Hi-Fi and home cinema are notorious subjects for loads of bonkers terminology and acronyms which are not only difficult to comprehend but also downright off-putting. However, as we are the friendly arm around the shoulder to help steer you to a desirable purchase, we've compiled 12 guides, one for each product type to help you understand whats going on under the lid and how it helps your entertainment
A Soundbar is the easiest way to get better sound from your TV an add an essential element of home cinema without needing to take out a bank loan
Surround sound speaker packages will delivery a home cinema experience like no other
Amplifiers or amps to most of us drive the speakers to make the music. Our list of recommended amps all deliver exceptional sound quality even if some only cost a few hundred pounds and represent exceptional value for money
Headphones, earphones, in ear monitors, media players, get the lowdown on the tantalizing world of personal listening
Spotify, Tidal, Deezer, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Qobuz are just a few of the music streaming platforms that you can access through a music streamer or a streaming amplifier to delivery the ultimate in hi-res quality
Stereo speakers are the most visible elements of a music system, we have chosen opur recommendations with care, to save you the trouble
Record players or turntables from our recommended list all spin the vinyl with panache and quality, delivering a sound that is pure joy
MQA aims to “fundamentally change the way we all enjoy music”. It’s a method of digitally capturing and storing original master recordings as files that are small and convenient enough to download or stream
DTS has been there since the beginning, providing extraordinary surround sound in movie houses and home cinema systems