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
Bose SoundLink Max vs Xtreme 4: which Bluetooth speaker is better?
By Harry McKerrell published
The Xtreme 4 has taken JBL's boombox range to the next level, but Bose's SoundLink Max makes for a serious rival.
Sonus Faber blends "heritage and innovation" in modern-retro Concertino G4 speakers
By Harry McKerrell published
Sonus Faber's Concertino G4 standmounts are the latest iteration of its established Concertino loudspeaker line.
Forget the iPhone 16, Apple's first-ever folding phone could arrive in 2026
By Harry McKerrell published
Per multiple reports, Apple could be planning on making its first foldable phone to compete with the likes of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.
Apple Music Classical's Top 100 weekly chart is Top of the Pops for classical music
By Harry McKerrell published
Apple Music Classical's new weekly chart brings together data from five different sources to find the week's most popular albums.
Which JBL speaker should you buy? Flip 6, Charge 5, Xtreme 4 and more compared
By Joe Svetlik, Harry McKerrell last updated
UPDATED JBL makes some exceptional budget Bluetooth speakers and we're here to help you choose the right speaker for you.
Astell & Kern's affordable Activo P1 portable music player could be a Sony Walkman alternative
By Becky Roberts last updated
Unveiled at High End Munich earlier this year, Astell & Kern has officially launched the Activo P1 portable music player for a more affordable price tag.
TAD's upgraded power amplifier houses redesigned circuitry for "exceptional clarity"
By Harry McKerrell published
High-end audio brand TAD has upgraded its Evolution Series of products, with the TAD-M1000TX power amplifier replacing the TAD-M1000 model.
JBL's new loudspeaker range is designed to deliver a blockbusting cinematic experience
By Harry McKerrell published
JBL's Stage 2 loudspeakers have arrived alongside the new JBL MA AV receiver range for a modern home cinema system.
The best Pro-Ject Primary E deals
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Deals You'll find the best deals on the Award-winning Pro-Ject Primary E turntable right here.
Hurry! Score £250 off a superb Technics turntable in this mega Prime Day deal
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Stocks are running low on the Technics SL-1200GR2 turntable, so you'd better hurry if you want to pick up a great bargain.
Our favourite budget wireless earbuds are heavily discounted for Prime Day, but could you get a better deal?
By Harry McKerrell published
The Sony WF-C500 are great, but you could go cheaper if you search out these five-star budget alternatives.
Our favourite Bluetooth speaker is discounted for Prime Day – but don't buy the JBL Flip 6 yet
By Harry McKerrell published
While we love the JBL Flip 6, it's not at its lowest-ever price, while healthy alternatives could tempt you to consider your options.
This five-star Roksan CD player deal won't be beaten this year – down by over £500!
By Harry McKerrell published
Is this the best CD player deal you'll find all year? The Roksan K3 CD Di is down from £1300 to just £799 at Richer Sounds.
Building a hi-fi system? This £550 five-star Roksan amp discount is a belting bargain
By Harry McKerrell published
The Roksan K3 amplifier drops from £1250 to £699, not bad for a five-star amplifier with serious pedigree.
Want headphones inspired by Fabergé or made from whisky barrels? These IEMs are for you
By Harry McKerrell published
The Zeitgeist Germany Artisan Collection employs the same wood used to make a Fabergé egg, while the Whisky Collection is made from old scotch barrels.
Fiio's four-channel desktop amp aims to deliver smooth sound in a compact, versatile package
By Harry McKerrell published
The Fiio K11 R2R is a four-channel headphone amp which offers support for 32-bit/384kHz and native DSD256 hi-res audio files.
Samsung's AirPods-rivalling wireless earbuds go big on AI – but can they compete sonically?
By Harry McKerrell published
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro go big on features and AI, but will they sound good enough to trouble the market leaders?
Edifier's premium planar magnetic over-ears could make Apple's AirPods Max sweat
By Harry McKerrell published
The Edifier Stax Spirit S5 wireless planar magnetic headphones over-ears are here to rival Apple's hugely popular AirPods Max.
Audio-Technica's affordable wireless earbuds tease "chest-thumping" bass power
By Harry McKerrell published
Audio-Technica's ATH-CKS30TW+ pack in a lot of features for £89, with a sound profile that focuses heavily on bass power.
11 of the best tracks from Tarantino movies for testing your system
By Harry McKerrell published
Nobody does a movie soundtrack quite like Tarantino – enjoy some of his finest selections as you test your AV system to the max.
14 best prog rock tracks to test your hi-fi system
By Alastair Stevenson last updated
Our team of product experts detail the top prog rock tracks they use to test hi-fi and audio kit
10 of the best tracks brought back to life by movies and TV shows
By Harry McKerrell published
Sometimes all it takes is one iconic scene to bring a track back from the brink of obscurity.
11 of the best Netflix movies in 4K, HDR and Dolby Atmos
By What Hi-Fi? last updated
From tense thrillers to zany comedies, here's are the best flicks on Netflix to test your TV and sound system.
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