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In Memory of Rad Bennett

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April 2022

Rad Bennett, a writer for the SoundStage! Network for the better part of two decades, passed away in Harper’s Ferry, VA, on March 10, 2022. A versatile reviewer, Rad covered movies, music, and equipment. He was the kind of writer who could take a $79 Bluetooth speaker through its paces and craft an article from it that was both compelling and accurate—a rare skill in this industry. Rad’s main focus, though, was entertainment—Rad was an expert on classic films and classical music, and wrote authoritatively on both. His many writings can be found on multiple sites throughout the SoundStage! Network.

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JBL Flip 6 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker

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April 2022

The model-designation number of the Flip 6 tells us that this popular speaker has been around for quite a while. And this time, it appears that JBL is turning over new models fairly rapidly, as I just reviewed the Flip 5 last August. At first glance, this new version looks much like the previous one, but there are in fact quite a few differences and upgrades. At $129.95 (all prices USD), the Flip 6 is still a bargain, even when you consider that the price of the Flip 5 has been reduced to $109.95. Is the Flip 6 worth the extra $20? I think so, but a lot depends on the needs of the buyer.

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Anker Soundcore Flare 2 Bluetooth Speaker

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March 2022

For the past seven months, I’ve been on a bit of a roll reviewing portable Bluetooth speakers with light shows—LEDs that dance to the music. The latest of these is the Anker Soundcore Flare 2, another cylindrical design that’s shorter than most JBLs and other brands of Bluetooth speakers, yet provides pretty good sound along with a user-adjustable light show. At $79 (all prices in USD), it’s a strong contender if you’re looking for a really small speaker with decent sound. And you can usually get your hands on one for far less than the list price if you shop around.

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Furrion LIT Bluetooth Speaker with Adventure Kit

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February 2022

I confess I knew little or nothing about Furrion before starting this review, but after doing a little research, I discovered that they’re a huge corporation based in Hong Kong that makes a wide variety of products. In entertainment, their focus seems to be outdoor equipment, and their product lines include a vast selection of marine gear and outdoor televisions. The LIT is their only Bluetooth speaker, and it’s available (in black or white) as a standalone product, but the Adventure Kit throws in some interesting mounting equipment at considerable savings. Furrion lists the LIT and Adventure Kit at $140.95 (all prices in USD). The speaker alone is $119.95. If you bought the accessories separately, it would add up to $48. It’s an interesting design that will appeal to many outdoor enthusiasts—with one big caveat.

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Tribit StormBox Pro Bluetooth Speaker

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January 2022

Two years ago, I reviewed the initial Tribit StormBox, predicting a bright future for the company and its products. It’s been a long wait, but now Tribit has added the StormBox Pro to its lineup, and this new speaker’s performance signals that the company’s future looks just as bright as ever. At $129.99 USD, the speaker outperforms most of the contenders in its price and size range and is on par with a number of other heavy hitters in the portable Bluetooth niche.

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JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Bluetooth Speaker

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December 2021

JBL started its PartyBox lineup with the huge floorstanding PartyBox 300 speaker that I reviewed a little over a year ago. Since then, the company has added speakers of various sizes to the line, the latest being the PartyBox On-The-Go model, which is portable and can play from its internal battery without having to be plugged in. At $349.95 (all prices USD), it’s not inexpensive, but you get a lot for your money: a very good-sounding PA/disco/guitar/karaoke/party speaker with lots of neat features.

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Sony SRS-XB33 Bluetooth Speaker

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November 2021

Continuing on the topic of compact Bluetooth speakers, a category I’ve been delving into in my past few reviews, I’ve encountered a worthy candidate from Sony: the SRS-XB33. It’s waterproof, dustproof, rustproof, and shockproof, and should prove to be a good companion for outdoor activities. Moreover, it operates in real stereo, sounds pretty good, and has a mesmerizing light show with DJ effects. At $148 (in USD), it’s a strong contender in its price and size class.

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Bose SoundLink Color II Bluetooth Speaker

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October 2021

Bose is a legendary name in the world of audio speakers. The company has diehard fans. Having never experienced a Bose product firsthand, I determined that I should try one. In this case, it was the Bose SoundLink Color II. Though I found a few things to quibble about, this little speaker mostly lived up to the Bose hype. At $129 (all prices USD), it is a strong contender for purchase if you’re considering a speaker in its size category.

