I've covered every Prime Day and these are the 9 best hi-fi, headphone and home cinema deals still live today
The Prime Big Deal Days sale has officially ended but there is still time to snag a few bargains on five-star products
by Joe Cox · whathifiRefresh
2024-10-10T09:33:01.834Z
Two special Sony savings
We feel like we've talked about Sony a lot this Prime Day but they do make great products and there are a lot of them, so it's only natural they they also go on sale. If you're still in the market for a premium pair of wireless earbuds or an affordable turntable, you couldn't do much better than these two deals below.
Sony PS-LX310BT was £239 now £199 Amazon (save £40)
This hugely capable and fuss-free Sony deck is the best Bluetooth turntable we've tested. With fully automatic operation, a built-in phono stage and Bluetooth streaming, the PS-LX310BT is ideal for modern vinyl fans who want wireless convenience and an entertaining sound.
Five stars
Price check: £199 @ John Lewis
Sony WF-1000XM5 was £259 now £189 (save £55)
Sony's five-star WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds sound unbelievably clear, detailed and refined. They also pack in some of the most extensive features available for the price. Few rivals can match them for sound quality, and this new low price only makes them more attractive. Five stars.
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2024-10-09T20:27:59.737Z
Browse up to 51% off Blu-rays and DVDs on Amazon
Oppenheimer (2023) 4K Blu-ray: was £19 now £16 at Amazon UK
What's the point of a new TV or soundbar without a good movie to test it out? The multi-Academy Award-winning blockbuster Oppenheimer is an excellent film and also happens to be one of our main reference discs, used to test everything from AVRs to projectors. And there's a Prime Day deal.
Dune (2021) 4K Blu-ray: was £16 now £11 at Amazon UK
In the mood for a sci-fi epic? Another of our go-to test discs, Dune is another well-received film that we reach for when testing speaker packages and soundbars. The spectacular Dune: Part Two was released this year, so this Prime Day deal is a perfect excuse to catch up on the soon-to-be trilogy.
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2024-10-09T18:54:49.669Z
Sennheiser's wired headphones are some of the most respected and accomplished models for stunningly detailed, composed and spacious sound. If that sounds like you, you're in luck: the superb HD 820 wired headphones have a massive £550 off right now.
We originally reviewed these high-end closed-back headphones at £1999, but the HD 820 can be yours for just £1249 at Sevenoaks. If your home audio system needs an upgrade and you have been eyeing-up these premium Sennheiser cans for a while, now could be the right time to pounce.
Sennheiser HD 820 was £1799 now £1249 (save £550)
Cleverly engineered, detailed, organised and dynamic sound with powerful, agile bass, these terrific closed-back headphones deliver a touch of magic in a supremely comfortable, long-lasting design. These headphones will last a lifetime, and £550 off makes them worth the investment.
Price check:
£1280 @ Amazon
£1249 @ Richer Sounds
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2024-10-09T18:40:36.580Z
Dolby Atmos soundbar system
If you’re looking for a compact, cost-effective way to add Dolby Atmos to your home cinema setup, look no further: retailers have slashed the price of the JBL Bar 1300.
The deal is still live and lets you pick up the Dolby Atmos soundbar package for £899, a huge £400 saving on its regular £1299 price.
JBL Bar 1300 was £1299 now £899 (save £400)
If you want a solid, wireless Dolby Atmos audio package then the JBL Bar 1300 is a fantastic option. For your money, you get a bold-sounding system with a wonderfully wide soundstage. And now a big Prime discount.
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2024-10-09T18:23:54.765Z
Super-cheap five-star TV!
Our favourite cheap TV is sitting at its cheapest-ever price. The last time we saw it this low was back in July. The TV in question is the 50-inch version of Amazon's Fire TV Omni QLED, which can be yours for just £380 at Amazon. That's a whopping saving of £270 (42 per cent) on the full price of £650.
You will regularly find discounts on Amazon's TVs – in fact, the discounts are so common that we strongly advise against anyone paying full price – but this is a particularly tempting offer which deserves to be brought to wider attention.
