@@Leao_M I'm not sure how far "afar" is but yes I would say people in the surrounding area would hear it. Not gonna bring down the house but it's perfect for backyard gatherings and general listening.
Just a helpfull tip: The USB-C port doesn't need to be covered anymore since they made it waterproff. You just have to let it dry out before you can charge it. It's ment to be more convenient because you don't have to lift the rubber flap. Don't worry about getting it wet.🙃
Bought this yesterday, Sunday on Amazon, arrived Monday early afternoon. Very happy with it. Tried it outside today and I set the JBl app to Bass up 2 to the top, mid down 1 and treble centered. Also set my VLC player to +12 +10 +5 +2 +3 +3 +2 -1 +1 +4 Sound is now great for such a small speaker. I am a bit biased as I have twin 10 inch subs on my home theater and twin 12 inch subs in my car so I am used to pumping bass. I am listening to R&B and rock and this speaker is amazing for it's size. I will buy one more soon for using in stereo and I believe that also pumps the bass right up there. You will not regret buying this. I have used JBL since the 70's and never been disappointed with any of their speakers.
@@mustafafkaya, The sound is very clear. I think it is a great choice for jazz and hip hop. I have the bass set fairly high so it sounds great even outdoors, amazing for such a small speaker. I am planning to get another one and run them in stereo which I reckon will be totally awesome sound. JBL are known for crisp clear sound and the Charge 5 is no exception.
JBL promises 20h of playing with the volume at 50%. And it also depends on the kind of music you're listening to. Songs that require more bass are gonna spend more energy and drain the battery faster. Also... check if the battery was indeed fully charged. Because it comes from JBL with 50% battery charged. Not fully.
@@hendersonribeirobrandina2120 yes it is fully charged. I tested it again at 30% to 40% volume and I only get roughly 10-12 hours. When it is 80% I only get 3 hours. I reached out to JBL and they said that it depends on how I use it. This is already a false advertising.
That package looks kinda cheap, almost like a fake speaker. Ive seen several reviews from Latam and the package of the Charge 5 looks way nicer and more "original"
First, it’s hard to see how any sort of realistic sound test of a speaker can be performed over YT audio. Second, I have yet to see a single speaker test on YT that used an actual sound level measuring device, y’ know, decibels and all that. People love to say something like “This is 60% volume,” which is of course completely uninformative.
Has anyone reviewing these things ever heard really good sound, not punchy passive radiator bass and smooth bass that rolls off gradually? The bass heads love this stuff. I have one of these, my company gifted it to me and it works remotely with my laptop using it for zoom meetings and such but I'd NEVER want to listen to it for any amount of time unless I was drinking heavily lol.
I have had a number of JBL's since 1976 and a few other top end speakers including JL audio and Kicker in my SUV's. For the size of these they are amazing and just require correct settings in the JBL app and the equalizer on your phone. I listen to R&B and rock plus a bit of Jazz and they are excellent. I'd love to know what you have for a home system and what you expect of the JBL charge 5?
How did they lie? Did they specify the volume level for 20 hours of play? You do understand that the power draw likely increases in a non-linear way as the volume increases.
I went th through so many lower priced speakers. Finally got the Charge 5 and am extremely pleased.
How loud is it in your opinion like whenever your walking will people from afar be able to hear the music ?
@@Leao_M I'm not sure how far "afar" is but yes I would say people in the surrounding area would hear it. Not gonna bring down the house but it's perfect for backyard gatherings and general listening.
Just a helpfull tip: The USB-C port doesn't need to be covered anymore since they made it waterproff. You just have to let it dry out before you can charge it. It's ment to be more convenient because you don't have to lift the rubber flap. Don't worry about getting it wet.🙃
Thank you!
Still would make more sense to just have that under the flap since you wouldn't have to wait for it to dry
@@SonicSouz I know right!
Bought this yesterday, Sunday on Amazon, arrived Monday early afternoon.
Very happy with it.
Tried it outside today and I set the JBl app to Bass up 2 to the top, mid down 1 and treble centered.
Also set my VLC player to +12 +10 +5 +2 +3 +3 +2 -1 +1 +4
Sound is now great for such a small speaker.
I am a bit biased as I have twin 10 inch subs on my home theater and twin 12 inch subs in my car so I am used to pumping bass.
I am listening to R&B and rock and this speaker is amazing for it's size. I will buy one more soon for using in stereo and I believe that also pumps the bass right up there.
You will not regret buying this. I have used JBL since the 70's and never been disappointed with any of their speakers.
does it sound clear or muffed? İ prefer clearer sound for jazz hip hop and instrumentals
@@mustafafkaya, The sound is very clear. I think it is a great choice for jazz and hip hop.
I have the bass set fairly high so it sounds great even outdoors, amazing for such a small speaker.
