Most other iPod speaker systems place the iPod between the speaker units, effectively dulling the vibration the iPod experiences. One strange note on the design: we wonder if it is a good idea to mount the iPod, with a spinning hard drive, in front of a speaker blasting out sound waves. The SoundDock is compatible with any dock connector iPod, including the iPod Photo and iPod Mini. The iPod is fitted in the top-holding slot in front of the speaker body, which is surrounded by one or two inserts, depending on your iPod model. The speaker system does not look like a speaker, which adds elegance for those among us who don’t want all of our gear to be immediately identifiable. When the iPod is not docked, the SoundDock looks like any other bookshelf speaker and blends seamlessly with the surroundings. Out of the box, you get the SoundDock unit, remote, power cord, and dock inserts. That means that it will fit on most coffee tables or shallow bookshelves. The entire unit measures 6.5″ high by 12″ wide by 6.5″ deep. The SoundDock is designed around space-saving simplicity. Bose brings a familiar consumer name to the playing field with the SoundDock.
While most compact audio shelf systems offer a sound input connector, the lure of custom, matching iPod-specific speakers and headphones has created a sub-industry between the iPod and traditional audio markets. Since the iPod comfortably sits on the lion’s share of the hard drive based MP3 player market, manufacturers have been scrambling to offer the best custom add-ons for the popular audio player. But for those reasons, even audiophiles may want to give the SoundDock a try. If you are an audiophile, chances are you use MP3s solely for the portability and convenience factors. To audiophiles, Bose is an overpriced alternative with comparatively mediocre sound. In a way, it’s the perfect match for the iPod: simplicity over customizing. Among casual consumers, Bose represents assured quality without the need to know the technical tidbits behind the scenes. The SoundDock is Bose’s attempt to impress iPod owners who are looking for a convenient docking solution without sacrificing style and sound.
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