Wireless Portable Acoustic System JBL Charge 3. Water and Battery Protection

Wireless acoustics JBL Charge 3 will help you feel this freedom. You can use it at any convenient place thanks to the compact dimensions and the capacious battery. The impeccable clarity of the sound and saturated bass will give the true pleasure of music in the beloved genre. By purchasing JBL Charge 3, you will receive a powerful stereo emitter and an energy source in one device.

Advantages of an acoustic system

• Degree of protection IPX7. JBL Charge 3 portable column is not afraid of splashes, rain and even dive into the water.
• Clear sound. The device provides corporate deep and rich sound.
• Clean battery. Device can work in offline mode up to 15 hours. If necessary, you can recharge your smartphone via a USB connector.
• Loud telephone communications. Respond to calls using the built-in microphone. You are provided with a clear sound and suppressing outsiders.
• Support JBL Connect. Collect your own speaker system, connecting additional speakers.
• Freedom from wires. Wireless technology Bluetooth allows you to broadcast your favorite music from any smartphone on the speaker system.

We are the official representative of the JBL brand in Russia and offer acoustics affordable prices. In our online store you can cheap the JBL Charge 3 column (original) with a convenient delivery in Moscow and to the regions. For questions, refer to the operator by phone.

All speakers from the JBL Charge line are issued with the calculation on a wide range of buyers. These are not the models in which the additional options are embedded, which are not necessary for most users. These are devices that give the owner exactly what is required of wireless columns: good sound, moisture protection and elevated time autonomous work.

JBL Charge 3 is the best representative of this line. The column received not only more high-quality sound, but also moisture protection of the IPX7 standard. let's consider this model Read more.

• Case Colors: Black, Blue, Gray, Red, Green;
• Case material: plastic, textiles;
• Dimensions (d × sh × T): 213 x 87 x5 mm;
• Weight: 800 g;
• Frequency range: 65 - 20000 Hz;
• Signal / noise ratio: 80 dB;
• Total output power: 20 W;
• Battery: 6000 mAh Li-Ion, non-removable;
• Opening hours: 20 hours in active mode;
• Linear AUX input;
• Other connectors: microUSB, USB Type-A;

Packaging and equipment

A column is supplied in a large box, on which the same is shown in the water dive state. On the front side of the package, we can observe a list of the main differences of this audio system from other models. This is Bluetooth, Waterproof IPX7 Standard, JBL Connect and Victory in the International Competition Design Awards. 2016. And on the other hand, everything is painted in detail. specifications Devices.

In addition to the column itself, the power supply is in the kit and two forks are American and Russian. So you can connect the system to any outlet. In addition, the kit includes a MicroUSB cable, which, unfortunately, not all manufacturers can offer. Well, according to the standard, the box contains documentation. Need to say, complete set. Of course, there are no covers, bags and other accessories, but there is everything you need.

Design and assembly

All devices of this model range in their appearance for some reason are reminiscent of banks with refreshments. But in JBL Charge 3, the developers decided to improve the design slightly. Now the column is more like a barrel. Such an effect turned out due to adjusting lines on the sides of the case. By the way, the hull itself is made of plastic. But there are also aluminum inserts. On top of the housing is stretched pleasant to the touch and very durable fabric, which covers almost the entire area of \u200b\u200bthe apparatus.

Thanks to the textile surface, the column holds very well in hand even after it was immersed under water. Five different color solutions are offered for every taste: black, gray, red, blue and turquoise.

There are six functional buttons on the housing. They are intended to control the pairing with other devices, adjust the volume level, switch tracks and turn on / off the machine. Buttons themselves slightly protruding over the cloth, so they are easy to find on the touch.

On the front side you can detect the logo of the manufacturer. And just below are five LED lights that provide information about the current battery charge.

From the reverse side settled wired interfaces. There are 3.5 mm TRS, microUSB and USB connectors. The last connector is needed if you want to recharge other devices from the column. The output gives 2 amps. And this is enough to recharge your smartphone or tablet. Connectors as well as everything else protected from water. A thick rubber plug is responsible for it.

