Altec Lansing iM600 USB Charging Portable Speaker System with FM Receiver for iPod Black
April 7, 2009 by DigiBliss
With its well-regarded inMotion system, Altec Lansing has raised the bar again with the iM600USB, offering full play and chargeability for all iPod models with a 30-pin connector. Featuring a myriad of exciting technologies, the iM600USB offers big, crystal-clear sound, and it folds up compactly for easy portability.
|
With Expanded Sound Stage technology, the speakers sound further apart than they really are for a bigger soundstage. View larger. View Remote. |
Superior Sound in a Small Package
Employing dual two-inch neodymium drivers that are optimized for high-frequency sound, the iM600USB offers unmatched musicality and clarity. Despite its compact size, the bass is punchy and has good extension, and with Altec Lansing’s Expanded Sound Stage (ESS) technology, the speakers will sound further apart than they actually are, for a greater stereophonic image.
Elegant Design Matches the iPod
The iM600USB sports a distinctive thin and elegant glossy-black look. A spring-loaded button deploys the speaker’s stand and reveals the iPod dock, power button, and volume controls.
Your iPod perches front and center, resting at an angle to display the current track information and album art while recharging. If your iPod model has the alarm clock and sleep timer features, they will work seamlessly with the iM600USB.
Various docking adapters are included, making the iM600USB compatible with most iPods. Also, an auxiliary input lets you connect any CD, DVD, or MP3 player using a stereo mini-plug.
Built-in FM Tuner
If you get bored with the songs on your iPod, the iM600USB has a built-in FM tuner, letting you listen to your favorite music and talk radio. Near the top of the unit is an LCD that displays the current FM frequency; buttons on top provide tuning controls. The tuner also features a memory for four presets and a telescoping antenna for better reception.
Change the Music from Across the Room
A small remote control is included, letting you change the musical selection from across the room. A storage slot built into the system itself makes it easy to store the remote, preventing you from losing it behind couch cushions and other inconvenient places.
Take Your Music To-Go
With a compact size that folds closed to a mere 11 x 1.7 x 6 inches (W x D x H), and weighing only 2.1 pounds, the iM600USB is easy to take with you to the beach, on vacation, or wherever you else you’re going. The built-in rechargeable Li-Ion battery lets you listen to more than 7 hours of continuous play. An AC adapter is included for connected listening and recharging the battery.
The Altec Lansing iM600USB is backed by a one-year warranty.
What’s in the Box
iM600USB speaker system, wireless remote, iPod docking adapters, power supply, user’s guide and quick connect instructions.
|
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Great sound, protable and charges 4G Nano
Sounds great and charges my 4G Nano. Just the right size for great sound and portability. I take it with me in my suitcase every week.
3 Stars Dock doesn’t work with my IPOD classic
The IM600USB I purchased through Amazon is a very nice product. The sound quality is excellent. However, on the down side, it doesn’t seem to support my IPOD classic 30GB (must be too early a generation). The AUX input works fine for both my classic IPOD and my IPOD shuffle. The FM is pretty clear if the antenna is extended fully. There are some annoying buzzing/static sounds that sometimes come from the speakers probably due to interference with something nearby. I am disappointed that my IPOD is not supported but I guess I need to buy a more recent IPOD to enjoy the docking function. Otherwise, the AUX input will have to do for now.
4 Stars Great little ipod dock
Picked this up so I could use it at work. I use it as a speaker system for my slacker G1. I like the L-ion rechargeable battery. It doesn’t last 7 hours at full volume. I had to charge it up during breaks to get it to last the shift.
The sound is quite good. It doesn’t have thunderous bass but that’s OK. It makes up for it in other areas. Pleasent midrange and treble. Never sounds shreiky or harsh. I work in an automobile assembly plant and it plays loud enough for me to hear it.
It also is a nice looking unit. It’s lightweight and because of it’s compact size it fits rather nicely in a padded zipper case that I can carry into work.
The FM radio is a nice feature. Reception is terrible in the plant. Comes with a little remote control. Would have been nice if there was someplace snug to secure the remote. You can close it up in the base but when you open it up, it just falls out.
I should mention that this piece is value priced. You get a very nice portable speaker system without emptying out your wallet. I like that.
All in all, I am very happy with my purchase and don’t plan to look for a replacement any time soon. For me, that’s saying a lot.
5 Stars Great Sound!
This has great sound and is so compact for travel. I have a Bose sounddock also and this is comparable and less than half the price. Very pleased with it.
3 Stars Great for IPOD, so so for FM
I just sent my 2d IM600USB back to Amazon. I had no IPOD issues,even with the nano G4. I really wanted the FM option. The FM radio option did not work at an acceptable level on either unit, outdoors included. My $20.00 boom box does a much better FM radio.
Comments
Feel free to leave a comment...
and oh, if you want a pic to show with your comment, go get a gravatar!