
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

This outrageously ’80s “Moving Sound” portable audio range is making a modern comeback
By Kashfia Kabir published
It's very yellow...

Philips' versatile new Bluetooth turntable features a built-in CD player
By Kashfia Kabir published
The ultimate combo?

I've spent weeks listening to five-star wired headphones. Now, going back to wireless is nearly impossible
By Harry McKerrell published
Don't make me go back...

Ruark's five-star powered speakers claim a place on our guide to the best desktop speakers
By Harry McKerrell published
The MR1 Mk3 earn their stripes

LG grows its will.i.am-tuned roster of earbuds with pairs aimed at "casual listeners and discerning audiophiles"
By Harry McKerrell published
Buds to Scream & Shout about?

Want to get the most from Spotify Lossless? We recommend these 3 pairs of wired headphones for the best sound at various budgets
By Harry McKerrell published
Give your music the Rolls-Royce treatment

Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X
By Harry McKerrell published
The DT 990 Pro X are a revealing, insightful pair of comfortable wired headphones that strike a lovely sonic balance.

Quick! Save a small fortune on these balanced, detailed Beyerdynamic noise-cancelling headphones
By Harry McKerrell published
£100 off the Aventho 300? Belter!

KEF Q3 Meta vs Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3: which mid-price standmount speakers are sonically superior?
By Harry McKerrell published
The Award-winning Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 face a fierce challenger in the form of the five-star KEF Q3 Meta. Which is better?

Best wireless speakers 2025: tried and tested by our expert team
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys Whether you're spending big or currently coin conscious, these are the best wireless speakers on the market

AirPods Pro 3 vs AirPods 4 with ANC: what are the differences between Apple's noise-cancelling earbuds?
By Harry McKerrell published
Apple's latest flagships face off against the standard AirPods

Best music streaming services 2025: free streams to hi-res audio
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Best Buys The best music streaming services offer slick interfaces, high-quality audio and access to millions of tracks – here are the top choices.

Best Alexa speakers 2025: Amazon's voice-powered smart speakers tried and tested
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys Combining great sound with useful voice-controlled features, these are the best Alexa smart speakers tested by our expert team

Apple HomePod Mini 2: everything we know so far and 4 things we want
By Luke Edwards last updated
Could Apple improve on the HomePod Mini for a super sequel? We've rounded up the latest rumours and what we want to see.

AirPods Pro 3: price, features, and everything you need to know about Apple's new flagship wireless earbuds
By Joe Svetlik last updated
With improved sound and ANC

I've never owned a pair of Apple AirPods – but the AirPods Pro 3 look seriously tempting
By Harry McKerrell published
Could I join the 'Pods club?

Best internet radios 2025: modern radios with streaming smarts
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys With internet connectivity and free streaming to boot, the best internet radios are fit for the 21st century.

Best free music apps 2025: free ways to stream music on Android and iPhone
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys All the free music and radio streaming apps you need for listening on your Android or iPhone.

Fiio's versatile desktop DAC is designed to supercharge your headphones and offer a "natural, organic sound"
By Harry McKerrell published
Fiio unveils the K13 R2R

KEF Q3 Meta
By Harry McKerrell published
The Q3 Meta harness KEF’s latest innovations to terrific effect, resulting in speakers that outperform their reasonably affordable price point.

Heading to uni? Here are 7 affordable audio products every music-loving student should have
By Harry McKerrell published
Be the (audio) king of the campus

Bose's new flagship wireless headphones promise better ANC and sound – but can they challenge the Sony XM6 class leaders?
By Harry McKerrell published
Bose's flagship QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) are unveiled

This AV brand has made a surprise addition to the growing affordable turntable market
By Harry McKerrell published
This wasn't on our 2025 bingo card
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