Artifact. A large boombox in the model of the original 1980s style hip hop boombox with two large speakers on either side of the boombox. In the center of the boombox there is a faux tape holder where an iPod can be inserted. Above this is a space to insert headphone cords, a USB drive or a SD/MMC cord. At the top of the boombox is an area to insert a cord for a microphone as well as buttons to add a pop, classic, rock, jazz, or loudness mix. There are also button to control selection and repeat functions for the iPod and tracking for the radio. Finally, there is a large silver knob on the right side that is used to find a radio station and a smaller silver knob to turn the boombox on on the left. There is a black handle at the top of the boombox. and a black cord in the back where the boombox can be plugged up. The boombox is of the Lasonic brand and measures approximately 13in. (width) x 24.25in. (length). The boombox is in good condition with numerous scratches all over the boombox and few signs of wear and tear. This boombox was the first one used by the SMILES Crew from its founding in 2008. Image available at http://www.flickr.com/photos/scrc/10275466095/. Gift of SMILES Crew. HHC 2013.236.01