Loop by Libratone, $500 Whether mounted to a wall or stationed on its stand, the Red Dot Award–winning Loop delivers crisp, all-encompassing sound in a handsome yet compact package. The Italian-wool cover is available in eight colors. Stream tunes wirelessly from your computer or phone. Photo 1 of 4 in The Best Modern Speakers by Diana Budds

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Loop by Libratone, $500

Whether mounted to a wall or stationed on its stand, the Red Dot Award–winning Loop delivers crisp, all-encompassing sound in a handsome yet compact package. The Italian-wool cover is available in eight colors. Stream tunes wirelessly from your computer or phone.