Edifier introduces iF500 iPod/iPhone speaker to the U.S. and Canada

The five-driver iF500 speaker system will retail for $249.

(Credit: Edifier)

After hitting the European market earlier this year, Edifier's bulbous iF500 iPod/iPhone speaker system speaker is making its way across the Atlantic to both the U.S. and Canada.

Here's a look at its basic specs:

• All-in-one audio system for iPod, iPhone, and other portable audio players
• Five-driver speaker system incorporates vibration and resonance control technologies coupled with low-frequency porting and midrange-tuned cavities for smoother cleaner audio
• Digital FM radio
• Aux input for connecting other audio devices
• Signal-to-noise rate: 85dBA
• Power output: RMS 10W x 2 + 32W (subwoofer)
• Bass driver unit: 5.75 inches, magnetically shielded
• Midrange driver: 2.75 inches, magnetically shielded
• MSRP: $249

Edifier makes some interesting-looking audio products that also sound pretty good, but they don't always make it to the U.S. We look forward to trying the iF500 out and should get a review sample soon.

[Miko34]

Alright ... what the heck is that?!?

Makes me glad I have a Zune.

[Hacir]

It's nice to see new, fresh designs. I think this particular design is unfriendly, however, at least they're trying something different. One of the attractive design elements of the iPhone is simplicity in a small package. While the iF500 appears simple, it's shockingly large, hence I doubt it will appeal the general iPhone demographic.

[mraif]

Man, that thing is butt-ugly!