| Reviews : Banshee Audio 5.0 Surround Sound Speaker System for iPods/MP3 Players (Black) |
Banshee Audio 5.0 Surround Sound Speaker System for iPods/MP3 Players (Black) Product By Banshee Available From 2 Sellers |
Technical Details
- Portable surround sound speaker system designed for iPods or MP3 players
- 5 integral speakers with banana fiber cones create 360-degree audio experience
- 50 watts of peak performance; remote cradle with 6-foot cord holds audio device
- Patented surround technology produces powerful bass and crisp midrange
- Includes subwoofer output; measures 11.5 x 3 x 6 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty
Product Description
5.0 surround sound in ONE listening station for iPod and all mp3 players. The Banshee was designed to shatter the perceived limitations of portable amplification, combining massive power with unprecedented clarity. Generating revolutionary surround sound with unmatched volume and precision, nothing screams superiority like a Banshee. Product Highlights: 50 watts of peak power performance, Rich powerful bass, Super crisp percussive output, Ultra-clear midrange with holographic effect, Patented audio technology that creates 3 dimensional sound. A remote docking station for your Ipod-MP3 player lets you listen or play. Dimensions: 16.5"L x 10" W x 18" D.Amazon.com Product Description
Designed to shatter the perceived limitations of portable amplification, the Banshee Audio 5.0 surround sound speaker system makes your iPod or MP3 player sound rich and powerful. The system, which combines an impressive 50 watts of peak performance with Banshee's patented surround decoding technology, generates revolutionary, immersive surround sound with unmatched volume, precision, and clarity- -all from a single self-contained, compact unit. The system owes its impressive audio performance to its five integral speakers, each of which boasts a banana fiber cone known for its tensile strength. Together, the speakers produce robust bass, a clear midrange with a 360-degree holographic effect, and crisp percussive quality for any song played. It's the perfect speaker system for iPod and MP3 owners who aren't satisfied with the tinny sound quality of most competing systems.The Banshee includes a remote cradle that holds your iPod or MP3 player, along with a 6-foot cord that connects to the main unit. Listeners will also dig the durable plastic case, which sports a stylish high-gloss piano-black finish with a chrome speaker grille. And should you want to add a little extra oomph, the Banshee includes an output for an optional subwoofer. The Banshee, which measures 11.5 by 3 by 6 inches (W x H x D), works with any iPod or MP3 player with a 3.5 mm headphone jack and is backed by a one-year warranty.
What's in the Box
Banshee 5.0 surround sound speaker system, remote iPod/MP3 player cradle, 6-foot cord, user's manual.
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Customer Reviews
By Thai-Chau Nguyen
The only reason why I bought this was because i got it off a daily deal site(I won't say which one) for $20 with $2 shipping. I was like hey $150...I'm getting them for $22. How could I pass up that kind of deal? The only downside I was expecting was that the iPod cradle wasn't a dock. But I was willing to look past that since my Logitech mm28 just connects to the earphone jack(I'll be comparing some of this to my mm28). Anyway, after anxiously waiting for my package for a week, I rip the HUGE box open and I see this shiny little piece of equipment. I plug her in and I hate that I can't tell if it's on or off without sound coming out. But I get her on and get it to a medium volume. Something sounds wrong. I hear like a warbling sound for most songs that I play. I listen to many different types of music where bass and treble and dynamics vary. I try different audio sources. I try sitting and standing at different positions and different distances. No help. Listening at anything near loud volumes...don't get your hopes up. My mm28's play at much louder volumes with much better treble and bass production. Mind you that the mm28's retail around $40 and easily found around $20ish. These banshee speakers also don't have battery operation. Instead, you get a brick of a power supply. The silly look wouldn't bother me if it served as a design to give me the awesome sound that it supposedly should. I don't even think it was worth my $22. Sorry Banshee.
Pros:
»Included cradles
»Style (if it's your thing)
Cons:
»Weird warbling effect
»Volume handle
»Bass reproduction
»Horrible value
»Bulky
By Proxie (San Diego)
I completely agree with some of the prior negative reviews. This system does snap, crackle and pop (and it has nothing to do with other electronics) unless you are talking about anything else plugged in. With significant treble in the music you will hear the system pop, so most rock is immediately out. Gaming wise, I haven't had any problem with the midi reproduction.
Overall, however, there is a wavy output which I find rather annoying. I am not an audiophile by any stretch; but I do notice a surge in music as I listen to my iPods playback. This may have to do with the AC current from the bulky adapter. Why not supply a direct current?? It pretty much steps down your 110VAC to 12 VAC. That is why some say it is not too portable. Sitting on the desktop, it looks pretty good, I think. Hope this helps
By Mom of 2 Girls (Indianapolis)
it should be called "snap, crackle, pop". I'm told the constant crackling sounds with certain "tones" is interference from other devices. So this would be great if you lived in a home without anything electronic running near it. And I could totally be wrong, but I've lived in two homes with this thing and both places it makes the terrible crackling sound. Not only that, but you can't adjust anything. . it has to be plugged in and there's no recharge capability for your Mp3 player. Save your money and look elsewhere, in my humble opinion.
By Sasan Jahanian (Voorhees, NJ)
For a small black box, it blows my mind and ears away. I plugged it into my iPod at 60% volume and the house was filled with amazing crystal clear sound. I recommend everyone to buy this product. I love it so much that I have bought two banshees and placed them in my basement and in my inlaw suite. When I played the banshee in my in law suite, it not only filled the 800 sqft suite but continued into the rest of the house making it seem that I have a my iPod hooked up to a JBL or Bose 5.1 sound system. Also, my cousin has a bose sound dock, and my sister has an iHome the banshee system beats both systems without even breaking a sweat.
I love the Banshee and recommend everyone to buy one.
By Richard Disho (San Jose, CA United States)
Well, I've tried out this product for a week and a half, and so far I'm disappointed. Here's why:
Pros: Nice design. People in the office have complimented the style of this speaker system. The sound is pretty decent, with a good amount of bass projecting through.
Cons: Popping! The speakers pop every now and again, with some crackle inbetween. Definitely not expected for a system at the current price point.
I can't keep this product, it'll have to go back. I'll be wary of any future items from Banshee (Hammacher)
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