Wireless music system that delivers pure audio
The ZiiSound D5 Bluetooth ® wireless speaker redefines the way music is to be enjoyed - wirelessly in pristine form. Sit back and enjoy an audiophile-like experience like no other has done. Our award-winning Bluetooth technology present in our Inspire S2 Wireless 2.1 speakers are being ported over to the ZiiSound D5, bringing to you the best wireless audio can offer.
With its top-notch sound quality coupled with sleek contemporary design, the ZiiSound D5 is an all-rounded winner - hands down. These speakers have been awarded the celebrated red dot award for outstanding product design by a demanding jury of experts. Encased in a silky smooth black mesh cloth, a monocoque design and delicately placed amplifiers, an excellent performance with good bass and space is achieved.
Pair up this premium one-piece speaker system effortlessly with any compatible stereo Bluetooth device, such as your notebook or mobile phone, and immerse in the music that fills the whole room. Try it on with your iPhone or iPod1 , plug in the bundled transmitter to gain total control over the speakers and enjoy immaculate wireless music playback.
ZiiSound D5 - simply pure, wireless audio.
Play music the way it's meant to be enjoyed! Share it with others wirelessly from virtually anywhere in the room.
Backed by its world-class acoustic tuning and modeling, it delivers sound with striking accuracy, detail and atmospheric feel. Experience an audiophile-like performance better than conventional home stereos.
Wirelessly stream music from any compatible stereo Bluetooth device such as your mobile phone or notebook, from a range of up to 10 meters from the speakers.
Simply plug the included Creative BT-D5 Bluetooth transmitter into your iPhone or iPod1 and instantly control the ZiiSound D5 Bluetooth wireless speaker wirelessly.
Fresh from receiving a Best in CES 2010 award by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group for our Inspire S2 Wireless 2.1 speakers , we inject the same expertise into the ZiiSound D5 and bring you the best wireless audio technology has to offer.
For its outstanding and innovative design, the ZiiSound D5 was awarded the prestigious red dot award for product design, after impressing a jury consisting of top-class experts!
The aptX™ audio codec provides you with superior Bluetooth stereo audio.
An integrated bass port at the rear allows you to enjoy the heart-thumping low frequencies, without the need for a separate subwoofer. Combine that with its high performance 2.75" full range drivers with efficient digital amplifiers and you get a complete audiophile experience.
With its neat contemporary design, encased in a silky black mesh cloth, the ZiiSound D5 provides the perfect balance of design and performance while enhancing your living room or desktop.
Glide your fingers along the ZiiSound D5's touch-sensitive volume control and set your desired volume level, ideal for when your iPhone or iPod1 is docked.
Conveniently charge your iPhone or iPod1 by docking it and be prepared for your next exciting day out.
While it works seamlessly with wireless Bluetooth devices, the speaker system also allows for a wired connection via its AUX-in port for other portable devices, like MP3 players.
Don't panic even if your computer doesn't have stereo Bluetooth built-in. Give it wireless audio streaming capabilities, with the Creative BT-D1 Bluetooth USB transmitter (sold separately). It pairs with the ZiiSound D5 in mere seconds and also works with other Creative wireless speakers .
1 The BT-D5 is compatible with iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th generation), iPod classic (this refers to the 6th generation iPod or later), iPod nano (3rd, 4th 5th and 6th generation - iPod nano 5th generation's radio feature not supported), iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4.
Feature Description
Bluetooth Version:Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)
Supported Bluetooth profiles:
A2DP (Wireless Stereo Bluetooth )*
AVRCP (Bluetooth Remote Control)**
Supported Codecs SBC, aptX
Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Operating Range: Up to 10 meters (Measured in open space. Walls and structures may affect range of device.)
Dimensions (L x W x H): 42.5cm x 11cm x 9cm (16.7” x 4.3” x 3.5”)
Weight: 3.8kg / 8.4lbs
Compatibility Disclaimer :Bluetooth or A2DP profile enables wireless transmission of full stereo sound to other Bluetooth devices. To determine whether your device (notebook, PC or mobile device) is equipped with A2DP-enabled Bluetooth technology, refer to your device manufacturer's documentation/website for more information.