Amazon Fire TV QLED 50-inch £650 £380 (save £270)
We reviewed Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED QL50F601 and gave it five stars, praising its balanced picture and surprisingly decent gaming specs. It's a consistent and considered performer for the price and provides a very satisfying and authentic picture for the money. Five stars
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2024-10-09T17:15:03.854Z
Looking for a pair of truly affordable noise-cancelling wireless headphones? These Sennheiser HD 450BT headphones might be a few years old now, but we're still rather fond of these well-made, foldable, punchy and smooth-sounding cans. And their price has just plunged to £85 at Amazon.
We saw these four-star cans drop to £99 during last year's Black Friday sales, but this is the new lowest price we've seen all year – and it's an absolute budget bargain.
Best Sennheiser HD 450BT wireless headphones deal
Sennheiser HD 450BT was £100 now £85 (save £15)
While we've seen the Sennheiser HD 450BT fall to £99 before during Black Friday, this is the lowest-ever price these wireless headphones have fallen. With excellent noise cancelling, a smooth sonic profile and comfortable, solid build, they're a budget bargain (and sound better than some newer models too).
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2024-10-09T16:11:34.873Z
Ultimate OLED TV deals
The 42-inch LG C4 is the smallest size in the tech giant’s current step down line of OLED TVs. It’s also a direct successor to the LG C3, a What Hi-Fi? Award-winner that up until now has been the small OLED we recommend to most people.
Does it live up to its predecessor’s legacy? Thankfully, after putting it through its paces in our review labs we’re happy to confirm the 42-inch LG C4 is a fantastic OLED TV for those short on space.
And it has been sliced in price this Prime Day. Various retailers are offering a cut-price deal but right now the biggest saving is a £530 saving at Amazon.
Bargain OLED TV
LG OLED42C4 OLED TV £1399 £869 at Amazon (save £530)
The 42-inch C4 is one of the best deals going for anyone on the hunt for a small OLED. In our five-star review, we praise its "wonderfully punchy, immersive viewing experience despite its small form factor". What Hi-Fi? Award-winner
Price check: £1099 at Richer Sounds, £999 at Sevenoaks
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2024-10-09T15:51:20.099Z
Looking for a really good, genuinely affordable turntable with awesome features? Then look no more, as the five-star Sony PS-LX310BT – our favourite Bluetooth turntable – has reached its lowest price yet at Amazon.
Be warned that this Sony turntable deal never lasts long, so you had better hurry and snap up this terrific deal on an entertaining, fuss-free deck before midnight strikes!
Sony PS-LX310BT was £239 now £189 (save £50)
This hugely capable and fuss-free Sony deck is the best Bluetooth turntable we've tested. With fully automatic operation, a built-in phono stage and Bluetooth streaming, the PS-LX310BT is ideal for modern vinyl fans who want wireless convenience and an entertaining sound to enjoy their budding record collection – without spending hundreds. Five stars
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2024-10-09T14:39:16.225Z
Technics SA-C600 CD/streaming system
Technics is on a great run at the moment. The brand had a bit of a rocky start when it was reintroduced into the market in 2014, but since then has quickly found its feet. Over recent years we’ve reviewed a fair number of the company’s products and they’ve invariably been solid and talented performers. Not all have been class leaders, of course, but more often than not Technics hits gold – as it has with the SA-C600 system we have on test here. We call it a system, but you still need to add a pair of speakers.
Usually, such systems are all about looks and features but Technics has shown that it is possible to add great sound into the mix. It is a really well-conceived product and fully deserves the What Hi-Fi? Awards wins that have followed. Highly recommended.
Lowest Price Ever!
Technics SA-C600 was £899, now £789 at Peter Tyson (save £110)
There isn’t much the Technics SA-C600 system can’t do. It will play your CDs, stream music from your favourite service, play vinyl from a connected turntable, and it has a 30W per channel amplifier inside so all you need to do is plug in a pair of speakers and you're good to go. It looks and feels elegant, and sounds even better. A charming, entertaining, talented hi-fi system.
