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

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Miss the headphone jack on your iPhone? These wired headphones are the next-best thing

By Ruth Hamilton published

It's been a decade since Apple controversially nixed the 3.5mm jack, and wired headphones are still very much in demand.

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.

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

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Considering a complete wireless turntable setup? I've created 4 simple vinyl systems, featuring Bluetooth and Sonos-compatible options

By Becky Scarrott published

Want to get into wire-free vinyl but don't know how to start? You'll need a nice simple system — and this little quartet all come recommended by an audio editor.

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.

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‘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?

Cambridge Audio's Melomania A100 on blue background, with TR's 'Lowest price' badge

'So good for the money, it shouldn't be allowed' — forget AirPods, these 5-star Cambridge earbuds at 34% off are my pick of Amazon's Spring Deal Days

By Becky Scarrott published

I have them; I love them — and for just £78.99 they're an absolute no-brainer on the last day of Amazon's Spring Deal Days sale extravaganza.

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'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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My top half-price earbuds in Amazon's Spring Deal Days? Easy, the 5-star Nothing Ear (a) — now just £49.99!

By Becky Scarrott published

Most of the earbuds deals I've seen in the Spring Deal Days sales are fine rather than fantastic — but Nothing's Ear (a) at this new lowest-seen price are a no-brainer

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Get wired in Amazon's Spring Sale: audiophile IEMs, portable hi-res players and more at lowest ever prices

By Becky Scarrott published

Amazon's Spring Deal Days are here and I've picked out the best portable hi-fi deals live now, with some lowest-seen prices across audiophile products — enjoy!

A split-screen image showing Samsung's Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, and a screen-grab of the 2014 Samsung Milk Music streaming service options

‘I'm a huge music fan and I love the idea, but it’s not on the horizon’ — Samsung exec confirms Milk Music won’t be revived any time soon, and I think that’s a big mistake

By Becky Scarrott published

Why Samsung’s defunct Milk Music was the Betamax to Apple Music’s VHS – and why I think it’s high time Samsung rebuilt its music streaming platform

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Wired earbuds are back! Meze’s new IEMs would look great with your MacBook Neo — but they're more expensive than a whole laptop

By Becky Scarrott published

Titanium shells, plus an innovative diaphragm design featuring '80 layers of gold'

Grado Signature S550 headphones on a stand, with an amplifier and leather chair nearby

A cheaper version of my favorite open-back audiophile headphones just dropped — cheers, Grado!

By Becky Scarrott published

Grado's more affordable Signature S550 headphones are in and if you read our Signature S750 review, you'll be eager to know more… 

Magico S7 2026 in four color options, on magneta background but with TR's 'Money no object' banner

Magico's new S7 money-no-object speakers were acoustically refined using robotics — and I'm desperate to hear them

By Becky Scarrott published

Magico's exhaustive pursuit of audio excellence harnesses cutting edge tech — and understandably, that doesn't come cheap

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‘Sound by Bose’ earbuds for this money?! I’ve never said ‘Hello Moto’ with so much conviction!

By Becky Scarrott published

Motorola just launched cheap earbuds with ‘Sound by Bose’, hi-res support, and spatial audio — and for this money, they're a no-brainer

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The best headphone DACs: top desktop and portable DACS to make your music sing, all tested by TechRadar

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Updated The best headphone DACs (or digital-to-analogue converters) are a must-buy accessory for audio-lovers.

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The best open earbuds, all real-world tested by TechRadar: open-fit buds to stay aware of your surroundings

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Stay aware with the best open-ear headphones and air-conduction buds for running outdoors, sports, yoga and more.

Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 outside, near some daffodils, in the afternoon sun

I spent four days with the new Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5, and they're hands-down Huawei's best buds yet

By Becky Scarrott published

Huawei's been hard at work and honestly, the FreeBuds Pro 5 offer a formidable feature set — and yes, they also sound good.

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 vs Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: audio architecture, battery life, pricing and more

By Becky Scarrott published

Looks aside, there's plenty that joins these two fourth-gen. Samsung earbuds — but plenty separates them as well.

Samsung February Galaxy Unpacked

9 things we learned from Samsung’s big Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event — from the S26 Ultra to the Buds4 Pro

By Jacob Krol published

Samsung has wrapped up it first big Galaxy Unpacked event of 2026 — here's everything it announced in one handy place.

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Want to tell Spotify’s algorithm where to go? Soon, you may be able to do just that

By Becky Scarrott published

Great recommendations, no notes? Thought not – and Spotify could actually be testing a way to change that

A Technics SL-1500CS turntable on a wooden table

Technics just added its famed ΔΣ direct drive tech to a turntable that won't cost thousands — and I want one

By Becky Scarrott published

A unique gray finish, automatic tonearm, pre-fitted Ortofon cartridge and built in phono stage too? Where do I buy?!

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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.

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The best wireless headphones, chosen by our experts for all budgets

By Becky Scarrott last updated

These are the best Bluetooth headphones we've tested, whatever your budget or your priority.

A selection of excellent over-ear headphones, on a red-brick background

The best over-ear headphones for any budget, all tested by our experts

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Updated Looking for the best-sounding headphones? These are the cans you need to get more from your music.

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