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Ion Audio Block Rocker Portable PA with iPod Docking
2-way sound. Microphone included. Pole mountable. Two-wheel system with retractable handle for easy portability.
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Make your iPod the soundtrack to ANY party, with no chords, and no hassles! The Block Rocker is the perfect portable speaker system for traveling musicians, entertainers and event coordinators. A long-lasting rechargeable battery, sturdy construction and portable design, make certain the Block Rocker can be taken anywhere and everywhere. It features a high-efficiency amplifier with four inputs for connecting microphones, instruments, CD/MP3 players, and a universal dock for iPod. This powerhouse sound system makes every mobile event a success.
Features
# High-output powered mountable 2-way speaker system
# Built-in rechargeable battery with level indicator lasts over 12 hours
# Outputs high-fidelity sound to over 150 feet
# Enhanced bass output creates a full, rich sound
# Professional quality microphone included
# Heavy-duty aluminum construction
# Two-wheel system with retractable handle for easy portability
# 1-3/8 in. PA speaker stand mountable
# iPod Dock features for iPod, iPod Mini, or iPod Nano (iPhone has limited playback and no charge/recharge feature)
Four inputs with independent level controls for:
- iPod: Integrated Universal Dock for iPod, iPod Mini, or iPod Nano
- Microphone: Balanced XLR or 1/4 inch microphone
- Instrument: 1/4 inch jack for guitar, keyboard, other instrument, or second microphone
- CD/MP3 Player: RCA line level input for CD player, MP3 player, or other audio device
**When a 3rd generation iPod is used with this product, the iPod will not charge. Although 3rd generation iPods feature dock connectors, these iPods communicate via FireWire, not USB (which is used on all newer iPods). This difference makes it impossible for many products with dock connectors to provide a charge to 3rd Generation iPods.
See iPod Compatibility Chart (Found in the Documents section for full details).
Features
# High-output powered mountable 2-way speaker system
# Built-in rechargeable battery with level indicator lasts over 12 hours
# Outputs high-fidelity sound to over 150 feet
# Enhanced bass output creates a full, rich sound
# Professional quality microphone included
# Heavy-duty aluminum construction
# Two-wheel system with retractable handle for easy portability
# 1-3/8 in. PA speaker stand mountable
# iPod Dock features for iPod, iPod Mini, or iPod Nano (iPhone has limited playback and no charge/recharge feature)
Technical Info
SpecificationsFour inputs with independent level controls for:
- iPod: Integrated Universal Dock for iPod, iPod Mini, or iPod Nano
- Microphone: Balanced XLR or 1/4 inch microphone
- Instrument: 1/4 inch jack for guitar, keyboard, other instrument, or second microphone
- CD/MP3 Player: RCA line level input for CD player, MP3 player, or other audio device
**When a 3rd generation iPod is used with this product, the iPod will not charge. Although 3rd generation iPods feature dock connectors, these iPods communicate via FireWire, not USB (which is used on all newer iPods). This difference makes it impossible for many products with dock connectors to provide a charge to 3rd Generation iPods.
See iPod Compatibility Chart (Found in the Documents section for full details).
Portable iPod PA system! The universal docking station plays backing tracks from any iPod, and the XLR/TRS combo jack puts you out front with a guitar, keyboard, or microphone. Two-way design with woofer and horn delivers clean, full-range sound, and the rechargeable battery lets you take it anywhere. Integrated wheels and retractable handle for easy transport, and the included microphone gets you rocking right out of the box!
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Ion Audio Block Rocker Portable PA with iPod Docking Reviews
3 out of 10
"Short-Lived"
Feature:
We had such high hopes of using it for family get togethers, school assemblies, and church functions...but it just didn't work. As promising as this product sounds, based on our experience it will be short-lived. Here are some facts about the unit and Ion Audio's business practices (as of 21Dec09) that you should know BEFORE PURCHASING: 1. 90 Day Warranty - that's about how long it took for our product to systematically malfunction. Our teenagers and we used the unit less than 10 times and never outdoors. You might even say it was pampered. And yet, it won't hold a charge and now emits no sound at all (regardless of the input device; in our case an iPod(G4 Nano, G1 iPod, and/or G2 iPod Video), microphone, and electric bass guitar). 2. Battery - oddly enough, according to Ion's own technical support staff (whose contact information was very difficult to find) you can NEVER overcharge the battery or allow it to drain completely, else the battery CANNOT BE REVIVED! Honestly, who builds batteries like that anymore or incorporates them into consumer electronics? We can't think of a single appliance that we own that doesn't self regulate. Furthermore, what human is so fastidious as to ever be able to monitor battery life with such expertise? Honestly, unless the device came with a meter, one would never know how close to overcharging or undercharging he actually is. And yet, one slip up and the unit is toast? That's an old-fashioned technology at best. 3. Repairability - finally, if you're going to install a battery of this sort or any other component that is likely to fail within 90 days, design and manufacture the unit in a repairman-friendly fashion(eg. easy to access compartments and swappable components). This unit required 22 wood screws to be removed for diagnostic purposes alone and nearly everything inside was soldered. As for the speaker, forget about ever getting to it without destroying the cabinet. You'll have to dissassemble the entire unit. Take our advice, stay away from this product until the company addresses these 3 basic issues. We still love the concept, but this product is poorly executed. (Note: As far as we can tell, the: (1) Ion Audio iPA03 Portable PA System, (2) Alesis Transactive Mobile/Portable PA System and (3) PYLE PCMX240I Battery Powered Portable PA System are identical and probably manufactured by the same company, so beware. A lemon by any other name is still a lemon.)
Quality:
The cabinet is well made, but the internal components are questionable. We experienced a complete systemic failure after 90 days.
