Hi-fi

Hi-fi is a broad term used to describe most consumer audio equipment concerned with the reproduction and playback of music. Hi-fi comes in many forms, most predominantly all-in-one systems that play radio, CD and other sources through a pair of speakers, or in separate systems where CD, radio and amplifying components are sold separately, providing a superior sound and giving you the option to customise your system.

System review: Denon DP300 turntable

System review: Denon DP300 turntable

Today we are looking at that most important of products for vinyl listening – the turntable. And where better to start than with one of the very oldest hifi companies, Japan’s ‘Denon’ – a brand that began life in 1910! …read more

Product review: REL T/5x subwoofer

Product review: REL T/5x subwoofer

When it comes to subwoofers the word ‘subtle’ doesn’t usually come to mind. Often the assumption is they are large boxes that rattle the room. Therefore it is the measure of a good subwoofer to break this stereotype. Enter the …read more

Hi-Fi explained: Speakers

Hi-Fi explained: Speakers

We’ve previously explained the general science behind the amplifier that sits at the heart of your hi-fi system, as well as the sources that you might plug into it. Now, we focus on the last piece of the puzzle; speakers! …read more

Hi-Fi explained: Sources

Hi-Fi explained: Sources

We previously looked at how amplifiers work and why they are the first stop in your hi-fi system. Now we’ll have a quick look at some of the most popular sources you can connect up to get your music into …read more

Product review: DALI Opticon 2 MK 2 speakers

Product review: DALI Opticon 2 MK 2 speakers

In my experience, DALI have been synonymous with a clarity and performance that few can match. They have proven this throughout their entire range from the Spektor 1 to Rubicon 6‘s that I have had the fortune of listening to …read more