Bose Sound Dock - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Three iPod speakers get put to the test

Pros: Remote control, powers iPod when in use, excellent sound.

Cons: DC power only, no headphone jack, no dock port for syncing to a Mac, no audio in.

Verdict: Time to sync iPod away from SoundDock

Review summary: iPod speaker system lacks features but offers impressive sound quality for its size.

Pros: Great sound for the size, easy to set up and use, useful remote control

Cons: Can't sync with your Mac when docked, no auxiliary input, works only with dockable iPods, expensive

Verdict: As the market for Apple's iPod-and thus iPod accessories-has exploded, some of the biggest names in computer and home audio have responded with speaker systems specifically made for the iPod (and, just as significantly, incompatible with other ...

Review summary: First impressions count for a lot in this world, and by that standard, Bose's new SoundDock ($299) iPod-matching speaker system is undeniably attractive. Combining the heft and sound of a Bose Wave Radio with the styling and general functionality of ...

Pros: Second-best iPod-matching speakers we've tested to date on sound quality, featuring rich, clear sound out of the box and clean design. Great remote control included for purchase price

Cons: Price is substantially higher than all iPod-matching competitors, size, weight, and lack of battery option preclude use as truly portable speaker system, can't dock with computer

Verdict: I bought one of these the day they cam out & it's incredible. It fills the entire house with crisp, clear music

Review summary: We had high expections (okay, maybe not) when we heard about the Bose SoundDock, yet another speaker system for iPods (save the first and second gen models) and iPod minis that also charges your player. CNET rather likes the player, though; it filled ...

Pros: The Bose SoundDock is simple to set up and use ; attractive design ; sounds good compared to other iPod speakers ; charges iPod while docked ; includes basic remote

Cons: Expensive ; works only with iPods (and iPod Minis) equipped with a docking connector

Verdict: If you don't mind the high price and lack of an auxiliary input, the Bose SoundDock will turn your iPod into a nice bedroom or office stereo system.