Photo via Vers
I have grown tired of dragging my laptop around or fumbling with my iPod and headphones whenever I want to rock out somewhere that is not within earshot of my home stereo. After taking a look at Vers’ portable, stylish, and sustainable sound systems, I may have found my solution.
Vers has two models: the 2x, pictured here, and the 1.5R, which doubles as a radio alarm clock. Each system is hand-crafted and is encased in your choice of wood veneers: Cherry, Natural Walnut, Dark Walnut, or Bamboo. The 1.5R is also available in a glossy Piano White. And don’t fear – the wood comes from locally-sourced plantations (no old growth here).
What’s on the inside is just as impressive. Vers sound systems are compliant with the European Union’s RoHS (Restriction on Hazardous Substances) Directive, which means they are free of toxics like lead, cadmium, and hexavalent chromium as well as the nastiest of flame retardants such as polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs). Thanks to an efficient Class D amplifier, they also run on significantly less energy than traditional amplifiers.
As if I needed another reason to be in love with this product, it all comes minimally packaged in 100% postconsumer recycled materials.
Get it here: Vers (2V $180-$200; 1.5R $200-$220)
Rockin' in the Green World 