Black Friday tends to bring with it a flurry of online chaos — endless scrolling, discount codes, and deals that come and go in a flash. At Audio T, we’re taking a different approach. This year, our focus is on giving you genuine value on products we know, use, and rate highly — and that means in-store only offers on carefully selected clearance items.

Across our branches, the teams have been digging through their stockrooms and handpicking some standout pieces — the gear they’ve enjoyed demonstrating, the systems that have impressed them, and the hidden gems that deserve a good home. These “Staff Picks” aren’t about shifting boxes; they’re about sharing what we genuinely think is worth your attention.

Each store has its own mix, so no two lists are the same. Think of it as a snapshot of what’s caught the ears of our experts this year — a mix of the familiar and the surprising, all available at remarkable prices for a limited time.

So let’s see what they’ve got going on at our Portsmouth store…

Steve Annals - Sales Consultant

Since joining Audio T in 2022, Steve has brought a fresh perspective to the team, combining his background in retail with a genuine enthusiasm for music and technology. After a few years selling products he didn’t feel connected to, he’s now found his stride helping customers discover sound systems that bring their favourite tracks to life — Here are his favourite items from this years Black Friday sale…

Bowers & Wilkins PX8 Wireless Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones

Was £599 - Now £400 - Save £199

The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 represent the brand at its most refined — a pair of wireless over-ear headphones that feel as good as they sound. Crafted from premium materials, with precision metal detailing and supple leather that speaks to B&W’s design pedigree, they strike a balance between luxury and practicality. They offer Bluetooth connectivity with aptX HD and Adaptive support, alongside the option of a wired connection for those who prefer it.

In use, they clearly cater to listeners who value both performance and comfort. Whether you’re travelling, commuting, or simply unwinding at home, the PX8 deliver a composed, detailed sound. With excellent noise cancellation and up to 30 hours of battery life, they’re ready for extended listening sessions without a hitch.

From my own time with them, what stands out most is their consistency. They feel solid yet comfortable, with cushioning that makes extended listening effortless. Sonically, they’re crisp and clear without losing warmth, and the bass response feels confident rather than exaggerated. In short, the PX8 manage to sound every bit as premium as they look.

Spendor A4 Compact Floor Standing Speakers

Was £2,850 - Now £1,750 - Save £1,100

From the venerable UK loudspeaker makers Spendor comes the A4, a slim floor-standing speaker that manages to deliver serious sound without dominating a room. Its design is understated, but don’t let that fool you — Despite their modest size, the A4s manage a full, balanced sound. Highs are smooth, mids articulate, and the bass extends far beyond what you’d expect from speakers of this footprint. For anyone with a smaller space — or a taste for refined sound over sheer volume — these speakers strike a rare balance, proving that big performance doesn’t always need big cabinets.

From my own experience, the A4s are impressively versatile. Their build quality and finish feel top-notch, and despite their relatively compact size, the bass is more than competent, complementing a clear, detailed midrange and crisp treble. I’ve spent a lot of time with Spendor speakers myself, and the A4 perfectly embodies what I love about them — small, elegant, and capable of delivering clarity and depth that belie their size. For those who crave extra low-end punch, pairing them with a subwoofer only enhances their already refined performance.

Alan Thomson - Sales Consultant

Alan joined Audio T in 2023 after a long career in journalism, trading deadlines for decibels and turning a lifelong passion for Hi-Fi into a new chapter. His tastes span everything from Bowie and Lou Reed to Radiohead, Pixies, and Jack White, and his experience at live gigs — from a thunderous Pixies show in Exeter to sharing The Rolling Stones with his son — has left a lasting mark. At Audio T, he brings that same curiosity to helping customers discover gear that genuinely connects with their music. Let’s take a look at his picks…

Jern Model 11 Loudspeakers

Was £1,350 - Now £750 - Save £600

Jern Model 11 speakers may not be everyone’s cup of tea visually, with a silhouette resembling Feathers McGraw from Wallace & Gromit’s “The Wrong Trousers”, but it never ceases to amaze me how good they sound.

Much of this amazement probably stems from the misconceptions that inevitably attach to a speaker housed in a curvy metal cabinet which at a cursory glance suggests the Jerns might be an instance of style over substance.

