641K down to its lowest-ever price.

TVs

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