Audio Devices
March 12, 2010
Freakin' Friday! Pioneer Receivers Multi-task
Pioneer's latest 5.1 AV receivers can multi-task to the max. The VSX-520-K and VSX-820-K have Bluetooth capability with optional adapter, are 3D ready with HDMI 1.4 and have a Dolby ProLogic IIz decoder. Both have the "Works with iPhone" capability that allows you to download from iTunes, share with a USB composite video cable and charges your phone at the same time.
Via Pioneer
March 8, 2010
TravelSound i80 Speaker Dock
Creative's TravelSound i80 Speaker Dock for iPod nano 3G is not only cheap inexpensive, it is a handy device for carrying your tunes along with you. It has 4 micro drivers, digital amp, tri-colored LED indicator and lasts about 15 hours before needing a recharge. The dock also has a USB port and wall charger for syncing your iPod and speaker.
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March 4, 2010
Groovy iPod Dock Features Lava Lamp
Far out, dude. This iPod Dock includes a color changing lava lamp that bops to the music. The shiny black device is compatilble with all but the touch iPod with insert adapters and can be used with an MP3 player with included cable. A USB cable is also included in the $100.00 price.
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March 3, 2010
Take a Dip With Soundwave MP3 Player
For water sports lovers, Marinemart has created the Freestyle Audio Soundwave, a waterproof MP3 Player that can handle up to 10 feet of water. With 2GB memory, it is also shockproof, and has EQ presets, FM tuner, MP3/WMA/WMA DRM file support and a pair of waterproof earbuds. The player retails for $89.99.
Via ubergizmo
March 2, 2010
Raremono Radio Doubles As Shortwave
Thanko's Raremono Radio not only plays AM/FM stations, it picks up shortwave signals as well. Attachable by USB, it is compatible with Windows Vista and XP. Accompanying software lets you record audio and the device comes with a stand, antenna and USB cable at a price of $79.00.
Via Audio Cubes
March 1, 2010
Abbee Music System Omits Ads, DJ Chatter
Myine Electronics has produced the Abbee commercial-free Music System that also gets rid of annoying DJ chat. There are two parts to the device, a base stereo speaker system with built-in FM tuner and Music Lock, a portable player that can record songs from the station and holds about 500 tunes. Of course, there is a plus and minus to the system. The good news is that you get rid of the ads and get your music without subscription while the bad news is that you might get parts of the intro of the song clipped.
Via Abbee Music System
February 26, 2010
Freakin' Friday! JVC Kaboom
JVC's Kaboom may look like your basic boombox, but it is actually an iPod dock with USB connection for music stored on a flash drive. The 40 watt RV-NB52 Sound System has twin super woofers, an FM tuner and will also play CDs. The cleverly named device comes with remote and shoulder strap.
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February 24, 2010
Ultimate Ears - Luxurious Listening
Ultimate Ears, a subsidiary of Logitech, is the definitive in luxury for professional and amateur rock stars. Their 18 Pro Custom Monitors have 6 individually tuned speakers, 4-way crossover, dow distortion and triple sound channels. With an optional ambient feature for more isolation, the buds can be special ordered for $1,350.
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Crestron Dock is Wall-Mounted
Crestron combines their CEN-IDOCV Interface with an iPod dock to create a 6 x 4" wall unit. The CEN-IDOCV-DSW gives A/V, USB and Ethernet connectivity throughout an entire house via remote. Available in black or white, the device uses an Apple Authentication chip for faster iTunes browsing and is compatible with 6th generation (and later) iPod classic, and late model iPod nano, iPhone and iPod touch. Contact Crestron for price and compatibility.
Via Crestron
February 19, 2010
Treat Your Pets to 360º Tunes
A farmer claimed that he piped music into his barn as it made his cows happier and they produced more milk. Pet Acoustics has devised My Pet Omnidirectional Speaker that has a 4" drive unit with cone reflector that emits music 360º, the way that they say animals hear it in nature. Recommended for dogs, cats and horses, the speaker will set you back $249.99, a price that would buy a whole lot of kibble. Although the company offers an app for testing the "specially designed" music, we suggest humming to your pets instead.
Via Pet Accoustics
February 16, 2010
Olympus DM-2 and -4 Audio Recorders
Olympus has released two new audio recorders, the DM-2 (4GB) and DM-4 (8GB.) With a 2.2" color LCD and simplified interface, the visual index allows linking images to recorded files. Both can record PCM, MP3 and WMA files and have voice confirmation that can be turned on or off. They also feature DAISY (Digital Accessible Information System) compatibility and rechargeable batteries. The DM-4 has both text to speech and voice recognition. Prices for the audio recorders are $249.99 and $299.99 respectively. Look for them this June.
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February 15, 2010
Sony A/V Receiver Uses Bluetooth/WiFi
Sony has devised a new A/V system. Instead of using Ethernet, the 7.1 channel STR-DN1000 can utilize either Bluetooth or WiFi adapter and wireless speakers or optional transmitter card. Compatible with Blu-ray disc players, PlayStation 3 and other sources, it has 7 HD inputs, 4 of them with "Active Intelligence." Being able to bypass your PC for less $400.00 makes the receiver an even better deal.
Via Sony STR-DN1000 Receiver
February 12, 2010
Feel the Zen With Sound Scape
Can you say Ohhhmmm? The Sound Scape Audio System is a design that can play healing music/sounds (like rainfall or the ocean) through a cut out speaker while an LED projector displays nature images. We can see this one going up in hospital birthing rooms or dental offices that have a tendency towards root canals.
Via Design Launches
February 10, 2010
Versatile FireBall Music Player
The Escient FireBall Network Music Player uses your TV to play your digital music on a home theater system or in different rooms. Supporting PCM, MP3, FLAC, WMA, AAC files, it has built-in 10/100BaseT Ethernet networking; Wired IR, RS232 and an Ethernet port for external interfaces. The ZP-1 features a web interface for remote control and a PDA interface for control via smartphone.
Via Escient
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