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Back in the home town of Mumbai, this year's What Hi Fi Show was a massive success. With new launches from BenQ, Q Acoustics and some new entrants in the market like Swedish brand Borressen, there was plenty to take in. And like clock work we have brought you the full report. So if you missed the What Hi Fi Show here's what went down!

In this issue of What Hi Fi India we bring you the latest launches from some of the biggest brands in the industry straight from CES. If you missed the show these few pages will tell you what's new and upcoming in the world of televisions. We also put our favourite speaker packages head to head and the winner will surprise you. All that and much more in the next issue of What Hi Fi India.

From the perfectly curated Hi-Fi system that covers the basics, to the most elaborate home-theatre hub, this edition of your favorite home-entertainment digest has it all. Just sit back and enjoy the selection and oh yes, prepare to make space on your rack for upgrades!

In this edition of What Hi Fi India we compile a list of the best floorstanders and standmounters that will rock your world without rocking your bank account! We also bring to you three of the top streamers in the industry and there is a clear winner to take home! All that and much more in the next issue of What Hi Fi India!

It's the end of the year dear What Hi Fi readers and that means it's time to round up all of the greatest high end products to grace our test desk and christen the ones worthy! This year's What Hi Fi winners will surprise you as they did us! These are the best of the best in the world of hifi....

If you missed the WHAT HI FI SHOW 2023 in Bengaluru, this edition is your gateway into it. There were big launches and announcements made, rooms full of audio visual wizardry and to conclude, a very happy audience! But that's not all, we also have compiled a test of the best All In One systems that money can buy and the new BenQ V5000i that was launched at the show is put to test! All that and more in the next issue of What Hi Fi India!

In this issue of What Hi Fi India we bring to you the best OLED tellies across the budget range and in different size options! We also throw in our favourite pick of budget AVRs that will rock your home-theatre and not your wallet. If you want something more minimalist then we have Dolby enabled soundbars to choose from as well. We also test the new Sony WF-1000XM5 in-ears and take the new Optoma L1+ short-throw projector for a spin! We've been busy! Keep reading for more.

In this edition of What Hi Fi India we have for you the very best of kit that is specifically selected without keeping the price tag in mind. It's called 'Temptations' for a reason and the products here live up to the name! So weather you can afford it or not, here's a treat for your senses. And if you can afford it, invite us over for lunch. See you at the WHAT HI FI SHOW in Bengaluru. Keep reading for more.

In this edition of What Hi Fi India we curate a list of the best picks of hi fi kit that won't break the bank! We also curate three special systems that are ultra affordable and sound beautiful when put together. Apart from that we have a special feature straight from Silicone Valley that tells you all about the Apple Vision Pro. All that and much more in the next issue of What Hi Fi India.

In this special issue of What Hi Fi India we pay tribute to the contribution of the Brits to the hi fi industry. We celebrate by curating a list of selected British systems put together across the budget range along with some special features marking the best innovations that the world has seen thanks to the brains of the Brits. So make yourself a cup of tea and settle in with a few biscuits!

The biggest AV Expo just concluded and if you missed attending this year's What Hi Fi Show we have you covered with what went down at the event. With the mighty Focal Grande Utopia Evo M as this year's Showstopper visitor's knew what to expect... We also had a special room dedicated for the headphone enthusiasts among you. Don't miss the next show!  We are only growing.

In this edition of What Hi Fi India we go back to the heart of any system and chalk up a list of some of the best amplifiers under a lakh and a half. There's one for everyone in our list. For those more into private listening we've curated a list of the best wired headphones for the purest audio experience that money can buy. A special show preview also awaits your eyes. If you haven't already register yourself at whathifi.in and visit us at the What Hi Fi Show 2023.

It's the most difficult time of the year at the What Hi Fi HQ when we pick out the best of the best. Heated debates, careful consideration and a whole lot of careful listening brings to the forefront the best of the best in the world of hi-fi. Here's the What Hi Fi 2022 Award winners.

In this edition of What Hi Fi India we go back to the basics and bring to you a lineup of some of the most well suited floorstanders and standmounters you should consider if you're looking for an upgrade or starting fresh. We also test the new Apple Home Pod and give you an insight into why the Airport Pro 2 sound so good. All that and more. Keep reading

In this month's issue we offer up the best cartridges across the budget range to liven up your trusty vinyl player. If you like your music to be more personal we also have lined up a list of the top wireless premium headphones on offer. All that and more in the next issue of What Hi Fi India.

