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The T3 Awards 2026 rewards the very best in Audio

Focal’s premium floorstanders, a fresh KEF LSX II rival, our experience repairing vintage hi-fi and more

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Focal's new speakers offer a slew of upgraded tech – but you won't believe the price

The Scala Utopia Evo M packs in a host of cool tech.

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Focal's latest high-end floorstanders are "an ode to the art of listening at home”

Focal reveals its Scala Utopia Evo M towers

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'I wouldn't even be able to afford the speaker stands' — two big-name audiophile brands just went head-to-head to release the best elite hi-fi tower speaker

Sonus faber and Focal have both revealed new floor-standing speakers, but only one company had the thought to release an affordable model too.

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Focal just unveiled a stunning-looking in-car SUV audio system with 14 speakers, a 'Power Flower' subwoofer and 690W amplification

Focal has teamed up with DS Automobiles to create an accomplished-looking audio set-up for an electric SUV.

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Five-star Dolby Atmos systems from Sony and Focal, the return of an iconic Bang & Olufsen turntable and more

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I tested the Focal Mu-so Hekla – here are three things I liked and one thing I didn't

How does the premium all-in-one system perform?

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Focal's new Doctor Who-esque speakers cost as much as a Porsche 911, but they’re here to exterminate the competition

The new Focal Diva Alta Utopia may look like Daleks who missed their call time for a Doctor Who shoot, but there's a whole lot of hi-fi going on under the hood.

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Focal's high-end flagship wireless speaker system is aimed at "demanding audiophiles" and is packed with new technology

The Diva Alta Utopia is more powerful, and considerably more expensive too

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Focal Mu-so Hekla

Focal’s pricey all-in-one system is a fantastic performer with both movies and music.

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32 sizzling summer gadgets to maximise your outdoor life and upgrade the footie season

Supercharge your vacay or staycay with our pick of the essential products for fun, entertainment, cooking and more this summer

The Focal Bathys MG headphone offers sumptuous sound and supreme comfort... and an eye-watering price

This is a headphone you just have to vibe with.

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Focal Mu-so Hekla review: Industrial design chic

The latest Mu-so maintains its mystique –and its sonic mastery

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I’ve been testing this genre-bending system – and it has me questioning if the soundbar label is outdated

A conundrum of a product

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It's official: Naim and Focal have a new owner

Their acquisition by Barco is now complete

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Apple AirPods Max 2

Apple’s premium AirPods Max 2 wireless headphones promise fresh features and sonic improvements in a classy, luxury-clad design – but is it enough to remain on par with class-leaders?

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The first-ever speakers from 22 legendary hi-fi brands

We look back to where it all began when it comes to speakers for some of the most important brands in hi-fi

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Give your car the ultimate audio upgrade with the new Focal Slatefiber speakers

These make use of a neat new technology in their construction.

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Bentley announces Naim for Mulliner high-end car stereo system with Dolby Atmos

New drivers, new materials, developed with Dolby

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Rewind: An exclusive OLED TV review, new Sonos speaker, big change for Naim and Focal and more

A lot happened last week…

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These $1,200 headphones are 6 years old but still crush today’s flagships (even Bose)

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H95 are ultra premium headphones with an equally luxurious price tag. Thankfully, they back up their cost with performance.

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Focal has a new owner – and I'm worried and excited in equal measure

Belgian firm Barco is set to take control of the brand

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What's in a Naim? Why are so many big hi-fi and home cinema brands being bought right now?

There’s a lot of cash changing hands in the world of hi-fi and home cinema

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Marquee audio brands Focal and Naim will soon have a new owner

Their parent company is being taken over by Belgian firm Barco

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