Do you like your trips to be musical? But headphones just don’t have enough? Well, donât worry! A new breed of portable speakers is out in the market which sounds a lot more dynamic than the old school tiny models. These devices can be plugged into iPods, MP3 players, and laptops. They provide enough sound to fill a medium-sized room. Feast your eyes on the 10 most exciting portable speaker systems:
1. Altec Lansing inMotion iM7
This $250 portable, battery-powered system wonât fit in your suitcase but it’ll definitely blow your brains out with its powerful sound. It features a white plastic body covered by silver metal grills on the unitâs surface. Width is 16.75â and 6.25â in diameter, tube shaped and weighing about 10.6 pounds (including the batteries and an iPod). The iM7âs most unique feature is its iPod cradle, and it works with any dock-connector iPod (3G, 4G, photo and mini). If you have any issues with your iM7, call 800-258-3288 to arrange an exchange.
2. Sonic Impact i-Fusion
Priced at $149.99, this is the ultimate speaker system for the iPod. It has a 2 channel stereo output and 5 different adapters to allow for 3rd, 4th and 5th generation iPods to fit in the docking area. The i-Fusion is shaped like a little suitcase. The outside of the speaker cabinet is constructed of a blue or greenish gray hard canvas material. The package contains speakers, 5 adapter sleeves, stereo cable, AC adapter, a manual and quickstart guide.
3. LG Portable Stereo Speakers MSP-100
The LG Portable Stereo Speakers MSP-100, priced at $59.99, proves for good that size doesn’t matter. The light, 2.7-ounce LG MSP-100 is about as small as a speaker system could be. It measures only 3.5 by 1.7 by 0.8 inches when folded, with a length of 6.4 inches when flipped open. It has a rechargeable internal battery, metallic chassis available in black and silver.
4. Logitech mm50 Portable Speakers for iPod
This one-piece glossy white plastic and metal-grilled system has four-driver portable speaker system with balanced, low-distortion sound, remote control, carrying case and an internal rechargeable battery. And all that comes at the price of $149.99. It’s compatible with iPod 3G, 4G/color/photo, mini, nano, 1G/2G and shuffle.
5. Altec Lansing inMotion im500
The Altec Lansing inMotion IM500 is a very thin yet durable and solid product that is built for mobility, and thanks to its ultra thin body it can be squeezed inside a purse or briefcase, or even a wide jacket pocket. At $129.95, this black plastic body equipment has a charcoal-gray metal speaker grille and is designed specifically for the iPod Nano. It weighs 12 ounces and measures 8.5 by 5 by 0.7 inches.
6. Logitech PlayGear Amp
The PlayGear Amp looks like a typical iPod speaker set. It’s powered by AAA batteries or an AC adaptor. This little speaker set delivers blasting sound, which can easily fill a room or small sized hall. It comes in its own black soft sided travel case and included in the package is the PlayGear Amp, the accessories, including adaptor cables, the AC adaptor and PSP attachment. The price is $99.
7. Altec Lansing inMotion iM4
This tiny, portable, battery-operated stereo system lets you share the sounds at home and on the go. Runs on four AA batteries, has dual inputs allowing you to connect two audio players simultaneously. Weighs 28 ounces, width is 10.25″, depth is 5.3″ and height is1″. At $100, the iM4’s price is fitting.
8. Creative TravelSound Zen V Portable Speakers
The $129, TravelSound Zen V portable speakers by Creative offers a compact design, a handy remote, and will charge the player while plugged in. The speaker runs with or without batteries (included AC adaptor). Also features a retractable antenna for the built-in FM tuner.
9. Bushnell TravelTunes for iPod
The Bushnell TravelTunes Portable Speakers for iPod is a portable, rugged, weather resistant unit with a built-in handle-cum-kickstand. The unit offers good, balanced music playback and comes with a remote control. It runs on eight C batteries which are not included in the package. The dimensions are 14x7x3.5 inches and it comes at a price of $169.99.
10. Logitech mm32
The Logitech mm32 is a rounded, tube shaped portable speaker system with four audio drivers arrayed in a straight line. It is compatible with all iPods. There are compartments for 4 AA sized batteries, providing 10 hours of playback. It costs only $80.
