JBL GO wireless acoustics: customer reviews. Review of the portable speaker JBL GO Waterproof speaker JBL Charge

The compact JBL GO speaker is a portable wireless accessory that allows real music lovers to enjoy their favorite music.

Equipment

Both functionality and equipment portable speaker JBL GO is uncomplicated. The packaging in which the speaker is realized is made of Bright orange inside. microUSB cable and accompanying documentation for the accessory.

Many users in their reviews on GO noted that an additional advantage of the device would be that the manufacturer would add a lanyard to the kit for attaching the gadget to jeans or a backpack. The column is notable for its small size and portability, in connection with which such an innovation would be very useful.

Design

JBL uses colors aimed at a youth audience in its latest line of products. All colors are bright, rich, stylish and a little toy. The JBL GO column was not spared this fate - on sale you can find an accessory in black, gray, blue, yellow, red, pink, orange and turquoise shades. Unfortunately, there is no classic white color in the series of acoustic gadgets, but it is quite possible to live without it.

Device owners in reviews on jBL column GO note that the keys are soft and responsive. The control buttons for the gadget are located on the top panel of the case and are made flush with it. When pressed, they flex a little, which, judging by the reviews on the JBL GO, feels very nice under the fingers.

On the right panel there is a 3.5 mm audio input, a microphone hole and a microUSB connector for charging the speaker. Many music lovers, in their reviews of the JBL GO speaker, considered the lack of a cable with a mini-jack at both ends, designed to connect the speaker to a sound source, as a disadvantage. As a result, you have to buy it, which is not good.

There is a large enough loop on the left side of the cabinet to secure a lanyard to facilitate transportation of the speaker. The shape of the speaker case is rectangular, the corners are not smoothed.

A non-standard approach to the appearance of the gadget during the period of popularity of rounded corners came to the liking of consumers: reviews on the JBL GO portable acoustics emphasize the organic nature of the design that is out of the trend. In the palm of your hand, the speaker looks more like a small Soft-Touch brick, the surface of which is very pleasant to feel under your fingers. The body is made of quality materials, not processed metal or glossy plastic, which is quite often found in Chinese counterparts.

High-quality, strict and stylish performance of the column is brightened up with ease and frivolity of colors.

On the underside of the case, technical information about the device. On the general appearance it does not have much effect, so you can ignore it.

The speaker, located on the front side of the column, is covered with a metal mesh, which many music lovers, judging by the reviews on JBL GO, found a very interesting solution.

Device connection

You can connect the speaker using a standard 3.5 mm cable or via Bluetooth. It makes no sense to save battery power by connecting the gadget via a wire: the operating time is practically the same. Data transmission version 4.1 states in advance that the power consumption of the acoustic device is very low.

A portable speaker can be connected to a new smartphone, tablet, computer, laptop very quickly and easily. There is no need to torment and rush around the device with a tambourine: on both devices, the visibility mode is turned on, and after 10-15 seconds a connection is established. The reviews on the JBL GO portable speaker say that to turn on the visibility mode, just press the Bluetooth key on the case once.

No communication breaks or errors were recorded during the operation of the device. The maximum distance to which the sound source can be removed is no more than 5 meters. The signal path should not be obstructed by walls or other wireless connections - and in this case, the sound quality and communication will be perfect.

Periodic switching on and off of the column signals a low charge of the built-in battery. Battery discharge is also accompanied by a blinking red LED located on the front side of the case under the speaker's metal mesh. When music is playing, the LED is solid blue.

Handsfree

The portable speaker can be used as a Handsfree device. The main and only speaker reproduces the subscriber's speech, the voice of the owner of the gadget is recorded by a built-in microphone with noise canceling function. The voice is perfectly picked up by the microphone at a distance of 30 centimeters. It is possible to communicate at a greater distance from the speaker, but the speaker's voice will sound softer and quieter.

You can connect a speaker to only one sound source. Unfortunately, the gadget cannot work with two or more devices simultaneously.

Sound quality

The sound power delivered by the 40 mm speaker is 3 W. It is quite enough to inform the whole street about your own musical preferences, as stated in the reviews on JBL GO. The reproduced music will also be perfectly heard in rooms ranging from 120 to 150 square meters.

A huge advantage is the absence of whistles, wheezing and other noise at maximum volume, which are usually accompanied by transducer voltage.

Music lovers in their reviews on JBL GO say that the speaker is perfect for reproducing simple to medium-complexity musical genres and styles.

