Sound Oasis S-550-05 Sound Therapy System
- Sleep better and relax easier by creating a healthy sound environment
- Includes 6 authentic high fidelity extra long built-in nature sounds
- Four position timer continuous 30 min 60 min and 90 minwith volume reduction for a gentle off
- Powered by 4 “AA” batteries not included for portability or AC adapter included
Product Description
Sound Oasis is a unique sound relaxation product that allows you to create your very own sound environment. By bathing your room with the world’s most authentic sounds of nature, Sound Oasis blocks out irritating noises and creates a peaceful atmosphere so you fall asleep easier, get higher quality sleep, enhance concentration and feel more alert throughout the day! Sound Oasis is also a proven tool for coping with the effects of tinnitus. Sound Oasis represents the… More >>
Sound Oasis S-550-05 Sound Therapy System
Comments
Comment from Tonya R. Paddock
Time April 26, 2010 at 1:08 pm
Overall, I recommend this product. Just a few complaints….
Normally I am hypersensitive to noise and prefer “peace and quiet.” But, at night I prefer sleeping with the fan on to drown out other noises, the television in the other room, etc. Unfortunately, this is not possible in the winter, so I purchased the Sound Oasis S-550-05 Sound Therapy System. It arrived in good time, well-packaged, and with all components in place. But, what struck me first, was that it appears smaller and more cheaply made than in the pictures, and has a small plastic cheaply made stand that could easily be lost or broken, so I use the unit laying down on its’ back on my headboard.
The Buttons: The on/off/volume and timer buttons are easy to operate for the most part, but the sound buttons must be pushed firmly to change sounds and this tends to be difficult to do with one hand in your sleep without moving the whole unit. (Just a little pet-peeve of mine for this unit).
The Sounds: There are six built-in sounds; Ocean Surf, Stream, Rain, White Noise, Summer Night and Wind. The Ocean Surf is okay and probably would be the choice for most people. The Stream and The Rain are harsh. Rather than being like a babbling brook or gentle rain falling against the roof or window, they should be labeled “Niagara Falls,” and “Downpour.”
I bought the machine primarily for the “White Noise,” sound, but the white noise as well seems too harsh and irritating.
And, the “WIND????” Well, that’s downright obnoxious.
Surprisingly, I use the sound that would most likely be annoying to all other human beings on the planet and that is, “Summer Night.” Basically it is the sound of crickets chirping repeatedly, and believe it or not, I find it so relaxing that I’ve had the best two nights sleep that I’ve had in a very long time. (Hence the four stars in spite of all my complaints!)
Sound Cards: There is the option to use additional sound cards on this machine which is another reason I purchased it. I have not tried this yet, or figured out how to do so, which would require reading the instructions, but I do plan to in the future and hopefully will be able to find other sounds not quite as harsh or obnoxious.
So, do I recommend it? Yes! Just be aware of some of the downfalls I have pointed out and if you are looking for a decent sound quality in a lightweight, fairly easy to use machine, then this is the one!
Rating: 4 / 5
Comment from Michigan Girl
Time April 26, 2010 at 4:08 pm
Got this for my husband for Christmas. I chose this machine because of other’s positive reviews and it is well worth the money! There is a nice choice of sounds but our favorite is the ocean waves. Sound fidelity is excellent – sounds like the waves come up to our toes! I used to wake up in the night and have trouble getting back to sleep. No more! I just imagine I’m on the beach. I occasionally do business trips without my husband and am going to get another one for travel since he won’t part with that one.
Rating: 5 / 5
Comment from C. Smith
Time April 26, 2010 at 5:21 pm
I bought this machine because it was light and if I had to travel it would not be an inconvienence. It is portable and would easily fit in an overnight bag. I have noticed that sometimes it does not turn on the first time for some reason, but does always turn on after a few tries. I’m not sure if this is a defect with the machine or just the one I bought. Overall it is small and plays the sound I want so I would recommend it.
Rating: 4 / 5
Comment from DVD Nut
Time April 26, 2010 at 12:59 pm
I purchased a Sound Oasis S-550-05 Sound Therapy System with the hope of solving my bedroom noise probalem with white noise or perhaps sea sounds. I did–for exactly two nights. On the third night, I woke up to a machine-gun sound, which was the unit going out of order. I turned it off. Experimentation in the morning led to the conclusion that the unit had entirely concked out and had become garbage. I could not make it work again. Unfortunately, I had discarded box and outer packing, so it is a total loss. I do not only discourage your ordering this product; I forbid you to do so!!!
Rating: 1 / 5