
Tivoli Audio
Songbook Bluetooth Audio System
The Tivoli Audio SongBook is a portable Bluetooth audio system with a vintage-inspired design, featuring a 40W amplifier, two 20W drivers (full-range and subwoofer), a 3-band analog EQ, Bluetooth 5.3, a 1/4" auxiliary input with built-in preamp, and a 10-hour battery with USB-C fast charging. It measures 12 x 9 x 5 inches (30.5 x 22.75 x 12.5 cm), weighs 6.7 lb (3.04 kg), and is splash-resistant (IPX4).
- Style
- vintage, modern
- Category
- Electronics > Audio > Audio Players & Recorders > Boomboxes
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Specifications
Portable Bluetooth audio system with vintage-inspired design, analog EQ, splash resistance, and 10-hour battery life.
Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity, 40W amp power, 2 x 20W speakers with subwoofer, analog EQ sliders (high, medium, low), frequency range 40Hz-20kHz, IPX4 splash resistant, USB-C fast charging, built-in preamp.
- Material
- Plastic
- Style
- vintage, modern
- Occasion
- travel, everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 12x9x5 in
- Category
- Electronics > Audio > Audio Players & Recorders > Boomboxes
Additional Attributes
- Bluetooth 5.3
- 1/4" auxiliary input
- built-in preamp
- analog EQ
- splash resistant (IPX4)
- fast PD charging via USB-C
- 10-hour battery
- carry handle
- compact design
- vintage inspired design
Product Insights
Tivoli Audio's Songbook Bluetooth Audio System revives the 2004 SongBook portable radio with a deliberate mono design and retro aesthetics inspired by 1970s/1990s industrial design and Dieter Rams minimalism, featuring high-gloss finishes, a flush metal handle, and perforated grilles. Despite dual grilles suggesting stereo, the mono driver with a dedicated subwoofer delivers full bass and direct sound ideal for outdoor use, while doubling as a practice guitar amp via a front-panel 1/4-inch input with 110k-ohm impedance and analog EQ. The analog-first philosophy eschews smart features and apps, using physical sliders for a three-band EQ applied by a 56-bit DSP with center detent. At $599 CAD—$150 less than the Max—it offers Bluetooth 5.3, a 10-hour battery, splash resistance, and 100-foot outdoor range, weighing 6.7 lbs with a folding handle, but lacks stereo pairing, radio, and digital display, and its plastic cabinet with metal grilles embodies a tradeoff for those seeking focused mono sound over the Max's stereo capabilities.
Verified claims
- Heritage
- Revives Tivoli's 2004 SongBook portable radio with deliberate mono boombox styling.
- Design inspiration
- Design draws from 1970s/1990s industrial design and Dieter Rams minimalism.
- Aesthetics
- High-gloss retro finish options with a flush metal handle and perforated grilles.
- Mono philosophy
- Deliberate mono choice revives Tivoli's 2004 SongBook heritage.
- Visual design
- Dual speaker grilles suggest stereo but SongBook plays in mono.
- Mono advantages
- Mono sound works well outdoors and doubles as a guitar amp.
- Bass performance
- Mono configuration includes dedicated subwoofer for full bass range.
- Instrument input
- Front-panel 1/4-inch input accepts guitar, bass, keyboard, and turntable directly.
- Guitar tone
- The 110k-ohm input and analog EQ deliver a clean, focused guitar tone.
- Portable amp performance
- Portable practice amp: 10-hour battery, splash-resistant, 6.7 lbs; 95 dB for solo play.
- Center detent
- Each EQ slider clicks audibly and tactilely when centered at ±0 dB.
- Hybrid signal path
- EQ adjustments are applied by a 56-bit DSP with digital precision.
- Instrument EQ
- EQ doubles as guitar tone stack in amp mode.
- Design philosophy
- Analog-first design: physical sliders, no app, inspired by 90s audio gear.
- Anti-smart philosophy
- Analog-only design with no smart features, at the price of a Sonos Move 2.
- Controls
- Mono speaker with three‑band analog EQ sliders and no stereo pairing.
- Portability and connectivity
- 6.7 lb, 5 in deep, folds handle; charges in 1 hr; Bluetooth reaches 100 ft outdoors.
- Pricing
- At $599 CAD, it costs $150 less than the Max.
- Audio performance
- 95 dB SPL; Max gets 100 dB and a tweeter.
- Core features
- Bluetooth 5.3, analog EQ, preamp, battery same as Max.
- Max exclusives
- No built-in radio or digital display; those are Max exclusives.
