with the flip 2 puts JBL after and promises more power than with the Act with the upgrade of the flip] longer. The manufacturer in terms of volume and bass wants to score with two drivers and integrated innovative Bassport. With handy design, which was awarded, the speaker is clearly in line with the trend. The JBL 2 should also have a crystal clear sound playback without noise and ensure best quality as a hands-free kit with SoundClear® echo and noise reduction. In addition to Bluetooth, the speaker offers the pairing Variant via NFC and via 3.5 mm jack cable. Whether all this promise in this portable Bluetooth speaker complies, you can read in this review. I have tried the JBL flip 2 during an outing on the bike and in different-sized rooms and tested it thoroughly. After this test, you know the pros and cons of Philips, what BT6000B are, and can better decide for himself whether he perhaps is the right Bluetooth speaker for you.
Packing and delivery
within two working days of the portable Bluetooth speaker arrived flip II Black Edition from the House of JBL. Who buys the speaker as a gift, should wrap it before, because of the largely white cardboard is equipped with an image of the flip 2 Black Edition. The speaker and the hard case are packed in plastic wrap. The remaining accessories are included in the bag. In the 640 grams Pack were:
the JBL flip 2 Black Edition
A bag case
a micro-USB charging cable
A EU AC plug (power supply)
a quick start guide
a safety data sheet
guarantee
the American manufacturer of JBL grants a guarantee of two years on all its devices.
The price
with a price of less than 80 euros (July 2016) the JBL is flip 2 Black Edition in the medium price range.
Equipment and technology
the JBL flip 2 has been processed at high quality. The body consists largely of metal mesh and a rubber Strip and rubber ends, where the controls are housed. There is unfortunately not a bracket for the suspension. The speaker can be used lying horizontally and vertically standing. Supplied accessories leaves nothing to be desired. The hard case in black leather with zipper and provides exactly the space of sound cylinder needs. It is cut padded and beautifully easy to grip. Place the case however does not provide for the charger. The USB cable makes a quality impression, as also the adapter, which includes. Was now a phone cable, it would take no further Zubehör.JBL 2014 won the "International CES Innovations design and Engineering Award" for the cylindrical flip. There are now some portable Bluetooth speaker with almost identical des IGN (JBL pulse, JBL flip 3, UE-boom, Dknight big MagicBox, UE mega boom, NINETEC impulses u. v. m.) What is different than in the previous flip? The flip 2 has no raised buttons and is slightly larger and much louder than its predecessor. Also something on the basses, the noise-cancelling, and the pairings was filed. He has no rubber knobs for more stable stand more, but the battery should be more powerful. What is special about the Black Edition? Nothing. The flip 2 Black Edition is just the normal JBL flip 2 entirely in black.
Technical details of the manufacturer
Singnalumwandler (driver): two 1.5 "(40 mm)
amplifier power: two 6 Watt
frequency dependence: 100 Hz - 2000 Hz
signal to noise ratio: 80 DB (A sound pressure level)
frequency range for Bluetooth transmission: 2.402 ~ 2,480 GHz
Bluetooth transmission power: 0 ~ 4 dBm
Bluetooth transmission modulation: GFSK, π / 4 DQPSK, 8DPSK
Mass and weight
The JBL flip 2 is 383 grams and has the dimensions: 6.5 x 6.5 x 16 cm.
controls
's five recessed buttons at the top are located (if he is vertical). In the middle is the on / off switch, you can left and right "+" and "–" volume, above the switch for the hands-free kit and below is the Bluetooth and NFC coupling. There are the LED lights for the battery, the AUX - and micro-USB port on the side of the speaker.
LED display
All relevant LEDs, with the exception of the battery level, are located at the bottom of the JBL flip 2. If the LED light the on / off switch lights up, is the speaker, otherwise he is out. When the Bluetooth symbol blinks, just a link to a remote transmitter (such as a Smartphone) is made. When it lights up continuously, the speaker with the transmitter is connected. If the phone icon flashes, your Smartphone is just called. You make calls just when it lights up continuously.
Connections and connections
of the Portable Bluetooth speaker flip 2 offers three connection options. Bluetooth, NFC and the connection with a 3.5 mm cable via the AUX port.
AUX connection
Simply connect your transmitter (E.g. an MP3 player) with a 3.5 mm cable via the audio input on the side of the speaker and the connection is available.
Bluetooth connection
Appears when the Bluetooth function is activated on the transmitter and the speaker is switched on, the Bluetooth button is pressed, "JBL flip 2" on your remote transmitter this now select and confirm this linkage. The range is approximately 10 meters.
