
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

Rega Planar 3 RS Edition vs Clearaudio Compass: which turntable reigns supreme?
By Harry McKerrell published
Two premium turntables go head-to-head

Triangle Borea BR04
By Harry McKerrell published
Triangle bolsters its Borea range with the BR04 standmounts, but they’ll need to bring their A-game if they’re to compete in a super-tough market.

This affordable new range of open earbuds are aimed at listeners who "refuse to compromise on sound or comfort"
By Harry McKerrell published
Cleer introduces the Arc 4 and Arc 4+ earbuds

Goodbye, 2025! Check out 7 of our favourite test tracks of the year
By Harry McKerrell published
2025 signs off in style

Seeking a funky, spacious-sounding JBL alternative? This retro-modern Bluetooth speaker is more than 25 per cent off
By Harry McKerrell published
It has ambient lighting!

This rugged, punchy-sounding Sony speaker is nearly half price – and a great alternative to the JBL Flip 7
By Harry McKerrell published
You don't have to buy a JBL Bluetooth speaker...

A big year ahead? 6 pairs of wireless headphones and earbuds I'd love to see in 2026
By Harry McKerrell published
A momentous year could be on the cards...

Are these affordable noise-cancelling wireless earbuds about to challenge Sony's crown?
By Harry McKerrell published
Will the Final ZE300 test the Sony WF-C510?

Could a sequel to Sony's five-star budget headphones land in 2026? Here are 4 things we'd love to see
By Harry McKerrell published
An early Christmas wishlist

Astell and Kern's pocket-sized DAC vows to "set a new benchmark for portable audio performance"
By Harry McKerrell published
Also launched is a very expensive pair of IEMs

The best headphone deals 2026: AirPods, Bose, Sony and more
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Deals Decent discounts on many of the best headphones and earbuds we've reviewed, including current What Hi-Fi? Award winners...

Best speaker deals: great savings on wireless and hi-fi speakers
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Deals Make big savings on the best stereo speakers, wireless and smart speakers around.

These 7 films have been dazzling us in our test room this month – and will give your home cinema system a workout
By Robyn Quick published
From nail-biting horror to superb superheroes

I don't care that it won't be discounted – I'm desperate to get hold of this Award-winning turntable this Cyber Monday
By Harry McKerrell published
Discounts be damned, I want that Rega!

I'm hoping this Award-winning speaker gets its first-ever discount on Black Friday
By Harry McKerrell published
Could the Audio Pro C20 W drop for the first time?

Seeking affordable standmounts? Save £100 on Q Acoustics' clear, detailed speakers this Black Friday
By Harry McKerrell published
A big drop for the 3020c

Bose's QC Ultra II earbuds are discounted for the first time this Black Friday – but could you do better sound-wise?
By Harry McKerrell published
There's a sonically superior pair...

This just-reviewed Amazon smart speaker is already discounted – but we'd urge you to pick a cheaper, better alternative
By Harry McKerrell published
Be smart: pick the five-star Echo Dot (5th Gen) this Black Friday

Amazon Echo Dot Max
By Harry McKerrell published
Amazon has promised a new generation of Echo speakers that are smarter, faster and superior to their predecessors – but has sound quality been left behind?

Clearaudio Compass
By Harry McKerrell published
Clearaudio is aiming to bring its high-end performance pedigree to the more competitively priced Compass turntable.

Klipsch's desktop speaker system teases a “dynamic, powerful sound” and plenty of connectivity options
By Harry McKerrell published
They light up, too!

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2025: get your hands on all of our hi-fi and audio Product of the Year winners
By Harry McKerrell published
The market's finest, all in one place

Bang & Olufsen celebrates 100 years by reimagining its flagship loudspeakers – and that's just the tip of the iceberg
By Harry McKerrell published
Four more special editions are on the way
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