When base metals become gold: the art of sonic alchemy

In a world dominated by global manufacturing from vast factories, where almost 75 per cent of the world’s hi-fi equipment is made in China, it’s heartening to know that the UK’s hi-fi scene is alive a

Mike Zaite explains how a background in electronics and a front-row seat to the British Invasion of the 1960s led to the formation of Dr Z Amplification – and why the sonics always lead the schematics

I’ve just finished writing the review for Fyne Audio’s new F701SP standmount speakers, which, as you will see from the review on page 72 this issue, earned five-stars. However, there is an aspect of t

Technics is on a great run at the moment. The brand had a bit of a rocky start when it was reintroduced into the market back in 2014, but since then has quickly found its feet. Over recent years we ha

Seriously swish goodies ideal for treating yourself or your near ones Words: Sam Cross Photography: Neil Godwin

KEF’s LSX launched way back in 2018, and the diminutive streaming speaker system (try saying that fast five times in a row) made an immediate impact. We handed it a five-star rating and a number of su