I have a confession. For many years, I have lived a speakerless woman, listening to music through my laptop, mere degrees away from a teenager blasting DnB out of a phone speaker on the back of a bus. But all that changed when I got my hands on Sony's ULT Field 5.
While I'm partial to wireless, ANC headphones on my commute, I've never really prioritised the sound quality in my home, but this upgrade needed to tick some serious boxes. Firstly, I'm averse to faff. If it's taking an eternity to connect because I need to download an app and seek the blessing of a local priest, I'm out. Secondly, I live in a house share, so quick and easy volume control is a must to avoid a housemate cold war. Lastly, I want portability so camping trips can be blessed with a little extra vibe boost.