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Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Model number: SOUNDDOCK | SKU: 8509438

With a powerful proprietary acoustic design and Waveguide speaker technology, this sleek portable speaker system delivers balanced, expressive highs and deep, rich lows for a truly breathtaking audio experience. Learn more about Bose products and proprietary technologies in our Bose Store. Take a closer look at the Bose SoundDock! (Flash demo)

Average Customer Rating:

4.9 out of 5

45 of 45 (100%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Review 1 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

Almost perfect product... 12/25/2008
By ElDua from San Juan, PR

Value for Price

4.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

Features

4.0 5

What's great about it: Sound, sound, sound!
What's not so great: Price, no FM tuner, too simple remote

"Like all other Bose products this system is almost perfect, the one thing everyone seems to agree is the price. Although the price is high you definitely get your money's worth in sound quality and is also a very nice looking system!

The other two things I would’ve like to have are an FM Tuner and more remote control buttons/options. In other cheaper speaker systems you can move through all the iPod menus without the need to go to the iPod itself.

The bottom line is that if you want the best sounding iPod portable speakers in the market and don't mind the price and lack of some features, you got to buy this system."

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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Review 2 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

Fantastic, 11/27/2008
By tazbird1 from Houston, Tx

What's great about it: the sound is out of this world
What's not so great: nothing

"this is just out of this world on sound, ease of carring, easy to use, I would not have anything else"

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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Review 3 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

Look No Further 11/26/2008
By Bruce1940 from Nashville, TN

Value for Price

4.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

Features

5.0 5

What's great about it: Sound qualtiy, ease of operation, appearance, portability
What's not so great: Pricey

"I have owned several ipod docking stations. This system without a doubt is the best. The sound quality for such a small unit is incredible. It was extremely easy to set-up. It has a sleek appearance. The simple remote that comes with the unit is a "no brainer" to use. If you are thinking of buying the Bose II, this is also a nice looking and sounding system, but it is not as portable (no handle, no rotary ipod mount, and no battery use). The unit is at the high end of the price range, but if you want the best, this baby will not disappoint!!"

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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Review 4 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

4.0 5

Very nice, but docking area is fragile! 11/21/2008
By merdmb from Houston, TX

Value for Price

4.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

Features

4.0 5

What's great about it: The sound is amazing, being portable is even better& remote is great
What's not so great: If you aren't careful the base where you connect ipod gets messed up & doesn't work!

"The sound is amazing! Portable= amazing, Remote= amazing!

I have had to return the item once already and need to again because of the rotating arm where you connect your ipod. When you go to put ipod on unit you have to push it down on the prongs, since it swivels it doesn't have any support underneath and it bends a little. If you aren't very careful when it bends it also moves the prongs and then the ipod doesn't play! I returned the first one and was very careful with the second one, but at a party someone else changed the ipod and now it does it again. They need to make this product with a base that doesn't swivel, so when pushing the ipod into place the pressure doesn't bend the prongs! I think they have already made changes to the player that isn't portable."

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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Review 5 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

best ipod player i've heard 11/17/2008
By thedavid from houston, tx

Value for Price

5.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

Features

4.0 5

What's great about it: zero distortion, great bass response, i mean it is bose.

"i've heard many ipod players, and none compare. crank it up!!!!! no frills other than unequaled sound. with a remote. NO distortion. so no clock, no radio, no cd player. and i don't care. who should care. this is ultra portable sexy goodness."

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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Review 6 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

Bose System is Great 11/13/2008
By naynays1 from California

Value for Price

5.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

Features

5.0 5

What's great about it: This is so easy to use and sounds wonderful
What's not so great: It seems to get a little touchy where you put the Ipod in

"I purchased this and have had a good quality system that is portable and light. The sound quality is great and this is very easy to use. Every now and then it gets a little touchy when you place the Ipod in the slot, nothing drastic. I would recommend this item and I feel its worth the price and is also a good name brand."

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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Review 7 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

the best portable radio ever 11/04/2008
By midget1 from des moines iowa

Value for Price

4.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

Features

5.0 5

What's great about it: i use it not only for my ipod, i even use it for my tv,laptop,and my iphone is great for this product.
What's not so great: the remote sometimes dont want to work

"you should invest in one. i think its well worth the money for the sound you get out it. i take it to work, i take ie it fishing,barbecues, and a lot of other places. if you own an ipod,iphone, or mp3 player this is a must have."

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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Review 8 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

GET THIS TOY 10/29/2008
By traintrain from antioch, cali.

