| JBL has a new product to add to its range, | | | | computer is a simple case of plugging your |
| the JBL On Stage II, retailing at around | | | | iPod wall charger into the back of the JBL On |
| 120.00 USD), complete with remote control, | | | | Stage II. |
| looks set to be another well evolved step | | | | |
| forward in personal sounds in conjunction | | | | The majority of surfaces represent no problem |
| with the iPod. Available in black or white, | | | | with this machine since it has grippy rubber |
| powerful and compact, this high performance | | | | feet. An auxiliary audio input cable is also |
| iPod sound system is also able to accommodate | | | | supplied as standard. |
| numerous other types of MP3 player. Circular | | | | |
| in shape, with a round hole in the middle | | | | Strong neodymium magnets drive each of the |
| (this donut shape providing surprisingly even | | | | four aluminum-domed transducers, enabling the |
| 360 degree sound), as with most docking | | | | full spectrum of sounds, from deep bass to |
| stations this multitalented machine attaches | | | | the sharp, high pitches. |
| with media devices at its centre. A powerful | | | | |
| volume and clear, crisp JBL sounds can be | | | | The graphic equalization is computer |
| selected with the remote control at up to 50m | | | | controlled. High levels of sound output are |
| away, as well as through walls. Apart from | | | | not a problem since specific compression |
| the iPod shuffle, pretty much all iPod models | | | | technology is amply administered. |
| are able to dock with this device, including | | | | |
| nano, mini and 5G forms available. | | | | The nitty gritty details are: |
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| A stereo mini jack connection means that you | | | | Power output is at 6 Watts for each channel |
| are able to relish top quality sounds from a | | | | |
| host of other devices like desktop computers, | | | | Frequency response is 80Hz-20Hz |
| laptops, CD and MP3 players. | | | | |
| | | | Input impedance is less than 5k ohms |
| Controls are simple, the volume, mute mode | | | | |
| and other system functions are all modified | | | | Signal-to-nose ratio is less than 80dB |
| with simple touches on pads. The level of the | | | | |
| volume is remembered if a system shut down | | | | Voltage input of 120V AC U.S. (100V AC |
| happens. | | | | Japanese, 230V AC Europe) |
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| Being small and compact this device is easily | | | | Overall weight is 450g |
| transportable and lightweight. | | | | |
| | | | Dimensions: 175mm diameter, 50mm height |
| OnePoint iPod connectors enable a connection | | | | |
| with your computer. When the standard iPod | | | | So, although not able to compete with the |
| cable is attached to the back of the JBL On | | | | vastly powerful and highest quality home |
| Stage II your iPod will not just be docking, | | | | theater system speakers, or even 300 USD iPod |
| but also recharging and synchronizing. | | | | speaker systems, the JBL On Stage II holds |
| | | | its own in its price bracket with value and |
| Charging your iPod when not connected to the | | | | great music quality. |