I love the sound of the speaker and it’s loud. I went to the river and my aunty had that speaker and I can hear her music all the way from the parking lot.
According to the quick start manual, It’s Water Resistant, not Water Proof. The manual states it can tolerate a little water slashing, but not to leave it out in extreme weather or standing water. This speaker is really load and I have never turned it up to max for long as you can’t hear or talk to others at a party. Pairing is awesome as their is a stereo effect of L & R.
You got yourself a sexy-lookin' speaker there bro. I bought mines from Amazon for $129.99. It is straight up MASSIVE!!!! The sound quality is insanely good and it was definitely worth my time buying. It's awesome and I played music from this at the local basketball league here in Newburgh, NY... And let me tell ya, everyone loved it and I gotten so many compliments on it. Plus, the gym is so dead without any beats playing. And thanks to this beautiful speaker... It's so much more lively now. Especially when the sounds bounces off the gym walls too. I'll put a video up on YT soon. 💯⛹🏻♂️⛹🏿♂️🏀🎶🔊
Great review I got this speaker a few months ago at Costco when it was on sale for $99 and I really enjoy it. The sound is good for the size and the battery life is as advertised, I went a lot of hours before I had to charge it listening to both music from my phone and the FM radio while also charging my phone. I also use this speaker for my outdoor movie nights as I can hook up an auxiliary cord from my projector and get good audio without having to drag out my receiver, speakers and cables. I am going to hook up an older generation Amazon Echo Dot to it and power the dot from the USB input so I can make it into a “smart” speaker.
I have been having issues trying to connect a Monster Bluetooth transmitter to it. I wanted to use these speakers with my tv and my computer but no luck yet. Any ideas?
Quick question about you listening at max or near max (25 on the volume setting) I am only able to get about 4 hours use at the volume set on 25..... it actually powers down... was able to squeezer another 2.5 hours but volume reduced to a setting of 15. That being said anyone else getting this type of usage time frame from the device?
Just bought the speaker hey Costco for $99.99. I work at Costco and have been eyeing this for quite some time. After seeing your review I decided to buy it.. Your review is spot on, the speaker does not disappoint.
Hey, I'm so glad you enjoyed my review! Its a great product and definitely doesn't disappoint, thinking about getting a second one to pair them up. Lets see... Enjoy!
I really like your review so right on the spot thank you. What can you say about the treble or highs? For your sound sample i didn't hear much highs. Do you think the tweeter is the same or close to JBL partybox 100 or the Xtreme 2? Or the Soundcore Rave Neo or Motion+?
Hey, I'm not exactly sure. Definitely think I might buy some more and try it out this summer though! Glad to know that your enjoying the two your using!
I fully charged mines and only last about 3-4 hours not the 70 sum like it used to when i first purchased, so does that mean i need to replace my battery????
Great speaker. ION Pathfinder 280 But I’m having a problem with it, It seem to stop working from battery power. I replaced the battery. Charged it up and unplugged it from AC same problem. Will not play from battery power only AC. Am I doing something wrong? It’s Just out of warranty.
Hay guys, at the beginning of this video I heard that you paid $77 at Costco so I went there and it was a $124. 99 But it was the Path Finder 280° Model is that the Up graded model?
Have you tried it with a mic? I have one but had an adapter for the mic and you can't hear it. I'm wondering if anyone has tried this with a Bluetooth mic or a mic not using an adapter 3.5mm if the sound was as loud as playing music??
I just bought an adapter today touse with mic, and you are right, You can barely hear yourself. Well, there goes my plans for Karaoke in the yard on this Labor Day. BUMMER!!!
If I didn't want to use the radio or like Spotify could I use a USB as well? And if I could you that do I have to connect it to Bluetooth on my phone or does it work without Bluetooth
The dindinmodern speaker is also very good. I've been using it for over a year now. I use it on picnics when I travel in the RV. Small in size but big in sound.
Yeah, I purchased it back in August. It doesn't have a traditional mic port, but I'm sure you can get an adapter so that its a 3.5mm port and use a mic through the aux.
I am trying to fine a speaker that I can use for my computer that does nor hook to my tower. I have bought 4 speaker if work for a while then stop working.. Can you help me.
Quick question ive had the ION Pathfinder 280 for around like 5-6 months but when it says fully charged i unplug it and like 15 seconds later it just turns off any tips on how to fix this
I’m having an issue that it’s fully charged and as soon as i disconnect the charger it shuts off not even allowing me to turn it back on can anyone help?
