Becky Scarrott

Becky Scarrott

Audio Editor

Becky became Audio Editor in 2024, but joined TechRadar in 2022 as Senior Staff Writer, focusing on all things audio and hi-fi. Before joining the team, she spent three years at What Hi-Fi? testing, reviewing and generally enjoying everything from wallet-friendly wireless earbuds to huge, multi-product high-end sound systems. Prior to gaining her MA in Journalism in 2018, Becky freelanced as an arts critic alongside a 22-year career as a professional dancer and aerialist – any love of dance is of course tethered to a love of music. Becky has previously contributed to Stuff, FourFourTwo and The Stage. 

When not writing, she is usually throwing shapes in a dance studio, spinning in the air to improve the tolerance of her inner ear to dizziness, drinking coffee, watching football or trying to surf in Cornwall with her other half; an irritatingly good surfer and an even better football writer. 

Articles by: Becky Scarrott

A man holding eight pairs of headphones in his hands, with models from Bose, Sony, Amazon, Soundcore, and Sonos, among others

I've picked the best noise cancelling headphones for all budgets, based on real-world testing of nearly 20 models

By Matt Bolton last updated

We've tested and selected the best noise cancelling headphones to keep the world out and your music in.

Sennheiser wired headphones on a colorful background showing the techradar logo

The best wired headphones, all tested by TechRadar's audio experts

By Becky Scarrott last updated

We pick out the best wired headphones for big audio upgrades, no matter how much you want to spend.

The Sonos Roam headphones for TV, on a colorful background

Best headphones for TV: home theater without the speakers, all tested by our experts

By Matt Bolton last updated

Buying guide Meet the best headphones for movies or TV viewing, with specialized features such as Dolby Atmos spatial audio.

Sonos, Apple, Edifier and Bowers & Wilkins wireless speakers on a table, with a pick wall behind them

The best AirPlay speakers, all tested by TechRadar, and perfect for Apple-using music lovers

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Buying Guide Here are the best AirPlay speakers to stream audio from your iPhone, iPad or MacBook using Apple AirPlay 2.

A selection of earbuds (JBL, Bose, Beats, Bowers & Wilkins, Technics and Apple AirPods) held in two hands, in front of a flower bed

The best noise-cancelling earbuds for all budgets, chosen by a TechRadar expert based on real-world testing

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Updated The best noise-cancelling earbuds block out the world without the bulk of over-ear headphones – here are our top recommendations based on in-house testing

Sony WH-1000XM6 folded inside magnetic case

The best travel headphones for all budgets, chosen by our jet-setting reviewers based on real-world testing

By Matt Bolton last updated

Mute planes, trains and automobiles with our top travel headphones and earbuds, from Sony, Bose and more

Three phone screens with Amazon Music, Apple Music and Spotify apps displayed

The best music streaming services: Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Qobuz, more

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Updated The very best music streaming services and apps for every kind of music fan.

Dune on a phone screen, on purple background

Dune is the new worldwide music platform aiming to fix Spotify's artist income problem — and the band you love? Probably loves it

By Becky Scarrott published

This new music platform is like Spotify and Kickstarter rolled into one — and one of my all-time favorite bands is launching music exclusively on it.

A selection of headphones on a fabric tablecloth

The best headphones for all budgets, real-world tested by our experts

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Updated Here’s our pick of the best headphones you can buy today with top cans to suit your style and your budget.

records

Record Store Day 2026 starts soon! The date, the top vinyl drops, and everything else you need to know

By Becky Scarrott last updated

RSD happens but once a year, and it's a refreshing return to bricks-and-mortar-store shopping for vinyl — so you'll want to be ready

TechDas Air Force IV turntable on a table, with TR's Money no Object badge in the top right corner

'The serious audiophile Record Store Day deck': this elite new turntable unnerves me almost as much as it piques my interest

By Becky Scarrott published

TechDas' elite new turntable vacuum-clamps your vinyl to a heavyweight platter floating on air, promising to dig up 'extraordinary sound' from an LP’s grooves

Boiler Room Records in Poole Dorset, with a Record Store Day poster on the street just outside the shop front

13 of the best Record Store Day 2026 releases, as picked by TechRadar — Pavement, Public Service Broadcasting and more

By Becky Scarrott published

We're a music-loving bunch at TechRadar, just see our top Record Store Day 2026 picks (and why we love them)

Sony LinkBuds S earbuds with a techradar logo in the background

The best earbuds for small ears, all tested by a petite-eared audio expert

By Becky Scarrott last updated

My pick of the best earbuds for those with a smaller ear canal, tragus or concha, however much you're able to spend.

