As is true for most products out there; quality comes at a price. If you consider yourself a bit of an audiophile and are after a high-end iPod speaker, then the below overview of iPod speakers / speaker docks starting around £300 and upwards could fit your needs.
iPod Speaker docks & sound systems by genre & price |
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B&W Zeppelin Air
The B&W Zeppelin Air was amongst the first Airplay speakers in the market, and whilst competition has improved it is in my opinion still amongst the best systems out there, delivering on both sound and design.
Azatom Fidek iBigBoy2
The Fidek iBigboy2 is far from the best known iPod sound system in the market, but in my opinion it is among the better ones in its price class, delivering a powerful bass-filled sound with a massive potential output of 500watts. See full review of Fidek iBigboy2 here.
Geneva Sound Model L
Geneva Sound Model L iPod speaker dock – simplicity, style, and endless quality from leading audio people direct into your living room. This could well be the Ferrari of the iPod speaker dock market.
Arcam rCube sound system
There is a reason why the Arcam rCube has won awards and that is for the sound. The output from this cube justifies the premium price tag in my book, and as a speaker dock it is versatile and upgradeable for those that want even bigger sound. Find out more here.
B&W Zeppelin
Combining style and world class technology, the B&W Zeppelin is the ultimate in iPod speakers if you can afford to shell out £300 plus for one. It is however so iconic that it won’t be going out on style for a long long time.
Vita Audio R4i
The Vita Audio R4i is a classy all-in-one iPod speaker dock with CD slot, DAB radio, and a 80W powerful amplifier, all packed in a beautiful retro like design that will feel at home on your bookshelf or stereo unit. Read full review here.
Bose SoundDock Portable
A true high-end portable speaker dock, the Bose SoundDock Portable is staying true to what Bose is known for, delivering high quality sound in all situations, including when on the go.
Geneva Lab Model M
The medium sized model Geneva Sound Model M has the same stylish and simplistic looks as its siblings, and the same audio quality as well. No wonder What HiFi awarded it as the speaker dock of the year 2011.
Geneva Sound Model S DAB
The Geneva Sound Model S DAB is the latest from the high-end Swiss audio manufacturer to tempt iPod and iPhone owners to upgrade their speaker docks. It is slick, stylish, and a visual treat to look at. Find out more here.
Philips Fidelio Soundsphere DS9800W/10
Philips have joined the Apple Airplay speaker race with their brand new Fidelio SoundSphere speakers aimed at the audiophile who is looking for quality airplay solutions. Featuring two speaker units, both with free flowing tweeter protruding from the top…
Philips Fidelio DS9000
The Philips Fidelio DS9000 is one of the best buys for iPhone and iPod speaker systems for those looking for a stylish system with a high quality sound. Add to it to your shortlist and try and get a chance to listen to it.
Libratone Beat wireless speaker
Of the many great things to come out of Denmark we now have to add the Libratone Beat wireless speaker to the list as well. Great design meets great sound in this fairly small but oh so stylish speaker that will compliment your Apple device perfectly. More on the Libratone Beat here.
Libratone Live AirPlay speaker
Libratone Live is one of two AirPlay speakers announced by Danish high-end audio manufacturer Libratone, due to be released in September. Same design as the previous Beat but with several improvements. Find out more here.
Sony RDP-XA900iP
When it comes to speaker docks, Sony has been delivering some of the most popular and best iPod speaker docks for years now. With the Sony RDP-XA900iP they are looking to take over the Airplay speaker market as well.
JBL On Air speaker dock
JBL On Air Wireless AirPlay speaker dock has now become official as JBL announces that it will be available to the public sometime this spring, as well as giving us a bit more insight into the features of the device itself. You can find out more here.
Philips Fidelio Primo DS9010/10
The Philips Fidelio DS9010/10 speaker dock is an exterior upgrade of the DS9000/10 featuring brushed aluminum exterior and is exclusive to John Lewis in the UK. Enter their competition now for a chance to win one.
Monster ClarityHD Monitor speaker
The Monster ClarityHD Model One monitor bookshelf speakers are coming to bring you high definition sound in a small bookshelf package from the same people that have brought us a variety of high-end audio accessories. Read more about it here.
Libratone Lounge AirPlay soundbar
With the Libratone Lounge AirPlay soundbar the Danes have set out to change how we think about home sound systems and how we listen to our music or the sound from our television set. Find out more about Libratone Lounge here.
Pioneer X-SMC5-K
Pioneer X-SMC5-K is the big brother in the Airplay enabled slimline micro systems, feature packed with DLNA, bluetooth, and CD/DVD combo. This is a true multi functional sound system for your home.
Audyssey LES Audio Dock Air
Renowned audio manufacturer Audyssey are embracing AirPlay technology with their new Lower East Side Audio Dock Air, a square, slightly retro looking speaker that specification wise promises quality for money. Find out more.
NAD Viso 1
It is always great when renowned HiFi brands like NAD announce a new iPod sound system, this time in the NAD VISO 1 iPod Music System with bluetooth aptX receiver and a rotatable docking arm for iPod and iPhone.
Nocs NS2 Air Monitors
Nocs is showing that it is not only Danish audio brands that can deliver great Apple accessories, including with these AirPlay monitor speakers. The Nocs NS2 Air Monitors could well be replacing many PC speakers over the coming months.
Bang & Olufsen Beolit 12
With the BeoLit 12 Airplay speaker famous Danish audio manufacturer Bang & Olufsen have entered the AirPlay market, and they have done so with an impressive system that is splitting opinion when it comes to its design. Find out more here.
Sony RDP-XA700IP
The Sony RDP-XA700IP might be the little brother amongst the latest Sony AirPlay speaker docks, but there is still plenty to be excited about as it comes packed with dual drivers with damperless magnetic fluid technology. Find out more inside.
Parrot by Philippe Starck Zikmu wireless speakers
Put together a wireless speaker specialist and a famous product designer, and the result you get is a pair of high-end wireless speakers for iPod named Parrot by Philippe Starck Zikmu. Minimalistic in design, heavy on the wallet.
Bose SoundDock 10
The premier iPod speaker dock in the Bose SoundDock range delivers deep on sound and style for the home, but how does it compared with its biggest rivals. Find out more about the Bose SoundDock 10 here.
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