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Aiwa Exos 9 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Last Updated: April 9, 2020 (Refresh Now)
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Sound / Sound Quality
535bass, sound quality, aiwa, loud, speakers
+96%
-4%
" ... That dual coil 6 inch woofer can thus. ... "
" ... THE best wireless speaker ever! ... Sound quality is deep and totally enjoyable. ... We have taken this speaker to all kinds of environments and it has never disappointed. ... My music is Pink Floyd, Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin etc this speaker pumps out the bass I love it ... "
" ... Then when I found out that I can pair with a sound one I ordered a 2nd this summer. ... Both sound awesome!! ... "
" ... It provides plenty of sound and is easy to move around. ... "
" ... i really like the sound and always purchased Bose in the past. ... "
" ... The sound is the best quality for an audio device in this price range. ... "
" ... Extremely easy to use with crisp loud sound. ... "
" ... The Bass response and definition is spectacular even at lower volumes. ... Very clean, tight. ... Listen to a lot of classic rock, progressive, aor, and that subwoofer is just incredible. ... Mids are good, Highs aren't terrible but could be better, brighter, and the equalizer is a very welcome plus. ... I just know the wife is gonna freak when I go for the 2nd one to link for L/R stereo, but I must . ... "
Sound / Volume
217loud, volume, distortion, sound quality, aiwa
+88%
-12%
" ... nice sounding speaker ... "
" ... I love this speaker. ... "
" ... Very loud and very clean sounding. ... "
" ... The crossovers are well balanced and there is no distortion even at loud volume. ... "
" ... Bought it for back yard parties. ... "
" ... Even at the highest volumes it doesn't distort and sounds really good. ... "
" ... The most beautiful sounding speaker. ... "
" ... So let's take a look at why I already love this medium-sized speaker. ... But what's great, like I said earlier, is that there's no distortion to the sound at the highest volumes. ... I would say make this your next purchase for sure if you want clear, full music at any volume. ... "
Sound / Bass
171highs, deep, sound quality, crisp, mids
+95%
-5%
" ... The bass was what I remembered from my Aiwa bookshelf systems from the 90's! ... "
" ... Sound - I will tell you that if you like Bass and good balanced mids, this speaker sounds good. ... "
" ... As much bass as you could want. ... Balanced sound during all music genres. ... "
" ... Full bass, nice mid range, sweet treble, plenty of volume and no bluetooth issues. ... "
" ... That artist's voice you try to sing in your car, that instrumental that gets you air strummin', deep bass, punchy bass . ... If you want the clearest, most well balanced sounding bluetooth speaker you can not go wrong. ... "
" ... All feature quality sound and engineering, clean bass response, with 20-40 Watts. ... it sounds like a home system, crisp, clear highs and solid bass you can feel. ... "
" ... Aiwa Exos-9 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - These speakers sound great from the low bass to the high frequencies. ... "
" ... The sound is amazing, loud, and the bass response is deep and outstanding. ... Note the placement is important if you need to get the bass sound good, it needs to be close to a wall. ... "
Connectivity / Bluetooth
154speaker, aiwa, blue tooth, portable, speakers
+95%
-5%
" ... Best bluetooth speaker I ever had period ... "
" ... This is definitely the best Bluetooth speaker out there for the money loud and clear and crisp ! ... "
" ... I purchased 2 Aiwa Exos 9 Bluetooth speaker. ... 1 For my brother, 1 for myself and I must say, the best Bluetooth speaker I have ever own and heard. ... While playing tunes outdoors, I like to Connect the unit to the AUX-IN, that saves battery life instead of using Bluetooth. ... For everyone that owns the Aiwa Exos 9 Bluetooth speaker, enjoy it! ... "
" ... I've been on a quest the last few weeks to find the best Bluetooth speaker under $400. ... Then I got this Aiwa bluetooth speaker. ... The speaker totally rocks and is the best bluetooth speaker I have ever heard. ... "
" ... Bluetooth connection is easy and up to eight devices stay in the memory when you need to re-connect. ... "
