We played a symphony on bluetooth speakers instead of reviewing them like normal people

I once dreamt of playing music for a living, but – as is the case with many people – my ambition outstripped my drive. And, you know, talent.

Thankfully though, technology has my back.

With smartphones and bluetooth speakers, it’s like everyone’s been gifted with a basic musical ability – all without the need for boring things like skills or technique or expertise.

So, with the launch of Plugged – our new sub-brand focusing on gear and gadgets – it seemed like an ideal time to stretch our musical muscles.

In other words, do our own rendition of “Thus Spoke Zarathustra” – also known as the theme from 2001: A Space Odyssey – using only our phones and a range of bluetooth speakers. Because, you know, how else are you meant to review them?

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Watch the whole thing above (or on YouTube itself here).

If you’re interested in any of the speakers used in the video, you can find more information below.

Full reviews:

• Devialet Gold Phantom
• Studio19 Solo E500X-EQ

Links:

• Roth VA4 Active Speaker System
• UE BOOM 2
• TIBO Kameleon 6 & TIBO Kameleon Touch

To keep up-to-date with Plugged, head over here.

Also, go and follow us on Twitter. Especially, if you’d like to hear the TNW Orchestra conquer any more classics – because that’s where you can let us know what you want to hear.

You know it’s gonna be good.