The Eos consists of an iPod docking base station/transmitter that sports two stereo drivers and a ported sub-woofer. The system boasts two stereo drivers, a ported subwoofer and a removable, integrated power supply that allows the speaker to mount directly on a wall power outlet without mounting brackets. There are inputs for non-dockable iPods and other input sources (your Mac, an Apple TV, FM radio, etc.).

Setting things up is simple, and the EOS is easy to use. You just plug in the base station, connect an iPod (or another audio source if you wish), and you're up and running. If you plug in a satellite speaker, it's recognized by the base station immediately when you turn it on.

The dock sports five simple buttons. Plus, minus, and Mute buttons adjust the volume; Source and antenna buttons toggle between the inputs and outputs. You can press the antenna button to broadcast music from the dock to your choice of four wireless speakers. You use the Source button to toggle between the docked iPod and any device connected through EOS’s rear auxiliary input port.

There's a range extender switch on the back of the unit, and it can be turned on or off. Finally, there's a link button that pairs the system with more wireless speakers if you add 'em.

The system offers SRS WOW sound enhancement technology, which is designed to enhance the dynamic audio performance of compressed and uncompressed audio. It's also designed to deliver a rich bass response.

Additionally, the EOS integrates a technology called GigaWave, which is designed to apply error correction for the best possible sound output. The system purportedly works at up to 150 feet indoors or 300 feet outdoors. That's a pretty fair estimate in my tests.

So how does the system sound? As I said, good, but not great. The speakers feature dual speakers and a backwards firing subwoofer in each small chassis. The high and mid range sounds were reasonably clear, if not spectacular. The bass was better than I expected considering the size of the speakers (though it "broke" at high volumes).

This EOS is available in black or white. The core system includes a docking station/transmitter with one wireless remote speaker for US$299. Additional speakers and other devices cost $149 each. Additional EOS wireless accessories include a weatherproof wireless outdoor amplifier, which features two audio zones with separate volume controls.

Oh yes, IntelliTouch also includes an Infrared remote control with the EOS. However, it only offers limited iPod control (you can adjust volume and change tracks on a docked iPod) -- and that's if you're pointing it at the main dock, not the wireless components. I also wish you could turn off all satellite units with one switch. But to disable 'em all you have to turn off the base station.

If you need/want to send tunes from your iPod (or other devices) around your house, EOS offers one of the easiest-to-use, least costly solutions around. However, note that, while you're getting a lot in the way of convenience, the audio quality won't please the discerning audiophile.

Macsimum review: 7 out of 10

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