Christmas is the time of year when sound actually matters. Between the late-night movie marathons, family gatherings around the TV, and the constant stream of holiday music, your home audio system gets pushed harder than at any other time of the year. This Christmas, our living room underwent a bit of a transformation. It became…
“Checkers or go?” — the choice between form and function isn’t limited to city streets. It’s just as relevant when selecting Hi-Fi components. Some listeners believe that great sound must come wrapped in beautiful design. Others trust their ears alone, unconcerned with appearance as long as the music satisfies. And then there are those whose…
Veni, vidi, vici. That perfectly describes the impact the Soulnote A-2 made on us. It’s rare for a solid-state amp to captivate so completely and so quickly, especially under €10,000. But here we are. Soulnote, a boutique Japanese brand that many in Europe and North America are just discovering, has delivered something genuinely special. Born…
The Cambridge Audio Yoyo (S) is a compact Bluetooth speaker designed for listeners who value clarity, comfort, and design over sheer volume and bass impact. With a wool-wrapped British aesthetic, gesture controls, and a warm, vocal-focused sound signature, it targets indoor listening, desks, and personal spaces rather than parties or outdoor use. The Bluetooth speaker…
So, Wharfedale decided to call their flagship speakers “Elysian,” which literally means heavenly. That’s a bold move for a brand I’ve always known for being solid, musical, and high-value—not necessarily for chasing absolute audio paradise. The big question for me was: Is this just a fancy name, or did they actually build something special? I…
When you are spending nearly $2,000 on a subwoofer, you aren’t just buying a box that goes “boom.” You are investing in the foundation of your entire audio experience. SVS is the king of this hill, but their lineup can be confusing. Do you save cash and go for the massive, ported PB-3000, or do…
The Bowers & Wilkins 600 Series has been a staple in the audio world for over 25 years. To mark this milestone, B&W released the 606 S2 Anniversary Edition. On paper, the updates might seem modest, leaving some of us wondering if a few cosmetic tweaks and internal adjustments are enough to warrant a new…
Let’s be real for a second. In the fast-moving world of Hi-Fi, a speaker that has been around for a few years usually gets pushed to the back of the shelf. New models come out, prices go up, and we are told to upgrade. But the Q Acoustics 3050i is a stubborn exception. I walked…
The Spendor A7 is one of those speakers that doesn’t try to impress you at first glance—but once you sit down and listen, the refinement and control quietly take over the room. I spent several days testing the A7s in my treated listening space using a range of amplifiers, DACs, and sources, and the experience…
Verdict at a Glance The Fyne Audio F303s are masters of scale and excitement. If you have the room to let them breathe, they offer a massive, dynamic sound that is hard to beat for the money. While they lack the ultimate refinement of some rivals, their “fun factor” is undeniable. Score Breakdown Rating Build…
