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Bose SoundDock® (Black) Docking Station for Apple iPod
Bose SoundDock® (Black) Docking Station for Apple iPod

Consumer Rating


Price Range
$269 - $299

Product Description

The Bose® SoundDock® digital music system was specifically designed to expand and enhance your enjoyment of the music stored on your iPod®, iPod photo, iPod mini or iPod nano. Just slip it into the docking cradle for the Bose sound your favorite songs deserve. The iPod charges as it plays, so you enjoy music without interruption. Its sleek, slender design fits almost any room’s décor. And the included remote lets you control the SoundDock system from across the room.



The Bose SoundDock Docking Station for the iPod --- An Exemplary Digital Music System
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Written By
three_ster

Date Written
Nov 20 2006

Summary

The reason so many people have taken a liking to the iPod, is that it is so portable. I like them myself too, writing about the F
ourth
Generation 20GB iPod that I use. Sometimes though, you want music, but don't want...

Strength

sound is amazing, impressive looking and compact, easy to set-up and use, high-powered remote

Weakness

a little expensive

Bottom Line

This is a great system packed with a lot of power, and an exemplary level of quality sound and output no matter what the music type.

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Bose SoundDock Docking Station for iPod: What Do I Need My Stereo System For?
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Written By
AliventiAsylum

Date Written
Sep 12 2005

Summary

One thing I used to love to do was take all the songs I liked in my record and CD collection on create tapes - and later CDs - of them in random order. When I got my iPod last winter, I was thrilled as this meant I didn’t really have to do that any...

Strength

sound is rich & clear, great look and size

Weakness

can't work the iPod via remote, remote could easily be lost

Bottom Line

Bose has brought it's trademark sound to the most popular MP3 technology on the market and created a replacement for most bulky stereo systems.

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This Dock Has The Rx For Your iPod!
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Written By
lllopez

Date Written
Jan 07 2007

Summary

Let’s face it, iPods are here to stay. I would dare say that if many of us lost our trusty music companions, we would replace them in a New York Minute. Frankly I take mine everywhere from the car, in my briefcase, luggage and until just recently...

Strength

Exceptional iPod Accessory, Shielded Speakers, Charges iPod Battery!

Weakness

No Input for other Mp3 or audio devices?

Bottom Line

The Bose Sound Dock I is a natural next step for iPod aficionados who want to extend their use fixed into the home or as a travel companion.

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Wow! Just Wow!
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Written By
gamblin_man

Date Written
Jun 12 2007

Summary

We are in the process of moving our extensive CD collection from the Panasonic jukebox to the computer and thence to our 30 GB iPod. We are planning a move to the other coast of America in August and a three to four week auto trip to get there. When we...

Strength

Small and really great sound reproduction for the iPod

Weakness

Kind of expensive - unless it is a fit for you

Bottom Line

If you like your music, have it on your iPod, and want to share, this one will make others jealous.

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Some BOSE for your APPLE
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Written By
elbigjim

Date Written
Mar 20 2007

Summary

I've heard about the BOSE Sound Dock, I've seen it on TV, seen it at Best Buy, seen it advertised in magazines and even been to a BOSE Store and played with it. That's when I knew I had to have it. I happen to have my iPOD with me when I went to the...

Strength

Great sound, Easy to use, Charges iPOD and great LOOK.

Weakness

The CRADLE area is loose and doesn't hold the iPOD firmly.

Bottom Line

BOSE has a great reputation for sound in home and in car. Try it, you will love it.

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It is a thing of beauty, but it could be better!
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Written By
scotiaguy

Date Written
Dec 04 2007

Summary

Why Did we buy this? My wife and I made a conscious decision to decision to tidy our lives up a bit, and so we decided to get rid of our large seperate Hi-Fi system, as well as the large amount of vinyl, and CD's we possessed. To facilitate...

Strength

Sound Quality, Ease of set-up & use

Weakness

Only compatible with I-pod. Cant control I-pod functions via the remote.

Bottom Line

For those committed to I-pods already, buy it.
If you use another MP3 player, consider the Wave system as a possible (albeit more costly) better featured alternative.

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Great Sound Comes in Small Packages
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Written By
hawksnst

Date Written
Sep 08 2007

Summary

This Bose SoundDock was not the first sound system I purchased for my Ipod but it will be the last. I wanted something for my office that would allow me to fill my office with sufficient sound to enjoy (and to provide some sound masking) but not...

Strength

Small, great sound, wonderful highs, rich mid-tones. Bass is good but not overwhelming. Love it!

Weakness

Wish it were more portable or had ability to play AM/FM or even Sat radio.

Bottom Line

An excellent stereo sound in a fairly compact package. Great quality from Bose, as usual!

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Bodacious Bose
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Written By
missykg

Date Written
Apr 08 2007

Summary

I expected the sound to be crisp, clear and "Bose-like", but having said that - this product has exceeded my expectations. Let me explain: The first Bose product I owned were the in-ear headphones for my iPod. I was blown away by the sound...

Strength

Bose quality sound
No noise distortion no matter volume
Charges the iPod while in use

Weakness

No equalizer controls
Remote only works in current playlist
Pretty spendy (but worth it)

Bottom Line

Splurge and treat yourself to the SoundDock. You won't be disappointed!

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B -eats O-ther S-ound E-quipment
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Written By
free_peace_swe

Date Written
Jul 14 2006

Summary

The Bose SoundDock is a smart, stylish sound system for your ipod. The look of this piece of kit is smart, It looks very stylish. Available in black to match your ipod (white is also available). The Design is arched which allows for the sound to be...

Strength

Smart and stylish

Weakness

Lack of USB connection and AUX port

Bottom Line

One of the best sounding ipod speakers out there

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Excellent sound and easy to use
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Written By
cardijake

Date Written
Mar 05 2007

Summary

This sound system sounds like a larger premium system! I love it. It is easy to use and charges the ipod. The small size is wonderful to use in any room. I put it on my desk right by my laptop and use it everyday. The ipod docks easily and there are...

Strength

Size, easy to use and sound

Weakness

None

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