Creative Labs TravelSound i300 MP3 Players
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Digital product summary information
Manufacturer: Creative LabsAudio: English (Original Language)
Model: 51MF5300AA000
Product features:
- Impressive audio quality from high precision Titanium drivers
- Digital amplifier allows up to 35 hours continuous playback on 4-AAA batteries
- Line-in jack allows versatile connection to portable devices
- Lightweight 10 oz speaker with foldable stand for maximum portability
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Digital camera reviews of Creative Labs TravelSound i300 MP3 Players
Digital camera Review: Ok, but depends on how you use them....
Summary: 3 Stars
First, the negatives:
1) There are no grills on the speaker cones (other reviews have mentioned this). It would be easy to damage the speakers, but if you're generally careful, this isn't a big issue.
2) The carrying case does not fit the AC adapter. This means that the speakers can go in the carrying case, but the AC adapter is loose. Of course, if you only use battery power, this is not an issue.
3) The maximum volume before (bass) distortion isn't that great. This is a debateable point, but it really depends on what kind of music you listen to and how you intend to use the speakers.
For my purposes (I'm a musician), I could not increase the volume very loud before the bass distortion kicked in. I could get a bit more volume by turning the bass way down, but not much. Even as a general-purpose boom-box, I'd say that the max volume attainable is only average, about like your typical small clock radio -- not even close to my Sony CD-playing boom-box. I only make this comparison so that potential buyers realize that these speakers do not compare to jambox-type devices.
If you just need some music in a hotel room or in a relatively quiet place, it should be ok. The sound quality at low volume is decent, but I can't really recommend it for a wide variety of usage.
I give it three stars for the overall design and usage potential. It seems to me that they could have put more thought into the overall design and even made them a bit bigger to accomodate some more volume.
Summary of Creative Labs TravelSound i300 MP3 Players
Amazing travel speakers add clarity and bass to portable devices. Engineered to enhance sound of your portable audio devices and notebooks, Creative TravelSound is a powered, 1-piece speaker, amplified system in a compact foldable design. It features micro titanium drivers to deliver full dynamic sound with amazing clarity and uses digital amplifiers to provide power efficiency and extended battery life. Bundled with a universal power adapter and carrying case, you can experience hours of continuous music playback wherever you go.Cameras and Photo
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