
Becky Roberts
Becky is a hi-fi, AV and technology journalist, formerly the Managing Editor at What Hi-Fi? and Editor of Australian Hi-Fi and Audio Esoterica magazines. With over twelve years of journalism experience in the hi-fi industry, she has reviewed all manner of audio gear, from budget amplifiers to high-end speakers, and particularly specialises in headphones and head-fi devices.
In her spare time, Becky can often be found running, watching Liverpool FC and horror movies, and hunting for gluten-free cake.
Latest articles by Becky Roberts

Spotify Lossless: release date, price and all the official details on the long-awaited higher-quality streams
By Becky Roberts, Joe Svetlik last updated
Everything you need to know about Spotify's new Lossless better-than-CD quality streaming tier.

Best headphone amplifiers 2025: expert picks to boost your personal listening
By Becky Roberts last updated
Best Buys Our expert pick of the best headphone amps includes affordable, portable models as well as premium units for home listening.

8 best horror movies new on Netflix, Prime Video and Disney+ this Halloween month
By Becky Roberts published
Serving up autumn nights of festive frights

Integrated vs pre/power amplification: the pros, cons and which is best for you
By Becky Roberts published
How integrated amplifiers compare to pre/power pairings when it comes to price, performance, system matching and upgradeability.

Best computer speakers 2025: upgrade your desktop audio with our 5 expert picks
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys The best desktop speakers deliver great sound without taking up too much space, ideal for a small room or home office.

Best noise-cancelling headphones 2025 – tested by our in-house review experts
By Becky Roberts last updated
Best Buys The best ANC headphones silence the noisy outside world, leaving you and your tunes uninterrupted

Best wired headphones 2025: the 7 top pairs tested by our review experts
By Becky Roberts last updated
Best buys Wired is the way if you want the best sound for your money

Spotify snubbing spatial audio could be the smartest decision it ever makes
By Becky Roberts published
Spatial audio is perhaps the only box Spotify now leaves unticked, but is that a deal breaker?

Spotify
By Becky Roberts last updated
Updated Now that hi-res Lossless streaming is here, is Spotify the world’s best music service again?

Best audiophile headphones 2025: 9 best-sounding luxury pairs for music fans
By Becky Roberts last updated
Best Buys From the relatively modest to the esteemed high-end, the best audiophile headphones hit all the right notes.

Best wireless headphones 2025: reviewed and rated by our in-house experts
By Becky Roberts last updated
Best Buys The best wireless headphones offer convenience and quality in one comfortable, musical and ultimately great-value package.

5 tips for adding a subwoofer to your stereo hi-fi system to boost bass performance
By Becky Roberts published
Want to add a subwoofer to your stereo set-up? Don’t overlook these 5 key considerations.

Best headphones 2025: tested by our experts
By Harry McKerrell, Becky Roberts last updated
Best Buys Our expert in-house reviews team picks the very best headphones you can buy, featuring wired and wireless earbuds and over-ears for every price.

Incredible deal! These Award-winning KEF standmount speakers are £300 off – their lowest price this year!
By Harry McKerrell published
The KEF LS50 Meta are down to £899

Spotify Lossless still trails behind its hi-res streaming rivals – but that won’t matter for most people
By Becky Roberts published
While Spotify has finally entered the hi-res streaming game, it technically still lags behind its rivals. But should you care?

What is lossless audio? Is it worth it and do you need it?
By Becky Roberts last updated
It’s very likely you’ll have seen the term ‘lossless audio’ bandied around in the music space in recent years, but is it something you need in your life?

An excruciating timeline of our eight-year wait for Spotify (HiFi) Lossless
By Becky Roberts last updated
With Spotify's Lossless tier eight years in the making, let’s take a trip through the hi-res streaming journey so far...

Best on-ear headphones 2025: our expert pick of wired and wireless pairs
By Becky Roberts last updated
Our expert picks of the best on-ear headphones for features, style and sound, including pairs from Sony and Grado.

Best active speakers 2025: our experts pick the top pairs with integrated amplifiers
By Kashfia Kabir, Becky Roberts last updated
Best Buys Great hi-fi sound without the need for a separate amplifier, whether you want to connect a TV, turntable or streamer.

Sony WF-1000XM6: release date and price predictions, plus 6 features on our wishlist
By Harry McKerrell last updated
We muse on what could be in store for Sony's next flagship wireless earbuds

The best headphone deals 2025: AirPods, Bose, Sony and more
By Becky Roberts last updated
Deals Decent discounts on many of the best headphones and earbuds we've reviewed, including current What Hi-Fi? Award winners...

WiiM waltzes into our expert hi-fi system buying guide with its multi-tasking streaming machine
By Becky Roberts published
Adding a much-needed budget option for the most blossoming product category

Best stereo amplifiers 2025: 9 class leaders chosen by our review experts
By Becky Roberts last updated
Best Buys Breathe life into your hi-fi system with a new integrated amp
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