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In-ear headphones | £179 | View offers whf.cm/LinkBudsFit There’s a lot in a name. The sharp-minded among you may have realised that a pair of earbuds with the word ‘fit’ in the title are serving up a rather droll double meaning. Discounting the likelihood that the term can be interpreted as referring to physical attractiveness, the word in this instance pertains to the ‘fit’ of the earbuds in your ears and – get this – pursuits that involve physical fitness. So, these are wireless earbuds designed to give you a comfortable and secure experience as you go about your daily life and, when the time comes for you to don your best workout gear, help you achieve your fitness aspirations. Sitting solidly in the crowded mid-range price realm occupied by…

Wireless speaker | £349 | View offers whf.cm/MusicFrame The Music Frame is Samsung’s attempt to blend audio and lifestyle – a wireless speaker that doubles as a picture frame. It can be hung on the wall or set on a table, and you can play music wirelessly through it. At the time of writing the Music Frame costs £349, which is still far more than we would have anticipated, and it does mean our expectations of quality and execution are high. Wireless speaker rivals at around this level include the Sonos Era 300 (£449) and Audio Pro C20 (£450) – both five-star products. Construction feels sturdy and robust, and it is rather heavy at 5.9kg. The wall mount kit and instructions are helpfully included, and the stand is also easy…

Streaming system | £999 | View offers whf.cm/RN_800A If you were to see Yamaha’s R-N800A on a hi-fi rack it would be easy to assume that it was simply another one of the company’s slightly retro-looking but ever-so-classy stereo amplifiers. At first glance, there isn’t anything to suggest otherwise. Power it up, though, and the small but crisp display hidden in the black band along the base of the front panel reveals there is more. The R-N800A is a just-add-speakers streaming system, or a streaming amplifier, if you prefer. It packs a UPnP streaming module that works with Yamaha’s long-running MusicCast app and does pretty much what you would expect from such a product. It will play music from a NAS unit and includes the expected streaming services (Spotify Connect, Tidal…

1 Klipsch R60-M £425 American loudspeaker brand Klipsch is introducing a new model to its affordable Reference range of stereo speakers. The R60-M sits above the existing R40-M and R50-M models and is set to be a versatile pair of bookshelf units – well suited in a hi-fi set-up, or paired with other models in the Reference lineup to create a home cinema surround-sound system. Klipsch promises a “big, full-range sound” from a pair of units with a relatively small footprint. Each speaker features a 25mm aluminium ‘Linear Travel Suspension’ tweeter that aims to minimise distortion, as well as a single 16cm spun-copper TCP woofer. On the outside, you will find a black textured-vinyl finish contrasting nicely with the trademark Klipsch copper accents. • whf.cm/Kilpsch_R_60M 2 Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED Mini…

There was a time when the budget stereo amplifier market was bursting at the seams – there was so much choice, so many brands offering truly budget integrateds (we’re talking £200 and under) to suit all home hi-fi needs and systems. It’s a shrinking landscape in these modern times, however, but that doesn’t mean the quality has lessened in any way. These four entry-level stereo amplifiers prove just how talented these separates are and, while the ‘budget’ price point has climbed northwards, these are talented offerings that belie their still modest price tags. Which amplifier is best for you does depend on your system’s needs and your personal tastes. The Cambridge, Marantz and Rotel are all traditional, full-width sizes that will fit on any decent hi-fi rack; but if you’re squeezed…

■ Turntable package ■ £6800 ■ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Chances are, you have seen a Michell GyroDec turntable before. The iconic turntable from the 1980s, with its spinning brass weights in a suspended design and distinctive engineering remains, even today, a hallmark of British turntable design. You’ve probably seen it in films. At trade shows or in magazines. Steve Jobs had one. The classic Michell GyroDec has been in production since the 1980s, but nearly every element has been redesigned to a more sophisticated level over the years. The model we have on test here is the Michell Gyro SE. ‘SE’ Stands for ’Spider Edition’ and instead of the full-sized, rectangular plinth design seen in the standard GyroDec, this more compact and more affordable Gyro SE uses a…

