http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/ Engadget Comments for Ask Engadget: a device to stream audio from one device to multiple sources? http://www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 9:56PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:18PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
Additionally, blue tooth may be a bit too weak for 50 meters, though don't quote me. Maybe you could use a wireless audio transmitter that uses WiFi, although I'm not knowledgeable on products currently on the market.]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:00PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:06PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
"Additionally, blue tooth..." - Bluetooth is also spelled as a single word, not two.]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:10PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
Plus, I spelled "Nazi" wrong, so I can't really be a complete grammar freak :).]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:11PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:14PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
Ok, now your turn.]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:47PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
"Along again, naturally."]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:49PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:03PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
If you want more than iTunes, check out AirFoil. http://www.rogueamoeba.com/airfoil/windows/ This will let you stream any audio (with a few exceptions) from your computer to an Airport, iPhone, or another PC with the client software installed. Only $25 for a single user.]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:16PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:46PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 23rd 2009 2:21AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:10PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:12PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:14PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
Violates FCC rules, but who gives a crap?]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:15PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:21PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:16PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 11:15PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:16PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.ramseyelectronics.com/cgi-bin/commerce.exe?preadd=action&key=FM30B
Also, there are some sleezy fly-by-night companies that claim similar range and are a lot cheaper that sell their products directly through eBay and other places like that, but the FM30B is the real deal.]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:22PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 23rd 2009 5:38AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:32PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:19PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:17PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/I got a macbook pro for just about the same reasons you listed above, and now Im starting to regret my decision a little bit. I could have gotten a computer with double the hardware for just a little more money then I paid for my mac... I like OSX, but only because I use some mac-only apps a lot... I now find myself booting into windows quite a bit now... :(]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:19PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:51PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:20PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:24PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 23rd 2009 10:25AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
don't fret.

just keep strumming.

and going fast.

blazingly fast.]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:47PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/

Check it out: http://www.simplifymedia.com]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:28PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:29PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.mindtree.com/newsandevents/mindtree-unveils-multi-user-audio-streaming-via-bluetooth-technology-on-texas-instruments-platforms/]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:35PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 11:27PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 23rd 2009 3:21AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-audio-receivers-dars/linksys-wmb54g-wireless-g/4505-6470_7-31660626.html
or I spliced 150ft phone cable with to 1/4 inch male headphone jack... its not wireless but it works great
I also hacked a blue tooth headset I got off woot a few years back so I can play music from my mac book to my living room speakers wirelessly]]>Oct 23rd 2009 2:20AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
Having said all that, Windows 7 has 'play to' functionality built into the media player. Most people would cringe at the mention of Windows Media Player, but this is pretty cool, and more importantly, it's built around a standard (DLNA 1.5) which means more devices from many other companies can play along (like the PS3 or Wii, many different mobile phones, other computers in your house, maybe even linux and mac clients one day . . . ). DLNA lets you stream movies and music and also lets you play to remote speakers like AirTunes does. And, there's an iPhone app to control that too, although not as snazzy.

I've been using, and loving, the Apple ecosystem, and I own an iPhone, but I'm moving forward into the wonderful world of standards-compliant gear: I've gotten a Philips Streamium unit on deep discount on Newegg, and I play to it just fine using Windows media player. . . eventually I'll move from WMP to Banshee or something like that once DLNA is supported. The upside of all this is that it works as well as AirTunes and I have many more products to choose from. As far as I can tell, there is no downside -- I recommend any gear that supports DLNA (1.5).]]>Oct 22nd 2009 10:43PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 10:59PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 23rd 2009 12:56AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/1) 3.5" or RCA stereo compatible;
2) powered by USB (any powered USB port, hub, or wallwart);
3) well-reviewed by audio mags for sound quality and ease of use;
4) up to 8 receivers can be paired with every sender, but the sender can only send audio to one of the receivers at a time;
5) 100 ft. (30m) range -- less than requested
6) $150 for one pair (sender/receiver); could get expensive if you really want more than one set.

http://www.audioengineusa.com/w1_home.php

Anyway, the audio receiver could be powered by a portable battery with a USB port. Then you could plug in your headphones or whatever without worrying about power on the receiving end. Again, if you want to really send audio simultaneously to multiple sources wirelessly, this is not the way to do it. If you want to send audio around to one, potentially mobile source, or different sources one at a time, this will work.

