
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

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.

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?

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.

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 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 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...

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.

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

Best hi-fi systems 2025: CD, vinyl and streaming music players for the home
By Becky Roberts last updated
Best buys Music systems that strike the perfect balance between performance and convenience

Fleetwood Mac’s breakthrough album gets Dolby Atmos Blu-ray Audio mix (and two vinyl releases) for 50th anniversary
By Becky Roberts published
The eponymous album follows last year's Rumours in getting the Blu-ray Atmos treatment

I've been glued to the Prime Day hi-fi deals for four days, and none have beaten this budget system for simplicity and value
By Becky Roberts published
A superb all-in-one speaker system for TV audio and music

Cambridge Audio CXA81 MKII
By Becky Roberts published
Cambridge Audio moves its legendary CXA81 on by a country mile with this MKII model – but has it come far enough to claim the top spot?

Just hours left! 7 cheap vinyl, hi-fi and TV accessories to bag before Prime Day ends – from £8.50
By Becky Roberts published
Handy accessories that won't break the bank

Bless your 'dumb' hi-fi system with AirPlay, Spotify and Tidal Connect for next to nothing this Prime Day
By Becky Roberts published
The clever little WiiM Mini streamer is just £69 / $71

Cambridge Audio is winning Prime Day hi-fi deals – save hundreds on six superb components
By Becky Roberts published
Available not only at Amazon but also Richer Sounds and Cambridge Audio itself

Elevate your vinyl experience this Prime Day with these handy accessories under £20
By Becky Roberts published
Reap maximum reward from your records without spending a fortune

Prime Day delivers crazy 72% savings on Amazon devices – but only 5 are truly worth your time
By Becky Roberts published
Forget Amazon's soundbars, for one...

Audiophiles, assemble! 41% off analytical Sennheiser headphones is a bona fide Prime Day bargain
By Becky Roberts published
Wired open-backs for less than £100
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