CoolStream Go Bluetooth Adapter for 30 Pin Bose Sounddock and Motorcycle Cables for Wireless Music Streaming NOT for Cars. NOT for Harley Davidson.

I have a Bose, non-BlueTooth speaker system that I absolutely loved the sound of, but was tired of dealing with the corded connection. Only one of my source devices was Apple, so the 30 pin connection didn't work for most of them. I always have used high quality corded connectors (3.5 mm stereo mini) to maintain the highest sound reproduction quality I could, but the inconvenience always had me using my inexpensive Bluetooth speakers (with inferior sound) just to have the flexibility and movement.I will admit, the first Bluetooth adaptor I purchased was NOT the CoolStream Duo. I had already purchased and used a Universal/generic Bluetooth adaptor from my local "Big Box" electronics retailer, paying the same as the the price of the CooStream Duo. While I did gain the convenience of no cords with the generic version, I felt it lacked a bit of quality (over the high end corded connections) with some noise being picked up in the higher frequencies. This could have been caused by the low quality built in "pigtail" required with the generic unit, used to plug into the 3.5 mm Stereo mini plug, or simply inherent in the design. Battery life was +/- 8 hours, but the charging had to be done using an entirely different USB adaptor from anything else I owned, and was inconvenient.I saw the CoolStream Duo on Amazon, and the description seemed to be perfect for what I wanted. It claimed to plug in directly to the Bose Sound Dock using the built in IPod 30 pin connector, not use a cord to run to the 3.5 stereo mini, and also appeared that it would charge itself using the battery power (or AC power) of the Bose unit itself. I MAY have been a little skeptical about the ease of operation, but if $30 could turn my inconvenient, yet wonderful sounding Bose system from a virtual boat-anchor into my go-to speaker system, it would be well worth it.So how did the description provided live up to real life? Absolutely on track. No oversell, no hype. I am not a super techno guy, average at best, and I went from opening the package to playing music in about three minutes. Could have done it a bit faster but they used REALLY good tape! The unit charges in place, as advertised, I assume simply by drawing power from the 30 pin connector on my sound dock. All the controls from my phone translate into the appropriate action on the speakers, and the range is equivalent to other BlueTooth devices I own.The convenience of the Coolstream basically merging with and becoming part of the Bose Sound Dock is fantastic. I only have one thing to grab, it doesn't "fall off" or dislodge.....and the sound? I have noticed ZERO added noise, sounds as good as having the source device plugged directly into the 30 pin, and cleaner than having to use even a high quality 3.5 stereo mini cord - including Monster Cable or Gold Ends.I have only had for a month now, but so far I can give the Coolstream Duo five stars - no hesitation!

I rarely leave reviews (lazy mainly) and I purchase a fair amount of products to know good from bad. So for me to take the time to submit a review means the product really must be as good as it was portrayed. I have two Bose SoundDocks - one wired and one a rechargeable system - but both were the old 30-pin connector and since moving to new phones with the Ligthning connector, using these speakers was awkward. I purchased one of the Apply 30-pin to Lightning cables but while it did work, it felt awkward at best to use. I was ready to ditch the speakers and started looking at newer Bluetooth speakers, when it suddenly occurred to me to see if 30-pin Bluetooth adapters existed (as if I should ever have doubted it). I found two that seemed to be the best value based on ratings, cost etc. In the end I decided to go with the Coolstream Duo, although I was concerned about some reviews stating the distance the phone could be from the adapter was very limited, but I figured I could work around that.Anyway, moving on to the real point of the review. Simply put, the product works, and works well. Plugged it into the SoundDock, turned it on, enabled Bluetooth on my phone, located Coolstream and pressed Connect. That simple. In seconds, music was playing out of the speaker. I live in a two-story townhouse, and I went to the furthest point on the second floor and put about 30 feet (direct-line) between me and the CoolStream. My wife downstairs stated the music never missed a beat. I feel like the cost of this adapter basically allowed these old SoundDocks to have a second lease on life - I think I saw the Bose smile (honest!). I hate disposing of something that is still useful just because another technology has moved on.I already own Bluetooth headset, so I have not tested that functionality and cannot comment on it, but that was not a selling point for me.I have an after-market harness I had installed in my car so I could use my old 30-pin iPod through my car sound-system. I plugged the CoolStream into the harness cable, and my phone played music perfectly; again no more having to be connected to the Apple adapter cable.The CoolStream works, price point is just right. Not much else to say, except I will be ordering a second one so I can leave it in the car.