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

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds and Sony Wf-1000XM5 on black and yellow background

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs Sony WF-1000XM5: which should you buy?

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Bose and Sony are the most heavy-hitting names in active noise cancellation, but which firm makes the best 2023 flagship earbuds?

Astell & Kern HB1 DAC with two cables on white background

Not sure whether you want a USB-C, Lightning or wireless DAC? This one's all three

By Becky Scarrott published

Astell & Kern’s HB1 USB-C/Lightning DAC comes with all the cables but can also level up your sound wirelessly.

Denon PerL Pro held in a hand, in their case, outside with a lawn in the background

Denon PerL Pro review: wireless earbuds with excellent sonic profiles and spatial audio, but a bulky design

By Becky Scarrott published

If your ear desires EQ tweaks (or you're just curious about otoacoustic tests) Denon PerL Pro are ideal – unless you have smaller ears.

Warwick Acoustics Electroacoustic speakers in an EV, seen in the door of the car, parked to watch a sunset

Electrostatic speakers will make EVs sound better – and help make them greener

By Becky Scarrott published

Why Warwick Acoustics’ electrostatic speakers are a win-win feature, coming soon to 'notable car manufacturers' of EVs.

Ultimate Ears Epicboom held in a hand, on gray background

I tried Ultimate Ears' pricey Bluetooth speaker and UE is back – in a big way

By Becky Scarrott published

UE went quiet on speakers for a while, but that's all changed now – and when it's this good, all is forgiven.

Denon PerL Pro

I took two hearing tests with the same wireless earbuds: the results differed wildly

By Becky Scarrott last updated

I took two MasimoAAT adaptive acoustic hearing profile tests using Denon's PerL Pro earbuds and the results are highly varied.

Sony WH-1000XM5 in navy on pink background, with TechRadar's Lowest Price branding

Quick! Sony WH-1000XM5 are at their lowest-ever price right now for Prime Day

By Becky Scarrott published

Deals If you want the best wireless over-ear headphones, don't miss Amazon's Prime Day 2 deal on the excellent Sony WH-1000XM5.

Sonus Faber Duetto in a beautiful living room, in Italy

Need heritage-style speakers that go with anything – no amp needed? Sonus Faber gets it

By Becky Scarrott published

They may look like passive hi-fi speakers, but these active beasts can partner up with practically anything – with or without wires.

iFi hip-dac 3 close-up, showing the rotary volume knob and LEDs either side, on gray background

iFi’s USB-C hip-flask DAC in ‘Titanium Shadow’ is your iPhone 15’s new best bud

By Becky Scarrott published

iFi's third-gen portable hip-dac 3 is here, now with all the trimmings for your iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Devialet and Safran's Euphony airline seat, with graphics to display audio coming from the airline seat's inbuily speakers and Devialet branding

Built-in Devialet Dione speakers are coming to Japan Airlines seats – if you can afford it

By Becky Scarrott published

Devialet and Safran's 2022 partnership Euphony airline seat is finally coming to a seat near you – if you fly business class.

USB-C EarPods connected to an iPhone 15, with TechRadar's $20 Challenge badge, on a purple background

I tried Apple's new USB-C EarPods with iPhone 15 and I wanted to love 'em, but…

By Becky Scarrott published

I listened to Apple's cheap new USB-C EarPods using a new iPhone 15 and I'm afraid you can do better – even for $20.

Austrian Audio The Composer headphones on a grey background

Austrian Audio's high-end headphones and amp is a setup for serious audiophiles

By Becky Scarrott published

Austrian Audio is a relative newcomer in the premium headphone space, but it's taken the market by storm since 2017.

An iPhone 15 connected to an Astell & Kern JC3 DAC, held in a hand, on a colorful background

3 USB-C DACs to turn your iPhone 15 into a bona-fide hi-res music player

By Becky Scarrott published

Hi-res audio from your iPhone can now be yours without the bulky dongle-to-DAC situation – just grab one of these.

Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 headphones on a wicker chair

Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 review: glorious wireless headphones with top-end features and sound, but OK ANC

By Becky Scarrott published

Recommended

Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 offer myriad EQ tweaks and the build is a class act, but "shut out the world" noise cancellation isn't quite there.

ScullCandy Dime 3 earbuds on a gym bench, next to a can of soda, a sneaker and an orange towel

Skullcandy's Dime 3 cheap earbuds are so small, I'd add them to my keyring

By Becky Scarrott last updated

Ever seen a tiny earbuds case that looks like it could start your car? You have now.

FiiO KA13 DAC attached to a smartphone and wired headphones, on beige background

FiiO's new hi-res DACs are the perfect audio upgrade for your new iPhone 15

By Becky Scarrott published

FiiO's new KA13 portable headphone DAC/amp is good for the road, while the K11 desktop DAC/amp is one for the home office.

L-Acoustics Island home theater system in a beautiful house, with a screen to enjoy movies

The ultimate Dolby Atmos setup? Easy, I'll take these 3 lavish concept theaters

By Becky Scarrott published

The best in home theater demands high-end components and trusted expertise – which these systems have in abundance.

Victrola Hi-Res Carbon turntable on a hi-fi stand in a hi-fi room

Victrola's new 'Hi-Res' turntables offer Bluetooth LE and aptX Adaptive support

By Becky Scarrott published

Victrola Hi-Res Carbon and Hi-Res Onyx promise high-fidelity wired and wireless vinyl experiences, including Bluetooth 5.4.

Ultimate Ears Epicboom speaker on a table, with women sharing drinks in the background

Ultimate Ears' all-new Epicboom Bluetooth speaker is big – as is the price

By Becky Scarrott published

Two colorways to choose from, app support, wireless connectivity to other UE speakers – even USB-C charging!

Hidizs MS145 earbuds on gray background

Hidizs’ new beautiful, affordable earbuds pack elite drivers and are inspired by whales

By Becky Scarrott published

Hidizs’ new wired earbuds offer 3 pneumatic sound tuning filters and 9 different sound styles – all in partnership with WDC.

JBL Soundgear Sense in a hand, on white background

Good bass from open-ear earbuds? JBL’s Soundgear Sense might just have nailed it

By Becky Scarrott published

JBL unveiled several products at IFA recently, but it's the unassuming Soundgear Sense that should be on your radar.

Shure AONIC Gen 2 worn by a man outdoors who's using the touch controls

Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 headphones are finally here and it's been worth the wait

By Becky Scarrott published

Oh, you need details? OK, Shure's newest headphones have advanced hybrid ANC, spatial audio and a 45-hour battery life.

Status Between 3ANC earbud held on a colorful background

Status Between 3ANC review: stunning and with solid ANC, but forget tailoring

By Becky Scarrott published

If you just want solid, unflinching noise cancellation, update your Status – just don't expect a wealth of extra features.

A Garmin heart-rate monitor, iPhone and Google Pixel Watch on a grey background

ICYMI: the week's biggest tech news, from iPhone 15 leaks to Netflix controversies

By Mark Wilson published

If you missed the week's biggest tech news, fear not – we've picked out all the best stories from the past seven days so you can fully recharge in minutes.

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Spotify white noise podcasters can make $18k a month – and Spotify may want out

By Becky Scarrott published

Spotify could steer you away from those sleep-aiding, relaxing white noise podcasts to something more… economical.

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