Carry-On Tunes and Checked-In Quality with Pro-Ject’s Travel Set

Travelling music lovers know the compromise all too well: convenience versus sound quality. While Bluetooth speakers offer portability, they rarely deliver the fidelity that audiophiles crave. Enter Pro-Ject Audio Systems, who may have just solved that problem with their newly unveiled Travel Set — a compact, true-stereo hi-fi system designed for life on the road.

We saw the Travel Set firsthand at the recent High End Munich 2025 show, where it turned heads for offering a full-featured audiophile solution in a surprisingly portable form. Packed neatly into a sturdy flight case, the system includes the Stereo Box S3 BT amplifier, Speaker Box 3 E Carbon loudspeakers, high-quality copper speaker cables, six Pro-Ject "Damp It" isolation feet, and even a modern remote control.

Pro-Ject’s new setup stands apart by offering true two-channel stereo — not a mono or phase-hacked pseudo-stereo experience like many Bluetooth options — while still remaining compact enough to take on your travels. For those in our StereoNET forums who often debate the best-sounding travel setup, this might just be the new benchmark.

At the heart of the system is the Stereo Box S3 BT, an ultra-compact integrated amplifier with 2 x 40W output at 4 ohms, dual RCA line inputs, and Bluetooth AptX HD capability. It’s built into a solid aluminium enclosure to resist interference and includes a variable 3.5mm output for connecting to a subwoofer or secondary amp.

Complementing the amp are the Speaker Box 3 E Carbon loudspeakers. Despite their desktop-friendly footprint, these speakers pack a punch, boasting a flat frequency response from 83Hz to 20kHz, tight bass via rear-firing ports, and a clear, detailed soundstage. Pro-Ject credits this to the use of a cutting-edge carbon-fibre composite woofer and a thoughtfully voiced tweeter — producing what they call an “open sounding” character that never veers into harshness.

While it won’t fit in your carry-on quite like a UE Boom or Sonos Roam, Pro-Ject claims their Travel Set offers something else entirely: real stereo separation, greater dynamic range, and a setup that’s actually enjoyable for critical listening. Whether for a holiday house, long-term work stay, or an audiophile’s road trip kit, this could well be one of the most refined travel-ready systems on the market.

Interestingly, the topic of what makes the best-sounding portable music system is one that’s often discussed in our StereoNET community forums — where members debate everything from compact DAC/amp combos to premium Bluetooth speakers. With the release of Pro-Ject’s Travel Set, there’s now another serious contender worth considering in those conversations.

Available in satin black, white, or walnut veneer, the Travel Set also includes magnetic speaker grilles and all necessary cabling to get going straight out of the box. The Pro-Ject Travel Set is available from €699 (Black & White) or €750 (Walnut) from authorised Pro-Ject retailers. Pricing and availability for some regions have not yet been confirmed.

Visit Pro-Ject for more information