Logitech mm50 Portable Speaker System for iPod (White)
 |   Publisher : Logitech Company : Logitech |
Features
- 3D Stereo technology dramatically widens stereo image for an enveloping audio experience
- Max-X high-excursion drivers with neodymium magnets provide remarkable sound quality
- Operates with AC adapter (included) or rechargeable Li-ion batteries
- Includes custom travel case
- Compatibility: iPod nano (1G and 2G), iPod mini, 4G iPod with click wheel, iPod Color, iPod Video
Product Description
The incredible bass and enveloping experience of a home audio system is now available on the go. The Logitech mm50 Portable Speakers for iPod use 3" pressure drivers to maximize bass and minimize distortion. The rechargeable Li-ion batteries last up to 10 hours, and you can charge both the speaker system and iPod battery simultaneously. Using 3-D sound processing that "widens" the stereo effect, this system's sound seems to come from an area about two feet wider than the speaker itself. And with a custom travel case, you can take the big sound from this small package anywhere.Amazon.com Product Description
The Logitech mm50 Portable Speakers for iPod utilize 3-inch pressure drivers to maximize bass and minimize distortion, creating the full experience of home audio for life on the go. The use of 3-D sound processing also widens the stereo effect, so that this system's sound seems to come from an area about two feet wider than the speakers themselves. The speakers are powered by an AC adapter or rechargeable Li-ion batteries, come with a credit card-sized wireless remote, and are easily compatible with all docking iPods. If you don't have an iPod with a dock connector, just use the auxiliary outlet.You also get a protective case and 2-year limited warranty that give you both security and peace of mind. Should you find yourself overseas with these speakers, the AC adapter is international voltage capable, truly letting you enjoy your iPod's music wherever you go. The Li-ion batteries last up to 10 hours, and you can charge both the speakers and your iPod simultaneously.
What's in the Box
mm50 portable speakers, remote control, AC adapter, protective travel case, and user's manual
iPod Compatibility
iPod nano 1G, iPod nano 2G, iPod mini, iPod 4G (Clickwheel), iPod Color, iPod 5G/5.5G Video
Customer reviews
Logitech mm50 Portable Speaker System 
unit itself works fine but remote doesn't work even after installing new battery. no manual was included. i've been trying to contact seller for help.
It works! 
No one has time any more to sit in front of the component stereo they constructed piece by piece over the course of many years and only after repeated visits to hi-fi shops to compare various speakers and combinations. And not that the car stereo was ever an acceptable substitute, but I don't drive enough any more to listen to the music I'd like to hear.
Enter the iPod and the portable speaker-dock, of which I've collected easily more than I'll ever need. The latest acquisition is this Logitech mm50 which, in terms of style, features, price is closest to the popular Altec Lansing IM600, though it lacks Altec's radio (which I find too insensitive to be of much use). The Logitech's dimensions are a bit longer, but it's also a tad lighter and thinner, easily slipping into its included carrying bag and, if anything, seeming more compact and portable than the Altec. Like the Altec, the highs and mid-range are brilliant and the bass "acceptable" (I'm not a bass freak, but I'm surprised at the glowing testimonials some reviewers give to the bass reproduction of either of these units). It's true that both will handle boomy, punchy bass tones, but if, for example, I'm playing a jazz recording with walking bass lines supplied by Hammond B3 organ, the bass simply isn't "there." Otherwise, both speakers are bright, full, and sufficiently "loud," with the Logitech having a more striking "stereo expander" effect, as a result of its greater length (as well as circuitry designed to optimize the effect).
So far the best thing about the Logitech is that it continues to play three different iPod models without throwing the temper tantrums of the Altec. The instructions with the Altec provide one terse sentence covering instances of "erratic behavior": dismantle the case and disconnect the rechargeable battery for 30 seconds (not a "consumer-friendly" action but one I've had to perform several times). That's a no-no as far as Logitech is concerned, and thankfully it hasn't been necessary. The Altec started automatically shutting down and rejecting iPods when I began switching from Nano to Classic to Touch. Altec includes a bag full of adapters for different iPods, but it appears to be the only manufacturer that doesn't bother to label them, indicating the particular iPod model for which each is intended. By contrast, the Logitech uses 3 effective "cradles." The company also supplies clear instructions for mounting the iPod securely in the dock, and its website is more user-friendly, detailed and helpful than Altec's.
