Kicker iK500 iPod Speaker Dock (Black)

by Kicker

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 8.4 x 8.5 inches ; 9.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 13 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: B0013JBLD2
• Item model number: iK500
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

From the indisputable leader in car audio comes its loudest and most innovative stereo system available for your iPod: the Kicker iK500--designed to be the loudest digital portable system available. For nearly 30 years, Kicker has set the standard in its industry as the dominant car audio brand by producing high-performance equipment that guarantees unbeatable sound quality and hard-hitting bass. Now, Kicker busts out of the car and into the home with the bumping Kicker iK500 Stereo System for iPod.

Maximum volume for your iPod. View larger.

Stereo RCA output and 1/8-inch auxiliary input in back. View larger.

Infrared remote for navigating your music and controlling the iK500.

More Power
One of Kicker's most powerful MP3 docking stations on the market, the iK500 lets you get more out of your MP3 player than ever before. Bass and treble adjustment allow users to enjoy their music the way they want. The big, bumping speakers, five-inch woofers, and 40-watt stereo amplifiers deliver the kind of crisp, powerful sound you expect from a Kicker product. Kicker's patent-pending 6-inch square reflex subwoofer delivers a dynamic bass response unmatched by other MP3 docking stations.

Full-Featured Remote
Equipped for any setting, the iK500 includes a credit-card-size infrared remote, allowing you to navigate with ease through the stereo system menu. The innovative remote lets you adjust the stereo system's bass, treble, and auxiliary-in options, as well as the iPod menu directories. Select standby mode to continue charging your MP3 player even when it's powered down.

Auxiliary Input
A mini-jack input also lets you connect additional media to the stereo system, including other MP3 and compact-disc players, as well as desktop and laptop computers, or satellite radio. With adapters fit for most iPod models, the iK500 delivers a complete entertainment experience. The iK500 is compatible with docking iPods. For other iPods, MP3 players, and audio devices, an auxiliary input jack is provided.

What's in the Box
Kicker iK500 iPod Speaker Dock (Black), remote control, iPod dock adapters, manual.

Product Description

Stereo system for iPod with compatible docking station.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

33 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, May 6, 2008

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Alan C. Hahn (MA USA) - See all my reviews
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Ordered a JBL soundstage ll and returned it after 10 minutes. Wanted it for poolside but the volume outside was pathetic. Might be ok for a small room. The remote, which was supposed to be RF, hence powerful, had to be within 5 ft. of the speaker.

I ordered the Kicker to replace it and was just blown away.

Volume goes to 40 on the dial, but I doubt you'd ever push it past 20. I've got a $1500 stereo system in the living room and this summer the Kicker will make me feel like I brought it outside. The bass is unbelievable! Goes to 50 hz, tight and super defined. Clarity throughtout the audio range. This speaker could serve as a main speaker in your living room for all your music. The remote worked at 20 ft. with instant response. Actually, I didn't try it further, might go 30 ft. Pretty damn good for an infrared. Built in carrying handle, nice wide stable base with rubber ft.
If you want your ipod to fill a huge room or take it outside to blast away at poolside, this is the one for you. I know $300 is a lot of money, but then quality always costs. Truthfully I've only had this a short time so longevity isn't something I can speak to, but Kicker has a great rep in the auto speaker business.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Nice Unit, June 14, 2008

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Charles E. Mitchell "Charles7" (Las Vegas, NM USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kicker iK500 iPod Speaker Dock (Black) (Electronics)

I purchased the Kicker after returning the Altec Lansing IM7 which was freezing my iPod after every few songs. For a small unit the sound is very good. The remote works very well and is easy to use. I find it light weight and easy to transfer in and out of the house. The space area for doing this could be improved as I am only able to grab it with fingers and thumb. The Kicker has separate bass/treble controls although too much bass quickly starts muffling the sound. I have not listened to the other products similar to this, but recommend that Kicker be a serious consideration when choosing a sound dock. I did read that some other units do not have options for treble/bass adjustments.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Holy Cowabunger these speakers are for real, February 18, 2009

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Bruce Weiler (Queens, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kicker iK500 iPod Speaker Dock (Black) (Electronics)

the Ipod speakers blow the Bose I bought previous and returned. They are fantastic and will satisfy all users. I made the right choice.