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Systems vs separates

Speaker systems are in danger of killing budget hi-fi separates, but can they coexist? Managing editor WHF UK Becky Roberts certainly hopes so

Whatever happened to the budget stereo amplifier market?

Technical editor WHF UK Ketan Bharadia laments a real gap in the market

GO FORTH AND AMPLIFY

If you want to assemble a great-sounding system of affordable hi-fi separates, finding the right amp is critical. Allow us to help you on your journey

R.I.P. THE AUX INPUT

The aux input is dead and awaiting burial...but we miss it already

Everything you need to know about Auracast

The revolutionary Bluetooth audio-sharing tech that promotes personal audio experiences in public spaces

AWOL Vision LTV-3500 Pro

This new, premium UST laser projector makes 100in TVs feel puny

Rega Fono Mini A2D Mk2

A low-key restyle coupled to the same excellent performance

KEF LSX II LT

Lower price, fewer features, but still absolutely excellent

7 Of The Quirkiest Hi-Fi And Home Cinema Products On The Planet

Enough of the serious stuff, time for some oddballs...

SCREEN STARS

These systems pick from the cream of the AV crop to provide the most immersive experience possible

Wire we waiting?

These high-end headphones will provide a real treat for your ears-maybe it's time to upgrade

5 SIMPLE DEMO STEPS TO HELP YOU REACH HI-FI SYSTEM NIRVANA

Choosing the right hi-fi kit can be tricky. We reveal how to audition and compare components with confidence

TEAMING WITH TALENT

With so many great hi-fi products on sale, matching them up can be tough. So we have done it for you

COMPACT DISC'S STAR HAS FADED, BUT WE LOVE IT ANYWAY

What Hi-Fi? explains why the original silver music disc still appeals

Sennheiser Accentum Wireless

The Accentum sound solid enough, but they're hardly a thrilling listen

iPad Pro 12.9 6th Gen

The best tablet for movies and music is now even better

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

Out with the old Bose and in with the new

Q Acoustics 5040 Home Cinema Package

Want to inject some energy into your home cinema sound? Look no further

TELEVISIONS

As TV tech marches on, 2023’s sets are seriously impressive visual wonders

DACs

Digital-to-analogue converters are often overlooked, but the best ones can transform your system's sound

TURNTABLES

Whether you're buying new records or dusting off old ones, these great players will do your vinyl justice

MUSIC STREAMERS

Want to add music streaming to your hi-fi system? These dedicated streamers are simply sensational

WIRELESS HEADPHONES

With active noise-canceling other sonic tech moving at a rapid pace, this is a fascinating category

CD PLAYERS

If you're still hanging on to your beloved CDs, they will sparkle when played through these

WIRELESS SPEAKERS

Out and about or listening at home, these speakers are versatile, talented and sound great

SMARTPHONES

The best handheld phones for watching movies and playing music on the go

TABLETS

These are the best portable devices for watching movies and listening to music on the go

PORTABLE MUSIC PLAYER

This portable device will bring hi-fi quality to your music, wherever you feel like taking it

WIRED HEADPHONES

For the true audiophile, these expressive wired headphones will enhance your listening experience

How To Be Good At Everything

All-in-one stereo speaker systems used to be about - now they are about excellence compromise