Tivoli Audio is stepping into a time machine with its limited edition '70s Color Collection – a Model One BT speaker in five bold colors that look like they were pulled from your grandparents' living room, but with the sound of today.
In a world where speakers are becoming increasingly futuristic, minimalist and above all digital, Tivoli Audio strikes a different note. Instead of introducing another smart speaker with a screen and a voice assistant, they chose to look back – to the 1970s. The result? Model One BT '70s Color Collection.
There's no need for a new design. The walnut wood body remains - so timeless it could be in Wes Anderson's studio. What's new are five retro color options: Poppy Red (like 1975 Coca-Cola), Highlighter Yellow (a yellow that screams), Avocado Green (very much like your grandparents' kitchen), Golden Hour Orange (when the day ends in sepia) and Navy Blue (calm, but still with soul).
An analog sensation with a digital heart
The Model One BT isn't a speaker that reads you the weather forecast. Instead, it offers something much rarer: contact. Physical buttons you can turn. A station you can find by sound. And connectivity that's modern enough—Bluetooth for streaming, a 3.5mm jack for old-school, and yes, still AM/FM radio.
This is a speaker for those who want to listen to music – not just listen to noise. And for those who find digital assistants listening a little too much.
Technical details for audio purists (or just geeks)
- Model: Tivoli Model One BT '70s Color Collection
- Connectivity: Bluetooth, 3.5 mm audio input
- Functions: AM/FM radio, streaming via Bluetooth
- Speaker: Single wideband (mono)
- Material: Handmade wooden case (walnut)
- Dimensions: 11.4 x 21.3 x 13.3 cm
- Weight: 1.88 kg
- Colors: Poppy Red, Highlighter Yellow, Avocado Green, Golden Hour Orange, Navy Blue
- Price: $220 (approx. €205)
- Availability: Limited edition, pre-orders open, delivery in 6-8 weeks
Retro, but not outdated
While other speakers compete to be smarter, Tivoli offers something far more compelling: character. The Model One BT '70s Color Collection isn't here to change the world. It's here to make it sound – with the warm, clean, analog tone that today's digital world often lacks.
And if someone tells you that around 40 euros/dollars is too much for a little color, ask them when they last bought art. Tivoli is not just a speaker. It's a statement. Otherwise, choose a classic for just … 170 euros – via this link!
A final thought
If your home is already full of smart devices, treat yourself to one that's more hearty than smart. The Tivoli Model One BT '70s Color Collection is a speaker that doesn't need Wi-Fi to connect—all it needs is a good song. And that's almost radical in 2025.
