So now also raises the manufacturer DBPower with this speaker (and the transparent enclosure version with Asin number B00U8DCGCE -. Currently not listed on Amazon, thus linking not possible) extremely futuristic Bluetooth speakers on the market, which in itself concept and the installed technology are very similar, convince with an excellent price / performance ratio and more complex equipment, however but differ in terms of design, the feel and the integrated battery technology a little.
Although regarded as a mere by-product, first amazed the packaging. A lot of bubble film prevents direct access to the protagonist, who is also delivered in a kind of plastic Shrine incl. Hand strap. This protects against damage during shipping, looks great, is perfect as a gift with eye-warranty (bow drum & finish) and is a follow-up (for mobile use and future transportation) even virtually. Is supplied in addition to the speaker a USB charging cable, a manual and a 3,5mm / (audio) cables - the latter is later than the same wire antenna for the built-in FM radio.
Pending from each personal taste, the skin in this assessment should probably little space and time are devoted. In general the workmanship is excellent, the sound box surprisingly heavy, very stable (rubber applications at the bottom) and completely free of defects of any kind. The high-gloss black and reminiscent of a mirror, the cleaning effort is exorbitantly high and dust, in a matter of seconds the open air, a permanent and faithful companion. The LED display is completely invisible when turned off and comes in red letters only when starting to light. All the controls sit at the top and make a complete application, the smorgasbord of playback options is close to the reference value - USB, Mini-SD, line-in, Bluetooth, FM radio - which was lacking, with the possible exception of NFC tags, nothing , Per modes button is selected between the different playback options, on storage media of the speakers reacts partly completely independently.
Is coupled via Bluetooth within a few seconds, the connection is to a distance of several meters free from disturbances and / or interruptions. The sound is good, surprisingly balanced, bass within the means available, only at full volume the system tends to over-tightening. But few end users will be using a device of this price and quality to sound a homemade bachelor party. Even the radio function is thought out in the context of an automatic tuning helps in basic calibration. Unfortunately, the saved station list later bursts at the seams and interference-prone radio stations can only be skipped, but not be completely erased. One shortcoming, but at least a verschmerzbares.
More than just a plus point earned the DBPower product with the non-permanently installed and FREE removable battery cell. An absolute rarity in this entry-level segment boxes which leads usually that at the first sign of weakness, the respective Bluetooth speaker competes the way towards disposal. Not so here, the 18650 battery at any time, for example, hereby Samsung SDI ICR18650-26F X2 Li-Ion battery (3.7V, 2600mAh, 2-pack) incl. Battery box are replaced. Similar batteries can be found very often in small LED flashlights from the Asian region.
May call the Speaker of course, incoming call numbers are even "read" by a female computer voice. On a closer examination of this gimmick I have omitted for lack of interest.
Conclusion: A striking and unusual Bluetooth speaker, convincing in all areas. Cute, compact, high quality, reliable and up to date to settle definitely the leaders in the comparable competition