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JBL Xtreme Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Black
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.2
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Sound Quality
325speakers, sounds, jbl, loud, portable
+89%
-11%
" ... There is a huge difference in the way it sounds. ... It sounds better than normal . ... "
" ... I listen to this speaker almost all day and I am extremely happy with it. ... "
" ... All around great speaker ... "
" ... Great sound for the backyard ... "
" ... Better sound than what I expected! ... "
" ... This speaker rivals my $6000 home theatre speaker system. ... "
" ... This speaker is the most satisfied one that I ever purchased, the outlook, the sound quality and even the base movement is all perfect. ... "
" ... Cannot complaint at all, everything was great, good delivery, well packed, awesome sound ... "
Volume
116loud, volume, portable, sounds, louder
+85%
-15%
" ... All around great speaker ... "
" ... Great sound for the backyard ... "
" ... This speaker rivals my $6000 home theatre speaker system. ... "
" ... I get alot of compliments on it very high quality party sound from this one speaker. ... "
" ... This is my favorite speaker ... "
" ... Great sound quality, just wish the volume could go louder. ... Great quality speaker. ... "
" ... Works great, gets really loud! ... "
" ... I'm a music lover and owner of high end stereo equipment all of my life and this is just a fantastic speaker especially for being portable, Bluetooth and water proof! ... "
Bass
106base, speaker, loud, jbl, highs
+95%
-5%
" ... Very adequate and great bass. ... "
" ... Sound quality is excellent, bass is really good. ... "
" ... Other then that issue the speaker is still a great add on to any party the bass is great ... "
" ... This can last me, playing bass boosted music, about 10 hours at 75 percent volume. ... Bass is present if you're at a party buy not too thumpy, mid is great and treble is great. ... "
" ... Sounds best if placed in a corner so the bass can reflect. ... "
" ... Heat portability and tight bass ... "
" ... This speaker is DAMN loud with huge bass. ... "
" ... Bass is INCREDIBLE, and it's LOUD. ... "
Battery Life
101battery life, hours, lasts, fully charged, charge
+57%
-43%
" ... When it’s on battery power, it’s reduced in half to 20 watts amp. ... There is replacement batteries available on Ebay. ... There’s one guy selling high capacity batteries for it. ... He boasts a whopping 11,000 mah over the stock 5,000 mah. ... "
" ... I have brought it camping and the battery life was within the range described by manufactures. ... "
" ... Works good the battery lasts a long time very happy with it ... "
" ... BATTERY AND QUALITY OF THE SPEAKER ARE GREAT! ... "
" ... awesome I love this Extreme JTB battery is the most I have 3 of them and I have not had a problem one of unyx studio 3 and I have another flip 4 and they are good and I have this xtreme and I love the sound that brings ... "
" ... On full blast, battery life last around 6 hours. ... "
" ... Battery life is about 15 hours, so plenty of music to be heard. ... "
" ... lithium ion batteries will go bad sitting on a shelf under certain conditions. ... the second one I got no problem with the battery. ... "
Bluetooth
87speaker, speakers, jbl, blue tooth, pair
+86%
-14%
" ... I use these Bluetooth speakers mounted to my electric bike . ... "
" ... I did a lot of research about getting a blue tooth speak. ... My last portable speaker my device sat in the speaker so getting a blue tooth was new for me. ... "
" ... ( that’s excellent )And just for the record I do use Bluetooth audio Through my phone with multiple different devices on a daily basis I understand how the iPhone “settings“ work and I do not have any kind of volume limit in the phone that is affecting the speaker . ... "
" ... Best BT speaker I’ve bought yet. ... "
" ... This is a very simple traditional Bluetooth Speaker without all the frills which makes it easy to use. ... "
" ... Also love how easily it pairs to other JBL speakers. ... "
" ... But the best thing I did was to pair this with a JBL Charge 3 using JBL Connect. ... "
" ... Bluetooth connectivity easy. ... "
Charging
61speaker, charger, jbl, charging, xtreme
+46%
-54%
" ... I am very unsatisfied with this JBL and this seller because I received a used and damaged JBL charger, look at the pictures. ... I can not turn on the JBL Xtreme because I have not charger, I do not know if the JBL Xtreme works because I have not a charger cable. ... The charger was totally damaged and I bought a new JBL with all accessories but it was not real. ... "
" ... Did not turn on would not charge ... "
" ... The speaker can not be charged. ... "
" ... We have had the speaker for almost a year and the battery doesn't hold a charge anymore! ... We charge it overnight and once we turn it on it doesn't even finish one song when it's already dead! ... "
