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Ion USB Turntable with Universal Dock for iPod |  | Brand: Ion
Category: CE
List Price: $229.99
Buy New: $101.70
as of 7/31/2010 03:33 EDT details
You Save: $128.29 (56%)
New (32) Used (2) Refurbished (1) from $97.85
Rating:  4 reviews
Sales Rank: 45954
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 13.5
Dimensions (in): 21 x 18 x 8
MPN: ION LPDOCK
Model: ION LPDOCK
UPC: 855960000788
EAN: 0961613052902
ASIN: B00149EAMK
Release Date: May 9, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 4-5 business days
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| Features:
| • | Record directly to iPod video (5th gen) and iPod nano (2nd gen)^Record directly to your computer via USB^Works with all docking iPod models when used through iTunes^33 and 45 RPM belt-drive turntable (78 RPM using bundled software)^Line-level RCA outputs (built-in phono preamp) | | • | Record directly to iPod video, iPod nano, Record directly to your computer via USB, Works with all docking iPod models when used through iTunes | | • | USB Connection and Conversion Software Included | | • | 33 and 45 RPM belt-drive turntable (78 RPM using bundled software) Line-level RCA outputs (built-in phono preamp) | | • | LP DOCK the easiest way to get your music off your vinyl records and into the palm of your hand on your iPod | | • | Just dock your iPod on LP DOCK and you can record your vinyl right into your iPod without the need for a computer |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
The Ion Audio LP DOCK is a revolutionary new USB turntable that transfers your vinyl collection to your iPod! You can also use the included recording software to archive your records to CD or MP3. LP DOCK also has a line-level output for connecting to any home stereo with an AUX input. LP DOCK includes EZ Vinyl Converter 2 for PC (EZVC2) and EZ Audio Converter for Mac (EZAC); the best way to record and convert vinyl directly to iTunes. EZVC2 features Gracenote MusicID technology, which analyzes your vinyl and automatically retrieves album, artist and song information for you! EZAC lets you easily enter track information. You can now digitally archive your collection in just a few mouse clicks. It's as easy as 1-2-3: STEP 1: Play your records and click RECORD in EZ Vinyl Converter 2 to begin recording. STEP 2: Click the NEW TRACK button at the end of each track. When finished, songs go straight into iTunes! STEP 3: Use iTunes to create playlists, organize your music, listen to your songs on the computer or transfer to your iPod. Like magic, you'll be listening to your old records in iTunes or on your iPod. Ion Audio LP DOCK Features Record directly to iPod video (5th gen) and iPod nano (2nd gen) Record directly to your computer via USB Works with all docking iPod models when used through iTunes 33 and 45 RPM belt-drive turntable (78 RPM using bundled software) Line-level RCA outputs (built-in phono preamp) EZ Vinyl Converter 2 (PC only) software included to automatically name your songs Audacity recording (PC and Mac) software included to reduce vinyl noise and pops Easy to set up: No special drivers needed
Amazon.com Product Description
LP DOCK the easiest way to get your music off your vinyl records and into the palm of your hand on your iPod. Just dock your iPod on LP DOCK and you can record your vinyl right into your iPod without the need for a computer. To take your music even more places, LP DOCK has a standard USB connection, so you can turn your records into MP3s on your computer and record them to CD or listen on your computer or other device. The included recording software makes it totally pain-free.  The easiest way to get your music off your vinyl records and into the palm of your hand on your iPod. Click to enlarge. |  Convenient iPod controls up front. |  Among the LP DOCK's features are a USB output and built-in line-level preamp. | LP DOCK Turntable
The belt-driven LP DOCK features 33 1/3 and 45 RPM settings, a high-quality tonearm and cartridge with anti-skate adjustment. A switch on the back lets you turn the on-board preamp on or off--turn it off when using with a stereo featuring a phono input, or turn it on when you need a line level signal. iPod Dock
The built-in iPod dock allows you to record your vinyl directly to your iPod or to play back music from your iPod through the turntable's RCA outputs. When not recording, your iPod will also receive a charge, so it's ready to go when you are. iPod models that support the direct recording feature are as follows: iPod classic 5G and up, iPod nano 2G and up, and iPod 2G and up. All other docking iPod models except generation 1-3 of the standard iPod will play back and charge, but cannot use the direct recording. USB Connection and Conversion Software Included
