Boston Acoustics Horizon I-DS2 iPod Dock w/ Speaker System (Gloss Black)
ipod dock with speaker system white
ipod dock with speaker system white
From the Manufacturer
Boston Acoustics i-DS2 iPod Speaker System: From Your iPod to Everyone
From your iPod to everyone’s ears–realistic, room-filling stereo with clean, powerful bass. A great-looking compact system that fits anywhere (and will be welcome everywhere), the i-DS2 features high performance full-range speakers, an acoustically tuned chamber for maximum bass, and a mini remote that puts you in control of your iPod from across the room.
It’s Nice to Share
The i-DS2 delivers 60 watts of system power for room-filling, high quality sound. With a composite video output to let you show off photos
and videos from any video-capable iPod on any TV and a USB connector to keep all your content in sync with iTunes, the i-DS2 is a talented
performer with all the right connections.
What It Means to Be from Boston Acoustics
First and foremost, Boston is an engineering company, and every Boston Acoustics system is optimized to meet the highest performance standards: Boston’s own.
Of course, performance is only one measure of value. So all Boston Acoustics products are built with strict attention to everything from the choice of
materials to the details of fit and finish. It’s how Boston has been exceeding the expectations of serious listeners for nearly thirty years.
What Critics Are Saying About the Boston Acoustics i-DS2
“There’s a certain level of clean class in the iDS2 that suggest that real industrial designers came up with the shape, selected the materials, and thought out the system’s cosmetic expandability—this is a unit we would enjoy having in a home.” iLounge, August 2008
“The Horizon iDS2 from Boston Acoustics is a solid-performing iPod speaker that offers a better, beefier sound than many competing models.” –CNET, August 2008
“The main reason this should be at the very top of your iPod speaker system list is the sound quality. The bass is amazing – this is a very rich, clean sounding system that filled our kitchen with high fidelity. Amazing sound for the size and price.” –Audioholics, September 2008
“When judging iPod speakers docks for the home, there are two major points to consider: sound quality and price. Secondary factors, such as style and extras, also factor into the equation. When judged on these criteria. The Boston Acoustics iDS2 iPod Speaker dock is a terrific success.” –About.com, October 2008
Product Description
for all docking iPods, including 120GB iPod classic, 2nd generation iPod touch and curved screen iPod nano * two 3-1/2″ full-range speakers * 15 watts RMS x 2 * composite video output * high-speed USB connection for pass-through iPod syncing *
Over the past two months I have read reviews for the various ipod speaker docks as well as tested several in stores. I’m not sure you’ll find many comparable to this one, especially in this price range. I agree with the previous review that you will have to adjust the EQ on your ipod to boost the treble otherwise the bass can become overpowering with some types of music. If you’re looking for simple design with surprising sound, this is the one. I owned a portable speaker dock prior to this and ended up parting with it. Although I can’t fold this down and put it in a case to take it wherever I go, the sound quality far outweighs the portable ability.
Very full sound for small speakers…I use it for my Ipod Touch and Classic. It charges them both and can also connect directly to my lap top. At first it lacked a little clarity but when I changed my Ipod’s EQ to treble boost it came to life. Worth every penny.
… it needs improved song navigation controls including a remote that does something more than simply move to the next or previous song.