The JBL Xtreme 4 portable Bluetooth speaker was created for outdoor locations where a small Bluetooth speaker can’t cut it. A four-driver system is used in the speaker’s circular housing and delivers 100 Watts of total output. It also features two passive radiators on each side, creating both an audible low-end response and a bass visualizer. JBL states that the battery will last 24 hours after being fully charged, and that the Playtime Boost feature adds 6 additional hours of playtime when the speaker is in its lowest energy consumption mode.
The JBL Xtreme 4 is $300 on Amazon, down from its $380 list price, which is $80 or 21% off.
A powerful portable speaker perfect for taking everywhere you go
The Xtreme 4 is loud enough to fill a large yard, a beach party, or a pool deck with its 100W output. The four-driver speaker array separates the frequency range by providing separate woofers for the lower frequencies and tweeters for the higher frequencies, instead of using a single midrange driver for everything. So, you get clear vocals, bass-heavy music tracks, and less muddiness at higher volumes than you get with single-driver Bluetooth speakers.
The speaker is IP67 rated and offers full protection against dust and immersion in water up to 1 meter deep for 30 minutes, which is far more than you would expect from using your speaker outdoors. It can withstand rain, sand, splashes of water at the pool, and even dust at a campsite. Plus, if you drop it, the speakers’ fabric exterior can handle most small scratches.
PartyBoost technology connects two compatible JBL speakers together to provide stereo separation across your listening area. AI Sound Boost optimizes your audio profile in real time based on the music you are playing, continuously adjusting EQ, bass, and dynamics rather than simply sending a predefined signal-processing curve.
The Xtreme4 comes with a replacement battery, unlike prior Xtreme-generation products. This option means a dead battery doesn’t mean you have to throw away your expensive speaker. The speaker can also supply power via its USB-C port that can be used to charge a smartphone or tablet.
Wireless Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity provides stable pairing between devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops. The JBL Portable app for both Apple and Android devices includes custom EQ settings and firmware upgrades. You also get a shoulder strap, which makes carrying the speaker over longer distances way more comfortable.
The Xtreme 4 is $380 at full retail price, but it’s currently on sale for $300. For anyone running an annual rotation of beach trips, tailgates, and pool parties, the Xtreme 4 handles all of those on a single charge per day, with a replaceable battery that keeps the unit useful for years longer than a sealed-cell speaker.