Testseek.com have collected 24 expert reviews of the mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb and the average rating is 77%. Scroll down and see all reviews for mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb.
July 2008
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The editors liked
Crisp Clear Sound
Bass and Treble controls
Small footprint
2.1 Design has dedicated "subwoofer"
Fits many iPods
USB 2.0 and Firewire connections
Controls on Orb as well as remote
Remote control
Line in for use with other devices
Charges docked iPod. Midrange tones sound good.
Great design
Lots of connections
Great sound quality
Independent volume control
2.1 Stereo Speakers in a small package
Seven color options
Acts as speakers and dock
USB and Firewire Connections
Colorful design
Fair basic sound
Solid construction. Great aesthetics. Rich
Deep bass. FireWire port for older iPod models. Includes USB cable and stereo miniplug cable.
A good and fairly compact all-in-one iPod docking speaker system that can also serve as a computer synchronizing dock and auxiliary audio performer
Thanks to included USB and audio cables. Also includes functional 10-button remote control with indepen...
The mStation Stereo Orb features a fun and colorful design
Comes with a handy remote
And offers solid sound quality with tons of bass. The speaker is compatible with any audio source via the auxiliary line input.
Fun
Compact spherical design
Good
Enjoyable sound
Works with nearly all iPods
Including older Firewire versions
Bass and Treble controls on remote
Easy to use
Well made
Dual connections to act as dock/sync
Numerous color choices
Works with other devices with 3.5mm jack
Portable
Stylish look
Great Sound
Works with iPhone
Can be used with other players (via line in)
Good sound quality
Small size
10 key remote
Lots of colors to choose from
Integrated controls and docking station
The editors didn't like
Limited functionality with other devices
Sound a little "hollow" and weak
Remote has limited angle and range
Dock connector feels a bit flimsy
Cant connect to Mac for syncing with iTunes. Audio lacks warmth. No remote.
No display
Flat Sounding out of the box
No battery option.
Muffled sound without bass adjustment
None of the buttons on the Orb or remote light up.
Audio quality is good
But not great for the asking price
Bass distorts fairly quickly when turned up
And treble needs to be adjusted from the default level to make sound compare well with competing options. At higher levels
Treble adjustment enhanc...
The default treble setting for the Stereo Orb makes music sound muffled
And bass can be distorted if set too high for certain songs. The iPod doesnt fit securely in the cradle.
Not for audiophiles
Remote is way too big
No video out port for modern iPods
2.1 Stereo Speakers in a small package, Seven color options, Acts as speakers and dock, USB and Firewire Connections
Flat Sounding out of the box, No battery option.
The mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb is a unique appearing speaker set which performs well for its price range. Although one will need to tweak the treble and bass upon first listening, it does sound comparable to most lower end iPod speakers. Part of the mSta...
Great design, Lots of connections, Great sound quality, Independent volume control
No display
While most mp3 player speaker systems are boxy, the Orb stands out not only in design, but performance. With all the connections needed, the Orb is a great buy for anyone looking for an mp3 player desktop speaker with good sound and fashionable appeal....
The mStation Stereo Orb features a fun and colorful design, comes with a handy remote, and offers solid sound quality with tons of bass. The speaker is compatible with any audio source via the auxiliary line input.
The default treble setting for the Stereo Orb makes music sound muffled, and bass can be distorted if set too high for certain songs. The iPod doesnt fit securely in the cradle.
The mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb is a fun speaker docking solution for iPod owners who want their digital audio systems to stand out from the crowd.
Abstract: mStation Orb By John Virata mStations Stereo Orb is the most unique looking iPod speaker system Ive come across, as it is shaped like an Orb. Think Crystal ball without the crystal, or bowling ball. priced at $129, the Orb combines desktop docking s...
Abstract: The mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb is a one-piece speaker and docking system for iPods (and other devices). While it looks more or less like a colored bowling ball, it is actually a decent compact stereo system available in seven spiffy colors: Photo courtes...
Abstract: First of all: let me admit that I had my doubts about the audio quality of mStation’s 2.1 Stereo Orb speaker system for the iPod. My first impression was that the system, which looks like a bowling ball, was designed more to look “cute&rdquo...
Abstract: Orb. mStation provided a bright green Orb for our evaluation. The unit ships with six different docking inserts for all current iPod models except the latest Gen 3 iPod "video" nano, but G3nano is so small it will work in one or more of the included i...
Fun, compact spherical design
Good, enjoyable sound
Works with nearly all iPods, including older Firewire versions
Bass and Treble controls on remote
Not for audiophiles
Remote is way too big
No video out port for modern iPods
The mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb-U is a fun little iPod speaker system, ideal for use in dorm rooms, small offices, art studios, kids rooms, etc. The system produces good sound from such a compact little body. And though it wont appeal to any serious audio...