View offers whf.cm/BBStereoAmps Stereo amps up to £500 Rega io £379 Best stereo amplifier under £400, Awards 2021 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Those who are happy with a no-fuss, purely analogue amp and w ho prioritise entertainment should arguably consider the io their number one choice. Power 30W Inputs Line-in x2, MM Outputs Headphone NAD D 3020 V2 £399 September 2018 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A likeable effort that features a full-bodied sonic performance with fine timing and dynamics and lots of useful features.  Power 30W Inputs Line-in x3, MM, optical, coaxial, BT Outputs Headphone Rotel A8 £399 Best stereo amplifier under £500, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A fuss-free, well-built product that sets an enviable standard for sound quality at this level. The A8’s understated…

Read more at… www.whathifi.com/features Turntables might not be cutting-edge tech, but for their look and feel – not to mention thrillingly articulate analogue sound – you can’t beat them. The only thing your record collection lacks is portability, but there is a way to take those LPs with you What do you need? The basic building blocks are: a turntable, a phono stage, an analogue-to-digital converter with USB output, and a computer with suitable recording software. There are turntables that come with a phono stage, analogue-to-digital converter and USB output built in. But most are at the budget end and focus on getting the job done rather than doing it particularly well. Your recordings won’t necessarily reflect the quality of sound possible from your records, though Audio Technica’s AT-LP5 and…

View offers whf.cm/BBTurntables £150 to £300 Pro-Ject Primary E £199 Best turntable under £200, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Pro-Ject has revised a budget deck to nail the under £150 market – and has succeeded on every front. Speed 33⅓, 45rpm Size (hwd) 11 x 42 x 33cm Audio Technica AT-LP3 £199 Best turntable under £200, Awards 2017 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A fully automatic turntable that doesn’t scrimp on performance, this is the ideal entry-level deck for those looking to dip their ‘vinyl toes’ in. Speed 33⅓, 45rpm Size (hwd) 13 x 44 x 35cm Rega Planar 1 £299 Best turntable £200-£500, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This revamped entry-level deck from Rega doesn’t sound anything like an entry-level deck. Pleasingly solid, accurate and…

View offers whf.cm/BBHomeCinemaAmps £500 to £2000 Sony TA-AN1000 £999 Best home cinema amplifier under £1500, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Sony has delivered an AV amp that has reignited the same excitement that we felt with its last model, here with additional dynamics, scale and accuracy. Power 7 x 85W Dolby Atmos Yes HDMI in/out 6/2 Denon AVC-X3800H £1499 Best home cinema amplifier over £2000, Awards 2022 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Despite being more expensive than its predecessor, the AVC-X3800H’s updated feature spec and new and improved sound make it an excellent buy. Power 9 x 105W Dolby Atmos Yes HDMI in/out 6/3 Yamaha RX-A6A £2299 October 2022 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ With its exhaustive feature set, this is the ‘choose-your-own adventure’ of AVRs, with a…

View offers whf.cm/BBSoundbars Up to £500 Sony HT-S2000 £349 May 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ If you want clearer, more dynamic and direct sound from your TV at a price that won’t put you off, then this Sony really is an easy sell. Size (hwd) 6.4 x 80 x 12cm Inputs Optical, HDMI eARC Sub No Sonos Beam (Gen 2) £449 Best soundbar under £500, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A compact soundbar that pumps out an exceptional sound for its size and price. Now with Dolby Atmos capabilities. Impressive. Size (hwd) 7 x 65 x 10cm Inputs Optical, HDMI ARC, AirPlay Sub No £500 to £1000 Dali Katch One £649 Best soundbar £500-£1000, Awards 2018 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Great for music, even better for…

View offers whf.cm/BBTelevisions Up to 43in LG OLED42C4 £999 Best 40-43in TV and Best gaming TV, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The 42in LG C4 is the best small OLED TV money can buy right now, delivering a wonderfully punchy, immersive viewing experience. Type OLED HDMI 4 Resolution 4K Operating system webOS24 “The C4 delivers brilliant peaks. Contrast levels are wide and impactful, and movements look wonderfully smooth” 48in to 50in Amazon Fire Omni QLED £450  Best budget 48-50in TV, Awards 2023 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Budget TVs are hard to get right, but the 50in Omni QLED succeeds thanks to a consistent, considered performance and impressive feature set. Type QLED HDMI 4 Resolution 4K ARC/eARC eARC “A surprisingly consistent and considered performer that provides a very satisfying…

