Equipment: Six of the best ... MP3 speakers

Monday, September 15, 2008

Whether it's for the radio or to fill a room with music, Tabby Nelson looks at some of the latest systems on the market.

- Wharfedale CD/MP3/Radio with USB Dock

While not strictly an MP3 speaker system, this small CD player comes with all the normal gadgetry you would expect, along with a front-mounted USB dock, which will support all types of MP3 players. It's small and lightweight so it won't take up a huge amount of space.

Price £24.99

Available from www.argos.co.uk

- Creative TravelSound Portable Speakers for Zen V

Creative's travel sound speakers are designed to be used with the popular Zen V MP3 player. The speakers deliver four watts per channel and come with a remote control. Other audio devices can be connected to the speakers by cable.

Price £69.99

Available from www.johnlewis.com

- Logitech X240 2.1 Speakers with MP3 Cradle

This system allows you to move the speakers around the room to get a fuller sound. It features two six-watt satellite speakers, a 13-watt subwoofer and a cradle for your MP3 or portable device.

Price £39.99

Available from www.argos.co.uk

- JBL Creature II Speaker System

This futuristic three-piece speaker system delivers eight watts of sound. It can be hooked up to a range of devices, including PCs, MP3 players and other audio players.

Price £69.99

Available from www.comet.co.uk

- Panasonic SC-EN28 CD/MP3 Micro System

For the youth clubs that want a versatile music system, this little machine includes a CD player, a digital radio and a music port for MP3 players. The micro system is 15 inches wide and the speakers deliver five watts of power.

Price £39

Available from www.play.com

- Gear4 House Party IV Black iPod Speaker

With its 30-watt speakers, the Gear4 House Party IV should provide enough output to fill most rooms. The stylish speaker dock also features an built-in FM radio that can store up to 10 stations.

Price £65.04

Available from www.dixons.co.uk.

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