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The best bluetooth speakers to take on your travels
Which are the best speakers to take on holiday with you? Here's our handy guide to battery life, connectivity, waterproof ratings and a whole lot more...
These are the best hi-fi systems for your money right now
An all-in-one hi-fi system is a good option if you don't want a separate amplifier, speakers and CD player. Here are some of the best hi-fi systems on the market today
What is a digital music streamer and which one should I buy?
Our expert Chris Haslam gives valuable advice on buying and using your hi-fi...
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Best speakers: how to select the perfect audio for your listening needs
Active, voice-controlled, Bluetooth... there's a lot of choice out there when it comes to speakers. Our insightful guide will help you choose the speakers you need
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Hi-res audio: what is it, and what are the best streaming platforms and players for classical music?
BBC Music Magazine's audio expert Chris Haslam guides us through the ins and outs of hi-res audio quality, frequencies and the best streaming platforms to use for high-resolution classical music recordings. Plus, he recommends the desktop and portable hi-res players that are worth your money
DAB vs DAB+: What's the difference between DAB and DAB+?
In the next decade, we will see changes in the radio industry, with many stations moving across from DAB to DAB+. But what actually is the difference between the two – and what do radio listeners need to know in the battle of DAB vs DAB+?
The best office audio equipment: How to upgrade your office audio experience
Improve the quality of your laptop audio and introduce these top-of-the-range pieces of office audio equipment to your working-from-home set-up
All the Right Notes Podcast: What do musical terms really mean?
Listen to this episode of BBC Music Magazine's podcast, All the Right Notes, featuring author and critic Jessica Duchen
Best portable speakers for enjoying your music indoors and outdoors
Our audio expert Chris Haslam chooses the best portable speakers for enjoying your music inside the home and in the great outdoors
Audio equipment
Best budget turntables: here are some great record players you can enjoy for under £300 / $400
How to choose the best turntable on a budget: our audio expert Chris Haslam gives valuable advice on buying and using your hi-fi
Best TV speakers reviewed 2024: revolutionise your TV sound with these speaker systems
Whether you're after a wireless option, a soundbar or something more design-led, we've brought together some of the best TV speakers for all audiophiles available to buy now
The best DAB radios 2024: digital radios tested and reviewed
Whether you're a music fan or regular talk radio listener, digital radios and DAB radios are the way forward. Here, we suggest some of the best DAB radios on the market at different budgets
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Listen to our podcast for great discussions from the world of classical music
All the Right Notes Podcast: How do you play the French horn?
Listen to this episode of BBC Music Magazine's podcast, All the Right Notes, featuring Royal Opera principal horn player David Pyatt
All the Right Notes Podcast: How do you write a film soundtrack?
Listen to this episode of BBC Music Magazine's podcast, All the Right Notes, featuring film composer Anne Dudley
All the Right Notes Podcast: How do you look after your voice?
Listen to this episode of BBC Music Magazine's podcast, All the Right Notes, featuring vocal coach and author Olivia Sparkhall