Holiday Gift Guide: High-End Audio Edition!
There are plenty of speakers out there. See these audiophile-approved picks!
As soon as Halloween’s over, many Texans turn their attention to the upcoming holidays. And though it may not seem like it thanks to temperate weather along the I-35 corridor, the clock is already ticking to purchase those gifts for loved ones.
You’ve likely probed the internet for ideas, and maybe you’re planning to find the best Black Friday deals in the biggest stores in Austin or San Antonio, with many suggestions likely coming up short of that “perfect gift.” Instead, we at Captive Audio want to simplify your shopping this year.
Whether you’re looking for something for that friend who compliments your floor-standing speakers every time they visit you or your spouse who wants to try an outdoor speaker to listen to sports outside, we know just the thing you’ll need. Tune in to see a few of our favorite gift ideas!
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Sonos
Sonos has impressed audiophiles with its convenient, high-quality wireless audio capabilties. The system combines a unique, intuitive interface with robust wireless connections. Their flagship speaker, Sonos One, has transformed music-fans’ homes by delivering powerful, highly detailed music that doesn’t require intense installation.
Additionally, with the new Sonos Move, you can take music with you anywhere. Connect to your existing Sonos system, or enjoy it independently. The durable, portable, and battery-powered smart speaker functions seamlessly indoors and outdoors, and sports the company’s incredible automatic room tuning software, Trueplay. No matter where you Move, your music sounds exactly the way it should.
Plus, it’s weatherproof and drop resistant and connects to Bluetooth whenever you don’t have a Wi-Fi connection. These features make it ideal for someone who might be new to wireless audio and who might want to, well, move, their equipment indoors and out without hassle.
Control your music with your Sonos app or voice control, or we can integrate with the user’s automation system.
Sonance
One of our partners, Sonance, has set the bar for invisible, high-performance audio. And their new series, the Invisible Series, raises the standard for making discreet in-ceiling and in-wall speakers sound even better. Patented Motion Flex technology delivers pristine highs and smooth mid-range. Their glass-fiber Air Flex Woofer features a diaphragm-like chamber that produces more robust bass sounds. Gift this invisible the design-inclined music lover in your life, and experience a system that delivers robust sound without the wall clutter. Anyone who lacks floor space or loves minimalistic design will rave about this idea.
Coastal Source
Coastal Source promises to Defy the Elements™ with all their attractive, meticulously crafted outdoor speaker models. Some of our customers’ favorites include their stately Bollard line, including the 3-Way Ellipse Bollard. Like our customers, we love these speakers’ installation versatility in that we can install them under- or above-ground.
The 3-Way Ellipse Bollard “is designed for use in direct burial applications where a directional sound is desired with simplistic contemporary style,” boasts the outdoor audio leader. “It has a large driver area compared to conventional outdoor speakers offering higher performance, higher efficiency, higher fidelity & less compromise. The large enclosure size allows for this to be a completely full-range speaker.”
In other words, an outdoor system must contend with the elements. Oversized drivers deliver enough performance that you’ll hear high-end detail no matter where you are in your backyard.
JL Audio
JL Audio creates audio solutions for homes, ships, and cars alike, so if you know someone who’s always heading to Lake Austin marine resorts or driving sports cars, this manufacturer has a solution to enhance every journey. If they like their sound experience in transit, they’ll marvel at JL Audio’s home audio offerings, too, including their famous wired subwoofers.
Contact Us Today!
To get more high-end audio ideas or learn how you can find these gifts for yourself or one of your loved ones, contact Captive Audio, San Antonio’s preferred home automation company.
We partner with all the brands mentioned above and would love nothing more than to install these speakers or devices in someone’s home. We look forward to hearing from you soon!