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Connection
Sources and media
Bluetooth v 4.2
mini-Jack (3.5 mm)
USB
card reader
Bluetooth v 4.2
mini-Jack (3.5 mm)
USB
card reader
Acoustic characteristics
Number of channels2.0 (stereo)2.0 (stereo)
Passive emitter
Output power10 W34 W
Frequency range70 – 20000 Hz60 – 20000 Hz
Speaker synchronizationTWSTWS
Features
speakerphone
speakerphone
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handle / strap
handle / strap
Battery
Battery capacity1800 mAh6000 mAh
Battery life5 h4 h
Charging time3 h
USB charging portmicroUSBmicroUSB
Power bank mode
General
WaterproofIPX6IPX6
Materialplasticplastic
Size (HxWxD)92x218x83 mm151x346x132 mm
Weight850 g2380 g
Color
Added to E-Catalogaugust 2019july 2019

Passive emitter

The presence of a passive radiator in the design of the speaker system.

Such an emitter is a speaker cone that does not have its own coil and magnet — in other words, it does not produce sound itself, but only vibrates from the sound of other speakers. Like the phase inverter (see above), this part is intended to improve sound pressure and sound depth, especially at low frequencies; at the same time, the advantage of a passive radiator is the absence of a tube, due to which the design is simpler and more compact than with a phase inverter.

Output power

The total power of all channels of the speaker system. The higher the power, the larger the size of the room in which the audio system can be used, however, more powerful portable speakers usually have larger dimensions and weight.

Frequency range

The range of audio frequencies reproduced by the audio system. The wider the range, the richer the sound, the more details the speakers can convey, especially in the low and high frequencies. At the same time, we note that the average human ear is able to hear sounds in the range of about 16 – 20,000 Hz, and it makes no sense to provide a wider range in speakers — a person simply will not hear it. Also note that a wide frequency range alone does not guarantee good sound quality.

Battery capacity

Theoretically, a higher capacity allows to achieve greater battery life, but in fact, the operating time also depends on the power consumption of acoustics — and it can be very different, depending on the characteristics and design features. So this parameter is secondary, and when choosing it is worth paying attention not so much to the battery capacity, but to the directly claimed operating time (see below).

Battery life

Operating time of a portable audio system without connecting to an external power source (network or USB port, depending on the capabilities). Note that manufacturers tend to indicate battery life in their specifications under optimal conditions for energy saving: at low volume, without using additional functions, etc. Therefore, in fact, this indicator may be noticeably lower than the claimed one, and speakers with a long operating time will not sound at full volume for the specified hours.

Charging time

The time it takes to charge a fully discharged device to 100% charge.

Power bank mode

Ability to work portable acoustics in power bank mode. This mode is only found in models with their own batteries (see "Power type"): it allows you to use this battery to power a smartphone or other external gadget. Thus, acoustics can play the role of an additional external battery, which is important in situations where it is not possible to charge a portable device in time.

Note that Power Bank speakers may only be compatible with certain phone models; this point should be clarified before buying.
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