
Chris Corfield
Chris Corfield is a journalist with over 12 years of experience writing for some of the music world's biggest brands including Orange Amplification, MusicRadar, Guitar World Total Guitar and Dawsons Music. Chris loves getting nerdy about everything from guitar gear and synths, to microphones and music production hardware.
Latest articles by Chris Corfield

Best earplugs for concerts 2025: gig-ready protection, tested by music fans
By Chris Corfield last updated
Loud live music is great, but so is being able to hear. Myself and the Louder team have put a number of concert-ready earplugs through their paces to see which are the best choices

Best Bluetooth turntables 2025: Wireless record-playing wonders from the best in the biz
By Huw Baines last updated
Analogue meets digital with these full-featured Bluetooth turntables from the likes of Sony, Audio-Technica, Pro-Ject and more

Best record players for beginners 2025: spin your first discs with these great-value turntables
By Chris Corfield, James Grimshaw last updated
New to needles and grooves? Here’s my pick of the best beginner turntables, from Audio-Technica, Pro-Ject and more

5 things to consider when investing in a pair of earplugs
By Chris Corfield last updated
Protecting our hearing at concerts or when playing live is vital, so here are five important factors to consider when investing in a new pair of earplugs

How do earplugs for musicians work? How to ensure every note and tone is discernible but at a safer volume
By Chris Corfield published
Whether you're playing live or spending time in the studio, using earplugs is critical to prevent hearing damage

Best budget hi-fi speakers 2025: Amazing audio without breaking the bank
By Chris Corfield published
Getting the most from your music doesn't have to cost the earth - so here's our pick of budget hi-fi speakers with big sounds

Dekoni x Hifiman Cobalt headphones review
By Chris Corfield published
A collaboration between two audio experts results in a sleek pair of headphones - but are they worth the cost? We put them to the test

Best turntable speakers 2025: Take your vinyl listening to the next level
By Chris Corfield last updated
Whether you're looking for floor-standing speakers for your turntable, desktop devices or discreet models, we've picked out some of the best turntable speaker options around

7 ways to make your vinyl sound better
By Chris Corfield published
You've bought a bunch of vinyl and a record player - but how can you get the best from your set-up? We have seven handy tips to get you up and running

How to properly set up a record player
By Chris Corfield published
If you're new to vinyl and want your record player to deliver the best it can, then check out our essential set-up tips

How often should you replace your earplugs?
By Chris Corfield published
Protecting our hearing when attending live music events with a set of earplugs is paramount, but how often should we swap them out?
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