** Wireless control feature is compatible with devices (notebooks, PCs or mobile devices) with AVRCP profile only, refer to your device manufacturer's documentation/website for more information.
The BT-D5 is compatible with the following devices:a - iPod nano (3rd, 4th 5thb and 6th generation)
a iPod classic refers to the 6th generation iPod or laterb iPod nano 5th generation radio feature not supported
One-piece speaker
Creative Bluetooth®
Backrest adapters for iPhone/iPod
Support stand for iPhone/iPod
Universal power adapter
Stereo-to-stereo cable
User Guide
Warranty and Technical Support Leaflet
Premium Bluetooth
® docking speaker system ideal for your iPhone or iPod. You can also wirelessly stream stereo music from any Bluetooth device!
8 out of 10 "We've reviewed Bluetooth sound systems before and haven't been impressed. The ZiiSound D5 is different."
November 2010
8 out of 10 "We auditioned the ZiiSound D5 by playing tracks encoded in Apple Lossless from an iPod docked directly to the ZiiSound D5, and then streamed the same tracks via Creative's Bluetooth dongle. Remarkably, we were unable to detect any compression artifacts or other unpleasantness in the stream; in fact, the audio sounded great. Wireless iPod speaker docks are so much more convenient than the alternative. Who wouldn't rather pick up their iPod to change tracks, adjust the volume, or navigate playlists instead of walking over the speaker and manipulating the iPod's controls while it's docked."
November 2010
90%, Editor's choice award "...it did perform wonderfully in terms of mid range tonality, musicality and timbre with some test music sounding as good, if not better than ever heard by us before... We think that the ZiiSound D5 is shaping up as one of the most potent and influential 'must have's' of 2010, which will send many a ripple through the SoundBar market..."
August 2010
"What's neat is that your iPod or iPhone becomes the system's remote controller - you navigate through the music on your device as though you were listening to headphones connected to it... The transmitter and the base are simple to pair with each other over Bluetooth, and the ZiiSound D5 can be paired with other Bluetooth-equipped devices as well, like laptops."
August 2010
4 ½ stars out of 5 "It offers excellent sound too, with a rear-facing bass port boosting the lower end and twin 2.75-inch full frequency drivers giving a rich, detailed audio that's full of character...The ZiiSound D5 combines good looks with great audio, and its excellent Bluetooth system gives you full control over your sounds."
July 2010
Top 10 best iPhone 4 accessories "If you're looking for a speaker set for your shiny new iPhone 4 then we'd recommend the ZiiSound D5... So, once you've paired it with your iPhone 4 (in the Settings app) you're free to wander around with it up to 10 meters away and enjoy uninterrupted audio."
July 2010
★★★★ "One word: wow. The ZiiSound D5's most obvious asset is its immense power – the sound is surprisingly loud and fulsome, lending an irresistible warmth to music whether you're using Bluetooth or the auxiliary input. There's crisp high-end detail, robust midrange and taut chunky bass, the recipe for a superb listening experience."
June 2010
80% "Having used the iPod's standard Bluetooth option, the next step was to see if the BT-D5 transmitter and aptX codec made any difference to the audio quality. I fired up some old Queen songs to check out the multi-layered harmonies and the audio quality definitely improved when using the transmitter, producing a fuller sound with greater detail noticeable on both the higher and lower frequencies."
June 2010
★★★★★ "The ZiiSound D5 is no exception, offering the best value we've seen to date. It's versatile, offers great sound quality and is particularly desirable if you have a large music collection in digital format."
June 2010
"If you are looking for a high quality speaker system for your Apple iPhone or iPod, then the Creative Labs ZiiSound D5 certainly delivers both on quality and style. It also adds wireless connectivity into the equation."