In this month's What Hi Fi issue we bring to you the best independent systems you can have that don't need effort or space. There's All-in-one speaker box systems that you need to plug and play, then there's one-box systems which give you the option to add speakers of your liking and if none of these appeal to you, we also have a curated list of AV systems across the budget range! You can have a great sounding system for as little as Rs. 35,000! Don't believe us? Read on!

In this very special Christmas edition of What Hi Fi India we raise the bar by bringing you the best Soundbars for every budget. We also pit the latest Project turntable against a classic from Rega and to finish the year in style, there's a group test of the best earbuds money can buy. Here's wishing you and making sure you have a happy new year! Keep reading.

In this month's very special edition we celebrate our anniversary by bringing you the best of the best from the world of hi fi! When money is no object, these are the products that should be sitting in your media room! We also test the latest OLED from LG and a very intricate piece of engineering from Chord! All that and more in the next issue of What Hi Fi India.

Inflation and the increase in cost of living should not compromise your consumption of sweet quality sound. That's exactly why in this issue we've compiled an extensive list of individual products that sound downright beautiful when paired into a system. Here's everything you need to get sweet sound at an affordable price. We also test the latest Arcam AVR30 and some TWS Buds from Beats. All that and more in the next issue of What Hi Fi India.

In this month's issue of What Hi Fi India we've curated some of the best components you need to create your perfect home cinema. There's soundbars, there's speaker packages, AV receivers, and projectors that will make your eyes feel joy! We also have a very special projector tested that breaks the realm of possibilities in its category - the Optoma Cinema X D2. All that and more in the next issue of What Hi Fi India! Keep reading!

This edition of What Hi Fi India is specially curated for those of you who want to enjoy the finest of hi-fi but don't have the space for it! We have curated a list of bookshelves that won't take much space but will cover all of it with their sound. Still not sold? There's a list of all-in-one systems that come in just one box and deliver on all sonic fronts. We also test the latest QD-OLED from Sony and pit the LG flagship TVs against one another. All that and more in the next issue of What Hi Fi India!

In this very special edition of What Hi Fi India we take you down memory lane and curate some of the best CD players the world of hi fi currently has to offer. Not a fan of CDs? Well we have also curated a list of the top streamers and streaming services for those who like it over the air. All that and a lot more in the next edition of What Hi Fi India!

In this special edition of What Hi Fi India we bring to you the full show report! If you missed the What Hi Fi Show 2022, here's all you need to know. Many new launches, many new award winners and a whole lot of new products. That's not all though. We also curated a Streaming Special for you to enjoy. All this and much more in the next issue of What Hi Fi India!

In this issue of What Hi Fi India we bring you a cool collection of a blast from the past and compile a list of the best turntables that you can get at every step of the budget. There's also a guide that teaches you how to hunt for vinyls and select the best ones of the lot! We also tell you all about the upcoming What Hi Fi Show 2022 and why you should be there (like you need a reason). We test the latest from Bose, Sony and many more. Keep reading and do visit the WHAT HI FI SHOW 2022!

In this edition of What Hi Fi India we take the best of both, standmounters and floorstanders in a round up that won't bust your wallet. We also test the Vu Materpiece TV and have a chat with the CEO of Vu to know more behind the brand. All that and much more in the next edition of What Hi Fi India.

It has been delayed but the most awaited issue is here and it covers the best products in the world of hi fi. We have over 100 awards winners each deserving their spot on the top. Competition was fierce and here are the 2021 What Hi Fi Award winners!

In this issue of What Hi Fi we make audio personal! A compiled list of the best over ear headphones across the budget range is something every audiophile at any level appreciates and that's what you have here. We also take a look at the best speaker packages under Rs. 2 lakh for the home theater enthusiasts who have just dipped their toes in the world of surround. We also test the latest from Samsung and a very special product from Como Audio. Read on.

It's the new year and what better way to hit it off than to compile a collection of some of the best kit that blends together. We have put together something for everyone in our cover story compiled of the best systems your money can buy for every genre of listener. We also review the latest from Loewe, Sennheiser and a lot more.

In this very special issue of What Hi Fi we celebrate our 45th International birthday! We have rounded up the top 45 products of the last 45 years that we have reviewed. Two of the best all in one streamer systems also go head to head and we test Jabra's latest TWS in-ears. Here's wishing you a happy and healthy new year! Keep reading and get those festive records spinning.

It's been 17 years and the hi-fi scene has never shown more promise. For this very special edition we tug at the heart strings and mend souls. We have curated a list of the best amplifiers that pump the life into your system and another list of soul-stirring speakers. We drop the verdict on Apple's latest iPhone 13 and take a trip down memory lane with the latest wireless speaker from Aiwa. All that and more in the next issue of What Hi Fi India. Thank you for being a part of this journey! Keep reading.

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