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Overview:
Bose SoundDock is a “battery” powered digital music system which enables your iPod to reach acme music levels through the fullness and clarity of the speakers.
Review:
Similar to previous designs the Bose SoundDock speaker mimics a “miniature” TV screen. Its design would not convince any newbie iPod enthusiast to go out and buy. But any Poddy who knows their sound docks and heavily rely on the systems capabilities to bring out the full potential of their carefully selected playlist might not be so convinced. As I found out, finding the right specifications for the digital sound system is not a walk in the park (not even Bose themselves like to give too much away) nevertheless I did.
Specifications:
- Power: 100 – 240 v 50 – 60 Hz
- Dimensions: 6.65″ H x 11.91" W x 6.48" D "¢ (169 x 303 x 165 mm)
- Weight: 4.56 lb (2.07 kg)
- Speaker: 50 – 55 watts
However, the SoundDock, can reach volumes, of up to 74 watts, based on various readings.
Although its main concept is the iPod Dock the digital sound system lets you listen to other audio sources such as DVD, CD and MP3 players. Also, benefit from a remote control as you relax and shuffle through music.
Hardly a selling point but the SoundDock is portable and you can buy the matching carry case to go with it. It’s now starting to sound like a laptop and when you think it is six inches high and almost a foot wide…Yep, it might as well be laptop, or merely a Notepad.
However you cannot fault Bose for their attribute to the world of audio as the SoundDock lives up to the reputation its predecessor made way for!
Prices can sway either side of the £200 mark but expect to pay around £220 for one. Below that figure is a bonus as the SoundDock is hardly value for money but still a leading brand as an iPod Dock station.
The Gaj-It Verdict:
Design 7/10
Usability: 9/10
Features: 9/10
Value: 7/10
We Say:
If you want better it won’t be hard but be willing to pay more…a lot more. However, if you had £200 lying around it won’t hurt to purchase this as it still does what you want it to do!
One thought on “Review: Bose SoundDock”
Get the 140quid version direct from bose or currys if you want the Bose sound quality but not at the cost. I would say it would be incredibly difficult to get this sort of quality from anything that doesnt have large speakers or a separates system.
The difference between the version i have and the one advertised in the post is that the more expensive one has room for batteries and an aux in. Mine has to be plugged in.