Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker
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The AW825 from Acoustic Research is a high-quality wireless outdoor speaker that makes it easy to enjoy your favorite songs practically anywhere. The speaker features a stylish lantern-style design with a classic aged copper look. The speaker has a pair of 3" woofers and a pair of 2" tweeters to provide clear sound with a wide frequency response.
The included 900MHz wireless transmitter can connect to your home stereo, computer, MP3 player, or other device to send stereo audio up to 150' to the speaker. There are 3 selectable broadcast channels, with push button auto-lock tuning. The speaker has a left/right/mono switch, letting you choose to use it as a stand-alone speaker, or with additional speakers. The speaker can run on AC power or on batteries for terrific versatility.
- Stylish lantern-style design with classic aged copper coloring
- Dual 3" woofers, dual 2" tweeters, and a 5W RMS amplifier provide strong, clear omnidirectional audio with a wide frequency response
- 900MHz wireless transmitter connects to virtually any stereo audio source and sends the signal up to 150' to the speaker
- 3 selectable broadcast channels, with push button auto-lock tuning
- Automatic level control for perfect volume
- Left/right/mono switch for stand-alone or stereo performance 1
- Speaker operates on AC power or 6 AA batteries for terrific versatility
| Woofer | 2 x 3" (76mm) Woofers |
| Tweeter | 2 x 2" (51mm) Tweeters |
| Output Power | 5W RMS |
| Wireless Range | 150' |
| Power |
120VAC 6 x AA Batteries |
| Dimensions | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Weight | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 26 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attractive (20)
- Great sound quality (17)
- Good power output (15)
- Easy to set up (14)
- Easy to mount (11)
Cons
- Poor battery life (4)
Best Uses
- Outdoors (21)
- Home (11)
- Multiple rooms / whole house (8)
- Smaller rooms / apartments (7)
- Basic systems (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Tech savvy (12), Practical (9), Audiophile (5), Technically challenged (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (18), Yes (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Product
This speaker does exactly what I needed it to do which is play music outside while I am sitting on the deck or BBQing. The sound is very nice, the transmit range is great ...Read complete review
This speaker does exactly what I needed it to do which is play music outside while I am sitting on the deck or BBQing. The sound is very nice, the transmit range is great and it looks nice to boot. This is a good choice for a wireless speaker.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Easy Setup, Work OK
Got a pair of these for use on my patio. These replaced a system that used an Amphony wireless system with a 20 W stereo amp outside that I had placed in a weather proof...Read complete review
Got a pair of these for use on my patio. These replaced a system that used an Amphony wireless system with a 20 W stereo amp outside that I had placed in a weather proof electrical box, driving Advent all weather speakers. Unfortunately I'd overheated the Amphony receiver/amp. The AR's work and were easy to set up. They look nice suspended from wrought iron hooks on my patio uprights. Only complaint: they sound pretty tinny. OK for background music, but I am disappointed in the sound quality.
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
- Poor Sound Quality
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
Got a pair of these for use on my patio. These replaced a system that used an Amphony wireless system with a 20 W stereo amp outside that I had placed in a weather proof electrical box, driving Advent all weather speakers. Unfortunately I'd overheated the Amphony receiver/amp. The AR's work and were easy to set up. They look nice suspended from wrought iron hooks on my patio uprights. Only complaint: they sound pretty tinny. OK for background music, but I am disappointed in the sound quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy to Mount
- Easy To Set Up
- Good Power Output
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
I bought these because my wife has a tendency to like to sit out on the deck and open either the french doors to the kitchen or living room to watch her "pertinent" TV outside. I don't like the fact that some flys get in, or that we are cooling the great outdoors. With these, she can keep the doors shut and still watch her shows outside. The sound is not perfect, but as good as can be expected, and we have not had a problem with them eating through batteries. I have the transmitter plugged in to the satellite box in the guest bedroom, so the TV in that room doesn't even have to be on, just have the box set to the channel you want to hear outside, be it the kitchen or living room. They look nice also. All in all, I am very happy with them.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Good Power Output
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Basic Systems
- Multiple Rooms / Whole House
- Outdoors
- Smaller Rooms
- Very Portable
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
I wanted to hear Pandora and internet radio stations like WFMU (a shout out to Fool's Paradise!) outdoors and all over our 2 story house and basement. Well it worked fine and the improved bass (our iMac has nice sound, but only goes so loud) makes me use it in the same room as the computer.
When I tried it with batteries, it seemed to be a teeny bit fussy, but I moved it over 3 feet and it worked just fine again. Now I don't know how long the batteries will go, but they survived a 4 hour party and I haven't changed them yet. I also like the small footprint of the transmitter and my wife is still raving about how cute the lantern look is.
