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
![Sony WF-1000XM5 vs. AirPods Pro 2 USB-C listing image](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FhRKVeUCd7TpMPXAF75PKS-320-80.jpg)
I tested the AirPods Pro 2 USB-C vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 — and these are the best wireless earbuds
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Our AirPods Pro 2 vs Sony WF-10000XM5 face-off compares the leading wireless earbuds to crown a winner.
![Sony WH-1000XM4 price drop deal](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Sn73B5Uy7VKsntV6xTTYGX-320-80.jpg)
Act fast! The awesome Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones just crashed to $248
By Lee Dunkley last updated
The popular Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-canceling headphones are one of my favorite pairs of over-ears and are on sale at Walmart with over $80 off right now.
![Beats Solo 3 with deal tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KQTJkgSeFcMoJWDyAtXwWB-320-80.jpg)
Hurry! Beats Solo 3 for 50% off is one of the best Prime Day headphone deals
By Lee Dunkley published
Sporting a premium look and bags of style, Amazon has slashed the Beats Solo 3 by over $100 in this epic Prime Day headphones deal.
![Sony WH-1000XM4 with Prime Day Deal tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mRVMHpfjUMqoYYrteGHwLn-320-80.jpg)
Prime Day headphone deals — 11 Amazon sales I’d buy right now
By Lee Dunkley last updated
My recommendations on the very best headphones with the biggest savings
![Q Acoustics M20 deal tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yZQP2jZec9UJthwmhquszh-320-80.jpg)
One of my favorite Bluetooth speaker systems just hit their lowest price in this Prime Day deal
By Lee Dunkley published
I test wireless audio systems, and $200 off the Q Acoustics M20 HD speaker setup is music to my ears.
![AirPods Pro 2 with deal tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mWz4QQ54YK9PdeP4FoP7bh-320-80.jpg)
AirPods Prime Day deals — best sales I recommend now
By Lee Dunkley last updated
These are the best AirPods deals I'd recommend ahead of Amazon Prime Day.
![Sony HT-X8500 soundbar eaneath SOnys TV screen in a lifestyle setting with deal tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xyfHspYLv8D2oa5uYpLXAY-320-80.jpg)
Boom! This Sony Dolby Atmos soundbar is 50% off for Amazon Prime Day deal
By Lee Dunkley published
Make sure you sign up for this the chance to grab a Sony soundbar half price ahead of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days.
![Sony WF-1000XM5 in black held in hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DfsreFpR5LkZbdY4C3QdX3-320-80.jpg)
5 wireless earbuds I recommend for audiophile sound
By Lee Dunkley published
Forget AirPods, these are the best noise-canceling wireless earbuds I've heard, delivering top-flight experiences for discerning audio fans.
![Sonos Move 2 vs. Ultimate Ears Epicboom](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AruRFTwHFpY3RbXVvwt2Xn-320-80.jpg)
Sonos Move 2 vs. Ultimate Ears Epicboom: Which is the best portable speaker?
By Lee Dunkley published
Sonos and Ultimate Ears introduced new portable speakers at the exact same time, but which delivers the best Bluetooth wireless sound on the go?
![Jabra Elite 7 Active deal](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7DeY9wFJvFtCCtyxHLXXjP-320-80.jpg)
Jabra’s killer noise-canceling earbuds are 50% off for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days
By Lee Dunkley published
These Jabra wireless noise-canceling earbuds with $100 off is a real bargain for music fans with an active lifestyle.
![Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/p8EGa5py5e2fASx62rqbVH-320-80.jpg)
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.
![Jabra Elite 8 Active in black held in hand of reviewer](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qVUfSouMkgrRNut23As5i6-320-80.jpg)
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.
![Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds on a keyboard](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BVbJCBPq2Ehw4rMXHVdrKe-320-80.jpg)
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 PR image on showing speakers in black and white versions](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XzpbBGng3XAXXMuDpZpwHS-320-80.jpg)
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.
![Sennhieser Ambeo Soundbar Mini with Ambeo Sub in lifestyle setting](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kiyHpeGg8P92yayb3dNCvD-320-80.jpg)
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.
![Tom's Guide Awards 2023 winners](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LSMRWkXRKa5rhU3TpviS43-320-80.jpg)
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.
![Apple AirPods Por 2 USB-C in hand over a pool](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iamL5D39aWsxG2ore2mD8Z-320-80.jpg)
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.
![Tom's Guide Awards 2023 winners](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LSMRWkXRKa5rhU3TpviS43-320-80.jpg)
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.
![Sony WF-1000XM5 hero shot with earbuds in white charging case](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NLdedP98Uju82cvkrWUSTW-320-80.jpg)
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.
![Tom's Guide Awards 2023 winners](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LSMRWkXRKa5rhU3TpviS43-320-80.jpg)
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.
![Our reviewer wearing the Bose QuietComfort 45](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pMZ4U7ZPhtxuczh5yDYG6D-320-80.jpg)
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.
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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.
![Devialet Gemini II in white on a cabinet](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GPaf6rDRmgG5oUrsVrXfCV-320-80.jpg)
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.