What Hi-Fi? Sound and Vision is the world's leading independent guide to buying and owning hi-fi and home cinema products. Our comprehensive tests help you buy the best equipment for your cash, with the magazine's advice sections giving you step-by-step information on how to get even more from your music and movies.
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OUR PRODUCTS OF THE YEAR
Sony KD-48A9 • At last, the magical synergy of an LG OLED panel and Sony’s picture-processing tech is available on a 48-inch screen
Audiolab 6000A Play • If you’ve got a good streamer and a good amp, why not combine them?
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Evo • Evolution is the word, as the Debut range comes of age
JVC DLA-N5 • JVC delivers yet another high-performing premium projector
Samsung UE43TU7100 • Having the operating system from the company’s flagship TVs bodes well for this budget Samsung
Google Nest Audio • Google might be doing its bit to make our lives easier – and more sustainable – but what about the sound quality?
KEF LS50 Meta • KEF’s exciting new technology helps these standmounters set new standards at the price
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AWARDS 2020
WIRELESS HEADPHONES • Huge technological advances and keen competition add up to a real bonanza for the buyer in this sector
IN-EAR HEADPHONES • Sound quality is key, of course, but we’re also looking here for comfort, ease of use and compatibility
PORTABLE MUSIC PLAYERS • Music on-the-go doesn’t have to be less than hi-fi quality with one of these portable music players
AUDIO FILE FORMATS EXPLAINED • From low-quality MP3 files to hi-res FLAC or WAV, here we explain what each format actually is
SMARTPHONES • The smartphone has become an essential bit of hi-fi kit – it’s now a multi-media hub for film and music lovers
TABLETS • Intended for work or gaming, the tablet is an ideal portable device for music and movies
VIDEO STREAMERS • If you’re after the best 4K content around in an easy to use format, try a video streamer
ON-EAR HEADPHONES • In-ear buds have their place, but for longer listening sessions there’s no substitute for the comfort of the wraparound variety
WIRELESS SPEAKERS • Whether out and about or a permanent fixture at home, these multi-talented devices provide versatility as well as great sound
RADIOS • The original wireless has come a full circle and transformed into a thoroughly modern music box
CD PLAYERS • If you treasure your CD collection, the good news is that there are still plenty of fine CD players around
MUSIC STREAMERS • Want some streaming action, but not ready to consign your other sources to the bin? This could be one solution
THE BEST HI-RES ALBUMS ON TIDAL MASTERS • Our pick of the releases that benefit the most from being heard on the uncompressed streaming format
STREAMING SERVICES • Have millions of music tracks and films at your fingertips with a streaming service
TURNTABLES • Even in an era of hi-res music, nothing matches the sound of vinyl, nor these superb record players
THE BEST-SOUNDING VINYL RECORDS • These records sound so good on vinyl that we can’t help but spin them every time
DACs • Don’t judge them by their size – these compact devices can transform your system’s sound
AFFORDABLE WAYS TO UPGRADE YOUR HI-FI SYSTEM
STEREO AMPLIFIERS • Our top amp retains its crown from last year, but one or two talented newcomers have muscled their way into the amplification hall of fame
AFFORDABLE WAYS TO UPGRADE YOUR HI-FI SYSTEM
STEREO SPEAKERS • From budget standmounters to premium floorstanders, these are the...