Hey everyone, John here. It’s that time of year where we’re all starting to plan our summer holidays, and we’ve got you covered when it comes to audio. Here’s a selection of our favourite portable audio tech to add quality to your summer sounds.

The new Polaris from Campfire Audio are a bit of a bass canon, yet still retain good control and clarity all round. This is one for the bass lovers, and those who enjoy an engaging and fun to listen to sound.

Hey everyone, John here. Not sure whether to buy a headphone amp? This video will not only help you understand what a headphone amp is, we will inform you of the benefits of adding an amp to your existing setup, or buying an amp with your new headphones.

Everyone’s ears are different, and to really achieve the most comfortable fit, along with the best isolation, you have to go down the custom route.

Headphones. Earphones. You know 'em, and you love 'em. But what's the real difference?

Our video review of the Etymotic ER2-SE and ER2-XR in ear isolating earphones. Curious about the difference between these sister models? Which one would work better for you? Give our video a watch for all the information you need!

The Leonidas II from Effect audio is the kind of cable that brings out the finer detail in your monitors, along with expanding the soundstage and adding a slightly more organic tone.

Their sound quality, technology, design and comfort are normally associated with more expensive models - the SoundMAGIC E11BT should be top of your list when looking for a new Bluetooth earphone.

If you’re looking for some wired earphones for some easy listening then have a go on the Final E4000.

We are giving away a Shanling M0 hi res audio player and a pair of Shanling ME100 earphones! See below for rules and instructions on how to enter!

Get the full rundown of how hi-res audio works, and what it means for you in our new video guide.

Our video guide to the history of Bluetooth, and all the features of Bluetooth 5.0.

Our video review of the Shanling ME100. We think you'd be hard pressed to beat it at this price point!

Your go-to guide for the latest releases in the world of headphones, earphones, players, amps, speakers, accessories, and everything else! Check back here for updates regularly.

Our review of the SoundMAGIC Vento P55 V3.0, SoundMAGIC's latest on-ear headphone.