" ... Love it , i think they could compete with thousand dollar blue tooth speakers. ... Btw i have three other blue tooth speakers and the don't even compare to this one. ... "
" ... I was a little skeptical at first earlier this year I bought a sound books Bluetooth speaker which was very large weighs about 35 lb but the sound out of it is supreme when I got this system a couple weeks ago I was pleasantly surprised that the sound quality is very close to the sound books that I appreciate previously purchased so now I have to good Bluetooth speakers that can rock the whole house ... "
" ... Note, if all you're looking for is Bluetooth, there are likely better speakers. ... "
Battery
120battery life, hours, life, charge, volume
+88%
-12%
" ... I gave the battery 3 stars because is any battery really ever enough?!? ... "
" ... I didn't rate the battery longevity, as I have not experience with the battery performance. ... "
" ... The battery lasts all day playing at medium volume, and I can plug my cell phone into the back to keep it charged . ... "
" ... I had a battery issue (not Aiwa’s fault) and they were very considerate and fixed the problem in a fast and fair manner. ... "
" ... long lasting battery ... "
" ... Battery life is not an issue for me, even though I’m using this speaker exclusively in my truck, I’m still plugged in all of the time. ... "
" ... But it's nice to know that you can buy additional batteries if you want to keep you outdoor party going for longer. ... "
" ... I also like that they have an extended life battery that will be available. ... "
Price
85worth, speaker, worth every penny, money, aiwa
+93%
-7%
" ... Sound quality cannot be beaten by speakers of the same price range. ... "
" ... Totally worth it! ... "
" ... It is great to feel like you got more than your moneys worth! ... "
" ... At the price point, they are very well worth your investment. ... "
" ... Best $300 dollars I ever spent ... "
" ... Worth every penny. ... "
" ... In the end, there are so many choices out there but I think for the price, this unit does not disappoint. ... "
" ... On the plus side, the Aiwa is a beautiful speaker and it sounds great, just not for me at the price point. ... "
Sound / Frequencies
70highs, eq, equalizer, mids and highs, lows
+93%
-7%
" ... Also I recommend playing with the 5 channel EQ. ... "
" ... You can customize your listening preferences, base, treble, to your liking. ... "
" ... nice to have the built-in equalizer. ... "
" ... The eq works perfectly. ... "
" ... Also being able to EQ the system itself is a huge plus, and yes it does make a big difference in sound. ... "
" ... Built-in equalizer. ... "
" ... Low and mid range tones are 5 star and the highs rate a 4 star with my old man hearing. ... "
" ... -When adjusting the EQ levels, the sound cuts out for a brief second. ... "
Body / Size
67size, carry, speaker, carrying, sound quality
+91%
-9%
" ... Good for parties and large spaces! ... "
" ... It is bit heavy to carry around, but the sound quality is amazing, and first impressions are that this is really good product for the price. ... So if you want portable, chargeable, good sound quality, and for reasonable price, join us and the others recommending this. ... "
" ... It’s lightweight, easy to carry and the battery life is stellar. ... "
" ... This is also much larger in comparison and is a bit clunky if you’re looking for something highly portable. ... "
" ... I bought the travel case that fits it . ... "
" ... It’s lightweight so portability is easy. ... "
" ... It's a bit smaller and can be taken as a carry-on. ... "
" ... This thing is the best portable speaker I’ve ever owned! ... "
Compatibility & Ports / Device Compatibility
60speaker, connect, echo, paired, aiwa
+93%
-7%
" ... My phone synced instantly. ... "
" ... Below I review several Bluetooth speakers in 2 different categories, small-form and large form. ... "
" ... Apparently one of my neighbors had connected the Bluetooth, and started playing music. ... "
" ... I had no trouble connecting with blue tooth and syncing together. ... "
" ... I’ve paired it to my phone and WOW! ... I’ve got it paired to my fire stick and WOW WOW WOW!! ... If you want a nice portable speaker system for your computer, phone, TV, Fire stick, and just for having a party in the backyard this is for you! ... "
