| Reviews : Soundcast ICO-411 Outcast (Grey) |
Technical Details
- All-weather, outdoor speaker system
- Includes iCast transmitter for use with the Apple iPod and connection of other audio devices -- MP3 players and computers -- using the auxiliary input/output jack
- Transmits signals up to 350 feet outdoors
- One 8-inch downward firing woofer; four 3-inch high frequency drivers in an omni-directional array and 100 watt digital amplifier
Product Description
OutCast is an all weather outdoor speaker system designed to provide high performance full range music in the yard or patio. It features an 8†downward firing woofer, four 3†high frequency drivers in an omni-directional array, a 100 watt digital amplifier and the Soundcast receiver. The OutCast is made of water resistant plastic and is designed to operate for up to 10 hours on the built-in, rechargeable battery pack. It has an internal AC power supply that can recharge the NiMH battery pack and operate the OutCast at the same time. As with SpeakerCast, the initial version of OutCast will include the iCast transmitter and be oriented to iPod users. This version of OutCast also has buttons for pause/play and track forward/track back for remote iPod operation. All OutCasts have controls for volume, on/off, and mood lighting. There is also an input jack for direct connection of an MP3 player, which should very useful during social gatherings when guests might wish to play music from their personal players.Similar Products
Customer Reviews
By S. McManus (Columbus, OH USA)
It's very easy to set up. The sound is great and fills the entire backyard and the backyard of my neighbors! You can "broadcast" easily from an iPod or another audio source (DVD, stereo, tv) with mini jack. I have 2 of these in my backyard to mask traffic noise that run off of one source. I actually had a problem with one of them when I purchased it and their customer service was excellent. They paid for UPS pick up and shipped me out a new one right away. I highly recommend.
By Jeff (Alabama)
These things are even better than I could imagine. I am somewhat a music quality snob so I was worried about the sound quality of wireless speakers. Well the folks at Soundcast have this new patented wireless technology that definiely works! I originally saw them when Googling and found a good review at AudioHolics.com - the review is here:
http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/soundcast-outcast-wireless-speaker
My experience has been GREAT! Easy to set up. Easy to use. The base truly thumps and they do not distort even at the highest volume level.
I have been using them around our pool. I bought two units because I wanted it to be really clear and really loud. Most applications will require only one of these babies. I have a very large pool deck - about 65' by 65' and these things completely fill the space with great sound.
I mostly use my ipod and it works great with the transmitter that comes with the speaker. You can also connect the transmitter to a computer or radio with a line out (headphone jack).
The battery charge definitely lasts 8-10 hours, even at higher volume levels and recharges in just 2-3 hours. Or you can just leave them plugged in. I have moved the speaker up to 150 ft away from transmitter and heard no degradation in sound. I have not tried further.
I can walk the very back of my lot and stand about 150' away from the speakers and can hear them clearly. WE have taken them to a lake house to use on the dock and to the beach. The really work great everywhere. And the build is very sturdy.
Trust me, these are the best wireless speakers I have ever heard. Just FYI, I have very high quality, audiophile home theatre systems in my house. These speakers compare favorably with my system that costs several thousand dollars.
By Cody (Texas, USA)
This is a great speaker. I Set it outside around the pool and it works great. I hook the transmitter to the computer inside, & this gives you endless possibilities of sirius online, xm, slacker.com, then dock your IPod to the transmitter and you can control your Ipod from the Patio or Pool. I was blown away, this is the coolest toy I've had in awhile, even works great indoors if you want to put music or even TV sound by your favorite chair.
By Scott Miyamoto (Orange, CA)
I was skeptical at spending this type of $$$ for speakers but I was looking for something I could use in multiple venues, wireless and had good sound quality. The Outcast out-performed my expectations and is worth every dollar. I justified spending the $$$ by realizing that I would not need to purchase an amplifier and install speakers in the Patio area or garage and just saving time in the install was reason enough. Plus, this system works flawlessly with my iPOD as I can goto the previous or next song from the unit at a distance of > 350'. The sound quality has remained constantly impressive even while I use this piece in my garage which is >100' away from the transmitter (Included). I have not tested the 350 avertised range but have not needed to go this far. Also, the battery life is excellent. I have not tested the 10 hour advertised rate, but have used the Outcast at a loud level poolside for ~7 hours without any fade to volume or sound quality. This product is the best on the market and should be at $700 but more importantly, these guys got it right when it comes to wireless quality.
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