I am planning to get another one and run them in stereo which I reckon will be totally awesome sound.
JBL are known for crisp clear sound and the Charge 5 is no exception.
wow thank you for responding, I just bought it and cant wait @@paul-57
The ultimate winner in the mid-sized speakers!
does it sound clear or muffed? İ prefer clearer sound for jazz hip hop and instrumentals
@@mustafafkaya You won't regret. It also has an equalizer in the app. For this music janrs is perfect.
Thank you for being the first video I came across with an audio test. Good luck to you with future videos!
Thank you!
I have the Clip4, Charge 5 and Extreme 3! Love them all.
Bluetooth speakers are gadgets that allow us to listen to music at home or on the go.
Tbh this speaker is awesome. And I was able to get it for only €110
Yea, its hard to understand what you're getting into until you have it in front of you. I like mine.
I just bought mine yesterday and my battery lasts for only 3-4 hours at 80% volume. Is that normal?
hmmm... I have not tested mine for that long. But JBL promise up to 12 hours...
JBL promises 20h of playing with the volume at 50%. And it also depends on the kind of music you're listening to. Songs that require more bass are gonna spend more energy and drain the battery faster.
Also... check if the battery was indeed fully charged. Because it comes from JBL with 50% battery charged. Not fully.
@@hendersonribeirobrandina2120 yes it is fully charged. I tested it again at 30% to 40% volume and I only get roughly 10-12 hours. When it is 80% I only get 3 hours. I reached out to JBL and they said that it depends on how I use it. This is already a false advertising.
Who listens to music for 10-12 hours anyway?😅 Are you taking this on a hike or sth?
Does jbl charge 5 have microphone
For phone calls ?
Charge 5 speaker is slight bigger and have a separate tweeter and a total of 40W!
What is the song??
Nice review bro! ✌🏼
That package looks kinda cheap, almost like a fake speaker. Ive seen several reviews from Latam and the package of the Charge 5 looks way nicer and more "original"
the sound qulity is so good much much better then 6
this thing needs to be paired with the boombox 3 if your going clubbing
Your bi neural micro sounds awesome
First, it’s hard to see how any sort of realistic sound test of a speaker can be performed over YT audio. Second, I have yet to see a single speaker test on YT that used an actual sound level measuring device, y’ know, decibels and all that. People love to say something like “This is 60% volume,” which is of course completely uninformative.
Haha I see you scanning the reviews for this speaker as well. Appreciate your comment - my thoughts exactly
@@DanBee123 And I should mention that the reviews were helpful in the end. I bought a Charge 5 (an Amazon refurb) and am very happy with it.
Has anyone reviewing these things ever heard really good sound, not punchy passive radiator bass and smooth bass that rolls off gradually? The bass heads love this stuff. I have one of these, my company gifted it to me and it works remotely with my laptop using it for zoom meetings and such but I'd NEVER want to listen to it for any amount of time unless I was drinking heavily lol.
I have had a number of JBL's since 1976 and a few other top end speakers including JL audio and Kicker in my SUV's.
For the size of these they are amazing and just require correct settings in the JBL app and the equalizer on your phone. I listen to R&B and rock plus a bit of Jazz and they are excellent.
I'd love to know what you have for a home system and what you expect of the JBL charge 5?
@@paul-57 my home system is a NAD T778 powering Deftech (definitive technology) DM80's so guess I'm a little spoiled when it comes to audio lol.
Tosser
The only thing that stops me buying is that it doesn't have a headphone jack.
Would you prefer this over the mega boom 3?
I have not tried the Mega boom, I will look into it. So many products to test 😁
Dude's feel everything 😅
Does it have Aux function where you can use it on TV📺
I am sorry it doesn't but the Charge 4 does have an AUX
So what did you pay for it?
I got it "renewed" condition for $116.99
@@techbyleon I bought it for 100$ ish new, the year after albeit on a sale but anyhow.
@@MrBoombast64 great deal!
jbl lied about the battery 🤒😭😭 , it doesn’t even last up to 15hrs at 50%
How did they lie? Did they specify the volume level for 20 hours of play? You do understand that the power draw likely increases in a non-linear way as the volume increases.
How come yr charge 5 is not box with JBL box ?
Cert refurb from amazon
I love this jbl charge 5 how can I get one for free am in Nigeria
Whats the song
Sir, can I carry JBL charge 5 on an airplane?
ha! you might be able to.
Decent father's day gift?
Yes, this is a good one for dad's....like myself. 😌
Name of the music bro?
Summer story trip DanucD
This louder then flip 6 right?
Yes it’s supposed to be twice as loud.
The united states box for the charge 5 is way more nice.
Really?!
Because His is not a new C5?
Sounds like a can. I think it's fake.
😭
Your English like buffffff