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Small flat, good sound: setting up audio in a compact space
Suidooster makes simple accessories for people who like their gear neat. Cables, sleeves and wall chargers, all in plain colours that sit well in any room. Nothing flashy, nothing you will want to hide in a drawer.
The Knoppie fabric travel sleeve keeps a speaker safe in a bag. The USB wall charger is small and runs cool. We stock both in Claremont and ship them across South Africa.
5. Suidooster: Everyday Audio Accessories
Kloof Gear builds speakers for people who spend weekends outside. Rubber corners, a tight fabric cover and a strap that does not slip. They handle dust on the trail and a splash at the pool without complaint.
A good outdoor speaker should survive the boot of a bakkie and still sound clear at the end of the day.
We tested a few of their units at Silvermine and Muizenberg beach. The battery lasted well past sunset each time.
Hoek Sound makes small speakers that fit on a shelf, a desk or a bedside table. The sound is warm and clear, and the bass stays tidy at low volume. They suit flats, studies and spare rooms where space is tight and the neighbours are close.
4. Kloof Gear Outdoor Sound Range
Hoek Sound speakers are small, but they are not shy. Place one on a bookshelf and it fills a lounge with clean, even sound. Pair two together for a wider stage when you want something closer to a stereo setup.
They run on a rechargeable battery and play for most of a day. Charge overnight and carry on, or plug in at your desk.
Good sound does not need a big box. A small speaker, placed with care, can fill a room and still leave space on the shelf for your books and plants.
Hoek Sound makes small speakers that fit on a shelf, a desk or a bedside table. The sound is warm and clear, and the bass stays tidy at low volume. They suit flats, studies and spare rooms where space is tight and the neighbours are close.
3. Hoek Sound Small Speakers
Kaapse Klank started as a hobby in a Woodstock garage and grew into a proper Cape Town audio maker. They tune every speaker by ear, then check it again with a meter. The result is sound that feels natural and easy to live with.
Their Bluetooth units pair quickly and hold a steady link across a whole flat.
We stock their travel range at Knoppie. Customers like the clear voices for podcasts and the calm bass for late evening music. Ask us if you want help choosing one.
Hoek Sound makes small speakers that fit on a shelf, a desk or a bedside table. The sound is warm and clear, and the bass stays tidy at low volume. They suit flats, studies and spare rooms where space is tight and the neighbours are close.
2. Lekker Lab: the Claremont Test Workshop
Lekker Lab is our own test bench in Claremont. Every new speaker, display and charger passes through it before we list it. We check pairing, battery time, volume and build, then write down what we find. If a product does not pass, it does not go on the shelf.
Good sound does not need a big box. A small speaker, placed with care, can fill a room and still leave space on the shelf for your books and plants.
Smaller brands often make the best accessories. They listen to customers, fix problems fast and keep their range simple, which is why we keep going back to them.
Hoek Sound makes small speakers that fit on a shelf, a desk or a bedside table. The sound is warm and clear, and the bass stays tidy at low volume. They suit flats, studies and spare rooms where space is tight and the neighbours are close.
1. Tafelberg Tech Smart Displays
Rooibos Labs is the newest name on our shelf. They focus on smart home gadgets that are easy to set up: plugs, cameras and small displays that work with the Knoppie range. Most connect in under ten minutes.
Their indoor camera was the simplest we have installed. It was on the Wi-Fi and showing a picture before the kettle boiled.
Smart plugs from the same range also help during load shedding, because you can switch off heavy appliances and keep your router and speaker running longer. Pop in and see them in the store.
