1 Beats by Dre

Portability makes the latest Bluetooth-ready wireless speaker from Beats by Dre a standout. The Pill can pump out 105-decibel sound, yet it fits in your pocket. Available in 11 colourways. $220

2 OD-11 by Teenage Engineering

This tabletop beauty by Teenage Engineering outputs four-channel sound for a true surround experience. Soon to launch worldwide later this year, OD‑11 has a built-in computer drive, which means it still plays even if you lose your smart phone. From $900

3 Beolab 12 speakers by Bang & Olufsen

Artist Miya Ando, known for her minimalist paintings on plates of anodized aluminum recently applied her gradient technique to B&O’s Beolab 12 speakers. The limited edition trios can be hung from the wall for an elegant display. From $3,500

4 Loop by Libratone

With its various woolly colour options, Loop can easily be mistaken for a chapeau. The Airplay-enabled speaker in the round makes a statement, whether mounted on the wall or on its own stand. $500