They make some good speakers for the money, too, incidentally.]]>Oct 22nd 2009 11:33PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
http://www.onlymeok.nildram.co.uk/

Personally, I think this is a little complicated.]]>Oct 22nd 2009 11:53PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/Oct 22nd 2009 11:45PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
http://www.sonos.com

]]>Oct 23rd 2009 12:32AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
Have to give +1 to Sonos. It is probably more expensive than just about anything else on here, but it is very much worth is as it provides a true multi-zone audio experience more along the lines of a $10,000+ hard-wired system. It is completely extensible, doesn't have the synching problems that so many other wireless systems have, and is pretty much plug and play. While the last one may not be a concern on a tech blog, if you are having anyone who is not tech-oriented use the system, I can't tell you how much this is a selling point. Setup is a snap, extending is a snap, using it is a snap, adding more tunes is a snap, using even confusing features like internet radio is a snap. You see where I am going here? If you want a long-term and quality solution, go with sonos.

Also, take it from me, avoid their bundle packages, because the controllers are not worth the expense. They are neat, but honestly, you can get an iPod Touch and use their free remote software (which is basically the same thing) for cheaper, PLUS you have an iPod touch.

Regards,
-aedile-]]>Oct 23rd 2009 1:20PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
iTunes plays on your computer, but is streamed to one or more Airport Expresses by designating them as active speakers on either your computer or, if you have one, your iPhone/iPod Touch, which acts as a wireless touch-screen remote.

The limitation is that your computer (or Apple TV) needs to act as the music server, and it's only for iTunes songs, but if that fits your requirements, it's one of the cheaper solutions to wireless streaming media! The Airport Express will only set you back $100 vs. $500+ with a Sonos or other competing system.]]>Oct 23rd 2009 5:06AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
These less than stellar experiences lead me into the arms of Apple (well, getting the original iPod Touch did, but I've drunk of the Kool Aid now!).

I have a MacBook Pro, but use my Apple TV as the 'hub' for streaming music to other Airport Expresses dotted around the house. Coupled with the Remote app on the iPod touch, and you have a very Sonos like system, for much less. Note that I already had the hifi or speakers in each of the rooms, so the extra cost for these was not a consideration. Add in the fact that my Victorian house has massive wifi repellant walls, then the wifi bridge mode of the Airport Express is an added bonus to give wifi coverage all over the house.

Everything just does work seamlessly. The DJ feature that Apple recently added is great for parties -- allowing everyone to join in choosing the music (fortunately my friend who enjoys gay 80s pop has yet to get an iPhone!). In fact, the only real downside (which may be a deal breaker for some) is that you can't play different tracks on different Airports from the one Apple TV. With a bit of faff, you can get around this with iTunes on your laptop controlling some Aiports, and the ATV others. It's not something that's really bothered me, though YMMV.

The recent Logitech Squeeze boxen look interesting, but I was already committed to the Apple route by the time they came out (and I still haven't quite forgiven Logitech for the abomination that was the Wireless DJ).]]>Oct 23rd 2009 8:04AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/22/ask-engadget-a-device-to-stream-audio-from-one-device-to-multip/
After that you pick up their soundblaster wireless audio transmitter. This streams the audio from your computer. Overall, it seems easy. The speakers have great reviews. It's a small form factor (I'm looking to put the speakers in my kitchen and possibly a pair in the bedroom, so I'd like to keep them out of the way). All that being said, I do not yet have this installation so I can't vouch for it, but I have done a decent amount of research regarding this, and for me this looks like the best solution.

Other ideas are Sonos and Logitech. I recently set up a whole Logitech Squeezebox system in my parents house, and have to say, while the technology is impressive, it really doesn't work as well as I would have liked. I got it up and running, but I think my dad doesn't use it mucha s it is too much of a hassle to get anything playing. ]]>Oct 23rd 2009 8:24AM