Lee Dunkley
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 covers 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
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.
The AirPods 2 are just $89 — that's the best deal I've seen this year
By Lee Dunkley published
The Apple AirPods (2nd Gen) are the cheapest AirPods you can get right now after a $70 discount at Amazon.
The best noise-cancelling earbuds in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
These are the best noise-cancelling earbuds you can buy right now, ranked and rated by our audio experts.
Apple AirPods Max 2: Everything we know so far
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Here are AirPods Max 2 rumors we've heard so far, plus the top features we want to see from the second-gen Apple AirPods Max.
The best Sony headphones in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
We've tested and ranked Sony's top headphones and earbuds to find the best model for you.
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.
Best Sonos speakers in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
The best Sonos speakers and soundbars you can buy right now
Best Bluetooth speakers 2024: Top models for great sound
By Lee Dunkley last updated
The best Bluetooth speakers we've tested for home and outdoor sounds — rated for style, audio quality, connectivity, battery life and value.
Last chance! My favorite wireless earbuds for personalized sound are $70 off in Amazon’s Big Spring Sale
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Denon's PerL Pro noise-canceling buds with aptX Lossless audio support have dropped to their lowest-ever price.
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.
Best AV receivers 2024: Top amps tested by home theater experts
By Lee Dunkley last updated
The best AV receivers tested for power, sound and connectivity — these amps deliver on movie night
Huge JBL sale at Amazon — 9 speakers I'd buy from $39
By Lee Dunkley last updated
JBL speakers and soundbars are getting epic discounts in Amazon's Big Spring Sale — with prices as low as $39 you can get great sound for less.
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.
The best cheap soundbars in 2024: Low cost TV speakers tested by experts
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Low-cost soundbars tested and rated for sound quality, connectivity and ease of use. Find out which of these great budget buys is best at boosting TV sound.
I'm a headphone expert and Sony's WH-1000XM4 with $100 off at Amazon is the deal I'd go for
By Lee Dunkley published
I've tested dozens of ANC headphones and Sony's WH-1000XM4 are hard to beat with almost a third off their full price in Amazon's Big Spring Sale right now.
Quick! New Bose QuietComfort Headphones are at their lowest ever price
By Lee Dunkley published
The new Bose QuietComfort Headphones are a whopping $100 off in Amazon's Big Spring Sale
We've tested the best cheap running headphones for exercise on a budget
By Lee Dunkley last updated
These cheap running headphones make an excellent companion, whether you're into casual jogs, speed training or marathons.
We've tested the best sports headphones to help boost your motivation
By Lee Dunkley last updated
We put the best sports headphones to the test, including sets from Apple, Beats, and Jabra.
Hurry! Sonos Move 2 is my favorite portable speaker and it's $90 off in Amazon's Big Spring Sale
By Lee Dunkley published
Amazon's Big Spring Sale drops Sonos' best-sounding portable to its lowest price ever.
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.
The best cheap wireless earbuds in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Our pick of the best low-cost wireless earbuds right for every kind of activity.
Best soundbar 2024 — Top TV speakers tested by audio experts
By Lee Dunkley last updated
The best TV speaker systems we've tested for immersive movie sound are also great options for gaming and music listening too.
I ditched my AirPods Pro for Jabra's Elite 10 buds — and they’re $50 off in Amazon's early spring sale
By Lee Dunkley published
The Jabra Elite 10 are some of the best wireless earbuds around, and they just crashed to their lowest price ever.