I spent a day at an elite hi-fi show to pick out 6 affordable speakers and hi-res players even I’d buy, so maybe you can too

You don’t need to spend a packet to get great audio at home, and I went to a famous hi-fi show to prove it

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I spent a day listening to ‘money no object’ audio systems at an elite hi-fi show to find 11 products I’d buy, if I won the lottery

It’s a hard life, but someone’s got to attend a world-class hi-fi show to tell you the best of the best…

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Hit the road, jack? Not at all, iFi’s tiny Go Blu Air DAC brings the headphone port back to your phone — and levels up the audio to boot

This tiny Bluetooth DAC brings the headphone jack back to your smartphone, laptop and more. It delivers long battery life and impressive power output for such a small device. It sounds great too.
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I reviewed Philips’ affordable Fidelio stereo speakers that look ‘too good to be true’ on the spec sheet — and they nearly pull it off

An active wireless speaker system with specification beyond the asking price, and an actually useful app — what’s the catch?
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Money no object? This turntable cartridge is made from the same wood as million-dollar violins, as well as diamonds (of course)

Crafted in Japan, with a body carved from the Tyrolean tonewood with which Stradivari made violins

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iFi’s new trio of high-end DACs includes a powerful amp combo – and I’m going to need to try it

iFi just unveiled three new DACs, including a new workhorse and a stream-friendly model

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‘It would be difficult to find a better speaker for under £50’ — well, this Anker SoundCore 2 is now under £25

Anker’s budget Bluetooth speaker crashes to a record-low price

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I use this affordable JBL turntable at home and I can’t recommend it highly enough for anyone putting together their first hi-fi system

If the vinyl revival has you champing at the bit to find an affordable but capable turntable, this model from JBL is a surefire winner – and it’s discounted too.
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I tested a sub-£20 Bluetooth speaker from Groov-e, and while the build is basic and the audio doesn’t amaze, I wouldn’t write if off — here’s why

The Groov-e Thunder is affordable and many will appreciate its RGB lighting, but muddy audio and a plasticky build hold it back.
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Edifier’s portable wireless speaker has won me over with its bargain price, compelling sound and stunning looks — and this $100 President’s Day discount makes it a must-buy

This Edifier speaker has an enormous $100 off for President’s Day — making it a bargain I don’t think you can afford to sleep on.
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