how effective is the volume control?
796167
Dear Lenora----it seems to work just fine for me---. I purchased two of these items and both work just fine. There is an amplifier that must be switched on (uses 1 AAA battery) in order for the volume to really work best---if the amplifier isn't on or the battery is dead there (essentially) is no volume. As long as the battery is good and you have the amplifier turned on (that is by the way how the volume is adjusted) all is well and for just a little speaker it can be quite loud --- but that is a function of how close it is to your ear. For me and my purpose I have no complaints and it's my opinion that you'll be just fine. Dear Lenora----it seems to work just fine for me---. I purchased two of these items and both work just fine. There is an amplifier that must be switched on (uses 1 AAA battery) in order for the volume to really work best---if the amplifier isn't on or the battery is dead there (essentially) is no volume. As long as the battery is good and you have the amplifier turned on (that is by the way how the volume is adjusted) all is well and for just a little speaker it can be quite loud --- but that is a function of how close it is to your ear. For me and my purpose I have no complaints and it's... » Read More Dear Lenora----it seems to work just fine for me---. I purchased two of these items and both work just fine. There is an amplifier that must be switched on (uses 1 AAA battery) in order for the volume to really work best---if the amplifier isn't on or the battery is dead there (essentially) is no volume. As long as the battery is good and you have the amplifier turned on (that is by the way how the volume is adjusted) all is well and for just a little speaker it can be quite loud --- but that is a function of how close it is to your ear. For me and my purpose I have no complaints and it's my opinion that you'll be just fine. « Show Less
796168
If you dont mind that the entire range is from "completely inaudible" to "I can't hear anything", then this might ve okay for you.
796169
pretty good, it boosted the volume up from my iPod nano. the dial does regulate the sound well. i use it under a pillow and have to have it right under my ear to listen.
796170
It's more than sufficient. The booster option increases the volume considerably.
796171
perfect...between the control on the device and the volume control on the input device (tv, radio) etc. I have been very satisfied.
796172
Is pretty good !! Under a regular pillow but not under a memoryfome pillow !!
336148
I know it's a month since you posted, but yes. The left and right arrow keys control volume during playback. It goes extraordinarily high, just in case you want to absolutely destroy your hearing with heavy metal.
29109
The remote on my speakers does control the volume. The speakers work very well and seem to be durable.
251052
Yes, its very good at lower volume. My wife doesn't like very loud music, so that's I have it most of the time. We also have a very small house.
45455
volume control is excellent. I usually turn my ipod volume up and make all my adjustments via the head phone volume control dial. I have never had a problem with unexpected volume changes even when exercising and jostling head phone line all over the place. And volume gets quite loud and quite soft with no alteration in sound quality or crispness as far as I m concerned.
943399
Yes! The volume is controlled by the MP3. The volume on the head set controls how much amplification you get of the our side sounds while filtering the peak noises of gunfire.
1113936
No it will not help. All you will be able to hear is the back-ground noise. You will not be able to hear the people close to you. You would be better to get a device with volume control.
1682219
Yes, no problems whatsoever with volume. The only dislike I had about it was the color wasn't accurate.
235092
Yes, it is a significant improvement and you can adjust the volume from your remote. I have this product and would highly recommend it.
1231328
The volume buttons work well. The zero sound level allows you to mute the radio stations if you wish. However if you do a lot of listening from the external speaker at very low volume levels, you may find that the "1" level is louder than you would prefer.
303279
The buttons are small but half the time I just hit them to change stations or volume. The instructions are not very well written so I had to figure it out. I'm not sure how to answer this question really. If you don't mind just hitting buttons until you get results then yes. Hope this helps
890384
The volume is certainly adequate. I haven't tried the microphone, so I can't comment on that feature.
394684
Ooops. THere is a volume control after all, but the lowest is still annoying to me. Oh, well.
406489
You can adjust the volume with a switch. Two options: high and low, nothing in between
39099
Yes it has volume control on the player itself. As long as there is no other noise, it's loud enough. Any other background noise, it's not loud enough.
360968
Yes, it helps a lot. DE enabled at normal volume works great. Much better than default speakers on the TV.
137403
The actually volume control needs to be done by your device. The Aiptek just has 2 input settings. Its a handy device to have and a good value for what it costs. Its not going to replace a larger speaker.