SpeckTone Retro iPod Speaker System (Black)

by Speck

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 17 x 10 x 8 inches ; 10 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 10 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FV9320
• Item model number: ST-BLK-RETRO-875912001281
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Enjoy a cool, crisp sound while adding to your bedroom's laid-back feel with the SpeckTone Retro iPod speaker system from Speck Products. The system's primary appeal stems from its sleek and stylish mod design, which consists of a high-gloss lacquered black wood cabinet, a backlit "green glow" volume knob, and a housing that looks straight out of a '50s hipster catalog. But there's far more to the Retro system than looks, as it also includes a built-in iPod docking station that accepts virtually all "dockable" iPods, including the iPod 4G, iPod video, iPod photo, iPod mini, and iPod nano. As a result, you can charge and play your iPod at the same time. The system's auxiliary input, meanwhile, works with older iPods and other digital media players, including personal CD players, MP3 players, and any other device with a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Audio-wise, the Retro boasts analog circuitry, a pair of 3-inch drivers, and a 4-inch bottom subwoofer that combine to deliver a rich, dynamic sound with uncompromising quality. Other details include the ability to accommodate many iPod protective cases, a total power output of 28 watts, and a set of angled legs with soft rubber strips to prevent slipping. An ideal tabletop system for the bedroom, office, or kitchen, the SpeckTone Retro measures 14 by 5 by 6.5 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a 90- day warranty.

What's in the Box
SpeckTone Retro speaker system, AC adapter, two matching skins (for iPod video and nano), black foam spacer, warranty card, user's manual.

Product Description

Listen to your iPod at home with this exceptional speaker system that accepts virtually all dockable iPods. All 4th generation, 5th generation (with video), mini, and nano iPod can be placed in and played thru the SpeckTone Retro dock connector. iPod Shuffle can be plugged in thru the AUX input jack on the back of the SpeckTone Retro You can even play non-dock compatible digital media players using the mini input plug connector. So enjoy listening to your iPod music at home. The Specktone Retro delivers dynamic, rich sound with uncompromising quality. Backlit 'green glow' volume knob - The green light indicates that the power switch on the back of the SpeckTone Retro is in the ON position iPod charges while in dock - Retro's power switch must be in the ON position for the iPod to receive a charge Speck's SKINTIGHT cases (included- for nano & 5th gen video iPods) allow you to use the SpeckTone Retro without removing the case. For 5th gen iPods- flip back the bottom flap and dock your iPod. For iPod nano- just plug the nano with case into the dock connector Speck 90-Day Warranty

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars very stylish, January 9, 2007

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D. I. G. Kreuzer-Plank - See all my reviews
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This review is from: SpeckTone Retro iPod Speaker System (Black) (Electronics)

this speaker rocks! it is very stylish (which ment a lot to me ;) ) and the sound is great. i actually wasn't expecting such a great sound!

1.0 out of 5 stars got my money back, November 20, 2011

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robwhart - See all my reviews

This review is from: SpeckTone Retro iPod Speaker System (Black) (Electronics)

I loved the look of this, but I had 2 different models that broke within weeks. After I shipped the 2nd one back to Speck they lost it and just refunded me the cash. A friend of mine had the same problem. Speck stopped producing them because they are great looking but don't last.

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't buy it., November 3, 2011

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Geckojoe - See all my reviews

This review is from: SpeckTone Retro iPod Speaker System (Black) (Electronics)

I bought three of these at the same time when they were $99. The volume knob on two of them went bad after a couple of months. The sound quality is ok. But I get a good bit of distortion at moderate volume levels. They look retro cool, but they are not a good product.