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
Fluance RT81+ review: A solid turntable that's perfect for beginners
By Brian Nadel last updated
There's no Bluetooth connectivity, but this versatile record player is a solid beginners package with everything you need to bring out the magic sound of vinyl.
The best Beats headphones 2024: Top wireless and wired picks
By Lee Dunkley last updated
These are the best Beats headphones, tested and ranked.
Beats Studio Buds+ review: Same iconic style with better ANC and battery life
By Lee Dunkley last updated
With new colors including a transparent option, the Beats Studio Buds+ take ANC and battery life performance to the next level thanks to custom chipset, but is that enough at the price?
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.
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.
The best cheap wireless headphones in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
The best cheap wireless headphones you can buy right now — from over-ears to earbuds, these are the top low-cost models we've tested.
The best record players 2024: Top turntables for any budget
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Dust off your vinyl collection, or start a new one — these are the best turntables you can buy, at any budget.
5 budget record players I'd buy right now
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Unlock the music contained in a record's groove with our pick of the best budget turntables and hear just how great vinyl can sound.
Best computer speakers 2024: Top desktop models tested and rated
By Lee Dunkley last updated
The best computer speakers you can buy right now for out-of-this-world sound with music, movies, and gaming based on our reviews and testing for all kinds of setups and budgets.
Nothing Ear hands-on: New flagship buds with smart ANC and incredible sound personalization
By Lee Dunkley published
Not yet ratedLook out Apple, these next-gen Nothing Ear wireless earbuds are serious AirPods Pro rivals with adaptive features and smart sound personalization at a mid-market price.
Best headphones and earbuds for working out 2024 — tested and rated
By James Frew last updated
We put the best workout headphones to the test to help you find a set that'll keep you motivated whatever your training style.
Marshall unveils next-gen Bluetooth headphones and buds with major battery life and connectivity upgrades
By Lee Dunkley last updated
New Marshall Major V headphones and Minor IV buds introduce improved sound and stronger battery life in the same classic design.
Best JBL speakers in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
These are the best JBL speakers you can buy right now, tested for a portable life indoors and out.
Best wireless earbuds 2024 — tested and rated
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Looking for the best wireless earbuds from Apple, Bose, Sennheiser, Sony, and more? This is the ultimate guide to all the top-performing models we've tested, ranked and rated by our experts.
Apple Music vs. Spotify: Which is the best music app?
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Our Apple Music vs. Spotify comparison puts the titan music apps head-to-head to find out which is better.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 vs Cambridge Audio Melomania M100: Which audiophile earbuds win?
By Lee Dunkley published
Sennheiser and Cambridge Audio wireless earbud flagships go head-to-head to find out how they compare.
Best AirPods 2024: Top Apple models tested and rated
By Lee Dunkley last updated
We compare the best iOS features and performance to find the right Apple AirPods for you.
Best headphones with a mic for voice and video calls 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Stay connected to voice calls and video conversations with the best headphones with built-in mics, based on our real-world testing.
Sony's new Ult headphones and Bluetooth speaker series blew me away with powerful bass
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Sony unveils new bass-heavy ULT-series with a four-strong lineup of models including new headphones and portable Bluetooth speakers that will shake the room as well as your ears.
Tidal review: An unbeatable hi-fi music streaming experience
By Alex Bracetti last updated
If audio quality is important to you along with clear artist remuneration, then there’s only one music streaming service worthy of your money.
Best music streaming services in 2024
By Lee Dunkley last updated
Our guide to the best music streaming services compares functionality, sound quality, and price.
Tidal just made its hi-res music subscription as cheap as Apple Music
By Lee Dunkley published
My favorite music streaming service just rolled all its premium hi-res features into a new $11/month plan.
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.