Articles by Becky Roberts

Becky is the managing editor of What Hi-Fi? and, since her recent move to Melbourne, also the editor of Australian Hi-Fi magazine. During her 10+ 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.

Articles by: Becky Roberts

Hi-fi and music streaming live harmoniously, but two Big Tech brands hold the relationship back

By Becky Roberts published 1 November 24

From where I’m standing, hi-fi and music streaming mostly live pretty harmoniously… save for one thing: two big companies are letting the side down.

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's the Super Linton speaker from Wharfedale

By Becky Roberts published 1 November 24

Wharfedale has improved its most popular speaker with drive units, crossover and cabinet upgrades.

Netflix too pricey? Here are 9 horror movie hits you can stream for free this Halloween weekend

By Becky Roberts, Kashfia Kabir last updated 1 November 24

What Hi-Fi?'s two scream queens highlight 9 horror movies on video streaming service Tubi, which doesn’t cost a penny and takes only a minute to register free for.

Best turntable speakers 2024: top-rated speakers for your record player

By Kashfia Kabir last updated 31 October 24

Best Buys Looking for the best speakers for your record player? We've rounded up a versatile range of options to suit all budgets.

Wow! Focal's Vestia speaker range is now 50% off at Peter Tyson – a scarily good deal

By Becky Roberts published 31 October 24

Peter Tyson has slashed the price of Focal's mid-range speakers series for VIP members.

Tidal will reportedly make mass staff cuts (again) as it looks to operate 'like a startup'

By Becky Roberts published 31 October 24

CEO Jack Dorsey says the company must act “like a startup again” and operate with a "much smaller team" to improve efficiency.

Best stereo amplifiers 2024: the 8 best integrated amps chosen by our experts

By Becky Roberts last updated 30 October 24

Best Buys Help get the best sound from your separates hi-fi system by driving it with one of the best stereo amplifiers out there.

Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro MKII on a table in a library

Beyerdynamic’s studio headphone sequels nod to its 100-year history with an all-new ‘Tesla’ driver

By Becky Roberts published 30 October 24

The DT 770 Pro and DT 990 Pro enter their second generation

Astell & Kern music player on a magazine next to earbuds

Best portable MP3 players 2024: top hi-res music players tested by our experts

By Becky Roberts last updated 30 October 24

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 on-ear headphones 2024: our expert pick of wired and wireless pairs

By Becky Roberts last updated 28 October 24

Our expert picks of the best on-ear headphones for features, style and sound, including pairs from Sony and Grado.

Lyngdorf Audio FR-2 in a modern living space

Short on space? Lyngdorf Audio’s quirky FR-2 floorstanders are specifically designed to sit against rear walls

By Becky Roberts published 28 October 24

They certainly appear easy to house

Sony WH-CH720N lying on a wooden surface

Best noise-cancelling headphones 2024 – tested by our in-house experts

By Becky Roberts last updated 28 October 24

Best Buys Leave the noisy world behind and immerse yourself in music with our expert pick of the best noise-cancelling headphones you can buy...

Which Sonos speaker should you buy in 2024?

By Joe Cox, Becky Roberts last updated 24 October 24

Got your heart set on a Sonos speaker or soundbar but not sure which product is right for you? Here's our guide to help you decide.

Dolby Atmos: what is it? How can you get it?

By Becky Roberts last updated 18 October 24

Want to heighten your home cinema surround sound experience? You need to know about Dolby Atmos.

The best turntable deals 2024: lowest prices on great record players

By Kashfia Kabir last updated 10 October 24

Deals Looking for a new record player? Here are the best deals on the best Bluetooth, budget and premium turntables we've tried and tested.

Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 speakers on stands either side of a console bearing a record player and shelves of vinyl

Best hi-fi deals 2024 – fantastic prices on great audio products

By Kashfia Kabir last updated 10 October 24

Deals Looking to upgrade your system or bag a great bargain? Check out these tempting hi-fi deals on speakers, amps, DACs, CD players and more.

Best Bluetooth speaker deals – great savings on B&O, JBL, Sony and more

By Harry McKerrell last updated 10 October 24

Deals Our pick of the best Bluetooth speaker deals, featuring JBL, Sony, B&O and more

Sonos Ace, Sony WH-1000XM5, Apple AirPods Max and Bose QC Ultra Headphones together on a bench

The best headphone deals 2024: save big on AirPods, Bose, Sony and more

By Becky Roberts last updated 10 October 24

Deals Huge discounts on some of the best headphones and earbuds we've reviewed, including many What Hi-Fi? Award winners...

Sony WH-1000XM4 on a desk next to a laptop

Quick! Sony's classic WH-1000XM4 headphones have dropped in price AGAIN for Prime Day

By Andy Madden published 9 October 24

Sony's WH-1000XM4 ANC over-ears have dropped in price for the second day running to a new all-time low Amazon.

Sennheiser HD 450BT drop to less than £100 on Amazon Prime Day 2021

I've covered 11 Prime Day sales – these are the 4 deals I'd genuinely buy myself

By Becky Roberts published 9 October 24

The Prime Day sale truly spoils you for choice, but not every deal is worth snapping up. In my opinion, these four certainly are...

Austrian Audio Hi-X25BT over-ear headphones

Bose, Beats and Amazon headphones make Top 100 Prime Day deals – but I'd buy these instead

By Becky Roberts published 9 October 24

All are attractively priced, but none is the best you can buy at its price. I have found you better alternatives for each...

WiiM Mini on a desk next to a turntable, with a speaker below

Gift your hi-fi system AirPlay, Spotify and Tidal Connect for only £69 this Prime Day

By Becky Roberts published 9 October 24

The clever little WiiM Mini streamer is just £71 at Amazon – and even less at Sevenoaks, Richer Sounds and Peter Tyson.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones on a wooden table

Today's Amazon Prime sale goes unexpectedly big on Bose headphones – save up to 44%

By Becky Roberts published 8 October 24

Bose headphones and earbuds, both old and new, are enjoying discounts of up to 44 per cent in Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale.

Spotify and Apple Music logos side by side against a black background

I just re-reviewed Spotify – here are 3 things it now needs to beat Apple, Tidal et al

By Becky Roberts published 4 October 24

Spotify currently lags behind its competitors in quality, so what does its forthcoming upgrade need to put the service's nose back in front?

A moustached man staring into the camera

Netflix has just released the gory sequel to this “inventive and captivating” horror movie

By Becky Roberts last updated 4 October 24

The sequel to 2019's acclaimed Spanish dystopian horror kicks off the streaming service's spooky spree for Halloween month.

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