The upper part of the column, like the bottom, is closed by a passive radiator. However, the column can be put up vertically, because radiators are located in small recesses. And for horizontal accommodation at the bottom there is a special platform.

There are disadvantages in such an assembly. For example, some problems may arise with a rubber plug on the connectors. It does not always go into the groove to the end. As a result, water can get into the port. Another drawback is a way of inclusion. To start the device, it is short enough to press the upper button. Because of this, often the column turns on by itself. Also, during turning on the sound, which cannot be turned off or change its volume.

Sound

Compared to the last model of this series, the sound quality was noticeably improved. Previously, such a problem was observed as vocals that wrap the sounds of instruments. In a new column, all sounds successfully harmonize with each other. At any frequency there are no failures or distortion.

But, the sound quality can affect not only the column itself, but also the device with which the pairing occurs. Whatever it was, wireless connection It is still inferior to wired communication between the sound source and the reproducing device. If you can separate the conjugate device with a column and move out a few meters, you can see that the sound is worsening.

The device is quite successfully synchronized with the computer. It is best to use the device in stationary format. You can certainly use an audio system at a party, but make sure that the smartphone with music is not removed from the speaker too far.

Autonomy

If you believe officially declared characteristics, JBL Charge 3 must successfully work on the average volume of 20 hours without recharging. But, this figure is slightly exaggerated. In fact, the battery is enough for only 16 hours of operation, which is also a very good result. If the battery has almost exhausted its reserves, the device will notify you about this blinking of the Red LED. It is very pleased that the low charge does not affect the quality and ability to play music.

To fully charge the power supply column, 2.5 hours will be required. But if you charge from the computer, wait for an hour longer. If you wish, you can use the audio system as a deliberate and charge other devices from it.

Features

The undoubted plus JBL Charge 3 is the presence of the JBL Connect system. It makes it possible to use several speakers at the same time as a single audio system. When synchronizing two columns, the effect of stereo sound is created. Control this process You can using a special application.

Also present speakerphone. It allows you to use a device for a full conversation by phone. The voice of the interlocutor, while transmitted through external speakers. So, it is ideal for creating video conferencing.

conclusions

Perhaps this best model From this price segment. In just 180 dollars you get everything you can demand from a portable speaker without special compromises with sound.

The following advantages of the audio system can be noted:

• Autonomy;
• Waterproof IPX 7;
• Speakerphone;
• Chain textile surface;
• The ability to turn the column in the panibank.

The minuses were also found:

• Unpleasant sound when connected via Bluetooth;
• Risk of accidental inclusion;
• Overhairs hard stub on the bottom side of the housing.

Of course, in more expensive models you will find more functionality, but for your money JBL Charge 3 is almost perfect. If this is still not enough for you, read our.

On the russian market wireless Bluetooth Column JBL Charge 3 got into our hands, so we decided to find out whether it really is so good, as the manufacturer assures, because not only two lies inside it powerful speaker, but also accumulator batteryWith which you can recharge smartphones and tablets.

Portable speaker JBL Charge 3. Comes in extremely high quality cardboard packaging, on each side of which the main advantages of the wireless column are extremely colorfully decorated. Thanks to this bright packaging design, it is extremely difficult not to notice on store shelves.

On the back of the package briefly written the main features of the device: bluetooth support, 20 hours of autonomous operation, battery with 6000 mAh, built-in speakerphone, protection against water from the IPX7 standard. In addition, here you can find brief technical characteristics JBL Charge 3: Reproducible Range of Sounds and Total Power of two speakers.

Side parts of packaging are no less informative. On one of them, it is described about using the JBL Connect function, with which you can combine several wireless speakers of the company in one integer and listen to one musical composition at once on all columns.

Water protection according to IPX7 provides immersion under water to 1 meter depth of no more than 30 minutes. Thanks to this feature, the column can be easily used even under a torrential shower, without fearing for its damage.

