My wife requested a Bose sound dock for her Ipod and I had plans to get her one. After some research I stumbled across the Apple Hi-Fi. I read reviews which said the Apple product did not distort even at high volumes. We've had the Hi-Fi for a month now and I can say it's very true. Clear powerful sound out of such a small box, amazing. I admit, I am an audio snob. Always have been. The Apple Hi-Fi really satisfies, I do not regret spending the $300, it was worth every penny. Another reason I bought the Apple vs. the Bose was the extra input. Now my wife can listen to her Sirius Satelite radio through the Hi-Fi, the Bose has no extra input. Something to consider.