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The iPod is a sophisticated, ergonomically efficient, technological wonder. Unfortunately, Apple has yet to produce a dock/speaker system of its own to harness the power of this device. So there are a plethora of choices for the discerning consumer. As is the case with most purchases, the decision ultimately boils down to form, function, and price. In my opinion, the best approach is to take your iPod to the nearest Apple store (or your favorite electronics retailer), locate the best looking, most space-efficient iPod docks. Then choose three songs on your iPod that represent three very disparate genres and styles. Walk over to each one and test them out. That's what I did. I used “Knives Out” by Radiohead, “In A New York Minute” by Herbie Hancock, and “The Healer” by Erykah Badu and came up with these iPod dock speaker systems as my favorites.