The most dependable and useful portable iPod speaker dock is the relatively inexpensive iRhythms by Cyber Acoustics. Although the sound isn't as full, or spacious, it's still competitive, covering the entire frequency range. It comes with a small power transformer and takes quick and convenient AA non-rechargeable batteries for portable use. If you don't require a portable speaker, the Athena iVoice is among the least expensive iPod speakers available and blows away any of the aforementioned speakers with its stunning, very present (but not "boomy") bass frequencies.
The Logitech is made by a Swiss company, and the Altec by Plantronics. JBL, a speaker system I have with 14" as well as 2" woofers, is part of Harmon-Kardon systems. It too makes credible portable dock-speakers, though their radial, flying-saucer design is what sets them apart.
[I retested the above contentions, putting on Sinatra's "Too Marvelous for Words" from "Songs for Swingin' Lovers." The voice has great "presence" on the Logitech and Altec, but the notes of the acoustic bass are faint and indistinct compared to a Kloss Tivoli Model One radio (still a value at $120, with a tuner compared to which the Altec's is a joke). When played through the Athena iVoice, the acoustic bass is right in the room with me. Unfortunately, the Athena currently isn't showing at the deeply discounted price, though it's still worth the asking price, imo.]
Handy player for a traveling yoga teacher 
I have now purchased two of this item--one for me, two years ago, and one for my father-in-law just recently. I like it enough for me that I bought it for him.
I use this player to play my music when I travel around to various locations to teach yoga. I teach a type of yoga that uses loud, upbeat music (not soft woo-woo music), so I want a player that can deliver good sound at a good volume in locations that can range in size from conference rooms to gymnasiums. This player does the trick.
The folding legs are simple. The case is sturdy. As others have noted, I wish there were a sleeve on the case for the power cord (just in case). You must separately bring the cord along if you wish power back-up in case of a partial charge. I have not yet had problems with decreased charge due to slow battery failure, but I usually only use the unit one hour at a time.
I bought my first unit at Costco, which still carries the product for less than all the websites I recently visited. Good luck, and enjoy your new player!
Joys and Problems
I wanted people to be aware of the problems I faced with the set, so quickly and succinctly, here you go:
These speakers are amazing. They aren't enough to fill a large room with rockin' bass, but that same room was more-than-adequately serenaded to sleep on more than one night. What I also like about them is that the fidelity is good even on low volume, presupposing you have good quality mp3s.
They are small, light, and compact, easily fitting into a carry-on suitcase, and run off batteries, as it has been noted previously.
My problems begin there: the battery is internal and the user is unable to change them out. This wouldn't be a problem if the set performed as expected. But I've heard from other users that sets have had to be returned due to under-performing battery packs. Mine are temperamental. Sometimes I'll make it through a full 6-hour shift on the batteries and other times they'll conk out after 2 hours (after indicator light shows full charge). My co-worker has the same set and has zero problems with the battery pack.
The second problem is the remote, which stopped working after about 6 months, several months too late to return the system.
The last issue I have is the sensitivity of the volume buttons. It's a nitpicky issue, I realize, but as a massage therapist, it's nice to just be able to easily change the volume up or down without having to worry about accidentally blasting your client if you press too hard, or dropping it down too low for the same reason. The average user will not have to worry about this.
All in all, I do like this system quite a lot, but be aware of the possible malfunctions so that you can return it in time should you note them with yours.
Great buy
Awesome speakers, the sound is superb!! there is a lot of bass and it can get very loud and still retain great sound quality. only con is that the remote doesn't work so great but oh well.
definitely recommend this
