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Richter Merlin S6plus review

By Greg Borrowman published 29 December 24

Fresh revisions including new drivers from Richter’s higher models raise the Australian company’s standmounts to even higher levels of engagement and musicality, as the Merlins enter ‘S6plus’ status.

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Dates announced for Australian Hi-Fi Show Sydney: 4-6 April 2025

By Australian Hi-Fi published 15 May 24

Three days of hi-fi and AV joy, returning to Sydney next April. Save the date now!

Best-sounding rooms t the Australian Hi-Fi Show in Sydney 2024

Revealed: Best Sounding Room at the Australian Hi-Fi Show 2024 in Sydney

By Australian Hi-Fi published 24 April 24

The votes are in for the most amazing-sounding rooms at this year's Show – and there are some surprises

Audio Solutions Figaro M2 in a blue finish on a white background

Audio Solutions Figaro M2 review

By Australian Hi-Fi published 5 April 24

The original Figaro speakers were released in 2018, and it was only last year, at the 2023 Munich High End Show, that this new ‘M2’ version launched. So how do they fare?

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Floor plans for the Australian Hi-Fi Show 2024 in Sydney

By Australian Hi-Fi last updated 3 April 24

Four floors of fun, fine music and AV – check back regularly for updates on who's showing what and where

Australian Hi-Fi Show Sydney 2024 – full room listings

By Australian Hi-Fi last updated 2 April 24

Bring your own music, relax and enjoy the listening experience in our comfortable sound lounges – and find what is right for YOU.

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Noble Audio Knight IEMs on a black background

Noble Audio's eye-catching 'Knight' IEMs vow to bring royal sound quality to the masses

By Harry McKerrell published 3 January 25

Noble Audio's latest in-ear monitors feature a triple driver array for "exceptional sonic clarity".

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I’m a wireless headphones expert and there are 6 new pairs I want to see launch in 2025

By Andy Madden published 3 January 25

I’ve drawn up a wish list of new headphones I’d like to see hit the market in the next 12 months.

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Heavenly speakers, top-end SACD players and gold-standard amps: 2024 was a great year for high-end hi-fi

By Alastair Stevenson published 27 December 24

Our team of reviewers reveal the top high-end hi-fi and audio products they reviewed this year.

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Rewind 2024: What Hi-Fi? picks the hottest hi-fi and home cinema news of the year

By Alastair Stevenson published 23 December 24

Our team of hi-fi and home cinema experts reveal the top stories to break this year and how they will shape 2025.

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Open wireless earbuds: Bose Ultra Open Earbuds

2024 was the year of 'open' wireless earbuds, but are they game-changers or gimmicks?

By Harry McKerrell published 23 December 24

Open wireless earbuds were one of 2024's biggest trends, but are they the buds for you?

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The AirPods Pro 3 could land sooner than expected

By Joe Svetlik published 19 December 24

Apple is rumoured to 'go early' with the next AirPods Pro, launching them ahead of their usual September/October refresh.

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Cyrus 40 AMP review

By What Hi-Fi? published 3 January 25

The Cyrus 40 AMP is everything we want in modern Cyrus integrated. It’s well-built, looks smart and sounds great

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Cambridge Audio CXN100 streamer with smartphone app on a wooden shelf

Best music streamers 2025: top network audio players tested by our experts

By Kashfia Kabir last updated 3 January 25

Best Buys Music streamers are a convenient and versatile one-box solution for getting high-quality digital music from multiple online sources.

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Best Bluetooth speakers 2025: tried and tested for every budget

By Harry McKerrell last updated 3 January 25

Best Buys Looking for a Bluetooth speaker? These are the best home and portable speakers money can buy, from budget wonders to burly boomboxes.

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Best outdoor speakers 2025: portable, wireless, waterproof models tried and tested

By Harry McKerrell last updated 3 January 25

Best Buys Up your leisure game and head into the great outdoors with our pick of the best outdoor speakers.

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Best bookshelf speakers 2025: top standmounts for every budget tested

By Kashfia Kabir last updated 2 January 25

best buys The best bookshelf speakers deliver fantastic sound quality for smaller spaces, and we've highlighted the best models for all budgets – all tested by our experienced reviews team.

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Cyrus CDi on a shelf with CDs stacked next to it

Best CD players 2025: budget to premium options tested by experts

By Kashfia Kabir last updated 2 January 25

Best Buys Hear your disc collection at its very best with our pick of the best CD players and CD transports on the market across all budgets.

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