HoMedics iCush-100 Immersive Audio Sync Massage Seat

by HoMedics

Product Features

• Massage seat syncs sound directly to relaxing massage
• Easily connects to iPods or MP3 players, and even includes an adaptor to connect to gaming consoles
• Features built-in, dual, adjustable aluminum cone speakers
• Designed with three preset programs and a wide variety of adjustable features, such as speed, intensity, and volume
• Measures 18 x 42 x 2.75 inches (flat) and weighs 6.5 pounds

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Part of the HoMedics iMassage line of products, the HoMedics iCush-100 Immersive Audio Sync Massage Seat is the first portable cushion that synchronizes sound directly with massage to allow users to feel the beat of the music or movie.

With built-in adjustable speakers, the HoMedics iCush-100 is a great way to relax at the office.

This massager allows you to "feel" all the action of your favorite video games with the Audio Sync function.

Sit down, plug in, and massage away sore muscles as you listen to music or watch movies.

For gamers, this experience comes alive as turns, crashes, fights, and explosions vibrate muscles in sync with sound, enabling them to feel at one with the game. Sit down, plug in, and get ready to massage away sore muscles as you listen to music, watch movies, and play your favorite video games.

Just plug your iPod or MP3 player right into the iCush, or use the included adapter to connect the massager directly to your TV, Xbox, PlayStation, or similar gaming console. No matter how you link up, the iCush puts you right in the middle of the action. This massager even features built-in dual speakers, so you don't have to wear headphones or rely on your home entertainment system alone. And forget about simply seeing and hearing, now you can feel all your favorite multimedia entertainment in the form of relaxing massage. Games really come to life as the dual, adjustable aluminum cone speakers surround you with sound. Use it with your TV, and watching sports and movies will never be the same. iCush works great with music, too. Whether it's pop, rock, hip hop, or anything else, just turn it on and get ready for an entirely new listening experience. You'll feel every explosion, experience every tackle, and sense every beat of your favorite tunes. Just push the Audio Sync button on the wired remote, and vibes pulse to the rhythms of the sounds.

iCush features three preset programs -- all motors, up and down, or random -- so you can choose how the vibes move when you just want to get the benefits of a solid, relaxing massage. And when you're ready for excitement, just link Audio Sync to the programs for an even wilder ride. The seat also features adjustable intensity, speed, personalized body zones, and volume control. You can even choose audio synched to massage vibes, audio only, massage vibes only, or audio and massage settings. No matter what you desire, the power to customize your entertainment and relaxation rests in your hands. And since the seat is portable, you can take the iCush with you no matter where you wander. The built-in carry handle and storage pouches make transport simple, so you can easily take your iCush to a friend's house and share the Audio Sync experience.

What's in the Box
iCush-100 immersive audio sync massage seat, wired electronic controller, 15-inch wired audio input cord with headphone jack, 80-inch audio input extension cord with volume control, 42-inch RCA extension/connection cord, male-to-male coupler, AC home power adaptor, and instruction manual.

Product Description

Features: Music Sync Â- feel the beat of the music. Plug & Play (works with your MP3. iPod. XBOX or any audio source into our universal audio input). Adjustable aluminum cone speakers for a customized audio experience. Music plays with or without massage. Control the volume through your audio source and the massage & heat through the integrated hand control. 10 powerful massage motors with heat. Wired programmable electronic control with 3 pre-set programs. Adjustable intensity, speed, and personalized body zone control.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 9.8 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000FIQCJ0
• UPC: 031262021267
• Item model number: ICUSH-100
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #177,674 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for X-Box, July 27, 2006

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Allen Starski "Alan Starski" (Washington) - See all my reviews

This review is from: HoMedics iCush-100 Immersive Audio Sync Massage Seat (Health and Beauty)

The only complaint I have about this is that I wish I didn't have to deal with the cord getting caught in the wheels of the office chair I sit in when playing my X-Box. Otherwise it is excellent. Really enhances the gaming experience anywhere where the vibrating controller is a plus. I highly reccommend for sports, war and driving games. Puts you in the middle of the action. I am not a big I-pod user so I have only tried it with my wifes a couple of times. It works and I think would be pretty cool for just sitting in the chair and zoning out to music but the fact that you normally use your I-pod on the go makes me think the gaming link is the biggest reason to buy.

22 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars A gimmick, January 31, 2007

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L. Harris "skytag" (Winter Haven, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: HoMedics iCush-100 Immersive Audio Sync Massage Seat (Health and Beauty)

I tried this in a store once and was really unimpressed. Vibration is not my idea of massage. The speakers were poor in my opinion. Some people may find the game vibrating feature to be cool, but if you're looking for a massager, look into one of HoMedics other massager cushions with motorized balls such as the SMB-200, SMB-300, or QRM-400. They're more expensive, but they're easily worth the difference if you want something to relax you. And for audio, get some good ear buds, headphones, or a real audio system that can really immerse you in sound.

13 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Way better than expected., October 29, 2006

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Susana M. Garcia "suziebee20" (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: HoMedics iCush-100 Immersive Audio Sync Massage Seat (Health and Beauty)

I bought this for my boyfriend, a major gamer, for his birthday. He was totally excited to open it and can't stop thanking me for it. He's only had it for a few days, but he has used it quite a bit.

My first concern was the speaker quality. He says the speakers work really well and was surprised about that since they arn't very big speakers. You can move the speakers around, they go up and down as well as twist a litle to face inward or outward.

The audio sync also works better than I expected. It's not that exciting if you're just watching a show on television, but it's great with video games (We played Lego Star Wars and it vibrated and massaged to the theme song), and I'm sure it would be fun with action movies or games like Halo. It also works well with different types of music. A great way to unwind from a long day would be to sit in it and listen to some Classical music.

Not only does it have the audio sync, but you can also use it as a normal massage chair and it's got 3 speeds, 3 levels of strength, and 3 modes (which sections vibrate at once). The wiring is easy to figure out- even I was able to get it hooked up to test it pretty quickly. You can also control the volume through a little dial on the cord. It even has a little pocket attached to put the remote in while you are using it.

As for downsides. I can't think of any. I think the only issue is that the cord might be too short depending on where you want to use it. It's fine for using in front of the television, but if I wanted to hook it up to the radio, and use it while I was on the computer on the other side of the room, it wouldn't reach. I'm sure you can buy an extension for it if needed.

Overall, I think it's a great product and a wonderful buy. I finally found something to get him that he doesn't already have. Ladies, if your man loves video games but you're not sure which game to buy him or you want to get him something other than a game, this is it! I'm pretty tight about spending money on things like this, but this was worth every penny.