Is your hi-fi a dusty old box trailing a spaghetti junction of wires and plugs? Listen out for a new sound wave of stylish loud speakers designed to be seen as well as heard.
On the go
A must for any self-respecting iPod owner, Logic3’s i-Station doubles up as a handy, travel-sized, ultra-portable on the go music system and an indoor music unit which has the benefit of recharging the iPod while it plays music. Powered by either four AA batteries or an AC mains adaptor, the i-Station can also be used with MP3, MiniDisc and CD players. More
Home cinema sound
Serious music lovers will swoon over Klipsch’s award-winning THX Ultra2 home theatre system. The set of five, super stylish speakers will bring real cinema surround sound to the comforts of your living room. More
Contemporary chic
Add a touch of panache to your home with Bang & Olufsen’s ultra modern range of Beolab speakers. The Beolab 2 (main picture top) is small enough to slot into any free space, but sleek enough to add a touch of elegance to any shelf. Bringing a touch of space age to your home, the Beolab 5 (main picture bottom) is one of the most powerful domestic speakers in existence. More
Garden gadgets
Gone are the days of a ghetto blaster balanced on the patio table. Garden party hosts and barbecue buffs will love these outdoor loudspeakers, a range designed to look like outdoor columns or patio furniture. Those not going in for the stone statue look might prefer Garden Sound’s in-ground speaker system, easily hidden amongst foliage. More
Classically beautiful
The craftsmen at Cain and Cain specialise in these classically beautiful polished wood speakers, perfect corner pieces for a stylish lounge and available in a range of stains to match your own furnishings. Audiophiles rave about the sound quality. More
