Time was, if you wanted big sound, you needed a pair of speakers the size Michael J. Fox played guitar through at the beginning of Back to the Future. But now things have changed with the introduction of the Minx.

Price: From £349.95 | Cambridge Audio

These small speakers throw out plenty of volume, yet are compact – ranging from smaller than a can of Coke to as tall as a two-litre bottle – and stylish. Affordable, too.

Available in 2.1 stereo and 5.1 surround-sound systems, the Minx offers a golden blend of style, versatility and top-notch sound at a reasonable price.