The Gadhouse Miko Cassette Player on a blue blackground, with some cassettes spilling out.

'Everyone seemingly hates modern tech': this brand new retro cassette player proves the hipsters right

By Tom Bedford published

The Gadhouse Miko Cassette Player is part of a growing trend of feature-packed physical music players.

FiiO M11S digital audio player

Best MP3 player: top portable hi-res music players for any budget, all tested by our experts

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Updated Looking for the best portable hi-res music player? Here's our pick of digital audio players from Astell & Kern, Sony and more.

Sennheiser IE 900 wired earbuds on a colorful background with the TechRadar logo

The best wired earbuds, from cheap USB-C to audiophile-grade IEMs – all tested by TechRadar

By Matt Bolton last updated

Still craving a reliable connection, high-end audio, and no battery life anxiety? Here are the best wired earbuds you can buy today.

A selection of earbuds held in two hands, above a Persian carpet

The best budget earbuds, all real-world tested by our expert audio team

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Updated The best budget wireless and wired earbuds you can buy today, with options from Sony, Nothing, EarFun, JLab and more.

Pro-ject's debut carbon evo on a yellow background

The best turntables for all budgets, tested and selected by TechRadar's audio experts

By Becky Scarrott last updated

The best record player is just a few clicks away, whether you're a vinyl veteran or a turntable newbie – and every one is TechRadar tested and approved.

A selection of wireless earbuds, in their cases, held in a woman's hands on a sunny day

The best earbuds I recommend for every budget, all TechRadar tested

By Becky Scarrott last updated

My carefully considered pick of the best earbuds in the business – including one or two new models you might not be familiar with.

Person holding Sony WH-1000XM6 and Sony WH-1000XM5

The best Sony headphones for all budgets, as tested and recommended by our audio experts

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Updated Our pick of the best Sony wireless earbuds and over-ear headphones, however much you're able to spend.

An array of Bluetooth speakers on table

What are the best Bluetooth speakers money can buy? I’ve tested more than 30 models, and these are my top picks for every budget

By Harry Padoan last updated

Updated Looking for the best Bluetooth speaker money can buy? Here are the top portable speakers on the market right now, all TechRadar tested.

Denon 200, 400 and 600 in a very nice hotel room

‘Dolby Atmos with headroom to spare’ — my afternoon with Denon’s 'Sonos-busting' trio of wireless speakers (and why WiiM should also be worried)

By Becky Scarrott published

Denon launched 'Sonos-busting' 200, 400, and 600 wireless speakers — think multiple drivers, all-stereo presentation, multi-room smarts, and chic looks

The OneOdio Focus A5 against a wooden background.

The best cheap headphones, all tested by our reviewers

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Updated Want a decent pair of budget earbuds or headphones without breaking the bank? Here are the best cheap headphones available today.

Philips audio products worn by a group of young people, with a skateboard

‘The real question is, are there any audio products Philips won’t be releasing in 2026?’ — I just looked at the firm’s hi-fi listings for 2026, and it’s a lot

By Becky Scarrott published

Earbuds, wireless over-ears, retro on-ears, boombox-style speakers, a turntable, and a ‘micro hi-fi system’ — is there any audio product Philips isn’t releasing in 2026?

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) on a plain background.

'I am extremely angry!' — Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) reportedly lost key features after a firmware update, and users aren't OK

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Users say a Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones 2nd Gen firmware update has removed key features — here's what to do if you feel the same

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