NFC connection
The Near Field Communication (NFC) enables wireless connection between different NFC enabled devices. A brief touch, after the NFC function, the Bluetooth button on the speaker and transmitter was enabled, enough to pair both.
Integrated battery
the built-in high-performance lithium-ion battery according to the manufacturer (3.7 V, 2000 mAH, 7.4 wh) lasts up to 5 hours. The charging time is 3 hours.
As a hands-free system
the flip 2 features "SoundClear" echo and noise suppression, and a specially tuned, integrated microphone which should halt background noise and distortion when calling.
Appearance and processing of the speaker
the speaker is red and yellow in white, black, blue, available. The Black Edition is as the name suggests completely in a subtle black held. Manufacturer logo on the metal grid and key names at the bottom of the speakers are used in light grey. The cylindrical shape is simple and looks like a slightly larger beverage can. The flip 2 can be placed horizontally and vertically. The soft keys on the rubber surface, are comfortable to operate. A loop or a bracket for a possible suspension not there unfortunately. The flip 2 offers here, no way to attach something to it.
Practice test
what kind of a loud sound! If you turn the flip 2, you shouldn't do this, if someone nearby is a NAP, because the signal that he is on, is deafening. Unfortunately, that can be also not adjusted. You can down the signal when turned off. The speaker not remembers the setting unfortunately, are keeping this shortcoming.
Kop plung:
test with multiple transmitters a Smartphone had don't want to recognize partout flip 2. Only after I had disabled the Bluetooth on the edge of the Galaxy, the speaker turned out and had enabled then only the speaker and then the Bluetooth function of the Galaxy, it was. After repeated attempts, this order had to be retained in this case. The coupling via Bluetooth and NFC worked with all other devices (iPad air 2, HTC, iPhone 5s) and pulled down only after 10 meters and several walls. Outdoor came the flip 2 even at 15 meters.
Phone:
You can not refuse a call and transfer back again not on the phone. Let's say you can only make the call and then exit by pressing the receiver button. The sound is however loud and clear, even though one a little further away.
Battery life:
The battery indicator light the LEDs on the rubber side of the device is indeed practical, however slightly inaccurate. Barely one-fourth was displayed and the next moment, the battery is empty. The battery was also the greatest shortcoming of the JBL unit. On the 5 hour advertised by the manufacturer, I came only for the lowest volume and cable connection. Bluetooth and medium volume reached the battery power for just under 3.5 hours and at high volume (about 75% of the volume performance), just less than two hours. It is not enough for picnic, party, trip or anything where you want to have a portable speaker here.
Perseverance:
The speaker has a flattened gum on the side and at the bottom (if you put it vertically). Both is not very steady, a light wind at the vertical level is sufficient to rudely upset the speaker as he rolls around lying down, if the surface is not completely straight. I've seen better with other speakers in the design. Why, the JBL-designer at the upgrade have renounced the rubber nubs, opens only at the optical level. It looks cool, but not the lack practicality outweighs the coolness.
Sound quality and volume:
But now to the most important - the sound. Two 40 mm drivers and a specially tuned built-in bass reflex opening ensures "Fidelity" and powerful bass provide. During my test I noticed immediately one - the flip 2 is very loud. He is sufficient without any problems, to annoy neighbors. Beware it is necessary, if you want to hear more quiet sounds, because the flip 2 hugely magnified the volume at the lowest level. If I put my Smartphone and the speaker on almost silent, it is still completely sufficient. I didn't think that I would, hope that with a little Bluetooth speaker but still slightly down, would have been great. The bass is one of the most powerful of all portable speaker, that I was able to test so far. The sound quality is very clear and has depth. I have tested the flip 2 with Dubstep, metal, pop, classical music and an audio book and could, except at a volume of more than 80% of the performance, no imperfections are. No noise, no frizzled votes, not a roar - just super. Only when one approaches the insanely loud maximum volume, the quality declines. The bass is just incredibly strong for such a small device, and can record not only in its price class, with almost all portable Bluetooth speakers.
Conclusion
which is to recommend due to weak battery and lack water protection not really as outdoor-speaker JBL flip 2. That is particularly unfortunate because he plays very far forward of all tested speakers with volume and sound quality. Unfortunately, the battery can be also not replaced because it is firmly installed. If you are looking for a speaker for your home, I can recommend the flip 2. Looking only a little breeze, straight surface so that he does not roll away or fall over.