Value for Price

4.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

Features

5.0 5

What's great about it: YOU CAN TAKE IT EVERY WHERE U GO.
What's not so great: SHOULD COME W/A USB PORT SO U CAN HOOK UP OTHER SYSTEM TO IT .

"IT SMALL BUT LOUD AND CUTE TO LOOK AT. THE BATTERY LASTED ME MAYBE AROUND 4.5 HOURS LONG. I THINK THE COMPANY SHOULD OF PUT IN THE USB PORT OR ANOTHER CONNECTORS TO THE PORTABLE SO THAT OUR OTHER GADGETS CAN BE CONNECTED TO THIS LOUD SPEAKER TOO. WOULD THAT BE A GREAT IDEA? GREAT SPEAKER AND I DO WANT TO BE ABLE TO UTILIZE IT MORE OFTEN. THE PRICE WAS A LITTLE BIT HIGH ,NOW LETS BOSE LISTEN TO THE CUSTOMER NEEDS. CAN'T CONNECTED IT TO MY LABTOP OR MY CELL PHONES EITHER. cAN U ALL HEAR ME ON THIS ONE? I DO LOVE BOSE PRODUCTS."

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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Review 9 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

Great Use of Money!!!! 10/12/2008
By Beelahsbud

Value for Price

5.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

Features

5.0 5

What's great about it: This product has a portable option! It can charge and run on a battery!
What's not so great: N/A

"Wow! A great buy! Can be portable, and has just as great sound as if it was plugged in. Can last up to maybe to an hour and a half!! Great sound quality! Great bass! Great volume! A great buy!"

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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Review 10 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Top 500 Contributor

Customer Rating

5.0 5

Best Portable Music Player out there 10/09/2008
By Techgirl13 from Alabama

Value for Price

4.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

Features

5.0 5

What's great about it: Portable, Great sound
What's not so great: Price

"I wasn't sure if the extra money would be worth it for the Bose SoundDock as opposed to the Sony or any other model. I then wasn't sure if the extra money for the portable SoundDock would be worth it. Although it is hard to rationalize spending $400 on a speaker dock for your iPod, this was not a purchase that I have regretted. The first weekend I had it I took it to a party and everyone was amazed at the sound (and the portability). I got so many questions and comments. It is so easy to use, and I bought the carrying bag so it is also easy to take along wherever you go. I knew that most of the use was going to be in my home, but the portability feature is one that is so convenient if you ever go out to the lake, parties, or anywhere you might want some great sounding music. I do have two other brands of speaker docks for my iPod and this is by far superior in sound to both brands(and neither are the "cheapo" brands). Glad I purchased this- and YES I woud recommend this to a friend."

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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Review 11 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

Bose is the Best 09/29/2008
By sn1964

Value for Price

4.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

Features

5.0 5

What's great about it: great sound
What's not so great: more expensive that others but worth it

"The sound quality is exceptional even outside on the deck"

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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Review 12 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

Great Sound 09/15/2008
By RhodeIslandRed from Riverside, RI

Value for Price

4.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

What's great about it: The sound is increadible
What's not so great: none

"This item was on my wish list for a very long time. Finally, I purchased it for myself and was extremely satisfied. The sound is terrific!"

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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Review 13 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Top 25 Contributor

