
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

Sony WH-1000XM6 are official: price, features, verdict and all the details
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Sony has finally lifted the lid on the XM6, three years after the XM5. Here's everything you need to know.

Triangle's latest speakers pledge greater sonic clarity thanks to upgraded cabinets, crossovers and drivers
By Harry McKerrell published
Triangle has added to its Borea line of speakers with the standmount Borea BR04.

Clearaudio's N1 aims to set a new benchmark for entry-level moving-magnet cartridges
By Harry McKerrell published
German audio manufacturer Clearaudio has announced its latest moving-magnet cartridge which aims to set a new benchmark for products of its type and price.

Best budget record players 2025: affordable turntables tried and tested
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys You don't have to spend a fortune to get a great record player, so here are the best budget decks we've tested and can fully recommend.

LG Xboom Buds (2025)
By Harry McKerrell published
LG’s wireless earbuds are reasonably competent, but they have a way to go if they’re going to trouble the market leaders.

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 vs Apple AirPods Max: which premium headphones are top of the pops?
By Tom Wiggins published
Can B&W’s latest over-ears give Apple’s impressive cans a run for their money?

Fyne Audio's high-end floorstanders aim to replicate the experience of a live performance in your living room
By Harry McKerrell published
With flagship technology and a serious asking price, the F704SP see Fyne looking to enhance its reputation for fantastic floorstanders.

Meze's latest open-back headphones tease a "crisp, engaging and detailed audio experience"
By Harry McKerrell published
Meze is heading to the High End Munich Show this year with a brand new pair of open-back headphones, the 105 Silva.

Best Alexa speakers 2025: Amazon's voice-powered smart speakers tried and tested
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys Combining great sound with useful voice-controlled features, these are the best Alexa smart speakers tested by our expert team

Astell & Kern unveils new flagship portable music player packed with hi-res streaming features and a redesigned internal circuitry
By Harry McKerrell published
Debuting at High End Munich 2025, the A&ultima SP4000 offers enhanced circuitry and hi-res file support alongside two new pairs of in-ear headphones.

This modular, upgradable Bluetooth speaker is designed to last a lifetime and could be a JBL rival
By Harry McKerrell published
Fully serviceable and made with recycled materials, the Poca Audio Pine Beat has been built to last.

Best Sony headphones 2025: top pairs recommended by our expert reviews team
By Andy Madden last updated
Best Buys Sony has some truly remarkable headphones at its disposal – here are the best we've tested that you can buy.

dCS's new high-end music streamer offers greater versatility, a new design and promises potent performance
By Harry McKerrell published
A larger spin on the established Lina DAC, the dCS Lina DAC X is a music streamer with ample streaming support and a host of physical connections.

Best smart speakers 2025: top voice-assistant speakers tested by our experts
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys Speakers with virtual voice assistants baked in are all the rage, so our experts have tested the lot to find out which ones are top of the class

Sennheiser expands its mid-range Accentum line with a pair of "liberating" open wireless earbuds
By Harry McKerrell published
Sennheiser is the latest manufacturer to put out a pair of open earbuds, following on from the likes of Apple, Bose, Panasonic and Sony.

Did we just catch our first proper glimpse of the much-anticipated Sony WH-1000XM6?
By Harry McKerrell published
Is this the first major look at the Sony WH-1000XM6? An Amazon listing gives us a tantalising look...

Beyerdynamic's anniversary headphones shed their limited edition status and are part of the brand's core line-up
By Harry McKerrell published
Originally released as part of Beyerdynamic's 100-year anniversary, the The DT 770 Pro X are dropping their 'Limited Edition' status and becoming a market mainstay.

Bowers & Wilkins' five-star cans storm onto our list of the best wireless headphones
By Harry McKerrell published
The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 have made it onto our list of the best wireless headphones, ousting the excellent Dali IO-8 in the process.

8 tracks we've been using to test in the What Hi-Fi? listening rooms this month
By Harry McKerrell published
This month's edition features early 2000s nostalgia, a nu-metal masterpiece, Lorde's latest banger and an Arcane-inspired tale of vengeance.

Best free music apps 2025: free ways to stream music on Android and iPhone
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys All the free music and radio streaming apps you need for listening on your Android or iPhone.

Lindy's noise-cancelling wireless headphones prepare to battle Sony's affordable Award-winners
By Harry McKerrell published
The Lindy BNXe aim to be the best noise-cancelling budget headphones, but can they beat the Sony WH-CH720N for the top spot?

Best sports and workout headphones 2025: top earbuds for keeping active
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys The best running companions, featuring bespoke sporting models alongside wireless earbuds that we think are as good at home as they are on the track.

I listened to Audiovector's flagship floorstanders, and they're an incredibly fun way to spend a small fortune
By Harry McKerrell published
Take a trip to Copenhagen to listen to Audiovector's flagship R10 Arreté loudspeakers? Don't mind if I do...
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