June 2010
"Probably best known for their soundcards and portable MP3 players, this is Creative’s attempt at a high end set of wireless speakers. Bluetooth is limited for transporting audio. Creative gets round this with a compression codec called aptX, but this requires you to attach the bundled dongle. It’s not ideal but it does provide a noticeable boost in sound quality. For audio devices not blessed with wireless, there’s a 3.5mm jack at the rear. "
June 2010
"...the ZiiSound D5 has shown me that Bluetooth can match the quality of a wired connection with the use of aptX audio codec. "
June 2010
"Sound is rich, there is plenty of bass, and the volume goes all the way up to what feels like all-night-party mode. This wireless sound system feels like quality and it’s a joy to use – as long as you keep the wireless within the specified distance it works fantastically well."
June 2010
"And, you know, the sound is extremely good. Certainly a lot better than you'd expect from something if its diminutive size... I pushed the volume up high and it had no problems with the results – they would certainly work brilliantly at a party."
June 2010
9 out of 10 "The Creative ZiiSound D5 Bluetooth Wireless Speakers not only gives you the freedom to select music and indeed video from your portable media player, but also represents a stunning sound quality that for the size will certainly fill most medium sized rooms. The stunning clarity even at lower volumes presents an amazing sense of satisfaction for the listener, while not dominating your room with a complete hi-fi system. The design is simplicity itself in both of actual use of the technology and the stylish presentation. "
June 2010
9 out of 10 "My first test was with my Sony Erisson mobile phone (Aino), when I selected my song, it started playing in just under 3 seconds. I was quite shocked at just how simple and fast it was.... Conclusion: The sound quality is impressive considering the sleek and compact design of the ZiiSound D5."
May 2010
"Another well-executed wireless speaker system from Creative."
May 2010
A-, Highly Recommended "...this is one of the most impressive iPod and iPhone audio systems we've seen in the past three years... This is without question the best wireless speaker available at its price point today..."
May 2010
"The design layout mirrors high-end audio systems, its Flowport is constructed to minimise sound turbulence, and the full-frame monocoque design establishes maximum strength with reinforced pillars. The Creative Image Focussing Plate widens sound dispersion, providing a "gentle flare" with a clean tonal timbre."
May 2010
8 out of 10 "There's a surprising amount of bass for such a small system and it doesn't overwhelm the overall balance, instead adding a pleasing level of depth and warmth. There's also great mid-range clarity, with vocals coming across particularly well. This is rounded off nicely with a crisp high-end too... Importantly, there was no significant deterioration in quality when cranking the volume up."
May 2010
8.5 out of 10 "The ZiiSound D5 is dedicated to one purpose: streaming audio wirelessly and with great sound. It performs this one purpose very, very well... if you're after a wireless multimedia speaker that sounds fantastic and performs brilliantly, the ZiiSound D5 is an elegant and excellent example of its type."
May 2010
★★★★★ "My first test was with my 5th Gen iPod classic, I simply connected the Bluetooth dongle, selected my song and away it went. I was quite shocked at just how simple it was. It is also important to note that the Bluetooth dongle provided by Creative isn't some general Bluetooth device, it actually uses the aptX audio codec which apparently provides superior Bluetooth stereo audio, and I have to say it did sound pretty good."
May 2010
"Creative speak true to their words when they boast the high quality sound of the Creative ZiiSound D5. The sound quality is very impressive for its size and the fact that audio is being transferrerd wirelessly. Creative ZiiSound D5 also gets a thumbs up for its sleek and elegant design, no matter where you put the unit in your house."
May 2010
9 out of 10, Hot Product "The sound quality is very impressive given the size of the ZiiSound D5. Using the transmitter, there is bags of detail and the speakers maintain audio integrity at those higher volumes you want for your party... The D5 does a good job of projecting your music into the room, giving a wider sound stage than you might expect and with punchy bass giving depth to tracks where lesser iPod docks can be found lacking."
May 2010