I've opted for two Pathfinder 3, for one reason: It has dedicated knobs for bass and treble. I would've bought 2 of this one if it would've had the same convenience.
@@jesseagyekwahawuvafoge2927 I don't think I am going to be ordering any more from that company because there is no way of me getting back in touch with them and it was all on my expense
This speaker would be great if it worked. Bluetooth only works for 1-2 minutes max. Tried with Iphone 11 pro max and Chrome Book. Something is wrong with this speaker .
ReggieTECH and anyone else, does the OTA radio work great? I have an older version, and it does not get a very good signal over the air. It also has a electronic whup whup whup whup whup noise that is corrected about 50% by turning the device. It works great as a speaker, but as an emergency radio for power outages, or when camping and wanting to get the local game or even FM radio, it plain sucks Donkey danglers.
Hey, my appologizies for the late response. You can use any standard power plug that's used for a computer/monitor/TV. Here is a link to one you can buy, but I'm sure you just might have one or two laying around the house. www.amazon.com/dp/B072BYGKZW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_40WBA18RMB0SAANCVBMT?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Hope this helps!
@@ReggieTECH my power cord spot is broken I think that’s the fuse part. It’s very loose and it won’t charge. Can I charge this another way using the charging port in the front? If so what usb can I use to charge this .
I love these speakers sound but I’m having issues with Bluetooth connectivity to a Monster Bluetooth transmitter. I’ve had no issues from my phone to them, or linking two together for stereo. Any ideas anyone??
If it is just like the Pathfinder 280 I just bought, you can use the Tidal app on your phone and connect via the units bluetooth. Or, you could connect the phone to the unit with a 3.5mm cable.
Hey, from what I remember its advertised as water resistant. In my personal experience though, I forgot it outside one night and it rained. When I saw it the next morning I turned it on and it worked perfectly fine. Hope this helps!
I would say that the advertised battery life is pretty spot on, it is subject to usage so if you use the Qi Charging function it will affect the total runtime.
yep, leave it plugged in to charge. Unplug it to use it offsite, goes dead in like 5 min or less. charging light shows it is charging when it is plugged in.
I’ve been trying to get mine to connect to a Bluetooth thing from monster and it will only work from the phone. There is also another issue of having them linked (if you have two) the playing an aux in one and it not linking in stereo
Hey, if you have a mic that is able to plug into a 3.5mm headphone jack it will work. If you have a standard mic with an XLR Cable get a converter cable that goes from a Male XLR to Male 3.5mm Hope this helps!
Lol am i the only one who got excited about the beer opener on the side 😂👌
Bruh 🤣 🤣 I was saying the same thing
🤣🤣🤣
You just got to go look at it. 🙏
My ex had an ION and the bass in that thing was AMAZING. By far the best Bluetooth speaker I’ve heard.
I love the sound of the speaker and it’s loud. I went to the river and my aunty had that speaker and I can hear her music all the way from the parking lot.
According to the quick start manual, It’s Water Resistant, not Water Proof. The manual states it can tolerate a little water slashing, but not to leave it out in extreme weather or standing water.
This speaker is really load and I have never turned it up to max for long as you can’t hear or talk to others at a party. Pairing is awesome as their is a stereo effect of L & R.
That because nothing is truly water proof. Just resistant to a certain point
You got yourself a sexy-lookin' speaker there bro. I bought mines from Amazon for $129.99. It is straight up MASSIVE!!!! The sound quality is insanely good and it was definitely worth my time buying. It's awesome and I played music from this at the local basketball league here in Newburgh, NY... And let me tell ya, everyone loved it and I gotten so many compliments on it. Plus, the gym is so dead without any beats playing. And thanks to this beautiful speaker... It's so much more lively now. Especially when the sounds bounces off the gym walls too. I'll put a video up on YT soon. 💯⛹🏻♂️⛹🏿♂️🏀🎶🔊
Great review I got this speaker a few months ago at Costco when it was on sale for $99 and I really enjoy it. The sound is good for the size and the battery life is as advertised, I went a lot of hours before I had to charge it listening to both music from my phone and the FM radio while also charging my phone. I also use this speaker for my outdoor movie nights as I can hook up an auxiliary cord from my projector and get good audio without having to drag out my receiver, speakers and cables. I am going to hook up an older generation Amazon Echo Dot to it and power the dot from the USB input so I can make it into a “smart” speaker.
