Samsung launches dual-docking system

"Listening to music is one of the most personal and valued forms of entertainment," says Justin Shaw, business leader for visual display at Samsung. "We looked to create products that are unique, highly-functional and beautifully designed, yet still offer the crystal clear, rich sound that consumers expect, regardless of the portable device they store their music on. With this launch Samsung have achieved exactly this, as our new range WAD product line incorporates principles of extreme simplicity and the natural environment."

More energy efficient

The Samsung DA-E750 WAD is the company's first speaker dock that supports the Galaxy S smartphone as well as Apple iOS devices including iPods and iPads via a unique dual docking structure. The unit features Samsung's vacuum tube amp technology through the combination of the digital amplifier's sharp clarity and the rich, warm sound performance of vacuum tubes.

Digital amplifiers deliver clear sound output, are more energy efficient and can fit into a smaller form factor. The vacuum tube is used in the pre-amplifier while the power amplifier uses digital technology so the WAD is able to maintain its beautifully slim body. "By combining the best of both, Samsung has achieved a technology breakthrough and has certainly raised the bar on sound quality for mainstream audio products," adds Shaw.

Stream audio from TV

The WAD, which boasts a 2.1-channel speaker and powerful built-in 100 watt subwoofer with professional grade glass fibre speakers, also offers analogue (composite) input and a USB port to play audio files directly from a thumb drive, music player or portable hard drive. In addition, the DA-E750 supports wireless audio file playback through AllShare for Samsung Galaxy devices and Airplay for Apple devices or via Bluetooth enabled devices for the ultimate in flexibility and convenience. Furthermore, through the Soundshare functionality consumers can stream audio from their TVs to the WAD system.

Furthermore with Samsung's AllShare Play and Airplay, WAD allows the user to wirelessly stream music from both Samsung Galaxy and Apple devices. This freedom allows anyone to enjoy listening to their favourite music whilst moving around with their smartphones.

The DA-E670 is an easy-to-use WAD that offers a superb listening experience while simultaneously charging the batteries of each device. With built-in speakers that collectively outputs 40 watts of power and an integrated subwoofer that allows users to experience an enhanced bass response, the DA-E670 delivers powerful sound through glass fibre speakers.

Entry level models

The DA-E650 features USB direct play and glass fibre speakers and, like other models, also offers wireless playback through Bluetooth compatible devices.

The DA-E550 features dual locking capabilities for Galaxy devices and Apple products which allows families and friends to share their music. With the flexibility of the Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity and apt-X technology which means that the wireless audio is fast and has wonderful sound quality that can be streamed onto the devices or by using compatible devices to connect via AUX or UBS inputs.

The DA-E570, on the other hand, boasts a box design and features a 2-channel system with a dual locking station to accommodate all devices. Wireless connectivity to stream audio is supported by the Bluetooth 3.0 quality and the premium sound is ensured as the system outputs 10 watts total power.