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The A-Z of vinyl: a glossary of turntable terminology

Don't know your cartridges from your cantilevers? Get up to speed with our handy guide to vinyl terminology

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This digital music player-cum-amp wears many different hats

Hi-res digital music player, streamer, headphone amplifier, pre-amplifier, DAC...

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Sony PS-LX5BT

The Sony PS-LX5BT is an attractive proposition, boasting Bluetooth streaming, a built-in phono stage and automatic operation – all for a very reasonable outlay.

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This album was the 1980s poster-boy for CD – but I massively prefer it on vinyl

A digital masterpiece intended to be heard on compact disc; but how does Dire Straits' Brothers In Arms compare to vinyl forty years on?

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This underrated Rage Against The Machine album holds a special place in my vinyl collection

It may be well and truly out of its rebellious teenager phase, but this album is still as relevant as ever

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Sony PS-LX3BT

As an entry point into the world of vinyl, the PS-LX3BT is an excellent pick. Automatic operation, Bluetooth, built-in phono stage and great sound at this price? Sold.

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Feeling nostalgic? We Are Rewind's limited edition cassette player takes you back to the '80s

The WE-001 lets you create your own mixtape

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This gory sequel is finally getting a 4K Blu-ray release – and it's a great way to jumpstart your home cinema system

There's a snazzy steelbook to boot

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New issue of What Hi-Fi? out now: stunning speaker packages and AV receivers deliver home cinema heaven

The May issue is on sale now!

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We pick 8 of the best Record Store Day 2026 releases – The Cure, Nas, Miles Davis, Pavement and more

Exclusive releases and vinyl editions we're adding to our wish list

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Danish speaker brand Jamo returns under new ownership, will unveil new range soon

The longstanding brand was sold in 2024, and now it's making a comeback.

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Don't dismiss the dirt – cleaning your records properly could revitalise your vinyl collection

Pops and crackles be gone! Don't underestimate how filthy your records can get

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A hi-fi classic: meet Rega's first-ever record player, the Planet

The Planet established the engineering DNA that has made Rega so successful

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Here’s why this “unerringly ordinary and, to be brutal, boring” vinyl record is worth £19,000

I went down the rare vinyl rabbit hole – and it’s a pretty Dark place

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The 10 most valuable records sold on Discogs last month (March 2026)

Which disc has snagged the top spot?

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I’ve started collecting vinyl records of this unusual music genre – and it’s been a lot more rewarding

More consistent quality and beautiful packaging than new music pressings

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"It's not just a transaction, it's a conversation" – how vinyl record shops are thriving in the digital age

The digital threat might be greater than ever, but record shops are doing a roaring trade – here's how

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Forgotten gems: 8 unsung turntables that deserve to be celebrated

They may be lost in the mists of time, but these record players deserve recognition

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Audio-Technica AT-LPA2

Audio-Technica’s classy-looking AT-LPA2 turntable aims high and mostly succeeds.

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Vinyl Week 2026: Sony's affordable turntables reviewed, is Dire Straits better on CD or vinyl, Rega's first turntable from 1973, and more

Join us in a week-long celebration of all things vinyl and turntable-related in the lead-up to Record Store Day 2026

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Rewind: imperfect OLED TVs, Sony’s next-gen display tech, modular speakers and more

Welcome to the latest entry in our weekly hi-fi and home cinema news digest

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How to watch The Masters 2026 Final Round: live streams from anywhere

All the ways to watch The Masters 2026 final round live streams online from anywhere as the world's best golf players fight it out at Augusta National Golf Club.

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Adventures in AV: LG's flagship OLED TV hints at a bright future – but not in a good way

It felt like I was reviewing a Mini LED from five years ago...

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5 reasons I'm beyond stoked for the Metal Gear Solid film

Here's hoping Solid Snake uses a cardboard box to hide from enemy guards

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2026 is a confusing year for TVs and I'm worried that there's no clarity in sight

RGB Mini LED? Is OLED in trouble? And what's happening with Dolby Vision 2?

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