What HIFI?

JBL Tour Pro 3

What Hi-Fi? Verdict JBL’s flagship wireless earbuds put in a very commendable performance in the face of some serious opposition. They boast plenty of useful features and back this up with a solid, engaging sound Pros + Solid, precise sound + Spacious presentation + Plenty of tip options + Clever features Cons – Class leaders… Read more

Copland CTA407

What Hi-Fi? Verdict Copland’s CTA407 is a fuss-free valve amplifier. It is well made, decently equipped and sounds lovely Pros + Balanced, expressive and composed performance + Fuss-free in use + Good phono stage + A pleasure to use Cons – Up against some tough competition – Needs care in speaker matching – No headphone… Read more

Electrocompaniet Rena SA2

Sound+Image Verdict Streaming hi-fi made easy, while retaining high-quality hi-fi performance. Well done the Norwegians. Pros + Great sound for a zone player + Neat and luxury design + Excellent app + Speaker processing Cons – No analogue inputs – Phoenix speaker connections – Remote control clicks by default Why you can trust What Hi-Fi?… Read more

Apple iPhone 16

What Hi-Fi? Verdict The iPhone 16 isn’t a major upgrade over the 15, but its subtle picture upgrades and top-notch sound make it a five-star handset. Pros + Rich and detailed picture + Excellent sound performance + Plenty of “Pro” features on this regular model Cons – AI features missing at launch – Camera Control… Read more

SVS Ultra Evolution Tower

What Hi-Fi? Verdict We admire SVS’s ambition with the Ultra Evolution Towers but the sonic results are too mixed to earn a recommendation Pros + Ambitious design + Agile and crisp presentation + Expressive dynamics and impressive bass punch + High perceived value Cons – Lack of refinement and even tonality – That bass punch… Read more

TCL C655K (55C655K)

What Hi-Fi? Verdict The 55C655K rocks a promising feature count for a crazily low price but falls at the most important hurdle Pros + Great feature count for its money + Strong audio performance + Comprehensive HDR support Cons – Dolby Vision bug – Sub-par contrast – Dirty screen effect Why you can trust What… Read more

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024)

What Hi-Fi? Verdict Bose’s entry-level ANC earbuds display many talents, from their powerful, entertaining sound to their impressive customisation options and solid noise-cancelling skills. An excellent option for the money Pros + Comfortable fit + Good battery life + Solid, musical sound + Good noise cancelling ability… Cons – …but not as good as the… Read more

KEF Q Concerto Meta

What Hi-Fi? Verdict KEF’s Q Concerto Meta are grown-up all-rounders that deliver a top-class performance for the money Pros + Nicely balanced presentation + Impressive bass weight and power + Wide listening sweet spot + Solid build and finish Cons – Up against some tough competition Why you can trust What Hi-Fi? Our expert team… Read more

Panasonic Z95A (TV-65Z95A)

What Hi-Fi? Verdict Panasonic’s second MLA OLED is one of its best, offering punchy peak brightness without sacrificing the brand’s ‘as the director intended’ authenticity Pros + Incredibly bright + Good sound (for TV speakers) + Natural and authentic picture Cons – Some colour volume issues at low brightness – Still beaten for sound by… Read more

Q Acoustics 3020c

What Hi-Fi? Verdict The 3020c are a satisfying pair of standmounts, delivering a detailed, clear sound with plenty of taut bass. A greater sense of drama wouldn’t hurt, though Pros + Clear, detailed sound + Controlled, taut bass reproduction + Nicely built and finished Cons – Class leaders offer a more involving listen – Rhythms… Read more

Bush UT24SB (50UT24SB)

What Hi-Fi? Verdict The Bush 50UT24SB’s TiVo and Freely smarts prove a formidable combination – and they’re backed up by surprisingly competent picture quality Pros + Excellent two-tier smart features + Good picture quality for the money + Low input lag for gaming Cons – Very limited viewing angles – Dark scenes look a little… Read more

These luxury headphones promise “the ultimate audiophile experience” – but can they beat their 5-star Focal rival?

News Headphones (Image credit: Shanling) Chinese audio brand Shanling has announced the launch of its big bucks HW600 wired open-back headphones. Designed to “deliver the ultimate audiophile listening experience” while setting a “new benchmark in the audio industry”, the HW600, combine cutting-edge acoustic tech with a classic retro design in a bid to tempt would-be… Read more

B&W’s upgraded Zeppelin Pro wireless speaker aims to take an icon to new heights

News Hi-Fi (Image credit: Bowers & Wilkins) Bowers & Wilkins is putting a fresh spin on an icon. The B&W Zeppelin has become one of the most recognisable wireless speakers around, forging a stellar reputation thanks to its expansive, open presentation and unmistakable, blimp-shaped form. Now, the mini-airship is getting a well-due upgrade, and it… Read more

Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation

What Hi-Fi? Verdict The AirPods 4 with ANC cram in so many flagship features with effective sound-blocking and improved sound at this mid-range price – they’re a no-brainer for Apple fans Pros + Clean, detailed, agile, powerful sound + Impressive ANC effect for an ‘open’ design + Compact, lightweight and comfortable design + Extensive feature… Read more

Cambridge Audio EXN100

What Hi-Fi? Verdict Cambridge Audio has refined its streaming experience even further with the elevated, refined, features-packed EXN100 that remains pleasingly slick and easy to use Pros + Remarkably clear, open and controlled sound + Refined and detailed presentation + Expansive stereo imaging + Exhaustive streaming features + HDMI input + Lovely to use Cons… Read more