Arcam SOLO NEO

The industrial design and aesthetics are striking ; Good, detailed sound quality ; Features

The UI could be more communicative, when asked to lay media beyond its caabilities

Neutral midrange and good integration make for pleasant long-term listening

A little short of attack and bass weight; no digital inputs

Eminently suited to background music playing

Improved transparency; can now stream music from a computer network; excellent tuner section; fine build

Can be a little slow to react to commands

Slim and good looking ; Impeccable sonics at the price ; Good connectivity

Plastic remote ; No high-res file support

Real hi-fi sound in a real-world form factor, Arcam’s Solo Neo is a stunner