
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

Bowers & Wilkins' Px7 S3 over-ears are the brand's "most advanced and capable wireless headphones" ever
By Harry McKerrell published
Following on from the five-star Px7 S2e, the Px7 S3 have serious ambitions to be the best B&W cans ever.

Goldmund's latest duo of big-money floorstanders promise "refined aesthetics" with "breathtaking precision"
By Harry McKerrell published
Goldmund has unveiled its latest duo of floorstanders, the Rhea Passive and Theia Passive speakers.

Austrian Audio Hi-X20
By Harry McKerrell published
The Austrian Audio Hi-X20 do a stellar job of putting you in the sonic picture at a sensible price.

Netflix's new hostage thriller teases nerve-shredding tension in Amsterdam Apple Store retelling
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Based on the 2022 in-store standoff

This five-star Pro-Ject has muscled its way onto our guide to the best Bluetooth turntables
By Harry McKerrell published
This smooth-sounding, simple-to-use record player with Bluetooth convenience is a hit.

Campfire Audio's outlandishly named Alien Brain IEMs aim to deliver "precision, detail and emotive quality" from your music
By Harry McKerrell published
Campfire Audio's latest in-ear headphones blend a five-driver design and bespoke tuning to deliver "crisp treble" and "an expansive soundstage".

Want a low-cost turntable with built-in speakers and Bluetooth connectivity? This British brand might have the answer
By Harry McKerrell published
With built-in speakers, Bluetooth and wired connectivity, the Majority Folio promises do-it-all functionality.

I have listened to my favourite music on vinyl, CD and streaming – and the differences go far beyond sound
By Harry McKerrell published
While there's much discussion of how CDs, vinyl, and streaming sound, far less is said about the actual experience of these various formats.

Sony's new Bluetooth speakers go big on battery life and even bigger on bass
By Harry McKerrell published
Sony is adding to its bass-happy ULT range of speakers with the new Field 3, Field 5 and ULT Tower 9 models

These high-end wired headphones promise long-lasting comfort and a wide, spacious sound
By Harry McKerrell published
The Dan Clark Audio Noire X wired headphones tease a spacious sound alongside all-day comfort.

Rotel packs HDMI ARC and aptX HD Bluetooth into its compact stereo amplifier
By Harry McKerrell published
Despite its small footprint, Rotel promises serious sound from its latest Class AB integrated amplifier.

Pro-Ject T1 Evo BT
By Harry McKerrell published
It’s a lot to ask of a turntable to combine ease of use with great sound and Bluetooth capabilities, but Pro-Ject’s T1 Evo BT has pulled it off.

Denon's duo of wireless earbuds pledge supreme comfort alongside all-day battery and superior sound
By Harry McKerrell published
Denon introduces the AH-C500W and AH-C840NCW wireless buds, with the latter offering active noise cancelling.

We pick 9 of the best Record Store Day 2025 releases – Sam Fender, De La Soul, Waxahatchee and more
By Harry McKerrell published
All of our choice cuts from Record Store Day 2025, including the likes of De La Soul, Sam Fender and a very special movie soundtrack.

Pure’s new affordable internet radio system features DAB+, Bluetooth and even a built-in CD player
By Harry McKerrell published
Pure Audio has expanded its Classic Series of retro-styled radios.

Campfire Audio's "most accessible in-ear headphones" tease high-end performance without the premium price tag
By Harry McKerrell published
Campfire Audio's USB-C Axion in-ear headphones are designed to be used daily.

JBL Flip 7 vs JBL Charge 6: which Bluetooth speaker is best for you?
By Harry McKerrell published
Two of JBL's latest and greatest Bluetooth speakers face off as we compare the slender Flip 7 and the bigger, costlier Charge 6.

Linn's just-add-speakers system promises benchmark-setting sound and "all the connectivity you'll ever need"
By Harry McKerrell published
The Majik DSM is an all-in-one streamer, preamplifier and power amp with an in-built DAC and plenty of connectivity options.

The JBL Flip 7 is a five-star Bluetooth speaker – but are you better off with an older, cheaper model?
By Harry McKerrell published
The JBL Flip 7 is a feature-ladem and beautifully made speaker, but is the Charge 5 the smarter buy?

JBL's dynamic duo explode onto our list of the best Bluetooth speakers
By Harry McKerrell published
The JBL Flip 7 and Charge 6 have arrived on our list of the best Bluetooth speakers, ousting each respective model's previous generation.

Best noise-cancelling earbuds 2025
By Andy Madden last updated
Best Buys Cut out the hustle and bustle of daily life with our pick of the best noise-cancelling earbuds you can buy right now.

9 stand-out tracks we've been enjoying in the What Hi-Fi? test rooms
By Harry McKerrell published
Now Playing returns for its third instalment, with new bangers and some old school classics for you and your hi-fi to enjoy.

JBL Flip 7 vs JBL Flip 6: which five-star Bluetooth speaker is better?
By Harry McKerrell last updated
A new Flip speaker is big news. But what improvements does the Flip 7 have over the Flip 6?
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