Harry McKerrell

Harry McKerrell

Senior staff writer

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

Merlin Tarantula speaker cable
Merlin Tarantula

By Ketan Bharadia Published

Merlin’s new Tarantula is an unshowy but carefully designed speaker cable that ticks all the boxes.

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Cables
Leak Sandwich 100 bookshelf speakers in walnut flanking a Leak source player
Leak expands its Sandwich speaker range with new compact and affordable standmounts

By Harry McKerrell Published

Are the Sandwich 100 a tasty snack, or an acquired taste?

Hi-Fi Speakers
Philips TAH8000E headphones on a desk with red and blue vinyl albums in the background
These long-lasting wireless headphones are on a tasty discount – but can you do better?

By Harry McKerrell Published

There's always a better deal...

Wireless Headphones
Bang & Olufsen 90 Zenith Edition floorstanding speakers
Bang & Olufsen adds to its super-high-end, super-exclusive series of limited edition speakers

By Harry McKerrell Published

But only 10 pairs are available

Hi-Fi Speakers
JBL Xtreme 5 Bluetooth speaker in navy blue hanging from its strap
JBL upgrades two of its five-star Bluetooth speakers with more bass power and some rather clever-sounding features

By Harry McKerrell Published

Upgrades abound for JBL's fifth-gen Bluetooth speakers

Wireless Speakers
Apple AirPods Max 2 wireless headphones with the What Hi-Fi? Talking Heads roundel
I'm super excited for the Apple AirPods Max 2 – but a few things are worrying me

By Harry McKerrell Published

Will Apple's luxury flagship wireless headphones outdo their predecessors?

Wireless Headphones
JBL Flip 7 wireless speaker
Best outdoor speakers 2025: portable, wireless, waterproof models tried and tested

By Harry McKerrell Last updated

Best Buys Up your leisure game and head into the great outdoors with our pick of the best outdoor speakers.

Best Buys
Sonos Play

By Harry McKerrell Published

The Sonos Play has a lot of bases covered, offering robust Bluetooth portable performance alongside wireless streaming and a veritable avalanche of features.

Wireless Speakers
Sonos Play wireless speaker
Want to get the most out of the new Sonos Play wireless speaker? These top tips will help you out

By Harry McKerrell Published

Get your Sonos playing nice

Wireless Speakers
Grado Classic series of wired headphones on a black background
Grado upgrades some of our favourite wired headphones with its brand new X2 driver

By Harry McKerrell Published

Exciting news coming out of Grado Labs...

Wired Headphones
Epos ES-7N standmount speakers
Best bookshelf speakers 2026: top standmounts for every budget tested

By Kashfia Kabir Last updated

best buys We've highlighted the best bookshelf speakers for all budgets, with each model tested by our experienced reviews team.

best buys
A hand holding the open case for a black pair of Sony WF-C510 in-ear headphones. The buds are visible inside. Grass is visible in the background.
Best budget wireless earbuds 2026: top affordable pairs tested by our experts

By Harry McKerrell Last updated

Best Buys Our expert picks of the best budget wireless earbuds from the likes of JBL, Sony and Apple.

Best Buys
Denon Home 2 range including the 200, 400 and 600 wireless speakers
I've heard Denon's new range of multi-room wireless speakers – and Sonos should be worried

By Harry McKerrell Published

Denon's new speakers make a good first impression

Wireless Speakers
Best cheap noise-cancelling headphones 2026: expert-tested recommendations

By Joe Svetlik Last updated

Best Buys Blocking background noise doesn't have to cost a fortune – these are the best cheap ANC headphones we've tested.

Best Buys
Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 in dark burgundy on a burgundy background
Bowers & Wilkins has added stylish new colourways for two of its most popular pairs of wireless headphones

By Harry McKerrell Published

Red-dy or not, there's new finishes for the Px7 S3 over-ears and Pi8 buds

Wireless Headphones
Yamaha YH-4000 open-back wired headphones
Yamaha YH-4000

By Ketan Bharadia Published

Yamaha’s YH-4000 open-back headphones are comfortable, well-made and set impressive sonic standards for the price.

Headphones
Denon DP-500BT Bluetooth turntable in black on a wooden rack
Denon boasts that its first-ever Bluetooth turntable is "as stylish as it is capable" – but there's a catch

By Harry McKerrell Published

Denon unleashes the DP-500BT Bluetooth spinner

Turntables
Spotify Lossless
Spotify's new 'Exclusive Mode' gives you "bit-perfect" playback from the Windows desktop app

By Harry McKerrell Published

Good news for Windows users

Music Streaming
Philips Fidelio FA7 micro music system on a white background
Philips' do-it-all micro system boasts AirPlay 2 and Tidal Connect alongside a built-in CD player

By Harry McKerrell Published

Also launching are the Fidelio L5 wireless ANC headphones

Wireless Headphones
Activo Scoop wired earbuds in white on a white backdrop
Activo's affordable wired buds feature a five-driver array for "full-bodied" bass and "articulate highs"

By Harry McKerrell Published

Activo gives you the Scoop

Wired Earbuds
Hostiles movie poster
Forget the Oscars, this wildly underrated western has one of the best soundtracks I've ever heard

By Harry McKerrell Published

The Wild West's best

Music Streaming
Apple AirPods Max 2 worn on the head
They're here! The AirPods Max 2 have arrived, teasing improved ANC, better sound and a raft of cutting edge features

By Harry McKerrell Published

The long wait is over!

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Wireless Headphones
Cleer Audio Arc 5 on a white background
Cleer Audio's open earbuds are packed with features, including Dolby Atmos and THX spatial audio support

By Harry McKerrell Published

The Arc 5 blend an open design with a bulging feature set

Wireless Earbuds
Focal Bathys MG wireless headphones
Focal has a new owner – and I'm worried and excited in equal measure

By Harry McKerrell Published

Belgian firm Barco is set to take control of the brand

Wireless Headphones
Onkyo Ruark Philips speakers lineup
Onkyo, Ruark and Philips are all vying for desktop speaker supremacy – so which pair should you pick?

By Harry McKerrell Published

It's Philips vs Onkyo vs Ruark in a titanic triple tussle

Hi-Fi Speakers
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