Yamaha Natural Sound Micro Home Theater Receiver Sound System with Integrated iPod Docking Station, High Quality CD Player, USB Port for Flash Drive & All Weather Indoor / Outdoor Speakers (Speakers are White) 50ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire Included Review

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(More customer reviews)I was looking for a solution for my shore house deck and found this Yahmaha home theater packaged with outdoor speakers. The unit appears to be built solid and the speakers appear to be of good quality.
Likes:
1. Easy to plug iPod in on top
2. Quality of sound is good
3. Size of device is small
Dislikes:
1. Contols for the radio and other featues only available via the remote
2. Remote distance is limited, I was hoping to have the unit inside the house near a window to the deck and control things via remote anywhere on the deck. Turns out I need to be about 5' or less from the window to work
3. volume is fairly low, need to turn the volume up to around 35 to play light level on the deck. Unit goes up to 60 and is fairly loud but might be a stretch for a large party
Overall good unit, I'm happy with it but wish the price was a little lower.


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Sylvania Portable iPod Dock/CD-AM-FM BoomBox (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)This unit had everything I was looking for - iPod player, radio, CD player, clock. It was also in price range for inexpensive unit that I could leave at my work desk. Unfortunately NOT ONE of the radio stations would tune in. Tried at work and at home and couldn't get a single station. Very disappointing. Also, the sound was not too great either. But I have to say, this is first return I have ever made thru Amazon and returning so far has been painless. Makes me like and trust shopping at Amazon even more.

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Philips Fidelio DS8550 Speaker System for iPod/iPhone/iPad (Silver/Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have the older model (DS8500) and I was absolutely thrilled with it until I got this model. The sound on this model is just as amazing as the old one and this one has features that blows the older model away.
Here are the reasons I feel the DS8550 is worth the higher price:
+ Bluetooth capability: I can keep my phone right next to me while using the docking station so I get the best sound possible but I still have the ability to keep my phone close (texting, calendar, etc.) The sound will be interrupted for calls and such but I won't have to get up to look at the docking station to see who is calling or texting or to use any other function of my phone).
+ Portability: The docking station can be charged and taken anywhere. I can easily bring it into another room/outside without having to unplug it and find another outlet. The carrying cutout on the back makes it easy to move around too.
+ The older version had a mesh type fabric over the speakers which wasn't sturdy. I was always afraid something would bump into it and rip it. This model has a metal frame which I find much more attractive and durable.
+ Controls: The controls on the station are sturdier than the older model. The older model had a thin strip of metal that ran across the bottom of the station. Over time it bent a little bit. Not a huge issue at all, just something that now seems 'cheap' in comparison to the new model.
This model is ipad compatible and comes with a separate stand if you want to use the bluetooth capability. I keep the stand next to the docking station and use it to hold the remote.
The Fidelio ap works OK but I don't see the need for it.
Overall the sound is AMAZING and the new features make this docking station by far the best I have ever used.

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Delivering exceptional sound performance in a compact package, the Philips Fidelio DS8550 Docking Speaker plays music from your iPod, iPhone, or iPad in stunning detail and enables wireless Bluetooth streaming for undocked music playback. Designed for audiophiles, this speaker is engineered with PureDigital technology and a curved profile to provide tight, precise sound, and its built-in rechargeable battery provides up to eight hours of playback on a single charge. Unlock additional features using the complementary Fidelio app, which gives you access to custom alarms, equalizer settings, and more.

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Logic3 LCD Pro Dock for iPod / iPhone (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)USA buyers take note. There is no USA power outlet adaptor included. I had to get one from Radio Shack. I hooked up the unit to my stereo receiver (audio only), put my ipod into the dock and synced the remote. Its response is slow and the screen is small but it worked. The real problem with this unit is the sound quality. I'd been using a simple 1/8" to phono out cable to connect the ipod to my receiver and the sound was surprisingly good. But when I started listening to the Logic3 I immediately noticed a big difference. Bass was significantly reduced and ill-defined and the mids and highs were harsh and brittle. Unacceptable, really. I did a back to back comparison between the two hookups to make sure my ears weren't fooling me. Same result. So I sent the Logic3 back for a refund. The whole experience was disappointing, to say the least.
Anybody want to buy a $10 UK to USA power adaptor?

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Harman Kardon The Bridge III Docking Station for iPod/ iPhone Review

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(More customer reviews)Friends I bought this docking station with the hope to use it on my brand new Harman Kardon Receiver HK3490. This Docking Station is suggested on the same amazon page as an add on for this receiver, but it seems that no one has checked the connector compatibility. The port on the back of my receiver for the BRIDGE is much smaller than the one that comes with this article. So as I leave in Venezuela, and the items took long to arrive here, now I am not able to complete a return with a full refund. Any one has an idea for a connector conversion that may be used to still use this dock ¿?

