The ISX-800 Floor-Standing Speaker (Purple) from Yamaha is more than a speaker dock, it's more than an FM radio -- it's a work of art. Featuring a minimal design and provided stand, it can function as the centerpiece of any room. You can even mount it on the wall if you want, using an optional bracket. Since you can route cables through the center of the stand, a clean and finished appearance is ensured.
But in addition to its design, this floor speaker is built to deliver outstanding audio no matter what you're listening to. The two-way speaker system features two tweeters and woofers for powerful, expansive bass and precise treble. It also has a three-band equalizer that lets you tweak the sound for the specific type of music you're enjoying, or just change it to whatever you prefer.
While many speakers offer limited choices, you've definitely got options with the ISX-800. First and foremost, you can dock your iPod or iPhone right into the top for a digital connection. You can play CDs, listen to FM radio (there's five presets for convenience), or connect additional devices to the USB port. That's not all; it also has an aux-in terminal so you can connect additional audio devices like a CD player, smartphone or tablet. And if you already have an app that streams Internet radio, well, you should be set with some tunes for quite awhile.
With this speaker, you even get to choose how you'll see the time. There's a digital clock that lets you pick a number display or a combination of numbers and an indicator. The auto dimmer function adjusts the brightness of the display to match the brightness of your room.
One last feature that makes the ISX-800 very useful: a built-in alarm with snooze button. It even features Yamaha's IntelliAlarm so you can ease into the day gently accompanied by the audio source of your choice. You won't have to be bombarded with jarring high frequencies first thing in the morning, because the system filters these out. Gradually, it expands to the full audio spectrum and then begins to beep to rouse you out of bed. For a harmonious marriage of form and function, look no further than the ISX-800 Floor-Standing Speaker.