Thank you! That's a great idea!
I have been having issues trying to connect a Monster Bluetooth transmitter to it. I wanted to use these speakers with my tv and my computer but no luck yet. Any ideas?
Me too
I have an ion pathfinder 3 C and that’s a REALLY GOOD SPEAKER, maybe a little massive but I can imagine what this sounds like.
Does the battery need to be fully charged in order for it to turn on?
I Love This Speaker And You Can Can Listen To It All Day Even On Maximum Volume And Charge It Up After That For The Next Day
Quick question about you listening at max or near max (25 on the volume setting) I am only able to get about 4 hours use at the volume set on 25..... it actually powers down... was able to squeezer another 2.5 hours but volume reduced to a setting of 15. That being said anyone else getting this type of usage time frame from the device?
I won one today from work ‼️ love it
Glad to hear it ☺️
Let me have it
@@ricardovega6252 😳
I have a DINDIN bluetooth speaker that I have used for a year and the sound quality is really good, this product deserves a lot of praise.
Can this speaker manage playing music and wireless mic simultaneously? (ie. for fitness class teaching, karaoke, etc.)
Just bought the speaker hey Costco for $99.99. I work at Costco and have been eyeing this for quite some time. After seeing your review I decided to buy it.. Your review is spot on, the speaker does not disappoint.
Hey, I'm so glad you enjoyed my review! Its a great product and definitely doesn't disappoint, thinking about getting a second one to pair them up. Lets see... Enjoy!
@@ReggieTECH I got the pathfinder 280 for 100 at Costco. Let me ask a question is this speaker better than jbl speakers?
Oh that's simply ginormous. Great review
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
How does this speaker compare to the Pathfinder 280? Also, can you play the Alexa app through Bluetooth?
I have a question can you add a microphone? and if yes, what kind of microphone and where do I get it?
I really like your review so right on the spot thank you.
What can you say about the treble or highs? For your sound sample i didn't hear much highs. Do you think the tweeter is the same or close to JBL partybox 100 or the Xtreme 2? Or the Soundcore Rave Neo or Motion+?
Excellent review my good man, you're a natural. Coming from a 55 yo engineer.
Thanks for the support, I really appreciate it!
How is the sound can you use it as your sound or your speaker system as you drive down the road
Does yours work without it being plugged in or does it need to be 24/7
How many can you link together. I've only attempted 2 and it was pretty sweet!!!
Hey, I'm not exactly sure. Definitely think I might buy some more and try it out this summer though! Glad to know that your enjoying the two your using!
How far away can they be from each other when linked? I was thinking about putting two on my pontoon boat!
You can’t hook up a mic to this model right?
I fully charged mines and only last about 3-4 hours not the 70 sum like it used to when i first purchased, so does that mean i need to replace my battery????
Great speaker. ION Pathfinder 280
But I’m having a problem with it, It seem to stop working from battery power. I replaced the battery. Charged it up and unplugged it from AC same problem. Will not play from battery power only AC.
Am I doing something wrong? It’s Just out of warranty.
I just got one about to open !!!! Could I use a Wireless microphone
The regular Costco price is $140. So $75 dollars is a good deal if it's on sale.
The Costco one is pathfinder 280
Has speakers on the sides
Can you power a dj console from this unit so you dont need an extra power source for a dj set up?
Can you connect these together if you have 3 of them?
Are u playing music saved on your phone or stream from music apps like Amazon, Apple Music, TH-cam, etc?
For the purposes of this review I used a copyright free track from TH-cam. However, usually just playing from spotify or saved music.
Hope this helps!
How can I play mp3's without burning?
I want just to play mp3 files on a disk.
Fits more songs that way.
Or is there another way?
Can you connect a stand in the bottom of this speaker?
World this work well as a karaoke machine? Any other inputs or outputs?
Hay guys, at the beginning of this video I heard that you paid $77 at Costco so I went there and it was a $124. 99 But it was the Path Finder 280° Model is that the Up graded model?
“Soft plastic” lmao.. no it’s definitely hard, durable plastic
Have you tried it with a mic? I have one but had an adapter for the mic and you can't hear it. I'm wondering if anyone has tried this with a Bluetooth mic or a mic not using an adapter 3.5mm if the sound was as loud as playing music??
I just bought an adapter today touse with mic, and you are right, You can barely hear yourself. Well, there goes my plans for Karaoke in the yard on this Labor Day. BUMMER!!!