Record directly to your computer via the LP DOCK's USB port. Included are EZ Vinyl Converter for PC and EZ Audio Converter for Mac, which both make getting your music into iTunes a breeze. PC users can download a free version of EZ Vinyl Converter with Gracenote MusicID technology, which automatically adds album, artist, and song information for you! Audacity Software for Advanced Processing
Audacity (PC and Mac) is intended for the advanced user. This application allows for advanced audio editing and processing, such as normalization, noise removal, 78 RPM speed conversion, and automatic track separation. Stereo Input
For iPod shuffles or other players, you can use the 1/8-inch stereo input to playback or record. The signal is sent to the USB port, so it's a great solution for grabbing music from cassette decks or other sources as well. What's in the Box
LP DOCK Turntable, USB Cable, 45 RPM Adapater, Software CD, Quick Start User's Manual
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| Customer Reviews:
 ion turntable February 12, 2010
John R. Kelly
i like the ion but i wish it had come with the latest version of the software
 Not bad, a little complex at times March 31, 2009
S. D. Farver (Gallup, NM USA)
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
I bought this for my mother-in-law, who wanted to put the hundreds of LPs sitting in her living room on her new Ipod Classic. Initial setup of the turntable was straightforward, and we were listening to classic James Taylor in minutes. Putting that same music on the Ipod and being able to catalog it was a bit more difficult, but not impossible.
One thing that threw my for a loop was the actual process of recording. I was very worried at first that her Ipod wouldn't be compatible, even though I had checked and cross-checked before purchasing the turntable. The 'record' function on the Ipod didn't appear until it was docked with the turntable. Once I docked it, easy peasy.
I found the included software to be a bit cumbersome to record whole albums, so we decided to just pick the songs we wanted, record them on the voice recorder, and then convert them on the computer. It's not as seamless as I was hoping for, but I can't complain about the quality.
If you have a lot of albums and don't want to buy the CD's, this is the way to go. Don't plan on doing it all in one weekend though, as you have to (nay, GET to) listen to the whole song (or album) and babysit the record and pause buttons on the turntable.
 Shockingy poor qualiy January 1, 2009
R. Lockshin (New York, USA)
15 out of 15 found this review helpful
The moment I removed the Ion LPDock USB Turntable from its box I realized that purchasing it was a mistake.
I am shocked at extremely poor quality in design, materials and assembly.
The case, made of cheap and thin plastic, looks flimsy and ready to break at the lightest touch. The unit feels very light, unlike any turntables I've used. Platter lining, made of packaging-like material (not rubber like it should be) feels ready to break.
The tone arm came in 3 pieces: a very cheap cartridge, decent S-shaped main piece, and balancer with a plastic dial at the end. Needle pressure setup instructed rotating the balancer to find balance point (zero pressure), and then rotate counterclockwise to find 3.5 gram pressure. Dial weight numbers increased clockwise, so finding proper needle pressure took many attempts. I finally set it up by trial and error.
On/off button is inconveniently located towards the back of the unit. I pressed it, then pressed a large play/pause button. Platter began to spin, but the tonearm remained motionless. Amazing, but true: this unit does not have automatic tonearm cueing; you have to bring it up to beginning of the record by hand!
All records sounded flat, with almost on bass and brittle, harsh upper tones. Poor electrical components complement cheap unit housing well.
I've tried connecting my three Ipods: Nano, Classic and Touch to a flimsy docking station, inconveniently located in the far left corner of the unit, making it impossible to close the optional $40 plastic dust cover with Ipod connected.
An array of buttons operated play/pause and menu/scroll functions, but no sound came out from any of my 3 ipods through the turntable and I was unable to record from vinyl to any of them. Instruction manual lists which ipods the turntable works with (5th generation, etc.). Not one of my ipods, including the latest Classic and Touch could play through or record from this turntable. Even Ipod recharge function did not work.
In short this $200+ turntable plays records very poorly, and does not record from vinyl to ipod as claimed.
 Great idea; Not User Friendly October 15, 2008
Anson Nash (Texas)
7 out of 12 found this review helpful
I received the USB Turntable. I have an ipod that is listed as compatible, but it is not recording. I have emailed tech and they sent me a compatibility chart which I used. Now I'm waiting a response to my "it's compatible, so now what?" question.
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