A high-end speaker isn’t just about the sound—it’s about the experience. The best designs deliver exceptional audio while making a statement in your home, blending seamlessly with your style. From bold, sculptural pieces to understated elegance, these speakers prove that great sound can also look the part. Here are four stunning options that bring together performance, design, and undeniable presence.  

Marshall

For over six decades, the legacy of Marshall has reverberated through generations of music lovers. It all started in 1962 when Jim Marshall built his first groundbreaking amplifier, ushering in a new era of iconic sound that would forever shape the course of rock 'n' roll. Since then, Marshall has never stopped amplifying the music that moves us. The latest lineup includes The Acton III, which packs powerful sound into Marshall's smallest speaker yet. The medium-sized Stanmore III and the larger Woburn III preserve Marshall's classic look while embracing sustainability with 70% recycled plastic and vegan materials. They come in Original Black, Vintage Cream, and Relaxed Brown (Woburn III excluded), each tipping its hat to Marshall's rock 'n' roll spirit. Available at Lane Crawford.

KEF

For audiophiles who value both performance and aesthetics, KEF stands out. The LS50 Wireless II, with its compact, futuristic design and signature Uni-Q driver array, offers rich, immersive sound in a small package. Whether streaming wirelessly or connecting devices, these bookshelf speakers deliver exceptional clarity and a wide soundstage. Available in matte finishes like white and carbon black, they’re designed to blend seamlessly into any modern interior.  

Bang & Olufsen

With its distinctively elegant Danish aesthetics, Bang & Olufsen audio systems have long doubled as design statements that have found their way into the homes of bon vivants worldwide. Since its inception in 1925 in the quiet Danish town of Struer, this luxury audio powerhouse has consistently pushed the envelope in both sound technology and design philosophy, creating pieces that aren't just built to last, but destined to become classics.

The brand has just breathed new life into its legendary Beosound 9000 CD player from the 1990s, pairing it with its cutting-edge Beolab 28 speakers to create something truly special. This new incarnation, dubbed the Beosystem 9000c, is a labour of love that began with tracking down 200 original Beosound 9000 units and bringing them back to their birthplace – the same Struer factory where they first came to life in 1996.

What makes this project particularly remarkable is that some of the original craftsmen who built these players in the 1990s are now part of the restoration team, working at the very same workshop tables where it all began. Each unit undergoes a meticulous process of disassembly, inspection, and renewal, with every component receiving the tender loving care it deserves before being fine-tuned to meet B&O's famously stringent standards. While honouring its heritage, the Beosystem 9000c embraces modern convenience, seamlessly integrating contemporary features such as AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and Bluetooth 5.0, making it as relevant today as it was revolutionary back then.

Devialet

For over a decade, French audio pioneer Devialet has been at the forefront of acoustic engineering, redefining how we experience sound. Its Astra, for instance, is a masterclass in modern minimalism. Encased in a sleek, Art Deco-inspired aluminum frame, it’s as much a design piece as it is an amplifier. Beneath its understated exterior lies cutting-edge technology, including Devialet’s Analog Digital Hybrid (ADH) system, which delivers the warmth of analog sound with the precision of digital. With up to 2x600 watts of power, it offers stunning clarity and performance.