iLive ITP100B Two Channel Bar Speaker System with Docking and Recharging Station for iPhone and iPod (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I am using this as a speaker bar for my home theater system that is on my covered deck. I wanted something I could use for my I-Pod as well as amplify sound for my projection TV. I also wanted something I could easily mount on a wall in a small space that I had available.
This works with both my 2nd and 3rd generation I-Pod Touch. It has red/white RCA plugs where I have audio input from my Direct TV box.
Even at higher volumes the sound is great with no significant distortions. The sound is full with without a tinny quality. Bass is not very full but I would not expect it to be.
When buying this unit I was looking for multi-functionality. This unit will mainly be used for playing tunes during parties and for sporting event sound. If I was doing more movies and needed more theater sound for I would have gone with a Vizo sound bar that I have seen/heard at one of the warehouse stores. Update 11/28/2010
I have been using this for almost 5 months now
I'm still pleased with overall function and sound quality.
I have not attempted to 'max out' the volume but for my deck (which is 16x25 feet) this provides more than enough volume.
Again I want to stress that if you are looking for high quality sound for a home theater where movies are being played consider a different sound bar. This unit provides great sound for general music and sports -- it does not provide good base.
However for such a small speaker it does provide good general sound and good amplification with out hissing or a tinny quality.
For my purposes this is an excellent product at a very good price.

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Experience rockin' 2-channel audio from iPhone and iPod, FM radio, and other audio devices. Easily connect a TV, satellite/cable receiver, DVD player, game console, computer, and MP3 player. Dynamic stereo speakers make your movies and music come to life. Open up the world of iPhone and iPod to your TV. Connect iPhone and iPod and enjoy videos and photos on your television. Play your music library or simply charge your iPhone or iPod.

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Gpx IT209B 3.1 Channel Home Music System with Ipod Review

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(More customer reviews)I ordered this because my TV sound seemed to be off. The room I have the TV in is always being used during the day by our toddlers, so surround sound was not an option. I mainly bought it because the TV sound wasn't projecting voices in movies very well, but picked up the music fine, so if you turned up the tv to hear the conversation, you got your ears blown off when music came on.
Problem solved. This speaker system works wonders for sound. It is crisp, clear, and balanced. Best of all it is easy to use. I really have not used it for the ipod docking station at this time. This speaker packs a lot of punch too. I have it set fairly low, and it reaches really far. Movies are better, TV is better as well.
Pros:
Inexpensive (relatively compared to what I have seen in stores)
Easy to install
Great Sound
Cons:
The remote seems to be limited in range or sluggish to respond - I have replaced the batteries, etc
The antenna that comes with the bar, has a limited length of cord, so I can't really get it to where it picks up a good signal
Its pretty wide and takes up the entire width of my TV stand. If you have a smaller TV or TV stand, this may be a little too long/wide for you.

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iLive IT209B 3.1 Channel Speaker System with Docking & Recharging for iPodCertified iPod Connector installed for iPod docking; Recharge Circuit foriPod/mini/nano/photo/video; Includes Brackets to fitiPod players.Features:* 3.1-Channel Speaker System* SRS TruSurround XT with simulated 5.1 effect* Built-In Subwoofer* Digital Tune AM/FM Stereo Radio* White Backlit LCD Display* Digital Clock with Timer* Sleep Timer Function* Video Out Jack for iPod photo & video versions, RCA type* S-Video Output Jack for iPod photo & video versions* Subwoofer Output Jack* 2 x AV Input Jacks* Line-In jack for other Audio Players, 3.5mm* Aux-In jack for other Audio Players* Full-Function Remote Control* AM Loop & FM Wire Antennas

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iLive 2.1 Channel Speaker Bar with Dock for iPhone and iPod (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)For this review I expected a good small footprint sound bar for a bedroom.
I got this sound bar at work because I wanted something better than TV stereo but nothing too crazy. This sound bar has good audio quality and even has decent bass and treble settings
It looks nice with blue lit buttons and a blue lit front display that dims when not in use. The iPod drawer is automatic and you don't have to press to release like many others. It can wall mount using two hinges that you screw into the wall and attach to a rail on the back.
By now you probably know that this product has no IR code for universal remotes. You should also know that the remote it comes with isn't great either. It seems like it only works well when you are directly in front of the sound bar and not too far off to the side. Also, it would seem a higher than normal percentage of these are DOA and don't power on for very long before dying. Just be aware and have it exchanged if yours smells like burnt plastic when you turn it on.
Pros:
-good sound
-ipod charger/player
-ipod video out to TV
-looks good
-easy to wall mount
Cons:
-high rate of DOA
-no IR code
-sucky remoteTrevsource

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Enhance your home entertainment experience with this impressive 2.1 channel speaker bar from iLive. Speaker is 30 inches long and docs iPhone and iPod with a motorized, docking station drawer. Features an AM/FM alarm clock with gradual wake to radio, iPhone or iPod. Includes a full-feature remote control. Comes with mounting hardware and directions.