View offers whf.cm/BBCartridges Cartridges Goldring E3 £90 Best cartridge under £100, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This is a wonderfully balanced and entertaining moving magnet cartridge that will work well with a wide range of record players. Type MM Tracking weight 2.0g “The sound it delivers is clear, informative and fun. We can’t ask much more than that” Sumiko Rainier £160 Best cartridge £100-£250, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This Sumiko is a little gem. Set it up with care and have a little patience, and you’ll find this to be one of the best performers anywhere near this price. Type MM Tracking weight 1.8-2.2g (2.0g recommended) “Get in some hours of use and the presentation blooms into something that’s surprisingly musical and engaging” Ortofon Quintet…

Soundbar | £999 | View offers whf.cm/SonosArcUltra After some months (if not years) of speculation, the replacement for the Sonos Arc is finally here. The Sonos Arc Ultra (aka the Sonos Arc 2) looks very much like its predecessor, but Sonos has some seriously bold claims for its new Dolby Atmos soundbar’s features and performance, saying that it features ‘breakthrough’ speaker technology and “up to double the bass” of the original Arc. Bold claims then. But, after more than a week of comprehensive, comparative testing, we can confirm that the Arc Ultra is very impressive indeed. The Sonos Arc Ultra, which hit shops on 29th October, is officially priced at £999. That makes the Arc Ultra £100 more expensive than the official price of the original Arc, but it’s worth mentioning…

OLED TV | £3899 | View offers whf.cm/Panasonic_Z95A The Z95A is Panasonic’s latest flagship OLED TV, and the second from the brand to feature What Hi-Fi? Award-winning, brightness-boosting Micro Lens Array (MLA) screen tech. Does it do enough to make it big in one of the world’s most competitive markets where Sony, Samsung, LG and more are already established? Based on our testing the answer is a definitive ‘yes’ – although you will have to pay a premium for the privilege of owning one. The Panasonic Z95A is available in only two sizes, 55 and 65 inches. If you want any larger you will have to look at the 77in Z93A, which doesn’t have MLA. At launch, the 65in model being tested cost £3899, but we have since seen it…

Projector | £499 | View offers whf.cm/BenQ_GV31 We have recently seen all kinds of weird and wonderful designs as manufacturers try to find original ways to cater for the ‘movies anywhere’ projector market. No convenience-focused projector we have seen, though, has looked like BenQ’s GV31. Its mostly circular shape slots vertically into a simple desktop cradle, within which it can be rotated through 135 degrees to show images on either a wall or – get this, lazy home cinema fans – ceiling. Perhaps the closest projector rival to the GV31 right now, in the sense that it also sits in a cradle within which it can be rotated through (actually more than) 135 degrees, is Samsung’s barrel-shaped, but much smaller and more portable, The Freestyle. The GV31 features an upright…

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In today’s modern hi-fi landscape, amplifiers have resorted to playing a game of hide and seek. You will find amplifiers hidden inside wireless speakers and active speakers, inside all-in-one music systems, and combined with streamers and CD players – or even bundled inside a turntable. If it’s possible to fold more components into fewer boxes (or even one) to meet the demands of those who want a great music system but not stacks of black boxes taking up space in their lovely homes, then an amplifier is one of the first boxes to get hidden away. An all-in-one system keeps things neat and tidy, while wireless speakers are no doubt convenient and popular. However, for those of us who prefer to prioritise ultimate sound quality over lifestyle aesthetics, there is merit…

You get what you pay for, right? Well, yes – in one sense. But equally, if you take the time to look around, you can sometimes end up with a quality product that gives you everything you want for not very much money at all. Nowhere is that more true than in the world of large-screen TVs. That land is largely populated by big-name products whose price tags tend to match their dimensions; but travel just a little further in and the landscape changes. Here you will discover a cluster of very capable large-screen tellies for bargain-basement prices. Surely there’s a catch though? Not really. The best of these screens have 4K resolution with all the available HDR (High Dynamic Range) formats as well as full smart capability for access…

View offers whf.cm/BBCDPlayers Up to £1000 Marantz CD6007 £379 Best CD player under £500, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No one can accuse Marantz of pushing the boundaries on the CD6007, but it has taken an already excellent CD player and made it a bit better. Type CD transport Outputs Coaxial, optical Arcam CD5 £699 Best CD player £500-£1000, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A tremendously talented player that deserves an audition if you’re still holding on to your beloved CDs and want to give them a new lease of life. Type CD player Outputs Coaxial, optical, line-level Musical Fidelity M2sCD £699 June 2020 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Musical Fidelity’s CD player sounds expansive, detailed and delicately layered - a resoundingly listenable proposition. Type CD…