- Build quality
- Plastic cabinet with real metal grilles and a retractable metal handle that folds flush.
- Mono design
- Despite two front grilles, the speaker outputs mono sound.
- Sound character
- The mono speaker delivers big, bold, direct sound with 40 Hz bass and clear vocal projection.
- Equalization
- Three-band EQ with ±6 dB per band backed by 56-bit DSP enables precise tonal shaping.
- Guitar amp
- Functions as a practice guitar amp via 1/4 input with 110kΩ impedance and EQ tone stack.
- Bluetooth range
- Bluetooth range >100 ft outdoors, 50 ft indoors, stable connection.
- Carry design
- Weighs 6.7 lb with a 5-inch depth and a folding metal carry handle.
- Outdoor readiness
- 10-hour battery, splash resistance, Bluetooth range over 100 feet.
Product record
- Title
- Songbook Bluetooth Audio System
- Brand
- Tivoli Audio
- Price
- 599 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Rectangular portable audio system with a pale front panel, two round speaker grilles, a metal top handle and darker wood-tone side panels, placed on a small round wooden-topped table.
- Overall shapeBoxy rectangular chassis with a flat pale front face and visible thicker darker side panels; top-mounted thin metal handle arches above the top edge.
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x 0.09 · y 0.54 · w 0.19 · h 0.20 (high) - Speaker grillesTwo large circular speaker grilles set symmetrically on the front panel, slightly recessed and textured with a fine perforated pattern.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.58 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.19 · y 0.58 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - Front controls and portsSmall control elements and ports are visible on the lower-right area of the front panel including a row of three small toggle or slider-style controls and circular jacks below them.
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x 0.15 · y 0.69 · w 0.10 · h 0.05 (medium) - Top handleThin metallic arched handle attached to the top of the unit, rising above the chassis center.
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x 0.17 · y 0.49 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (high) - Side panelsVisible darker wood-tone side panels with a smooth finish wrapping the box sides.
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x 0.22 · y 0.56 · w 0.08 · h 0.25 (high) - Front panel branding“Tivoli Audio”
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x 0.13 · y 0.55 · w 0.11 · h 0.03 (high) - Model name text“SongBook”
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x 0.10 · y 0.71 · w 0.05 · h 0.03 (medium)
Other
Indoor lifestyle scene showing the product on a round side table beside a green upholstered armchair, with a brass floor lamp, an old-style radiator, a potted plant, and a window in the background.
- TableRound side table with a wooden top and a black metal lattice cylindrical base supporting the product.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.66 · w 0.28 · h 0.31 (high) - ArmchairGreen fabric upholstered armchair with a cushion and visible wooden tapered leg to the right of the product.
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x 0.43 · y 0.51 · w 0.50 · h 0.46 (high) - Floor lampBrass-colored adjustable floor lamp with an angled arm and conical shade positioned behind and above the product.
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x 0.46 · y 0.06 · w 0.43 · h 0.45 (high) - Window and radiatorHigh window frame visible near the top with a white-painted radiator to the left of the table; radiator shows vertical sections and decorative detailing.
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x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.56 (high) - Plant propPotted plant with green leaves partially visible at upper right, casting soft shadows on the wall.
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x 0.78 · y 0.10 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter lifestyle shot framing the product in its environment with warm indoor lighting and visible floorboards at the bottom of the frame.
Colors
pale cream· front panel#DDD4CBlight gray· speaker grilles#DDD4CBwalnut brown· side panels#2C3233brass gold· top handle#BEBBB3- Overall shapeBoxy rectangular chassis with a flat pale front face and visible thicker darker side panels; top-mounted thin metal handle arches above the top edge.
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Product
Front-facing rectangular portable audio system with rounded corners, two circular speaker grilles, a thin metal top carry handle, central control knobs, a small green status LED, a three-band EQ slider panel, and a cluster of input jacks and switches on the lower right.
- Overall shapeFlat rectangular front face with rounded corners and a narrow dark trim around the perimeter; front face sits on a reflective surface showing a faint mirrored reflection below.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.38 · w 0.76 · h 0.45 (high) - Top carry handleThin metal loop handle in a warm metallic tone arcing above the top edge, attached at the top center and visible as a single continuous bar.
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x 0.34 · y 0.33 · w 0.32 · h 0.06 (high) - Speaker grillesTwo identical circular perforated metal grilles positioned symmetrically left and right on the front face.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.45 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.45 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high) - Top volume knobSingle round rotary knob centered above the LED, matching the front panel color with a small recessed index mark.