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Philips AmbiSound Home Theater Sound Bar with Integrated 1080p-Upscaling DVD/MP3 Player, HTS8100/37 Review

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(More customer reviews)Always a tricky one when reviewing something which sounds great, but doesnt really do what it says on the tin.
I read a few reviews on the Phillips sound bar and decide to go for it rather than the Yahama, due to its inclusion of an upscaling DVD player being built in.
My house just doesnt lend itself well to placing 5 speakers, particularly rears, so I thought what the heck I'll try this.
The audio quality is excellent, deep bass (not quite sharp enough with movies on normal settings but that can be fixed by tweaking the audion settings and cranking the treble)and a huge array of different pre set movie and audio settings to suit your ear.
But as far as virtual Surround Sound capability goes...there isnt any as far as I can tell. I've tried various DVD's with scenes I know bring in the rear speakers on full systems and there is no distinguishable surround effect.
Disappointing really, although I have to say I still love the overall sound when its cranked up, it really booms out.
So if you want a boost to your TV sound and have a beautiful looking sound bar with built in DVD (and it does look awesome), you cant go far wrong. But if you are thinking you can change the laws of physics and have surround sound without rear speakers, think again, cause this just doesnt work!

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Sometimes the quest for home surround sound is as ignominious as seeking the holy grail. Where do you place all those speakers? Do you have to reshape the room? Philips engineers have tackled that problem. They've managed to take the output from 5 distinct channel amplifiers and placed them in a single speaker called a Soundbar. Within the soundbar, speakers are angled to provide a realistic audio environment that literally emulates sound as if it's coming from all sides. It's 5.1 surround without the mess! In addition to the latest audio technology, the Ambisound system is only five inches thick and can be easily mounted onto a wall underneath an existing Flat-TV. The simple, yet elegant design enhances the décor of any home theater space, regardless of the room layout or design. The center console is designed to be mounted on a wall or resting on a stand. For maximum audio quality and clarity, the Ambisound system features a 3-band equalizer and DoubleBASS deep bass performance, creating a smooth cross over between sounds. The speakers feature soft dome tweeters for increased clarity and clear voice performance and are designed for maximum efficiency for full midrange performance. Additionally, users will enjoy the Smart Surround feature, which automatically ensures correct surround sound settings whether a movie or music is playing. Though not exactly 5.1 channel sound, The HTS8100 uses a host of technologies including array processing, precise driver positioning and psycho-acoustic innovation to achieve the full surround sound performance that is 5.1 channel compatible. Auxiliary input ports Subwoofer Only five-inches thick, the Ambisound SoundBar provides a stylish system with amplifier and a DVD player all in a single sophisticated design Philips advanced Sonowave surround SonoWave surround sound technology is compatible with all 5.1 channel surround-sound sources, such as DVDs, SACDs

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Coby DVD988 DVD Home Theater Soundbar System (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)OK ! If you're like me, you read all of the reviews to get a sense of whether or not the item would suit your needs.
While reading the reviews, I noticed that a couple of people said that the DVD player stopped working also mentioned was a remote not working.
With that said, here is my take:
The batteries that came with it for the remote were dead.
Once I put in fresh batteries the remote worked just fine.
I bought this unit mainly for the sound and I was very happily surprised how good it is.
The sound is rich and clear. It sounds better than some units costing more than twice as much.
Seriously; This unit is worth much more than the selling price.
Amazingly this unit even have a USB port and a card reader along with a AM/FM Radio and DVD player.
Setup is a breeze. The unit is hefty and very well made.
I never thought that I could get such a great unit for such an extremely low price.
If you buy this unit. You will not be disappointed.
BTW: Someone rated this unit as 1 star due to shipping issues, which brought the overall rating down.
Shipping issues has nothing whatsoever to do with the unit itself and should not have been posted here in the reviews section.

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Coby DVD988 DVD home theater soundbar system, slot-loading progressive scan DVD player, DVD,DVD R/RW, and JPEG compatible, plays digital media files directly from USB drives and SD/MMC cards, Dolby Pro Logic surround sound technology, integrated digital AM/FM tuner with 40-station preset memory, optical digital, and analog AV outputs for home theater use, virtual surround sound system with 300W total output power, black

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PYLE 6-Way 300 Watt Multi-Source Wall Mounted Sound Bar - PSBM200 Review

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(More customer reviews)Awesome
I just received this item about four hours ago, hooked it to my 46" LCD TV and my Western Digital WD TV HD Media Player and the sound is just great.
Pros: Many: It looks like it was built with quality in mind. Sound is just great. I watched the movie Avatar from a USB hard drive which is connected to the WD TV Media Player and what a difference it makes going from the TV speakers to this sound bar. Can play MP3 files from USB drives as well SD card; I recorded some music to an SD card and to an USB flash drive and it played both of them flawlessly and one can even shuffle the music. I also connected my MP3 player through the sound bar's 3.5 MM connection and, again, no issues.
Cons: My main negative is no HDMI; of course that's the reason for the low price, so I cannot complain. A little larger and heavier than what I expected.
Will edit this review as I spend more time with this sound bar, but for such a low price you can't go wrong.

