Every now and again a portable speaker system comes along which for one reason or another looks like it might stick out from the pack. Such is the case of the newly announced Think Outside Boomtube, a tublar style speaker system which has great looks and reportedly a great sound.

The Boomtube has over 40 watts of power in its 2.75? x 12.5? frame. The system combines four 2? drivers with dual neodymium magnets and MaxxBass technology to put out a sound Think Outside feels rivals larger portable speaker systems.

The bass tube has integrated crossover and EQ which pump audio to a pair of matched bass drivers for those looking for a little thump.

The 2? anodized aluminum speakers can be twisted off and be detached up to a meter away via a speaker wire. The Boomtube has a Lithion-Ion rechargeable battery which provides for up to five hours of listening time. When twisted together, the speakers and bass tube combine for a light weight of 3.2 pounds.

Other features of Think Outside?s Boomtube include a signal/noise ratio of >70db, an illuminated power button which glows amber for battery power and green for AC power, a headphone input jack, bass control settings of -5 to 5, volume control settings of 0 to 11 and a standard 3.5mm stereo audio in jack to connect devices like iPods and portable DVD players.

The Boomtube is priced at $199.99 and comes with a carrying case, AC adapter, two RCA speaker cables, one 3.5mm stereo audio input cable, one 3.5mm to 2.5mm adapter and a quick start guide. More details and purchase information can be found on Think Outside?s website.