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Usually ships in 1-2 business days | | | | | | Polk iSonic ES2 is not your traditional clock radio. It's an HD-Radio that receives AM/FM signals in digital High-Definition. That means the sound from AM and FM is superior to that of any other radio. In addition, those stations that broadcast in HD deliver many other programming features not found on standard AM/FM. And there's no subscription fee required. All you need is an HD Radio and the iSonic ES2 is it and more.
Polk's I-Sonic ES2 includes a second generation HD Radio tuner with full multicasting. With its advanced acoustical system, Digital Signal Processing, and new HD Radio tuner technology, the I-Sonic ES2 is the highest performing self-contained HD Radio product on the market. The I-Sonic ES2 accepts all iPod models with dock connectors in its top-mounted iPod dock hidden beneath a sliding door. S-Video and composite video outputs allow the user to connect a television or video monitor to the IES2 for viewing video content stored on a video iPod. The I-Sonic ES2 introduces a new music discovery feature from Apple called iTunes Tagging which makes it simple to buy songs you hear on HD Radio stations. The iTunes Tag button on the I-Sonic ES2's front panel and remote control allows you to "tag" songs broadcast by HD Radio stations. The I-Sonic ES2 stores information about the tagged songs to its memory and transfers the tags to an iPod* when docked. When you sync your iPod with your computer, iTunes automatically presents the songs in a new Tagged play-list for you to preview, buy, and download. iTunes Tagging is a great way to discover new music and add it to one's collection.
Whether you enjoy listening to radio at all hours or merely want to awaken or doze off to it, the Polk Audio iSonic ES2 elevates your experience. | | | |
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| $499.00 | |
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| $349.00 | |
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| | Product Details | | Product Length: | 14.25 inches | | Product Width: | 9.5 inches | | Product Height: | 4.9 inches | | Product Weight: | 8.0 pounds | | Package Length: | 19.5 inches | | Package Width: | 12.8 inches | | Package Height: | 8.2 inches | | Package Weight: | 10.4 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 9 reviews |
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| | Features | HD radio receiver with iTunes taggingFour speakers with the exclusive Polk Audio I-Sonic technology for room-filling 360-degree stereo soundiPod video out via composite or S-video outputs (No video for iPhone or iPod Touch)Top mounted iPod dock hidden behind a sliding door with iPod charging while dockedPatented PowerPort venting technology
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1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 Wow! Thank you Polk. Dec 23, 2008
I am typically not a review writer, but felt compelled to write a review after being so pleased with this purchase.
Polk continues to put out a great product far superior to anything out there. This product is no exception. I purchased this for my office but after I heard the exceptional quality I am putting this in my bedroom and seriously considering buying a second to put in my office as origianlly intended.
The sound is so crisp and clear and the bass is perfect. The highs, lows and midranges are true. The set-up is simple and the operation is intuitive. I could not be happier with this product. The ipod sounds awesome when played through this. Crystal clear. I was very impressed with th HD radio sound quality as well. This sounds as good at quiet volumes as it does turned up. Not quite as good as the Ipod, but close. This has to be the most power and quality that you can put into something this size. This is the best $350 I have spent in a long time and I would highly recommend this purchase. Like I said, I am seriously considering buying a second one so that I can have one at the home and office. Definately worth it!
Great job Polk and Amazon!
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
Great system Dec 01, 2008
I enjoy this system tremendously. Sounds great for such a small package. The firmware was outdated when I received it, and I quickly found out that Polk Audio no longer provides the firmware on their website for download. It seems too many people were having issues flashing the ROM. Basically because 1) they didn't read the directions and use a memory stick < 1Gb, and 2) if they had other files on the memory stick the I-Sonic would get a bit confused. I called Polk Audio and insisted they email me the firmware (They wanted to mail me a memory stick). I performed the upgrade without any problems using an old 128Mb stick I had lying around (made sure nothing else was on it). So you should be able to request the same from Polk Audio.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
Polk I-Sonic ES2 Nov 09, 2008
First off, I would state that I am not an expert audiophile. Impressive sound for its size, however it does not sound better than a real home stereo system. I guess I was expecting a tiny bit more, due to some of the hype and other reviews. It plays fairly loud without distortion. I would say that the sound is clear, but lacking some fullness that would make it exceptional. It can easily fill a small room. The rear firing speakers do allow for less directional sound, so can sound ok from different listening locations, but of course you will not get great separation from a small box. Remote is quite small, but is ok.
I think the unit is a little pricy, especially since it does not include CD or DVD player. I bought this unit mainly to play music from MP3 player and will probably connect DVD/CD player. I wanted the best sound without having a big system to set up and take up a lot of room.
So, for someone who wants the best sound in a very small size, this would fit the bill. Again, just dont expect it to sound as good a real home theater system or stereo.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Not a pig in a polk Oct 06, 2008
This is a really nice device. The HD radio works quite well and the iPod dock is top notch. Highly recomended.
6 of 8 found the following review helpful:
NO CD/DVD Sep 06, 2008
Contrary to the product description, this product does NOT contain the CD/DVD player of the original I-Sonic. You may confirm this in the chart at the bottom of:
http://www.polkaudio.com/homeaudio/isonic/
This useful chart also compares the features of competing products.
[I have no personal experience with the product, so I put in the current average rating.]
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