Customer Rating

4.0 5

great quality, great sound 09/09/2008
By frank12345 from miami, fl

Value for Price

3.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

Features

4.0 5

What's great about it: materials, sound, portability
What's not so great: price

"After reading MANY reviews, both here on BB and on many other sites on the Internet, I have observed that most people either love Bose and everything they make or they seem to hate everything that is Bose. Well I can honestly say that I do not fit into either of these categories. I do own some Bose products and I enjoy them very much. However, Bose items are extremely expensive and I will not pay out that kind of hard earned cash for a product just because of the name. I have learned, when it comes to Bose I ALWAYS insist on listening to the device first before buying it. I have heard some excellent sound from some Bose speakers but some of their speakers are only mediocre. Their headphones are a mixed bag as well. I never purchase a Bose product unseen or unheard. My decision to purchase this second generation Bose SoundDock Portable Digital Music System was no exception.
I was on the fence about this purchase for several weeks. I had researched the first generation Bose SoundDock digital music system for iPod for quite some time. I found a couple of shortcomings that prevented me from buying that unit. First, it did not have a battery for portable use, so you always had to have it plugged in. Secondly it did not have an aux input, so it would only work with Apple iPod devices. What if I wanted to plug in my daughter's Sandisk MP3 player, or my son's Creative MP3 player? The second generation Bose SoundDock does not have these limitations. They have included a battery system, for hours of portable music without being tethered to A/C mains. They also include an aux input, so you can plug in any device's audio output with a stereo mini plug. They also added a slick swivel dock, which swings back into the speaker system when not in use. As far as the sound quality goes, both first and second generation systems seem to sound just as good; solid bottom end, crisp top end, and mild yet adequate midrange.
I was tempted to order this item from BB, as their prices, shipping, and customer service are always top notch. However, I was still a little unsure as to whether or not I would be completely satisfied with this product in my home. After all, it is $400.00! I decided to purchase it from a local BB electronics store, which offers a 45 day return policy (i am a silver member), in case I decided that it was not worth the price after listening to it in my home. Well I am pleased to report that this Bose SoundDock sounds simply amazing. I don't know how they get such BIG sound from such a little device, but Bose has definately done a wonderful thing with this SoundDock. The sound is deep but not too boomy. The stereo soundfield is a little narrow but that is to be expected from any portable sound dock, as the speakers are so close together. Still, Bose is known for their ability to use angled speaker technology to offer a wide stereo sound. I guess they just didn't feel that this aspect was important enough for their SoundDock product. That is a shame. I must also note that the sound produced from this device seems different when listening from different angles. If I sit the device on a table and sit down right in front of it, the high end is crisp and bright but the lower end is a little on the weak side. However, if I back up a few feet the bottom end really jumps out, and yet you lose a little bit of the crispness of the highs. Overall the SoundDock sounds great and it really fills a small and medium sized room with full bodied sound. You can crank this puppy way up without any audible sounds of distortion. Very impressive indeed. I have listened to Pop, Rock, Country, Dance, House, and even classical music on the Bose SoundDock, and all sounded equally impressive. Bass notes are very tight, not boomy or sloppy like I have experienced on several other iPod music systems. My only complaint is that the midrange seemed a bit weak on a few tracks, but seemed just fine on others. This may have to do with the equalization of my iPod Touch, but I don't notice these differences when listening through headphones.
Overall I am very pleased with my Bose SoundDock Portable Music System. It produces rich, room filling sound, offers perfect portability (thanks to the inclussion of a Lithium Ion Battery Pack), and has an auxiliary input for all of my family's digital music devices. Sure, $400.00 is a lot of money to spend on a portable iPod music docking system, but now that I have experienced the solid build and beautiful sound quality of the Bose SoundDock, buying anything less would always leave me wanting the Bose SoundDock. Still, I cannot find it within myself to give the Bose SoundDock a perfect 5 star rating. The narrow stereo soundfield and premium cost keep my rating at 4 and 1/2 stars. I take music sound quality very seriously, and in my opinion this Bose system, while expensive, is still worth the money. I highly recommend this product for anyone that is extremely serious about excellent sound quality and isn't afraid to spend the money to obtain it.

pd: just got a samsung LCD, but sound was horrible, so instead of investing in a new home theater, just purchased the AV/AUX cable, so I hooked it up to my tv, and VOILA! BOSE RICH SOUND for my bedroom LCD, for 400 bucks!!! and I got everithing from BB of course"

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

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Review 14 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

Worth the money!!!!! 09/08/2008
By green59 from Tomball, Texas

Value for Price

5.0 5

Sound Quality

5.0 5

Ease of Use

5.0 5

Features

5.0 5

What's great about it: Great Sound, Portable
What's not so great: None

"After listening in the store at several different brands and models, I kept going back to the Bose. Though it is a little pricey once you hear it, it makes it all worth it!!!!"

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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Review 15 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

Great Sound! 08/24/2008
By bestbuymom from Humble, Texas

What's great about it: Portable with great sound
What's not so great: nothing yet

"I have purchased several cheap sound systems to play my family's iPods, this is by far the best. I should have saved my money on all the rest and went straight for the best."

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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Review 16 for Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System for Apple® iPod® - Black

Customer Rating

5.0 5

nice system 07/24/2008
By TheMisunderstoodOne

What's great about it: rich clear sound, protable, small
What's not so great: very pricey

"this system is awesome u get really nice sound in a package that doesnt take up a lotta room on ur shelf or dresser or u can put a shelf on a wall and put it there only thing i see wrong wit it is that the thing is very expensive but u get wat u paid for and i paid for a SYSTEM THAT IS UNBELIEVABLE"

Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes

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