This unit is such a big improvement over similar models. I would recommend it to anyone who wants instant wireless sound. It also sounded great plugged into the headphone jack of my stereo. I'm thinking about getting a second one for our next large party as we have a smoking section that could use some music!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Mini phono adapter
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Good Power Output
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
It came fast and on time, we have spent twice the amount and not as good. Good sound, long battery life and nice looking
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy to Mount
- Easy To Set Up
- Good Power Output
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Multiple Rooms / Whole House
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
Bought 2 speakers and they work perfectly. Set up was easy. Just remember to turn up the volume on your source for music as you may think they are not on the correct channel when they are. They work great both inside and outside of the house. Highly recommend and the price from B&H couldn't be beat. Came well packaged. Would buy from again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound Quality
- Well made for outdoors
Cons
- Dont 4 get to turn off
Best Uses
- Home
- Multiple Rooms / Whole House
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
WE have had these speakers for several years now all of our friends comment about the great sound and Portability of them around our pool and when entaining out side...its gotten now we give them as gifts on special occasions a truely affordable and useful gift for family and friends. The only problem we have had with them is forgetting to turn it off...the batteries will die if you don't turn them off.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy to Mount
- Easy To Set Up
- Good Power Output
Cons
- Poor Battery Life
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
I am using two of these around my hot tub. They are pretty good but don't expect perfect for this price. But for my needs they serve the purpose. I have hooked up my iPod with them and by adjutsing the settings there you can enhance the sound more. Look great too!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Good Power Output
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Theater
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
We use the speaker outside our motor home and the sound is very clear and strong. Just exactly what we were looking for.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
Surpassed my expectations in terms of sound quality....I have a discerning ear for good quality audio, and this is that! It is also capable of pretty loud volumes which i was concerned about before I got, as I live on a loud road. Looks aesthetically pleasing, only negative might be that the power cord seems pretty "indoor" and not like a thick outdoor cord. Great wireless connection, never any static.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Good Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
I bought this as a present for my Dad and it was perfect for use on the deck and all over the property. Extremely easy to hook up, looks great, Sound is good and the range seems to be as advertised. Not extremely powerful, but perfect for casual listening all over the yard.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
- Poor Sound Quality
- Weak Bass
Best Uses
- Smaller Rooms
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
not good for outside use unless you don't mind sitting within close range. as you increase the volume the sound gets distorted.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy to Mount
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Multiple Rooms / Whole House
- Outdoors
- Smaller Rooms
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
The speakers are great the only complaint i would have on them is that the wireless signal gets interrupted easily so your placement of the wireless box is important.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Clear and Strong
- Easy to Mount
- Easy To Set Up
- Good Power Output
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
I bought this for our church and hung it up outside playing worship music. Most of our people are in their sixties and seventies, they loved it and thought it was a great idea. It sets the tone for worship before you enter the church building. It is very loud and clarity is awesome across our parking lot. Thank you B and H.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Multiple Rooms / Whole House
- Outdoors
- Smaller Rooms
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
The wireless functions work very well. Very easy to setup and in fact we have 6 of these speakers connected at 3 different locations. They work great. We have not had any intereferences either from other devices.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Mount
- Good Power Output
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
I use it to broadcast my XM radio to remote parts of the house and out into the yard. The Audio quality is good. The range is about 100 feet through 2 walls. This model is only mono. They do make a stereo unit also (this unit you get both L & R mixed to the speakers.. The unit is AC or battery powered 4 AA. The battery life us unknown as of yet, I got 10 hours on it and still going.
FYI B&H had the best price!
Mike C.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy Setup
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
For the money and what this items does it's great. My sister has one and we've used it at the Lake. We take the speaker outside of the camper and listen to music all day. It's lightweight and easy to use. I bought one for my mom at Christmas. She loves it because no matter where she is, outside or inside she now has her favorite music!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Good Power Output
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
works great, clear sound. have to get another one for lake house.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy Setup
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
Out by my hot tub. Nice quality for what it is. Very fucntional and good sound...not audiophile like, but who would expect that.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Mount
- Good Power Output
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
- No wireless controller
Best Uses
- Home
- Multiple Rooms / Whole House
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
The only thing I would want the next time I order a wireless remote speaker is a wireless controller.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
- Poor Battery Life
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about Acoustic Research AW825 Wireless Outdoor Lantern Speaker:
This is great for a back yard or patio setting with your music coming from a computer. I hooked up itunes or Pandora and ran to this. Sound is good - these aren't BOSE but respectable. I am thinking of adding a 2nd for stereo. Plug and play - no install issues at all. Battery life is short so it is best to plug in or keep rechargeable batteries around.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Batteries & Chargers
- Price: $3.99
- GBP 2.55
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- Original: $13.99
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- Price: $12.59
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Cables & Adapters
- Price: $3.99
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What's in the Box
- Wireless Transmitter
- 2 x Power Adapters
- Stereo Mini Cable
- User Manual
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
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