
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

PMC Prophecy 7
By Ketan Bharadia published
PMC’s Prophecy 7 deliver class-leading clarity and a seamless presentation from a room-friendly three-way design.

These big-sounding Bowers & Wilkins floorstanders have dropped again – save £300!
By Harry McKerrell published
The Bowers & Wilkins 603 S3 fall from £1999 to £1699, a drop of £300.

These five-star Wharfedale floorstanders have dropped in price again – save a whopping £400!
By Harry McKerrell published
Stunning Wharfedale sound at a new low price

Arcam adds Qobuz Connect to three of its latest hi-fi streaming products
By Harry McKerrell published
Arcam has added Qobuz Connect support to the SA35 and SA45 integrated streaming amplifiers, as well as the brand's flagship ST25 music streamer.

5 brilliant budget audio products to soundtrack your summer
By Harry McKerrell published
Keep costs down as temperatures rise

Bose is readying a rival to the Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds – but I see a problem
By Harry McKerrell published
I'm excited for the arrival of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen), but one thing threatens to rain on my parade

6 of the best genre-swerving tracks to test your hi-fi system
By Joe Svetlik published
Forget staying in your lane, use these genre-hoppers to give your system a workout.

Audio-Technica AT-LP8X
By Ketan Bharadia published
Audio-Technica’s AT-LP8X is a simple-to-use, but capable turntable for those who want fuss-free vinyl replay.

A classic Radiohead track is back in the charts again – but this is the song I'd use for testing instead
By Harry McKerrell published
Let Down is enjoying a major revival thanks to the likes of TikTok and YouTube, but is it the best Radiohead test track for probing your system's capabilities?

These luxury open-back headphones aim to deliver a "remarkably balanced, nuanced" sound
By Harry McKerrell published
If you've got serious money to spend, Dan Clark Audio's Noire XO are ready to empty your bank account.

Audio-Technica's mid-range earbuds pack plenty of features and a bulging battery life
By Harry McKerrell published
Audio-Technica's latest pair of wireless earbuds, the ATH-CKS50TW2, boast a whopping 65 hours of battery life.

Quad's latest integrated amplifier combines a retro design with "cutting-edge technology"
By Harry McKerrell published
Quad's latest integrated amplifier takes stylistic inspiration from the brand's 1960s amplifiers while sporting 21st-century tech.

AirPods Pro 3: everything we know so far and 5 features we want from Apple's next flagship wireless earbuds
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Could Apple's next flagship earbuds arrive this year?

Fiio's affordable portable music player promises potent performance in your pocket
By Harry McKerrell published
Could the Fiio M21 bring hi-res portable listening to a more affordable level?

Could Bose's rugged, portable Bluetooth speaker be a rival for the five-star JBL Charge 6?
By Harry McKerrell published
Bose announces two additions to its SoundLink range of Bluetooth speakers: the SoundLink Plus and the SoundLink Micro (2nd Gen)

Best floorstanding speakers 2025: budget to premium models tested by our experts
By Kashfia Kabir, Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buy Whatever your budget, we can recommend a pair of brilliant-sounding floorstanding speakers.

Best budget hi-fi speakers 2025: bookshelf and floorstanding models tried and tested
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys Feeling the pinch? Allow us to remind you of the excellent value on offer from the best budget speakers on the market.

Acoustic Energy adds range-topping floorstanders to its revamped 300 Series
By Harry McKerrell published
Acoustic Energy has unveiled the new AE320², the flagship floorstanders of the recently-overhauled 300 Series.

Best AirPlay speakers 2025: wireless streaming for Apple devices tried and tested
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys Got an iPad, iPhone or Mac? Our in-house experts have tested the best AirPlay speakers for easy music streaming.

Best Apple iPod Touch alternatives 2025: budget and premium models tested by our experts
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys If you miss the iPod Touch or want to up your portable music player game, we've got plenty of iPod alternatives on this list...

Majority Little Shelford
By Harry McKerrell published
Majority aims to bring simplicity and satisfying sound with its super-affordable Little Shelford portable DAB radio.

Best Beats headphones 2025: top pairs tested by experts
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Best Buys These are the best Beats headphones on the market right now, from true wireless to sporty designs.

Do portable Bluetooth speakers need a wired connection?
By Harry McKerrell published
A number of recent portable Bluetooth speakers offer a wired listening option – but is it worth it?
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