JBL Clip

The JBL Clip is a simple, well-designed portable Bluetooth speaker that packs a solid audio punch for its modest size.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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Product details

  • SOUND TO GO - Never leave awesome sound at home again. This ultra-portable, waterproof Bluetooth speaker is small in size but with surprisingly big sound. Clip it on with the built-in carabiner, press play, and make the moment pop.
  • UP TO 10 HOURS OF PLAYTIME - The JBL Clip 3 features a built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery with up to 10 hours of battery life, plus a metal carabiner so you can easily hook it to your clothes, backpack, or belt loop.
  • NOISE CANCELLING & WIRELESS STREAMING - Wirelessly stream high-quality sound from your smartphone or tablet. Plus, take crystal-clear calls from your speaker with the touch of a button, thanks to the noise and echo-cancelling speakerphone.
  • WATERPROOF & DURABLE - No more worrying about rain or spills: JBL Clip 3 is completely waterproof—you can even immerse it in water. Plus, the improved, durable fabric material and rugged rubber housing protects it on all of your outdoor adventures.
  • THE SOUND PROMISE - JBL has brought music to life in a way people can feel for over 70 years. From Woodstock to the Motion Picture Academy, our speakers unleash the power of music so you can live life to the fullest, wherever and whenever.

PROS

+ Wearable, lightweight design.
+ Small and portable.
+ Relatively powerful, balanced audio output.
+ Built-in audio cable is hardwired, so you'll never lose it.

CONS

- Flirts with distortion on deep bass tracks at maximum volumes.
- Charging cable is extremely short.
- Built-in audio cable is hardwired, so it's useless if it breaks.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on June 25, 2014
The JBL Clip is a simple, well-designed portable Bluetooth speaker that packs a solid audio punch for its modest size.
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