JBL On Tour Portable Speaker System ( Black )
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Customer Review: Beautiful Sounding AND Looking.
Summary: 5 Stars
Absolutely wonderful speakers. I've had two different sets of speakers before (for my iPod and PSP) but neither of them came anywhere close to as nice as this one. They sound wonderful, so good that I've even been using them with my laptop, because the sound better then it's built-in speaker system. The volume level is very good.It fills my needs perfectly. While I seriously doubt it would musically will a room full of talking people, it will easily fill a quiet room. And at a setting such as around a campfire, small outside party, or a picnic, this unit would be provide more than enough volume.
And as for the sound quality, I was very pleasantly surprised. I was expecting quality comparable to the old Logitech or Creative speaker sets I used to have, but these speakers are several levels better. Like I said earlier, I will sometimes use these with my laptop, but those old speakers weren't even as good as my laptop speakers. I simply can hardly wait to go to an out door party and provide my entire 4000+ song collection in the excellent quality these speakers provide.
And as for appearance, this thing is absolutely beautiful, and extremely slick, either while open for use, or closed for stowage. The slight curvature is excellent design choice, allowing the cords to pass underneath the unit unhindered. The curvature also adds that much more to the elegant appearance of the design, as well.
Now,there is ONE question that I simply HAVE to ask! What is that apparatus connecting the PSP to the speakers in that certain picture above??!! I've been looking EVERYWHERE for it, and I just can't find it. If I could find out what it was I would buy it in a heartbeat, but I simply can't find it anywhere.If anyone know what it is, please leave a post here,or something, anything, to let everyone know what that device is. It would be absolutely perfect for watching movies on a PSP while it was attached to an excellent sound system!
Customer Review: If you travel, you want this one!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a great, little device! First of all, I think it's beautiful and sleek, and easy to use. Just slide it open, plug in the cable that links to your iPod, and if you are using batteries, that's it, good to go. Just plug in the AC cord if you aren't using batteries. Uses 4 AAA batteries, so the batteries are small, don't add any noticeable weight to the unit. Your iPod stays in it's own protective case, no fitting it onto a dock slot. I've had one Altec Lansing speaker set and one Sonic Impact speaker set that the slot became damaged, so I'm glad I don't deal with that anymore. This thing is light, small, about the size of a very, VERY large eyeglasses case so it packs very nicely in a purse, carry-on or suitcase, even better if you can get along without the bulky AC cord and just use batteries. But it's about the sound, isn't it? If you are looking for sound in your hotel room, or bathroom, mobile home, bedroom, kitchen, garage, den, etc., you are going to LOVE this little guy, and it will be more than loud enough, it can crank! The sound is really great! It looks great, performs great, and I just bought another one for a friend going to Mexico in a week. Now, if you want a loud, space-filling but still portable speaker, get the In-Motion IM9 unit, as I did also. I have both. The IM9 is too big for the suitcase, and it's REALLY heavy, but it's screaming loud, great for the backyard or tailgating or any party setting, and very compact and portable while protecting the iPod within it's great loading system. But this JBL is your OTHER speaker system for light weight travel or just to fill a room at home. If you don't love it as I do, I don't know what planet you live on!Customer Review: Nice sound, inexpensive, and travel-friendly!
Summary: 5 Stars
These speakers have really great sound for the size and price! I listen mainly to classical music these days, and even for that purpose the sound is perfectly adequate.
Of course, they are no replacement for a serious sound system. However, if you want to have decent-quality sound for your music or podcasts while traveling, this set is for you.
I bring it with me when traveling mainly because I find the quality of my laptop speakers insufficient, especially at the low end. At home, I use a larger set of Creative speakers with a sub-woofer hooked up to the laptop, but this little JBL unit gives those speakers a run for the money.
These are not going to give you bass that will shake the room, but there is enough bass to give music as well as spoken-word podcasts a surprising and pleasing richness and depth.
It comes with a carrying bag, which is nice, but it would be even nicer if the bag were big enough to hold the AC adapter as well -- that is my only complaint. As it is, the adapter must be packed separately -- bad for absent-minded types like me. A big plus for international travelers is that the AC adapter takes power in the 110-240V range, so you only need a plug adapter, not a transformer, to use it in countries with different power standards.
I got these speakers on sale in a Gold Box special for $35, and I've seen them on sale for about that price a few times since then. You might want to hold out until that price or something similar rolls around again. I felt that especially at that price this purchase was a real bargain, though really they are probably worth more as well. Highly recommended!
Customer Review: Bulletproof Product and Packaging
Summary: 5 Stars
OK, this review is in two parts.
I got it at a really good price as a daily deal item. The product is everything good that the the other reviewers have written about it. It's a bit on the small size, but it has an amazing sound range for how tiny it is. I have tried it with my iPod and my laptop and both delivered solid sound. They are not "concert hall" quality speakers, so don't expect thumping bass or a huge volume range.
PRODUCT QUALITY: *****
The packaging of the product is entirely another issue. When I read a couple of other reviews complaining about the tough plastic packaging, I just thought they were complainers and that it was encased in the run-of-the-mill plastic bubble with the sealed edge that is so common these days. Well, I was wrong. This was the most difficult to open product packaging that I have EVER encountered! I gave up trying to use fairly heavy scissors to cut through the plastic and resorted to an X-Acto knife which did not make the job much easier. Further, it is stamped with the PET recycling symbol which means it is recyclable, but this still is not very green since not everyone recycles. I think that the manufacturer over compensated the need for protecting this product on the boat ride from China!
PACKAGING: *
Since this is a product review, I won't deduct from my overall rating because of the packaging. Just be aware that you need to take extra care when you cut it open to not injure yourself OR damage the product.
Customer Review: Quality surpasses quantity
Summary: 5 Stars
These speakers were recommended to me by a friend, and I have yet to be disappointed. For the size of the speakers, the sound quality is excellent. High and mid ranges are clear and crisp, and the woofer, though somewhat anemic, is cleverly designed into the fold out cover for as much bass as I would expect from portable speakers.
Connectivity is through a standard Aux-in cable, so no need to worry whether the plug is compatible with your model iPod or iPhone (unless you have the first generation iPhone, which needs a special adaptor for any aux-in cable).
Power choices include 4 AAA batteries or AC wall outlet adaptor. Battery life is better than I was expecting.
I have now brought these speakers on several trips, with different groups of friends and to work. Everyone is impressed by the quality and sound output from these little guys. After a few minutes, you may even forget you're listening on a portable system.
I have read in other reviews that you can blow these speakers pretty easily, so I have been careful, and have not tested fate on that one...
I guess it would also be nice if there were a convenient retractable Aux-in cable, so you don't have to carry that around separately and risk losing it, but that's just being picky.
Overall, I'm very happy with these speakers and would highly recommend them to anyone who wants a portable speakers system with great quality for the size.