Unfortunately, you shouldn't listen to dubstep, metal or hard rock in such a gadget: portable devices are not able to reproduce such genres.

Low frequencies can be heard when the speaker is placed on resonant surfaces. Of course, you should not expect normal bass from acoustics, but you can get something similar from JBL GO.

Autonomous work

The manufacturer claims that the speaker is capable of 5 hours of continuous music playback. The device is charged for 1.5 hours.

According to the reviews on JBL GO, one can judge that the maximum operating time of the speaker when connected to a sound source via Bluetooth at the maximum volume level is 2 hours 38 minutes. After this time, the connection breaks and the gadget turns off. After that, the speaker can play music through a cable, but the quality suffers greatly, and the audio playback time is very short.

The speaker is fully charged in 1 hour 39 minutes. The speaker is connected to desktop computer or a laptop using a USB cable. The charging time increases significantly if the speaker is fed through the power supply unit.

Manufacturer's declared time autonomous work is confirmed only if the music is played at medium volume.

The cost of the new JBL GO speaker is 1990 rubles. The cost is slightly higher average price of such portable gadgets, however, it is worth paying for the bright design, recognizable brand, functionality and good characteristics. The sound quality is maintained at a height, not inferior to many expensive analogs of acoustic devices from world famous brands, and significantly bypasses cheaper Chinese speaker models.

JBL Charge waterproof speaker

The JBL Charge column is one of the manufacturer's budget models, which has become a kind of bridge between Micro, Clip and JBL GO Black. Reviews on the columns of these models confirm their similarity in functionality.

For the average consumer and music lover, the Charge model will be the most attractive among the entire line of JBL portable speakers. Other series have very dubious advantages noted in the reviews on JBL GO Teal - carabiners or LEDs, while the Charge is more practical and has got a voluminous battery that can be used to charge any other portable devices. JBL recently introduced a new, fourth model in the line of speakers - Charge 3.

Specifications

• Supports A2DP 1.3, HFP 1.6, HSP 1.2 and AVRCP 1.5 with the ability to connect up to three devices simultaneously via Bluetooth.
• Wired connection with a mini-jack cable.
• Mode of operation in the form wireless headset.
• Two 50 mm wide-range speakers and two passive radiators.
• Speaker power - 10 watts.
• The range of reproducible frequencies is from 65 Hz to 20 kHz.
• The noise / signal ratio is more than 80 dB.
• Waterproof protection according to IPX7 standard - the gadget can be submerged for half an hour at a depth of one meter.
• Built-in battery from which you can charge any other external devices via the USB connector.
• Relatively light weight - 800 grams.
• Dimensions - 213x87x88.5 mm.

Equipment

Everything is standard in the Gharge 3 box and resembles the JBL GO Black reviews: a bright orange power supply coupled with replaceable plugs and a microUSB cable. The case for this model is not required, thanks to the IPx7 protection technology.

Design

Early Charge models looked very much like beer cans. The design of the new Charge 3 is very similar to the JBL Xtreme.

Users in their reviews on GO Black jblgoblk note that all the company's products are available in bright and rich colors - black, red, gray, blue and turquoise.

The JBL logo is located in the center of the Charge column, a little lower - a five-position charge level indicator, very convenient and bright. The charge level is easily determined, even if you look at the gadget from above - the glow of the indicator is reflected in the table surface.

The control keys are located symmetrically on the top panel. From right to left are the keys for pausing the song, increasing the volume, connecting via JBL Connect, turning on the device, decreasing the volume and connecting via Bluetooth.

All speaker connections are firmly sealed with a solid rubber plug. With careful use, it is unlikely that it will leak.

As in the previous model of speakers, the connectors are standard - microUSB, 3.5 mm audio output, USB port to charge other gadgets. The output amperes in the Charge speakers are quite high, for which we can say thanks to the manufacturer.

Passive radiators are located in recesses at the ends of the column. They do not let water through, like other elements.

The texture of the base of the gadget is embossed, the very bottom surface of a small area. You don't have to worry about the stability of the speaker - thanks to its weight, it is firmly held in one place.

In Charge 3, not only the charge indicator is illuminated, but also the power button: when synchronizing via Bluetooth, the blue LED is on, when it is on, the standard white one. When JBL Connect mode is running, the corresponding key is lit.

The manufacturer did its best to create an acoustic device with a unique and unusual design... The Charge 3 case is symmetrical, made of high-quality material with an original textile coating without unnecessary additions in the form touch buttons... Some other speakers of the manufacturer outwardly strongly resemble this model.