View offers whf.cm/BBMusicStreamers Up to £500 WiiM Pro Plus £219 Best music streamer under £300, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ As a first, affordable introduction to the many and various charms of music streaming, the WiiM Pro Plus is hard to lay a glove on at the price. Outputs RCA line-level, coaxial, optical Audiolab 6000N Play £449 Best music streamer under £500, Awards 2020 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A great, affordable way to implement streaming into your system without compromising sonic quality. The best budget solution we’ve seen… Outputs Line-in, coaxial, optical, subwoofer Cambridge Audio MXN10 £449 Best music streamer £300-£750, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Cambridge Audio has crashed the entry-level music streamer party. Is the MXN10 the finest affordable music streamer on the…

View offers whf.cm/BBProjectors Up to £2000 BenQ W1800 £999 Best projector under £1250, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ BenQ’s decision to focus with the W1800 on what we guess could be considered good old-fashioned home cinema values pays off handsomely. Throw ratio 1.13-1.46:1 Inputs HDMI x2, USB 2.0 Speakers Yes Epson EH-TW7100 £1599 Best projector £1250-£2000, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The Epson EH-TW7100 stretches the limit of what can be considered a budget big screen device, but it more than justifies its price. Throw ratio 1.32-2.15:1 Inputs HDMI x2, USB 2.0 x2 Speakers Yes Hisense PL 1 £1499 Best ultra-short-throw projector under £2000, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ With its clean, punchy and solid image, the Hisense PL1 is a gem at this…

View offers whf.cm/BBHeadphones In-ears up to £250 SoundMagic E11C £50 Best wired in-ear headphones under £100, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The latest version of Soundmagic’s budget in-ears continues to impress with a full-bodied, energetic and informative sound. In-line controls Yes Cable length 1.2m Beyerdynamic Soul Byrd £69 April 2019 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ You’ll struggle to find a better pair of in-ear headphones costing less than £70 than these Beyerdynamics. In-line controls Yes Cable length 1.2m Klipsch T5M Wired £70 Best wired in-ear headphones £50-£100, Awards 2021 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Not only do they have some of the most comfortable tips around, but these T5M Wireds also show a maturity that’s rare at this price. In-line controls Yes Cable length 1.3m Shure Aonic 3…

View offersa whf.cm/BBMobilePhones Apple iPhone 16 Pro £999 Best smartphone over £500, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Apple’s attention to detail is almost unrivalled. It’s a formidable smartphone for watching movies, and it’s equally impressive when it comes to music too. OS iOS 18 Size (hwd) 150 x 72 x 8.3mm Storage 128GB-1TB “The bottom line is that this iPhone delivers a balanced, sharp and bright image that looks stunning” Android Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 £1799 November 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Best described as an OLED TV that will fit into your pocket, this would be an ideal AV companion for a long-haul flight or road trip. OS Android 14 Finishes six Storage 256GB-1TB “The sharp outlines result in a picture oozing three-dimensional depth; comparatively…

View offers whf.cm/BBPortableMusicPlayers Up to £500 Amazon Fire HD10 £349 Best budget tablet, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★★ The Fire HD10 offers a really solid picture performance that successfully balances authenticity with a surprising amount of punch and sharpness. OS Android Size (hwd) 247 x 166 x 9.2mm Storage 32 or 64GB Apple iPad Pro 13-inch M £1299 Best premium tablet, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ It’s hugely over-powered for content consumption, of course, but there is simply no better way to watch movies on the move. OS iPadOS 18 Storage 256GB-2TB Finishes Space black, silver…

View offers whf.cm/BBCartridges Up to £10/m Cartridges Chord Company C-Screen £5/m June 2018 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The C-Screen possesses the fantastic ability to mirror a system’s punch and drive. What it does, it does better than anything else at the price. Single or Bi-wire Single QED XT25 £6/m  May 2018 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Features the same characteristics as the more expensive XT40, displaying the kind of transparency that’s difficult for its rivals to match.  Single or Bi-wire Single £10/m and above Atlas Equator 2.0 (2018) £7.25/m Reviewed online, 2018 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A nicely built speaker cable that promotes a wonderfully clean and detailed delivery – it’s an affordable and easy way to spruce up your system. Single or Bi-wire Single QED Reference XT40i…

