
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

FiiO's hi-res portable music player aims to reward listeners with "uncompromising sound quality"
By Harry McKerrell published
The M33 R2R joins FiiO's extensive line of hi-res portable music players

Cambridge Audio takes on KEF with its first-ever active wireless stereo speaker systems
By Harry McKerrell published
Will the new L/R range give KEF sleepless nights?

Hands on: Cambridge Audio L/R X
By Harry McKerrell published
Not yet ratedCan Cambridge successfully break new ground?

Shokz claims its flagship open-ear wireless earbuds are its "most revolutionary" design ever
By Harry McKerrell published
The OpenFit Pro introduce noise reduction tech

LG's expanded roster of Bluetooth speakers includes a military-grade adventurer and a powerful party-starter
By Harry McKerrell published
LG's will.i.am-tuned Xboom line continues to grow

Earfun's wireless headphones offer massive battery life and next-gen features at hugely affordable prices
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Updates to Air Pro 4+ and Wave Pro X models at CES 2026

Of all the test tracks I used in 2025, this is the one I played the most – and you should hear it too
By Harry McKerrell published
My trusty companion throughout a turbulent year

Got cash for Christmas? I'm eyeing these 5 great products in the New Year sales
By Harry McKerrell published
Santa let you down? Take matters into your own hands...

I tested a host of standmounts this year, and it proves there are endless ways to design a great speaker
By Harry McKerrell published
The mid-price speaker market is in rude health

Luxman E-07
By Ketan Bharadia published
The Luxman E-07 is a superbly engineered phono stage that’s packed with sensible features and delivers an exceptional sound.

Bach with more bite: how to listen to classical music's greatest ever composer
By Harry McKerrell published
Hi-fi listening lessons from the GOAT

Rega Planar 3 RS Edition vs Clearaudio Compass: which turntable reigns supreme?
By Harry McKerrell published
Two premium turntables go head-to-head

Triangle Borea BR04
By Harry McKerrell published
Triangle bolsters its Borea range with the BR04 standmounts, but they’ll need to bring their A-game if they’re to compete in a super-tough market.

This affordable new range of open earbuds are aimed at listeners who "refuse to compromise on sound or comfort"
By Harry McKerrell published
Cleer introduces the Arc 4 and Arc 4+ earbuds

Goodbye, 2025! Check out 7 of our favourite test tracks of the year
By Harry McKerrell published
2025 signs off in style

Seeking a funky, spacious-sounding JBL alternative? This retro-modern Bluetooth speaker is more than 25 per cent off
By Harry McKerrell published
It has ambient lighting!

This rugged, punchy-sounding Sony speaker is nearly half price – and a great alternative to the JBL Flip 7
By Harry McKerrell published
You don't have to buy a JBL Bluetooth speaker...

A big year ahead? 6 pairs of wireless headphones and earbuds I'd love to see in 2026
By Harry McKerrell published
A momentous year could be on the cards...

Are these affordable noise-cancelling wireless earbuds about to challenge Sony's crown?
By Harry McKerrell published
Will the Final ZE300 test the Sony WF-C510?

Could a sequel to Sony's five-star budget headphones land in 2026? Here are 4 things we'd love to see
By Harry McKerrell published
An early Christmas wishlist

Astell and Kern's pocket-sized DAC vows to "set a new benchmark for portable audio performance"
By Harry McKerrell published
Also launched is a very expensive pair of IEMs

These 7 films have been dazzling us in our test room this month – and will give your home cinema system a workout
By Robyn Quick published
From nail-biting horror to superb superheroes

I don't care that it won't be discounted – I'm desperate to get hold of this Award-winning turntable this Cyber Monday
By Harry McKerrell published
Discounts be damned, I want that Rega!
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