
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

Cambridge Audio's latest wireless earbuds are designed to sound their best at all volumes
By Harry McKerrell published
Cambridge Audio has launched its latest pair of true wireless earbuds, the Melomania A100, with 10mm Neodymium drivers and customisable active noise cancelling.

Cambridge Audio takes one of our favourite streaming amps to the next level with its fully featured Evo 150 SE
By Harry McKerrell published
Cambridge Audio has added to its established line of Evo streaming amps with the special edition Evo 150 SE.

Finally! This might be our first proper evidence that the Sony WF-1000XM6 are on the way
By Harry McKerrell published
A filing has been spotted for what is likely the Sony WF-1000XM6, the much-anticipated sequel to 2023's Award-winning XM5 wireless earbuds.

JBL's first open-ear sports buds blend "punchy, dynamic" sound with enough battery life to go the distance
By Harry McKerrell published
JBL has unveiled its latest pair of wireless earbuds, the Endurance Zone, featuring an open, over-ear hook design and 32 hours of battery life.

SME Model 8
By Ketan Bharadia published
The Model 8 delivers a good dose of SME’s famed sonic DNA in a neat, well-built package.

PMC Prophecy 7
By Ketan Bharadia published
PMC’s Prophecy 7 deliver class-leading clarity and a seamless presentation from a room-friendly three-way design.

Arcam adds Qobuz Connect to three of its latest hi-fi streaming products
By Harry McKerrell published
Arcam has added Qobuz Connect support to the SA35 and SA45 integrated streaming amplifiers, as well as the brand's flagship ST25 music streamer.

5 brilliant budget audio products to soundtrack your summer
By Harry McKerrell published
Keep costs down as temperatures rise

Bose is readying a rival to the Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds – but I see a problem
By Harry McKerrell published
I'm excited for the arrival of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen), but one thing threatens to rain on my parade

6 of the best genre-swerving tracks to test your hi-fi system
By Joe Svetlik published
Forget staying in your lane, use these genre-hoppers to give your system a workout.

Audio-Technica AT-LP8X
By Ketan Bharadia published
Audio-Technica’s AT-LP8X is a simple-to-use, but capable turntable for those who want fuss-free vinyl replay.

A classic Radiohead track is back in the charts again – but this is the song I'd use for testing instead
By Harry McKerrell published
Let Down is enjoying a major revival thanks to the likes of TikTok and YouTube, but is it the best Radiohead test track for probing your system's capabilities?

These luxury open-back headphones aim to deliver a "remarkably balanced, nuanced" sound
By Harry McKerrell published
If you've got serious money to spend, Dan Clark Audio's Noire XO are ready to empty your bank account.

Audio-Technica's mid-range earbuds pack plenty of features and a bulging battery life
By Harry McKerrell published
Audio-Technica's latest pair of wireless earbuds, the ATH-CKS50TW2, boast a whopping 65 hours of battery life.

Quad's latest integrated amplifier combines a retro design with "cutting-edge technology"
By Harry McKerrell published
Quad's latest integrated amplifier takes stylistic inspiration from the brand's 1960s amplifiers while sporting 21st-century tech.

Fiio's affordable portable music player promises potent performance in your pocket
By Harry McKerrell published
Could the Fiio M21 bring hi-res portable listening to a more affordable level?

Could Bose's rugged, portable Bluetooth speaker be a rival for the five-star JBL Charge 6?
By Harry McKerrell published
Bose announces two additions to its SoundLink range of Bluetooth speakers: the SoundLink Plus and the SoundLink Micro (2nd Gen)

Acoustic Energy adds range-topping floorstanders to its revamped 300 Series
By Harry McKerrell published
Acoustic Energy has unveiled the new AE320², the flagship floorstanders of the recently-overhauled 300 Series.

Majority Little Shelford
By Harry McKerrell published
Majority aims to bring simplicity and satisfying sound with its super-affordable Little Shelford portable DAB radio.

Do portable Bluetooth speakers need a wired connection?
By Harry McKerrell published
A number of recent portable Bluetooth speakers offer a wired listening option – but is it worth it?

Nothing teases its first-ever pair of over-ear headphones at next month's launch
By Harry McKerrell published
We don't have details yet, but British brand Nothing has announced it will enter a new product category in July: over-ear headphones.

Best portable MP3 players 2025: our expert picks of the top hi-res music players
By Becky Roberts last updated
Best buys You can listen to music on your phone or laptop, of course, but if you want optimum sound quality, only a dedicated hi-res audio player will do.

Best Google Assistant speakers 2025: best Google smart speakers tested and rated
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys Find your voice with our pick of the best Google Assistant speakers for your home, all reviewed by our team of experts
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