iPod PA System. The iPA03, a portable PA system for your iPod, is perfect for friends and family who love to rock out on the go. Perfect for holiday house parties, tailgating, ski trips or family get-togethers, the iPA03 – which has a rechargeable battery that lasts more than 6 hours – includes jacks for other instrument like guitars and keyboards, a professional microphone, and a collapsible handle and wheels for easy portability. Also compatible with other mp3 players. Available at www.FrontGate.com and Best Buy stores nationwide for $299.
Vinyl-to-MP3 Turntable. Perfect for people with a vinyl collection they can’t bear to part with, ION Audio’s TTUSB05 converts original vinyl to electronic files using a simple USB cord. The turntable plugs into any Mac or PC and immediately transfers vinyl recordings to MP3 files. Also available is the TTUSB10 which features the plug-and-play technology of the TTUSB05 and incorporates an evolved round-edge design and additional mechanical features such as an S-shaped tone arm and tone are lift lever. It also has enhanced output, allowing the user to easily switch between phono and line output. The TTUSB05 is available at Urban Outfitters, Costco and other retailers for $149. The TTUSB10 is available through Sharper Image, Hammacher Schlemmer, www.Frontgate.com, the 7th Avenue catalog and Restoration Hardware and other retailers for $249.
Electronic Drum Kit. ION Audio’s iED01 is the ultimate holiday gift for the kid that loves music – and for parents who don’t want to hear it! Amp up any long holiday vacation with the Electronic Drum Kit, which features professional sound, comfortable playability, quick setup and a versatile sound selection, in addition to plug-in headphones. Available at Target and Costco for a suggested price of $299.