Sound quality

Sound versus previous model became more balanced, which is especially noticeable when listening to vocals in musical compositions: in many speaker models it comes out on top, while in Charge 3 it harmoniously merges with the ensemble. The openness of the sound characteristic of this series has remained unchanged - the main speakers look straight ahead, so there is no need to cheat with their installation.

The Charge 3 speakers can work with three different connection schemes. The acoustic device can be connected to the output of the computer's audio card via a cable for playing music, via a Bluetooth connection to any gadget, transferring tracks to it in high quality through any streaming service.

Refuse to use portable systems not worth it: the sound quality, depending on the specific type of connection, changes dramatically. The dynamics and sounds of individual instruments virtually disappear and overlap with vocals when connected via Bluetooth. Better tracks sound much better.

The JBL Connect mode implemented in Charge 3 allows you to synchronize multiple speakers from the same manufacturer at the same time. All devices can be connected via the JBL Connect app. Also, a portable speaker can be used as a wireless headset: this mode is very easy to turn on and, of course, very convenient when traveling or jogging.

Autonomous work

When connecting a portable speaker Charge via a Bluetooth connection, the device turned off 40 minutes before the time specified by the manufacturer, trying to save the last remaining battery charge. However, the column can work after turning it back on for a few more minutes.

Comparing the Charge 3 with previous version the same model, an increase in the charging time of the device and a decrease in the battery life can be noted. When the battery is low, the gadget stopped notifying the owner with sound signals, interrupting the playback of musical compositions - now only the red-lit charge indicator notifies about the battery discharge.

The Charge series, like the GO, is continually enhanced by JBL. The manufacturer's priorities remain speaker design and sound quality. A distinctive feature of the portable acoustic devices Charge has become a high class of protection against moisture. As a result, JBL created a universal portable device, which can be used at any time of the year without fear of failure.

The May holidays. It is very good to spend this time in nature. Well, it would be nice to take a speaker outside to listen to your favorite music. Here's an idea for you, JBL Go for 2500 rubles ...

Design, construction

JBL has a very good team and I'm not surprised at all that even super budget Go looks great. The packaging is simple, made of transparent plastic, there is a speaker inside, an orange charging cable and documentation. Pay attention, even thought about the cable, it seems like a trifle but very nice. The speaker case is made of rubberized plastic, at the end there is a 3.5 mm jack, a microUSB input, the front part is closed with a metal grill, under it is a small light indicator. On the top there is a power button, Bluetooth, volume buttons and answer a call. Surprisingly, this inexpensive speaker has not forgotten about the speaker for answering a call.





The column is available in as many as seven colors, these are black (the most boring), blue, yellow, pink, red, white, orange, mint, I recommend choosing some bright color, well, what is it, some kind of sadness and dullness around? Moreover, it is spring now.

You can see all colors in the picture. The column is small, fits into any pocket, dimensions are 68.3 x 82.7 x 30.8 mm. There is also a groove for attaching a strap at the end; it will come in handy to hang the speaker on the handlebars of a bicycle or somewhere else. In general, the impressions from the design and assembly are only positive. Small and beautiful devicea big thank you to the JBL design team.

Functions

With this speaker, you can listen to music by connecting it to a smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth, in addition, there is a 3.5mm jack. Note that there is also a speaker for conversations, and the Go has good voice quality.

Music

The speaker has one speaker and it plays very well, loudly (and there is a volume reserve), clean, very good bass, but if someone doesn't like something, then this column costs only 2500 rubles. When you say this, all questions disappear at once. I will not even develop the topic about sound especially, because here it is not bad and full stop - nuances and so on, let's leave it for the big, "adult" JBLs. It is gratifying that the company has enough strength to release solutions like Go and serious systems for home use.

conclusions

“Focusing on customer demand, we see that people increasingly need devices“ for every day ”: simple in functionality, easy to use, of high quality and as portable as possible. The new JBL Go audio system has all of these advantages, and with its affordable price it will be affordable for a wide range of buyers, ”says Evgeny Konov, CEO of HARMAN Russia. For some time I can not disagree with the phrase for the press release, indeed, Go is currently a unique offer on the market and the column arrived just in time. In times of crisis, it is such things that are valuable - excellent design, all the necessary functions, good sound quality, Bluetooth support and 2,500 rubles in retail. This is what consumers need.

