Speakal iPanda 2.1 Stereo iPod Docking Station with 5 Speakers
Price: $129.99
Product Features:
- Plays: iPod mini; iPod shuffle 1G, 2G; iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G; iPod classic 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, 5.5G, 6G; iPod touch 1G, 2G; iPhone 1G, 3G
- Plays and charges: iPod mini; iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G; iPod classic 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, 5.5G, 6G; iPod touch 1G, 2G; iPhone 1G, 3G
- 25-Watt, 2.1-channel stereo sound with four speakers and a 15-Watt subwoofer
- Touch control allows controlling the speaker’s output by gently touching the ears
- 3.5-mm auxiliary input for use with external devices; remote control included
Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description With great sound and a cute, catchy design, the iPanda iPod speaker system is sure to please the eyes and ears. The new iPanda is compact in size but packs a real punch with 25 Watts of 2.1-channel sound. It includes patented Touch technology that lets you change the volume by touching the panda’s “ears.” The iPanda is the perfect music buddy for all occasions, with five speakers positioned for maximum sound separation and distribution. A 15-Watt Subwoofer and Bass Reflex Technology ensure solid bass tones, and a 3.5-mm auxiliary input jack is perfect for connecting iPod shuffles, TVs, gaming consoles, or other music sources. Great sound and a cute, catchy design. Click to enlarge. Gently touch the right ear of the iPanda to raise the volume, and the left ear to lower it. Click to enlarge. The perfect friend for any room. Includes full-featured remote. Click to enlarge. Highly Compatible The iPanda is compatible with most Apple iPods. Plus, thanks to the auxiliary input, it also works with MP3 and MP4 players, portable game consoles (PSP, Nintendo DS), gaming consoles (PS2, PS3, Wii, Xbox, Xbox360), portable and non portable CD and DVD players, televisions, personal computers (desktop and laptops), and mobile phones with audio-playing capabilities. Humanized Touch Volume Control Gently touch the right ear of the iPanda to raise the volume, and touch the Left one to lower the volume. This technology will react only to the human touch. High-Quality Sound The iPanda boasts a high-fidelity amplifier, an interior dynamic airflow optimizer, and an interior dynamic cooling exchange system with high sound stabilization to consistently deliver a clear and powerful sound. iPod Docking Station Dock your compatible iPod, charge it, and listen to your music without interruption. Plus, you still can enjoy music from other devices, like the iPod shuffle, via the 3.5-mm input connector. Infra-Red Remote Control Remote control included to browse through the different iPod features and to control the speaker’s volume, treble, and bass. Smiley Lit Mouth Each time a command is sent through the remote or when touching the ears, the light will blink as a confirmation of the command received. It also indicates whether the speaker system is on or off. Bring on the Bass Control the level of Bass output from the knob control in the back of the iPanda. Enjoy deep bass in a small package. Crank up the volume, and then place your hand in front of the mouth–you’ll feel it. 360 Degrees Sound Spreading The shape and the technical placement of the 5 speakers gracing the iPanda, along with the use of sound diffusers, allows a 360 degree distribution for good sound anywhere in the room. Standard Mini Jack A 3.5-mm stereo audio-in connection enables you to connect the system with other audio and gaming devices. GREEN and RoHS Compliant Speakal products are made using environment-friendly, non-hazardous materials. Multi Cradles The system is designed to fit your iPod with the correct dock insert. What’s in the Box Speakal iPanda, remote control, AC adapter, 3.5-mm auxiliary cable, dock adapters
Speakal iPanda 2.1 Stereo iPod Docking Station with 5 Speakers
My 7 YO granddaughter received an iPod for her birthday last year, but wasn’t using it as much as we would like. We soon figured out the reason was because it’s hard to charge on the laptop, and because she couldn’t easily share her music with her friends. I thought a docking station with speakers might be a good option for her, and the iPanda is oh so cute for a little girl. So I got it for her for Christmas.
It worked out great: very easy for her to use (her iPod is always charged now) and she uses it constantly. But the unexpected part was the sound quality. I was expecting it to be lower quality, since this product looks like it’s geared toward children. I was wrong. It sounds FAR better than I expected. Now her parents “borrow” it for their iPods and it fills the house with music when cranked up. What a shock – good bass tones and crisp, clean treble. I highly recommend this docking station!
I use this ipanda with my iPhone 3G and run Pandora, It works GREAT. I had some trouble at first. Now, I turn on the power slide switch located on the back of the ipanda. Then, place my iphone into the connector. I do not use any of the adaptors that fit around the connector. My iphone will automatically turn on, and the airplane message will flash on the screen. I ignore it, do not give any answer, and it will go away. My iphone will stay connected to my wifi and will charge my iphone. I select the Pandora icon, and Pandora will begin to play through the ipanda, with great sound. I can reach my iphone home button when I need to. The iphone will charge while connected. I use Wonderadio also, to listen to radio stations. When finished, I lift off the iphone, and turn off the ipanda by sliding the power button on the back to the off position. This is a small speaker system with plenty of volume and great sound at a reasonable price. Works reliable with the iPhone 3G in the way I describe. Perfect. Do not hesitate to get this ipanda, you will be very happy with it. Simple to attach and use. Easy to change volume by touching the ears. There is a remote to easily change bass and treble levels. I looked at ipig and iboo also, but am happy I got the ipanda. Very well made, solid, excellent sound and charges your iphone. SUPER GREAT.
I had the remote fail on me after three weeks only. I changed the battery, but other than that I don’t see what might have caused this.
I am still using the iPanda, but it’s uncomfortable to deal with the iPod controls directly.
Also, as my hand is above the iPanda’s ears (while controlling the iPod), the volume gets modified, usually leaving it at a very loud level, which is another annoying thing.
Would not recommend to friends to buy this.
Got one as a Mothers Day present for my wife and I have been playing with it all day at the office. I am really tempted to keep it here, but alas it must go home for the nursery. Great product and much nicer all around than I was expecting.
I got the iPanda 2.1 for my wife and 6 yo daughter because they both adore pandas. This is our first iPod dock and it works fine with my daughter’s 4th generation iPod w/o needing an adaptor. A small remote control is used to adjust the volume, treble and bass levels and for program selection.
This is not a toy but a piece of good quality audio equipment and I think it’s priced right for what it does. It is well built and its appearance belies its performance. As for its size/weight, it is a bit smaller and a lot light than a bowling ball as it does have some heft. We all love that the volume can be adjusted by simply touching the iPanda’s ears, which is much preferred over using the tiny remote. Because of its small size, the remote is very busy so it can be difficult to find the right button for the specific function you need to perform and you do need the remote whenever you want to change what you’re listening to and for some other operations.
The sound quality is OK but I do not consider it high fidelity. For me, there’s something missing in the sound quality, maybe a crispness or brightness as the music seems to come across a bit on the muted side. But even though it’s not perfect, it looks great when it’s playing and it sounds mostly good to my ears. Most important though is that both my wife and daughter are extremely pleased with it so that’s what counts most to me.
These Speakal iPod docks are definitely worth considering if a novel looking iPod dock that can produce satisfying bass and reasonably good treble w/o breaking the bank is something you’re looking for.
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