The M650 Octiv Speaker System from Altec Lansing is a versatile 2.1 channel speaker system that lets you dock, charge and play your iPhone or iPod and even hook them up to your TV to enjoy your videos on the big screen. The unit features two full-range drivers and a nested subwoofer for balanced, powerful audio with extended bass. So while you're watching videos on your TV, you'll get the full experience with more robust sound than your portable devices are capable of providing.
By downloading a free app from the App Store, you can customize your music with a 7-band graphic equalizer with multiple presets and choose from a selection of relaxing ambient sounds and videos like ocean waves or the sound of rain. And when you get a call on your iPhone, no worries -- the music will pause so you can answer all your important phone calls even if you have the volume turned all the way up. Adjustments are easy with the onboard volume, bass and treble controls so you can tweak your sound. Or, if you're on the couch and want to navigate select iPod and iPhone features as well as system functions, the included remote can come in handy.
In addition to its sonic prowess, your new Octiv Docking Speaker System offers a sophisticated accent to any space. The unique wedge design means it carries a low profile to fit in tight spaces, but it's also unobtrusive. For an ideal companion for your iPod and iPhone with app-enhanced features, look no further than the M650 Octiv Docking Speaker System. It's even certified as "Made for iPod/iPhone" to ensure quality and compatibility with your Apple devices, so they'll be sure to get along.
(To install the app, make sure you are running iPhone OS 3.2 or later)
| Compatibility | iPod touch 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G; iPod classic, iPod with video, iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, 6G; iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, iPhone |
| Connectors |
RCA composite video output x 1 Component video jacks (1 set) x 1 |
| Drivers |
Two 3" (76 mm) full-range drivers One 4" (100 mm) down-firing subwoofer |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Power Requirements | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 13 x 2 x 6" (328 x 50 x 152 mm) |
| Weight | Not specified by manufacturer |
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I bought this for my wife so she could charge her Iphone and also listen to Pandora around the house. This speaker system is portable and sounds great. My wife loves it.
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Easy to use, love the remote, helps me demonstrate for students. Lightweight, easy fit anywhere.
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Sound is great, but the attachment for the ipod is flimsy and it stopped working after only one month
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I couldn't believe the sound! Especially for the price! And it even had a cord so if you upgrade to i-phone 5, your purchase is not obsolete! I would highly recommend this speaker system!
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I use this product with my iPod. I love the remote and the subwoofer. The remote is handy when you are sitting across the room and dont want to have to get up to change songs or volume. The subwoofer adds a good amount of bass and can be toned down if necessary. I do wish that the subwoofer had a cover over it, so I dont accidenatlly poke a hole in it when moving it. Overall I think it is a nice product that sounds great and is easy to use. It does seem to have some difficulty if you dont plug in the ipod before plugging in the speaker system to the outlet.
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Comments about Altec Lansing M650 Octiv Speaker System:
Compared to the many options in a pretty wide price range, nothing comes close to the Altec M650. Terrific quality at a terrific price. Strongly considered a Bose unit but very glad I went with the Octiv M650.
There is some truth to other comments about too much bass at times, but if you dial down the bass, the bass should not an issue for over 90% of your listening choices.
Even for a little more cost, wish it had an FM tuner and was wireless but still very happy with purchase.
Also, very happy ordering from B & H.
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Comments about Altec Lansing M650 Octiv Speaker System:
Sounds great.
Comes with free Apps - which take some configuration to make work
Too bassy out of the box. However - once you get the equalizer App working it's all very controllable
Had trouble geting App to function - but the overakk system performs well
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Comments about Altec Lansing M650 Octiv Speaker System:
I am disappointed in the design and function of this speaker.There is way too much base built into this speaker and it can't be adjusted very much. I can't even listen to a lot of music that has a slightly more than normal amount of base.
The woofer is mounted on the bottom of the speaker with no cover, so you need to be very careful when picking it up.
This speaker has no where near the sound I expected after reading CNET reviews.
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I bought this for my wife so she could charge her Iphone and also listen to Pandora around the house. This speaker system is portable and sounds great. My wife loves it.
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Comments about Altec Lansing M650 Octiv Speaker System:
Easy to use, love the remote, helps me demonstrate for students. Lightweight, easy fit anywhere.
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Comments about Altec Lansing M650 Octiv Speaker System:
Sound is great, but the attachment for the ipod is flimsy and it stopped working after only one month
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Comments about Altec Lansing M650 Octiv Speaker System:
I couldn't believe the sound! Especially for the price! And it even had a cord so if you upgrade to i-phone 5, your purchase is not obsolete! I would highly recommend this speaker system!
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Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Altec Lansing M650 Octiv Speaker System:
I use this product with my iPod. I love the remote and the subwoofer. The remote is handy when you are sitting across the room and dont want to have to get up to change songs or volume. The subwoofer adds a good amount of bass and can be toned down if necessary. I do wish that the subwoofer had a cover over it, so I dont accidenatlly poke a hole in it when moving it. Overall I think it is a nice product that sounds great and is easy to use. It does seem to have some difficulty if you dont plug in the ipod before plugging in the speaker system to the outlet.
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Best Uses
Comments about Altec Lansing M650 Octiv Speaker System:
Compared to the many options in a pretty wide price range, nothing comes close to the Altec M650. Terrific quality at a terrific price. Strongly considered a Bose unit but very glad I went with the Octiv M650.
There is some truth to other comments about too much bass at times, but if you dial down the bass, the bass should not an issue for over 90% of your listening choices.
Even for a little more cost, wish it had an FM tuner and was wireless but still very happy with purchase.
Also, very happy ordering from B & H.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Altec Lansing M650 Octiv Speaker System:
Sounds great.
Comes with free Apps - which take some configuration to make work
Too bassy out of the box. However - once you get the equalizer App working it's all very controllable
Had trouble geting App to function - but the overakk system performs well
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Altec Lansing M650 Octiv Speaker System:
I am disappointed in the design and function of this speaker.There is way too much base built into this speaker and it can't be adjusted very much. I can't even listen to a lot of music that has a slightly more than normal amount of base.
The woofer is mounted on the bottom of the speaker with no cover, so you need to be very careful when picking it up.
This speaker has no where near the sound I expected after reading CNET reviews.
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