DLO iBoom Boombox for iPod White

by DLO

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 12 x 8 inches ; 7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7.5 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0006ZACJ8
• Item model number: 009-2020
• Batteries: 6 D batteries required.
• Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The DLO iBoom is the first iPod-compatible boombox. It is specifically designed for the iPod and iPod mini. Simply drop your iPodd device into the iBoom loading dock, hit play and enjoy your music through the boombox. The iBoom is a 20-watt per channel, four-speaker boombox system with a built-in digital FM radio. With the iBoom, you can transform your iPod personal audio device into an entertainment system. All your great tunes can be played through this compact, powerful player for everyone's listening enjoyment.

The DLO iBoom features a convenient, built-in handle for portability and an auxillary input jack. The unit can be powered through the included AC adapter or six D batteries (not included). When plugged in, the DLO iBoom is not only AC powered, but it also charges the docked iPod.

Product Description

Here comes the Boom! DLO is bringing the digital age to the classic boom box with the iBoom. The DLO iBoom is a 20 watts per channel, four-speaker boom box system with built-in FM radio. Simply drop iPod or iPod Mini into the iBoom dock, hit play and enjoy the most powerful, portable speaker solution available. iBoom features a built-in handle, auxiliary input jack, and is powered via an included AC adapter or 6 D batteries (not included). While under AC power, the iBoom charges the iPod. Works with all 3G, 4G, iPod mini and iPod+HP with dock connector. iPod mini insert included.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

64 of 68 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Should only cost $89 - poor design and quality, June 1, 2005

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D. Kieser (Atlanta) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DLO iBoom Boombox for iPod White (Electronics)

I bought the iBoom for $149 (Target) and the InMotion for $109 (Sams)and compared the two side by side. The Inmotion sounded better (crisp and clean with adequate bass) and the iBoom sounded hollow and slightly muffled. I also noticed a distinct static or hissing sound when the iBoom was played at lower volume and in between songs. None from the InMotion. Also, I noticed how cheap the iBoom's plastic housing and control knobs were. They resembled those of a child's toy. My intention was to purchase the iBoom to use on the deck and at the beach, but I was curious about the InMotion and I am impressed. I hope DLO gets their act together and improves these silly design issues. I would only pay $149 if :

better speakers (clarity)
detachable AC cord
Higher quality housing and knobs
include a remote control

I will be returning the iBoom tomorrow and keeping the InMotion. I don't think the InMotion is perfect. It's not designed to be carryed around like a boombox. My primary need is to use on the deck, hotel, and at the beach.

I can't believe Sony, Sharp, JVC or any of the others haven't designed some form of Ipod compatible boom box....come on guys you're missing $$$$$$.

Hope this is helpful.

28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Do. Not. Buy. This. Ever. Never. Never., February 1, 2005

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Kingsley (New Orleans, LA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: DLO iBoom Boombox for iPod White (Electronics)

I went to the electronics store with my mind set on the Altec Lansing InMotion. But oh, how I was lead astray by the "helpful" salespeople that brought me to this. I liked it because it had a radio; InMotion does not, and I do like the radio sometimes. It sounded pretty great in the big, huge store... So I ditched my plan and went for it.

I brought it home and I wanted to cry. It sounded horrible in my bedroom. It was FUZZY. On the box it says that there will be some noise/fuzz/a bit of static/whatever when the iPod is switching songs, but I found that this static happened even during the songs, and was especially noticable when the volume was turned down; the fuzz distracts from any musical enjoyment. I couldn't listen to my music down low; it only sounded halfway decent when it was turned up full-blast.

Bottom line: it is way over-priced for what it is. Maybe I would understand if it were 50 bucks. But it's not.

I didn't give it back to the store... I gave it to my kid brother. I guess he's not as picky about sound quality as I am, or you should be. Don't buy this. As for me, it's back to my FM transmitter and my old trusty stereo, for now.

30 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Serves purpose--needs better battery/cord compartment design, March 14, 2005

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Sharon (Grand Rapids, Michigan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: DLO iBoom Boombox for iPod White (Electronics)

The iBoom has acceptable sound--good enough for a hotel room or a camper. The volume can be fairly loud but it sounds poor when turned to the maximum volume.

Reception of FM stations in my area is quite good.

I agree with a prior reviewer about the battery/electrical cord compartment design. It's the biggest drawback of this unit. The electrical cord will not detach and it must be tucked tightly into the back of the battery compartment before you can insert the batteries. If you need to use the electrical cord, the batteries must be removed to access it.