Standmount speakers | £1099 | View offers whf.cm/Concerto_Meta Anyone who has ever craved KEF’s excellent R3 Meta standmounter, but never quite had the resources to stretch to its asking price, now has a more affordable alternative. The Q Concerto Meta are part of the company’s new entry-level Q Meta range and promise a generous dose of the Award-winning R3’s performance for just a little more than half the price. This is the ninth iteration of KEF’s entry-level Q range that includes three standmounters (Q1 Meta, Q3 Meta and the Q Concerto Meta), two floorstanders (Q7 Meta and Q11 Meta), a dedicated centre speaker (Q6 Meta), a versatile on-wall design (Q4 Meta) that can be used as an LCR or a surround, and a Dolby Atmos upward-firing speaker (Q8 Meta) that…

DAC | £79 | View offers whf.cm/GoLinkMax Following on from the release of the super-portable five-star iFi Go Link (£59) last year comes this slightly costlier model that adds a balanced headphone output and promises exceptional sound in a small, affordable package. One question, then: is it worth the extra cash? There is only one conceivable way of making the iFi Go Link Max seem burly, and that is to compare it with its smaller stablemate; and even then it’s hardly a case of David versus Goliath. The main unit of the Max is slightly longer and chunkier than the standard Go Link – mostly to leave enough space for that secondary 4.4mm headphone output – but the general configuration is the same, consisting of the main DAC unit and…

Now that the last remnants of those who once blithely announced the death of analogue music have finally retreated to consume their words, the rest of us can happily survey a hi-fi landscape currently overflowing with examples of that most satisfying of analogue devices – the turntable. Even the most clinically minded among us must surely admit that, despite the brilliance of most digital kit out there, nothing quite compares to the feeling of sliding a vinyl record out of its sleeve, placing it on a platter and watching that needle sink gently into the groove. A natural consequence of the fact that vinyl LP sales rose for the 16th consecutive year in 2023 is that, today, anyone in the market for a quality turntable has a wealth of options to…

APPLE AIRPODS with ANC Wireless earbuds Chances are, you know someone who desperately wants a pair of AirPods. These new AirPods 4 are just the ticket: compact design, clean and neutral sound, good noise-cancelling – and they work seamlessly with iPhones. whf.cm/AirPods_4_ANC WHAT HI-FI? Magazine subscription What better gift than a subscription to the world’s best hi-fi and home cinema magazine? Allow us to indulge in this annual act of shameless self-promotion, as we can’t help but suggest our print editions as the perfect gift for any audio-visual fan. Our yearly subscription brings you 13 issues, with new reviews on the latest products, round ups, insightful features and exhaustive buying guide from our dedicated editorial team. whf.cm/WHFsub THE COLOURS OF TAYLOR SWIFT Print Chances are, there’s someone in your life who is…

From 75in 4K TVs to turntables, and from portable Bluetooth speakers to Dolby Atmos surround-sound packages, here’s where you will find the perfect hi-fi and AV product, fast. NEW ENTRIES THIS MONTH Our recent 2024 Awards have ushered in a huge new cohort of great equipment from every genre in the world of hi-fi and AV – too many to highlight individually here. As a result we have given our Buyer’s Guide a major overhaul this month in a serious ‘out with the old, in with the new’ kind of way. More than ever, then, the following pages include the best – and often the newest – kit you can buy.…

View offers whf.cm/BBDACs Up to £300 iFi Go Link £59 October 2023 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The iFi Go Link feels like the perfect device for enhancing your headphones on the move and on a budget, living up to its brief. Size 13.5cm long Resolution PCM 32-bit/384kHz, DSD 256, MQA iFi Zen DAC V2 £159 Best DAC under £200, Awards 2023 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A good jump in quality over the Award-winning original, to keep features and performance best in class – and for not much extra money. Inputs USB 3.0 Size 35 x 160 x 117mm Res PCM 384kHz, DSD256, MQA iFi hip-dac 2 £179 April 2022 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ At this level, you’re unlikely to find a portable DAC as clear, zealous, fully…

