Review: B&W Zeppelin iPod speaker system

The Zeppelin is among the most expensive iPod speaker systems we've seen, and if sound quality is your only consideration, there are less-expensive alternatives. But, like Apple's own hardware, few systems can match the Zeppelin's combination of design, performance, and overall quality.

Speakal's iPig speaker system rolls in the mud with your iPod

For those of you (we know, pretty much everyone in existence) who already picked up a set of Pink Pig PC speakers a few years back, you can carry on with your daily routine. For everyone else that owns an iPod, hold it right there. Speakal is delivering the iPod docking iPig, a unique speaker system that packs five total drivers (including a 4-inch subwoofer), adjustable bass controls, 360-degree sound distribution and a very debatable design. You'll also find a 3.5-millimeter auxiliary jack for hooking up every other source, and the bundled remote makes it easy to switch tracks and such from your sofa. The only problem? That $139.99 price tag. Check the full release after the jump.Continue reading Speakal's iPig speaker system rolls in the mud with your iPodPermalink | Email this | Comments

iHome unveils computer speakers/iPod dock all-in-one

Section: iPod + iTunes, iPod Family, iPod Accessories, Docks & SpeakersI know how you feel. With your mouse, USB hubs, Boba Fett coffee mug (full of rubber bands, not coffee, of course) and Army of Darkness figures, who has room for speakers and an iPod dock? Well, rejoice. iHome has announced the iH69 and iH70, speaker systems for Macs and PCs. Now, iPod users can dock, charge, play and sync their iPods directly to their computer via their speakers, providing better quality sound and functionality with no extra wires, cables or space necessary. “At iHome, we continually strive to provide innovative products for iPod owners that enhance their listening enjoyment and maximize the functionality of their iPod,” said Evan Stein, vice president of marketing at iHome. “The new iH69 and iH70 are a perfect marriage of sound and design, and with their charging and sync capabilities, they are the ideal, all-in-one speaker solutions for the Mac or PC that will consolidate space and bring iHome’s advanced sound technology from audio speakers to computer speakers.” Compatible with all docking iPod models, the iH69 and iH70 charge, play and sync iPods while they are docked securely into the base of the computer speaker. The iH69 and iH70 are designed with high-fidelity Reson8 speaker chambers providing the listener with premium power output, computer port, sync switch, volume controls and headphone jack for private listening.  The iH70 builds upon this base with higher wattage producing speakers, a full functioning remote control and the inclusion of SRS WOW sound enhancement technology that expands the audio field for a richer sound experience. The iH69 and iH70 is currently available for pre-order at ihomeaudio.com, and will be available soon at major retail outlets nationwide for the suggested retail price of $99.99 and $129.99 respectively. Full Story » | Written by Kirk Hiner for Appletell. | Comment on this Article »

Review: Altec Lansing T612 Digital Speaker System for iPhone and iPod

When the portable inMotion speaker designers at Altec Lansing released the non-portable M602 Digital iPod Speaker System a year and a half ago, the appeal was obvious: as a combination of metal-grilled speakers and an iPod dock, M602 offered an audio experience close to the popular, similar Bose SoundDock at two-thirds the price, with added versatility in the form of bass and treble adjustments, video-out, line-in, and USB sync features, as well as…

Review: Polk I-Sonic ES2 iPod speaker system

If you've ever wanted to buy a song you heard on the radio, Polk's I-Sonic ES2, when combined with a recent iPod, makes doing so easy thanks to iTunes Tagging.

Digital Signature highlights multimedia speaker systems

Section: iPod + iTunes, iPod Family, iPod Accessories, Docks & Speakers Digital Signature has announced the launch of a new website highlighting its multimedia speaker systems. The website—designed to provide audiophile comparisons and specifications—will gather feedback from customers and feature secure e-commerce capability for online purchases and customer service. The new website, however, is not nearly as important as what you’ll find there. The Mint Digital Music Stations—in development for several years while the company found solutions to the manufacturing and technical challenges of producing a line of high value digital entertainment players—now offer the freedom of wireless connectivity for all your digital music, video, gaming and Mac or PC needs, at “category-busting prices.” Digital Signature has accomplished these goals by creating advanced digital acoustic designs built using top grade components sourced all over the world. Powered by digital amplification control and wireless transmission techniques created by Digital Signature, the Mint Digital Music Stations offer audiophile sound at an unheard of price. Digital Signature has branded this new approach to audio quality, Di-Fi™. Digital Signature’s newest system, The Mint 300 Digital Music Station, delivers top performance—with >100 dB signal/noise ratio and