" ... Connecting via Bluetooth is as simple as it can get (it can also be connected via USB and coaxial cables). ... It's simply there when you go to pair it with your phone or other device's with Bluetooth capability. ... "
" ... I’ve tried many Bluetooth speakers. ... "
" ... It pairs with my Samsung S6 easily. ... "
Product Reliability
46speaker, months, ago, years, unit
+67%
-33%
" ... After a year, my speaker (which I absolutely LOVE), stopped playing. ... "
" ... I know this is a totally different company from back in those days but it appears they are still producing some great products. ... "
" ... Those days are over now. ... "
" ... This is the best item I have purchased in years. ... "
" ... Great speaker, I've had it for 20 months. ... "
" ... I have had it for a few months now and still no regrets. ... "
" ... Just hope it last after years of use. ... "
" ... Best electronic product I've bought all year! ... "
Usage / Capacity
42parties, room, backyard, party, living room
+98%
-2%
" ... So far I've used it in the kitchen, the construction area in the basement while I remodel it, on the deck while I relax and unwind. ... "
" ... Super happy with this speaker plays great in the house as i moved it to the bed room living room and kitchen. ... "
" ... It has plenty of power to hear through out the house or at a party. ... "
" ... I walked around my entire house (built in 1959 with 1" thick plastered walls) and never lost connection. ... Bought it for back yard parties. ... "
" ... I bought 3 of them for friends, finally bought this one and it is replacing the 4 Kickers I have throughout the house. ... "
" ... I wanted portability when doing yard work or for BBQ entertaining. ... "
" ... This can just about shake walls from what I've heard so far. ... "
" ... We use it for our spa room. ... "
Usage / Ease of Use
40easy, speaker, easy to set, easy to connect, use
+100%
" ... It's very simple to use, the controls really don't require much to understand. ... "
" ... Awesome speaker,very easy to connect and use . ... "
" ... it's very user friendly. ... "
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
" ... Great speaker, easy to use, adequate volume for outdoor parties, and easy to configure. ... "
" ... I am older needed something that was EASY to use. ... "
" ... I cannot express how easy Aiwa's support staff was to work with. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
Body / Build Quality
26handle, carrying case, carrying, wish, weather
+85%
-15%
" ... However, with it not being weather resistant at all or dent proof, I was too worried about it getting damaged on these job sites. ... "
" ... I'm now looking to buy the extended battery and the carrying case to protect it. ... "
" ... Don't make people have to buy two when a creative hinge and release would do the job. ... "
" ... it's the only thing that sticks out that could likely get damaged inadvertently when (in my opinion) if it was a very slim design or flush with a finger tip carrossel knob. ... "
" ... It looks very nice, the construction is good. ... "
" ... It’s not made to withstand abuse, but if you treat it with care it will take care of you. ... "
" ... Feels solid, sound is better than I had hoped for. ... "
" ... It has a nice padded handle built in though if you do move it around. ... "
Parts & Accessories / Remote
25control, included, aiwa, sold, carrying case
+92%
-8%
" ... Sound quality is best and with remote. ... "
" ... Bought as well the Remote Control to essentially rise and lower the volume, but the same can be accomplished with the Echo Dot remote control from Amazon if you leave the volume of the speaker high enough. ... "
" ... I purchased the remote and bag along with it and they are great. ... "
" ... I guess also available are a remote, extra batteries and a carrying case. ... "
" ... Like other reviewers, I do have issues (minor) with the UI which I have thwarted by purchasing the very reasonably priced remote control. ... "
" ... Recommend the remote for this unit as well. ... "
" ... I am getting the remote to see if this helps with process. ... "
" ... I circumvented this annoyance by ordering the separate remote control ($12.99) . ... "
Service / Marketplace
25aiwa, thank you aiwa, thank, review, received
+92%
-8%
" ... Kudos to you! ... "
