speaker Tests (P. 15/25)

"Griffin Amplifi"

Published on: 10/2007

On test: Griffin Technology Amplifi iPod Speaker System

The all-in-one form factor for iPod speaker systems have long been a popular choice for consumers. Apple's own iPod Hi-Fi exploits the ease of use provided by a single-unit system, and the Bose SoundDock remains a popular choice on the Apple Store. Griffin has aggressively launched the Amplifi at a sub-£100 price point, something bound to catch the bargain-scouting consumer's eye. For just £90 though, can this all-in-one option truly compete in the mean world of iPod accessories? → More

"Ferguson Hill FH007 Horn Speaker System review"

Published on: 10/2007

On test: Ferguson Hill FH007 with FH008

You love your iPod, you love music, you love things that look cool. Thought you did. So, according to speaker makers Ferguson Hill it makes sense to blow the better of £500 on a pair of speakers for your iPod and a further £275 on a subwoofer. But is it all a bit excessive or worth the outlay? We get listening to find out. → More

"Ferguson Hill FH007 mini speaker system"

Published on: 10/2007

On test: Ferguson Hill FH007

Ferguson Hill is a relative newcomer to the consumer audio market. Formed in 2003, the company has so far concentrated on the professional and high-end market. This, the FH007, marks Ferguson Hills entry into the more mainstream consumer market. → More

"Altec Lansing VS2421 2.1 speakers review"

Published on: 10/2007

On test: Altec-Lansing VS2421

Chances are you've still got the speakers that your computer shipped with. Chances are they aren't that great. Chances are Altec Lansing want to woo you with its latest offering - the VS2421. But can it? We get listening to find out. → More

"Instant hi-fi for the MP3 crowd"

Issue: 11/2007

On test: Audioengine A5

We're led to understand that some people only play music from an MP3 player or a computer. Some people, apparently, never enter an HMV store or the like, instead downloading all their music from this new-fangled internet thing. Received wisdom has it that these people aren't interested in traditional hi-fi - these modern consumers value convenience and style above quality. What's interesting is that this thinking seems to have produced the Tannoy system on p18 (one from a traditional hi-fi company), but this product (from a start-up) is a more conventional set-up with a substantially more 'hi-fi' sound. → More