The JBL Flip 2 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker with Powerbank Built-In Mic, as its name suggests is the second generation of Flip portable speakers. It is accredited with bringing rich sound in any room and being portable, it enables you to carry your music when you are on the go. When you use this speaker, the word amazing will not be far from your mind because of the SoundClear noise and echo cancellation technology that has been incorporated in the speaker and with an inbuilt microphone; the portable speakers have been taken to a completely new level. Because there are many products in the market that purport to offer similar features and benefits, we set out to find out what sets the JBL Flip 2 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker with Powerbank Built-In Mic apart from the rest. We discovered why it is an award winner and a darling to many music lovers, and we also found out how the speaker gives buyers the full value for their money.
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Portable or Bookshelf
It is wireless, battery powered and portable, and therefore you can move with it to the picnic, and enjoy long hours of uninterrupted music, or you can set it on the bookshelf and let the music flow flawlessly all over the house.
Power Source/battery life
The Flip 2 Portable wireless speaker is powered by a rechargeable battery that can run for the best of 6 hours of playback music. Charging is done using a micro-USB cable that is sold with the speaker and thus it can be charged anywhere.
Wireless Standard: Bluetooth/Airplay
With a Bluetooth connectivity range of 30 feet, this speaker is compatible with many systems like Apple, Android, Blackberry and others. You can pair it with your smartphone and enjoy your music uninterruptedly.
Near Field communication technology for easy pairing with all Bluetooth enabled devices.
JBL Flip 2 Controls
Has good volume controller to control the volume of sound. On the side, there is a long button with the + and – signs. With the bass port, one is assured of crisp bass even at the lowest volume. In addition, the SoundClear technology for noise and echo filtering makes sure that you enjoy a nice crisp and clean sound from this small speaker.
Controlling Music playback
You can increase or decrease the volume. In addition, you will get more than 5 hours of nonstop playback time from the speaker with very clear bass. Music cancels automatically when the phone rings and then carries on after you are done with the call.
Speakerphone
Has an inbuilt speakerphone with a button on the side for receiving phone calls. Quality of the voice calls is similar to what you would get from your android, iPhone or blackberry device.
Ease of Set-up
It is very easy to set this speaker up. Once charged with power to full capacity, which you can see on the battery meter, the speaker comes on with a beep sound while a chirp confirms Bluetooth connection.
Stereo Separation
Stereo separation is merely the the separation of sounds through a left and right speaker. When listening to the music you may hear the drums through the right speaker and the guitar through the left, this separation mimics the spatial separation within the studio where the music is recorded. This is a very small speaker, it does have two speakers inside, but they are so close together that any stereo separation you get is very hard to hear.
Wireless Range
30 feet, roughly ten meters. Near Field communication technology for easy pairing with all Bluetooth enabled devices
JBL Flip 2 Design
The rubberized sides and back make the speaker quite shockproof should it drop accidentally. You can be sure that it will survive the fall with minimal or no impact at all. The rubber also offers a firm grip, anti-slippery for the hand since this speaker fits easily in your palm.
This speaker also comes in a variety of catchy colors, black, white, blue, red and yellow and the speaker is designed for many uses in the backyard, in the car or in the house.
Sound Quality
Built with the SoundClear technology that filters the echo and noises out, the sound is very clear and clean. A custom inbuilt microphone allows the speaker to double well as a speakerphone with excellent sound quality for voice calls.
Dimensions
Measures 7 ½ by 7 by 3 inches, it weighs a mere 2 pounds. Easy for on the go music
Features
• Has two 40mm drivers that deliver sound with crisp quality even at the highest volumes. Has bass port that ensures the bass is intact even at low volumes
• Has all of 12W of power from the 2 6W speakers whose output is bold and clear
• Has an inbuilt rechargeable Lithium ion battery that can give 5-6 hours of music playback and Bluetooth connection
• Near Field communication technology for easy pairing with all Bluetooth enabled devices
• There is an auxiliary port for connection with devices that are not Bluetooth enabled
• SoundClear noise and echo noise clearing technology
Accessories
Wall charger, travel case (made of neoprene material), user instructions manual, a warranty card, JBL Flip 2 Bluetooth speaker, micro USB port for charging and an easy to read safety manual.
Pros
• Allows for very easy pairing with all android, blackberry, iPhone, laptops, computers and other electronics that are Bluetooth enabled.
• Has an auxiliary in-port for simple wiring with devices that may not be Bluetooth enabled
• Built-in microphone that allows the speaker to be used as a speakerphone – Gives clear voice call quality just like you would get from an android, blackberry or iOS device
• Has been surrounded with silicon to make it as shockproof as possible and for the longest life possible.
• The best looking carry pouch that is made of neoprene material
• For its small size, the speaker is very loud
• Cancels music when phone call comes in and then carries on when you are done with the phone call
Cons
Short battery life, about 6 hours maximum playing music at full volume and with Bluetooth connectivity
JBL Flip 2 Consumer Reviews
Despite a slight increase on price as compared to the first edition of the JBL Flip speaker and the shorter battery life, many consumers still rated this speaker highly. The most outstanding features that most people noted were the small size and the loud volumes. Also the bass port that sustained the bass even at low volumes is highly appreciated. Ease of use and the silicon surrounded edges and sides, the speakerphone enablement are some of the most loved features. Going by all reviews we looked at, we can give this speaker a rating of 4.7 stars out of 5.
Feel Free to check out some of the excellent reviews from Amazon
Price
Going by the features and the incorporated SoundClear technology, the JBL Flip 2 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker with Powerbank Built-In Mic is well worth every dime that you pay for it. It is very loud despite its small size, with the increased output of 12 Watts from the predecessor’s 10 watts. We also like the color choices, the speaker carry case is also a bonus, and you can get a great little speaker for under $100
JBL Flip 2