You don't need to have electrical outlets nearby to listen to your favorite music through the speakers. The JBL Go portable mini-speaker is an ergonomic solution for fun outdoors or just for a walk accompanied by pleasant melodies. Our experts have prepared a review of the JBL Go model for those who are looking for high-quality mobile acoustic systems... Check out the key features of a trendy stand-alone speaker.

Unlike its already rather popular "brother" JBL Clip, the JBL GO portable music column has a rectangular shape. The dimensions of the device are 68.3 x 82.7 x 30.8 mm. The invention is aimed at young people.

The speaker is designed in a minimalist style and is available in several colors. Lovers of bright colors can choose a model in yellow, red, crimson, orange. For those who prefer the classics, there are cases in gray, black, blue.

The body material has not changed - it is still plastic with a rubberized coating. This texture increases the strength of the case and reduces the risk of cracking if dropped. The front of the speaker is encased in a metal grill to protect the acoustics.

On the top of the panel are buttons for control and activation via Bluetooth.

On the right at the end, the user will find several connectors for connecting a microphone, audio cable, charger (micro-USB).

On the left there are grooves for the strap. But it is worth considering that the strap itself is not included. A small LED indicator notifies which mode the device is in.

In general, the design of the JBL Go model is not original. But, perhaps, the manufacturer this time relied on the simplicity and clarity of the lines.

Main characteristics

The JBL Go wireless speaker has the following features:

• Wireless connection methods - Bluetooth (version 4.1).
• Bluetooth profiles - A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP.
• The total output power is 3 W.
• The minimum frequency is 180 Hz.
• The maximum frequency is 20,000 Hz.
• The signal-to-noise ratio is 80 dB.
• Powered by a battery (600 mAh).
• The average battery life is 5 hours.
• Weight - 130 g.

Includes documentation and cable with charger... The device has a simple translucent packaging.

Sound quality

Despite the miniature dimensions, the acoustics of the device are pleasantly surprising. The power of 3 W is enough for the music to be heard within a radius of 150 meters of open space. In a small room, a miniature gadget can quite compete with the sound of computer wired speakers.

A big plus is that even at maximum volume, there is no interference in the form of noise, wheezing, sound distortion. Special attention to the bass - for such a small speaker they are simply excellent.

You shouldn't hope to catch the subtlest notes of classical music or all shades of rock, but pop melodies sound pretty well from this "box".

Functionality

3.5mm micro-US connector allows you to connect your wireless speaker to any mobile device to play audio files. The column is compatible with all major gadgets ( Samsung Galaxy, iPhone, MacBook), including with chinese smartphones... Pairing takes place in just a few seconds via handshaking.

The speaker can be used not only for playing music, but also for hands-free communication. The built-in microphone transmits speech to the interlocutor without interference. However, clear voice communication can only be counted on indoors. The lack of a squelch will prevent you from communicating outside, especially in windy weather.

If you buy a lanyard separately, you can hang the speaker around your neck or attach it, for example, to a bicycle.

Autonomous work

Still, the main feature of the JBL Go speaker is mobility. The manufacturer claims that the device is capable of working for 5 hours without interruption. At the same time, the time for a full charge is not so much - only 1.5 hours. But the documentation does not indicate at what volume the speaker will last for the stated time. In fact (judging by consumer reviews), the model cannot withstand more than 3 hours of battery life at full volume. If the sound is played through a cable, then you can count on an additional 30-40 minutes.

But at an average volume, the speaker really works for all 5 hours.

Pros and cons of JBL Go

Any device has its own disadvantages and advantages. Let's find out what is good and not so much in the JBL Go model.

• Stylish laconic design.
• Stability.
• Large color palette.
• High-quality housing with rubberized coating and metal grill.
• Sound without interference.
• Built-in microphone.
• Hole for attaching the cord.
• Easy to operate.

• The declared 5 hours does not work at maximum volume.
• Suitable for listening in better quality only pop music.
• No cord included.

However, it is worth noting that the main advantage of JBL audio systems is quality. Despite some drawbacks, the speaker promises to last a long time. Compared to competitive models, this speaker's case clearly wins in terms of durability and good build quality.

Outcome

Leading the review of the JBL Go speaker to the end, we can conclude that this is a quite worthy model for a fun time outdoors or gatherings with friends in the yard. Under such a speaker you can hardly arrange a disco, you should not count on a powerful "quality". But the manufacturer does not make too loud promises. The portable speaker meets the declared qualities, and if used as intended, there will be no disappointments.

The audio system is sold in our market at a very reasonable price (from 1100 to 1500 rubles) and is quite affordable for young people. In addition, such a gadget can be a great gift for friends and family.