Lee Dunkley
After 2.5 years as Tom's Guide's audio editor, Lee has joined the passionate audio experts at audiograde.uk where he writes about luxury audio and Hi-Fi. As a former longstanding editor at the U.K.'s Hi-Fi Choice magazine with over 20 years experience, Lee knows all about crafting accessible reviews and features for audio fans.
Lee is passionate about all kinds of audio tech and has been providing sound advice to enable consumers to make informed buying decisions since he joined the Consumers' Association, publisher of Which? magazine, in the 1990s. As a product tester, Lee started his consumer tech career evaluating all kinds of audio and home theatre products for Which? magazine, including CD players (remember those?), speaker systems, portable audio players and mobile phones, flatscreen TVs, and all kinds of surround sound solutions.
Trained as an 'expert listener' and a regular participant on audio and video evaluation panels, Lee has worked with some of the biggest audio brands in the world, consulting on product design and audio development.
As an experienced print editor and contributor, Lee has worked on numerous consumer tech titles (past and present), including Home Entertainment, What Home Cinema, Home Cinema Choice, What Satellite & Digital TV, and Hi-Fi Choice magazine, to name a few.
Lee has been covering all things audio for Tom's Guide, including headphones, wireless speakers, and soundbars, and loves to connect and share the mindfulness benefits that listening to music in the very best quality can bring. When not listening to music or researching the tech behind the latest audio products, Lee can usually be found tending to his cottage garden or baking sourdough bread for villagers from his home bakery.
Latest articles by Lee Dunkley
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The best USB microphones in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
The best USB microphones are plug-and-play solutions that are great for pros and novices alike. Here are the best models we’ve tested.
![Hero image of Sony WF-1000XM5 with Cambridge Audio Melomania M100](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gkmtPaVyhBDVpzqVuHmEQK-320-80.jpg)
Sony WF-1000XM5 vs Cambridge Audio Melomania M100: Which wireless earbuds win?
By Lee Dunkley published
Cambridge Audio's Melomania M100 wireless earbuds offer a lot for a lot less than Sony's top model with top-quality sound, strong ANC and battery life, but which one wins overall?
![Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 in charging case held in hand in a yard](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Jy4cQ36e97HYPnah6KCuYE-320-80.jpg)
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 review
By Lee Dunkley last updated
I'm hooked on the Melomania M100's Hi-Fi sound with lossless audio support, superb noise-canceling and class-leading battery life.
![Listing image for best gaming microphones showing HyperX QuadCast S](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pi53aw4gWPHFeYSJu9oaaU-320-80.jpg)
The best gaming microphones in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Our best gaming microphones are a serious upgrade from your headset's built-in mic.
![Beats Solo 3 headphones on table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bBV6WXsW8wG2DqJo4ZhHKU-320-80.jpg)
Beats Solo 4 release date, specs and price — everything you need to know
By Lee Dunkley published
Beats Solo 4 headphones pack re-engineered sound, USB-C and 50-hour battery — they will cost $199 when they arrive in May.
![Listing image for best podcasting microphones showing JLab Talk review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ChqocWs33Y2dg6KujomifJ-320-80.jpg)
Best podcasting microphones in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Our picks for the best podcasting microphones will make you and your guests sound better whether you're a podcasting pro or a just getting into it.
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I worked at Sennheiser's factory to find out how it builds audiophile headphones
By Lee Dunkley published
Sennheiser put me to work to discover how its elite headphones are made at its factory in Tullamore, Ireland — here's what I learned.
![Sonos Roam review: A portable speaker you’ll want to take everywhere](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ChTtmLiYHJZJnoke4STSY6-320-80.jpg)
Sonos Roam 2 reportedly coming in June — 3 biggest upgrades
By Lee Dunkley published
Sonos' smallest go anywhere speaker could introduce new touch sensitive controls, better battery life and a new app.
![JBL Go 3 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e5PxWgjAUYvcVBKyfYMEJ4-320-80.jpg)
JBL Go 3 review: A punchy, pocket-sized waterproof speaker
By James Archer last updated
The JBL Go 3 is an impressive little Bluetooth speaker with full waterproofing, plenty of bass and better-than-expected battery life.
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Dual's fully automatic turntable has the one Bluetooth control feature I really want
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Dual's new fully automatic turntable introduces a big convenience boost to vinyl playback and is one of the most joyous record players I've ever used.