A pleasant feature of JBL Charge 3 is a built-in rechargeable battery with 6000 mAh, with which you can charge smartphones and tablets. This definitely appreciate lovers to walk in small hiking, because now Power Bank. And the wireless bluetooth column is one whole.

Inside the package, everything is made no less colorful and stylish. So that the portable column is damaged during transportation, it protects the soft plastic below, and on top of solid foam. It's nice that Harman has taken care of the preservation of its new product, because, as a rule, manufacturers love to save literally on everything, and on the packages in the first place.

In an additional package, four accessories are hidden at once, two of which are the main: power adapter on a 2.3a and microUSB flat-shaped cable. If the second accessory does not stop in detail, then the first causes admiration. The fact is that the power adapter from JBL Charge 3 comes with a soldered American fork, but the package also includes adapters to Russian and English forks.

In order to turn the American fork to Russian or English, just to wear on the American special nozzle, after which the entire product will look stylish and fully function. It is not clear why other manufacturers electronic devices I have not thought yet, because it is really convenient, especially in traveling along different countries.

As for the quality of the manufacture of all accessories, everything is also at the highest level. Single orange color and extremely high-quality plastic. By the way, the plastic is matte, so it is not visible traces of fingers and minor scratches.

The package includes both instructions in several languages, but even without it to deal with wireless column JBL Charge 3 can even a child.

Of course, the most important product in the package is the portable column itself. For the first time taking her in hand, the weight, as well as the integrity of the whole design. At the same time, it is impossible not to evaluate the quality of the materials of execution, because it is thanks to them the first impression of the product.

The main part of the speaker, where the speakers are located, is made of a pleasant to the touch of a mesh tissue, and it smells like a new foreign car. From above there are six buttons, each of which is responsible for strictly reserved functions. In the quality of the material of their execution, rubberized plastic is used, which also does not collect fingerprints and does not attract dust to itself.

The first button is intended to activate Bluetooth, its long hold deactivates the current connection with any device and translates the column to the creation of a pair, accompanying this process with pleasant and loud sounds.

Buttons of reducing and increasing sound are responsible for strictly assigned duties. During testing, we noticed that in JBL Charge 3, they regulate the sound pretty slow. For example, in the iPhone 6S one pressing the sound enhancement button immediately increases the volume by 10%, and in a wireless column by 3-4%. Thus, the owner of a portable speaker system may find a more suitable volume of volume, but this feature has a reverse side. The fact is that to go from the minimum to maximum volume, you need to press the zoom button for at least 20 times, or to keep it about about 20-30 seconds. It is possible that this is a deal of habit, but JBL Charge 3 has such a feature and nothing can be done with it.

The extremely useful button turned out to be "play / pause". It is capable not only to temporarily put music by pause, but also to launch the next track. To do this, you need to press it twice, after which automatic reproduction of the next musical composition in the library of the connected device will begin.

The on / off button only responds for strictly reserved functions. When the column is turned off, just press it enough, after which it will instantly revive, or perform similar actions When it is turned on to turn it off. All this is accompanied by very unusual sound signal, reminiscent of the launch of a galactic engine in some star wars. When the column is enabled, this button is shone in blue, and during the "mating" with another device flashes.

To the right there was a place and day of the JBL Connect button, the activation of which translates the wireless column to the search mode of similar devices that support this connection mode. Combining two columns in one whole wireless way You can create a whole home cinema with a voluminous sound.

With the front of the wireless speaker there was a place for a metal plate of red with the image of the JBL logo.

From the reverse side there is a dense plastic plug, designed to protect the main connectors of the column from water from entering water. Right under it is located 3.5 mm audio, the microUSB connector to recharging the column and the usual USB connector designed to charge smartphones and tablets.

By the way, the 3.5 mm audio detection is intended solely for connecting to the column using the wire, without using bluetooth. If you insert headphones into it, then no effect will give it.

At the bottom of the JBL Charge 3 there is a small stand, made of rubberized plastic. Due to the use of this material, the column practically does not slide on any surface. In addition, there was a place for five LED indicators on the side of the stand, showing the current level of the battery remaining. The more they are glowing, the more electricity is in the column.