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 Bluetooth Speaker

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September 2021

Back in 2013, I had a strong relationship with Logitech because I was reviewing most of its pioneering Bluetooth speakers. Somehow, likely due to a change in personnel, I regrettably lost touch with the company. My first impressions of its products were highly positive, and I followed their progress online as the firm re-established itself as Ultimate Ears. Recently, I made contact with them again, and I’m happy to review the Wonderboom 2, the smallest Bluetooth speaker in the manufacturer’s line-up. At $99.99 (all prices USD), it’s an attractive, affordable companion for outdoor activities.

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JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker

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August 2021

It’s back to the familiar JBL cylindrical design this month with their newest addition to the Flip series, the Flip 5 Bluetooth speaker. As you might have guessed from the number, this popular series has been around for some time. The new model comes with a few improvements over the outgoing Flip 4, although it loses a few features as well. Still, at $119.95 (all prices USD), it’s one of the best little Bluetooth speakers around.

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  1. JBL Pulse 4 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  2. JBL Clip 4 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  3. EcoXGear EcoJourney Bluetooth Speaker and Dry Box
  4. JBL Xtreme 3 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  5. EcoXGear EcoLantern Bluetooth Speaker
  6. EcoXGear EcoExtreme 2 Bluetooth Speaker and Waterproof Case
  7. iHome Playtough Pro iBT158 Bluetooth Speaker
  8. JBL Go 3 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  9. Audioengine A1 Powered Bluetooth Loudspeakers
  10. JBL Link Music Wi-Fi Speaker
  11. Audioengine B-Fi Multiroom Music Streamer
  12. JBL Link Portable Wi-Fi Bluetooth Speaker
  13. Aomais Go Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  14. DuoTen Waterproof Bluetooth Shower Speaker
  15. Kanto YU Powered Bluetooth Loudspeakers
  16. Voiz AiRadio Duo VR-80 Wi-Fi Radio
  17. Jensen SMPS-626 Waterproof Bluetooth Shower Speaker
  18. Grace Digital EcoXGear EcoEdge Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  19. Tribit StormBox Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  20. Grace Digital EcoXGear EcoPebble Lite Bluetooth Speaker
  21. Tribit MaxSound Plus Bluetooth Speaker
  22. Harman/Kardon Citation One Wi-Fi Speaker
  23. JBL PartyBox 300 Bluetooth Speaker
  24. Kanto Tuk Powered Loudspeakers
  25. Grace Digital EcoXGear EcoTrek Bluetooth Speaker
  26. JBL Link 300 Voice-Activated Wi-Fi Speaker
  27. Audioengine 512 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
  28. JBL Charge 4 Bluetooth Speaker
  29. Grace Digital Mondo+ Classic Wi-Fi Radio
  30. Bluesound Pulse Flex 2i Wi-Fi Speaker
  31. Sbode M400 Bluetooth Speaker
  32. NstaJam Nspire Solo Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  33. EcoXGear EcoXplorer Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  34. JBL Xtreme 2 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  35. Music Everywhere: JBL Clip 3 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  36. Music Everywhere: Grace Digital Mondo+ Wi-Fi Radio
  37. Music Everywhere: Benjie BJ-T6HD Digital Music Player
  38. Music Everywhere: Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Bluetooth Headphones
  39. Music Everywhere: Audio-Technica ATH-SR6BTBK Bluetooth Headphones
  40. Music Everywhere: JBL Everest Elite 750NC Wireless Headphones
  41. Music Everywhere: JBL Flip 4 Bluetooth Speaker
  42. Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT Bluetooth Headphones
  43. Music Everywhere: G-Project G-Boom Bluetooth Speaker
  44. Music Everywhere: Grace Digital EcoXGear EcoBoulder Bluetooth Outdoor Speaker
  45. Music Everywhere: Koss BT539ik Bluetooth Headphones
  46. Music Everywhere: JBL Charge 3 Bluetooth Speaker
  47. Music Everywhere: Altec Lansing MZX300 Bluetooth Headphones
  48. Music Everywhere: Koss UR42i Headphones
  49. Music Everywhere: Altec Lansing Mini Lifejacket 2 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  50. Music Everywhere: Grace Digital EcoXGear SolJam Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  51. Grace Digital EcoXGear EcoPebble Powerbank Bluetooth Speaker-Charger-Flashlight
