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Griffin RoadTrip FM Transmitter for iPhone and iPod (Black)

3.7 out of 5 stars 248 ratings
$3.99
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Brand Griffin
Item Weight 8 ounces
Color Black
Compatible Devices Smartphone, Speaker
Control Method Touch

About this item

  • Compatibility: iPod classic 6G (80 GB, 120 GB); iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G; iPod touch 2G; iPhone 1G, 3G
  • Charges your iPod or iPhone while you travel
  • SmartScan automatically finds and programs the three clearest broadcast frequencies
  • SmartSound Plus technology for clear sound under real-world conditions
  • Flexible steel neck and interchangeable model-specific cradles position your iPhone or iPod perfectly
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3.73.7 out of 5 stars248
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Product Dimensions 1.6 x 7.3 x 7.3 inches
Item Weight 8 ounces
ASIN B001DQT40M
Item model number 4058-RDTRPB2
Customer Reviews
3.7 out of 5 stars 248 ratings

3.7 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank #664 in MP3 Player FM Transmitters
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer Yes
Date First Available September 1, 2004
Manufacturer Griffin Technology

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Product Description

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The all-in-one automobile solution for iPhone and iPod. Plug RoadTrip into your car's cigarette lighter or 12-volt accessory socket. Plug your iPod into RoadTrip's cradle (adapters are included for nearly every iPod model). RoadTrip's FM transmitter sends the music from your iPod to your car's FM radio, so the whole car can enjoy it through your stereo speakers. RoadTrip cradles your iPod securely on top of a nearly infinitely adjustable steel neck, always within reach, but never in the way. Incorporating Griffin-exclusive SmartScan technology, RoadTrip even finds the best FM frequencies for you and saves them as presets, so setup couldn't be easier. Built-in RDS technology displays track information on RDS-enabled car radio displays. While you are enjoying your iPod, your iPod is enjoying a battery-charge, courtesy of RoadTrip's power plug. An easily replaceable 2-amp automotive fuse protects your equipment while it's charging. And Griffin SmartSound Plus technology makes sure your music sounds great, even under less-than-perfect real-world conditions.

What's in the Box?
RoadTrip with SmartScan, adapters, and owner's manual.

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3.7 out of 5 stars
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Customers give positive feedback about the FM transmitter's signal strength, sound quality, charging capability, and design. However, the functionality receives mixed reviews, with some reporting it works well while others say it doesn't work most of the time. Moreover, customers disagree on the phone holder's security and durability, with some finding it solid while others report it breaking down quickly. Additionally, opinions on value for money are divided between those who find it great for the price and those who consider it a waste of money.

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53 customers mention "Signal strength"40 positive13 negative

Customers are satisfied with the signal strength of the FM transmitter.

"...This is because there is less interference on the lower FM stations, 87-89, which I'm sure is true...." Read more

"Over all this is a nice looking device The transmitter works well in my Honda Ridgeline, it comes in as clear as any other FM radio station...." Read more

"...It holds the phone securely. It has MUCH better signal quality. It is cheaper. In short, skip the Griffin and go with the FlexPod." Read more

"...snapped into place, apparently fitting properly, and the Griffin transmitted to the car FM. However, it would not charge the iPod...." Read more

26 customers mention "Charging capability"23 positive3 negative

Customers like the charging capability of the FM transmitter, with several mentioning it works well for their phones, and one customer noting it's particularly useful for charging while traveling.

"...Plus it's still useful as a charger for the IPod, even if you wouldn't need the FM Transmitter functionality of the unit in that type of setup...." Read more

"...Device is great for charging, and as housing for GPS. Also, if your city is starting to ban windshield mounts (as mine is) you are in the clear...." Read more

"The sound is good, it charges my Iphone 3gs quickly, and holds my phone when using my GPS navigation app...." Read more

"...Perfect! It charges my iPhone 4 fast too! When travelling, I take this with me for my car rental...." Read more

23 customers mention "Design"18 positive5 negative

Customers like the design of the FM transmitter, with one customer noting its OEM-like appearance.

