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The Cambridge Audio Evo One at a 3/4s angle on a worktop in front of a pink background.

The Cambridge Audio Evo One is my new favorite wireless speaker after a month of testing it – here's why

By Josh Russell published

Glorious Hi-Res sound, astounding features and modern design make this wireless speaker really shine.

Wireless & Bluetooth Speakers
Sonus Faber Lumina II on a stone surface

I reviewed Sonus Faber's luminous Lumina II stereo speakers, and they're a winner for Italian-crafted sound and looks

By Simon Lucas published

Sonus Faber has added an entry-level alternative to its wide-ranging catalog of balanced, rewarding stereo speakers that deliver a detailed and engaging sound.

Speakers
JBL Tune 305C on block against pink background

I tested JBL's cheap USB-C wired earbuds with a built-in DAC for a week, and they're great value… with one design flaw

By Harry Padoan published

The JBL Tune 305C have impressive functionality, but their loose fit can cause a few issues.

Earbuds & Airpods
The Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Pro Edition on a shelf with a pink light on next to a music player.

I reviewed the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Pro wireless speaker, and this beauty is the best one-box wireless speaker you can get for this price

By Simon Lucas published

Big, expansive sound from a one-box speaker with an iconic design

Speakers
Master & Dynamic ME05 on block against pink background

I tested these re-released classic wired earbuds with dual USB-C and 3.5mm connectivity for a week, and now I’m thinking of ditching my Bluetooth pair

By Harry Padoan published

The re-released Master & Dynamic ME05 are an outstanding pair of wired earbuds with style to match their super sound quality.

Earbuds & Airpods
Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Plus against pink background

The Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Plus is a bass-heavy Bluetooth speaker that I love for blasting party bangers

By Harry Padoan published

The Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Plus is a nice upgrade on its standard-sized sibling, but it’s a tad short of greatness.

Wireless & Bluetooth Speakers
The Panasonic RB-M600 on a green sheet

Panasonic RB-M600 review: budget headphones with great battery life

By Tom Bedford published

The Panasonic RB-M600 are cheap over-ear headphones with a really useful feature and some welcome extras.

Wireless Headphones
The Sony LinkBuds Speaker on a shelf beside a bed.

I reviewed Sony's LinkBuds Speaker, and it's the Bluetooth speaker that best fits into my real home life, thanks to unique features

By Tom Bedford published

A speaker is for life, not just for parties

Wireless & Bluetooth Speakers
Meze Audio 105 AER headphones in a hi-fi testing room, on gray background

Meze Audio 105 AER open-backed headphones are a lesson to high-end audio brands: you can let us mere mortals in on it too

By Simon Lucas published

A tale in which Meze Audio, pace-setters where high-end headphones are concerned, decides to drop some of its talent on us mere mortals who exist in the mainstream...

Headphones
Gadhouse Duke & Roy turntable and powered wireless speaker stereo system

I tested the Gadhouse Duke & Roy turntable system and it sounded like warm milk – and not in a good way… 

By Simon Lucas published

The Gadhouse Duke & Roy turntable and powered speakers sound system struggles sonically, to the extent that all the kit still isn't really worth the affordable price.

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