Panasonic Z95A: Is this The Smartest TV ever?
New TV models come around each year but PAT PILCHER discovers that Panasonic's latest isn't just an evolution, it's a smart revolution.
These new Panasonic TVs are so smart they break the brain barrier
PAT PILCHER attends the launch event of Panasonic's rather astounding new line-up of super-smart TVs and reports on their exceptional intelligence.
This turntable runs on batteries and sounds incredible
Reviewer ANDREW BAKER liked the last The Wand turntable so much he bought it. Now there’s a ‘Master’ version to contemplate.
Technics SL-1200GR2 Turntable: audiophile delight
Don't let anyone tell you that this turntable is not for audiophiles, writes ANDREW BAKER, who gives the SL-1200GR2 our highest award.
Panasonic announces new OLED TVs, Amazon hook up
PAT PILCHER takes a quick dive into a revolutionary new range of Panasonic panels that put the "smart" in TV.
Sony’s STR-AN1000 home theatre receiver: a clean 10 out of 10 rating
Here's a home theatre receiver that not only has all the bells and whistles but also sounds great, writes a hugely impressed PAT PILCHER.
Sky Pod is good but not great
Seasoned Sky water PAT PILCHER really, really wanted to like the affordable new Sky Pod but found that its issues were deal-breakers.
Samsung’s S95B: An OLED stunner!
In the market for a premium telly with a simply smashing OLED screen and loads of other clever features? PAT PILCHER has a recommendation.
The Echo Show 15 gets Fire TV
Pat Pilcher checks out the Echo Show 15's Fire TV upgrade
This Melbourne hi-fi show is worth a trip across the Tasman
Delayed for a couple of years by the dreaded Covid, the StereoNET Hi-Fi & AV show in June is a must for Kiwi audiophiles.
The Wand EQ MM/MC Phonostage REVIEW
Designed by the late Kiwi hi-fi legend Gary Morrison, The Wand EQ is given a detailed appraisal by Witchdoctor stereo guru ANDREW BAKER.
The secrets of a good home theatre system
What makes a home theatre system really sing? GARTH MURRAY of Theophany knows a thing or three about the science of loudspeakers.
The Wand 14-4 Turntable REVIEW
ANDREW BAKER spends quality time with a New Zealand-made turntable that's both a work of art and an exceptional piece of engineering.
Technics SL-1500C Turntable REVIEW
It’s rare to come across a product that’s practically flawless, but GARY STEEL is so taken with Technics’ entry-level turntable that he gave it
Pro-Ject’s Most Popular Turntable Redefined
Pro-Ject’s newly-named Debut Carbon Evo turntable will turn up in NZ this October with a major makeover. Pro-Ject’s Australasian distributor, Interdyn, has announced
Samsung Q950TS 8K TV REVIEW
PAT PILCHER stares longingly into Samsung's latest 65-inch 8K TV screen and deems it a dramatic and very clever improvement over last year's model.
Linn’s New Karousel Single-Point Bearing
The enduring Linn Sondek LP12 turntable just got even better with the smoother rotation of its new retro-fitted Karousel single-point bearing.
Sony PS-LX310BT Turntable REVIEW
A turntable for less than $400? It’s going to be shit, ain’t it? Well no, actually, writes GARY STEEL, who is still picking his
Sony HT-X8500 Soundbar REVIEW
PAT PILCHER has to get his ears tested when he is unexpectedly blown away by the sonic properties of a cheap-as-chips Sony soundbar.
Samsung HW-Q70R/XY Soundbar REVIEW
PAT PILCHER reckons Samsung’s latest soundbar is perfect for cinematic explosions and pretty good on music, too.
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