
Becky Roberts
Becky is the managing editor of What Hi-Fi? and, since her recent move to Melbourne, also the editor of the brand's sister magazines Down Under – Australian Hi-Fi and Audio Esoterica. During her 11+ years 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

Aeroframe HD1: another unusual (but not Bulldog-shaped) Jarre speaker
By Becky Roberts published
At an Exertis distributor event, Jarre has introduced its latest wireless speaker, the Aeroframe HD1.

Vizio launches in UK with budget audio range
By Becky Roberts published
The first Vizio product to hit the UK shelves will be the well-spec'd SB362An soundbar (£149).

Marantz brand ambassador Ken Ishiwata leaves company after 41 years
By Becky Roberts published
After four decades of being the driving force behind Marantz in Europe, Ishiwata is leaving the brand.

Moon MiND 2 network players get Highresaudio integration
By Becky Roberts published
The German hi-res streaming and download service will arrive on several Moon music streamers via an imminent software update.

OnePlus 7 Pro flagship phone has 48MP camera, HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos
By Becky Roberts published
The OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro 5G have also been announced, alongside the next-gen OnePlus Bullets Wireless earbuds.

Apple TV app and AirPlay 2 arrives on Samsung TVs
By Becky Roberts published
The update arrives following Apple and Samsung's partnership announcement in January.

Turntable deal: Save 20% on "hugely enjoyable" Rega Planar 1 Plus
By Becky Roberts published
Deals The five-star Rega deck is currently only $475 - down from $595 - at Amazon and World Wide Stereo.

Fyne Audio demos flagship F1-12 and F703 floorstanders in Munich
By Becky Roberts published
First spotted in near-production form at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show, Fyne Audio's flagship F1-12 and F703 are almost ready to ship.

High End Munich 2019: All the news and highlights
By Becky Roberts published
High End The High End Munich show will once again highlight the very latest and greatest in high-end hi-fi products.

Mission presents flagship ZX Series speakers at High End Munich
By Becky Roberts published
They sit above the QX range from which the Award-winning QX-2s belong.

Dali Katch One is a compact, versatile soundbar
By Becky Roberts published
The Katch One is the TV sound-boosting sibling to the Award-winning Katch wireless speaker...

Chord trickles down flagship Ultima tech to new mono power amps
By Becky Roberts published
The British brand has unveiled two new mono power amps that use its 2018-introduced flagship amplifier design.

Wharfedale's retro Linton Heritage speakers are coming to the UK
By Becky Roberts published
Wharfedale has brought its iconic 1960s speaker up to date, with a new version arriving on UK shores later this year.

Focal unveils 40th anniversary range at High End Munich
By Becky Roberts published
Brand-new speakers, limited editions, collector's bundles and an all-new car audio kit all celebrate Focal's middle-age milestone.

Naim Mu-so 2 promises complete update to a classic wireless system
By Becky Roberts published
The 2nd-generation Mu-so multi-room system is "95 per cent" new – and nearly twice the price

Astell & Kern's flagship A&ultima SP2000 player boasts 512GB storage
By Becky Roberts published
Ahead of High End Munich, Astell & Kern has today revealed a trio of new products...

Google announces midrange Pixel 3a and 3aXL with headphone jacks
By Becky Roberts published
After weeks of speculation and, of course, leaks, Google has officially unveiled the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3aXL smartphones.

Marshall's guitar amp-inspired portable speakers now start at £220
By Becky Roberts published
The new Stanmore II and Tufton portable Bluetooth speakers boast multi-directional sound and over 20 hours of battery.

Wilson Benesch's GMT ONE System turntable introduces new drive design
By Becky Roberts published
The British brand's forthcoming turntable is driven by a new, patented, magnetic-based system called 'Omega Drive'.

Focal reveals striking wood finishes for Sopra and Utopia Evo III speakers
By Becky Roberts published
Some of Focal’s highest-end loudspeakers have been clad in beautiful - and exclusive - wood finishes.

4K TV deal: 43in HDR TV with built-in Amazon Fire TV for $200
By Becky Roberts published
Deals Best Buy is offering 43in, 50in and 55in Toshiba 4Ks TVs with built-in Amazon Fire TV for $200, $300 and $450 respectively.

Huawei reportedly releasing 5G 8K TV this year
By Becky Roberts published
5G support would allow owners to stream or download large content without the need for a home network and cable box.

Netflix update brings 'high-quality audio' to 5.1 and Atmos titles
By Becky Roberts published
The video service has launched ‘high-quality audio’, promising improved Dolby Atmos and surround sound delivery.
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