TIVOLI AUDIO PAL (Portable Audio Laboratory) AM/FM Radio - Electric Blue

Rating:
Summary: Superb Portable External Speaker for the iPod
Review: I truly believe the iPAL is currently the best option available as a viable portable speaker system for the iPod, or for any mp3 player/discman, for that matter...
The build quality is exceptional, as is true of all Tivoli products, and the elegant "retro" looks of the PAL have been tailored, in this case, to complement all generations
(including the new 4G's) of the iPod.
Connection to the iPod is achieved via an auxiliary input and an included "iPod white" minijack cable that utilizes either the headphone jack or the line out of the iPod dock. (A cleaner, highly attenuated and more dynamic connection can be achieved by purchasing a SiK imp, thereby utilizing the 3G/4G iPod's proprietary dock connector)
The iPAL is powered by an environmentally friendly rechargeable battery that lasts up to 15 hours at modest volume levels.
There is also a superb AM/FM tuner section on board, controlled by a smooth, 5:1 ratio tuning dial that also serves to aesthetically balance the speaker grille.
The iPAL's sound quality is rich, warm and detailed, with convincing instrument timbres. Some elements of the music, especially percussion and acoustic guitars, seem to "bloom" outside the confines of the cabinet, providing a lively soundstage that belies the iPAL's monaural output. The bass response is impressive for a single 2-1/2" speaker, and the unit can achieve sufficient clean volume levels to fill modest spaces with quality sound.
Forget about those "oh-so-cute" inMotion speakers. The iPAL is your best option for serious, near-audiophile sound reproduction in an elegant, portable package that will complement, if not upstage, your iPod while externalizing your digital music collection.

Rating:
Summary: Call me impressed.
Review: I was having reception difficulties in my office with my previous radio, an upscale CD/radio/alarm combo by a well-known manufacturer...I just couldn't seem to get my favorite radio station, KROQ here in L.A., to come in with any regularity.

When my home alarm clock broke, I took the office one home (its' alarm is super cool...) and bought this one. I have to say I've been completely surprised and impressed at it's performance.

It receives the signal much better, and the sound is astonishing clear and crisp coming from that one little speaker! It's a joy to use. The tactile sensation of turning that knob...so retro yet in a supremely modern package. Ergonomically, it's just about perfect.
The front has, besides the speaker, a large tuning knob, a volume knob, and the on/off/AM/FM knob. That's it. That's all you really need.

The back has the extendible antenna, mini-jacks for AUX IN and headphones, as well as the power cord. All the connectors thoughtfully come with attached rubber plug-covers to prevent exposure from unwanted elements.

It feels rugged and solid in construction, and I can't wait to start using it elsewhere...out by the pool, washing the car...I just might have to go buy another one or two...

In all seriousness, having owned many radios in the past...Sony, Bose, etc...so far I'm happiest with this one!

Rating:
Summary: Tivoli model one table radio
Review: perfectly good sound but I could not get local am channel generally available on other portable radios. Battery pack is a disaster. can't find it anywhere and Radio Shack offered to order one for me for about $25...for a battery for a $100 radio???

Rating:
Summary: Lives up to the hype
Review: Since moving away from New York City, I've missed hearing the local sport teams on radio. I've tried to pick up the AM stations where I live now (outside of Cleveland) without luck until now. This great looking, great sounding radio has no trouble picking out AM radio station located over 350 miles from where its being transmitted. Local FM stations sound amazing too! Highly recommended if you want to own the best in its class.

Rating:
Summary: Outstanding tuning and audio quality
Review: THIS is the way to play an iPod! I use this in my cabin (no electricity) with my iPod, which allows me rechargable access to my entire music library.

I was going to buy the Altec Lansing inMotion speakers, but I wanted a radio, too. I'm really glad I went the way I did; the sound quality is far better than the little inMotion speakers, I got a GREAT, rechargable radio, and the thing looks really cool. I'm very pleased.

The only reason I didn't give this five stars is because it's made in China. I prefer to buy USA made stuff, although that's getting a whole lot harder to do.