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
I just tested the Bose QC Ultra Earbuds — and this feature is a game changer
By Alex Bracetti last updated
Bose Immersive Audio is a new 3D sound experience that impresses with all kinds of content. Find out how it compares to other spatial audio formats.
I test wireless earbuds for a living and these are my top 5 picks for all budgets
By Lee Dunkley published
Our audio expert picks their favorite wireless earbuds for all kinds of activities and budgets.
3 things I love about the new Bose QC Ultra Earbuds — and one I don't
By Alex Bracetti published
How much has Bose’s next-gen flagship changed from the previous version? Here are the biggest differences you need to know about on the QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds.
Ultimate Ears Epicboom review: Big sound indoors and out
By Lee Dunkley last updated
The $349 Ultimate Ears Epicboom is the go anywhere Bluetooth music system with strong durability and big sound shaking up the portable speakers category.
Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Mini review
By Lee Dunkley published
The Ambeo Soundbar Mini delivers impressive virtual Dolby Atmos sound from Sennheiser's smallest and easiest to set up soundbar yet, but you're going to want to pay extra for the sub.
5 reasons why Apple's new USB-C AirPods are a worthy upgrade
By Lee Dunkley published
If you're unsure about whether you should upgrade to the new AirPods Pro 2 USB-C, here are 5 things to consider to help you make up your mind.
New AirPods Pro 2 sound better — here’s why
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Apple has made some architectural changes in the new AirPods Pro 2 USB-C version, and I'm convinced that the upgrades make them sound even better.
I just tried the new AirPods Pro 2 adaptive audio features — and they're a game-changer
By Lee Dunkley published
iOS 17 gives AirPods Pro 2 a huge upgrade and it's a game-changer for adaptive audio.
If you’re using Sony's WF-1000XM5 earbuds with iPhone, you’re missing out
By Lee Dunkley published
If you're listening to Sony's WF-1000XM5 flagship wireless earbuds via an iPhone with AAC Bluetooth, you're not hearing them at their best. Here's what I discovered.
5 ways to protect your new AirPods case
By Alex Bracetti published
Learn from our audio expert's mistakes by following these tips to help protect your AirPods charging case from wear and tear to ensure that it stays looking great and working for longer.
7 features I want to see on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra
By Alex Bracetti last updated
These flagship features could help make the rumored Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones the next noise-canceling design to beat.
Spotify's new "daylist" playlist is here — what it is and how to get it
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Spotify’s newest personalized playlist adapts to your listening habits throughout the day.
Look out AirPods, Devialet just unveiled 2nd-gen earbuds with adaptive noise canceling
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Starting at $449, the price for the new Devialet Gemini II may defy belief, but the lavishly styled Gemini II noise-canceling earbuds promise to take performance to the next level.
3 reasons the cheaper Sony WF-C700N are better than the Sony WF-1000XM5
By Alex Bracetti published
The $299 Sony WF-1000XM5 are excellent wireless earbuds, but the brand’s less expensive alternatives get you more bang for your buck.
5 features I want to see on Apple's AirPods 4
By Lee Dunkley last updated
These 5 features will bring a bit boost to Apple's next-generation AirPods.
Forget Sonos Move 2, the new Ultimate Ears Epicboom puts more boom in your room for less
By Lee Dunkley published
New Ultimate Ears Epicboom portable speaker with stereo sound and 17-hour playback could be an epic win for the best Bluetooth speakers category.
New Bang & Olufsen Beolab 8 is the best-looking Bluetooth speaker I've ever seen
By Lee Dunkley published
The new Beolab 8 speaker system may be expensive, but it's one of the world's most stylish designs and has all the right wireless smarts to be a favorite among audiophiles.
Sonos unveils Move 2 speaker with 24-hour battery life and stereo sound
By Lee Dunkley published
The Sonos Move 2 retains plenty of what we loved about the original but boosts battery life to 24 hours of continuous playback, and adds stereo sound and new color options.
JBuds Mini wireless earbuds are the cutest I've ever seen
By Lee Dunkley published
The $39 JBuds Mini wireless earbuds are designed for those with small ears, and are big on durability and comfort.
Jabra unveils Dolby Atmos earbuds that rival the AirPods Pro 2 on sound
By Lee Dunkley published
Jabra introduces Elite 10 and Elite 8 Active noise-canceling earbuds at IFA 2023, boosting class-leading specs and all the right style to give big-name rivals a serious run for their money.
JBL unveils new Authentics smart speaker with obscene 270W of power at IFA 2023
By Lee Dunkley published
JBL is going all-out in 2023 with half-a-dozen new audio devices, from smart speakers to ANC headphones and more.
Next-gen Marshall Motif noise-canceling earbuds will rock out your tunes for longer
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Iconic brand Marshall brings legendary sound in next-gen Motif II noise-canceling earbuds, offering stronger Bluetooth and better battery life.
5 headphones that are better value than their next-gen versions
By Alex Bracetti published
Newer isn’t always better. Here's my pick of the best previous-gen headphone and earbud versions that continue to be a great buy.
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