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

Spatial audio is heading to an epic London outdoor festival… where I believe the technology truly belongs
By Becky Roberts published
The three-day Polygon Live LDN festival next May will see a hemispherical dual-dome stage packed with 200 speakers...

What is aptX HD Bluetooth? What devices and headphones support it?
By Joe Svetlik, Becky Roberts last updated
aptX HD brings high-quality streaming to wireless Bluetooth devices. Here's what you need to know about the codec, including how it compares to Sony's LDAC rival.

The M6xTT turntable is more gorgeous acrylic from Musical Fidelity – just in a smaller and cheaper package
By Becky Roberts published
The company's second premium turntable in over a year

Your ears are the issue: affordable “breakthrough” device adjusts ear geometry to improve music listening
By Becky Roberts published
Headphone and earplug specialist Flare Audio has launched a new in-ear device that claims to remove ear distortions...

Sonos Ace vs Apple AirPods Max: which noise-cancelling headphones should you buy?
By Verity Burns last updated
We put the Sonos Ace wireless headphones against the Apple AirPods Max to see which pair comes out on top.

Sonos Ace vs Sony WH-1000XM5: which wireless headphones are better?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Hopes are high for the Sonos Ace. But can they take on the best over-ear wireless headphones we've tested?

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...

Cyber Monday is almost over – and so are my 3 favorite TV, soundbar and headphone deals
By Becky Roberts published
My top pick of the TV, soundbar and headphone deals can save you hundreds...

Sony XM5 too pricey? These cheaper Sennheiser headphones are the better Cyber Monday buy anyway
By Becky Roberts published
Sennheiser's Momentum Wireless 4 are significantly lower in price than they ever have been before.

Last chance! Our favorite 8K TV is the Cyber Monday deal you deserve – but you better be quick
By Becky Roberts published
Save $1800 on the Award-winning Samsung QE75QN900D before the deal ends

The best Cyber Monday TV deal I've found so far is 41% off the Hisense U8 Mini LED – better than Black Friday
By Becky Roberts published
The Hisense U8N is priced from $698 for Black Friday, making it a bargain for those looking for a big-screen bargain.

Can't afford the LG C4? The C3 is still an awesome TV – and at its lowest-ever price for Cyber Monday
By Becky Roberts published
Last year's C3 OLED remains a great TV as it hits its lowest-ever price for Cyber Monday.

Bose, Beats and Sonos headphones make Amazon's Top 100 Black Friday deals – but I've found much better alternatives
By Becky Roberts published
All are attractively priced, but none is the best you can buy at its price. I have found you better alternatives for each...

My top 3 Black Friday streaming deals can save you 75% on quality 4K bingeing
By Becky Roberts published
The best Black Friday streaming deals feature Disney+, Hulu, Peacock and AMC+.

I've never seen an AirPods deal this good – and I've been covering the Black Friday sales for 12 years
By Becky Roberts last updated
I've blown away by this AirPods deal on Amazon, which sees the flagship buds drop to just $154.

Last chance! Bag the AirPods Max for less than $400 while you still can
By Becky Roberts published
The final stock of Apple's AirPods Max with the Lightning connection are on sale at Amazon for 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.

Ditch streaming and take ownership back this Black Friday as our favourite 4K Blu-ray player drops by $100
By Tom Parsons published
Don't wait for Black Friday: this Award-winning Panasonic 4K Blu-ray player is now even cheaper at Amazon.

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.

The best Black Friday hi-fi deal I've seen so far? 33% off this five-star speaker system at Amazon – but stock is limited
By Becky Roberts published
The five-star Elac Debut ConneX DCB41 is a superbly-priced, brilliant-sounding setup – and now it's an even bigger bargain thanks to Black Friday.
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