Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #806 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Intempo
• Model: IDS05B
• Released on: 2007-05-17

The Independent; October 07
How good is it? With two crisp-sounding treble speakers flanking your iPod (any model will fit in the dock, naturally), and a mini bass woofer chugging away at the back, the iDS-05 can cope with anything from Ed Harcourt to happy hardcore. Why would you spend more? There are some really high-quality systems availabke from luxury brands such as Bose, but this little black box makes paying top dollar for a dock unnecessary.

Manufacturer's Description
Sound it out! Intempo's latest iPod speaker is sleek, sexy and all about the music. Do not be fooled by the compact exterior; the 15watt speaker is capable of fantastic quality audio in a very small space. The super stylish look and competitive price means it is also affordable as a second music system for the kitchen or bedroom at home. It measures a desk-, kitchen- or bedroom-friendly 230 x 122 x 940mm and is available in high gloss piano black, white and silver.

Ideal for all iPod formats and general audio devices such as MP3 and mini disc, the iDS-05 really does sound as good as it looks. The built-in dock will handily play, charge and sync your iTunes and the USB port enables easy connection to a Mac or PC to ensure your music or photo library is always updated.

The iDS-05 also comes with a much-loved 12 key remote control. In addition to the basic play, pause, fast forward and rewind functionality, the slim line remote will adjust the treble and bass and has a sophisticated menu button which will allow you to directly access your iPod listings and select your music, giving you greater control from your sofa.

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Customer Reviews

Not disappointed
I listen to a wide range of music and am very particular about sound quality. I was, considering the price and size of this unit, expecting to be disappointed.

Quite the opposite. Doubt you'd get a better quality anywhere for this price! The subwoofer is exceptional for its size and the unit has plenty of umph!

I have also found it handy to pack in a weekend case.

The the only slight problem is a transient distortion of treble on full whack.

Well worth the money.

NOT COMPATIBLE WITH 3RD GENERATION NANO
I recently purchased these speakers which are fine with my 30gb ipod, but don't work with my 3rd generation video nano - I was very dissapointed to discover they also have damaged my ipod - many of the songs now jump or cut out.

Terrible- look elsewhere
I personally can not understand the raves reviews that these speakers have recieved from other buyers. I only had them for an hour before I bundled them back in the box for a return and refund from Amazon. I found them only to be capable of a distortive and terrible sound. The so called sub woofer speaker on the rear of the unit, clapped and rattled even at low volume. I tried adjusting the bass and treble to obtain better sound, but to no success, I just knew that I wouldnt be able to live with them. I wanted them for a bed side unit, and in the end have bought an Itrip to be able to tune my FM radio to the output of my 80gb Ipod classic. Thats ok ish.... but I think I will be investing in a good pair of active speakers for under the bed instead.