  52. Music Everywhere: Grace Digital CastDock X2 Wi-Fi Speaker
  53. Music Everywhere: Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BT Bluetooth Headphones
  54. Music Everywhere: Acoustic Research AR-M2 Portable Music Player
  55. Music Everywhere: Sennheiser Momentum Wireless Bluetooth Headphones
  56. Music Everywhere: Philips Shoqbox BT2200 Mini Bluetooth Speaker
  57. Music Everywhere: Audio-Technica ATH-WS99BT Solid Bass Bluetooth Headphones
  58. Music Everywhere: Grace Digital BT Bluetooth Loudspeakers
  59. Music Everywhere: Audio-Technica ATH-S700BT SonicFuel Bluetooth Headphones
  60. Music Everywhere: Astell&Kern AK380 Portable Media Player
  61. Music Everywhere: Astell&Kern AK Jr Portable Media Player
  62. Music Everywhere: Koss BTS1 Bluetooth Speaker
  63. Music Everywhere: Outdoor Tech. Tuis Bluetooth Headphones
  64. Music Everywhere: Koss BT540i Bluetooth Headphones
  65. Music Everywhere: Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7 Headphones
  66. Music Everywhere: Outdoor Tech Buckshot Pro Bluetooth Speaker-Powerbank-Flashlight
  67. Music Everywhere: Polk Audio Hinge Wireless Bluetooth Headphones
  68. Music Everywhere: Philips BT3500B Bluetooth Speaker
  69. Music Everywhere: Monoprice 10585 Bluetooth Headphones
  70. Music Everywhere: Jam Transit Bluetooth Headphones
  71. Music Everywhere: JBL Clip Bluetooth Speaker
  72. Music Everywhere: Jabra Move Bluetooth Headphones
  73. Music Everywhere: JBL Synchros E50BT Bluetooth Headphones
  74. Denon Envaya DSB-200BK Bluetooth Speaker
  75. Music Everywhere: 808 Hex SL Bluetooth Speaker
  76. Music Everywhere: Wharfedale Cobalt Bluetooth Speaker
  77. Music Everywhere: Grace Digital EcoxGear EcoRox Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  78. Music Everywhere: Outdoor Tech Turtle Shell 2.0 Bluetooth Speaker
  79. Music Everywhere: Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AX5iS Headphones
  80. Music Everywhere: Outdoor Tech. Privates Bluetooth Headphones
  81. Music Everywhere: Motorola S11-HD Bluetooth Earphones
  82. Music Everywhere: Philips SBT300 Bluetooth Speaker
  83. Music Everywhere: Jabra Solemate Mini Bluetooth Speaker
  84. Music Everywhere: Logitech UE Mini Boom Bluetooth Speaker
  85. Music Everywhere: HMDX Jam Plus Bluetooth Wireless Loudspeaker
  86. Music Everywhere: Munitio Pro40 Headphones
  87. Music Everywhere: Logitech Z600 Wireless Bluetooth Loudspeakers
  88. Music Everywhere: JVC HA-M55X Xtreme Xplosives Headphones
  89. Music Everywhere: G-Project G-Go Bluetooth Water-Resistant Speaker
  90. Music Everywhere: Grace Digital Mondo Wi-Fi Music Player and Internet Radio
  91. Music Everywhere: Jabra Revo Wireless Bluetooth Headphones
  92. Music Everywhere: Grace Digital ECOXBT Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
  93. Music Everywhere: Logitech UE Smart Radio
  94. Music Everywhere: Logitech UE Boombox
  95. Music Everywhere: Audio-Technica ATH-ANC9 QuietPoint Active Noise-Canceling Headphones
  96. Music Everywhere: Audio-Technica ATH-WS70 Solid Bass Headphones
  97. Music Everywhere: RHA SA950i Headphones
  98. Music Everywhere: NuForce Cube Compact Portable Loudspeaker
  99. Music Everywhere: Logitech UE 9000 Wireless Headphones
  100. Music Everywhere: SMS Audio Sync by 50 Wireless Headphones
  101. Music Everywhere: A Bargain Returns -- Kinivo BTH220 Bluetooth Wireless Headphones
  102. Music Everywhere: Virgin Mobile MiFi 2200 Mobile Hotspot
  103. Music Everywhere: Zoom H1 Handy Recorder
  104. Music Everywhere: Breffo Spiderpodium and ZeroChroma Teatro Personal Device Stands
  105. Music Everywhere: MOG
  106. Music Everywhere: iWatchz Wristbands for the iPod Nano
  107. Music Everywhere: IDAPT i4 Universal Charging Station
  108. Music Everywhere: Olasonic TW-S7 Powered Loudspeakers
  109. Music Everywhere: Logitech S135i iPod Dock and Speakers
  110. Music Everywhere: Rocketfish RF-MAB2 Headphones
  111. Music Everywhere: Grace Digital Eco Extreme Powered Waterproof iPod Case and Loudspeaker
  112. Music Everywhere: UltraLink UFi UCube Compact USB Loudspeakers
  113. Music Everywhere: Motorola S10-HD Bluetooth Wireless Earphones
  114. Music Everywhere: Sony DR-BT21G Wireless Headphones and TMR-BT8IP Bluetooth Transmitter

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