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From legendary turntables to cutting-edge DACs: 33 debut products that defined hi-fi history

As What Hi-Fi? turns 50, we take a nostalgic walk down memory lane at some of the great early hi-fi successes that defined generations of products since.

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Hi-fi system upgrades: when is the right time to stop?

It is natural to want to improve the sound of your system, but how do you know when it’s the right time to stop?

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This fantastic vinyl-friendly hi-fi system combines five-star floorstanders with an Award-winning amplifier and music streamer

Together, these four products are a revelation

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15 of the very first turntables from iconic hi-fi brands

We take a trip down memory lane to explore the humble beginnings of seminal turntable brands, from Linn and Michell Audio to Technics and Rega.

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A hi-fi classic: meet Rega's first-ever record player, the Planet

The Planet established the engineering DNA that has made Rega so successful

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Forgotten gems: 8 unsung turntables that deserve to be celebrated

They may be lost in the mists of time, but these record players deserve recognition

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Unitra WSH-805

Meters, toggles and switchable between Class A/B and Class A operation – this Unitra integrated looks to be an enthusiast’s dream.

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Quad 3

Quad’s retro-inspired stereo amplifier is packed with modern features like HDMI ARC and Bluetooth, but is its sound quality as appealing as its aesthetic?

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"Hugely capable and surprisingly unfussy" – this streaming and vinyl hi-fi system is a premium package, but you'll be richly rewarded

Rega, Arcam and Epos combine to offer a wonderfully expressive set-up

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The iconic Rega Planar 3 turntable and an Award-winning CD player are at the heart of this awesome hi-fi system

A quarter of superb hi-fi products that deliver an all-round performance

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Pick of the Month: KEF’s vinyl-focused speakers, Yamaha's high-end hi-fi and Sony’s five-star headphones

It takes a lot to impress our reviewers, but these products made the cut last month

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Rega's premium phono stage promises reference-inspired vinyl performance

The Aos MC uses circuitry inspired by the brand's Aura reference model

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12 of the most exciting products I saw at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2026

Hi-fi highlights from this year's showcase

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Rega's Award-winning Planar 6 turntable gets the 'RS Edition' treatment

Featuring key elements from the more premium Planar 8

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System balance: what is the ideal amount to spend on each part of your hi-fi?

Successful system building doesn't conform to a strict formula

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Rewind: New five-star Sony earbuds, Rega’s ‘ultimate’ amp, uber-affordable Dolby Atmos and more

Our reviewers were very busy last week

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3 hi-fi products I can't wait to see in person at the upcoming Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2026

A secret turntable, active speakers and a brand new range of electronics are teased

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Roksan wants to make its hi-fi separates more user-friendly with its "transparent design philosophy" – and I got an early preview

Roksan's Caspian 4G has plenty going for it both inside and outside

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Rega Mercury/Solis

Rega’s range-topping pre/power has a thrilling music-first approach that’s hard to resist.

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In For Review: retro-inspired Quad amplifier, brand new 4K projector, and high-end Rega pre/power

Here are the 7 products we're excited to test as the new year begins

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Rega Planar 3 RS Edition vs Clearaudio Compass: which turntable reigns supreme?

Two premium turntables go head-to-head

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Hi-fi legend: watch Roy Gandy's acceptance speech for winning the Outstanding Contribution Award 2025

Wise words from the turntable master at the What Hi-Fi? Awards

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I don't care that it won't be discounted – I'm desperate to get hold of this Award-winning turntable this Cyber Monday

Discounts be damned, I want that Rega!

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Buying your first turntable? These are the six key features to look for in the Black Friday sales

An introduction for new fans of this old medium

Rega’s flagship preamp and power amp are out of this world – but now also available on Earth

Rega's new astronomy-themed flagships promise stellar sound for any space

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