Gear4 has recently announced its new DUO speaker system for iPod in the United Kingdom. The Gear4 DUO combines a bass unit and a detachable front panel with retractable iPod dock that can serve as a standalone portable speaker system powered by a built-in rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. The patented Seamless Sound Technology (SST) allows the satellite speaker to be effortlessly docked into the Bass Unit, where its battery will automatically recharge, making it permanently ready for portable use.

The whole system provides 38W of total output, and includes a remote control and five iPod adapters. Gear4 will begin shipping its DUO iPod dock in June for £150.