The Outcast speaker system from Soundcast is simply amazing. It wins two honors, the best wireless speaker I have ever heard. Period. Secondly, the largest battery pack I have ever set my eyes on . It wouldn’t surprise me if the engineering and design team behind this product had military experience because this thing is built like a tank. When the product is described as “All-weather, outdoor speaker system”, they are not lying. I honestly could see this speaker surviving a hurricane or 2. It looks and feels that it was designed to last. The company produced videos featured below that show the speaker working while set on fire and going through a car wash and just like the energizer bunny, the Outcast keeps going and going.

Tipping the scales at 40 pounds this “portable speaker system” will impress any audiophile. The Outcast sound system is really easy to use, just plug in the iCast transmitter that comes with the unit, connect your favorite music source, power up and your party will begin. When the iCast is connected to the iPod you can control volume, skip forward or back, pause and play the iPod from the top of the speaker system itself. The company claims it can transmit signals via the 2.4GHz spectrum up to 350 feet outdoors or 150 feet indoors. I took the unit 2 houses over and it did continue to play sweet music with no issue. It also has a rechargeable battery that lasts 10 hrs per charge.

At three inches shy of 3 ft and a 40lb weight problem, calling it portable is pushing the envelope. It looks like an air purifier on steroids or a tiny little robot. Some might find the system big and bulky, but I assure you, once you hear it blasting your favorite tunes you will overlook the size.

Sound quality:
Simply amazing. I know I already used those words to describe it before but it truly is. I played a range of music through various audio sources and the speakers delivered high end quality sound. The outcast has one 8” downward firing woofer, four 3” high frequency drivers in an omni-directional array all being powered by a 100 watt digital amplifier. Everyone I played the system was blown away how crystal clear this wireless speaker is. I CRANKED IT, and there was no distortion.

Who would benefit from the Outcast:
This system is perfect for people who spend a large portion of their time outdoors and love music. If you have a cottage, frequent outdoor parties (remember to invite your neighbors) or even a boat, this outdoor wireless speaker system is great for you.
Price: $799

Pros:

• Easy to use
• Amazing sound
• 10 hrs of battery life
• transmits signals up to 350 feet outdoors
• control iPod remotely

Cons:

• Size and weight
• Price

Summary:
If you are looking for a complete outdoor wireless audio system that is simple to use, incredible sound quality and allows you to control your iPod remotely, this is the perfect solution.

Tags: Outdoors, speakers, wireless

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