" ... Jbl extremely a bad product, this keeps shutting off even when it's fully charged. ... "
" ... Up until a few weeks ago, it won’t stay connected or on, even when fully charged. ... "
" ... Had an issue with not receiving a US charger for this . ... "
" ... Can no longer recommend the product as it will no longer charge properly. ... "
Product Reliability
57months, working, year, years, battery
+25%
-75%
" ... The speaker stopped working, doesn't turn on anymore, tried to use the warranty that I purchased with it (Square trade) but they said I have to contact the manufacturer first, how can I get that help? ... "
" ... After restarting it dies after 20 min. ... "
" ... BUT AFTER 5 MONTHS OF REGULAR USE, A COUPLE OF TIMES A WEEK IT STARTED TO SOUND REALLY BAD AND IT STARTED TO MAKE DISTORTION. ... TRIED TO ISSUE A REFUND/RETURN FOR WARRANTY BUT IT IS CLOSED AFTER 5 MONTHS . ... "
" ... This means the speaker will die while you're away. ... "
" ... Speaker just start making a flapping sound after 3 months ... "
" ... I’ve had this speaker for 7 months now, and the battery has completely died. ... "
" ... This is a product that is not "done" being developed. ... That is most likely literally what happened. ... "
" ... But still turned off when pluged in. ... "
Price
54worth, worth every penny, worth the money, speaker, speakers
+83%
-17%
" ... If you crave live quality reproduction of sound then this is your best choice for the money . ... worth every penny! ... "
" ... I love this speaker, and it was definitely a great buy at $200. ... "
" ... If you’re looking for A speaker that produces high quality sound at a moderate level this is an excellent speaker for the price. ... "
" ... %100 worth it ... "
" ... This speaker is the best money I’ve spent yet. ... "
" ... Great sound and price ... "
" ... Worth the few extra bucks. ... "
" ... especially, at that low price! ... "
Size
49speaker, small, carry, size, great sound
+94%
-6%
" ... Essentially, if you're looking for a GREAT portable speaker, this is it. ... "
" ... Have had this small but mighty speaker now for 6months and it works great. ... "
" ... Just a powerful and clear portable speaker. ... "
" ... It's got some great sound for being so portable and handy. ... "
" ... Its big, heavy, comes with a strap so its easy to carry. ... "
" ... This speaker is pretty big and has some heft to it. ... It's not exactly that portable for throwing in a suitcase. ... "
" ... It's certainly on the heavier side, but I mainly use it in my backyard, so not a big deal to walk out with it. ... "
" ... The portable speaker is everything I wanted on a portable speakers. ... "
Marketplace
38seller, thank, received, great product, response
+74%
-26%
" ... It required a silicone case for it I bought on Amazon. ... "
" ... I recommend seller. ... "
" ... Great Product Great Seller ... "
" ... I have been ordering all sorts of things from Amazon.com for years and have only had to exchange one item. ... Now that was about Amazon. ... "
" ... Great speaker and seller! ... "
" ... Got it in good condition an as described ... "
" ... The stuff so amazing, I really all those that I buy from Amazon. ... "
" ... I would recommend 100% this product and seller ... "
Capacity
30room filling, room, living, backyard, theatre
+100%
" ... Great sound for the backyard ... "
" ... This speaker rivals my $6000 home theatre speaker system. ... "
" ... I've used the unit (hard wired to a laptop) in a 4000 sq ft hall and it performed well. ... "
" ... this JBL is perfect for outdoor activity but not for a small room ... "
" ... Just what anyone would need for just cleaning the house or having a smaller backyard party. ... "
" ... I find the construction and design to be adequate and the sound fills my open kitchen-living floor-plan sufficiently and then some. ... "
" ... Amazingly remarkable room-filling sound from a device of its size. ... "
" ... Great for the backyard . ... "
Device Compatibility
27speaker, jbl, devices, bluetooth, sync
+70%
-30%
" ... This speaker rivals my $6000 home theatre speaker system. ... "
" ... ( that’s excellent )And just for the record I do use Bluetooth audio Through my phone with multiple different devices on a daily basis I understand how the iPhone “settings“ work and I do not have any kind of volume limit in the phone that is affecting the speaker . ... "
" ... It's also handy for her to charge her iPhone. ... Good value for an excellent Bluetooth speaker with 2 USB charging ports for other smart devices. ... "
" ... It was easy to set up and connect. ... "
" ... In fact, if I'm playing music on the iPhone, the bluetooth is on, and I turn the JBL on, it connects and keeps playing the song without pausing, etc. ... "
" ... Easy to sync (I still haven't read the instructions and was able to connect via Bluetooth easily). ... "
