1. IXOOST Sound System

Looking as though it's been gleaned straight from a luxury car for your audio pleasure, the IXOOST sound systems are hand-made in Modena, Italy. This one's been made from old car exhauts and boasts a, frankly, obscene level of luxury and visual appeal that almost makes the music secondary. Until you hear them, that is. ​

Prices start from £3,800. For more info, visit ixoost.it

2. Bang & Olufsen BeoSound Moment

When you think of sound systems, your mind will likely gravitate towards one of Scandinavia's finest, Bang & Olufsen, but believe us when we say that their latest offering, the stunning looking BeoSound Moment, looks like being a real game changer. Put simply it is an intelligent, wireless music system that integrates your music and streaming services into one. And it looks jaw-droppingly swish, too.

Price TBA. For more info, visit bang-olufsen.com

3. Lampion Sound Dock

Boasting a retro vibe that'll have you blasting out the Marivin Gaye, the Lampion Sound Dock from industrial designer, Stefan Radev, intermingles materials to create an aesthetically pleasing speaker dock that will add a vintage appeal to your home or office. The Scandinavian visuals and minimalist qualities of this cracking sound system make it one of the finest we've seen this year.

Price TBA. For more info, visit stefanradev.com

4. Aether Cone

Connecting to your phone or iPod via Bluetooth, the slick yet undeniably simple Aether Cone provides a clarity that belies its seemingly straightforward design. The Aether Cone is crafted from brass and is available in black and white, and it comes with its own app that makes listening to your favourite tunes a doddle.

£349. For more info, visit aether.com

5. Libratone LOOP

Another device with simplicity at its heart, the Libratone LOOP is one mightily impressive little sound system that provides crisp sound, functionality and visual superiority all rolled into one. Capable of delivering full room audio and 360° sound experience, this felted fellow might look like a Muppets off-shot but rest assured, it will blow you away with its sound capabilities.

£349.95. For more info, visit libratone.com