Why We Like It
Because this speaker has smooth, crisp sound and a stunning high-gloss finish that will look good in any room of the house.
Summary
Born to rock any room, the Klipsch iGroove HG Speaker in Black is a convenient all-in-one iPod speaker that delivers audiophile-quality sound everywhere you need it. With its stunning high-gloss black finish and class-leading technology, this dynamic performer will turn your iPod into a high-style and high-performance entertainment centre. This speaker works with most iPods as well as any gadget that has an audio out or headphone jack (the Shuffle connects via the J-cup adaptor).
Manufacturers Description
A true two-way system, the Klipsch iGroove HG Speaker in Black gets its dynamic soul courtesy of dual 2.5-inch woofers in a ported enclosure, premium crossover networks and dual 1-inch MicroTractrix Horn-loaded tweeters.
In addition to easily filling a room with smooth, crisp sound, the iGroove HG is also extremely simple to operate. All you have to do is plug it in, pop in an iPod and hit play. The included IR handheld remote handles full system control while the integrated handle makes toting it around a breeze.
Features
Frequency response: 65 Hz – 17 kHz
Crossover frequency: 2.9 kHz
Maximum acoustic output: 98 dB SPL @ 1m
Tweeter: 1.0-inch tweeter
High frequency horn: MicroTractrix Horn
Midrange: 2.5 inch woofer
Amplifier: Class D
Enclosure material: ABS plastic enclosure/dock and remote
Enclosure type: Tuned port
Inputs:
iPod docking connector
Stereo mini auxiliary input
J Cup adaptor (included, uses Mini auxiliary input)
Dimensions: 5.5 x 16 x 6.5 inch
Weight: 4.6 lbs
Features: IR remote, iPod docking station with charger
Similarly to a previous reveiwer, having heard the considerably more expensive Bose equivalent, I was a little apprehensive about how this may sound. However, the sleek, curved appearance is complimented by the exceptional sound quality on offer. With only an on/off button and volume control, this unit is minimalist in the extreme, but is also very stylishly built and compact, the curvature of the speakers resulting in not only a perfect cradle for the iPod, but a well distributed sound, and a beautiful listening experience. If I had to pick any holes in it, I would point to two things. Firstly, the remote control is a little on the small side, and is not terribly responsive, leaving the user requiring a good aim and a firm press. Secondly, regardless of the volume you last stopped the unit at, on restart, it defaults to a fairly high volume setting, whcih can be a little annoying. However, these are minor issues, and I would recommend this as a fantastic low price alternative to the established, but certainly no better Bose units. I for one will stick with this make as they develop, and suggest that you could indeed do a lot worse than plump for one of these.
Look no further
kingfisher75 25 Dec 2009
Having listened to the bose speakers, i was stunned by what i think is superior quality sound on these.
Even on full vol no vibration or tinny sound, recieved as a gift. Best gift i have recieved spot on quality.
awesome in daughters words
ks 3 Sep 2009
I had the last version of this speaker and it wasn't the best sound system I have owned, but I always got on well with Klipsch so I thought I would stay with them. I am pleased I did on this performance. This is a brilliant speaker and has sound quality better than my CD player, which in my experience is quite rare for an iPod dock. There's a very crisp audio and deep bass that I have found even carries through the door of my bedroom and into the lounge without a problem. Thoroughly recommended to anyone looking for that little bit of extra quality from their iPod.
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