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
Amazon has a massive sale on JBL wireless speakers, and my favorite portable is $100 off
By Lee Dunkley last updated
This JBL speaker deal is the one I'd go for right now
JBL Authentics 300 review
By Lee Dunkley published
One of the best-looking and sounding portable speakers I've tried, but when it comes to stronger battery life and durability some rivals do it better.
Cambridge Audio unveils new CXN100 audiophile-grade music streamer — and I want one
By Lee Dunkley published
The first new CX-series music streamer since 2018, this supercharged player looks like another great audiophile solution.
The best outdoor speakers in 2024: Great sound and durability
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Here's our top outdoor speakers whether you're working in the garden or hanging out at the beach or park.
I test headphones for a living, and these are my favorite noise cancelers under $200
By Alex Bracetti published
The $179 Sennheiser Accentum are the year’s biggest audio surprise and the best headphone deal around.
Best cheap noise-cancelling headphones in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Great ANC performance doesn't need to cost an arm and a leg. All these models are under $150 and are the best cheap noise-cancelling headphones and wireless earbuds we've tested.
The best cheap Bluetooth speakers in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
We've searched for the best value Bluetooth speakers under $100 — check out our roundup of best-sounding models for budget pockets.
My favorite audiophile wireless speakers just got a whole lot more affordable
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Legendary wireless speaker maker, KEF, just added a new 'lite' version to its class-leading LSX II series, making one of the best music systems better value and even more attractive.
Sony WF-1000XM5 vs Jabra Elite 10: Which wireless earbuds win?
By Lee Dunkley published
Jabra's wireless earbuds have a big fanbase, but how does its Elite 10 flagship design compare to Sony's vaunted WF-1000XM5?
OnePlus Buds 3 $99 wireless earbuds look like serious AirPods rivals
By Lee Dunkley published
New OnePlus Buds 3 cost less than their predecessor and have more powerful Adaptive ANC and longer battery life. Could they be the best cheap wireless earbuds ever?
The best AirPods Max alternatives in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
These alternative ANC headphone models all offer comparable audio performance and features to rival the AirPods Max, but cost a lot less money.
5 best audiophile music systems for style
By Lee Dunkley last updated
I've experienced some of the coolest audio systems in the world, and these are the most elegant music setups tried.
Sony WH-1000XM5 vs. Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e: Which noise-canceling headphones win?
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Bowers & Wilkins has a renowned Hi-Fi heritage but how do its updated Px7 S2e headphones compare to Sony's all-conquering WH-1000XM5?
The best wireless headphones in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
We tested and compared features and performance on the most popular wireless headphones to find the best models for all kinds of budgets.
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e review
By Lee Dunkley published
These Bowers & Wilkins wireless headphones boast 24-bit audio and a retuned acoustic architecture. Surprisingly, they're more similar to the company's flagship Px8 than I expected.
The best audiophile headphones in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
The best audiophile headphones deliver a top-flight audio experience — whether you're seeking a pair of wired over-ear cans or wireless in-ears, these are the best we've listened to.
The best noise-cancelling headphones in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
The best noise-cancelling headphones around today — from over-ear cans to wireless earbuds, we test the lot.
Best bone-conduction headphones in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Our pick of the best bone-conduction headphones are effective open-ear solutions designed to suit all kinds of activities and budgets.
Best fake AirPods of 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
We test the best fake AirPods that bring you Apple's iconic drop-stem style for less
I test headphones for a living and these throwback headphones are some of the best I've heard
By Alex Bracetti published
Grado’s SR325x wired headphones enrich the music listening experience in ways that most wireless earbuds can’t, and are some of the best I’ve tried.
5 best cheap headphones for travel
By Lee Dunkley published
These low-cost headphones are great options for all kinds of travel
7 best audio products at CES 2024
By Lee Dunkley published
My pick of the top audio highlights to look out for in the year ahead
Best headphones and earbuds of CES 2024 so far
By Lee Dunkley last updated
CES 2024 is showcasing some exciting new models and tech coming to wireless headphones and earbuds in the year ahead. Here are my 5 favorite designs you won't want to miss.
Victrola’s new Stream Sapphire WiFi record player is the vinyl lover’s dream
By Lee Dunkley published
And it works with Sonos
JBL unveils smart charging case for new Live Series 3 wireless earbuds at CES 2024, and it looks like a game changer
By Lee Dunkley last updated
JBL unveils smart touchscreen charging case on new Live Series 3 wireless earbuds, plus there's a raft of portable speaker updates with the latest tech designed to boost the listening experience.