![Tidal logo on phone with headphones in the background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/m2cwDEiegZqr8wArahmHXe-320-80.jpg)
I've been overpaying for my Tidal music subscription via Apple — don't make this mistake
By Lee Dunkley published
I updated my Tidal subscription via Apple and it costs more
![Press image of WiiM Pro with soundbar speaker on a sideboard](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/deb3VLKRVyjdtJF89DWyYc-320-80.jpg)
This cheap streamer turned my vintage speakers into a smart music system
By Lee Dunkley last updated
This genius $149 streaming device gave my traditional hi-fi setup a new lease of life, and multiroom connectivity.
![WiiM Amp in lifestyle setting with speaker and turntable on a desktop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yao4RPCDXMvwXuXhjoTL8m-320-80.jpg)
Forget Sonos, this low-cost streaming amp turned my 'dumb' speakers into a music powerhouse
By Lee Dunkley published
This compact streaming amp is a genius budget solution that turns any pair of passive speakers into a powerful music system with streaming smarts.
![Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 vs AirPods Pro 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/F5fUtTctsfXFzuMKqKsFDa-320-80.jpg)
AirPods Pro 2 vs Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4: Which wireless earbuds win?
By Lee Dunkley published
How do Sennheiser's best-ever wireless earbuds compare to the ubiquitous Apple AirPods Pro 2?
![Tidal streaming on smartphone with B&W Px7 S2e headphones](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LBRck9NenjhLjr5FQJrCJ7-320-80.jpg)
Tidal just rolled all of its premium hi-res streaming features into one affordable plan
By Lee Dunkley published
Tidal's top-tier lossless and hi-res music streaming features are now available in one unbeatable plan.
![Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 copper color option placed on a table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Vo4ZpR7EETecJTVUVUGMXZ-320-80.jpg)
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review: Incredible sound to rival Sony's best-ever buds
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 earbuds look similar to their predecessor, but this next-gen version boosts features and connectivity and is one of the best wireless earbuds for audiophile sound.
![Sony WF-1000XM5 hero shot with earbuds in white charging case](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NLdedP98Uju82cvkrWUSTW-320-80.jpg)
Sony WF-1000XM5 review: Best-ever wireless earbuds
By Lee Dunkley last updated
The Sony WF-1000XM5 flagship wireless earbuds are even better than I anticipated, with best-in-class sound, improved noise cancelation, and a smaller, lighter design.
![Listing image showing Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 vs Sony WF-1000XM5 on stones](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bMk9ZuaSCHVVWcmbiFjtf5-320-80.jpg)
Sony WF-1000XM5 vs Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4: Which wireless earbuds win?
By Lee Dunkley published
Both models offer great reliability and top-quality sound with strong ANC performance. They have versatile control apps and are priced the same, but which one wins?
![Sonos Arc with TV screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/69MeEaHp7rNP7W7pUMYFEJ-320-80.jpg)
Soundbars are great but I found this device delivers even better TV audio
By Lee Dunkley last updated
I added a dedicated soundbar to improve the sound from my TV, but discovered that a Sonos App and speakers sound better.
![Apple Music x Primephonic](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tyAj9JuL9U7MYmxrK4fxbh-320-80.jpg)
Apple Music review: The best Spotify alternative
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Apple Music is the go-to music streaming service for many, but what makes it so good?
![Listing image for best Dolby Atmos soundbars showing Samsung HW-Q990B soundbar under TV](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oQ8828U6qRPexX8mTEyXT-320-80.jpg)
Best Dolby Atmos soundbars 2024: Top TV speakers with 3D sound recommended by certified audio experts
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Our team of AV experts pick the best soundbars that bring the immersive sound of a movie theater into the home.
![Listing image showing girl wearing Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 earbuds](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ck8fSAywN44TyRmAxoGJbR-320-80.jpg)
JBL and Sennheiser are first to integrate Auracast audio-sharing tech over Bluetooth
By Lee Dunkley published
Auracast evolves Bluetooth multipoint streaming support with audio sharing to unlimited devices in public spaces, and these are the first big-name audio devices to get it.
![EarFun Air 2 in charging case held between fingers in an outdoor setting with plants in the background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vHNBVSy85zGF9QZnN3GF6U-320-80.jpg)
I test wireless earbuds for a living, and these $50 EarFun Air 2 buds sound a lot better than I expected
By Lee Dunkley last updated
These low-cost EarFun Air 2 wireless earbuds really surprised me and are my new budget favorite.