Value:
If it works, great...but ours didn't so it was not money well spent.
Desirability:
It looks great and the feature set makes it very versatile.
Sound:
The music sounded better than the microphone, then it stopped emitting any sound at all.
Ease of Use:
No set up required, but when it malfunctions it quickly becomes a paper weight.
Support:
Very difficult to reach. With just a 90 day warranty, we strongly recommend that you purchase an extended warranty or stay away from this product line altogether. (Note: As far as we can tell, the: (1) Ion Audio iPA03 Portable PA System, (2) Alesis Transactive Mobile/Portable PA System and (3) PYLE PCMX240I Battery Powered Portable PA System are identical and probably manufactured by the same company, so beware. A lemon by any other name is still a lemon.)
Overall:
We are already disatisfied. While it's priced fairly, it's only cost effective if it works beyond 90 days.
We had such high hopes of using it for family get togethers, school assemblies, and church functions...but it just didn't work. As promising as this product sounds, based on our experience it will be short-lived. Here are some facts about the unit and Ion Audio's business practices (as of 21Dec09) that you should know BEFORE PURCHASING: 1. 90 Day Warranty - that's about how long it took for our product to systematically malfunction. Our teenagers and we used the unit less than 10 times and never outdoors. You might even say it was pampered. And yet, it won't hold a charge and now emits no sound at all (regardless of the input device; in our case an iPod(G4 Nano, G1 iPod, and/or G2 iPod Video), microphone, and electric bass guitar). 2. Battery - oddly enough, according to Ion's own technical support staff (whose contact information was very difficult to find) you can NEVER overcharge the battery or allow it to drain completely, else the battery CANNOT BE REVIVED! Honestly, who builds batteries like that anymore or incorporates them into consumer electronics? We can't think of a single appliance that we own that doesn't self regulate. Furthermore, what human is so fastidious as to ever be able to monitor battery life with such expertise? Honestly, unless the device came with a meter, one would never know how close to overcharging or undercharging he actually is. And yet, one slip up and the unit is toast? That's an old-fashioned technology at best. 3. Repairability - finally, if you're going to install a battery of this sort or any other component that is likely to fail within 90 days, design and manufacture the unit in a repairman-friendly fashion(eg. easy to access compartments and swappable components). This unit required 22 wood screws to be removed for diagnostic purposes alone and nearly everything inside was soldered. As for the speaker, forget about ever getting to it without destroying the cabinet. You'll have to dissassemble the entire unit. Take our advice, stay away from this product until the company addresses these 3 basic issues. We still love the concept, but this product is poorly executed. (Note: As far as we can tell, the: (1) Ion Audio iPA03 Portable PA System, (2) Alesis Transactive Mobile/Portable PA System and (3) PYLE PCMX240I Battery Powered Portable PA System are identical and probably manufactured by the same company, so beware. A lemon by any other name is still a lemon.)
Quality:
The cabinet is well made, but the internal components are questionable. We experienced a complete systemic failure after 90 days.
Value:
If it works, great...but ours didn't so it was not money well spent.
Desirability:
It looks great and the feature set makes it very versatile.
Sound:
The music sounded better than the microphone, then it stopped emitting any sound at all.
Ease of Use:
No set up required, but when it malfunctions it quickly becomes a paper weight.
Support:
Very difficult to reach. With just a 90 day warranty, we strongly recommend that you purchase an extended warranty or stay away from this product line altogether. (Note: As far as we can tell, the: (1) Ion Audio iPA03 Portable PA System, (2) Alesis Transactive Mobile/Portable PA System and (3) PYLE PCMX240I Battery Powered Portable PA System are identical and probably manufactured by the same company, so beware. A lemon by any other name is still a lemon.)
Overall:
We are already disatisfied. While it's priced fairly, it's only cost effective if it works beyond 90 days.
Submitted: 12/21/2009
Style of Music: Classic
8 out of 10
zZounds has verified that this customer bought this product from us.
"Packs a punch for $15 watts and looks gorgeous doing it."
Feature:
i didn't really need the mic that is included but am not complaining. I wish the wheels were bigger though--I have to walk a lot with my gear and this thing does not like brick sidewalks. but it is really no worse than carrying a heavy wheeled suitcase.
Quality:
The knobs seem a little cheap but other than that it seems well made.
Value:
It seemed pricey at first but now that I have started using it i think it is worth it.
Desirability:
It looks gorgeous!! White and silver. Very cat-proof. I cannot own carpeted speakers with 2 cats so this is perfect.
Sound:
The sound is great! packs a punch for 15 watts! Good bass response. No onboard EQ, but i just do that through my applications.
Ease of Use:
The manual is 2 pages--it just looks thick because it is multilingual. You really don't need anything more, just guidance for charging the battery.
Overall:
If I lost this item I would buy another one.
i didn't really need the mic that is included but am not complaining. I wish the wheels were bigger though--I have to walk a lot with my gear and this thing does not like brick sidewalks. but it is really no worse than carrying a heavy wheeled suitcase.
Quality:
The knobs seem a little cheap but other than that it seems well made.
Value:
It seemed pricey at first but now that I have started using it i think it is worth it.
Desirability:
It looks gorgeous!! White and silver. Very cat-proof. I cannot own carpeted speakers with 2 cats so this is perfect.
Sound:
The sound is great! packs a punch for 15 watts! Good bass response. No onboard EQ, but i just do that through my applications.
Ease of Use:
The manual is 2 pages--it just looks thick because it is multilingual. You really don't need anything more, just guidance for charging the battery.
Overall:
If I lost this item I would buy another one.
Submitted: 07/14/2008
Style of Music: Electronic
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