Originally Posted By Big Thunder actually I didn't realize that Dave, I thought you were referring to one from Crutchfield, they offer Monster. the other thing I have thought about, but not in any big hurry for, is a boom box, my friend's mom works at Apple, at work she won an apple ipod boom box [she said it's actually made by Bose] it sounded pretty good. The only negative with that though is that it is dedicated to ipod. The ideal thing for me would be a Sirius/ipod/AM-FM radio boom box to carry around outside, picnics, beach, etc.
Originally Posted By peeaanuut Dave: Its called Apple TV. iTV was a pre-launch rumor name. The iTV is a set of cables similar to the apple A/V cable, that is produced by Monster. A great set of cables, but not a dock of any kind. BT: they are a good place to start with to simply hook up and play your ipod. Especially if you are watching videos or playing long play lists. And I think, but dont quote me, you can purchase the basic apple iPod dock if you want a stand for the iPod and that cable should be compatible. But don't quote me.
Originally Posted By Big Thunder well, the cable came in while I was out of town [I love coming home to packages] Excited, I hooked up my vintage stereo that I haven't used in years along with my beloved Bose 901 direct reflecting speakers. I am very disappointed, after plugging everything in, double checking all cables and wires, making sure the EQ was set up right, trying different speaker wire, etc. I couldn't figure out why the sound was terrible. I eventually pulled the back cover off the speakers, and I was devastated, the foam surrounds are rotted, they break to the touch. foam surrounds eventually rot, and since I've had these about 30 years I guess it's to be expected. I haven't used them in many years. Mrs Thunder reminded me that they are old and things wear out. She's right, I'm just bummed. In all the years I haven't used this system, I now terribly miss the quality sound it produced. oh well
Originally Posted By peeaanuut sounds like a reason to upgrade!!! Thats the excuse I use with Jayna anyways. lol bummer about the speakers going out though.
Originally Posted By Big Thunder I contemplated upgrading, buying a whole new system, but frankly don't need one. This system was my old system from before i was married. I basically just wanted to hook it all up again and have something to play old vinyl on. I like the classic system sound on older vinyl. Anyway, I googled my speakers and found that kits are available to replace the form surround suspension. Or, you can take in your speakers and they will do it. I opted to give it a try myself, and I bought the cloth surrounds instead of foam which are supposed to last long. I was sorta nervous doing this project myself as I had never done it before. However I also figured "heck their not working now anyway" and if I mess them up I can either take them in for about $400 and get rebuilt or buy new ones. I was very pleased with the outcome, I received the kit, fairly simple instructions, called their tech service dept for some advice, and did it myself. It took a few hours but I am amazed at how great they sound, just like brand new again Now I want the better dock and will use this ITV cable on the other TV/Audio surround system. I just need a dock or cable for the car now
