These stylish, simple portable Bluetooth speakers offer great sound and could become part of your travel kit or small home setup
These mini Bluetooth speakers from Marshall and Bang and Olufsen offer stylish, well-priced options that work on the road and in your home.
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The Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen) Bluetooth speaker offers good sound quality in a sleek form factor. Photo: Amazon
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Portable Bluetooth speakers offer the promise of go-anywhere audio for travellers and outdoor enthusiasts. Some, like the Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 2nd gen Bluetooth speaker, have hit the consumer sweet spot. It matches good audio quality with a sleek, compact design that fits any minimalist design aesthetic.
Currently discounted on Amazon US for S$288.27, it’s available with free shipping for Amazon Prime members. If you’re looking for a portable speaker to bring on your holiday or to your next barbecue, this is worth adding to your shortlist.
If you appreciate good audio but don’t want your workstation resembling a speaker warehouse, this belongs on your shortlist. It fits into a minimalist room or desk setup with the audio chops to match its looks.
Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd Generation) Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Pink (S$288.27; Usual Price: S$479)
This IP67-rated portable Bluetooth speaker offers up to 18 hours of battery life. It leverages Bluetooth 5.1 technology, which offers a better connection while using less energy than older Bluetooth standards. Its light weight and compact size mean it can be carried anywhere, making this a good travel companion. Built-in microphones support voice control and Amazon Alexa, adding to its user-friendliness.
If Pink isn’t to your taste, it’s also available on Amazon in three other colours:
Anthracite (S$304.40; Usual Price S$479)
Grey Mist (S$310.28; Usual Price S$479)
Sport (S$345.91; Usual Price S$479)
- IP67-rated
- Dimensions: 13.3cm x 4.6cm x 13.3cm
- Weight: 558g
WHY THIS COULD WORK FOR YOU
The Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 2nd Generation’s compact dimensions (13.3cm diameter) and light weight (558g) make this a good choice for travellers. It can be easily packed in your luggage and barely makes a dent in your baggage allowance.
Its IP67 rating makes this a good choice for outdoor activities like barbecues or even in kitchens and bathrooms at home where it can shrug off the occasional splash of water.
GET IT IF:
- You want a light, portable speaker for travel or outdoor activities
- You want a speaker that offers good audio quality in a compact package
- You want a speaker that’s sleek and fits into a minimalist design aesthetic
Its small footprint, sleek design and sound quality also make this a strong candidate for a minimalist setup in a small room or workspace. Pair it with another Beosound A1 for proper stereo fidelity and a bigger soundstage.
A RETRO ALTERNATIVE
When music amplifier manufacturer Marshall entered the home audio market in 2010, it tapped into decades of expertise powering some of the world’s most exciting live acts, from Jimi Hendrix to Jay-Z. Its headphones and speakers feature retro-inspired designs that mirrored their amplifiers.
The Marshall Emberton II Portable Bluetooth Speaker, discounted on Amazon US for S$159.41, is available with free shipping for Amazon Prime members. It’s a compact Bluetooth speaker with a retro aesthetic that fits virtually any space.
Marshall Emberton II Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Black & Brass (S$159.41; Usual Price S$299)
This IP67-rated Bluetooth speaker offers over 30 hours of playtime and supports Bluetooth 5.1. This makes it ideal for road trips and outdoor gatherings where it produces Marshall’s layered, bass-rich signature sound. Marshall claims the speaker offers True Stereophonic; multi-directional audio that makes it sound much larger than its size. Stack Mode lets users pair it with other Marshall Emberton II speakers to further amplify your music.
- IP67-rated
- Dimensions: 6.8cm X 16cm X 7.6cm
- Weight: 700g
The Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 2nd Generation and Marshall Emberton II portable Bluetooth speakers offer good audio quality, stylish design at a good price. It’s a trifecta of options that should elevate these speakers well into any shortlist of portable Bluetooth speakers that fit in your travel gear or home setup.
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