Ultimate Chicago Gift Guide: Audio Aficionado

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FOR THE AUDIO AFICIONADO

It’s no secret that Transistor is one of the city’s coolest electronic shops and art galleries. They sell a ton of cool stuff there, but for someone looking for the next big thing in audio, check out Stellé Audio: Pillar. It’s a Bluetooth speaker, with speakerphone capabilities, that sounds as good as it looks and is a stylish selection for both home and office. Ringing in for $299, it’s a fun device for the audio aficionado and comes in a few of the more popular modern colors, including brushed aluminum and pewter.

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