" ... Original - Will update if the problem is resolved. ... "
" ... Bought through Amazon I was relieved to see how well it was packaged . ... Aiwa had double box it for shipping , then Amazon added another box and packing ! ... "
" ... There is no need to rate Amazon, even though now their price is a little higher than many other online vendors. ... "
" ... Thank you AIWA and thank you Jimmy! ... "
" ... Thank you for making a product that truly awesome. ... "
" ... I'm from Canada but bought it through Amazon.com. ... "
" ... Thank you, Aiwa. ... "
Usage / Controls
24control, volume, controls, equalizer, volume control
+83%
-17%
" ... You're able to control each speaker for mixing so no matter what you like out of your music, you can get it. ... "
" ... I’ve decided for me that the equalizer settings are all at max to really pump up the volume. ... "
" ... -The blue lights and graphical EQ already look a cool blue when lit, but I think it would be downright awesome to allow the user to have an option to leave it lit when plugged in and have the graphical analyzer move. ... "
" ... I love the way they sound, plus you can change the settings too! ... "
" ... Not to mention the EQ, pairing lock, etc . ... "
" ... I played a few songs by Coldplay and it gave me chills. ... The EQ is awesome, I prefer preset 2 which is dance setting I believe, since I listen to mainly a lot of electronic music. ... "
" ... The music (all types) just never sounds right, no matter how much I play with the settings. ... "
" ... In contrast, this unit has a real knob for the Volume control and when you connect something to the Aux port it switches to that input by itself. ... "
Service / Service Centers
22customer, service, aiwa, support, sent
+100%
" ... So I email Aiwa customer service. ... I am assuming that my question(s) will get answered. ... "
" ... Great Customer Support From Aiwa for issues not related to quality. ... "
" ... I’m writing this review after having a very positive customer service experience. ... "
" ... Finally, if Mr. Cooper wants to talk about intangibles, lets talk about the level of customer service you receive with this product. ... "
" ... Customer service seems great, haven't had any issues yet to engage them, but know right where to go and who to call if I do. ... "
" ... If the issue is resolved, I will update my one star rating appropriately. ... "
" ... And, while I understand that customer service and support are great, I have not needed to find out for myself. ... "
" ... After speaking with the company about it we were so satisfied with this customer service we were willing to try it, and were so glad we did. ... "
Body / Water Resistance
21water, waterproof, blows, speakers, beach
+90%
-10%
" ... I bought this for our pool and this speaker did not disappoint. ... "
" ... Unless you want something you can drop in the pool like JBL products, I think the Aiwa Exos-9 is a good choice. ... "
" ... You can expect for many customers using a portable device like this to use it on beaches or other places near water and water/splash resistance can be important. ... "
" ... We use it primarily on our pool lanai. ... "
" ... I don't want the splash proof bag that you can buy for extra because I just don't think it looks good. ... "
" ... Its only advantages are it does get loud (produces 36w total) and is rugged and waterproof. ... It's also water resistant and rugged. ... I wanted this speaker to be "The One" so bad as it had the rugged/waterproof features plus a more convenient handle that Aiwa Exos-9 lacks. ... You can literally throw this thing in a pool if you wanted too. ... "
" ... This rocks at the beach! ... "
" ... the whole pool enjoy the music . ... "
Body / Design
17design, looks, feel, sound, nice
+100%
" ... Loved the sound, the look. ... "
" ... It was a great idea, and I think it looks really nice. ... "
" ... Portable, elegant, beautiful sound, super simple. ... "
" ... The vintage look is pretty cool too. ... "
" ... One could say, "this is supposed to be a 90's design", and they would be correct !! ... "
" ... It looks very nice, the construction is good. ... "
" ... This thing looks like shit. ... There is nothing about the Ex-9 that says "sleek, elegant, stylish". ... "
