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A new design from some famous faces in the loudspeaker world, the conventional looks of the Atalante 3 are deceptive, and this is a modern, clever design, argues Alan Sircom.

• Alan Sircom
• Sep 2023

Polish tube amplifier manufacturer Closer Acoustics also makes loudspeakers. These efficient, single-driver, transmission line designs look like the Minions, but are a perfect match for its amps, says Alan Sircom.

• Alan Sircom
• Sep 2023

MOON by Simaudio might not be an obvious choice for two-way stand-mount loudspeakers. But – as Jason Kennedy discovered – the Voice 22 is perfect for the MOON Ace amp… and more.

• Jason Kennedy
• Aug 2023

With 30 years of loudspeaker building under its belt, Canadian experts Gershmann Acoustics know how to make a stand-mount sing, and Chris Kelly loves the song of the Studio II.

• Chris Kelly
• Jul 2023

Many associate MBL with its large 101 X-Treme loudspeakers, but it has more living room friendly designs too. Chris Frankland checks out the 126 omnidirectional stand-mounts from the German brand.

• Chris Frankland
• Jul 2023

Bowers & Wilkins 800 Series is the jewel in the crown of UK high-end loudspeakers, and the 805 is the only stand-mount in the range. It's recently been upgraded to 805 D4 status; Alan Sircom asks what changed?

• Alan Sircom
• Apr 2023

One of the classic BBC designs, the LS5/9 is a hard loudspeaker to improve upon, but thanks to a Panzerholz baffle, Rogers has done it and retained the BBC license, says Jason Kennedy.

• Jason Kennedy
• Feb 2023

The Contra 100S is Aretai’s only bookshelf speaker and the entry-level model in a three-strong range where all the models are distinguished by a white tweeter horn sitting on top of a contrasting black cabinet. Jason Kennedy investigates...

• Jason Kennedy
• Oct 2022

Simon Lucas tries the latest 'pocket rocket' from ELAC; the diminutive yet deceptively powerful BS 283 from the brand's new Solano line.

• Simon Lucas
• Aug 2022

KEF's LSX revolutionised the wireless active loudspeaker system and with the LSX II, the company looks set to repeat its game-changing appeal.

• Hi-Fi+ Staff
• Jun 2022

Taking the guesswork out of buying new speakers, the new Moon Voice 22

• Hi-Fi+ Staff
• May 2022

The Lumina II gives you a taste of Sonus faber loudspeaker luxury without breaking the bank. Jason Kennedy gives them a listen...

• Jason Kennedy
• Mar 2022