iLive ICR6806DT Digital Clock Radio with iPod Docking Station (White) Review

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(More customer reviews)Unfortunately I can't give this device less then one star.
My point - even $40 is way too much for this piece of junk that only can be used as a paperweight with some basic radio and electronic clock functions.
Yes, it looks really not that bad and clock/alarm functions are OK and I don't care that the clock display is somewhat too light in the night.
But the main problem of this "audio" system (the quotes are on purpose) is HOW IT SOUNDS!
The sound quality is not just bad - it's TERRIBLE!!! Period.
Since I have some background in electronics I clearly see that the analog amplifier of this device was designed by someone who has very little idea about sound at all. May be by some guy who spent most of his professional career disgning cheap $1 radios.
Horrible sound distortions (my guess - around 15%-20% at least),the noise level just kills your ears (my guess - the signal/noise ratio is not better then 30-32 dB), _very_ bad design of the power supply and filters for the analog subsystem - every time your iPod hard disk drive starts you hear all details of how it's starts spinning, etc...
My point of view is that probably iLive decided to save on few good quality parts and that lead to absolute failure. They probably saved few bucks but killed all good that was in this product.

From another point of view - this baby will wake you up for sure - you'll do anything you can to stop these terrible sounds in the morning. :-)

The bottom line - I don't think that I will ever buy anything from iLive.

PS. I tried 3 (three) different devices - all the same. Glad that got rid of it now.

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Product Description:
Ideal for dorm rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens, the iLive ICR6806DT digitalclock radio packs a solid array of features into an affordable package. The primaryselling point of the radio is its built-in iPod docking station, which not only amplifies theiPod 3G and 4G, iPod video, iPod photo, iPod mini, iPod nano, and iPod shuffle, but alsocharges the unit while you listen. Users will also dig the included remote control, whichlets folks operate all of the aforementioned iPods (except the iPod shuffle) from adistance. Even better, the radio's dual alarms let you wake up to either the AM/FM tuner,a buzzer, or the iPod itself. It's the perfect system for people who like to rise to their owneclectic soundtrack or who need a good bedroom stereo that doesn't break the bank.
The radio owes its smooth audio performance to its pair of stereo speakers, which areacoustically calibrated for the best possible performance. In addition, the ICR6806DTaccommodates both older iPods and other audio devices--such as MP3 players, personalgame systems, and personal CD players--through its auxiliary line input. Add in a videooutput for playing videos and slideshows on a connected TV and you have a greatclock radio for the modern media landscape. Other details include a sleek white housing,four preset equalizer settings, an adjustable sleep timer, and an easy-to-read backlit LCDdisplay.
The clock radio, which runs on AC power (the battery backup requires two AAAbatteries), measures 13 by 6.5 by 4.7 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a 90-daywarranty.
What's in the Box
ICR6806DT clock radio, remote control, dock inserts for iPod nano and iPod mini,auxiliary line-in cord, user's manual.

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