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x 0.45 · y 0.46 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Status LEDSmall circular green indicator light located between the two speakers below the top knob.
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x 0.48 · y 0.55 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high) - Source selector knobSmaller round control knob positioned below the LED, with tiny printed labels on either side.
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x 0.45 · y 0.60 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Three-band EQ panelRectangular inset panel with a light wood tone containing three vertical slider controls in a row and the label 'EQ' above the sliders.
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x 0.36 · y 0.68 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Input jacks and switchesCluster of three round jacks and small circular switches on the lower right of the front face adjacent to the EQ panel.
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x 0.72 · y 0.73 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Top-center brand text“Tivoli Audio”
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x 0.42 · y 0.42 · w 0.16 · h 0.04 (high) - Lower-left product name“SongBook”
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x 0.14 · y 0.80 · w 0.15 · h 0.04 (high) - EQ label text“EQ”
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x 0.37 · y 0.67 · w 0.05 · h 0.03 (high) - Aux jack label“AUX IN”
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x 0.73 · y 0.78 · w 0.06 · h 0.03 (high) - Small source label“AUX BT”Partial
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x 0.46 · y 0.61 · w 0.05 · h 0.02 (medium)
Other
Studio-style photograph on a white background with even diffuse lighting, slight shadow and a clear reflection of the product visible on the surface below; image is centered with generous white space above.
- Background and stagingPlain white background and white reflective surface creating a faint mirrored reflection of the product below.
- LightingEven diffuse lighting from the front with soft shadows and minimal specular highlights on metallic handle.
- Shot compositionProduct centered in frame with substantial white space above and margins on sides; image shows full front face and slight lower reflection.
Colors
cream· front panel#DBD5D3dark brown· perimeter trimwarm copper· carry handlelight gray· speaker grilles#DBD5D3light wood· EQ panel#F3D3B5- Overall shapeFlat rectangular front face with rounded corners and a narrow dark trim around the perimeter; front face sits on a reflective surface showing a faint mirrored reflection below.
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Product
Rear face of a rectangular portable audio unit shown with a folded metal carrying handle on top, a vertical telescoping antenna on the right rear, a circular logo badge near center, a recessed rectangular cavity at lower left, and a small horizontal I/O port area at lower right.
- Overall shapeRectangular box with flat rear panel and slightly rounded corners; two vertical planes visible (upper and lower rear sections separated by a horizontal step)
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.10 · w 0.91 · h 0.79 (high) - Carrying handleThin metal U-shaped carrying handle mounted to the top rear edge, shown upright and spanning nearly the full product width
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x 0.22 · y 0.05 · w 0.57 · h 0.13 (high) - Telescoping antennaSlim metal telescoping antenna mounted at upper right area of rear panel, shown retracted and vertical with a small rounded tip
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x 0.78 · y 0.32 · w 0.08 · h 0.38 (high) - Circular badgeCircular badge centered horizontally on the upper rear panel with small legible script inside and a tiny hole below the badge
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x 0.44 · y 0.34 · w 0.13 · h 0.14 (high) - Recessed cavityRectangular recessed compartment at lower left of rear panel with a small horizontal ridge at its bottom edge
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x 0.07 · y 0.65 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - I/O port panelSmall horizontal recessed port area at lower right containing two visible port openings side by side; tiny embossed labels above the openings (illegible at this resolution)Partial
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x 0.65 · y 0.67 · w 0.25 · h 0.13 (medium) - Fastener holesRound screw or fastener holes visible near each corner and along the bottom edge of the rear panel
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x 0.06 · y 0.13 · w 0.88 · h 0.75 (high) - Surface finishGlossy painted finish on the rear panel producing visible highlights and reflections
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x 0.05 · y 0.10 · w 0.91 · h 0.79 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a white background with soft shadow and reflection beneath the unit; centered rear-facing composition with even frontal lighting.
- Shot compositionProduct centered in frame, rear facing camera straight-on, small soft reflection visible on the white surface below
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.71 · w 0.90 · h 0.25 (high) - Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with even diffuse lighting and specular highlights on the product gloss
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x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on product with no visible motion blur; small studio reflection artifacts under product
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.71 · w 0.90 · h 0.25 (high)
Colors
gloss brown· rear housing#732C02warm gold metallic· carrying handlesilver metallic· antennablack· port openings- Overall shapeRectangular box with flat rear panel and slightly rounded corners; two vertical planes visible (upper and lower rear sections separated by a horizontal step)