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    Bluetooth Soundbar for Laptop this thing looks awesome

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by LVNeptune, May 30, 2011.

  1. LVNeptune

    LVNeptune Notebook Virtuoso

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    soundmatters | foxL - The first pocket-sized music system good enough for audio purists

    I am probably going to pick this up, 97db @ .5mW ...Not even sure how this is possible.

    It can be powered via USB and also has a rechargable battery built-in. It has RAVING reviews everywhere. I am sure the audio quality far surpasses our built-in speakers :)

    Now, if this works, my whole issue with the optical port causing onboard speakers to phail will be moot because I will just be using external speakers.
     
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    skygunner27 A Genuine Child of Zion

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    It does look nice. I'd need to demo it in person to take the plunge. How much does it cost?
    Thanks for sharing +1 rep.
     
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    I bought several of these portable speakers when they were being cleared out by Creative Labs (~$8). If you can find some they would serve you well for just about any purpose except for the true "audiophile" junkie.

    Amazon.com: Creative TravelDock 900 Docking Speaker: Electronics

    These are quite good speakers as I've mentioned. They handle bass pretty well for such small speakers. Honestly I bought these because they handle basses well so I'm not sure what people are complaining about. Bass sounds like you have a sub with you and it's clear. I'm skeptical of the reviews on amazon because I have several of these and love them.

    The volume does go up pretty high, enough for a good size backyard or pool session. So again, I'm not sure why people are complaining why it isn't too loud. For this size it's LOUD. I run mines on rechargeable batteries but as reviews as stated when the batteries start running low the sound will suffer with cracks and volume adjustments. On 4 1000maH batteries it'll last you for a while before the juice runs out.

    Regardless of the reviews, these speaker dock are exceptionally good if you can still find any around. I have not tested any other docks or replacements for this model as I'm quite happy and have stocked up on them for the future (they're that good). I like my sound, you're good with this model :)
     
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    They don't list the THD rating which is actually against FTC regulations when selling speakers...If they don't put it up they can be fined :)
     
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