Hi guys,
I want to get a speaker set up to play some tunes in the bedroom. I currently have a decent logitech surround room setup with a small sub, but the problem is I can only play by plugging in to a 3.5mm or from the computer.
I was wondering if anybody had any recommendations on a wireless speaker set up? As there's currently a lot of brands out there, which is the best bang for buck?
Open to suggestions of imports or local stock
Thanks :)
re FS1 are there some fakes out there? bought one of its headphones from a deal posted here.
Packaging looks real. Sound is ordinary, the plastic arc broke within a year to 18 months - listen less than 50 times.
Since when have Logic 3 made FS1-branded headphones??
2 left…..half tempted to get another one.
Can you buy a Bluetooth 3.5mm adaptor? That way you can utilise your existing set up.
Logitech Bluetooth Audio Adaptor: http://www.logitech.com/en-au/product/bluetooth-audio-adapte…
Cheapest I could find was $37 (I don't know how reputable the stores are though, one is in VIC and the other in NSW):
http://cplonline.com.au/logitech-bluetooth-audio-adapter-980…
http://www.wireless1.com.au/logitech-bluetooth-audio-adapter
Bose SoundLink Mini II: http://worldwide.bose.com/axa/en_au/web/soundlink_mini_ii/pa…
Cheapest I could find was $234 (again, don't know the store):
http://www.eglobaldigitalcameras.com.au/bose-soundlink-mini-…
Sony SRS-X33: http://www.sony.com.au/product/srs-x33
Cheapest I could find was $149 at JB Hi-Fi:
https://www.jbhifi.com.au/ipods-docks-fitness/wireless-speak…
SONOS: http://www.sonos.com/en-au?r=1
JB Hi-Fi has the entire range, including a bundle offer for the PLAY:1:
https://www.jbhifi.com.au/Search/results/?keywords=sonos
From my personal experience, I have the old model Sony (SRS-X3). I was so impressed with the great sound that I ended up buying another one.
As always with audio equipment, it is best if you actually went out to the shop and tested them out. JB Hi-Fi have a wide range of bluetooth speakers, including UE and JBL that I haven't specifically mentioned above.
wow!
thanks everyone for all the awesome suggestions!
I think after going through it all, all I'll need is that Logitech Bluetooth adapter, so I can utilise my existing set up and keep cost down.
but I appreciate all the awesome feedback and I hope other users who come across this thread looking for similar info can also benefit off it
PS: in true ozbargain fashion I found the cheapest Logitech Bluetooth adapter for $39 at JB HI-FI, compared to $45 at logitech website and $55 at DSE
https://www.jbhifi.com.au/computers-tablets/accessories/logi…
$38 at Officeworks… :)
I'm not sure how much you want to spend but for $99 I can recommend the FS1 Ferrari Scuderia bluetooth speaker by Logic 3.
It has mixed reviews but you have to take into account that it was selling for up to $649. It has the old Apple port, which never gets used by me anyway…..although adapters are available. It's Bluetooth - there's an Airplay version available but Bluetooth works fine for me. It needs a little time (10 mins) to set it up properly - connect and adjustment of bass using the iOS app. Obviously, this is done just the once.
On the plus side, it's $99, it has damn good quality sound and volume, it looks ok, it's solid but fairly unobtrusive, it's wireless, it has a nice remote control, it has a jack plug, if required and also a USB charging port. I have mine in the bedroom and it's perfect for me. I've either got Spotify or TuneIn Pro gently sending me to sleep or bouncing the room when I'm in the shower.
For $99 it's a steal.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Ferrari-FS1-Scuderia-iPod-iPhone-…
Some of the reviews are of the Air version, but the link above is for the Bluetooth version. It will work with most smartphones these days - iOS, Android and WP.
http://www.techonthego.co.uk/2013/05/review-scuderia-fs1-blu…
http://www.slashgear.com/ferrari-by-logic3-launches-its-scud…
http://eftm.com.au/2012/12/the-ferrari-scuderia-fs1-by-logic…
http://www.whathifi.com/news/ferrari-logic3-adds-airplay-and…
…and a video review:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYpV_hqaX9M