Chris Corfield

When it comes to enjoying live music, looking after your hearing is paramount. Myself and the Louder team have tested what we think are the best earplugs for gigs, plus we have full reviews and advice from hearing experts

If you've just started collecting vinyl and are looking to pick up your first turntable, check out some of our favourite record players that offer great bang for your buck

In this guide you'll find a selection of the Louder team's favourite Bluetooth record players from the likes of Sony, Audio-Technica, House Of Marley, Pro-Ject and more

Protecting our hearing at concerts or when playing live is vital, so here are five important factors to consider when investing in a new pair of earplugs

Whether you're playing live or spending time in the studio, using earplugs is critical to prevent hearing damage

Getting the most from your music doesn't have to cost the earth - so here's our pick of budget hi-fi speakers with big sounds

Whether you're looking for floor-standing speakers for your turntable, desktop devices or discreet models, we've picked out some of the best turntable speaker options around

You've bought a bunch of vinyl and a record player - but how can you get the best from your set-up? We have seven handy tips to get you up and running

If you're new to vinyl and want your record player to deliver the best it can, then check out our essential set-up tips

Protecting our hearing when attending live music events with a set of earplugs is paramount, but how often should we swap them out?

Control your music the smart way and hear it as the artist intended