" ... It would make the speaker look even more elegant (not that it isn't already a beautiful piece of art) when being used as the main setup in ones home. ... "
Usage / For Travel
16yard, travel, beach, want, vacation
+94%
-6%
" ... Portable speakers should be more compact for travel. ... "
" ... Have used it for BBQ, at the park, playing basketball, while working on the yard and it doesn't miss a beat. ... "
" ... I personally use this unit for my trailer and outside when I'm camping, but the sound stage will fill a small to medium sized room perfectly. ... "
" ... Use it daily for PC usage and also for extended camping. ... "
" ... I was looking for a mobile party box to take on vacation to the beach, mountaints, etc. ... "
" ... I've taken it to BBQs, Beach Trips, and just overall use around the house with no issues. ... "
" ... Battery life is way better than advertised and you can buy spare packs for multi day camping trips, at a reasonable price, which i really really appreciate since the battery WILL die during the lifetime of a speaker like this. ... "
" ... Looking forward to rocking my back yard with tunes this summer. ... "
Service / Returns
15sent, would, unit, replacement, purchase
+53%
-47%
" ... it decided that it was ready for me to have to purchase a replacement. ... "
" ... It served as a great replacement. ... "
" ... I ordered another one. ... "
" ... I may order another one. ... "
" ... I plan to return it. ... "
" ... I contacted Aiwa. ... "
" ... send them a massage they will tell you how to fix it. ... "
" ... free no return shipping costs, they paid!!! ... "
Compatibility & Ports / Ports
11aux, usb, via, power, get
+64%
-36%
" ... Connecting via Bluetooth is as simple as it can get (it can also be connected via USB and coaxial cables). ... "
" ... The Input is powered by the Exos-9's USB phone charging port. ... "
" ... -Wireless daisy-chaining ... "
" ... In terms of sound I will say is fine given the fact the Echo Dot is driving it via cable to the Aux Port. ... "
" ... Tried disconnecting the power, and the battery, and different audio sources as well as aux cables. ... "
" ... There is a USB charge port on the back and 3.5mm Auxillary input as well. ... "
Body / Comfort
11hands, speaker, sound, pleasing, loud
+100%
" ... The overall sound was accurate to my ears. ... "
" ... Great quality sound, just not loud enough for this old metal head . ... "
" ... Thank you Aiwa for ending my search to find the perfect speaker and pleasing my ears with your product! ... "
" ... I'd feel comfortable taking this anywhere. ... "
" ... You will grow tired of adjusting the different bars because every time you adjust it by just one notch, the music pauses for a couple seconds each time. ... "
" ... The carrying handle is a great idea also because the speaker would be a pain to have to carry with both hands . ... "
" ... I have not seen any of these issues outlined to the extent I did, but on the other hand, my use seems to be unique. ... "
" ... I know most people are thinking they fell off a long time ago, but imo this new ownership with their commitment to quality and value, has become one of my most highly recommended and talked about companies. ... "
Body / Fit
9place, battery, cases, travel, tote
+78%
-22%
" ... I'm even going to go as far as buying another one so I can have them sit behind both seats linked. ... "
" ... I found battery insertion to be a little challenging once I understood that it locks firmly into place Bam issue solved. ... "
" ... It is lightweight enough to move from place to place. ... "
" ... They are not portable in the sense that they will fit in your backpack ... "
" ... I highly recommend buying a pair of these and the cases that they fit in. ... The only other thing I did was to get 90 degree power cords so they fit better in the cases. ... "
" ... I bought the travel case that fits it . ... "
" ... I had a big jam box and this is like 4 of those put together. ... "
Software / Apps
8firmware, app, issue, drivers, aiwa
+100%
" ... For drivers this size, 10 hours is awesome, and more than enough. ... Everything is super clear due to the separate drivers. ... "
" ... Works great with Alexa/Amazon music. ... "
" ... Third review: learned that the Music app with equalizer capabilities gives you even better sound . ... so I am now using my app equalizer . ... "
" ... (FIRMWARE UPDATE SOLVED THIS) ... "