"...Bottom line, the best designed, and best sounding, FM transmitter/IPod charger I've ever tried. Well worth the money." Read more

"...Its very unobtrusive and sleek looking even when it isn't being used. It holds your iPhone 3G securely...." Read more

"...This version is more attractive than the last, but just not as powerful. I guess there was a reason it was so deeply discounted!" Read more

"Over all this is a nice looking device The transmitter works well in my Honda Ridgeline, it comes in as clear as any other FM radio station...." Read more

99 customers mention "Functionality"63 positive36 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the FM transmitter's functionality, with some reporting it works well with specific devices like the iPod 4G, while others mention it doesn't work most of the time or doesn't work with iPhones at all.

"...honestly say that, for the first time, I've actually found one that works easily and without static...." Read more

"...This device works pretty well - I have had no problems with the connection to the charger being loose, as some have said...." Read more

"...As others have pointed out, the autoscan function seems completely random and hits live stations as often as not...." Read more

"...by far is the best one in terms of ease of use, flexibility, and actual performance...." Read more

56 customers mention "Sound quality"35 positive21 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the sound quality of the FM transmitter, with some finding it good and mostly free of noise, while others report it being too noisy.

"...Other than the great sound quality, I think the next greatest thing about this particular unit is that, once you plug it into the 12V power outlet,..." Read more

"...Sound is certainly a bit better. The 'neck' of this device is wonderfully short and stiff, making the phone unobtrusive and stable...." Read more

"...It wasn't just static. The volume was weak and muffled. Perhaps this has something to do with the Prius antennae location...." Read more

"The sound is good, it charges my Iphone 3gs quickly, and holds my phone when using my GPS navigation app...." Read more

46 customers mention "Holds phone securely"24 positive22 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with how securely the adapter holds the phone, with some reporting it stays in place while others find it doesn't hold securely.

"...It's still tight, solid, no shaking or falling - and I drive a Subaru, not the smoothest suspension out there...." Read more

"...this unit work well with the iPhone, although it can be easily jostled out of use if I hit a bump in the road...." Read more

"...is good, it charges my Iphone 3gs quickly, and holds my phone when using my GPS navigation app...." Read more

"...from this to another FM transmitter is the fact that it does not hold the phone securely. If I go over a big bump it will loosen the phone...." Read more

36 customers mention "Durability"17 positive19 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the FM transmitter's durability, with some finding it solid and of good quality, while others report that it broke down quickly.

"...It's still tight, solid, no shaking or falling - and I drive a Subaru, not the smoothest suspension out there...." Read more

"...physical short, but shortly after starting to play sound, the band goes out completely. And I can't reset it unless I unplug and replug the device...." Read more

"...The Roadtrip itself is very sturdy, it plugs in and pulls out easily, although one should be gentle and not yank it too sharply..." Read more

"...It worked for a week then it exhibited random broken behavior...." Read more

35 customers mention "Value for money"19 positive16 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the FM transmitter's value for money, with some finding it a great product for the price while others consider it a waste of money.

"...Well worth the money." Read more

"...product, doesn't worth the original or the discounted price cause it's unusable" Read more

"...All in all I highly recommend this at a decent price I picked mine up here at amazon for roughly $20 (a great bargain)...." Read more

"...I have tried using the automatic station selector and it picked the worst station possible and you couldn't even use it on that station...." Read more

Holds, charges, and plays ipod in the car
5 out of 5 stars
Holds, charges, and plays ipod in the car
I really like this transmitter/charger/iPod mount. I use it in my 2005 Infiniti G35 coupe and the adjustable arm allows me to locate my iPod Touch where I can see and control the screen. I like that it's an all-in-one device that holds, charges, and transmits the music to my FM stereo and doesn't require wires to be draped all over my car. A cool plus is that it transmits the song title and artist to my RDS radio, so I can see what' playing on my stereo display, which is larger and thus easier to read than the ipod. As with all FM transmitters, you will get some hissing background noise since you are basically broadcasting the signal from your transmitter to an FM station, and the radio will generate some static noise. However, I don't find it very bothersome. I just enjoy being able to play my iPod in my car now, since my car doesn't have a direct line-in jack. For the best sound, a direct line in is obviously better, but isn't an option for my car. This item comes with a variety of adapters to fit most iPods, as long as your iPod isn't inside an aftermarket case or has a thick protective aftermarket skin added to it. My iPod has a thin decorative skin on it and fits fine into the iTrip's adapter for it.
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  • JohnnieR
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Best FM Transmitter of Several I've Used
    Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2011
    Verified Purchase
    I have had the unfortunate experience of being let down by several of these FM transmitters in the past. After buying this one, I can honestly say that, for the first time, I've actually found one that works easily and without static. I just went on nearly a 200-mile trip and never once even had to change the FM station because of static, thanks to this unit.

