About two weeks ago we were sent the LBT-DJ2i hifi system for a review. You may have already seen our unboxing gallery of this massive hifi system, in this part 1 of our review we’ll be showing you a quick hands on video of some of the major features of the LBT-DJ2i.

It took awhile to fully test out due to its shear size and range of functionality. Just physically look at it the LBT-DJ2i system was a combined of a DJ system, iPod speakers and two radio/alarm clock docks. The hifi system itself is what you can consider as a product by Sony that continues to extend their support for the most popular range of portable audio hardware, in this case iPods. The LBT-DJ2i supports a range of iPods (five altogether), as you will see in the video below, we used our iPod Video, the only shortcoming in terms of this was that it did not support our iPhone.

In case you’d like to know more about the LBT-DJ2i dual iPod dock hifi system, we’ve attached a press release of when it was announced late last year for you below…

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 21, 2008 – Sony today introduced a DJ-style shelf system with a dual dock for iPod® devices called XROSS FADE™. Perfect for mixing and playing music from iPod players, CDs and other music sources, XROSS FADE helps create the ultimate party soundtrack.

Part of the Muteki™ series of stereo systems, the XROSS FADE (model LBT-DJ2i) has an imposing presence and massive output that can fill nearly any room with sound, whether it’s in a home, a dorm, or even powering a block party.

This music system has 450 watts of total power output, so aspiring DJs can crank up the volume while still maintaining high quality sound. As its name implies, the XROSS FADE system comes with DJ-style features, including a cross-fader with monitor cue and a built-in two-channel mixer. With this feature, an upcoming track can be checked through headphones to be sure it’s cued properly before playing it aloud. DJs can mix two songs or fade into the next song without missing a beat.

With an interface and two scroll wheel mechanisms that allow for easy menu navigation similar to that of iPod players, users never need to touch their iPod players while scanning for the next track. The XROSS FADE system even has a USB recording function that saves mixing sessions to a USB device in the MP3 format without a PC.

For MP3 files, the system’s MP3 Booster+ feature improves audio quality by restoring sound that is lost during compression. For extra thump, the beat blend feature adds a layer of pre-programmed percussion, drum sounds and drum loops over the mix.

The XROSS FADE system includes traditional shelf system features, such as a CD player, an AM/FM tuner, and a line-in jack for listening to MP3 players. Users can mix music from these sources as well as their iPod players. The system converts CDs and AM/FM radio to MP3 files as well.

With its matte black and chrome finish and appearance similar to a DJ mixing board, the XROSS FADE system is designed to be a statement piece for the bedroom, dorm room or living room. It produces a booming, high-impact sound through a pair of two-way bass reflex speakers and a dual 7-inch subwoofer enclosure.

Part 2 of our review coming soon!