Audio Equipment Reviews

Beats' successor to the Solo 3 on-ear wireless headphones offer extended battery life and extra features – but are the improvements enough when other headphones are so good?

The iFi GIO Bar Kensei is a stylish portable headphone amp/DAC that might be perfect if it weren't for a couple of niggles.

The Speck Gemtones Play earbuds are perfect for smaller ears but don’t hold up well against the competition.

Updated Amazon Music Unlimited delivers good value and hi-res audio in a simple package that’s ideal for both Prime and non-Prime subscribers alike.

Updated Deezer has a huge library, minimal design and good recommendations – but there’s little to set it apart from its rivals.

The JLab JBuds Lux ANC are the brand's first 'luxury' over-ear headphones, which offer lots of bass but a few aches too.

As long as you’re not expecting some sort of sonic armageddon, the iFi iDSD Diablo 2 has an awful lot going for it.

Rely on Lenco to pile on the features, including the ability to digitize your vinyl collection, without letting costs get out of control.

The VR500 by Final Audio are the wired earbuds that can elevate your listening experience without the significant outlay.

Apple Music is one of the best music streaming services around – and a true competitor to Spotify.