Harry McKerrell

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Senior staff writer

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

Sivga M260 HiFi wired earbuds in silver on the edge of a laptop

These affordable wired earbuds seek to blend retro-inspired looks with modern sonic performance

By Harry McKerrell Published 8 May 26

Sivga introduces the M260 wired earbuds

Wired Earbuds

The Batman film / soundtrack poster with the WHF Now Playing roundel

Now Playing: check out the 5 blockbuster test tracks we’re using this May

By Harry McKerrell Published 5 May 26

Batman, Superman, and a new Bond theme (sort of)

Music Streaming

Oben Jovian speaker in the corner of a living room

This Los Angeles brand is blurring the line between audio and art – for a price, of course

By Harry McKerrell Published 1 May 26

Oben Hi-Fi’s new speaker ranges are nothing if not eye catching

Hi-Fi Speakers

JBL L100 speakers in orange within a mock 1970s domestic setup

“What is JBL sound? It’s powerful, dynamic and energetic” – we chat to JBL about headphones, history and 80 years in the business

By Harry McKerrell Published 1 May 26

JBL celebrates 80 years in the game – and looks forward to 80 more…

Hi-Fi

Sharp RP-TT100

By Harry McKerrell Published 1 May 26

Sharp is back making turntables after a significant hiatus, but has it remembered how to get your records sounding their best?

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Turntables

Audiovector R5 Arreté floorstanders next to a chair and a potted plant

Audiovector bills its latest high-end loudspeakers as the “sweet spot” between sonic performance and refined design

By Harry McKerrell Published 1 May 26

The R5 Arreté have landed

Hi-Fi Speakers

Majority's feature-heavy powered speakers want to dethrone Onyko and Ruark

By Harry McKerrell Published 30 April 26

On paper, the Majority D100X offer a lot for £129

Hi-Fi Speakers

Musical Fidelity M6xi integrated amplifier in black on a rack

Musical Fidelity’s integrated amplifiers deploy high-end engineering for “exceptional power and precision”

By Harry McKerrell Published 29 April 26

Musical Fidelity lifts the lid on the M5xi and M6xi integrated amplifiers

Stereo Amplifiers

Larrabee Studios Los Angeles studio shot

I heard a Dolby Atmos mix in a professional recording studio – and it’s changed my view of spatial audio

By Harry McKerrell Published 28 April 26

Is this really the future of music?

Hi-Fi

The best AirPods alternatives 2026: 6 superb pairs reviewed and picked by our experts

By Andy Madden last updated 24 April 26

Best Buys In case Apple's in-ears aren't on your radar...

Best Buys

It's taken over six years, but we finally have two new, affordable and capable Bluetooth turntables worth recommending

By Harry McKerrell Published 21 April 26

Two superb decks enter our list of the best Bluetooth record players

Turntables

The 16 best prog rock albums our hi-fi experts recommend for testing

By Alastair Stevenson Published 19 April 26

Prog is designed to push boundaries, as well as your hi-fi system’s capabilities

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Vinyl

Kerr Acoustic K400 standmount speaker on a white background

Kerr's compact standmounts promise pro-level performance for smaller listening spaces

By Harry McKerrell Published 17 April 26

Kerr unveils the K400 standmounts

Hi-Fi Speakers

TechDAS Air Force IV turntable in a silver finish

TechDAS's high-end pneumatic turntable seeks "unparalleled sound" via its unique construction and high-quality materials

By Harry McKerrell Published 17 April 26

The Air Force IV has landed

Turntables

Vinyl on your radio? Discover 4 non-traditional but easy ways to listen to your turntable

By Harry McKerrell Published 16 April 26

You don't need a full-fat hi-fi system for modern turntables

Turntables

Sony’s new Bluetooth turntables have an ace up their sleeve – and it’s great for vinyl newbies

By Harry McKerrell Published 15 April 26

Pair it with active speakers for a versatile, space-saving vinyl set-up

Turntables

Sony PS-LX5BT

By Harry McKerrell Published 15 April 26

The Sony PS-LX5BT is an attractive proposition, boasting Bluetooth streaming, a built-in phono stage and automatic operation – all for a very reasonable outlay.

Turntables

Sony PS-LX3BT

By Harry McKerrell Published 14 April 26

As an entry point into the world of vinyl, the PS-LX3BT is an excellent pick. Automatic operation, Bluetooth, built-in phono stage and great sound at this price? Sold.

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Turntables