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JBL - CHARGE5 Portable Waterproof Speaker with Powerbank - Camouflage

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$139.95
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JBL - CHARGE5 Portable Waterproof Speaker with Powerbank - Camouflage

Model: JBLCHARGE5SQUADAM
SKU: 12146502
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Play and charge endlessly. Take the party with you no matter what the weather. The JBL Charge 5 speaker delivers bold JBL Original Pro Sound, with its optimized long excursion driver, separate tweeter and dual pumping JBL bass radiators. Up to 20 hours of playtime and a handy powerbank to keep your devices charged to keep the party going all night. Rain? Spilled drinks? Beach sand? The IP67 waterproof and dustproof Charge 5 survives whatever comes its way. Thanks to PartyBoost, you can connect multiple JBL PartyBoost-enabled speakers for a sound big enough for any crowd. With all-new colors inspired by the latest street fashion trends, it looks as great as it sounds.
  • Key Specs
    • Speaker Pairing: true (Wirelessly connect the speaker to another compatible speaker for a more immersive sound experience or multi-room audio. Pairing may require use of an app or additional setup.)
    • Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
    • Speakerphone: false
    • Wireless: true
    • Rechargeable: true
    • USB Device Charging: false
  • General
    • Brand: JBL
    • Model Number: JBLCHARGE5SQUADAM
    • Product Name: CHARGE5 Portable Waterproof Speaker with Powerbank
    • Color: Camouflage
  • Audio
    • High Resolution Audio: false (Hear music the way musicians and sound technicians intended it to be heard. Products that support hi-res audio deliver audio signals with a dynamic range and bandwidth far greater than that of a standard CD so you'll be able to enjoy pure music with outstanding sound quality. The device supports high-resolution audio signals, which more closely resemble the quality of music as it was originally recorded, with more texture and detail than can be heard via typical music streaming services or CDs.)
    • Number of Speakers: 1
    • Wattage: 40 watts (Measurement of electrical power.)
    • Minimum Frequency Response: 60 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
    • Maximum Frequency Response: 20000 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
    • Speaker Pairing: true (Wirelessly connect the speaker to another compatible speaker for a more immersive sound experience or multi-room audio. Pairing may require use of an app or additional setup.)
    • Radio Tuner: false
  • Voice
    • Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
    • Speakerphone: false
    • Built-In Microphone: false
  • Connectivity
    • Wireless Multi-Room Audio: false (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
    • Wireless: true
    • Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • Bluetooth Version: 5.1 (The Bluetooth specification formalized by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group. All versions of the Bluetooth standard are backwards compatible with previous versions.)
    • Headphone Jack: false (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
    • Auxiliary Input: false
  • Features
    • Protective Qualities: Water resistant, Waterproof
    • Maximum Depth of Water Resistance: 3 feet (Measurement of the maximum depth of water in which the product is able to resist some degree of water penetration.)
    • Control Button(s): Power on/off, Volume, Play/Pause
    • Remote Control Included: false
    • Lighting Type: LED, Multicolor, Party
    • Clip-on: true
  • Power
    • Rechargeable: true
    • Battery Life (up to): 20 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • Battery Charge Time: 4 hours (Battery charge time will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. Charging time will likely decrease with time and usage of the battery.)
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion polymer
    • USB Device Charging: false
    • Wireless Charging: false
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 3.76 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 8.7 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 3.67 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 7.11 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
  • Other
    • UPC: 050036380287

Play and charge endlessly. Take the party with you no matter what the weather. The JBL Charge 5 speaker delivers bold JBL Original Pro Sound, with its optimized long excursion driver, separate tweeter and dual pumping JBL bass radiators. Up to 20 hours of playtime and a handy powerbank to keep your devices charged to keep the party going all night. Rain? Spilled drinks? Beach sand? The IP67 waterproof and dustproof Charge 5 survives whatever comes its way. Thanks to PartyBoost, you can connect multiple JBL PartyBoost-enabled speakers for a sound big enough for any crowd. With all-new colors inspired by the latest street fashion trends, it looks as great as it sounds.

  • Bold JBL Original Pro Sound: Take the amazing power of JBL Pro Sound with you. The JBL Charge 5 has an optimized long excursion driver, a separate tweeter, and dual JBL bass radiators, all delivering impressively rich and clear audio. Get that big room sound, even when outdoors.
  • 25 hours of playtime: The fun doesn’t have to stop. Packed with an incredible 20 hours of battery life, JBL Charge 5 lets you party all day and into the night.
  • IP67 waterproof and dustproof: To the pool. To the park. JBL Charge 5 is IP67 waterproof and dustproof, so you can bring your speaker anywhere.
  • Wireless Bluetooth Streaming: Wirelessly connect up to 2 smartphones or tablets to the speaker and take turns enjoying JBL Pro sound.
  • Crank up the fun with PartyBoost: PartyBoost allows you to pair two JBL PartyBoost-compatible speakers together for stereo sound or link multiple JBL PartyBoost-compatible speakers to truly pump up your party.
  • Power up with the built-in powerbank: Don’t put the party on pause. A built-in powerbank lets you charge your devices without taking a break from the tunes.
Whats Included
  • JBL Charge 5
  • 1 x Type C USB Cable
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Warranty Card
  • Safety Sheet

Q: Is this speaker protected from water damage?

A: Yes, this speaker is waterproof with IP67 rating.

Q: How many hours of playtime does this speaker provide?

A: This speaker provides up to 20 hours of playtime.

Q: Is it possible to wirelessly connect devices to this speaker?

A: Yes, you can wirelessly connect up to two devices.

Q: What is the minimum frequency response for this speaker?

A: The minimum frequency response for this speaker is 60 hertz.

Q: What version of bluetooth does this speaker use?

A: This speaker uses bluetooth version 5.1.

Q: Does this speaker have a built-in powerbank feature?

A: Yes, this speaker has a built-in powerbank to charge devices.

Q: Can I connect two speakers together for stereo sound?

A: Yes, you can pair two speakers together for stereo sound using PartyBoost.

Q: Does it float

A: The JBL Charge 3 does float. About half of the speaker is submerged while half stays above water. But..... even though it is pretty cool to see the speaker float, it’s still a 180$ speaker, do you want to risk water damage? The sound from the speaker do sound a bit messed up when on the water as the speakers are hitting the water but are not fully submerged.

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