Altec Lansing IM510 Speaker System
by Altec Lansing Technologies
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Manufacturer: Altec Lansing TechnologiesBrand: Altec Lansing
Edition: Electronics
Model: iM510
Publisher: Altec Lansing Technologies
Studio: Altec Lansing Technologies
Music Label: Altec Lansing Technologies
Product features:
- Portable audio speakers use an advanced class D amplifier for maximum power
- Features superior technology for quality bass without a subwoofer, and a built-in docking station for transferring date and re-charging your Sansa MP3
- Folds to close for convenient mobility; input jack so you can connect a second device, including CD, DVD, and other Sansa MP3 players
- Delivers more than 24 hours of battery life (four AA batteries not included)
- Dimensions 8.4 x 3.8 x 2.1 (WxHxD); weighs 1.25 pounds
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Customer Review: surprisingly good sound for their small size
Summary: 3 Stars
I just received my IM510 speakers tonight. If you haven't seen this at a store and order it online, you may well be surprised at how small and light this unit is. I honestly was expecting the sound quality to be much, much worse based on the look and feel of the case. Imagine my surprise when I turned on my Sansa and heard surprisingly full sound coming out of this little box. Right now I'm playing music in the next room through the IM510; while I wouldn't confuse the sound as coming from my home stereo, these speakers still sound pretty good even from the next room.
When I say these speakers sound "good," however, I mean that they don't sound overly lean or thin. These things don't exactly deliver audiophile sound -- not even close to neutral. The midbass is exaggerated, more than likely to cover up for the lack of real low bass. The highs are recessed as well -- not a bad thing when you consider that a mellower tone is much more pleasant to listen to long term than one that's bright and agressive. The overall sound quality, therefore, is on the "tubby" side -- sort of slow and bloated. It's certainly good enough for casual enjoyment, but I wouldn't want to spend a lot of time listening to things on a regular basis.
In comparison, you can get much better sound quality from a decent pair of headphones that list and retail for a similar price. While the Altec Lansing IM510 is a convenient and decent portable speaker solution for the Sansa e200 line of players, the price is beyond reason for the sound quality delivered. I'm not unhappy with my purchase because I did want a lightweight speaker solution for travel with my Sansa; I just think these things should cost about half what they do.
Update on 8/6/07:
I didn't notice this defect when I first hooked up my speakers a couple of weeks ago, but I now notice a high pitched ringing noise that emanates from the unit. It's likely some power supply noise since it makes some amount of noise even when it's turned off; it is louder when my Sansa is connected and the Altec Lansing is turned on, though, and it gets a little quieter when I touch a control on the Sansa. Unfortunately I prematurely had thought I was satisfied with the unit so I threw away all of the packaging and have no way to return it now. Fortunately the noise isn't so loud that it drowns out the music, so I guess I'll still be able to enjoy the unit while traveling. I definitely don't want to hear this high pitched noise on a regular basis, however, so I doubt I'll use this unit much at home. I downgrade my rating to 2 stars and cannot recommend anyone buy this unit given that I don't think this noise is an individual defect since it was mentioned by at least one other reviewer.
Description of Altec Lansing IM510 Speaker System
The iM510 sound system is for all those times when you want to take off the headphones and get loose. It delivers surprisingly powerful, room-filling sound. It's shock-resistant. There's no better portable system for your favorite room, or for the road. Fits, syncs and charges dockable SanDisk Sansa e200 and c200 Series. Dimensions - Width 8.4 x Depth 2.1 x Height 3.8 inch (213 mm x 54 mm x 96 mm) Weigh - only 20 ounces (570 grams)Made for use with the Sansa c200 and e200 MP3 players, the shock-resistant Altec Lansing IM510 portable audio speakers are for all those times when you want to take off the headphones and get loose. It delivers surprisingly powerful, room-filling sound. There's simply no better portable system for your favorite room, or for the road.
This system uses an advanced class D amplifier for maximum power and delivers more than 24 hours of battery life (four "AA" batteries not included) so you can take the IM510 with you to the beach or in your car without worrying about losing power. Featuring superior technology for quality bass without a subwoofer, and a built-in docking station for transferring date and re-charging your Sansa MP3, this compact system also folds to close for convenient mobility. There's even an input jack so you can connect a second device, including CD, DVD, and other Sansa MP3 players.
What's in the Box
inMotion iM510 mobile speaker system, power supply, Sansa docking adapters, stereo cable, protective carry bag, user's guide, and quick connect instructions.
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