For the powerful sound devotee

For serious devotees of music who understand not only the soul of music but the technology that brings out all the nuances, the Bluesound music system available from Clarity AV is the wireless system of choice. Designed, engineered and manufactured by some of the same people that created HiFi in the ‘70s, the Bluesound was created to play true 24-bit HD audio on a pure digital platform. The full system comprises five different kinds of speakers, all of which can be linked together via WiFi to create a powerful network.

The different elements of the Bluesound system can all stream online music and radio services, access certain cloud services and be easily controlled from an Android or Apple device via a free app. A music hoarder will want to ensure they definitely have the Vault from Bluesound which has the ability to rip, save and play music in the infamous lossless FLAC format.

For those who want to raise the bar

Pioneer’s new SBX-N700 soundbar system features a whole host of connectivity options, but it is the Miracast technology that will interest those committed to a mobile, cable-free lifestyle. Miracast uses WiFi to mirror the content of a compatible mobile device onto a television screen, and Pioneer claims building Miracast into a sound bar is an industry first.

Using the SBX-N700, music, photos and videos from a mobile device can be easily enjoyed on a big screen! There is even support for YouTube’s “send to TV” function. The sound bar is also Bluetooth-enabled, and can even act as a Bluetooth transmitter to relay audio into an extra Bluetooth-enabled speaker or headphone. It’s also DLNA-certified, and its built-in WiFi capability means it can easily and directly connect to the home network. It also allows ad-hoc connections so that visitors can easily share their own mobile content!

For the high resolution sound snob

Of all the new wireless audio systems Sony has recently launched, it’s the flagship SRS-X9 that should catch the eye of sound connoisseurs. Though all the wireless systems were developed in connection with Sony Music, the SRS-X9 is the first speaker in the industry to support Sony’s High Resolution Audio capability. This is powered by Sony’s advanced Digital Sound Enhancement Engine, which restores audio signals to recreate the subtle details in music that can often be lost in heavily compressed music files.

The SRS-X9 also boasts rich powerful sound, thanks to components such as a bi-amped subwoofer and dual passive radiators. Moreover, wireless sound is supported by aptX, a technology that allows the SRS-X9 to match the performance of wired speakers. Its wireless connectivity options include Bluetooth, NFC, and built-in WiFi for easy and direct access to online music and radio services – without need of a PC. 

For those who're more into aesthetics

The BeoPlay A9 from Bang & Olufsen was designed to look gorgeous front and back, standing on its own legs or wall-mounted. Almost sternly minimal in form, the BeoPlay A9 adds softness with its curves and holds the attention with its amazing stature – almost 1m in height, and 700mm in diameter. Now there’s another reason to drool over it: the wireless all-in-one sound system is now available in a black and gold edition which is  so limited that only 100 pieces were produced worldwide!

For the homeowner who appreciates glamour and exclusivity, the black and gold BeoPlay A9 looks both rich and sophisticated with the front in a deep mysterious black and the curved edge a delicate gold gleam. Naturally, its innards retain the signature cutting-edge Bang & Olufsen technology, with the built-in ability to stream Spotify and Apple AirPlay, as well as a room adaptation function.

For those who just want a one-piece wonder

Paradoxically discreet and powerful at the same time, the new Bose Soundtouch 30 music system – available at Atlas Sound & Vision – suits music enthusiasts who particularly enjoy discovering new artistes by streaming music. Bose calls the SoundTouch 30 their “best one-piece music system”, not just because it allows connection to the Internet radio, Pandora and the owner’s online music library via WiFi.

It also offers customised settings and control of the system via a free app for your computer, smartphone and tablet as well as functions as a good speaker with rich bass and two perfectly positioned drivers for crisp mid and high notes. All the Soundtouch systems can also be connected so that every room in the house can stream the same music or different sounds as one prefers.

For those who prefer to plug in

The award-winning Jabra Rox Wireless is perfect for homeowners who motivate themselves to exercise by blasting music during their workouts or civic-minded music lovers living in an apartment building. Simply by using the exclusive Jabra Sound App, these in-ear stereo earphones can play music and stream YouTube content as well as create playlists. EarWings options even allow the earbuds to be locked in place so that the music experienced is uncompromised whether one is running or jumping.

Inspired by the in-ear monitors used by professional musicians on stage, the lightweight earphones feature Dolby Digital Plus enhancement for superior sound, and is engineered for extreme durability and comfort. Crafted from premium materials including solid steel and Kevlar-reinforced cable to link both wireless earbuds together, the earbuds are also equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 and Near Field Communications Technology for easy one touch pairing with music devices.