" ... The speaker is easy to connect and the sound is great. ... "
" ... Love love love my new speaker! ... "
Returns
24back, returning, amazon, sending it back, replacement
+8%
-92%
" ... Sending it back and buying something else ... "
" ... Creates a terrible sound and now I can't return it. ... "
" ... Not sure how to contact Amazon to get a refund. ... "
" ... I'm about to return it. ... "
" ... How do I return it???? ... "
" ... That was because the Amazon customer service agent "mis-identified" the reason for the return. ... It indicated I was just returning same because I changed my mind. ... but, because of the Amazon return protocols she was having difficulty in refunding me the $10. ... "
" ... Working on returning it now. ... "
" ... Returning this speaker for a refund. ... "
Water Resistance
22water, beach, water resistant, splash, shower
+95%
-5%
" ... Its perfect for the beach! ... Mine got rained on A LOT, dropped it in the sand, dropped it in the pool once by accident and NO damage AT ALL And to clean it I just showered with it (without pouring any shampoo or soap on the speaker) and good as newIts super portable with the included straps so if it doesnt fit in your backpack or bag you just put the straps on and good to go. ... "
" ... Best part, it's "water resistant" so I keep it in the bathroom (I've kept it in the shower where water directly hits it before, it's been totally fine) from time to time to help make shower time more lively. ... "
" ... Works great in the house and at the pool. ... "
" ... Great for the Beach! ... "
" ... plus it withstands water, sand, and other outdoor elements. ... Goes on the kayak for a river float and gets splashed with no effect. ... "
" ... I've had it a full year, using it in hot weather by the pool or on the beach in Florida. ... "
" ... Had in shower and works fine still! ... "
" ... We use it for our patio area and while we are in the pool. ... "
Build Quality
21zipper, slip, ends, design, connections
+67%
-33%
" ... Sound is great, very solid construction. ... "
" ... Hand down best portable speakers I have ever brought but the metal loop did broke off in regular use but other than that its great ... "
" ... Superb build quality. ... "
" ... this is simply “all she’s got“ sound quality A+ material and construction A+ ease-of-use A+ overall volume C ... "
" ... Durable mesh material with gray rubber no slip stand and accents ... "
" ... Seems like it's built with quality materials. ... "
" ... Liked it so much i bought a Hard case for it. ... "
" ... The sound quality dropped. ... "
Delivery
17day, time, received, fast shipping, speaker
+100%
" ... Came packaged new, had no issues! ... "
" ... Was delivered a day early all was good. ... "
" ... Delivery was on time. ... "
" ... And of course the shipping was amazing. ... "
" ... Received the unit in one day at no cost. ... "
" ... Ready to go out of the box. ... "
" ... At first was nervous when ordering, but came perfect! ... "
" ... Excellent Product, delivery very fast !! ... "
Frequencies
16mids, crisp, bass, sounds, eq
+81%
-19%
" ... Great rang for both highs and base. ... "
" ... Just got it and the Bass is so clean and crisp the mids and the highs don't intervene with each other so far one word ... "
" ... It’s so loud and the bass sounds clean and crisp. ... "
" ... The dynamic range is amazing with great sounding base, clear mids and excellent high tones. ... "
" ... The JBL Xtreme sounds good at normal EQ. ... "
" ... #2 UE Megaboom: the highs and mids of this speakers are fantastic and better then the JBL by a small margin. ... "
" ... It is no amp/paradigm atom sound, takes some eq. ... "
" ... Mid tones and treble are good. ... "
For Travel
15trip, portable, trips, traveling, speaker
+93%
-7%
" ... I also bought a soft case because we camping and other possible airline traveling. ... "
" ... It's not exactly that portable for throwing in a suitcase. ... "
" ... I bought this speaker to use as our music and radio listening system for our vacation place. ... "
" ... I use one at home full time and another one for traveling. ... "
" ... I love it it's loud with good bass and I can use it to charge a phone on a trip ... "
" ... It goes on the lake with me any time I go fishing. ... "
" ... Camping, & hotel stays for example. ... "
" ... The new essential for our travels! ... "
Ease of Use
15sound, set, easy to use, simple, read
+93%
-7%
" ... The sound quality is excellent and easy to use. ... "
" ... It was easy to set up and connect. ... "
" ... Sounds really good & easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to travel with. ... "
" ... Easy set up. ... "
" ... Easy to sync (I still haven't read the instructions and was able to connect via Bluetooth easily). ... "
" ... The speaker is easy to connect and the sound is great. ... "
" ... its this simple . ... "
Ports
15plug, usb charging, speaker, port, electrical
+33%
