Stevyn Durham

Stevyn Durham brings over 20 years of hands-on experience in the AV industry to Future Shop, where he works as a Technical and Customer Service Consultant. He specialises in AV system design, Hi-Fi setup, and in-depth product testing, providing impartial, expert advice to audiophiles across the UK and beyond.

Before joining Future Shop in 2023, Stevyn spent nearly two decades at Sevenoaks Sound & Vision designing and installing bespoke audio-visual systems. His background includes CAD schematics, system integration, and hardware configuration across leading brands like Arcam, NAD, Sony, and Marantz. Earlier in his career, he worked in vinyl mastering, digital music platforms, and professional photography developing a rare blend of technical and creative insight that informs his writing today.

At Future Shop, Stevyn is a key member of the AV consultancy team, helping customers optimise their systems with the right cables, accessories, and components. He’s particularly passionate about analogue audio and is widely regarded by colleagues and customers as a vinyl and turntable expert, regularly assisting with cartridge alignment, isolation setups, and performance tuning.

His blog articles focus on real-world testing, product comparisons, and buying advice helping readers cut through the noise with honest insights based on direct hands-on experience. Every recommendation he makes is grounded in practical use and customer-focused outcomes.

When he’s not helping customers or writing, Stevyn enjoys playing guitar, curating music, exploring photography, and tinkering with his own Hi-Fi system at home.

Author expertise includes:
- Hi-Fi and AV connectivity
- System configuration & installation
- Turntable and cartridge setup
- Cable comparisons and reviews
- Room acoustics and system synergy

Articles by Stevyn aim to help you hear the difference and understand why it matters.