10 best JBL speakers

You most likely have not seen such a speaker yet - in shape it resembles either headphones or a headrest pillow. But it's actually a very cool 4-speaker unit with bass boost that lets you enjoy surround sound while still being in the real world. You just put it on your neck and ... you find yourself in the center of a symphony orchestra. Or at a Norah Jones concert. Or Pink Floyd. In general, with such a contraption, time for listening to high-class music will obviously increase, and mind you, not to the detriment of the main things.

Users in the reviews note the usefulness of the speaker system, good frequency response and ease of switching between devices. The gadget can be used for organizing conference calls, watching 3D VR movies and gaming. The design on the neck is imperceptible after half an hour, the sound pressure on the eardrums is excluded (unless the sound is set louder than it should be), and nothing interferes with communication with others. Well, isn't it a miracle?

The idea to combine portable acoustics with built-in light music seems to lie on the surface, but for some reason they only thought of it at JBL. And there is no need to even doubt that they were able to implement it at the highest level here, starting from the mega-cool packaging and ending with the wow-effect of the device. 2/3 of its body is occupied by an acrylic cylinder, hiding inside 100 multi-color LEDs - not a column, but a kind of musical strobe. Unique!

A stereo pair of two Pulse 3s, built using the Connect+ function, creates a music and light show worthy of the city's best stage.With practicality, the model is also all right: it sounds loud and bassist at 360 °, holds a charge for 12 hours, can be used as a speakerphone and AUX. Oh yes, it also calls Google Now at the touch of a button - in the 21st century, modern bluetooth acoustics should be able to do this too. But a portable speaker can only be considered conditionally, because no one dares to throw such beauty into a backpack.

The CLIP 3 model is addressed to JBL's largest audience - young people who love extreme spending time or just travel, but are not ready to part with their favorite musical compositions. Its distinctive features - a built-in metal carabiner for attaching to clothes or a backpack, compact dimensions (97x137x46 mm), water protection, increased autonomy up to 10 hours and a significant increase in volume - fully meet the requirements of sports and outdoor enthusiasts.

A speakerphone with echo and noise cancellation is built into the speaker, so that the gadget can be used to answer phone calls. You can listen to music either via Bluetooth or via the mini-jack connector. For the dimensions of the speaker, the articulation of the sound is impeccable, and even if you turn the music up louder, no distortion can be heard. This is a proprietary feature of all JBL portable speakers. It seems that the brand's engineers have discovered another secret of happiness - a light breeze in the face, friends nearby and a favorite composition from Clip!

Until recently, the ultimate dream of moviegoers was a home theater, but today a much more logical solution is the JBL Bar Studio soundbar. This is a unique audio system that allows you to enjoy powerful multi-channel sound in a small space. In addition to "cooperation" with the TV, the gadget is designed to work as an independent player. Using the Bluetooth module, it can read data from any mobile device. The sound processing is fantastic, thanks to the two bass ports, two tweeters with a total output of 30W and Surround Sound technology.

The panel is classified as active by connection type, that is, it connects to a TV or computer directly, via AUX or HDMI. It is controlled remotely by a complete remote control that can be synchronized with a TV remote control. Finally, it became possible to assemble all the components of a digital audio system in one elegant case measuring 614x58x86 mm, sending bulky floorstanding speakers and monumental subwoofers to their well-deserved rest!

The size of JBL GO allows you to carry the speaker with you always and everywhere, because it fits easily into your pants pocket. The gadget is easy to use and has good sound, but its price attracts most of all. The wireless device can work 5 hours in a row without additional recharging. The device reproduces music with high quality, and the volume is enough to evenly fill the room with sound up to 40 square meters.

The column is presented in 8 different colors, which allows you to choose a design for every taste.The gadget is equipped with a noise-canceling microphone, so it can be used as a speakerphone for smartphones. The column is equipped with a special mount, so it can be hung on a backpack or clothes.

This portable device combines several "bedside" functions at once: there is an alarm clock, a radio, a lamp, Bluetooth support, and two built-in USB ports can be used to charge other gadgets. Surprisingly, JBL even built in an audio jack here, which, unfortunately, has been increasingly abandoned in recent speaker models. We are pleased with the good assembly, tactilely pleasant materials and design - a round device made of rubberized plastic and a fabric braid of the speaker. On the one hand, there is a lamp with a soft LED-backlight, on the other, a mirror adjustable display with a clock.