View offers whf.cm/BBInternetRadios View offers whf.cm/BBDABRadios Roberts Revival Petite 2 £100 Best radio under £100, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Packed with features and emitting a clearer, richer, more dynamic sound than you might expect, this delightful little portable is a must-have sonic accessory. Battery 20hrs (rechargeable) Size (hwd) 73 x 124 x 85mm Finishes 7 “It’s a lively, rhythmically engaging sound that has a surprising amount of weight and punch to it, given the unit’s size” Up to £200 Ruark Audio R1S £299 Best radio £100-£400, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Appealing aesthetics and sophisticated, nuanced and precise sound – it’s a level of quality we are surprised to hear from a product of this size and price.  Battery Optional Size (hwd) 17.5 x 13…

View offers whf.cm/BBHifiSystems Up to £500 Denon D-M41DAB £399 Best hi-fi system under £500, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Denon hasn’t rested on its laurels. It’s managed to better the M40, delivering improved sound and functionality. The best just got better.  Inputs CD, line-in, optical x2, BT, DAB/FM Outputs Subwoofer Elac Debut ConneX DCB41 £499 Best powered speakers, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We are big fans of systems such as this. They are neat, well-featured and the best of the breed represent excellent value. This is one of them. Inputs USB, line-in/phono, opt, Bluetooth, HDMI (ARC) Outputs Subwoofer Triangle AIO Twin £699 Best speaker system under £750, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ If you’re looking for a fun music system that also sounds…

View offers whf.cm/BBSetTopBoxes PVRs Humax Aura from £249 Best PVR, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ As a Freeview PVR, the Humax Aura is solid, but its useability foibles and lack of Netflix give pause for thought.  Tuners 3 Storage 1TB/2TB Ultra HD Yes Subscription boxes Sky Q 2TB from £199 Best subscription box, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Sky has overhauled its TV package with Q and made it more enticing and versatile thanks to 4K support, but it comes with a high price tag.  Tuners 4 Storage 2TB Ultra HD Yes…

View offers whf.cm/BBVideoStreamers Up to £100 Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K £50 Best video streamer under £100, Awards 2020 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Despite some caveats, this 4K device supports all HDR formats and delivers excellent picture quality for a very affordable price. Resolution 2160p, 1080p, 720p Storage 8GB 4K Yes Google Chromecast with Google TV £60 Best video streamer under £100, Awards 2023 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ With a new remote and super-smart UI, Google’s latest Chromecast video streamer is the complete package. Resolution Up to 4K HDR, 60fps Storage n/a 4K Yes £100 and above Apple TV 4K £169 Best video streamer, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ It has a fantastic UI and design, a huge library of 4K HDR content, and the best…

Read more at… www.whathifi.com/advice Whether you’re a Prime professional or just thinking of signing up, you’ll want to get the most out of the service. Here are a few tips and tricks on how to do exactly that. Setting up a ‘Household’ account Amazon Prime Video will recommend content based on your viewing history - but what if you’re really into crime thrillers, your other half loves romantic comedies and the kids love cartoons? The answer is by linking together two Amazon accounts that will both have access to Prime Video. Go to Your Account > Shopping Programmes > Amazon Household. There you can add another adult or profiles for children, and then click ‘Create Household’. Parental Controls You can set up a four-digit PIN on the web by going…

View offers whf.cm/BBAudioCables Up to £150 Chord Company C-Line £63/m Best analogue interconnect under £100, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Few entry-level interconnects at the price come close to offering the sonic enjoyment that Chord has produced with this cable. Balanced/Single-ended Single QED Performance Audio 40 £40/m Best analogue interconnect under £50, Awards 2017 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Few rival interconnects are as good as this QED when it comes to detail resolution and precision. It’s nicely made too. Balanced/Single-ended Single Chord Co ClearwayX ARAY Analogue RCA £130/m Best analogue interconnect over £100, Awards 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Evolution of a well-regarded interconnect that reveals greater texture, control and dynamics from your system’s performance than before. Balanced/Single-ended Single…

View offers whf.cm/BBMainsProducts Up to £200 Edwards Audio Apprentice MM £90 Awards 2017 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A fine entry-level phono stage that will deliver a crisp and exciting sound from any good price-compatible moving magnet cartridge. Type MM Dimensions (hwd) 5 x 16 x 11cm Rega Fono Mini A2D Mk2 £110 April 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ It is the quality of the sound that continues to impress. Quite simply, we haven’t come across a better-sounding alternative at this entry level. Type MM Dimensions (hwd) 3 x 10 x 10.5cm Graham Slee Gram Amp 2 Communicator £180 July 2018 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A gem of a phono amplifier that has stood the test of time. It offers class-leading levels of detail, brilliant timing and a…