What does the Pathfinder 280 BLE mean on Bluetooth? Says you need to download a app
Does the Pathfinder 4 have a storage compartment for the cord you never said one thing about where do you put the power cord?
Up your nose, where else would it go?
If I didn't want to use the radio or like Spotify could I use a USB as well? And if I could you that do I have to connect it to Bluetooth on my phone or does it work without Bluetooth
Yes, you can definitely play from a USB. You don't necessarily need to use Bluetooth, you can always connect through an AUX.
Hope this helps!
Can I use a Bluetooth mic.
Do you know if we can connect a Mic for Karaoke? Thanks
The dindinmodern speaker is also very good. I've been using it for over a year now. I use it on picnics when I travel in the RV. Small in size but big in sound.
Wow! $75 on Nov 25 i paid $139! Can you mic it?
Yeah, I purchased it back in August. It doesn't have a traditional mic port, but I'm sure you can get an adapter so that its a 3.5mm port and use a mic through the aux.
I am trying to fine a speaker that I can use for my computer that does nor hook to my tower. I have bought 4 speaker if work for a while then stop working.. Can you help me.
WHERE YOU CONNECT THE MICROPHONE?
I would like to know how to charge the horn without having to use it connect
does it play music from a usb stick?
Quick question ive had the ION Pathfinder 280 for around like 5-6 months but when it says fully charged i unplug it and like 15 seconds later it just turns off any tips on how to fix this
get another battery. My older version did this same thing, they recalled the battery and ION sent me a new one free.
Are you able to connect a Bluetooth mic to this or something?
Yes, you are able to do that. Or if you get a mic with a 3.5mm jack it will work just the same
@@ReggieTECH have you tried connecting a mic? Doesn’t seem to work with a 3.5mm jack.
I’m having an issue that it’s fully charged and as soon as i disconnect the charger it shuts off not even allowing me to turn it back on can anyone help?
Has anyone tried a Bluetooth, 1/8 (or even USB) microphone that actually works. I can't find a straight answer on this anywhere.
can we setup wireless karaoke with this speaker?
They missed one thing should build microphone 🎤 with it!!
Then the pathfinder 3 is for u
Dose the speaker have Bass
How do I turn on bass boost because mine is grayed out
I've opted for two Pathfinder 3, for one reason: It has dedicated knobs for bass and treble. I would've bought 2 of this one if it would've had the same convenience.
The app has it
@@mrvaj2021
What???
I'm talking about physical knobs. Hence the word "dedicated".
@@alphadawg81 welcome too the future 😂
@@mrvaj2021
You mean cost cutting?
"Better" equipment always has and will have knobs.
All good though....you'll learn.😊
@@alphadawg81 it’s cheaper to buy old equipment 😂
How long for full charge
It takes about 3 hours for a full charge
How do I receive calls through it using iPhone ?
Can you use a microphone on it???
How did it take to be charged?
I meant how long does it take to be charged?
Having trouble throwing to find this track any other way to look up the song
my speaker bluetooth is not connecting to my laptop - help!
Ive pressed the bluetooth pairing tab every time - nothing
Hi, you will need to also search for this speaker from your computers bluetooth menu and then connect and pair it.
Hope this helps!
Mine was working so well the next day I tried to put it on and I'm not getting any sound from it but everything else is working just fine
Facing a similar challenge and there's no review on it online to help fix it
@@jesseagyekwahawuvafoge2927 I bring mine to someone to fix the speaker because it have shorts
@@jesseagyekwahawuvafoge2927 some wire was loose with the speaker cause it not to be giving any sound so the guy fix it for me
@@jesseagyekwahawuvafoge2927 I don't think I am going to be ordering any more from that company because there is no way of me getting back in touch with them and it was all on my expense
Damn you paid $75? I paid full price yesterday for like $140. Oh well it’s okay I love the thing
Costco had it for like $80 I think
I bought mine at Costco for 130.00 yesterday😢😩
Go get your price adjustment!
This speaker would be great if it worked. Bluetooth only works for 1-2 minutes max. Tried with Iphone 11 pro max and Chrome Book. Something is wrong with this speaker .
Maybe with your speaker. My iPhone works perfect with mine.
Apple sucks androids are so much better
I am not getting any sound for my speaker as I used to
Good video but just some feedback: work on editing so you don’t repeat things several times, short and sweet reviews are always most appreciated!
R u supposed to peel that sticker on the front buttons?
