
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

Now Playing: check out the 5 blockbuster test tracks we’re using this May
By Harry McKerrell published
Batman, Superman, and a new Bond theme (sort of)

This Los Angeles brand is blurring the line between audio and art – for a price, of course
By Harry McKerrell published
Oben Hi-Fi’s new speaker ranges are nothing if not eye catching

“What is JBL sound? It’s powerful, dynamic and energetic” – we chat to JBL about headphones, history and 80 years in the business
By Harry McKerrell published
JBL celebrates 80 years in the game – and looks forward to 80 more…

Sharp RP-TT100
By Harry McKerrell published
Sharp is back making turntables after a significant hiatus, but has it remembered how to get your records sounding their best?

Audiovector bills its latest high-end loudspeakers as the “sweet spot” between sonic performance and refined design
By Harry McKerrell published
The R5 Arreté have landed

Majority's feature-heavy powered speakers want to dethrone Onyko and Ruark
By Harry McKerrell published
On paper, the Majority D100X offer a lot for £129

Musical Fidelity’s integrated amplifiers deploy high-end engineering for “exceptional power and precision”
By Harry McKerrell published
Musical Fidelity lifts the lid on the M5xi and M6xi integrated amplifiers

I heard a Dolby Atmos mix in a professional recording studio – and it’s changed my view of spatial audio
By Harry McKerrell published
Is this really the future of music?

The best AirPods alternatives 2026: 6 superb pairs reviewed and picked by our experts
By Andy Madden last updated
Best Buys In case Apple's in-ears aren't on your radar...

Best AirPods Max alternatives 2026: amazing options picked by our experts
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Best Buys You don't need Apple's premium headphones to have a great wireless, noise-cancelling experience.

It's taken over six years, but we finally have two new, affordable and capable Bluetooth turntables worth recommending
By Harry McKerrell published
Two superb decks enter our list of the best Bluetooth record players

The 16 best prog rock albums our hi-fi experts recommend for testing
By Alastair Stevenson published
Prog is designed to push boundaries, as well as your hi-fi system’s capabilities

Kerr's compact standmounts promise pro-level performance for smaller listening spaces
By Harry McKerrell published
Kerr unveils the K400 standmounts

Best cheap wireless headphones 2026, tested by our experts
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Best Buys Save money without sacrificing sound quality with our pick of the best cheap wireless headphones around.

TechDAS's high-end pneumatic turntable seeks "unparalleled sound" via its unique construction and high-quality materials
By Harry McKerrell published
The Air Force IV has landed

Vinyl on your radio? Discover 4 non-traditional but easy ways to listen to your turntable
By Harry McKerrell published
You don't need a full-fat hi-fi system for modern turntables

Best Bluetooth turntables 2026: 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.

Sony’s new Bluetooth turntables have an ace up their sleeve – and it’s great for vinyl newbies
By Harry McKerrell published
Pair it with active speakers for a versatile, space-saving vinyl set-up

Sony PS-LX5BT
By Harry McKerrell published
The Sony PS-LX5BT is an attractive proposition, boasting Bluetooth streaming, a built-in phono stage and automatic operation – all for a very reasonable outlay.

Sony PS-LX3BT
By Harry McKerrell published
As an entry point into the world of vinyl, the PS-LX3BT is an excellent pick. Automatic operation, Bluetooth, built-in phono stage and great sound at this price? Sold.

Feeling nostalgic? We Are Rewind's limited edition cassette player takes you back to the '80s
By Harry McKerrell published
The WE-001 lets you create your own mixtape

We pick 8 of the best Record Store Day 2026 releases – The Cure, Nas, Miles Davis, Pavement and more
By Harry McKerrell published
Exclusive releases and vinyl editions we're adding to our wish list

Paradigm's revamped speaker lineup vows to set "a new standard for affordable high-performance audio"
By Harry McKerrell published
Paradigm launches the Premier Series v2
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