
Harry McKerrell
Harry McKerrell is a senior staff writer at What Hi-Fi?. During his time at the publication, he has written countless news stories alongside features, advice and reviews of products ranging from floorstanding speakers and music streamers to over-ear headphones, wireless earbuds and portable DACs. He has covered launches from hi-fi and consumer tech brands, and major industry events including IFA, High End Munich and, of course, the Bristol Hi-Fi Show. When not at work he can be found playing hockey, practising the piano or trying to pet strangers' dogs.
Latest articles by Harry McKerrell

Can JLab's budget wireless earbuds compete with Sony's five-star class leaders?
By Harry McKerrell published
The JBuds Pods arrive alongside the Go Pods

I've heard JLab's new range of Bluetooth speakers – designed to light up your party for less
By Harry McKerrell published
JLab has unveiled a host of Bluetooth speakers ranging from a dinky, super-cheap unit to a full-blown party companion.

12 albums from 2000 that are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year
By Kashfia Kabir published
From Eminem to Linkin Park, PJ Harvey to A Perfect Circle, these are the best albums from 2000 that are turning 25 this year.

Cambridge Audio's latest wireless earbuds are designed to sound their best at all volumes
By Harry McKerrell published
Cambridge Audio has launched its latest pair of true wireless earbuds, the Melomania A100, with 10mm Neodymium drivers and customisable active noise cancelling.

Cambridge Audio takes one of our favourite streaming amps to the next level with its fully featured Evo 150 SE
By Harry McKerrell published
Cambridge Audio has added to its established line of Evo streaming amps with the special edition Evo 150 SE.

Finally! This might be our first proper evidence that the Sony WF-1000XM6 are on the way
By Harry McKerrell published
A filing has been spotted for what is likely the Sony WF-1000XM6, the much-anticipated sequel to 2023's Award-winning XM5 wireless earbuds.

Best music streaming services 2025: free streams to hi-res audio
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Best Buys The best music streaming services offer slick interfaces, high-quality audio and access to millions of tracks – here are the top choices.

Best running headphones and wireless earbuds 2025: tested on the road and in the gym
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys The best running headphones will deliver great sound while offering sweat-resistant designs that stay securely in place.

Best DAB radios 2025: the best-sounding digital radios that we highly recommend
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys Want to get a whole host of tunes for free, over the airwaves and hiss-free? A digital DAB radio is a great shout.

JBL's first open-ear sports buds blend "punchy, dynamic" sound with enough battery life to go the distance
By Harry McKerrell published
JBL has unveiled its latest pair of wireless earbuds, the Endurance Zone, featuring an open, over-ear hook design and 32 hours of battery life.

Best in-ear headphones 2025: top earbuds tried and tested by our experts
By Andy Madden, Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys These are the best earbuds we've tested, including cheap pairs as well as premium options for serious listening.

SME Model 8
By Ketan Bharadia published
The Model 8 delivers a good dose of SME’s famed sonic DNA in a neat, well-built package.

Best Bluetooth turntables 2025: wireless record players tried and tested by experts
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys If you love vinyl but value convenience and versatility, check out our guide to the best Bluetooth turntables across all budgets.

Best internet radios 2025: modern radios with streaming smarts
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys With internet connectivity and free streaming to boot, the best internet radios are fit for the 21st century.

PMC Prophecy 7
By Ketan Bharadia published
PMC’s Prophecy 7 deliver class-leading clarity and a seamless presentation from a room-friendly three-way design.

Arcam adds Qobuz Connect to three of its latest hi-fi streaming products
By Harry McKerrell published
Arcam has added Qobuz Connect support to the SA35 and SA45 integrated streaming amplifiers, as well as the brand's flagship ST25 music streamer.

5 brilliant budget audio products to soundtrack your summer
By Harry McKerrell published
Keep costs down as temperatures rise

Bose is readying a rival to the Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds – but I see a problem
By Harry McKerrell published
I'm excited for the arrival of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen), but one thing threatens to rain on my parade

6 of the best genre-swerving tracks to test your hi-fi system
By Joe Svetlik published
Forget staying in your lane, use these genre-hoppers to give your system a workout.

Audio-Technica AT-LP8X
By Ketan Bharadia published
Audio-Technica’s AT-LP8X is a simple-to-use, but capable turntable for those who want fuss-free vinyl replay.

A classic Radiohead track is back in the charts again – but this is the song I'd use for testing instead
By Harry McKerrell published
Let Down is enjoying a major revival thanks to the likes of TikTok and YouTube, but is it the best Radiohead test track for probing your system's capabilities?

These luxury open-back headphones aim to deliver a "remarkably balanced, nuanced" sound
By Harry McKerrell published
If you've got serious money to spend, Dan Clark Audio's Noire XO are ready to empty your bank account.

Audio-Technica's mid-range earbuds pack plenty of features and a bulging battery life
By Harry McKerrell published
Audio-Technica's latest pair of wireless earbuds, the ATH-CKS50TW2, boast a whopping 65 hours of battery life.
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