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The New Sonos Play 5 has arrived

The brand new Sonos Play 5 is now available in store for demonstration and to purchase. Initial supply is limited and they are selling fast so move quickly if you want one to avoid disappointment.   The new Play 5 has been radically redesigned both internally and externally to improve on its already impressive predecessor. … Continued

The Totem Hawk has returned to Rayleigh.

The wonderful Totem Acoustics Hawk loudspeaker is back in Rayleigh again and we’re happy to be re-united! A rather unassuming speaker in terms of look and stature, the Hawk instantly gets your attention with its natural, open and musical sound. It’s not essentially a difficult speaker to drive, but powered properly by a suitable amp … Continued

Exclusive Sonos Play 5 Preview Event

As a Sonos Centre of Excellence, we have managed to arrange with Sonos to hold an exclusive Preview Event for the new generation Play 5 prior to its launch near the end of Novemnber. The Preview Event will be held at out Chelmsford Showroom on Tuesday, 17th November between 7 – 8p.m. Champagne and canapes … Continued

Rega ‘Queen’ Special Limited Edition Turntable

Rega RP1 ‘Queen’ Special Limited Edition Turntable Rega are proud to have been approached by legendary rock band ‘Queen’ to produce a limited edition (fully licensed) turntable to coincide with the release of their 18 piece 180g vinyl LP boxset containing all 15 hit studio albums sourced from the original master tapes mastered by Bob … Continued

Arcam Owners Loyalty Offer

If you currently own any ARCAM product then you have the chance to radically improve your listening pleasure by purchasing one of their stunning new Class G stereo amplifiers and claiming your exclusive special owner’s discount. ARCAM boldly believe these stereo amplifiers are the highest performing anywhere in the world and represent a giant leap … Continued

Welcome to the new Rayleigh website!

Just over 43 years ago, the founders of Rayleigh Hi Fi came together and decided to give the people of Essex a store offering the very best in Hi Fi equipment and services. We hoped and believed that the shop would be well received, and we weren’t disappointed! In the following decades, Rayleigh Sound & … Continued

Interest Free Credit Option

We are now able to offer an 18 month credit plan free of any interest charges, subject to status, on selected purchases.  For example, a qualifying £2,500 purchase would require a 10% deposit of £250 and 18 monthly payments of £125. Please see the example Home Cinema System option below for full details and also … Continued

Melco v3.00 Firmware update released

  A New V3.00 Firmware is now available with Direct CD-Import and performance upgrades! Available to all existing and new owners, V3.00 FW enables users to make a once-and-for-all archival quality import of their beloved CD collections onto a MELCO that will never have to be repeated – it will be so good that it … Continued

Missing out on the vinyl revival?

We are getting a lot of enquiries lately from customers regarding resurrecting old turntables that have been residing in the loft for many years. Now that vinyl is enjoying a well deserved renaissance/revival, people are suddenly thinking about reconnecting their old decks back into their system. We are happy to help revive old turntables such … Continued

The All New ‘Old’ Planar 2 is on its way

Following hot on the heels of the resurrected Planar 3 Turntable, Rega have also announced the return of the Planar 2. Although using the same name, this is a completely redesigned deck utilizing all the latest advancements that Rega have made over the last few years. NEW RB220 tonearm – New Rega designed bespoke zero … Continued

Introducing the AK Jr. Because phones aren’t so smart at music

Want to hear more from your music and get the very best from your headphones? Forget your phone: it’s just not up to it. The Astell & Kern AK Jr delivers true hi-fi quality in a slimline player that will transform your portable music experience. From studio master-quality 24bit downloads to about every music format going, the AK Jr plays it in style. You … Continued

New Rega Planar 3 Turntable unveiled

The Rega Planar 3 was the turntable that Rega built their reputation and their company on. In its current RP3 incarnation, it has scooped 5 What Hi Fi? Awards and numerous other accolades, so replacing it was never going to be an easy task. It has taken over 2 years to develop the new Planar 3 … Continued