LED Twin Spin Portable iPod Speakers with Sound Responsive Light Show

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LED Twin Spin Portable iPod Speakers with Sound Responsive Light Show

Manufacturer: Deals in Motion
ProductGroup: CE

Speaker Systems | MP3 Player Accessories | Portable Audio & Video Accessories | Audio & Video Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
Product Features:

Speakers Connect to any Mp3, iPod, CD Player or Computer

Crystal Clear Sound Quality

Adjustable Sound Sensor Control

Volume Control

4.4" x 3.8" x 5.6"

ASIN: B000WO1LS4

Product Description

This is one of the coolest iPod accessories on the market. Turn the lights off and enjoy the show when you watch the color speakers change colors and go with the beat of the music. This makes a perfect gift for anyone.

Average customer rating:

Delightful but somewhat demanding speaker...

Superstar

Over hyped

gorgeous sound!

Warfdale 8.2

Wharfedale Diamond 8.2 Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Black Ash, Pair)

Manufacturer: Wharfdale
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

Pair of 2-way, ported bookshelf speakers suitable for music, home theater, or PC use

20 to 120 watts recommended power (per channel)

6.5-inch Kevlar woofers, 1-inch silk-dome tweeter for taut bass, lucid midrange frequencies

86 dB sensitivity; 6-ohm impedance

Measures 8.4 x 14.3 x 10.2 inches (W x H x D) each

ASIN: B00005IA30

Product Description

The Diamond 8 series is the result of over three years intensive research and development into virtually every aspect of acoustic design. Firstly, the tweeter in all models is a 25mm textile dome, ferrofluid cooled unit powered with an ultra-strong neodymium magnet for the fastest, most accurate response International Audio Group has ever achieved. Next, the woofer cone is made from a bi-directional KEVLAR weave - self-damping in nature, reducing resonant frequencies to virtually negligible levels. The impetus for rapid movement here, is a dual layer, vented voice coil which transmits the signal information with the highest levels of accuracy. The cone is mounted on a nitrile rubber 'Flexaural surround rim'. A profiled phase plug improves the off-axis performance to project an excellent stereo image across a wide listening area. All the stereo models are front ported to enable positioning close to a back wall. Gold-plated bi-wire terminals are used for connection and you should take advantage of the increase in openness this offers, even if using an amplifier with single connections. The final test though, of any loudspeaker is not how much technology is used in the constituent parts, but how these react together to form a coherent package. It's more about the kind of music synergy that can be created between the various elements to ensure the overall result is much more than the sum of the parts. It is this elusive element, the 'musicality' that separates the Diamond 8 from all the competition and you will not believe the results.

Amazon.com Review

Wharfedale's bookshelf Diamond 8.2 loudspeakers are both built and priced to thrill: with their 6.5-inch Kevlar woofers and silk-dome tweeters, they offer uncommonly luscious sound for their size and market positioning, with remarkably deep bass and smooth, transparent midrange frequencies (critical for voices, acoustic instruments, and even electric guitars). They'd make a super choice for use with hi-fi systems, home theaters, or computer setups, though they're not self-powered like most PC speakers are.

The 8.2s derive some of their low-end heft from their ability to push air from their tuned, front-panel ports. Our listening revealed taut, punchy sound with dramatically smooth midrange frequencies and detailed but never excessive or harsh-sounding treble. So you'll hear all the nuance of sticks on cymbals, but the crashing won't rip your ears off. Fittingly, voices and acoustic instruments sounded especially lush and realistic owing to the 8.2s' beautiful midrange, while the bass ran surprisingly deep for speakers using only a single 6.5-inch woofer each (the rated frequency response is 45 to 20,000 Hz).

The speakers owe a lot of their clarity and openness to their textile tweeters and woven Kevlar woofers. The tweeters are 1-inch silk-dome, ferrofluid-cooled drivers powered by a strong, neodymium magnet for speed and accuracy. Kevlar is said to be self-damping, a fact that would grant the woofers high rigidity and easy movement--a terrific recipe for dynamic sound from even wimpy amplifiers. And, despite their 6-ohm rating, it doesn't take much to make these speakers sing. Anything from 20 watts-per-channel integrated amplifiers to 85 wpc surround receivers will make a good fit, though be warned that the speakers are rated for use only to 120 wpc. For optimal sound, especially if you're biwiring, we'd recommend 40 wpc or above.

An especially choice feature of the 8.2s is their two sets of gold-plated speaker terminals, which let you power each speaker's driver independently if desired, a process known as biwiring. (The speakers come with jumpers to allow standard wiring; remove the jumpers to biwire.) Whether you use separate mono-block amps for each speaker or merely use your receiver's A and B speaker outputs to power the tweeters and woofers, respectively--with set A for the tweeters, set B for the woofers--extra cable required--you'll hear a little extra clarity, openness, and even frequency extension since the amplifier is focused only on a given driver's needs at any given moment. (Think: division of labor.)

