Designer labels are there to help people stand out from the crowd, and clothes aren’t the only product to get the fashion treatment. Audio systems, including headphones and stand-up speakers, have incredible designs from top-tier manufacturers. Although some of the price tags are phenomenal in comparison to the likes of Sony and LG, designer speakers compensate by using only the finest material and the slickest designs. For all of the music-loving designer junkies out there, this article is for you. Let’s get started.
Bang and Olufsen Emerge
Bang and Olufsen have been making revolutionary speakers since 1925. As well as top-level speakers, they design TVs, mobile phones, and other tech equipment. In the year 2022, Bang and Olufsen sound systems offer crystal clear audio paired with a stylish design. If you follow the link, you can browse a large selection of the latest tech from the Danish manufacturer alongside many other leading brands in fashion. At the moment, our favorite Bang and Olufsen speakers are the Emerge, which are Wi-Fi-enabled and offer powerful audio from such a slimline design.
Estelon Extreme
If you’ve got serious money to spend, the Estelon Extreme is perfect for you. Coming in at an eye-watering $233K, these speaker units will likely stand taller than you are and will make a statement in your living room. The power rating for the Estelon Extreme is 500w, and the speakers have a total frequency on this beauty is 20-45 000Hz. If you are lucky enough to have the money to afford these speakers, you should make sure you’ve got enough space in your living room before making the investment.
Spinnaker Design
The Spinnaker Design takes top-of-the-range tech and blends it effortlessly with innovation. These bookshelf speakers are designed in the shape of a Viking horn, with a flat base and a stylish dome remote. These conversation-starting speakers managed to beat out the competition and win the Consumer Electronic Show Innovations and Design award. As well as this, they are packed with powerful 4” subwoofers and have an excellent range. Surprisingly, all you need to spend to add a touch of Viking to your bookcase is $290, which isn’t too bad considering the quality.
Jarre Aerotwist Wireless
Coming in at a more reasonable price tag of $130, the Jean Michel Jarre “Jarre Aerotwist Wireless” speaker is designed to attach onto anything the middle will fit around. For example, if you are heading to a party and need to bring the music, you can attach the speaker effortlessly to your handbag. The tech inside comes with NFC capabilities, A2DP and aptX wireless connectivity, and impressive battery life of 10 hours from a single charge. As well the wireless tech, you can take it old school and hook your device up with the handy 3.5mm jack.
This device is perfect for use with mobile phones. Not only does this speaker have powerful audio, but it also has a decent microphone packed in as well. This means that no matter what you are doing, you can jump into a call while giving your full attention to life.
OM Audio ONE Levitating Speaker
Let’s face it – if something levitates, then it’s automatically “cool.” The OM Audio ONE Levitating Speaker takes speaker isolation to another level. Using the innovative electromagnetic design, the speaker levitates from the base effortlessly. Although this may appear like a gimmick, there is a good reason for designing the speakers this way. By isolating the speaker from the driver, the sound comes out without unnecessary vibration and interference. This speaker connects to devices using Bluetooth 4.0 and will stay connected within 33ft of the device. If you are looking to fill your room with sound, you can purchase a second levitating speaker and link them together. To get your hands on two of these quirky speakers, you are looking to pay around $500.
Bossa Moonraker
The Bossa Moonraker speakers come in at $2345 and are a must-have for any Bond fan. The speakers stand on the floor on wooden tripods and feature slick and futuristic white speakers on the top. The way that these speakers are set up means that you will have incredible acoustics. The amplifiers are rated Class D and have 150 watts RMS each. When it comes to bass, they measure in at 50 watts RMS, and at 25 RMS for treble. You can connect any Bluetooth-enabled device with Bluetooth 2.1, EDR, AAC, and aptX connections.
Technology meets fashion and style in this list of unique and quality speakers from the likes of OM, Bossa and Bang and Olufsen. With as little as $100 to spend, you can find a designer speaker to suit your needs. Of course, the more you have in the budget, the better your speakers will be.
