Shaped like a mini soundbar, the $49.99 Creative Stage Air differs from most of the wireless speakers we review. It's not rugged, waterproof, or even very small, and while it's portable, it's mean to sit below your computer monitor. Not only does it stream via Bluetooth, but it has a standard 3.5mm aux port, and even an outdated-but-harmless USB input that will play MP3s from a thumb drive. Anyone expecting mega-bass or even super-loud volume might be disappointed, but the Stage Air delivers a solid audio experience for the price. Design Measuring 2.8 by 16.0 by 3.0 inches (HWD), the Stage Air has a glossy plastic exterior, with a front-facing perforated grille covering dual full-range drivers and a passive bass radiator. There's also a status LED behind the grille that lets you know when the speaker is powered up or paired. Four buttons on the right control power, Bluetooth pairing, volume, and track navigation. The back panel houses the connections—there's a micro USB port fo...
The Creative Stage Air is a solid portable Bluetooth speaker that looks like a soundbar and fits perfectly in front of your computer monitor.
Rich low-mids and bright highs at moderate volumes; Fits well under computer monitors; Affordable
Distorts at high volume levels on deep bass; Not an outdoor-friendly design