Product Details

• Brand: Altec Lansing
• Model: IM5
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: 2.20 pounds

Features

• Compatibility: iPod nano 1G; iPod mini; iPod 3G, 4G, 5G, 5.5G
• Highly efficient Class D amplifier delivers more than 24 hours of continuous playback with four AA batteries (not included)
• Superior MaxxBass technology for quality bass without a subwoofer
• Built in iPod docking station for data transfer and iPod recharging
• Compact design folds to close for convenient mobility--folds to 8.4 x 2.1 x 3.8 inches (WxDxH)

Amazon.com Product Description
An amplified extension of your iPod, the Altec Lansing iM5 portable speaker system lets you enjoy your favorite iPod playlists out loud, making it a hit at backyard barbecues, in the dorm room, and just about anywhere else. The compact, lightweight system is built for portability, with an easy-to-carry body that measures a mere 8.4 by 3.8 by 2.1 inches (W x H x D) when folded. More importantly, it produces surprisingly powerful, room-filling sound, with crisp, elegant highs and a MaxxBass system to round out the bass. And thanks to the iM5's built- in charging station, your iPod will be fully juiced each time you remove it from the dock.

Other details include an advanced digital amplifier that delivers more than 24 hours of battery life (requires four AA batteries), a 3.5 mm auxiliary input for a second device such as a portable CD player or DVD player, and a protective carrying bag for traveling. The iM5--which is compatible with the 3G iPod with touch wheel, the 4G iPod with click wheel, the iPod nano, and the iPod mini--weighs 20 ounces and is backed by a one-year warranty.

What's in the Box
iM5 speaker system, 3.5 mm stereo cable, iPod docking adapters, universal power supply with international plug set, protective carrying bag, quick connect instructions, user's manual.

From the Manufacturer
This shock-resistant little powerhouse delivers surprisingly powerful, room-filling sound. Perfect for your bedroom, kitchen, hotel room or dorm room, the inMotion iM5 fits, syncs and charges all iPod models with dock connector except the iPod nano.

Features:

• Compact and lightweight foldable design for easy use just about anywhere
• Crystal-clear sound
• Extended hours of battery use
• Superior MaxxBass technology for quality bass without a subwoofer
• Built-in iPod docking station for data transfer and recharge

• Advanced Class D amplifier for maximum power and more than 24 hours of battery life (4 AA batteries, not included)
• Input jack for second device connection
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 8.4 x 2.1 x 3.8 in./213 x 54 x 96 mm (closed)
• Weight: 20 oz./570 g

What's in the Box
inMotion iM5 mobile audio dock, Universal power supply with international plug set, 3.5 mm stereo cable, iPod docking adapters, Protective carry bag, User's guide and guick connect instructions

iPod Compatibility
iPod nano 1G, iPod mini, iPod 3G, iPod 4G (Clickwheel), iPod Color, iPod 5G/5.5G Video

Customer Reviews

A Good Speaker, But Has Durability Issues
Overall, this is a great speaker system. Bass is strong for its size, midtones are good, and there is excellent treble. The speakers work better with my iPod, rather than other things connected via the AUX IN jack (ie CD player and other mp3 players). I think it might optimize the equalizer for the speakers on the iPod, because the bass does not sound as distorted and the high notes are crisper with the iPod as opposed to another player. I like the ability to attach other devices and a subwoofer to these too. However, they are not the most rugged speakers. I took them to the beach on vacation, and just from the salt in the air, the mesh on the speakers began to corrode and now I have brown speckles all over my speakers. Also, I think because I live in Colorado and the air is so dry, the rubber grips on the bottom and the rubber flap that covers the ports on the back are beginning to dry out and crumble. Otherwise, they are great speakers.

Great speakers!
I already had the bose speakers that cost me many times more than these speakers did. Nevertheless, I am comparing these speakers with Bose speakers. I am wondering why I ever bought the Bose speakers. These speakers deliver the same quality of sound at fraction of the price! I read the reviews but did not believe that these speakers could be that good, but they are. If you have plenty of money to throw around, sure go ahead and buy the Bose speakers, but if you are a bit careful about your money then these speakers will satisfy you just the same. Do note that I am a Bose fan. I have plenty of Bose products that I have bought over the years, but for iPod speakers I recommend these speakers.

Okay at first, aged quickly
I have had mine for 15 months, and it is going downhill fast. It interjects popping sounds. I have done many tests to isolate the source and it is definitely the Altec device. So, now 15 months later, I have to throw it out.