JBL has held the top spot on Stuff’s best Bluetooth speakers list for what feels like forever – and with good reason. Nothing else nails the affordable, durable and portable trifecta quite like the firm’s Flip series. So when a new one lands on our desk, we expect it to deliver – and the Flip 7 doesn’t disappoint.

Desktop speakers make for a great way to listen to your music while you work, or for listening to mixes while you make your own music. The best desk speakers are many — but none of them will sound any good unless you get them placed correctly on your desk.

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Passive vs. Active: Passive speakers need an external amplifier, which gives you more control over your setup. Active speakers have the amp built-in, making them more convenient. I personally like the flexibility of passive speakers, but active ones are great if you want simplicity.

The Sonos Move 2 has been my go-to speaker for a long time. It's even topped our best Bluetooth speakers list, thanks to strong battery life and excellent sound. But, just as things were looking comfortable for Sonos' monolith of sound, a leather-clad bad boy has entered the fray with the swagger of a rock star.