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Limitations first: the i-Station distorts noticeably when you turn the volume way up; it doesn't have a remote control or any extra features such as an alarm clock etc.; the '3D surround sound' is really a gimmick and doesn't sound that great.

But think about where you'll be using this -- hotel room, tent, office, bedside; in other words, nowhere you'll want (or be able) to listen at mega volumes. At its functional volume the sound is fine and well-balanced; the 'subwoofer' adds realistic bass that doesn't sound artificially boosted (a common fault with mini-speakers and headphones alike), vocals are warm and the top end is clear without being hissy. Of course it's not going to sound as good as your separates or even a top set computer speakers, but for the price and size it's impressive.

The accessory kit is good -- adaptors for every iPod; USB and Firewire ports AND cables supplied; a line-in and connector cable for other portable devices. There's also the option of using batteries (inexplicably not available on all such systems, including JBL's OnStage) -- given which, I don't really understand the reviewer who found the system heavy and cumbersome.

The i-Station isn't quite as good as Altec Lansing's inMotion in terms of either sound or build quality, but it's half the price, and more than adequate for any situation in which you're likely to use it. And I'd bet money that it's at as good as or better than the new megabucks Bose offering (everything they've made is a rip-off aimed at posers with cloth ears and more money than sense).

It's either this or the inMotion (that has wireless remote, but it doesn't cater for households that have both iPod and iPod mini). I decided to go for the i-Station and spend the difference on music, and I'm not sorry.

I had a demo recently of a top-end iPod speaker solution from a Famous Manufacturer with a four-letter name, which carries what may also be charitably described as a 'four-letter price tag'. This product rivals it in terms of sound quality, beats it in terms of utility, and pummels it into the ground in terms of price.

The iStation is astonishingly light, stylish, and versatile. The surround processor is a revelation, the input options are comprehensive, and the array of cabling which is generously bundled with the unit is a real bonus. The ability to power the unit with AA batteries where no power supply is available is a great idea too. Add to this the fact that the dock recharges your iPod into the bargain, and I'm struggling to think what else you'd want a pair of external speakers to do. Don't concern yourself re. changing the base plate to the one which corresponds to your model -- it's a doddle, somehow managing to be easy to prise out, yet solid as a rock when fitted at the same time.

Good looks and functionality aside, the sound this unit cranks out is clear, balanced, and surprisingly loud, and I'd recommend it on this basis alone.

It you own an iPod and are looking to fill a hotel room, study or bedroom with your music, look no further. There are legions of folk whose main stereo will sound worse than this, believe me.

Buy it and enjoy it.

I'd been looking at speaker docks ever since buying my ipod mini and was considering the altec lansing iMini which I found quite expensive, then I saw this advertised and because it was half the price decided to take the chance. I am now very glad I did, it looks great, nice rounded edges and the blue lights are really cool and it sounds fantastic! the one thing i worried about was would it be loud enough, certainly not a problem with this product I've never had it on full volume as I can hear it throughout the entire house at half volume. The number of addition cables provided is great and I'm sure the european adapter will come in very handy, you can charge your ipod while you listen and the whole thing folds flat into something smaller than most hardback books with a plastic cover to protect the speakers during transport.
If your considering speakers for your ipod for portability, sound and price these cant be beaten.

What a good deal! At first i was unsure of which speakers to buy for my iPOD, save up and buy the expensive Bose and get quality sound or go for the budget ones and get enough to survive.

Well the Logic 3 I-Station is priced low with v.good quality output. The two small speakers provide good quality music and the base speaker provides the rest.

The speakers also act as a docking station and charger, so no more finding the cable to update your iPOD - just plug it in. The box includes holders for different size iPODs as well as a generic holder for other manufacturers with cables provided for connecting.

The speakers fold away neatly and the cover(plastic) protects the speakers during transportation. The battery use is limited to how loud you want to play it without mains, but with a european plug included - why use the batterys?

The speakers also come with two blue LED's which light up the iPOD, pleasent at night.

As can be expected the case and iPOD will shake the louder you get, but as long as you have genuine music (from CD or download) then the quality and base shouldn't effect it too much.

A very good purchase for the money, i would recommend this for anyone on a budget or not.

It looks great (although it helps that I have a white iPod). It is lightweight (very light) and compact; ideal for travelling. For transport and storage the central sub-woofer sits between the two speakers, in use the sub-woofer is folded down providing a solid base and exposing the iPod connector.

A great feature is that the station recharges the iPod (again, fantastic if you are travelling or on holiday and do not want to bring a laptop) and for further convenience UK and European power cables are also provided.

A number of different trays are providing to accommodate the different models of iPod - it is relatively easy to change trays although a sharp implement is required.

The sound is good, much better than I had expected and although it does not match the quality of a good stereo system it is more than acceptable for the office and travelling.

You can also use the station for synchronising your iPod (via FireWire or USB - cables provided) and you can play other devices through the speakers.

All in all, it is a fantastic product. Recommended