The side parts of the column are made of dense silicone. In the pictures it may seem that the JBL logo is simply located with each side of the sides, but it is only partly so. The fact is that it is under these logos that the subwoofers are hidden, let and small. Thanks to them, the column issues a more rich and volumetric sound.

The JBL CHARGE 3 wireless column is capable of playing the range of sounds from 65 Hz to 20 kHz. At the same time, the total sound power is 20 W. Sound quality is on very high level. It did not even need to use the equalizer for balancing, as low, medium and high frequencies are very well balanced. If you compare this wireless column with an expensive Beats Pill +, then the first one uniquely reproduces the music much more realistic.

The sound is very deep and detailed. Absolutely all musical instruments are heard, used in a particular track, ranging from the flute and ending with the electric guitar with drums. At the maximum possible volume there are no wheezing, hissing and other unpleasant effects pursuing most wireless and wired speakers. This acoustic system All 100% is played off its 20 W sound power.

With a Bluetooth connection, everything is also good. For more than 6 hours of use, there has not happened not a single random rupture of a compound or some kind of chica characteristic of many Bluetooth speakers and headphones. The JBL Charge 3 signal takes confidently 10-20 meters outdoors and 5-10 meters indoors. At the same time, if there is a signal, the column will reproduce it correctly, and not lose pieces with interrupts and stuttering.

During charging, the wireless column can be fully used. Moreover, even during the joining / disconnection of the recharge cable, the music is not put on a pause, but continues to play as if nothing has happened. This is another advantage of fresh novelties from JBL.

Conclusion

The JBL CHARGE 3 wireless column is uniquely a premium Hi-Fi product of sound playback. The hot novelty is characterized by extremely high-quality materials, protection against water, the ability to recharge smartphones and tablets, a stable connection, a rich package, gift wrapping, volume 20 W, stylish appearance And the excellent balance of sound, which will delight even Yarya Melomanov.

At the moment, the wireless column is sold in Russia at a price of 10,990 rubles in a gray color. In July, selling blue, red, turquoise and black models will begin. The device uniquely can be recommended to buy all fans of a saturated and high-quality sound.

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From all Linek portable acoustics JBL. The average buyer is likely to attract CHARGE. Against the background of the dubious advantages of the other series, like light summers or carbines, the trump card JBL Charge looks more practical - this is a large battery that can be used to charge other devices. Earlier this year, JBL introduced CHARGE 3 - the fourth model in the ruler. We will tell about it in more detail.

Specifications

• Wireless connection via Bluetooth 3.0 protocol with support for A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.5, HFP 1.6 and HSP 1.2 (up to three devices at the same time)
• Wired connection through the "minijack"
• Work in wireless headset mode
• Two large-band dynamics with a diameter of 50 mm, two passive emitters
• The stated speaker power: 10 W
• Signal / noise ratio:\u003e 80 dB
• The claimed frequency range: 65 Hz - 20 kHz
• Protection according to the IPX7 standard (immersion to a depth of 1 m for 30 minutes)
• Built-in battery (3.7 V, 6000 mA · h) with the possibility of charging external devices via USB connector (5 V, 2 A)
• Size: 213 × 87 × 88,5 mm
• Mass: 800 g

What's in the box?

Equipment for JBL Charge 3 is the same as in Charge 2 - a bright orange power supply (5 V; 2.3 A) with replaceable forks and a Micro-USB cable. Thanks to the protection of the IPX7 class, the need for a case completely disappeared

Design

Previous models JBL Charge had similarity with beer banks. Charge 3 looks like the younger modification of the "Barrel" JBL Xtreme.

In addition to the above color, the column is released in black, gray, red and blue. Although on the official site it is indicated that we got a modification of Teal, in fact the color exactly-in-point turquoise - Turquoise.

In the center of the column case, the JBL logo is highlighted, downstairs the five-perction indicator of charging, bright and very convenient. Even if you look at the top, you can understand the level of charge on the reflection from the table surface.

