Currently, Tivoli Audio is primarily recognized for its retro-looking tabletop radio and retro wireless speakers, but the company also manufactures great-looking portable Bluetooth speakers. The SongBook and SongBook Max, released in Fall 2023, are examples.
The SongBook and SongBook Max are large, portable Bluetooth speakers from the SongBook series. SongBook and SongBook Max have a boombox shape and numerous tactile knobs, sliders, and switches, marking them with authentic vintage flair from the past. Like their counterparts, they’re also pretty fancy, meaning they’re better suited for carrying around the house than bringing them to the beach.
For those seeking a sophisticated portable speaker, the Boston-based audio manufacturer has released a special version of the SongBook Max. This upgraded model excels in sound quality and has been further stylized to look cooler than the previous edition. Elegantly modern, this limited edition designed by Tivoli Audio propels portable audio into the stratosphere and combines exquisite engineering with extreme care and precision to impress audiophiles and designer connoisseurs.
Chrome Detailing Paired with Premium Leather Accents
The new SonBook Max (new.ordinary Edition) is a collaboration between Tivoli Audio and new. Ordinary, whose production company and studio is run by Grammy-award producer Sounwave, is well-known for working with Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift, SZA, and Beyonce.
The original SongBook Max comes in two colorways, green or cream/brown, and the special-edition version seems to run with the latter color option. Still, with some extra ‘pizzazz,’ it has been upgraded with a leather wrap, chrome hardware, and an even deeper cream color.
The press release claims the new look is a tribute to “1970s Porsches, vintage cars, analog aesthetics, and vintage music gear.” This version also features the updated version of the ordinary logo.
Beyond the Ordinary: Tivoli Audio’s Premium Bluetooth Speaker
As with other special editions, the exterior of the SongBook Max is changed a bit, but in this case, it is not only the look that is different, as the internals also underwent a few upgrades. Like the original, the portable speaker still has three drivers: a 10-watt tweeter, a 20-watt midrange driver, and a 20-watt woofer, now guaranteeing 10 hours of battery life.
Even though the SongBook Max is marketed as a Bluetooth speaker that you can easily use throughout your house, allowing you to shift your music from one room to another effortlessly, this device offers far more than convenience and mobility. Its retro appearance conceals a remarkable technology marvel, an audio system that, given its size, astonishingly delivers high-fidelity sound, rich tonal balance, and unparalleled performance compared to larger, stationary sound systems. With the SongBook Max, it’s not just about portability; it’s about shifting your everyday listening experience to a new level wherever you are in the house.
The speaker has an excellent FM radio, but it also has a built-in preamplifier with a 6.35 mm aux jack on the front panel. This allows you to connect instruments like electric guitars, keyboards, or computers and turntables (with a built-in phono preamp) to use as speakers.
Both groups highlight that this speaker is the outcome of a profound collaboration impacting its design and proudly call it a product ‘crafted by musicians for musicians.’ This slogan guarantees that the sound delivered and the feel of the controls satisfy the demands of professional artists and avid music fans alike.
Tivoli Audio Speaker: Pricing and Availability Details
Tivoli Audio sells the Max full-edition SongBook for $650, $50 more than the standard model priced at $600. This version’s design and detailing upgrades appeal to audiophiles and serious collectors.
The bonus for collectors that makes this edition even more appealing is that it will be produced within 60 units. This makes the speaker rare and valuable. These units are available for preorder; however, they are predicted to ship within 4-6 weeks after preorder demand is met.
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