-67%
" ... However it arrived with an European electrical plug. ... "
" ... There were only plug adapters for 220V, non for US market. ... "
" ... my problem is that it came with 2 types of electrical connectors however the type A connector used in the USA is not included so I have no way of charging the speaker ... "
" ... The only take away is the A/C connection port and other ports are difficult to reach because of the covering on the speaker. ... "
" ... The one point I do not like is the connections ports on the back hidden behind a zipper that is difficult to access. ... "
" ... My only critique of the product would be the difficulty I've had in accessing the power ports on the back. ... "
" ... The audio input port is dead. ... "
" ... I have to use it all the time with the AC adapter. ... "
Design
14design, tube, style, look, camo
+86%
-14%
" ... I want it to look nice . ... "
" ... Seems like it's built with quality materials. ... "
" ... Liked it so much i bought a Hard case for it. ... "
" ... The best, and the camo is cool ... "
" ... Plus I love my camo ... "
" ... The speaker appears to be of high build quality and visually appealing with a cloth grill and simplistic tube design. ... "
" ... Looks rugged too. ... "
" ... The Camouflage Style is awesome. ... "
As Gift
13bought, loves, gift, birthday, one
+92%
-8%
" ... Bought this for my 15 year old grandsons birthday. ... "
" ... I’m totally impressed and getting this for Christmas gifts for my son and son in laws to help Jen while they work on projects around the house. ... "
" ... I purchased this for my granddaughter's 16th birthday and she loves it. ... "
" ... I got this for my boyfriend’s birthday back in february. ... "
" ... Gave it as a gift. ... "
" ... Bought as gift and it is awesome ... "
" ... I got my brother a JBL Flip 3 for Christmas now he wants one like this. ... "
" ... This is a gift for Christmas for my grandson ... "
Comfort
12hand, shoulder strap, comes, carry, slip
+83%
-17%
" ... Hand down best portable speakers I have ever brought but the metal loop did broke off in regular use but other than that its great ... "
" ... The strap is a great add on. ... "
" ... I definitely recommend this speaker, and with the supplied carry strap it's easy to bring along and carry over your shoulder. ... "
" ... It comes with a little strap to carry it around which is quite handy. ... "
" ... The shoulder strap is handy, but I do with it were a bit smaller. ... "
" ... The sound is quite good even to my older ears! ... "
" ... And did droped hard on the floor for example it never slip from me. ... "
" ... It sounds great and with the shoulder strap it goes everywhere with him. ... "
For Kids
11son, gifts, dad, christmas, bought
+100%
" ... Bought this for my 15 year old grandsons birthday. ... "
" ... My nephew was very happy. ... "
" ... I’m totally impressed and getting this for Christmas gifts for my son and son in laws to help Jen while they work on projects around the house. ... "
" ... She loves it to. ... "
" ... He loves it. ... "
" ... Purchased by my teenage son. ... He absolutely loves it. ... "
" ... Dad loves it. ... "
" ... My son saved up for this and had me buy it for him. ... "
Controls
11song, jbl, controls, buttons, wish
+18%
-82%
" ... FAQ on JBL site says to hold certain buttons to reset it. ... "
" ... It would shut off constantly when playing a song. ... "
" ... Left side broke after playing once. ... "
" ... I wish there was a battery indicator, and that the buttons on the device you be lighted up with LED so that it would be easier to see in the dark. ... Even with shallow light the buttons are hard to see especially with the designed black JBL speakers. ... It has no volume control or even an equalizer. ... "
" ... This happens after every song. ... "
" ... it POPS loudly <3 second pause> POP <repeat> . ... "
" ... Biggest complaint is the missing bass/treble controls. ... "
Cables
10cord, came, speaker, even, cords
+10%
-90%
" ... Only came with European cords ... "
" ... my problem is that it came with 2 types of electrical connectors however the type A connector used in the USA is not included so I have no way of charging the speaker ... "
" ... It came with 2 other cords (a German and a Chinese cord) that didnt fit the speaker. ... "
" ... It never worked, I first thought the cable was the reason it didn’t charge, but after trying with other chargers noticed it was a manufactured problem. ... "
" ... I purchased this item at the end of this year, 2 weeks ago it began to power down even with the power cord attached. ... "
" ... It is then unable to be turned on unless you plug it in to its power cord. ... "
" ... IT DOESNT EVEN POWER ON OR EVEN SHOW THE CHARGING LIGHTS EVEN THOUGH I HAVE PLUGGED IT USING THE CORD . ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
USB: Yes
Bluetooth: Yes
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