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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

Marten Parker Duo Diamond Edition

By Ketan Bharadia Published 2 September 26

The Marten Parker Duo Diamond Edition standmount speaker is an ambitious design that aims high and succeeds.

Hi-Fi Speakers

JBL Cove P1 wireless speaker in black on a work surface

JBL joins the multi-room race with its three "immersive" wireless speakers

By Harry McKerrell Published 1 September 26

The JBL Cove range prepares to battle Sonos, Denon, and Bose

Wireless Speakers

Do DACs need Bluetooth? Here's why this popular feature is overrated if you care about sound quality

By Harry McKerrell Published 27 August 26

Essential feature, or box-ticking exercise?

3 Comments

DACs

Yamaha WXA-70A streaming amplifier on wooden shelf

Yamaha bolsters its streaming arsenal with a feature-laden streaming amplifier and network music player

By Harry McKerrell Published 26 August 26

Promising plenty of streaming features without the large footprint

Stereo Amplifiers

FiiO EA13 valve amplifier in silver on a wooden cabinet

FiiO's retro-modern amp takes inspiration from the "golden era of 1950s tube amplifiers"

By Harry McKerrell Published 25 August 26

FiiO EA13 promises a "classic hi-fi" sound in a modern, feature-heavy design

8 Comments

Stereo Amplifiers

Shokz OpenRun Air 2 running headphones on a white background

Shokz's bone-conducting headphones tease an ultra-light fit for runners on a budget

By Harry McKerrell Published 25 August 26

The OpenRun Air 2 have landed

Wireless Earbuds

16 of the best movie scores to test your system

By Harry McKerrell, Robyn Quick Last updated 24 August 26

Test your home cinema and your hi-fi to the max with these sensational film scores.

Streaming & Entertainment

iFi iDSD GR 2

By Harry McKerrell Published 24 August 26

The portable and premium iDSD GR 2 DAC promises to give your music listening a boost at home or on the go, boasting plenty of connections.

DACs

FiiO CP11 portable cassette player in red

FiiO unveils its latest retro-inspired portable cassette player – but there's a catch

By Harry McKerrell Published 24 August 26

FiiO has a change of plans

2 Comments

Portable Music Players

Beats 360 leaked wireless headphones in pink on a white background

All evidence suggests new Beats headphones are on the way – and an official launch could be imminent

By Harry McKerrell Published 24 August 26

The Beats 360 have leaked...again

Wireless Headphones

Sennheiser's flagship earbuds are back to battle Bose and Sony – and they could have an ace up their sleeve

By Harry McKerrell Published 20 August 26

Sennheiser's Momentum 5 True Wireless have arrived

Wireless Earbuds

Finally! Is this our best evidence yet that Apple is about to launch a long-awaited sequel to the HomePod Mini?

By Harry McKerrell Published 20 August 26

A HomePod 3 could also arrive in September...

Wireless Speakers

Rotel Amora 5 standmount speakers in white next to a hi-fi system

Rotel's first passive speakers in over 25 years tease "exceptional resolution and accuracy"

By Harry McKerrell Published 19 August 26

Rotel reveals the Amora 5

Hi-Fi Speakers

Naim Nait 50 amp on desk with records and speakers in background

From Technics’ iconic turntables to JBL’s Classic standmounts – discover five of the best hi-fi product revivals

By Harry McKerrell Published 19 August 26

The old ones really are the best

Hi-Fi

Pro-Ject E1.2 BT Bluetooth turntable on a white background

Pro-Ject adds aptX Bluetooth powers to its entry-level, plug-and-play turntable

By Harry McKerrell Published 18 August 26

The E1.2 BT arrives alongside a ‘Phono’ edition

Turntables

A white Sonos Beam Gen 2 soundbar photographed on a white desk in front of an OLED TV

Reports suggest that Sonos could launch a major product in September – and it isn't the Ace Ultra headphones

By Harry McKerrell Published 18 August 26

Could the Ultra be joined by a new soundbar?

Soundbars

Samsung Galaxy H1 headphones design concept render

Sony and Bose beware! Reports suggest Samsung is working on a pair of wireless over-ear headphones

By Harry McKerrell Published 17 August 26

Recent reports would suggest so...

Wireless Headphones

Sony WF-C710N earbuds in transparent blue in their charging case

£31 off! Sony's Award-winning noise-cancelling earbuds are back to their joint-lowest price

By Harry McKerrell Published 13 August 26

The Award-winning WF-C710N drop back to £69

Wireless Earbuds

£100 off! Triangle's Award-winning speaker system plummets back to its joint-lowest price

By Harry McKerrell Published 12 August 26

Get a five-star system for under £600

Stereo Systems

Philips The Roller

By Harry McKerrell Published 11 August 26

Philips’ quirky Bluetooth speaker harks back to the company’s 1980s Moving Sound boombox range, updated with contemporary tech and a modernised feature set.

Wireless Speakers