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Sylvania Portable iPod Dock Boom Box AM/FM with Clock (Purple) Review

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(More customer reviews)I was having a hard time finding an ipod dock with a radio for under $50 that wasnt poorly made.I have been through two in 3 years, they just stopped playing my ipod, dont know why, guess you get what you pay for in this case, jvc for $20 and an ihome(no radio) for $25 When i saw this one i immediately liked the way it looked. Cool shape and color (matches my ipod classic's case) It had a radio and was only $30! I got it and i am pleasntly surprised with the sound! Its very clear and you can crank it without any distortion! Also it has an aux port. Overall I give it 5 out of 5, Great sound, Cool look, Its lightweight, Should last a long time, Aux is a plus. I highly recomend this player!!!

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Sony RDP-XF100IP Portable iPod Docking Station Review

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(More customer reviews)I had agonized over the ideal dock for my iPod Touch with the stipulations that it had to be a reasonable size (I've lost some interest in big component systems.), and it would need at least an FM radio. While I've wanted to try HD radio, my understanding of availability in my area was that it could be if-y. So, good FM access would be fine. It seems like a small thing, but I'm legally blind and don't drive, so casual access to something like a car radio is fairly rare for me. My first, and most familiar, choice was a product that I had some familiarity with - the VERS system, with newer models incorporating a highly visible FM tuner. I had eventually tired of shipping delays for this device and gone to Best Buy to find the Sony.
Not only did the Sony dock have better sound than the VERS that I once owned, it was smaller, stylish and has the best receiving FM tuner that I've ever found in a portable or non-portable device. I've tended to live in older homes with older wiring and cloth wrapped interference bleeding electrical systems. The reception on the Sony dock is unlike any that I've ever owned, even with the convenient telescoping antenna in the stowed position. And the sound is rich and vibrant - certainly comparable to the similar Bose device that sports no FM tuner at twice the price.
The controls at the top of the dock are easily accessed and perform all of the functions found on the remote. As I noted above, I'm legally blind, but depend just enough on the tiny amount of eyesight that I do have to make use of digital displays. This one, unfortunately, and while not a deal-breaker, is terrible. It could be larger, though it's not unreasonably small. The problem is that it's abysmally dim - of almost no use to me. If this was an adjustable - and it wouldn't have hurt if it was larger - the dock would have received 5 stars from me.
In all, the RDP-XF100iP dock is not just a fine dock that does what I'd expect a dock to do, but is a nicely put together package that represents Sony quality first represented for me in my first Trinitron to my latest HD television. Highly recommended.

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Logitech S715i Rechargeable Speaker for iPod and iPhone Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this docking station for use while deployed to Iraq and I hijacked my wife's Amazon account to do it (smart, right?). It is surprisingly light and slim, especially considering the fullness, crispness, and volume of the sound that it produces. I have not been disappointed, particularly at this price point.
Features that I really like:
1. Dual voltage, which is great for overseas travel.
2. Comes with power adapter.
3. AUX-IN capability has been very useful for plugging in to my laptop for movies.
4. They did away with the iPod inserts, and the design ingeniously allows whatever iPod you insert to rest against a back stop, so that you aren't stressing the connector when you push on the iPod to control it.
5. Remote is simple on features but works very well even when not pointed directly at the unit.
Features that could still be improved:
1. The carry case is more like a dust cover. It is made from the same material those re-usable grocery bags are made from. I am not complaining that it doesn't come with something more substantial at this price, but I do hope that Logitech or some other manufacturer makes something with padding for those of us who travel a lot. I'd be happy to purchase it as an accessory.
2. The AC adapter would be even better if the prongs folded in, as many travel adapters do.
3. You can't use an iPod touch that has a case on it. The docking area narrows toward the bottom making the width a problem--even with slim fitting cases. This just means you have to have a case that comes off easily or one that has a detachable bottom.
Overall I give this a 5 star rating. I waited about a month and a half for this to be released based on initial industry industry reviews (CNET, etc.) and features; I am not disappointed. The sound is great. It is portable. It looks good. It is not extremely expensive. Those all add up to a real winner. I own a Bose Sound Dock (original) and feel that the sound is better on that speaker system--fuller bass and it fills the room a bit better, however the price was double and it is not portable. I challenge anyone to find something higher quality and more versatile for the $150 or under range.


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