Technology
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Streaming Hi-Res Audio At No Extra Cost? Yes Please
In the era of digital music, sound quality has often been overlooked in favour of convenience. Tidal Masters could be a best-of-both-worlds solution.
4 min |
April 2017
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Closed-Back Paradise
FOR Excellent detail resolution; even tonal balance; scale; buildAGAINST They demand quality electronics
4 min |
April 2017
what hi-fi sound and vision
apple music vs spotify - the main stream
the two giants of music streaming both offer exhaustive catalogues, competitively priced subscriptions and innovation at every turn, but which service should you choose – apple music or spotify?
8 min |
december 2016
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Go Big and Go Home
Who needs a four-figure 4K TV when you can have a 100in screen for less than a grand? As these three projectors show, you don’t need to break the bank to get a gloriously big, clear, punchy and entertaining picture in your home.
10+ min |
January 2017
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Freedom Fighters
Free yourself from the tyranny of TV schedulers! Amazon Instant Video and Netflix have changed our TV viewing habits for ever. They may take over your lives, but they’ll never take your freedom to binge on a boxset
9 min |
January 2017
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Can-Do Attitude
If you want music on the move but don’t fancy earbuds, these portable on-ears will rise to the challenge.
7 min |
April 2017
what hi-fi sound and vision
“ballet-slipper poise with iron-fist impact”
when we reviewed devialet’s remarkable silver phantom wireless speaker in 2015, we made many and various observations.
6 min |
february 2017
what hi-fi sound and vision
what's the best way to get 4k tv?
sky, virgin and bt are after your cash to provide you with ultra hd content in all its glory. but how does each service compare, and what’s the cost?
5 min |
february 2017
what hi-fi sound and vision
all the upgrades you'll ever need
bundled buds are all well and good, but the discerning listener – that’s you – wants something better. we’ve plugged in to eight in-ear options across the price spectrum to help you choose.
10+ min |
february 2017
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Stage Of Enlightenment
FOR Open full-bodied sound; fluid dynamics; MM and MCAGAINST Trades punch for sophistication
3 min |
April 2018
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Adding A Personal Touch
FOR Punchy bass; smooth treble; personalised soundAGAINST No active noise cancelling; lack of dynamism
4 min |
April 2018
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Slave To The Lack Of Rhythm
FOR Well built; plenty of usefulAGAINST Timing, dynamics
3 min |
April 2018
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
'A Focus On Overall Musicality And Cohesion'
FOR Clear presentation; bold and punchy soundAGAINST Nothing of note
4 min |
April 2018
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Virtues For All Your Devices
FOR Detailed, balanced sound; good battery life; versatileAGAINST Lacks a little dynamic subtlety and timing
3 min |
February 2018
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Detail, Clarity And Insight
FOR Loads of detail; spacious soundstage; variety of cablesAGAINST Disappointing dynamics; lots of cable noise
3 min |
February 2018
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
LG OLED55C7V £1800
FOR Awesome OLED picture; HDR support; neat designAGAINST Sound quality is no more than average
3 min |
February 2018
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
​Cambridge CXUHD £700
FOR Natural colours; detail; sound quality; upscalingAGAINST No streaming apps
3 min |
February 2018
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Modernity, Vintage Style
FOR Stylish design; lots of features; decent dynamics AGAINST Buttons could feel nicer; sound needs more detail
4 min |
March 2017
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Lenco L-85
FOR Enjoyable sound; user friendly; price; features AGAINST Rivals offer subtler, more dynamic sound
4 min |
March 2017
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A Huge Step Up In Performance
FOR Stunningly insightful and assured; punchy; agile; featuresAGAINST A backlit remote would be nice
6 min |
September 2017
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Tibo Goes Against The Grain
FOR Good amount of detail; portable; Alexa-compatibleAGAINST Doesn't compare with class leaders; bugs in app
3 min |
September 2017
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Tannoy Mercury 7.2
FOR Decent detail; easy to listen to; easy to accommodateAGAINST Poor balance; short on expression; poor timing
2 min |
September 2017
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Wharfedale Diamond 11.1
FOR Gorgeously insightful midrange; a lot of bass weightAGAINST Soft low end; timing and dynamics trail class leaders
2 min |
September 2017
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
'The Final Piece Of The Sonic Jigsaw Puzzle'
FOR Large, spacious sound; vast streaming supportAGAINST Tough competition; size won’t suit everyone
3 min |
March 2018
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
'A Thoroughly Good Tv Set'
FOR Natural colours; good 4K upscaling; Smart TV optionsAGAINST Image lacks punch; no Amazon Prime; UI is slow
3 min |
March 2018
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Mission LX-2
FOR Verve and insight; timing and dynamics; punchy; buildAGAINST Needs care in partnering; tough competition
3 min |
March 2018
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Q Acoustics 3020
FOR Exceptional refinement, insight and dynamics; buildAGAINST Absolutely nothing at this price
3 min |
March 2018
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
True Showstoppers…
FOR Fine timing; refined highs, punchy lows; noise-cancellingAGAINST Touchpad controls take a bit of practice
3 min |
November 2017
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
Like Part Of The Family
FOR Expressive and fun; flexible with positioningAGAINST Nothing of note at this price
5 min |
November 2017
What Hi-Fi Sound and Vision
An Elegant, All-Round Musical Performer
FOR Fine balance; good sense of timing; musical performanceAGAINST No built-in DAC; no DSD support
5 min |