Let’s face it – hi-fi is sexy. Music is sexy, and high fidelity music is even sexier. Decades ago, beautiful women posing with turntables, vinyl records, headphones and wireless radios was very much a thing, and that trend has continued to this day (…. mostly with glamour models, admittedly!) and why is that? Because hi-fi is sexy! And setting the mood with it is easy too – you just have to get the components right.
Hi-fi can make a pretty sexy Christmas gift too. Not only will it give your loved one hours of enjoyment for years to come, it will also serve nicely as a handy tool for setting the mood for some post-crimble lurve. Yes, we’re going there. Don’t believe us? Then read on! The following gift ideas – from the very cheap, to the very lavish – have been specifically selected for their aphrodisiac appeal. Everything about them screams sexy: the looks, their sound and most importantly the mood they help to create. Sure, the mood can be pushed in that direction with any hi-fi system, but these little beauties have that extra ‘mmm’ factor.
1. Yamaha LSX-70 Wireless Speaker – £299
Rich, room-filling sound combined with a rather unique light-function – the LSX-70 is a wireless speaker with a difference. It combines 360 degree multi-directional sound in a wireless streamer with bluetooth technology, functioning as a very effective and loud wireless speaker. Not only that, the light has ten brightness levels – so you can set the scene exactly how you’d like it. Perfect for relaxation, socialising and every other application you can think of. It can be controlled with a supplied remote control, and its smart timer means it will come on/off exactly when you need it too
Why will they love it?
Two of the most important things you can have when setting the ‘scene’ are light and music – and this covers both beautifully, with the added bonus of being able to take the party with you – wherever that party may lead! This is one of our favourite little gadgets. It sound pretty good, and the lovely lamp effect is really quite special.
2. Linn Majik LP12 Turntable – £2700
The Majik LP12 is a complete turntable package with a unique – and enviable heritage. A gift of one of these will scream volumes for a number of reasons! As it stands, the LP12 remains one of the most popular turntables of all time – if not the most popular. The original LP12 was known as the Sondek, which came to life in 1972 and set the benchmark for turntable design and production. Over 40 years later, not much has drastically altered since the original. The Majik package allows for you to enjoy everything good about the orginal LP12, wqith a few modern twists – such as an updated tonearm and cartridge.
Why will they love it?
There’s something undeniably sexy about turntables. All turntables. And the LP12 is one of the most iconic of the lot. As this package comes with everything you need, there won’t be too much unwanted messing around. Just set it up, select your favourite record, plug it into the phono stage and enjoy. They will love it.
3. Dali Fazon F5 Speakers – £2,699
Another ideal gift would be an upgrade in the loudspeaker department. But why settle for something ordinary? The Dali Fazon F5s are quite unique – in both aesthetic and technology. Their sleek, contemporary design have been turning the heads of art critics since their release, and their sound has been pleasing the hi-fi critics in equal measure. As far as unique gifts go, you can’t get much better.
Why will they love them?
They sound fantastic – they look even better, and they will impress the pants off anyone who hears them. And that’s the whole point… right?
4. The XX – The XX LP – £21.79
Any vinyl will probably do the trick – it’s more about the iconic image than anything else. But the right vinyl will have a pretty lasting effect. The XX’s self-titled album was voted the sexiest of the year by several publications – for good reason! It’s a beautiful album which somehow touches you on a very… primal level. Sweeping, beckoning and utterly indulgent. You can’t go far wrong.
Why will they love it?
What’s even sexier than a turntable? The vinyl you play on it. There’s something… different about the sound of a vinyl record, something that sets it apart from every other source. And having a suitably sexy soundtrack spinning away on a turntable in the background is very… effective. Especially one that is as stomspheric, gutteral and primal as The XXs. Give it a try!
5. Icon Audio Stereo 40 MkIII Valve Amplifier – £1,399
A valve amp is the ultimate statement piece in hi-fi. Its looks and warm, lush sound have been winning the hearts of hi-fi aficionados many decades after they were replaced by the transistor-style amp in commercial use. The Icon Audio Stereo 40 MkIII is a particularly fine example, owed to its newly designed valves which allow for a particularly warm, rich and textured sound. Yes, it’s indulgent and it’s lavish, but as a hi-fi gift, there isn’t much better!
Why will they love it?
Not only will it provide some of the best sound they will ever hear, the glowing valves in the darkness makes for a pretty nifty mood-setter. If you haven’t seen a valve amp in action yet, you’ll be blown away once you do. And so will they!
See…? Hi-fi is sexy. And with a little creativity it can be used to set the mood in many ways. So sit back, relax and let the night go where it goes.