Sony has revealed a cheaper model of its speaker that looks like a lamp. Style-conscious audiophiles will be able to order the LSPX-S3 glass sound speaker starting in August.

The Bluetooth-enabled device features an organic glass tweeter with three actuators that enable it to emit sound in all directions, according to Sony. The company claims the tweeter “produces clear and powerful high tones” and spreads sound evenly throughout a space. The LSPX-S3 has a 46mm speaker unit and you can adjust the levels via the Sony Music Center app. It also has LDAC support for high-resolution audio.

The speaker won’t light up an entire room, but the flickering candlelight-style illumination could provide a cozy ambiance for nighttime reading. The LED can pulse in sync with music and there are several lighting modes and brightness levels.

You can take the LSPX-S3 outdoors, too. It weighs around 1.1 kilograms and has a battery that Sony says can power the device for up to eight hours on a single charge. You can recharge it via the USB-C charging port.

There’s also an option to link two units for stereo playback and it can form part of a multiroom audio system. In addition, the speaker has a built-in microphone for calls, a metal base and a fabric bottom.

Almost six years ago, Sony first showed off a prototype for the stylish product. The LSPX-S3 will cost US$350, which is around US$100 cheaper than the previous model. (SD-Agencies)