The speakers' low end is not as taut or as even as you'd find in a larger or more expensive speaker with additional drivers or more sophisticated engineering--but at this price and at this size, their performance is exceptional. We recommend placement at least one foot from any room boundary, and the closer you can get to putting 3 feet between the 8.2s and your walls, the more natural, in our experience--though the port's front-panel positioning allows closer wall placement than would a rear port.

Each of the speakers in the Diamond 8 line uses the same tweeter and cone material for perfect timbral matching, so you can use the 8.2s for either stereo or surround-sound applications, enlisting the Diamond 8.1s as surround speakers, and the Diamond Center for a center-channel speaker. --Michael Mikesell

Pros:

High value
Genuinely good, balanced sound overall
Attractive design
Excellent midrange reproduction (voices, etc.)
High sensitivity/easily driven
Biwirable for cleaner sound

Cons:

Tiny plastic binding-post inserts difficult to remove

What's in the Box
Two speakers, 2 grilles, self-adhesive rubber "feet" for each speaker, and a user's manual.

Customer Reviews:

Delightful but somewhat demanding speaker..........2006-01-29

For a long time I had a very low opinion of this speaker, having only heard at a friend's house who runs them off a very cheap Pioneer 414 receiver and has them positioned quite poorly. After discussing these speakers on an Internet audio forum (ecoustics dot com) I finally decided to borrow them from my friend for a week and hooked them up to my digital Panasonic sa-xr55 and then to my NAD separates.

VOILA!!! It was really like day and night compared to how they sounded in my friend's living room. Both my Panny and NAD are light years better than his one hundred thirty dollar Pioneer, and these Diamonds blossomed. Excellent imaging, warm lush midrange (vocals), solid bass, and nice big soundstage. In short, they had the presence of an entry-level floorstander but the midrange delicacy of a fine bookshelf speaker. The tweeter was not quite as precise as my Ascend Acoustics speakers' during treble peaks at high volumes (above 90db) but the Ascends are by far the best bang-for-your-buck audiophile speakers out there.

I suspect that a lot of the poor reviews around here came from people with similarly crappy receivers who are relatively new to audio and don't understand proper speaker placement and room acoustics. See, the Diamonds are 6 ohm impedance and low 86db sensitivity so they do need more high quality current than your typical 8 ohm, +90db mass-market speakers.

Note I did not say "watts per channel" since most manufacturers today hideously overinflate their RMS numbers especially for their cheap entry level models. (Harman Kardon, Marantz, and NAD are the most honest; Sony, Onkyo, and Yamaha are the least.)

Another key point is that like most audiophile speakers, these Wharfedales are not deliberately designed to accentuate the bass and treble while rolling off the midrange (the V-shaped equalizer curve commonly found in most kids' systems) like the kind of speakers commonly found in boomboxes and mini-stereos that are aimed at kids who usually listen to rock, rap, and dance music often in compressed MP3 formats or off FM radio. Audiophile speakers are aimed more at people who listen to jazz, classical, instrumental, or vocal-dominated music which all benefit from a more neutral frequency response.

So if you're looking for speakers to blast AC/DC or Snoop Dog, I'd recommend JBL or Cerwin Vega instead. If not, these Wharfedales are an incredible steal at this price and should provide you with years of enjoyment. (You won't enjoy taking the grills on and off but very few people ever do that anyways, so relax.)

Superstar.......2005-08-13

Wharfedale Diamond 8.2 is one of the finest speaker you could get for that price. I have brought three pairs of the 8.2 ...it sound alot better than the B&W which cost $1200.00 a pair. If anyone is looking for a pair of speaker for less than $300.00, don't waste your time shopping...8.2 is the one. TRULY

Over hyped.......2004-01-13

Bought some Diamond 8.2's a few months back. After listening to them with all different types of music and also playing them to friends and family the response was rather negative. These speakers
have a really boomy bass, at some points it was hard to distinguish other sounds over it. I tried turning it up and at points the vocal became disorted and shrill, it also sound very flat and 2 dimensional.When played at low, easy listening levels the musical details are lost by the silk dome tweeter and its overly tame driver.
I dont use these any more as i have bought myself some Bose but i would not recommend them to anyone except those on a very tight budget who are not so fussy about sound quality.

gorgeous sound!.......2003-07-23

Ive been a music producer, record executive, and pop music critic. besides all that i've been a music fanatic since i got my first transistor radio in 1965. i need superb speakers! after shopping around brick and mortar stores, and having been flummoxed by high prices, too many options, and imbecilic sales people i came to Amazon and began reading reviews. then i ordered these fantastic speakers. i cannot over state how happy i am with them. it's just a wonderful experience... even listening to records i have heard thousands of times. i didn't want huge speakers dominating my living room (actually my wife didn't want that), but i NEED a clear vibrant bass sound. i like to hear clean high frequencies, but i don't want shrill fake treble. in the studio, we would use Yamaha NS-10's for the final mix. they offer a completely faithful, no-frills, replication of the recorded music. but they sound was so faithful that it was, well.... boring. these wharfedales are EXCITING. they are ALIVE. despite their small size they have full, warm,. round bass tones. even with my relatively low powered Denon 80 watt amp. one recommendation... plug your speaker wires into the Bass inputs in the rear of the speaker. there are two alternative plugs and when i switched to the bass inputs, the speakers realized their full potential. what a deal, too!

