Blue Aura unveils "world's first" stereo Bluetooth tower speakers

By Pete Hayman
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Cambridge-based audio manufacturer Blue Aura claims to have developed the "world's first" Bluetooth tower speakers, the X40s.

The speakers come with integrated 35W amplification and a 10m Bluetooth wireless range, with NFC technology also on board to make it even easier to connect with NFC-compatible devices.

Each X40 tower speaker features two 4.5in drive units and a tweeter, while the inclusion of the aptX codec means the speakers are able to support superior-quality wireless streaming.

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There's a sub out for connecting a subwoofer to the speakers, while a USB socket offers the option of hooking up a WAS1 wireless transmitter and receiver, allowing to stream music from non-wireless devices.

The Blue Aura X40 speakers are on sale now and cost £599 a pair.

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Pete Hayman

Pete was content editor on What Hi-Fi?, overseeing production and publication of digital content. In creating and curating feature articles for web and print consumption, he provided digital and editorial expertise and support to help reposition What Hi-Fi? as a ‘digital-first’ title; reflecting the contemporary media trends. He is now a senior content strategist.