Latest articles by Paul Dimery
5 essential record player maintenance and care tips to keep your deck spinning for longer
From dust-busting to belt-checking – follow our handy tips to keep your turntable in tip-top condition for longer
12 cheap upgrades you can make to improve your vinyl setup
We’ve hand-picked a selection of wallet-friendly gizmos and gadgets that’ll boost your record-playing experience, organise your space and make your records sound better
Best Bluetooth speakers under $100/£100 in 2025: Top budget choices from Amazon, Anker, JBL and more
Our pick of the best quality budget Bluetooth speakers around that deliver great audio for less than $100/£100
How to store your vinyl: Tips and tricks on how you can keep your record collection in great condition
Discover how you can keep your precious record collection in tip-top shape with our expert guide to vinyl storage
Cyber Monday headphones deals 2023: Our pick of the headphone sales that are still rolling on
The big annual shopping extravaganza should be over, but we've found you can still get a great pair of headphones at low prices - but you better be quick
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) vs Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen): What's your best option this Black Friday?
It’s the battle of the buds - but which of Apple’s true wireless offer you the best bang for your buck this Black Friday?
Marshall Emberton vs Marshall Emberton II: We put both portable speakers to the test
Marshall's Emberton range has become one of the audio giant's most popular speakers – but with two versions on the market, what one is best for you?
Master & Dynamic’s superb premium headphones are within reach for mere mortals with up to 40% off for Black Friday
Save hundreds this Black Friday and get your hands on a pair of luxury cans with best in class noise cancelling
Level up your gig wardrobe with up to 77% off Levi's jeans for Black Friday
Save big on The Ramones, Springsteen and Haim's denim of choice at Amazon
Hot Topic’s sizzling Black Friday sale has up to 50% off band merch, stocking fillers... and Christmas jumpers that rock
US website Hot Topic has a whole heap of scorching savings on band merch, collectables, clothing and more - and there's even Funko figures from $4
Marshall just turned the volume up on Black Friday – get up to 48% off our favourite speakers and headphones
Score serious bargains on headphones, earbuds and speakers from the guitar amp legends – including money off our favourite festival-friendly speaker
It’s not a trap! There’s a huge 42% off the Lego Star Wars AT-AT Walker at Amazon
This Black Friday deal is cooler than Hoth in the icy depths of winter – plus prices slashed on other Star Wars Lego models
Block out the Black Friday noise and protect your ears at gigs with 36% off our favourite earplugs
The Vibes Hi-Fidelity earplugs will make a great stocking filler this Christmas - and you can get them for less this Black Friday
Deck your hall with metal posters this Christmas with up to 41% off epic music designs in the Displate Black Friday sale
Displate's easy to set up stainless steel posters cover everything from music to pop culture - and their Black Friday sale has kicked off in style
Louder’s favourite five-star Sony headphones are back to their lowest-ever price for Black Friday
The much-loved Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless noise cancelling headphones are on sale on both sides of the Atlantic for Black Friday - matching Amazon's lowest-ever price
Get 100 million songs for free with this bonkers Amazon Music Unlimited 3 month trial
This brilliant pre-Black Friday streaming deal will be music to your ears
I’ve poured dozens of pints from my Philips PerfectDraft and saved loads on beer - now you can get 45% off this Black Friday
I bought a Philips PerfectDraft beer dispenser last year and I can't imagine not having it. Now you can get a perfect pour at home because Amazon have slashed the price for Black Friday
Our favourite festival-friendly Marshall speaker has been slashed by up to 40% at Amazon for a limited time
The Emberton is perfectly portable and can survive a dunking, making it a great festival companion – save big bucks before Black Friday on Marshall's best-selling outdoor speaker
5 wireless speakers we rate just got Black-Friday beating discounts
Save up to £150 on thumping wireless sound with these Sonos, Sony, Bose, JBL and Marshall speaker discounts
Best concert ticket sites
Online ticket agencies for concert tickets, sports events, theatre and more along with practical buying advice
Best karaoke machines 2025: Embrace your inner Andrew WK and prepare to party hard
Create a cacophonous chorus by grabbing a mic and belting out your rock'n'roll favourites with our pick of the best karaoke machines
Best home beer dispensers 2025: Pour the perfect pint at home
We've picked out some of our favourite home beer dispensers for indoor and outdoor use so you can enjoy a cold one any time you like
Best home brew kits 2025: Brew up your own batch of beer or cider at home
Spring is fast approaching so it won't be too long before we can share a brew or two with friends and family in the sunshine - and to help, we've picked out our favourite home-brew kits