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This 300-watt Pyle soundbar envelops any room in rich, full sound. It's all contained in one package - an FM radio, USB and SD card inputs for MP3s, and three stereo RCA inputs for plenty of ways to get your favorite music rocking. It's all housed in a piano black finish painted wooden case with a beautiful blue backlight LCD display that will add new life to your home entertainment system. The sound is generated by two 4 Inchwoofers flanking four 3 Inchfull-range speakers - for deep, punchy bass, and rich mids and highs. SRS 3D technology enhances your sound for a bigger soundstage. Adjust the volume and select the input using the built-in controls, or use the included wireless remote control, An integrated wall mount allows you to easily attach this soundbar to the wall.

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iLive IHT3817DT Studio Series Speaker Dock with 2.1 Channel Sound System and Remote Control for iPod (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)My intent in implementing iLive IHT3817DT-IB 2.1 Soundbar was to supplant the built in speakers of my plasma TV as the TV speaker's sound was thin at best. The iLive Soundbar was integrated into a setup where the broadcast TV tuner of the plasma TV would drive the audio to the Soundbar. I also integrated iLive Soundbar where cable TV was derived from a Verizon set-top box via FiOS service. The Verizon set-top box drives the audio to the iLive Soundbar. I had intended to use one of the remotes to control all three devices so that programming could be done on one remote control.
The integration revealed three weaknesses in design of the iLive Soundbar:
1. The RCA input connections are facing downward on the Soundbar in a position that requires 90 degree angle adapters to be used in order to properly hide the wiring behind the Soundbar when it is mounted to a wall. This increases the total implemented cost.
2. The iLive remote control does not have an infrared code available to program other remote control devices that are capable of controlling multiple devices. In essence, your stuck using the iLive remote along with other remote controls to accommodate multiple devices.
3. The iLive IHT3817DT-IB 2.1 Soundbar does not have an adapter fitting for third generation iPOD devices. Third generation iPOD devices can be used without the adapter fitting, but the connection is fragile and is prone to damage if the iPOD is bumped while inserted on the mating connector.
On the positive side, the iLive IHT3817DT-IB 2.1 Soundbar strengths are good quality sound, sleek look and simple mounting scheme.
I was able to work around the remote control problems by using a Harmony 880 universal remote control. These are costly but allow programming without the need for infrared code.

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Jump to the next generation of iPod speaker sound with the iLive IHT3817DT 2.1-channel system, which not only offers a topnotch audio performance, but also a host of connectivity options for other audio and video devices. The unit starts with a built-in iPod docking station, which works with the iPod 3G, iPod 4G (click wheel), iPod photo 4G, iPod video 5G and 5.5G, iPod mini, iPod shuffle, and iPod nano 1G and 2G. Thanks to the docking station, you can play, charge, and sync your iPod all at once, no extra cords required. The sound, meanwhile, is guaranteed to impress thanks to the pair of full-range stereo speakers and dual subwoofers, which provide a far broader and more robust audio range than most systems in the iPod category. Add in True 3D and SRS TruBass audio enhancements and you have a great system for watching movies in addition to listening to music. The speakers are even magnetically shielded, so they won't interfere with the picture when placed near a TV.
Other than the wide-ranging speaker system, the IHT3817DT's most distinguishing feature is its variety of inputs and outputs. The unit includes four A/V inputs--two RCA and two S-video--along with a traditional L/R audio input and a 3.5 mm auxiliary input. As a result, you can hook up a host of audio and video devices to the speaker system, including a portable MP3 player, full-size CD player, DVD player, satellite receiver, camcorder, and more. At the same time, the system offers composite and S-video output jacks, so you can connect your iPod video or photo to a TV and view your pictures and videos on the big screen. Unlike most iPod speaker setups, the IHT3817DT can actually function as a comprehensive entertainment system, with cables running to most of your audio and video devices.
Other details include a digital AM/FM stereo with station presets for easy channel surfing; a backlit LCD display with a clock, alarm, and sleep timer; several preset equalizer settings; a headphone jack for private listening; a motorized iPod docking drawer; a full-feature remote control; and a mini-USB jack for PC communication (includes USB cable). The IHT3817DT, which is wall-mountable (includes hardware), measures 34.2 by 9.8 by 7 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a 90-day warranty.
What's in the Box IHT3817DT speaker system, remote control, remote batteries, USB cable, audio line-in cable, mounting hardware, built-in cord, user's manual.

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iLive 2.1-Channel Speaker Bar with iPod Dock (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this against my better judgement after reading a few reviews that this product works really well for a short period of time but then just stops working. That is exactly what happened to us. I even looked at it and played with it at Target before purchasing online and it seemed decent enough for the price. My 14 year old daughter begged me for it. The first one I bought lasted 3 weeks, I exchanged it for another and that one stopped after 1 week. Do not buy!

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