K.G. Orphanides
Recent articles by K.G. Orphanides
Philips SPA7650 review
PC speakers
This attractive set of PC speakers is underpowered for use in larger rooms, although its sound quality and directional positioning are good.
Trust Soundforce Presto 5.1 review
PC speakersThese PC speakers may be cheap, but their poor build quality, annoying remote control and limited volume make them a poor choice.
Mission M-Cube 5.1 review
PC speakersIf you can afford them, these speakers are stunning in both their looks and their audio quality. We've never heard so much detail in films.
Teufel Motiv 3 review
PC speakersWith distinctive looks and great sound quality, this is one of the best home cinema speaker sets you can get for under £500.
KEF KHT1005.2 review
PC speakersClassy-looking speakers that produce well-balanced treble and mid-range tones, but a weak bass and lack of intensity make them poor value.
Tannoy SFX 5.1 review
PC speakersTannoy's silver SFX 5.1 speakers may not be much to look at but they're great value, with fantastic audio quality.
Yamaha NS-P280 review
PC speakersThese inexpensive speakers have a powerful bass but are let down by a fuzzy mid-range and lightweight build quality.
Panasonic SA-BX500 review
Home cinema systems TVsWith a fiddly configuration and a bright sound that can become harsh on the wrong speakers, the SA-BX500 is overpriced.
Onkyo TX-SR577 review
Home cinema systems TVsWith stunning audio quality that brings out the best in any set of speakers, this is the AV receiver we'd have in our home. It's a Best Buy.
Yamaha RX-V465 review
Home cinema systems TVsThe only 5.1 model here, this low-cost and easy-to-use AV receiver has good audio quality, produces great directional audio and is superb value.