" ... I just order a refurbished one from the Aiwa web site so I can link the two together can't wait. ... "
" ... It is really great to be able to play music from my phone and the music apps quickly and effortlessly. ... "
" ... Five drivers really makes the difference with this guy in audio quality and sheer loudness! ... "
Parts & Accessories / Cable
8power, extension, via, usb, get
+88%
-13%
" ... We havent tested the battery life because it’s easy to move around so we keep it plugged in on an extension cord. ... "
" ... Connecting via Bluetooth is as simple as it can get (it can also be connected via USB and coaxial cables). ... "
" ... I used the supplied patch cable to connect to my iPod , fired both up and had instant sound filling my room . ... "
" ... With a full charge they easily last through a movie so no need to run extension cord through the yard. ... "
" ... I like that it uses a standard power cord and not a hinky wall wart. ... "
" ... Tried disconnecting the power, and the battery, and different audio sources as well as aux cables. ... "
" ... The only other thing I did was to get 90 degree power cords so they fit better in the cases. ... "
Connectivity / Range
8range, house, built, walls, staying
+88%
-13%
" ... If you plan to use at home, get ready to shake the walls! ... "
" ... Well everyone now has wifi. ... "
" ... The Aiwa is a semi permanent setup for me mostly staying in the bedroom and staying plugged in most of the time. ... "
" ... Covers the mid high low range very well. ... "
" ... The range of the Bluetooth is good enough for me to be able to walk around the house without the signal becoming choppy. ... "
" ... This is a good reason the next version should have WiFi built-in !! ... "
" ... From the $40 to $900 range. ... "
Usage / Setup
7super, demo, easy, connect, ago
+100%
" ... It’s also extremely easy to link to devices and other aiwas as I found with the second one I purchased. ... "
" ... Easy to connect to and haven't had any problems since purchase ~ 3 months ago. ... "
" ... I charged, configured and did the demo for my fussy friend. ... "
Parts & Accessories / Cover
6carrying, bag, case, wish, must
+100%
" ... The handle could be better as well, so I definitely recommend the carrying bag. ... "
" ... The available carrying case is a must. ... "
" ... Get the bag for transport. ... "
" ... The carrying case (not included) is well made and allows the speakers to be used without removing them from the carrying case. ... "
" ... He loved the “bag”. ... "
" ... Sure but the carrying bag (a must buy) provides that . ... "
Service / Delivery
5one, delivery, box, arrived, aiwa
+80%
-20%
" ... This speaker was delivered today. ... "
" ... But the expectation of delivery and service make it worth it. ... "
" ... Waited for my Aiwa to arrive. ... "
" ... Some time passed and a factory fresh one arrived. ... "
Service / Defective Delivery
5got, defective, came
+20%
-80%
" ... Maybe I received a faulty unit? ... "
" ... Dont buy it came defective. ... "
Usage / For Workouts
4loud
+100%
" ... We had this running at a festival blaring music for hours. ... "
" ... I have a Digitech RP500 board and I really like running it to the Aiwa. ... "
" ... I suspect this only happens if you are running two sync'd Exos-9's. ... "
Usage / For Fun
4really
+100%
" ... It's just plain fun to listen to and makes me smile hearing it play every kind of song I throw at it. ... "
" ... We are having so much fun. ... "
" ... So much fun! ... "
" ... I plan to take it on our boat during the summer, when we can really crank it up and have some fun! ... "
Features
3lights, flashy, blue, also, sound
+100%
" ... I don't want flashy lights and gimmicks that only add cost and reduce the quality of the components that matter. ... "
" ... I also like that it is kind of always in "pairing" mode. ... "
" ... Overall summary is that sound is awesome, but other brands also sound pretty good + come with way more features. ... "
Body / Weight
3light, worth, extra, sound quality, sound
+100%
" ... The extra size and weight are worth the extra sound quality you get with these. ... "
" ... Best part is the portability and light weight. ... "
" ... But for me the amazing sound is worth dealing with the extra weight. ... "
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