Speaker & headphones

  • JBL ES250PW wireless subwoofer

    04 Dec 2009 2:44 PM

    The JBL ES250PW is the first wireless subwoofer we've seen from a hi-fi manufacturer and should take some of the headaches out of owning a home theatre system.

    Specs: Subwoofer

    Where to buy? Check price listings

  • 7.7

    Bose SoundDock 10

    08 Oct 2009 4:44 PM

    While it's expensive and isn't loaded with features, the Bose SoundDock 10 is classy looking and sounds excellent for a compact iPod/iPhone speaker.

    Specs: ipod speakers

    Where to buy? $925 to $999 at 2 stores

  • 7.0

    Logitech G330

    01 Oct 2009 10:24 AM

    The G330 may not sound great, but it's certainly one of the most comfortable headphones around.

    Specs: Headphones

    Where to buy? $136 to $381 at 2 stores

  • 8.0

    Altec Lansing Mix iMT800

    24 Sep 2009 3:53 PM

    The design of Altec Lansing's Mix iMT800 may not appeal to everyone, but its winning combination of good performance, lots of oomph and portability makes it one of the best iPod speaker options out there.

    Where to buy? Check price listings

  • 8.1

    Creative Aurvana Air

    05 Jun 2009 4:04 PM

    The Creative Aurvana Air is a beautiful looking and sounding set of headphones, but it's expensive and not suited to public transport.

    Specs: 3.5mm stereo

    Where to buy? $72 to $119 at 2 stores

  • 8.0

    AKG K 702

    22 May 2009 4:28 PM

    The AKG K 702 Open Back Dynamic Reference Headphones offer an ultra-comfortable way to enjoy sound that is remarkably more open than most sets; they're like personal speakers for your head.

    Specs: 3.5mm stereo

    Where to buy? Check price listings

  • 7.7

    TEAC iTB1000 iPod dock

    24 Feb 2009 9:43 AM

    The TEAC iTB1000 sits at the top of the "party" dock food chain with no known predators, but other devices give better bang for buck.

    Where to buy? Check price listings

  • Bang & Olufsen BeoSound 5

    12 Feb 2009 10:43 AM

    The Bang & Olufsen BeoSound 5 is the company's latest paradigm shift in how media servers should work, but if you have to ask about the price it's not for you.

  • Sony USB Turntable PSLX300USB

    14 Nov 2008 3:32 PM

    As a basic consumer-grade way to get your old LPs onto your PC, the PSLX300USB delivers good results, although the supplied software has a harsh learning curve.

  • 7.5 6

    Oxx Digital Classic 600

    11 Nov 2008 11:49 AM

    Neat, functional and simple to use, the Oxx Classic 600 makes listening to a world of internet radio easy. Its portability and easy-on-the-ear tonal quality make it a pleasure to use around the home.

    Specs: 1

    Where to buy? Check price listings

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