All the main controls are located on the top: an impressive button to turn off the alarm, rewind buttons, which are also used for setting radio stations. The speaker in this column is small, so you should not count on high sound quality - it's just not bad, but in order to wake up under the radio, its power will definitely be enough.

Another updated version of one of JBL's bestsellers.This portable speaker has already been released in nine colors, made, like the previous counterparts, in a cylindrical shape with a small protrusion on the side where the main control elements are located: a pairing button, a Type-C connector, a battery charge indicator and a strap for easy carrying. Now there is not only protection according to the IP67 standard, but also a system sound notification about the impossibility of charging if the column is not dry enough after immersion in water. Pairing takes place via Bluetooth 5.1, the connection is stable, the built-in lithium-ion battery (4800 mAh) is enough for 12 hours of operation, and the device charges for about 2.5 hours. The dimensions of this JBL device can be called quite compact, weight - 550 grams.

Now about the main thing - the low-frequency and high-frequency speakers are responsible for the sound, giving out a total power of 30 watts, frequencies from 63 Hz to 20 kHz are reproduced. The reviews of the owners of the novelty are encouraging - the sound is quite loud and clear with the ability to adjust it with an equalizer in the application.

The frequency range and clear detailed sound are very pleasing - the speaker copes with all musical genres without problems. The bass is so impressive that it becomes obvious why JBL gave this bluetooth model such a name. 4 speakers are responsible for sound: two 4-inch woofers and two 0.75-inch tweeters. By the way, when working from the network, the sound is slightly more powerful than when working from the built-in battery.The operating time declared by the manufacturer is up to 24 hours at medium volume, and the built-in battery (10,000 mAh) will be fully charged in about 6 hours.

A fairly large device - 6 kilograms, so you hardly want to take it with you on a fishing trip, for example, to jam fish (there is IP67 protection against dust and moisture), but you can take a bath to the chic sound of your favorite playlist. There is a plastic carrying handle with ribbed rubber inserts for a comfortable grip. The price may confuse, but for this money JBL offers not only its unsurpassed quality, but also, in fact, a full-fledged music center that also has a power bank function.

Significantly outperforms the previous Charge-versions in sound. There are already two speakers - with a high-frequency and low-frequency emitter, which produce excellent sound both at medium and at maximum volume. No complaints about the bass - it sounds voluminous. Like most of the latest portable representatives from JBL, the Charge 5 has a PartyBoost function, which is activated by a separate button on the panel and combines the speakers into stereo pairs.

An impressive 7500 mAh battery will not only allow you to enjoy your favorite tracks for up to 20 hours, but also has a two-way charging function, now you can not be afraid to forget the power bank at home. The column is charged through the USB Type-C port, the Type-A port works for the output. The controls are simple, the body has a classic cylindrical shape, there is IP67 protection and the new Bluetooth 5.1, the signal is strong.Reviews about the model are extremely positive, the only thing that users pay attention to is the lack of track switching buttons and the absence of any carrying handle, after all, this is not the lightest portable speaker - 0.96 kg.

Rating leader and favorite of the public. For the second, and certainly not the last time, JBL is updating its popular Xtreme line. As always, there are no complaints about the build quality and materials - the highest class. Thanks to IP67 protection - a hydrophobic fabric coating and durable plugs, you can not be afraid to get caught in the rain or fall into the water with the column. However, with the latter it is better, of course, not to experiment. Unlike previous versions, the third is already equipped with a Type-C port and charges in just 2.5 hours, and the battery lasts for 15 hours.

The sound is also better, clearer and louder thanks to the updated speakers with a total power of 100 watts. They are definitely enough to rock any party. Speaking of parties, the speaker has not only a convenient carrying strap, but also an opener on it. Of the minuses noted by customers - at a distance of several meters at maximum playback power, small distortions begin to be felt, although they are not present at medium volume. The weight of the model is not the smallest - 1900 grams, but this is already half a kilo less than that of the previous brothers.