9.6 out of 10

Logitech Squeezebox Duet

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  • User Score (89)
    8.1 8.1 from 89 reviewers
  • Expert Score (26)
    8.2 8.2 from 26 reviewers
  • Value for money (7)
    9.8 9.8 from 7 reviewers
  • Ease of use (6)
    9.2 9.2 from 6 reviewers
  • Buzz Index: 0/5
  • Activity: 5/5

Logitech Squeezebox Duet

The Logitech Squeezebox Duet is a network music system that allows users to wirelessly stream their digital music files as well as listen to Internet Radio. The device is compatible with most compressed audio as well as lossless formats. The Duet features true 802.11g wireless networking and is also compatible with 802.11b wireless access points. It is capable of joining most WPA and WEP protected wireless networks. The Duet features cross platform support and works with Windows, Mac and Linux systems.

The Logitech Squeezebox Duet is composed of the Squeezebox receiver (which can be wired or wireless) and the Squeezebox remote control.

Squeezebox receiver

The Squeezebox receiver measures 6.2 x 4.4 x 1.2 inches and comes in glossy black. The receiver has only one backlit button in the front that indicates wireless status. At the back are the power port, Ethernet port and several audio output options. It has the standard RCA output jacks as well as an optical and coaxial hi-fi digital S/PDIF audio out ports. The Squeezebox receiver also supports 802.11g wireless connectivity and features dual antennas for better wireless range.

Squeezebox controller

The Squeezebox controller measures 5.75 x 2 x 0.75 inches and, like the receiver, comes in high gloss black. The remote features an LED backlit 2.4 inch TFT LCD that runs at a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels with support for up to 256k colors. It has a physical scroll wheel as well as buttons for adjusting volume, controlling music playback and navigating through the menu system.

Manufacturer's Specs

  • Package Contents
    Squeezebox™ Controller Squeezebox™ Receiver Charging cradle with power supply Power supply for receiver RCA audio cables Rechargeable Li-ion battery pack Quick-Start Guide 2-year limited hardware warranty

System Requirements

  • PC
    Windows® 2000, Windows® XP, Windows Vista® 256 MB RAM 80 MB available hard disk space Ethernet or Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) home network Broadband Internet connection required Mac OS® X (10.3.5 or later) 256 MB RAM 80 MB available hard disk space Ethernet or Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) home network Broadband Internet connection required Perl (5.8.3 or later) 256 MB RAM 80 MB available hard disk space Ethernet or Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) home network Broadband Internet connection required 2.4-inch color LCD TFT display with backlight Rechargeable Li-ion battery Built-in 802.11b/g wireless Digital optical, coax, and analog connectors High-fidelity 24-bit Wolfson DAC Plays MP3, AAC, WMA, Ogg, FLAC, Apple Lossless, WMA Lossless, and WAV music files Built-in 802.11b/g wireless 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port Connects to SqueezeCenter™ software, providing access to music libraries on local computers Connects to SqueezeNetwork™ for access to Internet radio and online music services

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  • Unlimited access to digital music : Play songs from your personal collection, tune in to thousands of Internet radio stations, or connect to online services such as Pandora and Rhapsody.*
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  1. Logitech Squeezebox Duet

    Reviewer: Maclife
    22 July 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Despite a few foibles, the Squeezebox Duet is a great way to control your digital music playback from anywhere on your Wi-Fi network. Just don’t forget to stretch your legs every once in a while. Read more

  2. Logitech Squeezebox Duet Network Music System

    Reviewer: TheTechLounge
    19 June 2008

    This evolution of the Squeezebox should prove to be a winner for its new parent company. All the makings of a good sequel are there; extra goodies, unexpected surprises, a flashy new look and a sl... Read more

  3. Reviewer: ComputerShopper
    16 June 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Not only is the Logitech Squeezebox Duet an elegant way to play music throughout your house, but it’s also one of the best streaming solutions available. Read more

  4. Logitech Squeezebox Duet

    Reviewer: maximum pc
    18 May 2008

    When you see a color display on a music-streamer’s remote control, it’s natural to assume that the manufacturer is going after the vaunted Sonos Digital Music System. But after thoroughly testing the Squeezebox Duet—Slim Devices’s first new product since being acquired by Logitech—we’ve concluded that Sonos has little to worry about. Read more

  5. Pro Review: Logitech Squeezebox Duet Music Server Review

    Reviewer: Audioholics
    14 May 2008
    Overall 9
    9.0
    Ease of use 6
    6.0
     

    The Logitech Squeezebox Duet is probably one of the coolest and best products I've ever reviewed. Sure, it's a little buggy right now but that is to be expected this close to launch. The fact remains that once the bugs are worked out, you'll be left with one of the coolest remotes, the neatest streaming services, and best way to get high quality content from your computer to your home theater… wirelessly! Read more

  1. Don't buy the DUET before doing your homework.

    Reviewer: Buyzillion.com
    6 days ago
    Overall 2
    2.0
     

    If you look on the Logitech's support forum, you will find a lot of complaints which unfortunately I didn't read before buying the Duet. After spending many hours with tech support they told me to return the unit. I feel that this is not a very well tested product, has worked for some lucky few though,I was not one of them. Read more

  2. I liked it so much, I got one for my elderly parents as well

    Reviewer: Circuit City
    4 weeks ago
    Overall 9
    9.0
    Value for money 10
    10
    Ease of use 8
    8.0
     

    Finally, I have a convenient way to access my entire music collection which has mostly been stored away over the last decade. Now, I have 1000s of songs at my fingertips that can be navigated in a multitude of ways. I also am a big fan of the internet radio streams. I was getting extremely fatigued of the limited AM radio selections that I had available at bed time. One of the radical, leftist hosts here in San Francisco was my inspiration for researching this product... Read more

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