Andrew Simpson

Andrew Simpson

Andrew has written for some of the UK’s biggest hifi titles and launched many on social media. With a career in digital and a passion for hifi, Audiograde was borne out of Andrew’s vision for a digital first website for the audio fans of today.

Memorable kit: 

My first pair of speakers were budget Heybrooks, hooked up via cheap bellwire to a 1970’s Rotel amp. Hearing Automatic For The People as a young teenager changed my view of what music could sound like, kickstarting my journey into better sound.

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Vertere DG-1S Sabre turntable package and Phono-1 MKII L preamp review

Analogue package that shows vinyl’s future is bright.

Roksan Attessa Feature

Roskan Attessa Streaming Amplifier review

Great value integrated package that does it all.

UK Audio reception, 2023

UK Audio Show 2023 highlights

Stunning systems from Staverton’s finest show.

UK Hi-Fi Show Live

UK Hi-Fi Show Live 2023

Hifi royalty gather in Ascot for a stunning showcase.

Perlisten R5t floorstanding loudspeaker

Mid to high-end floorstander with unique driver tech.

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Classic HiFi: Avalon Avatar floorstanding loudspeaker

Revisiting a Colorado born diminutive floorstander from yesteryear.

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Cambridge Audio AXN10 network player review

Dedicated full width network player that won’t break the bank.

Bowers & Wilkins new 600 series

Introducing Bowers & Wilkins’ 600 Series S3 and updated 800 Diamond Series Signature loudspeakers

Talking latest speakers with Bowers & Wilkins.

In-akustik Micro Air cable range

In-akustik Micro Air LS-104 loudspeaker and NF-104 interconnect cables review

German engineered cable set that’s full of clarity.

MoFi StudioDeck

MoFi StudioDeck + turntable package review

Accomplished package with pro credentials has a lot to offer at the price.

Final ZE3000

Final ZE3000 true wireless earbuds review

Entry level buds based on solid audio engineering.

REL S/510 lifestyle

REL S/510 active subwoofer review

A top class sub that adds low frequency finesse.

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