James Grimshaw
James Grimshaw is a freelance writer and music obsessive with over a decade in music and audio writing. They’ve lent their audio-tech opinions (amongst others) to the likes of Guitar World, MusicRadar and the London Evening Standard – before which, they covered everything music and Leeds through their section-editorship of national e-magazine The State Of The Arts. When they aren’t blasting esoteric noise-rock around the house, they’re playing out with esoteric noise-rock bands in DIY venues across the country; James will evangelise to you about Tera Melos until the sun comes up.
Latest articles by James Grimshaw

By James Grimshaw Last updated
Buying guide Get the party started with these full-fat, high-wattage Bluetooth speakers from Marshall, JBL, Soundboks and more

By James Grimshaw Last updated
Disney+ is a mecca for family-friendly programming, but also a font of excellent adult-oriented media, music content and more

By James Grimshaw Published
This streaming platform is a sometimes-buggy, often-charming collection of nostalgic media and trailblazing TV - but music obsessives might be disappointed

By Tom Parsons Last updated
Buying guide Get lost in the mix and experience your music up close and personal with our choice of headphones from Sony, Sennheiser and more

By Chris Corfield Last updated
Buying guide Myself and the Louder team have put a number of concert-ready earplugs through their paces to see which are the best choices

By Scott Munro Last updated
Cyber Monday might officially be over, but we've found loads of CD deals that are still in play. Just be quick is you see something you want

By Scott Munro Last updated
Missed out on the Cyber Monday sales? Don't worry, as there's still time to grab a bargain - but don't delay

By Scott Munro Last updated
Cyber Monday is over but that doesn't mean to say the deals are, as you can still buy LPs at a reduced price - but be quick!

By Scott Munro Last updated
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over for another year, but even if you missed out, there are still some excellent deals to get if you're quick

By James Grimshaw Published
The Sony Walkman was my first portable music player back in the day - and it warms my heart to see it still going strong as an MP3 player - save on a trio of MP3 players

By James Grimshaw Last updated
Marshall’s noise-making pedigree is on full display with these ace hi-fi products – and exclusively-discounted for Black Friday

By James Grimshaw Published
Feel like the Big Cheese this Black Friday with awesome discounts on the Nixon x Nirvana watch range - plus 25% off site-wide

By James Grimshaw Published
The Activo P1 is one of the Louder team's favourite modern MP3 players - and it's been heavily discounted for Black Friday

By James Grimshaw Published
Loop’s offering 25% off almost everything for Black Friday - including the Experience 2, Engage 2 and Switch 2 earplugs

By James Grimshaw Published
It's been 20 years since the MP3 player explosion - and, against all odds, it's staging a comeback. We explore the reasons why, and why you should be all-in

By Tom Parsons Last updated
Buying guide Don’t know what record player to buy? I’ve collected a shortlist of my favourite turntables available today, from affordable automatics to hi-end, hi-fi highlights

By James Grimshaw Published
Plug your lugs with these highly-versatile earplugs from a seminal audio heavyweight

By Tom Parsons Last updated
Buying guide From bookshelf to floorstanding, wallet-friendly to budget-busting, traditional to high-tech - these are the very best speakers you can buy

By Steve May Last updated
Buying guide From park chillers to garden-fillers, you need a speaker that’s outdoor-ready; here’s a handful of the best from JBL, Marshall and more

By James Grimshaw Published
With depth, dimensionality and comfortable ear cups, these open-back wonders change the game for affordable hi-fi

By Steve May Last updated
Buying guide Your children’s formal education in all things (not-so-) loud can start now, with these colourful, comfortable and kid-friendly headphones

By Paul Dimery Last updated
Buying guide Portable record players are great space-saving turntables for the newer vinyl lover, as well as for those tight on space; read on to discover the best of the bunch

By Scott Munro, James Grimshaw Last updated
Buying guide Whether you’re upgrading your setup or new to vinyl, these records are must-plays for your new hi-fi
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