Kicker iK500 iPod Speaker Dock

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Notable Features:

Loud, high quality sound
Easy to use controls
Awesome design

Speaker Overview:

From the indisputable leader in car audio comes its loudest and most innovative stereo system available for your iPod: the Kicker iK501--designed to be the loudest digital portable system available.

For nearly 30 years, Kicker has set the standard in its industry as the dominant car audio brand by producing high performance equipment that guarantees unbeatable sound quality and hard-hitting bass. Now, Kicker busts out of the car and into the home with the bumping Kicker iK500 Stereo System for iPod.

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Speaker Details & Features

From the indisputable leader in car audio comes its loudest and most innovative stereo system available for your iPod: the Kicker iK500--designed to be the loudest digital portable system available. For nearly 30 years, Kicker has set the standard in its industry as the dominant car audio brand by producing high-performance equipment that guarantees unbeatable sound quality and hard-hitting bass. Now, Kicker busts out of the car and into the home with the bumping Kicker iK500 Stereo System for iPod.

More Power

One of Kicker's most powerful MP3 docking stations on the market, the iK500 lets you get more out of your MP3 player than ever before. Bass and treble adjustment allow users to enjoy their music the way they want. The big, bumping speakers, five-inch woofers, and 40-watt stereo amplifiers deliver the kind of crisp, powerful sound you expect from a Kicker product. Kicker's patent-pending 6-inch square reflex subwoofer delivers a dynamic bass response unmatched by other MP3 docking stations.

Full-Featured Remote
Equipped for any setting, the iK500 includes a credit-card-size infrared remote, allowing you to navigate with ease through the stereo system menu. The innovative remote lets you adjust the stereo system's bass, treble, and auxiliary-in options, as well as the iPod menu directories. Select standby mode to continue charging your MP3 player even when it's powered down.

Auxiliary Input
A mini-jack input also lets you connect additional media to the stereo system, including other MP3 and compact-disc players, as well as desktop and laptop computers, or satellite radio. With adapters fit for most iPod models, the iK500 delivers a complete entertainment experience. The iK500 is compatible with docking iPods. For other iPods, MP3 players, and audio devices, an auxiliary input jack is provided.

What's in the Box

Kicker iK500 iPod Speaker Dock (Black), remote control, iPod dock adapters, manual.

Product Description
powered speaker system for docking iPods * 40 watts total power (20 watts x 2) * two speakers with 5" woofers and 3/4" tweeters * back-firing 6" square passive radiator to enhance bass * remote control *

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Editor review

Kicker iK500 iPod Speaker Dock 2008-11-28 21:14:16 Steven Johnson

Overall rating		4.3
Value (Price vs. Performance)		4.0
Sound Quality		5.0
Style and Design		4.0

Reviewed by Steven Johnson November 28, 2008

Kicker iK500: Incredible Sound and Then Some

I had seen all the quotes about how good the sound was and how loud it gets and I have to say the iKick lived up to the hype.

The unit was very easy to unpack and set up. Just unbox it add the correct iPod dock adapter plug it in and go. You are all set to disturb your neighbors.

Volume and Sound Control
The controls are simple a single dial on the front allows you to adjust the volume, bass, and treble. Nothing fancy just the controls you need.

Inputs and Outputs
The inputs and outputs are limited. A single auxiliary input for a cd player or other mp3 play and a single left/right stereo output. It might be nice to see an S-video output but we get the feeling the iKick500 was designed to play music and play music well. Which it does.

Remote Control
Again a simple and well designed remote control. You have access to volume, mute, song forward and song replay. The remote also has full access to the iPod which is a big plus. The remote has a good size to and fits well in your hand.

Cons
There are not really many cons except the power options. Currently the only option is to use wall power. It would be nice to a rechargeable battery added to make a portable version.

Summary
All in all the iKick has the premium sound to fill up any room or outdoor area. This unit will give the Bose a run for its money and looks much cooler than the SoundDock.

Overview

The iKick500 by Kicker has incredible sound and is very easy to operate. This is iPod speaker system will be great to use pool side, in doors, and any where you need some volume.

Pros and Cons

Pros

Very Very Loud
Great Sound
Cool Design

Cons

Will not run on batteries

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Average user rating from: 1 user(s)

Overall rating		4.7
Value (Price vs. Performance)		4.0 (1)
Sound Quality		5.0 (1)
Style and Design		5.0 (1)

Kicker iK500 iPod Speaker Dock 2009-01-12 21:32:07 lynden stevenson

Overall rating		4.7
Value (Price vs. Performance)		4.0
Sound Quality		5.0
Style and Design		5.0

Reviewed by lynden stevenson January 12, 2009

Kicker ik500 speakers

I purchased these speakers at xmas time and love them. Great sound. Easy to transport and very loud.

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Features

Price (MSRP):

$249.95

Manufacturer:

Kicker

Model:

iK500 iPod Speakers

Weight:

9.00 lbs

Features:

Play and Charge

Works With:

Remote:

Remote Control Included

Colors Available:

Black

System Type:

Power Options

Power Source:

Power Cord

Input / Output Features

Inputs:

Auxillary In for MP3/CD players

Outputs:

Auxillary Out

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