JBL On Stage B Speakers for iPod Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)The B model is an updated version of the original On Stage, and now includes connections for the Nano & Video iPods.I don't see a need for the remote control which comes with the more costly On Stage II.
I bought the JBL On Stage over a year ago for $110 (the current price should be lower) in order to have portable sound when travelling. Some pre-2006 units had a defective chip, but this one worked flawlessly out of the box. Never had a problem with it. The sound is very good for the compact size -- surprisingly good bass response -- but still keep in mind that this is a portable speaker set, not a high-fidelity home stereo component. Surprisingly loud volume for such a small unit -- plenty to fill a hotel room. By now, adapters for all the iPods should be included -- for my unit, JBL mailed me free one for my 4G 30GB (request via their website). The separate AC power supply is rather heavy and bulky (to supply enough power to drive loud volume), but still portable. I do not see the justification for buying the newer, more-costly On Stage II model unless you're desperate for a remote control.

PLUS:
- good sound quality
- small size, portable
- easy to use, logical controls and functions
- good ergonomics and styling
- charges iPod
MINUS:
- HEAVY AC power supply (included). A 6 watt unit takes a lot of power to pump out so much volume, so it draws a lot of juice (no batteries, folks.)

NET: I like and highly recommend this unit. Shop around, pricing varies quite a bit.

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Product Description:
Get clear, crisp sound straight from your MP3 player with this docking speaker system.
Features:

Docking speaker system compatible with iPod and iPod Mini (not with iPod Photo)
Four aluminum domed Odyssey drivers provide rich, full-bodied sound
Easy-to-use touch volume control, with mute and unmute functions
Charges iPod using wall charger or computer connection
Drivers: Four Odyssey Neodymium drivers
Power output: 6 watts per channel
Frequency response: 80Hz - 20kHz
Input impedance: >5k ohms
Signal-to-noise ratio: >80dB
Voltage input: 120 Vac U.S. (100 Vac Japanese, 230 Vac Europe optional)
Includes: JBL On Stage, wall adapter, iPod adapters, audio cable and user's manual

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