Chris Barnes
Chris is Louder's eCommerce Editor and has been a metalhead ever since he saw Machine Head destroy the London Astoria in '97. He manages buyer's guides on the site and it's his job to help you find the raddest merch, collectibles and music-listening tech, at the best prices. Chris has spent over 10 years testing gadgets and music gear - reviewing everything from turntables, headphones and speakers to electronic drum kits - for brands including T3, MusicRadar and Guitar World.
Latest articles by Chris Barnes

By Scott Munro Last updated
Wave goodbye to Black Friday but say hello to loads more amazing deals on Lego sets for all ages - here's our pick of the deals that are still live

By Chris Barnes Published
Build a slice of movie magic for less with these Hollywood-inspired Lego Icons kits. Save money ahead of the Christmas rush

By Chris Barnes Published
Channel guitar heroes from Hendrix to Billie Joe with the insanely detailed Lego set

By Chris Barnes Published
Everything you need to know about how the Louder team tests earplugs for reviews and buyer's guides - our full methodology explained

By Scott Munro Last updated
Buying guide From AC/DC and Black Sabbath to Queen, the Rolling Stones, Rush and more, we’ve selected the very best classic rock vinyl you need to have in your collection

By Daryl Robertson Last updated
Detailing 40 years of the band as well as a vocal injury that threatens to bring everything to a screeching halt, this is a must-watch for Bon Jovi fans – and it's available to stream now

By Chris Barnes Published
Is your vinyl rig up to scratch ready for your new Record Store Day treasures? If not, these bargains from Sony, Pro-Ject and more may tempt you

By Chris Barnes Published
Marshall has turned up the dial on its latest generation of noise-cancelling earbuds. We put them through their paces to see if they’ve earned the reputation as AirPods for rockers

By Chris Barnes Published
I awarded the Loop Experience earplugs 4.5-stars in my review – now you can pocket them for less

By Chris Barnes Published
Supercharge your home entertainment, cook the perfect brisket and optimize your commuting soundtrack with these properly killer deals

By Chris Barnes Published
The Go Outdoors Black Friday sale is the place to get cheap 2023 music festival camping kit

By Chris Barnes Last updated
Save big on festival camping essentials including Vango tents and Osprey luggage in this epic Go Outdoors sale

By Chris Barnes Published
Get HD audio, 90 million songs, podcasts and more, without paying a thing for the next 4 months

By Chris Barnes Published
Loop have created their earplugs with comfort, design, price and reliability in mind - but do they cut the mustard?

By Chris Barnes Published
The famous guitar brand wants to help you look after your ears on a shoestring budget

By Chris Barnes Published
Lightweight and discrete earplugs, but at a price. What value do you put on protecting your hearing?

By Chris Barnes Published
New and existing customers can take advantage of this epic streaming offer, just in time for new Rammstein and Def Leppard albums

By Chris Barnes Published
Save up to £60 off the Marshall Major IV, Major III and Monitor II ANC headphones

By Chris Barnes Published
Want a killer pair of budget in-ears for less? This mega saving will only last for a week, or until the limited stock runs dry

By Chris Barnes Published
The question is, will this Laptops Direct Apple earbuds deal drop any lower than £179 in the Prime Day price war?

By Chris Barnes Published
Buy an Echo Dot 4th Gen and get 6 months of tunes for free, while new Amazon Music Unlimited subs get up to 4 months free with this epic early-Prime Day deal

By Chris Barnes Last updated
Save big on a new Samsung Galaxy S10 smartphone, Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 and others

By Chris Barnes Last updated
Rock out for less with £70 off Bose’s ace second-generation wireless headphones
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