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Think Outside Boomtube H2O1
Reviewed by
Ben Patterson
on 02/02/2006

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  • Type of speaker: portable speakers
  • Dimensions (WxDxH): 12.5 in x 2.8 in x 2.8 in
  • Amplification type: Active
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The good: Think Outside's Boomtube H201 features a slick, eye-catching design and an internal, rechargeable battery for use on the go.

The bad: The pricey Think Outside Boomtube H201 offers so-so bass response, and there's no holder or slot for portable music players.

The bottom line: The overall design of Think Outside's Boomtube H201 might be unique--even cool--but we could have done with a bit more boom.

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  • Reviewed by:
    Ben Patterson
  • Edited by:
    Jasmine France
  • Reviewed on: 02/02/2006
  • Updated on: 03/11/2008

Editors' Note: The rating on this review has been lowered from 7.0 to 6.7 due to changes in the competitive marketplace.

If Think Outside's Boomtube H2O1 looks familiar, you may have been paying attention when Virgin Electronics was still around: The H2O1 is actually the acquired version of the Boomtube EX. Think Outside purchased the design when Virgin Electronics was dissolved, and that design is enticing indeed. Your musically inclined buddies will drool when you set up the silver, eye-catching Boomtube, but their faces might fall as their ears strain for the promised heart-stopping bass. A thick, heavy metal tube with remote speakers that unscrew from either end, the 'Tube is certainly unique; unfortunately, we could have done with a bit more boom, a cleaner cable setup, and a discount on the steep $200 price tag. Continue reading

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  • alaTest.com

    Editors' rating: 85

    Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 38 reviews of Think Outside Boomtube H2O1 from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 66/100 and users 80/100. Comparing these reviews to 96309 other Speakers reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 85/100 = Very Good.

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  • pocketnow.com

    Editors' rating: 70

    Summary:     The BoomTube is a great idea that falls a bit short in execution. The unit is well-designed, cool looking and easy to use. Unfortunately, the lack of bass really hurts the sound quality. If you need portable speakers that come with a built-in ...

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  • pcmag.com

    Editors' rating: 80

    Summary: Powerful, full sound. Rechargeable battery. Carrying case included. Rugged.

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