Articles by Harry McKerrell, 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.

Articles by: Harry McKerrell

This Marvel epic is one of the MCU’s lowest-rated movies – but its soundtrack is pure testing heaven

By Harry McKerrell published 31 July 24

While it might not have been Marvel’s most successful attempt to build a new franchise, there’s a lot to like about 2021’s Eternals, especially its superb soundtrack.

Goldmund's audiophile-focused preamp packs in new tech, but its price will knock you sideways

By Harry McKerrell published 30 July 24

Swiss audio brand Goldmund has unveiled its Mimesis Excellence preamp aimed at "audiophiles seeking the pinnacle of sound quality".

Fiio's latest flagship IEMs hope to beat Shure and Sennheiser with customisable sound profiles

By Harry McKerrell published 30 July 24

Fiio's FH19 hybrid IEMs come equipped with custom-built drivers, a semi-open design and a series of swappable filters.

Rotel's integrated amplifier teases no-compromise performance for an entry-level price

By Harry McKerrell published 30 July 24

Building on more than 60 years of hi-fi heritage, the Rotel A8 amplifier promises powerful performance without the hefty price tag.

Bose SoundLink Max versus JBL Xtreme 4 banner image

Bose SoundLink Max vs Xtreme 4: which Bluetooth speaker is better?

By Harry McKerrell published 29 July 24

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 Concertino G4 flanking a McIntosh valve amp

Sonus Faber blends "heritage and innovation" in modern-retro Concertino G4 speakers

By Harry McKerrell published 26 July 24

Sonus Faber's Concertino G4 standmounts are the latest iteration of its established Concertino loudspeaker line.

These lively, detailed Sony WF-1000XM5 rivals are £100 off at Amazon – their first-ever drop

By Harry McKerrell published 25 July 24

After dropping from £299 to £199, the Sony WF-1000XM5-rivalling Final ZE8000 MK 2 are a third off at Amazon.

Forget the iPhone 16, Apple's first-ever folding phone could arrive in 2026

By Harry McKerrell published 24 July 24

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 23 July 24

Apple Music Classical's new weekly chart brings together data from five different sources to find the week's most popular albums.

A pair of pink Beats Fit Pro and black Beats Studio Buds with their charging cases, lying on a yellow surface.

Best Beats headphones 2024: top pairs tested by experts

By Joe Svetlik last updated 23 July 24

Best Buys These are the best Beats headphones on the market right now, from true wireless to sporty designs.

Which JBL speaker should you buy? Flip 6, Charge 5, Xtreme 4 and more compared

By Joe Svetlik, Harry McKerrell last updated 22 July 24

Updated JBL makes some exceptional budget Bluetooth speakers and we're here to help you choose the right speaker for you.

Astell and Kern Activo P1 player on a blue background

Astell & Kern's affordable Activo P1 portable music player could be a Sony Walkman alternative

By Becky Roberts last updated 22 July 24

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-M1000TX in silver against silver background

TAD's upgraded power amplifier houses redesigned circuitry for "exceptional clarity"

By Harry McKerrell published 19 July 24

High-end audio brand TAD has upgraded its Evolution Series of products, with the TAD-M1000TX power amplifier replacing the TAD-M1000 model.

Noise cancelling headphones: Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

Time is running out to grab these once-in-a-lifetime Bowers & Wilkins headphones deals

By Harry McKerrell last updated 18 July 24

The B&W Px7 S2 and Px7 S2e have both plummeted in price following Prime Day. The only tough decision is which pair to pick

JBL Stage 2 floorstanders and centre channel

JBL's new loudspeaker range is designed to deliver a blockbusting cinematic experience

By Harry McKerrell published 18 July 24

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 18 July 24

Deals You'll find the best deals on the Award-winning Pro-Ject Primary E turntable right here.

In-ear headphones: Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

Prime Day is over, but these outstanding Bose buds are still at their lowest price – but for how long?

By Harry McKerrell published 18 July 24

You can now save a whopping £81 on arguably the best noise-cancelling earbuds on the market right now.

These five-star Sennheiser earbuds have hit a new Prime Day low, but be quick

By Harry McKerrell published 17 July 24

The heavily discounted five-star Momentum True Wireless 3 are some of the finest wireless earbuds money can this for Prime Day.

Best last-minute Prime Day deals on What Hi-Fi? Award winners and five-star tech

By Andy Madden, Harry McKerrell published 17 July 24

Multiple five-star products have been discounted for the Amazon Prime Day 2024 sales extravaganza - but hurry before stocks run out!

Get moving! The Bose QC Earbuds II have plunged to their lowest Prime Day price

By Harry McKerrell published 17 July 24

Thanks to the emergence of the new Bose QC Ultra Earbuds, the five-star QC Earbuds II have dropped to their lowest-ever price.

Jabra-cadabra! Grab these heavily slashed earbuds before their final vanishing act this Prime Day

By Harry McKerrell published 17 July 24

Prime Big continues to throw up some great bargains, and now it's the turn of Jabra to see prices tumble

The LG C3 OLED TV is the cheapest it's ever been for Prime Day – don't miss out!

By Tom Parsons published 17 July 24

£799 for the 48-inch model and just a hundred pounds more for the 55-inch version.

Cambridge Audio CXA81 Mk II in moody lifestyle setting on glass shelf with disco lights

The best Prime Day hi-fi deals – save on Cambridge Audio, Roksan, Sonos and more

By Harry McKerrell last updated 16 July 24

We've scoured the web for the best Prime Day hi-fi deals so far, be they from Amazon or a cost-cutting rival retailer.

Turntable: Technics SL-1200GR2 turntable on wooden rack with Vertere Sabre cartridge

Hurry! Score £250 off a superb Technics turntable in this mega Prime Day deal

By Harry McKerrell last updated 16 July 24

Stocks are running low on the Technics SL-1200GR2 turntable, so you'd better hurry if you want to pick up a great bargain.

Apple AirPods (2019) in their charging case on a wooden table.

AirPods don't come any cheaper: Apple's wireless earbuds hit new low price of £95

By Joe Svetlik published 16 July 24

Apple's cheap and cheerful AirPods 2 are now only £95 – their lowest ever price.

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