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We have reviewed hundreds of stereo amplifiers – for most hi-fi systems, these are the only three you need to consider

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Rotel’s smart new compact amp is brilliant for bookshelf speakers

Rotel adds to its impressive headphone amp with a more powerful model for small speaker setups.

Rotel packs HDMI ARC and aptX HD Bluetooth into its compact stereo amplifier

Despite its small footprint, Rotel promises serious sound from its latest Class AB integrated amplifier.

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Elac Debut 3.0 DB53

Elac has reinvented its Debut range with its third-generation standmounts, resulting in a new sonic direction that prioritises clarity, detail and lower-end punch.

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This compact new headphone amp from a hi-fi legend will boost sound quality for wired or wireless headphones

Rotel's DX-3 promises exceptional high-end audio for elite headphones, even if you're using aptX Bluetooth.

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Rotel’s first headphone amp is the “ultimate desktop audio companion”

Rotel's first headphone amp comes with lots of connectivity in its compact case.

Rotel's do-it-all DAC/headphone amp wants to be your "ultimate desktop audio companion"

New do-it-all DAC/headphone amp promises audiophile quality in a compact footprint.

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Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2025: we’re reporting live on new audio products from Chord, Wharfedale, Rega and more

All the latest Bristol Hi-Fi Show news reported direct from our team on the ground

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3 audio Temptations to look out for at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2025

Our team’s got a hitlist of Temptation-level hi-fi to check out at this year’s Bristol Hi-Fi Show

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7 hi-fi products I’m looking forward to hearing at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show next week

From new electrostatic speakers to a cutting-edge amplifier.

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I heard Rotel's ultra-luxe CD player and Hi-Res Audio DAC, and I'd buy it in a second if I could (even if it won't play my SACDs)

The Rotel Michi Q5 Transport DAC is also a CD player and having heard it, I just want one…

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This audiophilic stunner can play CDs and make the rest of your digital music sound divine

The Rotel Michi Q5 high performance CD player is launching in March with a superb specification.

Rotel A8 vs Marantz PM6007: which budget stereo amplifier is best for you?

We pit the Rotel A8 against the long-running Marantz PM6007 to determine the best budget amp for you.

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Walmart's game day snack box is A+

The game day box promises to feed your whole brood for only $8 a person

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I heard over 150 products in 2024 and these are my 5 hi-fi highlights

What Hi-Fi?'s technical editor Ketan Bharadia reveals his favourite kit of the year.

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We've built a versatile vinyl and streaming system that brings the best of both worlds – but doesn't cost the earth

Here we have put together a wonderful all-rounder of a system, not least as it features both a streamer and a turntable as its musical sources.

What Hi-Fi?

New issue of What Hi-Fi? out now: stunning step-up turntables, bang-for-buck stereo amplifiers, TVs and more

Impressive turntables, amps, and TVs all feature in our January issue

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What Hi-Fi? Awards 2024: Rotel's "budget gem" amplifier dethrones a multi-winning legend

We reveal the best-value amplifiers on the market

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Rewind: Rotel’s latest amp rated, a British hi-fi legend enters a new era and a love letter to CRT TVs

The latest entry to What Hi-Fi?'s weekly news digest discusses CRT TV’s surprise comeback, Rotel’s latest amp and more.

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Rotel A8

Rotel’s entry-level integrated amplifier turns out to be something of a budget gem.

What Hi-Fi?

Rotel's high-end Michi Q5 CD player promises to "elevate the audio experience to new heights"

The Michi Q5 is a high-end CD player, transport and DAC that is engineered to deliver the purest CD playback quality and supports high-res digital file playback.

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Rewind: Our verdict on Sony’s wireless Dolby Atmos system, Audio-Technica’s affordable turntable and more

New affordable hi-fi breaks ground, while Samsung drops a huge hint on its future TV plans.

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Rotel's integrated amplifier teases no-compromise performance for an entry-level price

Building on more than 60 years of hi-fi heritage, the Rotel A8 amplifier promises powerful performance without the hefty price tag.

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Rotel's RAS-5000 is a versatile integrated amplifier with streaming smarts and HDMI ARC

Rotel’s new stereo streaming amp features a range of connectivity options and promises to bring power, control and precision to your set-up

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