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The K-box Gel audio speaker is composed of a small loudspeaker powered by an internal amplifier which when placed onto solid flat surfaces, walls or windows turns the surface into speakers or sound board.[1] Its intended use is to amplify and provide stereo sound that is supplied by any audio source that has 3.5mm audio output. The K-box can be utilized with contemporary electronics, like a computer, iPod, iPhone, television, or portable gaming device. The K-box is about the size of a standard cell (mobile) phone.[2] The K-box uses a hybrid technology of standard speaker, delivering mid to high frequencies and a Gel Audio driver delivering low end Bass frequencies. Gel audio is patented loudspeaker technology. When placed on flat solid surfaces, this technology enhances the bass response via high-intensity vibrations [3] in order to generate sound and thus improve the volume and audio quality.[4] The K-box gel audio techonology has been explained as “hydro-gel” suspension system used to improve the dynamics in comparison to similar speaker products which typically work on transduction.[5]
The K-box is powered by a built-in rechargeable battery with claims of 20 hours of playtime per charge. Recharged via computer USB or 5v adaptor.[6]
STV's Colin Kelly "Gadget Guru" presenter for the television program "The Hour" mentions K-box in his television review as among the best sounds from one of these "boombox" products for taking to the beach. According to the show, the product is made in Scotland.[7]
The K-box is a product of Kerchoonz.com
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[edit] Technical Details
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[edit] Hardware Specs
Portable (115 x 55 x 20mm) Up to 20 hours battery life (recharge via USB)[4]
[edit] Package Contents
K-box speaker Canvas case 3.5mm patch cable USB charge cable Instruction sheet[4]
[edit] Loudspeakers
average spl 95 Db[5] Bass response 40H-20 kHz[8]
[edit] Awards
The K-box received an award as runner-up as The Most Valuable Music Therapy Product of 2009 by The Therapy Times in July 2009.[9]
[edit] References
- ^ "K-Box turns any surface into a speaker". Geeky Gadgets. http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/k-box-turns-any-surface-into-a-speaker/. Retrieved 2009-05-21.
- ^ "From Table to Speakerbox: K-Box Transforms Any Surface into a Speaker". Popgadget. http://www.popgadget.net/2009/07/from_table_to_s.php. Retrieved 2009-07-17.
- ^ ""Kerchoonz K-box Turns Your Desk Into a Huge Speaker"". Softpedia.com. http://gadgets.softpedia.com/news/Kerchoonz-K-Box-Turns-Your-Desk-Into-a-Huge-Speaker-3643-01.html/. Retrieved 2009-07-31.
- ^ a b c "Kerchoonz K-box Gel Speaker Review". The Gadgeteer. http://the-gadgeteer.com/2009/06/29/kerchoonz-k-box-gel-speaker-review/. Retrieved 2009-06-29.
- ^ a b "K-box turns anything flat into a giant speaker". GizMag.com. http://www.gizmag.com/k-box-turns-any-surface-into-a-speaker/12299/. Retrieved 2009-06-29.
- ^ "K-box gel audio technology". Ubergizmo. http://www.ubergizmo.com/15/archives/2009/05/k-box_gel_audio_technology.html. Retrieved 2009-05-20.
- ^ "The Hour: Gadget Guru Colin Kelly". STV. http://programmes.stv.tv/the-hour/consumer/102892-gadgets-galore-for-music-lovers-and-more. Retrieved 2009-06-16.
- ^ "K-Box: Turn Any Flat Surface Into A Giant Speaker". Gadgetreview.com. http://www.gadgetreview.com/2009/05/k-box-turn-any-flat-surface-into-a-giant-speaker.html. Retrieved 2009-05-21.
- ^ "Therapy Times’ 2009 MVP Awards". The Therapy Times. http://www.therapytimes.com/content=0302J84C48769286406040441/#Music. Retrieved 2009-07-20.
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