Becky Roberts
Becky is the managing editor of What Hi-Fi? and, since her recent move to Melbourne, also the editor of the brand's sister magazines Down Under – Australian Hi-Fi and Audio Esoterica. During her 11+ years in the hi-fi industry, she has reviewed all manner of audio gear, from budget amplifiers to high-end speakers, and particularly specialises in headphones and head-fi devices. In her spare time, Becky can often be found running, watching Liverpool FC and horror movies, and hunting for gluten-free cake.
Latest articles by Becky Roberts

New to vinyl? Avoid making this common mistake with your first turntable system
By Becky Roberts published
Vinyl systems don't just require a record player, amplifier and speakers to work. There is one obscure but crucial extra ingredient...

Best Bluetooth speaker deals – big savings on B&O, JBL, Sony and more
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Deals Our pick of the best Bluetooth speaker deals, featuring JBL, Sony, B&O and more

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are officially over – but my top 10 audio deals are sticking around for another day
By Becky Roberts published
Since Cyber Monday ended, I've gone back through my favourite audio deals to see which are sticking around a little longer...

Not a typo! You can still save £520 (!) on these hi-fi headphones with this Cyber Monday deal
By Becky Roberts published
There is a new low price on the excellent Focal Elegia headphones

I've built a bargain budget hi-fi system with these 4 superb Cyber Monday deals
By Becky Roberts published
Some of our favourite-ever budget components are on the end of decent Cyber Monday deals...

Cyber Monday rewards patience as popular Sony XM4 deal gets even better today
By Becky Roberts published
Just when I thought this Sony deal couldn't possibly get any better, Cyber Monday strikes...

I'm a serious headphone nut and am shocked that my favourite wireless over-ears are now half-price for Black Friday
By Becky Roberts published
Got a healthy headphones budget? These five-star wireless noise-cancellers are 50% off at Amazon for Black Friday.

I'm a hi-fi expert and these 4 brand-new Black Friday speaker deals are the best I've seen all year
By Becky Roberts last updated
Peter Tyson has introduced a 10%-off discount code that makes several great deals even greater.

Sony is winning Black Friday headphones deals – here's which five-star pair to buy
By Becky Roberts last updated
These are the best Sony wireless earbuds and headphones to buy in the Black Friday sales

Award-winning KEF LS50 Meta bookshelf speakers plummet to their best-ever price – save £300!
By Harry McKerrell published
DEAL The class-leading and Award-winning KEF LS50 Meta have returned to their lowest-ever price of £899.

Bose's five-star flagship QuietComfort wireless earbuds crash to their lowest price this Black Friday
By Harry McKerrell published
Save £112 on Bose's outstanding QC Ultra Earbuds.

78% off this Astell & Kern wireless speaker is terribly tempting – but this Black Friday deal is safer
By Becky Roberts published
I've found a crazy speaker deal that might be worth a punt, but the safer option would be to buy a tried-and-trusted alternative...

Time to fall back in love with CDs? This Black Friday bundle deal saves you £550 on Roksan's Attessa hi-fi
By Becky Roberts published
Sevenoaks, Richer Sounds and Peter Tyson are offering this tempting Black Friday hi-fi bundle deal on new Roksan electronics...

I've picked the 15 best Black Friday deals on What Hi-Fi? Award 2024 winners
By Becky Roberts last updated
We've just crowned the best-value kit on the planet – and plenty of it is even better value this Black Friday.

Our favourite cheap Dolby Atmos soundbar is now 40% off for Black Friday
By Becky Roberts published
Want to improve your TV's audio without spending a fortune? The Sony HT-S2000 could be the Black Friday buy for you...

Which Bose headphones should you buy?
By Becky Roberts last updated
Heart set on Bose headphones but unsure which is the best pair for you? Our handy guide is here to help...

Audiolab elevates its reference 9000 range with its first pre and power amps in eight years
By Becky Roberts published
The new 9000P is the first Audiolab power amp since the 2016-released 8300XP, and is joined by the new 9000Q preamp.

Esoteric's sensational SACD/CD player wins our 2024 Temptation Award
By Ketan Bharadia published
The high-end Esoteric K-05XD delivers exceptional performance for CD/SACD die-hards

How to choose the right pair of headphones for you
By Andy Madden, Becky Roberts last updated
Headphones can be a serious investment, so take care when selecting a pair. Follow our advice and you won’t go far wrong.

Bose and McIntosh Group: why I'm positive about the acquisition
By Becky Roberts published
No one yet knows how this particular chapter for McIntosh Group will play out, so might we look at the potential positives?

Sony WH-1000XM5 tips: how to connect to PS5 and multiple devices, use the app, and more
By Becky Roberts last updated
We have rustled up some tips and answered FAQs to help you get to know your Sony XM5 headphones a little better...

Surprise! Rarely discounted Ruark speakers get generous Black Friday deal
By Becky Roberts published
Ideal computer speakers, Ruark's former What Hi-Fi? Award winners are £70 off at several retailers for Black Friday.

Wireless speaker vs all-in-one system vs hi-fi separates: which beginner audiophile path is right for you?
By Becky Roberts published
Want to introduce a serious-sounding audio set-up to your home? You have a choice of three routes to go down...
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