please compare squeezebox to networked itunes In my home, I've been playing itunes using an airport express hooked up to speakers. I can even control things with an iTouch or iPhone using "remote" What would I gain by using this product? please compare squeezebox to networked itunes In my home, I've been playing itunes using an airport express hooked up to speakers. I can even control things with an iTouch or iPhone using... » Read More please compare squeezebox to networked itunes In my home, I've been playing itunes using an airport express hooked up to speakers. I can even control things with an iTouch or iPhone using "remote" What would I gain by using this product? « Show Less
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Good point. I am on the verge of buying 2 of the airport express. One for the living room and the other for my bedroom. The one difference I would see is that airport express has only a single Analog out (RCA jack).. while compared to this squeeze box - as optical out and L/R output. Before I drop $200 on two of the airport express , curious to know how squeeze box is better than airport express.
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If you are fanatical about audio quality the digital outputs will allow you to use an outboard DAC.
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" thomman says: How about using a smart phone / PDA (such as Nokias or iPod Touch) that has applications to stream internet radio stations and it wont cost as much as this logitech. Or did I miss anything here? "Yes, you are missing:- superior audio output to your stereo (better DAC, better audio outs, analog or digital)- lossless audio- access to your entire music library- control playback (IR remote, WiFi remote, any computer on your network)- synced audio playback to as many players as you wish to own- access to numerous Music Services through a single user interface " thomman says: How about using a smart phone / PDA (such as Nokias or iPod Touch) that has applications to stream internet radio stations and it wont cost as much as this logitech. Or did I miss anything here? "Yes, you are missing:- superior audio output to your stereo (better DAC, better audio outs, analog or digital)- lossless audio- access to your entire music library- control playback (IR remote, WiFi remote, any computer on your network)- synced audio playback to as many players as you wish to own- access to numerous Music... » Read More " thomman says: How about using a smart phone / PDA (such as Nokias or iPod Touch) that has applications to stream internet radio stations and it wont cost as much as this logitech. Or did I miss anything here? "Yes, you are missing:- superior audio output to your stereo (better DAC, better audio outs, analog or digital)- lossless audio- access to your entire music library- control playback (IR remote, WiFi remote, any computer on your network)- synced audio playback to as many players as you wish to own- access to numerous Music Services through a single user interface « Show Less
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The quality of the squeezebox output would be a lot better than the airport.
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The squeezebox players can each pay a different playlist, song, etc. So if you want to pay different selections in different rooms it works. Last I checked, which has admittedly been a while, Apple couldn't do this. Also, it works with an unlimited number of tracks which was important for me. The roku couldn't handle all the tracks I have.
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How about using a smart phone / PDA (such as Nokias or iPod Touch) that has applications to stream internet radio stations and it wont cost as much as this logitech. Or did I miss anything here?
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The airport express has optical output too - it's called Mini Toslink, and it uses the same output 'hole' as the analog out. Just search for the Toslink to Mini plug on monoprice. With this you can use the outboard DAC just like the squeezebox. I have mine going to an AVR optical input - controlled from non-apple computer as well as iPhone Remote - and it works great! Only advantage I see of SB is that it can access internet radio stations through the same unit.
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I believe this only works if you're using the Remote app to send music from iTunes (playing on a separate computer) to the Express.
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You need the previous version of the airport express (Models M9470LL/A or MB321LL/A). The newest model of airport express will not physically fit into the speaker unit. Yes, any iPod or iPhone or iPad will be compatible. You simply airplay to the airport express that is embedded in the speaker.
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Yes. You would need a volume control knob between the amp and the speaker. There is a Gain potentiometer that you can set, but I use an Airport Express as an input for each zone so you can control the volume from your iPhone/iPad/etc. The amp doesn't have a built-in remote volume feature just because it's unnecessary.
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Hi Susan, you can use this to connect to itunes. However, connecting this to your PC/MacBook will not give you internet access. This is a form of "tethering". You may want to research this on the net. Lastly, check with your wireless service for a "hotspot" plan... of course and unfortunately, there's a monthly fee for that plus equipment. Good luck! Aloha!
