mStation Orb 2.1 Stereo

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Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 26 reviews of mStation Orb 2.1 Stereo. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Views about the reliability and usability are on the whole positive. The size and design also get good views, whereas many are critical about the price.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of mStation Orb 2.1 Stereo from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : PCMag Staff (pcmag.com)

mStation 2.1 Stereo Tower

Preview of the mStation 2.1 Stereo Tower.

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Apr, 2008

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Expert review by : Jasmine France (cnet.com)

mStation 2.1 Tower Speaker System w/ iPod Dock review: mStation 2.1 Tower Speaker System w/ iPod Dock

mStation 2.1 Tower Speaker System w/ iPod Dock

The mStation 2.1 Stereo Tower offers a unique design and plenty of low-end boom. It includes a built-in iPod dock and an auxiliary line input for any other audio source. Plus, it gets really loud.

The mStation 2.1 Stereo Tower is pricey, and it suffers from janky construction.

The mStation 2.1 Stereo Tower offers an alternative design befitting a home office or dorm, but it packs enough punch to rock a room many times that size.

Mar, 2008

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mStation 2.1 Stereo Tower Review

It's hard to feel luke-warm about the iPod. You either hate it or love it. The hundreds of iPod-centric devices and gadgets which have hit the market in the past several years since the debut of the

Lots of low-end extension ; Beautiful finish and elegant form factor ; Fits almost any style iPod or MP3 player ; Slick control surface ; USB and audio inputs

Distorts at high volume ; Mediocre remote ; Poor stereo imaging

As I've stated to death, this is a fun system. Placement is crucial for keeping the bass in control, but overall this is simply an easy-to-use iPod sound system that will allow most users to dock and play. I could see this stereo system occupying many...

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Expert review by : Bob Buskirk (thinkcomputers.org)

mStation 2.1 Stereo Tower

We have taken a look at quite a few iPod speaker systems, but none like the 2.1 Stereo Tower from mStation. It is quite a large system and will definitely catch someone's attention when they walk in the room. It is also one of the most expensive iPod...

Great sound ; Subwoofer really packs a punch ; Sleek design ; Can be used to sync with iTunes ; Included remote

Satellite speakers are very close so there is not much sound separation

There are many iPod speakers systems out there, but the stereo tower is unique. There are only a few other systems that have a tower-type design and mStation has done a great job on the stereo tower. The sleek design will definitely catch the attention...

Oct, 2008

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Expert review by : Consumer Guide (howstuffworks.com)

mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb Review and Prices

The mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb is a fun iPod accessory. With its globe-like shape, candy colors and dedicated subwoofer, it's not just a pretty trinket to place on a shelf, but one that produces some pretty respectable sound for the price.

Colorful design, fair basic sound

Muffled sound without bass adjustment

Jul, 2008

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Expert review by : Bob Buskirk (thinkcomputers.org)

mStation Orb 2.1 Stereo Speaker System for iPod

Without a doubt the iPod is the most popular MP3 player out there. If someone you know has an MP3 player most likely it is an iPod. With the popularity of the iPod there are a plethora of accessories made specifically for the iPod. None is more popular...

Stylish look, - Great Sound, - Works with iPhone, - Can be used with other players (via line in)

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If you think that all iPod speaker systems are cheap, then think again! The Orb 2.1 stereo speaker system from mStation is definitely not cheap. It has a great sound that makes it worth the $129.95 that mStation is asking for it. Not only that it is...

Jul, 2008

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Expert review by : Dan Cohen (geardiary.com)

Review: mStation 2.1 Stereo Tower

When I was a young child my family living room was dominated by a large piece of wooden furniture at least 3 1/2 feet high and 6-9 feet long. Inside was the “Hi-Fi” as my parents' referred to it. It consisted of three sections. The first section...

Jul, 2008

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Expert review by : SHAUN CONLIN (evergeek.com)

2.1 Stereo Orb

If you're a sucker for over-sized Christmas baubles worthy of year-round display, check out mStation's 2.1 Stereo Orb, a whimsical little sound systems that also happens to be perfectly simpatico with the stark white Nintendo Wii.

If you're looking for a bit more beefcake from your television and/or gaming audio, mStation has a couple of self-contained 2.1 stereo systems ready to flesh out the kabooms and clangs left wanting when emanating from just TV speakers. The mStation 2.1...

Jun, 2008

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Expert review by : Dan Shannon (techwarelabs.com)

mStation Orb 2.1 Stereo

Introduction Today we take a look at the mStation 2.1 Orb Stereo. Have you ever been in the kitchen or bedroom and had the urge to listen to your iPod. Sure you could turn on your computer and listen to music, but it may not be convenient to turn it...

In conclusion, the mStation 2.1 Orb Stereo is an amazing piece of equipment. For only $129.95 you get more than a "bang for your buck". The Orb can be connected to your computer and synced with your iPod while docked. If you are looking for a docking...

May, 2008

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Expert review by : Galen Wood (macnn.com)

Review: mStation 2.1 Stereo Tower

Free-standing modern robust sound system for your iPod or computer.

Outstanding audio quality. Attractive modern design. Excellent build quality. Excellent value. Very small footprint

The price may intimidate some, but I think that $300 is an excellent value for the system, due to the pros mentioned above

mStation is not a household word in stereo sound, but this is my second great experience with one of their products. One word describes their stereo product line: Excellent. The gray and black aluminum mStation 2.1 Stereo Tower is almost all me

Apr, 2008

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