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Sivga's winsome wired headphones look the part but, in testing, I found the bass was a bulging mess of directionless energy

The Sivga Robin SV021 Pro are wired over-ear headphones that punch above their budget, just about, but the bass is a mess.

Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSB review: Stunningly-priced direct drive stability from a quintessential brand

The AT-LP120XUSB is more than a budget-friendly, DJ-friendly record player; it’s a great shout for solid performance at the entry level

Audio-Technica AT-SB727 Sound Burger turntable review

Audio-Technica AT-SB727 Sound Burger turntable review

The Audio-Technica Sound Burger is a delightfully moreish morsel of retro-styled, portable record-playing magnificence

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I love these active speakers' stacked feature-set, but they lag a little in one key area

The Edifier S880DB MKII active bookshelf speakers look great and shine at the top end but lack bass are up against cheaper, and better, alternatives.

I test audio kit for a living, and these earbuds' death-proof battery and regal design blew me away

The Noble FoKus Amadeus ANC earbuds combine serious run time with a gloriously tactile sound profile

I test audio kit every day and these bookshelf speakers are the dragon I’ll be chasing for decades to come

The Sonus Faber Concertino G4 may be pricy, but their look and sound make the cost worth it – they're the bookshelf speaker dragon you'll be chasing for decades.

“It’s a bit of an investment, but I think these power supplies will truly go the distance if you let them”: Walrus Audio Canvas Power series review

I trialled three pedalboard power supplies from Walrus Audio’s Canvas series of utilities – and found some stunning practicality in the process

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“An easy insert into any small pedalboard or studio setup”: Cioks Sol Future Power Generation review

“An easy insert into any small pedalboard or studio setup”: Cioks Sol Future Power Generation review

I put Cioks’ switch-mode small-pedalboard power supply through its paces, and fell in love in the process

I tested these near-perfect entry-level FiiO wired earbuds and their tasteful, bold and beautiful fidelity blew me away

I tested these near-perfect entry-level FiiO wired earbuds and their tasteful, bold and beautiful fidelity blew me away

The FiiO FP3 budget planar driver-equipped wired earbuds feature hitherto unbelievable width and detail

How to connect your audio interface to your computer – for both PC and Mac users

How to connect your audio interface to your computer – for both PC and Mac users

My guide to hooking up your audio interface to a laptop or computer, step-by-step

How to connect a MIDI keyboard to your audio interface

How to connect a MIDI keyboard to your audio interface

Learn how to hook up your MIDI keyboard to your audio interface - no matter how complex your setup

How to connect your audio interface to your iPhone or iPad

How to connect your audio interface to your iPhone or iPad

My expert guide to hooking up a mobile music-making rig using an iPhone or iPad

Kanto Ren review: a powered speaker system that’s as smart-looking as it is smart-sounding

Kanto Ren review: a powered speaker system that’s as smart-looking as it is smart-sounding

Kanto’s new connects-to-everything stereo speaker system is a user- and ear-friendly triumph, bringing quality sound and AV functionality to a novel form.

5 pro recording setup ideas: from recording bands to mixing and mastering, these recommended rigs will get the job done

5 pro recording setup ideas: from recording bands to mixing and mastering, these recommended rigs will get the job done

A look into how the professionals work fast and smart

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Victrola Stream Sapphire turntable review: a premium dual-digital streaming turntable that falls short of its price

The Victrola Stream Sapphire is an incomparable turntable, offering Sonos and UPnP connectivity – but at what cost?

Audio-Technica AT-LP70XBT turntable review: a primo player that deftly marries quality, cost and convenience

The Audio-Technica AT-LP70XBT is a first-class plug-and-play turntable that supersedes its peers by avoiding their pitfalls.

How to use your audio interface with a patch bay – a step by step guide

Revolutionise your home studio connectivity and signal paths with a patch bay – here's how

5 pro recording setup ideas: from recording bands to mixing and mastering, these recommended rigs will get the job done

There's a studio setup for every discipline; here's a look into how the professionals do their work

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