The Must-Have Music Players For Summer Entertainment

From home audio systems to headphones and portable speakers, here’s your guide to summer sound solutions.

Whether you’re setting the mood at home with some smooth jazz, pumping the hottest hits by the pool, or tuning out to an audiobook on your travels, music players are a must for summer entertainment. Ahead, we’ve outlined some of the best portable sound systems for whatever occasion. All you need to do is press play and pump up the volume!

Record Players

Music hits different when it’s vinyl – the sound quality is superior to digital formats and it offers a more immersive listening experience. Combine that with the visual aesthetic of old school record players and physical records – it’s giving more than Spotify ever could.

There’s plenty of vintage turntables out there but if you’re searching for convenience, Crosley is our pick for record players and at the top of the list of gifts for men. Marrying vintage aesthetics with modern technology, the Voyager Portable Turntable features built-in speakers integrated into the design and a Bluetooth receiver for when you want to stream digital music or pair up another wireless speaker to really pump the tunes. Plus, it’s suitcase-like design makes it one good-looking device for home as well as on the go.

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Speakers

Whether you’re after something small and affordable or a bold party starter complete with ambient lights, when it comes to portable speakers, the world is your oyster.

One of the best portable speakers for an affordable price point, the ultra-durable Diesel Portable Bluetooth Wireless Speaker is perfect for on-the-go listening. Boasting superb 360-degree audio and 14 hours playtime, the nifty little speaker has enough grunt for even the most audacious playlists. Still not enough for you? Two Diesel Bluetooth Wireless Speakers can be paired together for immense surround stereo sound, which kind of gives you a good excuse to buy one of each colour.

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Need a soundtrack to your summer as you float blissfully on a blow-up lounge at the beach or pool? The Sunnylife Neon Floating Summer Sounds is your new best friend. Perfectly sized for a Secret Santa stocking filler, the waterproof speaker is Bluetooth compatible, illuminated by coloured lights for late-night dips, and includes a mini-USB charging cable.

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Headphones

Looking for something a little more discreet? Wireless headphones and earbuds allow you to immerse yourself in your own little audio bubble without interrupting those around you. Beats by Dr. Dre Studio Buds True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earphones are our pick for personal music players offering three soft silicone ear tip sizes for a snug in-ear fit that delivers superb audio sound while blocking out unwanted external noises. They’re the perfect travel companion and connect easily via Bluetooth to Apple and Android devices.