We are so used to speakers in angular MDF and wood cabinets that we struggle to believe that a solid metal cabinet, and these Jern are solid weighing in at 12kg each, can produce anything musical.

In fact the metal cabinets are far more than surface design. The metal is an alloy of cast iron and graphite which the Danish manufacturer Jern call Vibrakill which, as the trademark name suggests, is made to control vibrations and resonance.

And boy do they deliver sonically with a speed and agility that leaves many more traditional designs in the dust. The bass extension is surprising too for what are very compact speakers. At just £750* in our Black Friday deal, compared to £1,350 full price, the Jerns make a great deal of sense.

The Jerns certainly look different but come highly recommended and are well worth a listen. They are well suited to smaller listening rooms and can be placed close to a wall without affecting the sound too much. They are not the most sensitive speakers (86dB) and have a nominal 4 ohm impedance and so are likely to benefit from an amplifier with a decent bit of grunt.

Naim ND5 XS2 Network Player

Was £2,499 - Now £1,500 - Save £999

Bluesound shook up the market when they introduced the original Node and then the Node 2i by giving hi-fi enthusiasts access to relatively inexpensive but high quality streamers. Wiim then took this a step further when they introduced the WiiM Mini and WiiM Pro at close to no-brainer price-points.

At the other end of the scale we have high end units from the likes of Innuos, Linn and Naim. So it begs the question of where mid-priced streamers like the Naim ND5 XS2 fit into the picture.

Happily, the answer is that the ND5 XS2, described as Naim’s entry level streamer, offers sound quality significantly above that of less expensive streamers.

Having listened to this unit in the Portsmouth shop and at home in my own system, much of the improvement in sound quality is evident in the levels of detail presented, the depth of the soundstage and the solidity and realism that this streamer gives to voices and instruments.

The ND5 gives an insight into the music that lesser streamers cannot present convincingly. And, even stepping up to more expensive units like Naim’s own NSC 222, the ND5 XS2 is certainly not embarrassed.

Yes, the 222 reveals even more detail and space around the voices and instruments. But a unit like the NSC 222 demands a system of equivalent quality to sound its best – and that means spending some serious money.

The ND5 XS2 is reduced to £1,500* in our Black Friday clearance sale (full price is £2,499) and that makes it an absolute bargain mid-range streamer.

Working on the old hi-fi principle that you should spend as much as you can on your source units then the Black Friday-priced ND5 XS2 makes a fantastically strong case for itself.

Rega Planar 10

Was £5,400 - Now £2,750 - Save £2,650

We have been privileged in the Portsmouth shop to listen to the Rega Planar 10 with Apheta 3 cartridge for some time now. We have matched it against other high end turntables such as our demo Linn LP12 and a Michell Gyrodec and it has always held its own, and then some.

It’s a striking turntable utilising an ultra-light, sculpted plinth with a polyurethane core (Tancast 8) that is often used in the aerospace industry, between a laminate skin. Twin braces, ceramic on top and phenolic resin below, add rigidity and suppress noise.

The platter is made of a diamond-cut ceramic oxide designed to reduce resonance and stabilise speed. The RB300 tonearm is low mass with precision bearings. Power is courtesy Rega’s 24V synchronous motor controlled by the external P10 PSU for speed stability.

The moving coil, low output Apheta 3 cartridge boasts a hand-wound coil and nude diamond stylus. It extracts truly impressive levels of detail from vinyl.

All of this adds up to a fantastically engaging sound. There is a three-dimensional sound stage with excellent tonality and timing. Compared to the likes of the LP12 and Michell Gyrodec, the Planar 10 tends to a less weighty, perhaps leaner, more supple presentation with tight bass and refined mids and highs.

In a system with comparably capable components, the Planar 10 is a revelation. It delivers an exceptional vinyl experience. At almost half price in our Black Friday offer it is a high-end bargain.

To discuss the items in this article, or any other products in our Black Friday sale, then please call us on 02392 663604 or email us at portsmouth@audio-t.co.uk

Thanks for Reading

Steve and Alan - Audio T Portsmouth

So there you have it — the team in Portsmouth’s top picks, straight from the people who know the kit best. That’s just the tip of the iceberg: we’ve got bargains across speakers, headphones, streaming devices, TVs, amplifiers, AV receivers, and more. Click below to explore the full list — but don’t hang around. Once these items are gone, they’re gone!

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