Latest articles by Steve May
The best audiophile headphones for Hi-Fi listening 2025: Wired, Bluetooth, noise cancelling and more
High performance audiophile headphones will give you the most from your music. Here’s our pick of the best you can buy from wired over-ears to pro-style in-ear monitors
Best Apple AirPods alternatives 2025: Wireless earbud wannabes and sonic superstars taking the fight to Apple AirPods
Apple's AirPods aren't the only earbuds on the scene - but what others are worth your consideration? Here's our pick of the best AirPods alternatives available today
Lossless audio streaming: Is it worth it?
Is it now time to step-up to hi-res audio with your streaming service of choice?
Apple Music review: Apple take a bite out of the competition
Apple's music streaming service sparkles thanks to its wide range of audio options, vast array of albums, tracks, promo videos and podcasts
Tidal review: Music streaming with a difference
Tidal are looking to change the way music streaming services operate and with two points of entry, we’re think you’ll find the flexibility refreshing
Spotify vs Tidal 2024: which music service is best for you?
Spotify and Tidal are two of the most prominent music streaming services around. We've put them head to head to see exactly what you get for your money
Amazon Music Unlimited review: get your streaming fix on a budget
One of the best value streaming services out there, particularly if you’re already a Prime member
Which music streaming service pays artists the most?
Streaming accounts for 83% of UK music consumption. But how much do artists earn from the likes of Spotify, Tidal, Apple Music, Amazon Music and Qobuz?
Closed-back vs open-back headphones: What's the difference and why does it matter?
The differences between closed-back and open-back headphones is rarely explained. Here, give you everything you need to know
Best budget noise cancelling headphones 2022: Listen for less with 10 of the best
Updated Our pick of our favourite cheap noise cancelling headphones from Bose, Sony, Marshall and more prove you don’t have to break the bank to get great sound
Spotify review: Is one of the world's most popular streaming services still worth it?
Spotify is one of the biggest music streaming services in the world, but in the face of stiff competition, does it still have what it takes
Spotify vs Apple Music vs Tidal: which streaming service is best for rock and metal?
Apple Music, Spotify or Tidal? The three biggest names in music streaming go head-to-head
Bose noise cancelling headphones 700 review
These sleek-looking Bose headphones boast brilliant noise cancelling and great sound… but at a price
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 review
Audio legend Bowers & Wilkins brings home the class with these refined noise cancelling headphones
Marshall Major IV review
These aggressive on-ear headphones are perfect for everyday use, offering brilliant battery life and boisterous bass
Sennheiser HD 350BT review
These Sennheiser HD 350BT Bluetooth headphones come with almost everything but a big price tag
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 review
Can the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 earphones cut the mustard when it comes to rock and metal?
Sony WF-1000XM3 true wireless earbuds review
The leaders of the pack for rock-friendly true wireless, noise cancelling headphones
Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones review
The new Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones embrace the power of artificial intelligence to take rock and metal to another level
Are Marshall's new Monitor II A.N.C. noise cancelling headphones the best cans for rock and metal?
A first-look at Marshall's brand new, rock-friendly headphones
Beats Studio 3 Wireless noise cancelling headphones review
The Dr Dre-endorsed Beats Studio 3 Wireless noise cancelling headphones are a safe pair of cans
Sony WH-1000XM3 Bluetooth noise cancelling headphones review
The super-smart Sony WH-1000XM3 Bluetooth noise cancelling headphones are hard to beat
