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iPod Speakers Buying Guide

iPods are great, but they don't let you share your favourite music for all to hear--that's where docking stations come in.  iPod docking stations  come in many shapes and sizes, but they all charge your iPod while playing the music out of speakers larger than the ones in your headphones.   Many find docking stations extremely convenient, and you will too when you see how compact and multi-functional they are.   Use this guide to pick out a docking station of your own and next time, keep all the cables and adapters in your junk drawer where they belong!

Portable Docking Stations

These docking stations are all designed for portability.  They're compact, don't weigh much, and have exceptional sound quality:

iLuv Portble Pod Dock 

  • Convenient carry handle.
  • Excellent sound quality with jAura speaker technology.
  • AC or battery operated.

Mini Portable Folding Speakers for iPod 

  • Speakers fold for optimal compact use.
  • Up to 10hrs continuous play.
  • AC or battery operated.

AltecLansing InMotion Portable iPod Dock 

  • Shock resistant.
  • Dock slides into speakers for travel.
  • AC or battery operated.

Desktop Docking Stations

Desktop docking stations are great for listening to music when you don't have the space for a home stereo.  They're also perfect for university dorms.

Panasonic Desktop iPod Micro System 

  • MP3/CD player, USB port.
  • AM/FM radio.
  • iPod direct docking (playback and charging).
  • D-bass.

Intempo Digital RDI iPod Speaker Dock 

  • Powerful 3-way speakers deliver superior sound quality.
  • 16 AM/FM radio presets.
  • Retractable dock tray.
  • Multi-function remote included.

Logic3 i-Station22 iPod Speaker Dock 

  • Simple controls.
  • Full-range speakers.
  • LED display.
  • Budget-friendly.

Premium Docking Stations

These docking stations are made by the audio industry's top manufacturers.  They are designed to deliver unprecedented sound quality.

Boston Acoustics Horizon Duo-i 

  • BassTrac audio delivers crisp sound at any volume.
  • High-Fidelity sound inputs.
  • AM/FM tuner, alarm clock.
  • Video in/out.

Bose SOUNDDOCK for iPod 

  • Legendary Bose sound clarity and depth.
  • Active electronic equalizer.
  • Simple, easy to operate design.
  • Shielded speakers eliminates interference from other devices.

Klipsch RoomGroove Wireless iPod Speaker 

  • Premium speaker design.
  • Integrates wirelessly with other Klipsch components.
  • Aux audio/video inputs.
  • Deep, room-filling base.

Docking Station Tips

  • If you plan to use batteries instead of AC power, use lithium batteries. 
    • This will yield the longest play time possible.
  • Don't leave your iPod on the dock when its done charging if you don't plan to listen to it.
    • Continuous charging depreciates the battery lifespan.
  • Dock your iPod carefully.
    • Gently press the iPod on the docking cradle as to not bend any of the pins or damage your iPod.

Related Products/Guides

iPod Accessories Buying Guide

Headphones Buying Guide

iPod Cases Buying Guide

Desktop Speakers 

iPods 

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