iPod speakers make your iPod a much more versatile music player. If you have the right speakers, you can enjoy music better and also make your listen to music. What’s more, you can even use your iPod in parties you throw!
iPod speakers come in two types: portable and home models. Portable models are very small and can be carried around. These do not need an external power supply. On the other hand, home models are bigger and need to be plugged into an AC outlet.
Portable models only weight slightly more than the iPod itself. When compared to ordinary computer speakers, portable iPod speakers usually have better quality and clarity. On the other hand, home speakers are much better than portable ones in terms of loudness and clarity of music.
Here are some of the best iPod speakers available in the market today:
iBoom iPod speakers:
These are manufactured by a company called DLO. These speakers come with a built-in handle, AUX port and a slot to accommodate your iPod. iBoom speakers can be run using six D batteries or AC power. When connected to AC power, it will be charge the iPod. Design wise, the iBoom iPod speakers are excellently designed.
Altec Lansing inMotion iM3:
These speakers are available in two colors: Apple white and black. The speakers weigh only 15 ounces and are only slightly bigger than the iPod. Sound quality wise, these speakers are excellent with a range of pitches and lowest bass. These speakers make use of a Class-D amplifier which produces rich output. In terms of battery life, these batteries are very good. They last almost 24 hours on just 4 AA batteries.
Apple’s Hi-Fi iPod speakers: [These have been discontinued]
When Apple released the iPod in 2001, it was primarily meant for listening through the headphones. No Apple-branded speakers were available then. However, third-party companies started manufacturing iPod speakers and so Apple couldn’t resist. It launched its own Hi-Fi iPod speakers.
Apple launched its speakers in 2006. These are priced at $349, costly but of high quality. Apple’s Hi-Fi iPod speakers are well designed and provide excellent sound quality. These are available in Apple white color. These speakers weigh 15 ounces and are comparatively bigger than other iPod portable speakers available in the market. These speakers can be powered using both DC batteries and AC power. These speakers also come with a remote control and built-in handles for carrying around easily.
These are the best speakers in the market right now. But then again, trends do change and there will be better ones available sooner or later. However, before buying iPod speakers always read user reviews.