8 Expert Reviews

Audio

Expert reviews and analysis of the best audio products

Nothing Headphone (a) Review

Nothing Headphone (a) Review

The Nothing Headphone (a) ran for around 80 hours with ANC active — a market record — and pairs that with the best physical controls in the category and USB-C wired audio. Noise cancellation and call quality are where the savings show.

3.8
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Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 Review

Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 Review

The FreeBuds Pro 5 finally bring Huawei’s noise cancellation level with the AirPods Pro 3, Sony WF-1000XM6 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra, alongside exceptional balanced sound and a 10-band equaliser. The best codec needs a Huawei phone, and the Android app installs as an APK.

4.4
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Loewe We. Hear Pro Review: Premium Portable Speaker Delivers Powerful Sound and Elegance

Loewe We. Hear Pro Review: Premium Portable Speaker Delivers Powerful Sound and Elegance

The Loewe We. Hear Pro combines German engineering excellence with powerful 100W audio, 24-hour battery life, and IPX6 water resistance. This premium portable speaker, created in collaboration with Kylian Mbappé, delivers impressive sound quality across all genres whilst maintaining elegant design and robust construction.

4.5
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Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 Review: Iconic Design Meets Refined Sound

Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 Review: Iconic Design Meets Refined Sound

Harman Kardon's Onyx Studio 9 combines stunning aesthetics with balanced audio performance. This ninth-generation Bluetooth speaker features automatic room calibration, Auracast connectivity, and eco-friendly materials, making it a compelling choice for design-conscious audiophiles.

4.0
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Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro Wi-Fi Review: Pioneering Wi-Fi Audio in True Wireless

Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro Wi-Fi Review: Pioneering Wi-Fi Audio in True Wireless

Xiaomi breaks new ground with the world's first Wi-Fi enabled true wireless earbuds. The Buds 5 Pro Wi-Fi promise lossless audio transmission via Qualcomm XPAN technology, though this revolutionary feature remains locked to the Xiaomi 15 Ultra. Beyond the Wi-Fi innovation, these earbuds deliver impressive sound quality through a triple driver system, solid ANC performance, and exceptional battery life.

4.0
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Sony ULT Field 3 Review

Sony ULT Field 3 Review

The Sony ULT Field 3 is a rugged IP67 Bluetooth speaker with punchy bass, 24-hour battery life and useful powerbank support, but its mono sound, limited codecs and distortion at maximum volume restrict its appeal for more critical listening.

3.9
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Marshall Heston 120 Review: Rock n' Roll Meets Dolby Atmos

Marshall Heston 120 Review: Rock n' Roll Meets Dolby Atmos

Marshall's first soundbar brings signature style and excellent music performance to compete with Sonos Arc Ultra. Powerful bass without a subwoofer, but Atmos verticality could be better.

4.5
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Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 Review: Audiophile Excellence in Wireless Form

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 Review: Audiophile Excellence in Wireless Form

The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 represents the pinnacle of wireless headphone engineering for audiophiles. With improved active noise cancellation, luxurious build quality, and exceptional sound reproduction through custom 40mm drivers, it offers a premium listening experience. While the price is high and the app somewhat basic, the Px7 S3 delivers where it matters most: sound quality and craftsmanship.

4.4
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