ReggieTECH and anyone else, does the OTA radio work great? I have an older version, and it does not get a very good signal over the air. It also has a electronic whup whup whup whup whup noise that is corrected about 50% by turning the device. It works great as a speaker, but as an emergency radio for power outages, or when camping and wanting to get the local game or even FM radio, it plain sucks Donkey danglers.
Did the radio didn't work for anyone? I bought it at Costco and it didn't work
Why can't I talk to anyone on my phone using the Pathfinder 280
How do I pair two of these together?
The app
hOly crap...did you show any of the features other than how to open the box and turn it up loud??
Good review
Thanks!
mic?
Can I conect a mic to it ?
Yeah but u prob need an adapter
I lost my charger. What kind can i buy to replace it
Hey, my appologizies for the late response. You can use any standard power plug that's used for a computer/monitor/TV. Here is a link to one you can buy, but I'm sure you just might have one or two laying around the house.
www.amazon.com/dp/B072BYGKZW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_40WBA18RMB0SAANCVBMT?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Hope this helps!
@@ReggieTECH my power cord spot is broken I think that’s the fuse part. It’s very loose and it won’t charge. Can I charge this another way using the charging port in the front? If so what usb can I use to charge this .
100hr battery? 👍🏾
Can I use microphone
Can anyone tell me why there isn't anything on the display screen even though the speaker is powered on
I’m having trouble connecting it to the USB
I love these speakers sound but I’m having issues with Bluetooth connectivity to a Monster Bluetooth transmitter. I’ve had no issues from my phone to them, or linking two together for stereo. Any ideas anyone??
Having Bluetooth issues also
I have issues too. Sometimes it takes a couple of hours and then just randomly connects.
@@derekw7112 I returned and I'll get a another one when it goes on sale again. Bluetooth was paired for like 40 minutes then stopped
My friend showed me his. It bumps i want one
Are you in Humboldt? I’m in Eureka lol 🌲💚
Ya humboldt
How do you pair Tidal to the speaker?
If it is just like the Pathfinder 280 I just bought, you can use the Tidal app on your phone and connect via the units bluetooth. Or, you could connect the phone to the unit with a 3.5mm cable.
Not bad.
Video not bad either.
Old but still relevant.
No real detail on the qi (wireless charging) or link.
The only thing that is missing is being able to connect with another speaker.
Got mine for $99 from Costco on sell
Is it water proof?
Hey, from what I remember its advertised as water resistant. In my personal experience though, I forgot it outside one night and it rained. When I saw it the next morning I turned it on and it worked perfectly fine.
Hope this helps!
Can u sync 3 speakers
Now you need an app to connect to speaker 😮
Nice clsssic NES video game music
how long does the battery actually last?
I would say that the advertised battery life is pretty spot on, it is subject to usage so if you use the Qi Charging function it will affect the total runtime.
Got mine for $99
anyone else having problems with the speaker turning off after 15min or so?
yep, leave it plugged in to charge. Unplug it to use it offsite, goes dead in like 5 min or less. charging light shows it is charging when it is plugged in.
How do i turn on bass boost?
Hey, you can turn Bass Boost on by using the application. I explain how to do this at 10:28 during this video, please check that out.
Hope this helps!
@@ReggieTECH thats funny, because my application always has bass boost grayed out. I have the same pathfinder 4 as you, its quite puzzling.
@@ricardomunoz2010 I have the same problem, it doesn’t let me bass boost
@@seviklingbiel7182 having same issue
My bass boost is grayed out not an option to turn on????!
I am having trouble even connecting it to the Bluetooth
I’ve been trying to get mine to connect to a Bluetooth thing from monster and it will only work from the phone. There is also another issue of having them linked (if you have two) the playing an aux in one and it not linking in stereo
Me to I bought two one for Mexico other for usa
No sirve yo lo compré y solo quedo sin sonido ya ni quiso tocar solo se conecta en Bluetooth y no se escucha nada
Any idea how to turn on bass boost
Hey, you can turn on that feature through the ICON Sound Application
Hey how do turn bass boost on because mine is grayed out is there any way dat u can help me
I’m pretty sure this inanimate object doesn’t have chi....Qi maybe😁
🤣🤣
You never showed how to operate the app way too much talking
can you add a mic?
Hey, if you have a mic that is able to plug into a 3.5mm headphone jack it will work. If you have a standard mic with an XLR Cable get a converter cable that goes from a Male XLR to Male 3.5mm
Hope this helps!