In the world of hi-fi and home cinema, many brands have been around for quite a while. To the point, some of the heavy-hitters we cover are significantly older than What Hi-Fi?, which, in case you missed it, is turning 50 this year.
This is why many of us assume certain household names are here to stay. At least that's what we thought until 2026 rolled around and three key events occurred that could spell trouble – or lead the way to a brighter future – for some of the industry's biggest names.