Warfdale 8.2.......2003-04-29

These are great little speakers. The wife didn't want the tower speakers so I "settled" with these little gems. I am not an audiophile, but I really do enjoy the sound of these speakers. For the size, they really do produce a great sound. Highly recommended.

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Quartet VCR Bracket For Television Mounts,13"Wx4"Dx3-1/4"H, Black

Manufacturer: Quartet
ProductGroup: Office Product
Binding: Misc.

TV Mounts | Mounts | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics | Carts | Ceiling Mounts | Stands & Pedestals | Under Counter Mounts | Wall Mounts
Product Features:

Usually Ships the Same Day

Usually Delivered within 24-72 hours

Highest Quality Product

ASIN: B00078VL80

Product Description

U.L. listed bracket holds most standard VCRs and DVD players. Designed to work with Quartet's wall mounts, which are sold separately. Bracket is constructed of steel with black powder-coat finish.

Quartet 87500.

Product Description

Watch TV in Style with Our Elegant Home Theater Furniture Adding a little sophistication to your home theater furniture may sound impossible, but really it's not! Thanks to the Heirloom Cromwell Tall Wide-Screen TV Stand, you'll see pure luxury every time you watch TV. The open shelf is perfect for your DVD player and the four doors hide unsightly media components. The spacious surface was designed to house your wide-screen TV.Made to last for years, this TV cabinet offers exquisite craftsmanship. With carved details, this handsome TV cabinet is durably crafted of solid wood and wood composite. It's sure to add rich luxury to your home theater furniture. Order yours today.

Product Description

mfr: JVC

30 minutes recording time

Specially designed for professional mastering

High-energy magnetic particles

Long-lasting S-UDD binder

Multi-linerar orientation L 4.0 W 2.5 H 1.0

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Cables Unlimited SuperFlat 100ft 18Awg Speaker Wire (AUD-5400-99)

Manufacturer: Cables Unlimited
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $0-$200 - Replacement

Cables Unlimited SuperFlat 25ft 18Awg Speaker Wire (AUD-5400-25)

Cables Unlimited SuperFlat 14Awg Speaker Wire - 100ft

Cables Unlimited SuperFlat 25ft 14Awg Speaker Wire (AUD-5410-25)

Cables Unlimited SuperFlat 18Awg Speaker Wire - 2 Conductor - 50ft

Product Features:

No more pulling wire through walls and attics

Adhesive backed and can be used on almost any smooth clean surface

All you need are scissors and a screwdriver and youre ready to peel and stick

Lifetime Warranty

ASIN: B000GI7IQU

Product Description

Cables Unlimited Superflat speaker wires are adhesive backed and can be used on almost any smooth clean surface. This wire can be simply attached to a surface and left uncovered, or it can be easily covered with paint, wallpaper or floor coverings. No more pulling wire through walls and attics, or using ugly wire mold to hide wire where there is no wall or attic space.

Product Description

NOTICE: These brackets are also available in BLACK, SILVER, or WHITE and in packages of 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 brackets. (Simply click on "Other products by AxisAV" above or click >here <)

Product Features:

Ideal for mounting home theater satellite speakers on walls or ceilings
Supports speakers weighing 8 pounds or less
Made of durable, weather resistant, injection molded fiber resin reinforced polymer
Multiple tilt and swivel pivot points allow perfect directional speaker aiming
Designed to fit all home theater satellite speakers with one threaded mounting hole, two threaded mounting holes or keyhole mounting systems
All mounting hardware is included. There is no need to purchase additional hardware items

Technical Details: Total product length (wall mount applications): 3.25", Total product length (ceiling mount applications): 5.5"

Designed to fit the following brands of home theater satellite speakers: Bose, Denon, Infinity, Insignia, Kenwood, LG, JVC, Onkyo, Panasonic, Philips, Pioneer, Samsung, Sony, Yamaha, Zenith and most other brands of satellite speakers

Included Items: Mounting brackets, ceiling extensions, allen wrench, instruction sheet as well as all adapters and hardware necessary to connect your speakers to the brackets and the brackets to the wall or ceiling

NOTICE: These brackets are also available in BLACK, SILVER, or WHITE and in packages of 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 brackets. (Simply click on "Other products by AxisAV" above or click >here <)

Product Description

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