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

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Two-box solution for noise reduction and greater signal integrity

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Many of these products are still enjoying a 25-year innings, still not out.

By Becky Roberts Published
The engineers behind class-leading headphones explain just what's involved in ANC implementation.

By Becky Roberts Published
Spotify is reportedly holding 'preliminary talks' with concert promoters and ticket sellers

By Becky Roberts Published
We've reviewed both new and old AirPods – here's how they compare

By Becky Roberts Published
It isn’t often that two record player reigns are over within a matter of days

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Two new models of Bose headphones vie for your attention, but how do they compare and which one is right for you?

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System building needs careful thought, so whether you're just starting out or upgrading, allow us to offer a little advice.

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The HD 505 are new additions to the 500 Series, which sits below the 600 Series of HD 600 fame.

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Good news, the Galaxy S25 will support aptX HD and Adaptive.

By Becky Roberts Published
Not our review team’s favourite albums, but instead the go-to records we use for reviewing.

By Becky Roberts Published
Handy apps for audiophiles that are free to download and use.

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Mark Levinson’s No.5909 have finally been outclassed by a rival pair of wireless audiophile headphones.

By Harry McKerrell Published
Our new monthly playlist includes fresh releases from The Weather Station and Coheed And Cambria, as well as go-to classics from the likes of Massive Attack and Macklemore.

By Becky Roberts Published
Two newly reviewed headphone amps prove to be class leaders in their respective fields, entering our buying guides accordingly.

By Becky Roberts Published
Samsung Electronics has filed a patent suggesting that it plans to adopt UWB technology for its future wireless headphones, which could open the doors to hi-res audio transmission.

By Becky Roberts Published
The Planar 3 is a What Hi-Fi? Award winner at its price level, but now that we have reviewed the pricier RS Edition, can we say that its upgrades justify the premium?

By Becky Roberts Published
Amazon is raising its Music Unlimited subscription prices in March for both Prime and non-Prime members in the UK and US.

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Want to heighten your home cinema surround sound experience? You need to know about Dolby Atmos.

By Becky Roberts Published
Right now we can't find a way to listen to the USB-C AirPods Max wired...

By Becky Roberts Published
The British loudspeaker brand has entirely redesigned its mid-ranging speakers, with no part of its 2018-released iteration carrying over.

By Jonathan Evans Published
A mighty – and mightily impressive – trio from Technics, Arcam and Q Acoustics

By Becky Roberts Published
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