
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

HiFi Rose's latest music streamer uses across-the-board improvements to achieve "a new level of sound"
By Harry McKerrell published
The RS151 music streamer uses a new DAC design and a new CPU, among other improvements, in pursuit of reference-level sound.

Sony LinkBuds Open vs Apple AirPods 4 with ANC: which pair of open earbuds is right for you?
By Harry McKerrell published
If your interest has been piqued by the idea of open wireless earbuds, these contenders represent two of the finest examples of their type on the market.

29 of the best tracks for testing bass
By Joe Cox last updated
This genre-spanning selection of brilliant basslines will find out just how good your system is at handling bass.

Ta-da! TAD's luxury standmounters tease magical sound – but all your money might disappear
By Harry McKerrell published
TAD has announced its high-end TAD-ME1TX standmount speakers, featuring a three-way design and "superior materials".

Musical Fidelity's integrated amp strives for a sweet, powerful sound thanks to its "reference-level" tech
By Harry McKerrell published
The Nu-Vista 600.2 is an analogue integrated amplifier that packs in updated tech for "huge power and sonic transparency".

There's a new music streaming service in town – and it promises to pay artists a lot more
By Harry McKerrell published
Presto Music is a new music streaming service focusing on jazz and classical records which pays artists by the second rather than per stream.

Unsure if your hi-fi is shipshape? This classic Hans Zimmer score is a treasure trove of terrific test tracks
By Harry McKerrell published
If you're after test track after test track to shiver your system's timbers, the Pirates Of The Caribbean score will help you discover whether everything is in order.

Is it a toy? Is it a music player? No, it's a portable DAC disguised as a tape deck!
By Harry McKerrell published
A charmingly quirky portable DAC and headphone amplifier to boost your headphone listening.

Audio-Technica's open-back reference headphones blend sonic precision with all-day comfort
By Harry McKerrell published
Audio-Technica's latest pairs of headphones, the ATH-R70ax and ATH-R50x, promise exceptional sonic clarity and precision.

Does this leak confirm that the Sony WH-1000XM6 wireless headphones will launch this year?
By Harry McKerrell published
The much-anticipated Sony WH-1000XM6 show up on an FCC certification document, indicating that new headphones are likely on their way this summer 2025.

Beyerdynamic’s new in-ear monitors promise ultimate sonic precision for your music
By Esat Dedezade published
Four IEMs arrive alongside two pairs of updated wired headphones.

Quick! Dali's stunning five-star headphones are £100 off at Peter Tyson...but for how long?
By Harry McKerrell published
We've only just reviewed the Dali IO-8 and they're already dropping by £100 at Peter Tyson.

Magico's luxury floorstanders tease "awe-inspiring power" at a bank-busting price
By Harry McKerrell published
Magico's S5 loudspeakers are packed with cutting-edge tech and promise serious sonic performance. If you have the cash to pay for it, of course...

Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 vs Pi6: which B&W wireless earbuds should you choose?
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Bowers & Wilkins' two newest pairs of earbuds look almost identical, so what are the differences when it comes to performance?

Bluesound adds Dirac Live room correction software to its latest duo of music streamers
By Harry McKerrell published
Room-correcting technology DiracLive comes to the Bluesound Node (2024) and Bluesound Icon, but not the Node Nano.

Campfire Audio and Nine Inch Nails' high-end IEMs want to bring you closer to sonic joy
By Harry McKerrell published
Made in collaboration with Nine Inch Nail's Alessandro Cortini, the Clara strive to bring you sonic joy.

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.

These spectacular B&W wireless earbuds have never been discounted – but we've found a way to get over £50 off!
By Harry McKerrell published
We've discovered a way to get over £50 off the Award-winning B&W Pi8 wireless earbuds over at John Lewis.

Best KEF speakers 2025: budget, premium, bookshelf and wireless systems
By Joe Svetlik, Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys British audio maker KEF makes a fine array of speakers, from bookshelf to tower speakers. Here's our pick of the bunch.

Made a New Year vinyl resolution? Grab £300 off this easy-to-use Technics turntable
By Harry McKerrell published
The Technics SL-1200GR2 drops from £1799 to £1499 at Richer Sounds, a deal that's well worth investigating.

The best Sony WH-1000XM4 deals in 2025
By Andy Madden published
The Sony XM4 headphones may no longer be brand new but they're better than ever in terms of value.

CES 2025: all the latest news from the world's biggest tech show
By Joe Svetlik last updated
This year we're covering all of the happenings at CES 2025, from wireless earbuds to mega-buck OLED TVs.

Record Store Day date confirmed! RSD 2025 returns this April to support UK indie record stores
By Harry McKerrell published
The biggest celebration of vinyl and indie record shops returns for its 18th edition on Saturday, April 12th.
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