Steve May

The humble cassette tape, once the world’s default portable music format, is back in fashion. Here are the best cassette players you can buy right now

Music streaming is fine, but physical media is for keeps - and hot on the heels of the vinyl revival, comes news that interest is booming in the humble compact disc. Here's a selection of my favourite players

Got wires? These don’t! We've picked from a broad school of budget wireless headphones to find you the best-in-class that don’t break the bank

When it comes to comparing digital bits and vinyl grooves there’s more to consider than initially meets the ear

Here's our pick of wired, Bluetooth, audiophile and noise cancelling headphones that are designed to rock your world at max volume

Colourful, comfortable, well-priced and perfect for a gift, here's our favourite headphones for children

You don't need to spend a fortune to get a great pair of headphones - and to prove it, we've picked out six that'll impress for less

We've picked out our favourite speakers from iconic audio giants Marshall - from Bluetooth speakers to all-in-one powerhouses

Apple Music and Amazon Music Unlimited are both quality music streaming services, so we put them side by side to see how they compare

Unlock the potential of your headphones with one of the best headphone amps. Here’s our pick of the best around, from pocket rockets to high-end audiophile models

Not so much a luxury as a necessity, outdoor speakers can turn any open-air event into a rockfest - here are some of the best

Discover your new personal jukebox with our round-up of the best music streaming platforms

Get lost in music with our pick of the best over-ear headphones around, including Bluetooth over-ears and wired models

Look after your headphones and keep them in tip-top condition with these simple tips

There’s no need to compromise on performance when you’re buying budget headphones. Here’s our guide to the best bargains around, from wired over-ears to Bluetooth earbuds

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