Review Detail

 
Vers 2x iPod Speaker 2007-10-23 22:52:22 Steven Johnson
Overall rating 
 
4.3
Value (Price vs. Performance) 
 
4.0
Sound Quality 
 
4.0
Style and Design 
 
5.0
Reviewed by Steven Johnson    October 23, 2007

Excellent all the way around

It is clear from the iPod speaker unit, to the remote control and packaging that quality was a top priority for Vers. This attention to detail shows through in the styling design. Almost every other iPod speaker system is plastic and metal and the Vers 2x is constructed from cherry wood. The front grill is removable. When the grill is removed the two black speakers have a very clean look against the grain of the wood.

The remote control is done right. On many of the iPod speaker systems the remote is small and not sturdy. The Vers 2x remote is a good size and easy to operate and will also give you full control of your iPod's menu system. Remote functions: turn the unit on and off, adjust the volume, mute the system, play and pause the iPod, fast forward and rewind, skip or replay a song, access your iPod menu, set the shuffle feature, and choose a play list. I find myself using the scroll wheel to find an album to play. With 50GB of music there is a big list of bands to sort through.

Sound from the speakers is loud and clear. The sound is not as good as the Bose or Bower & Wilkins Zeppelin but the Vers 2x does not have a $300 to $600 price tag. The Vers 2x is as good if not better when compared to other speaker systems in the same price range. For most people the sound is will be great.

Unit controls are simple and easy to access. There is a single white light on top of the unit that indicates whether the unit is on or off. The controls are power on/off, and volume up and down. If you need to change songs, the iPod is right there in the dock.

The Power adapter, auxiliary input, and auxiliary output are underneath. This keeps the cords out of the way and keeps one less hole out of the wood cabinet. If you are going to plug in another device you will need to make sure that the connector cable has a right angle adapter at one end.

Dock Adapters snap into place easily. 7 different dock adapters are available to fit your iPod.

Conclusion
Vers has created a great looking and sounding iPod Speaker system. A full-sized and full-function remote make using the speaker system from across the room much easier. For audiophiles that have $350+ to spend on a system this may not be the unit for you, but for everyone else who is looking for a stylish and good sounding speaker system for less than $200 this may be the unit for you. Available from Amazon, Target and many other retailers.

Overview

Overview
High marks all around for the Vers 2x wood iPod speaker system. It is very easy to set up and operate. The Vers 2x stands out in particular for the design and the all wood case. The craftsmanship is top quality. The Vers 2x puts out good sound, making this an excellent choice for an office, dorm room or any room for that matter. The Vers 2x will not fill a concert hall but we do not think was intended to. The $179 price tag makes it an excellent and affordable option for someone looking for a stylish and well made iPod speaker.

Pros and Cons

Pros
Cool Look and Feel
All Wood
Environmentally Friendly
Great Remote Control
Cons
Sound is not the best at loud volumes.
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