    Other than the great sound quality, I think the next greatest thing about this particular unit is that, once you plug it into the 12V power outlet, it becomes its own stand, thanks to the flexible neck. So, unlike other units I've tried in the past where you plug it in, then find a place to lay it in your car (often the drink holder, where it's in the way), this one is completely out of the way once you plug it in. Looks nice in the vehicle, too.

    One pretty neat feature about this unit that I think is going unmentioned is the 'audio out' jack built into the unit, on the plug near where you plug into your 12V car outlet. In other words, if you purchase a car in the future that has the "Aux In" jack where you can plug in your IPod to the car, this unit would still be useful to you: you can plug in a patch cord between this unit and your vehicle's "Aux In" jack, and still use this unit as base for the IPod. Plus it's still useful as a charger for the IPod, even if you wouldn't need the FM Transmitter functionality of the unit in that type of setup.

    Bottom line, the best designed, and best sounding, FM transmitter/IPod charger I've ever tried. Well worth the money.
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  • to2911
    3.0 out of 5 stars Pretty Good
    Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2010
    Verified Purchase
    Bought this before a three week Christmas road trip, having bought a new iPhone because I hated my LG Vue (yuck) and my GPS was stolen out of my car (along with my last FM transmitter).
    This device works pretty well - I have had no problems with the connection to the charger being loose, as some have said. It's still tight, solid, no shaking or falling - and I drive a Subaru, not the smoothest suspension out there. There was some mention in other reviews about being able to set the device to "euro" settings to get 87 on the dial. Not way that I can find - and so, I found it difficult at times to find a good station, and we had to change fairly regularly. I don't know if there is a better device out there - I've had three now, and I'd say that this one is equal to or superior to any other. Sound is certainly a bit better.
    The 'neck' of this device is wonderfully short and stiff, making the phone unobtrusive and stable. I use it mainly as a charger in the city, as I don't tend to listen to music for town driving (NPR junkie.) I don't commute by car, so my drives tend to be relatively short. Device is great for charging, and as housing for GPS. Also, if your city is starting to ban windshield mounts (as mine is) you are in the clear. So, I have to take off a star because it is just frustrating to so often have to change station - but I think this problem is endemic to the issue of FM transmitters.
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  • Chris Helbling
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great FM Transmitter
    Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2012
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    I've owned my share of these FM transmitters and this by far is the best one in terms of ease of use, flexibility, and actual performance. I should point out that I live in an area outside of major metropolitan centers. If you live in the city you may just want to get a stereo with a AUX or ipod jack. City areas usually have many radio stations using up available freq's.

    I'm a big fan of the flexible jack that allows me to position my ipod almost anyway I like. Its never been easier accessing the ipod while driving down the road and the flex jack helps in vehicles where the 12v jack is in odd places.

    I find the most of the modes aren't really needed but are a welcome addition if you need to tweak things. I also like how it turns itself on/off when you turn the key. Other units I've had sported a power switch so when you started the car you get an earful of static if the volume was turned up. Static issues and finding the right freq. are always an issue with these devices and this one is no different. I find myself having to change the station from time to time due to radio interference. if you're big on sound you should be looking at a hardwired jack for your existing stereo or getting a stereo that has one (I'm too cheap to do it).

    All in all I highly recommend this at a decent price I picked mine up here at amazon for roughly $20 (a great bargain). Feel free to ask questions in the comment section and I'll answer as best as possible.
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  • Varun Arora
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect FM transmitter
    Reviewed in India on March 23, 2015
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    Perfect FM transmitter... no static 99% of the times.....Go for it, the product is the best and is Great value at 2.4k INR!!
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