What Hi-Fi? 2024 Award winner
Deal also available at Richer Sounds and Sevenoaks
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2024-10-09T14:31:29.591Z
The best Amazon Prime Day deals under £50
If you don't want to spend a fortune but do fancy something shiny and new to drop through your letterbox, you could do a lot worse than the following selection of serious bargains.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K: was £60 now £40 at Amazon UK
Our previous favourite streaming deal saw the Fire TV Stick drop to just £17 – unfortunately, that deal has just sold out. Fear not, as the step-up model which unlocks 4K streaming, Dolby Atmos HDR and a faster chipset is also on sale, so don't hesitate to snap up this streamer if you missed the previous Fire sale. We've not reviewed this latest model yet, but we did award the last generation Fire TV Stick 4K five stars, so the likelihood that this is an equally talented streamer is reasonably high.
Sony WF-C500: was £89 now £35 at Amazon UK
These Award-winning earbuds have just been replaced by a new WF-C510 variant, but that doesn't mean they should be overlooked this Prime Day. At just £35, they're less than half the price we originally tested them at, making them an absolute steal. Expect a comfortable fit, compact size and a "spirited, well-balanced sound". You don't get active noise cancelling with these models, but for £35 can you really complain?
Five stars – Award-winner
Read our full Sony WF-C500 review
Tribit Stormbox Micro 2: was £60 now £48 at Amazon UK
We're cutting it slightly close to the price boundary here, but the five-star Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 is a bargain Bluetooth speaker in its own right, so an even lower price is worth celebrating. At just £48 (£12 lower than the price when we reviewed it) the Stormbox Micro 2 is a feature-packed, compact and enjoyable-sounding portable speaker – and its rugged design means it's an ideal companion for the great outdoors.
Five stars
Read our full Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 review
Amazon Echo Dot (5th Generation): was £55 now £23 at Amazon UK
This better-than-half-price saving on Amazon's compact smart speaker is an ideal entry point into the world of Alexa-powered smart home peripherals. It also happens to sound great for the price, with an expansive and dynamic performance that caught us off guard in our full review. Better yet, Amazon is offering a range of smart home starter kits featuring this speaker, including a smart plug bundle or a Philips Hue lightbulb bundle.
Five stars
Read our full Amazon Echo Dot (5th Generation) review
Sony WH-C520: was £49 now £32 at amazon.co.uk
While this isn't flagged as a Prime Day deal on Amazon's storefront specifically, these affordable Sony wireless headphones are cheaper than when we reviewed them – which is pretty impressive considering that they only cost £49 at the time. With a further £17 knocked off the price, these basic five-star Bluetooth cans impress where it counts with a balanced and engaging sound.
Amazon Fire 7: was £60 now £29.50 at Amazon UK
Amazon's budget tablet was already a bargain when we reviewed it at £60 as it managed to hold its own in a world of iPads that cost five times as much as the plucky Fire 7. Of course, Amazon has heavily discounted its own hardware for its savings event, and it's hard to argue with a fully-fledged tablet for £30, especially when it's an Award winner. This model features ads on the lock screen, though you can pay an additional £10 to remove them if you so desire.
Five stars – Award-winner
Read our full Amazon Fire 7 review
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2024-10-09T14:22:20.482Z
Get this one if: you just want better sound from your TV
Sonos Ray £279 £149 at Amazon (save £130)
A cheap and cheerful way to upgrade your TV's sound. This bar features only an optical connection, but it makes up for that with an energetic, upbeat sound and all the clever streaming features of the Sonos system.
The Sonos Ray hit an unexpectedly new lowest price this Prime Day, making it the obvious one to buy if you want a cheap and cheerful upgrade and an intro to the Sonos system.
Available in black or white, the Ray measures just 56cm in width, meaning it is best suited to smaller TVs or even as a desktop speaker with a monitor.
2024-10-09T14:08:18.496Z
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