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Airplay is an Apple technology (analogous to BT) that allows your iPhone, iPad, iPod or Mac computer to connect wirelessly to the SANS500 - if you are using Pandora or iTunes, you are employing AirPlay to make the connection to you speaker. I have a new SB6121 modem and a newer router - all other connectivity is fine. I'm pretty sure the problem I'm having is with the SA-NS410 speaker. Perhaps it is unique to my unit - but it does make it almost unusable since I cannot rely on the connection from day to day. If you like the sound of the SANS500, you'd probably be happy with the SA-NS410. By the way, I have updated the firmware, but the problem has persisted for me. Airplay is an Apple technology (analogous to BT) that allows your iPhone, iPad, iPod or Mac computer to connect wirelessly to the SANS500 - if you are using Pandora or iTunes, you are employing AirPlay to make the connection to you speaker. I have a new SB6121 modem and a newer router - all other connectivity is fine. I'm pretty sure the problem I'm having is with the SA-NS410 speaker. Perhaps it is unique to my unit - but it does make it almost unusable since I cannot rely on the connection from day to day. If you like the sound of the SANS500, you'd probably be happy with the SA-NS410. By... » Read More Airplay is an Apple technology (analogous to BT) that allows your iPhone, iPad, iPod or Mac computer to connect wirelessly to the SANS500 - if you are using Pandora or iTunes, you are employing AirPlay to make the connection to you speaker. I have a new SB6121 modem and a newer router - all other connectivity is fine. I'm pretty sure the problem I'm having is with the SA-NS410 speaker. Perhaps it is unique to my unit - but it does make it almost unusable since I cannot rely on the connection from day to day. If you like the sound of the SANS500, you'd probably be happy with the SA-NS410. By the way, I have updated the firmware, but the problem has persisted for me. « Show Less
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I can't speak to iOS but there is a fantastic Android app that I use all the time. Much better than buying remote controls. The VortexBox also has its own "player" where you can feed into local amplified speakers. But what I do is to use the network drive sharing capability of VortexBox to play music on any computer in the house using a media player.
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I can only play multiple speakers from my laptop. I presently have 4 different Airplay speaks that I can play simultaneously (2 are Phillips, 2 are another brand). Can also play a powered subwoofer through the audio output jack on my laptop. However, can only play one speaker through my iPhone or iPad. Wish there was a program update that will allow me to play multiple speakers through an IOS device.
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There are tens of thousands of internet stations from all over the globe. One service alone, ShoutCast, boasts over 52,000 streams, and that is just one of numerous free services supported on SqueezeBox.If your audio system has an audio input port then it should work fine. SqueezeBox Touch has three audio outs and all are active outs (all play simultaneously). Digital Coax, Digital Optical, Analog L/R RCA. Plus the headphone out.
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The Creative Labs audio is great at playing anything, including my iTunes music from my laptop. The Creative Labs device is hooked in my receiver.I'm not sure about playing from the IPOD, since I only use my iPod when traveling. My master Apple music is on my laptop.
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Yes, the AirPort Express will quite easily join your WiFi network and stream all your iTunes music. What you can not do is use the AirPort Express to extend the range of your AT&T; DSL router's wireless network.
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We own both. They seem to be identical. Our original Squeezebox and our new Logitech UE Smart Radio sync together and operate from the Logitech iPhone software. When I initially purchased the Squeezebox I used the Squeezebox iPhone software to remotely control it. Controls, buttons, etc are identical. Maybe there's some internal difference but they seem and appear identical (except the Squeezebox has a cooler name.)
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People are realizing that there is nothing on the market under $1000 that can do what the squeezebox touch can do in terms of flexibility, ease of use, and sound quality. The SqueezePad app for the iPad is a wonderful way to control your squeezebox.
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The speaker was designed to integrate with Apple Airport Express - you need to purchase the model it recommends (which is the older Airport Express) or else it will not function. It's worth it! The sound of this speaker is powerful, spacious and clear. I highly recommend!
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The ones I purchased required a separate Apple Express in order to use AirPlay. I bought the older speaker version that used the older Express which made the combined solution more affordable.
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Nope, not that I've found. But if you are generally able to use IPods, use a computer and cell phone, dont have trouble figuring out how to use a remote control (like some older parents do) - Then once you toy around a bit, you will figure it all out. I just plugged mine in, charged it and pushed some buttons and it was fine... for using the radio and playing music off an mp3... especially if you just are using for when you travel. Anything more than that I cant attest to.
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You don't need an audio interface on your laptop, its as simple as plug in go. You can just play right fromyour itunes.