All buttons are removed upstairs and symmetrically arranged. From left to right: pairing via Bluetooth, volume decrease, inclusion, installation jBL connections Connect, increasing the volume and suspension of the track.

All connectors are tightly closed with a massive insulating plug. If she carefully use it, it is unlikely to begin to leak over time.

The set of connectors is the same as in JBL Charge 2 - output 3.5 mm TRS, Micro-USB for charging the speaker, USB port (5 V, 2 A) to charge other devices. Note that JBL will not slip on the weekend of amps in cHARGE speakersthat can not but rejoice

With the ends in the recesses, as before, passive radiators are placed. As far as we managed to consider, they can not miss the water.

For completeness, take a look at the column below. The base has a small area and embossed texture. Given the solid weight of the column, it is not worthwhile for stability.

In addition to the charge indicator, Charge 3 highlights the power button: blue when pairing via Bluetooth and just white in the on state. The JBL Connect button next is also lit white when working mode.

JBL Charge 3 design really managed. Beautiful symmetric case, interesting textile coating and no dubious design solutions like sensory buttons. It is not surprising that some other JBL speakers are very similar to this. The manufacturer will have to try to very much to in the following generations. portable speakers Do something even more interesting.

Measurements

We carried out measurements of the ACH acoustic system on the axis of the main speakers.

Almost all length, the schedule retains an acceptable deviation, going around without extensive failures and peaks. In the claimed frequency range Surprisingly coincides with the lower boundary - 65 Hz. But from the opposite side, the level is over -6 dB much earlier than the declared 20 kHz.

Now according to the method described in the JBL Charge 2 review, we estimate the sound pressure.

Acoustic system	Maximum sound pressure, dBA
JBL Charge 3.	87,0
Microlab D21.	69,7/74,0
Microlab D22 (up / on the microphone speakers)	70,9/76,3
Creative Sound Blaster Roar 2 (horizontal (with RoAR) / vertically (with RoAR))	78,4 (80,0) / 84,2 (85,9)
Microlab T5.	84,4
FUGOO TOUGH (Normal / Loud Mode)	75,7 / 78,9
BLISS SOUND BTA-8	71,3
Microlab MD112.	64,9
JBL Charge 2.	81,2
Creative Sound Blaster Roar (Roar Off / On)	79,1 / 80,4

The transition to 10-watt speakers did not leave our measuring microphone indifferent. The numbers show that even Sound Blaster Roar 2 with a reinforcing mode does not withstand competition. Standing, however, quite slightly.

Sound

From the time of JBL Charge 2, the sound became more balanced. It is noticeable if you pay attention to the place of vocal in the compositions: many other speakers it dominates, while JBL Charge 3 sounds in harmony with the rest of the ensemble. At the site of the accents of the barrels, the attack of strings, the ringing of Kowbollov. Prophured series Openness The sound did not go anywhere - it is not necessary to churl with the installation, the main speakers look strictly ahead.

We had the opportunity to reproduce with JBL Charge 3 different schemes Connections. First we connected the column through the cable with the output of the E-MU 0404 USB audio file, which played the FLAC song from the computer. Then we connected the column via Bluetooth to Huawei Nova Plus and passed on acoustics the same tracks from the Deezer streaming service in the so-called "high" quality whose characteristics are not specified.

According to the results of the comparison, the conclusion is: it is not necessary to hide from portable audio systems, which "only home video from VKontakte voiced." For different connection The sound differed dramatically. With a bluetooth connection, the tower strokes almost disappeared, the vocal parties began to confidently join the rest of the "porridge". With a better path of business, there were much better. If JBL Charge 3 form factor systems fit perfectly into close concrete boxes, then why not try to use them in stationary scenarios? Perhaps you will be enough and this, and you can use the saved space with more benefits.

JBL CHARGE 3 implements JBL Connect mode, with which you can synchronize several JBL columns. Works all the same as we described in the JBL Pulse 2 review - through the JBL Connect application. In addition, JBL Charge 3 can work as wireless headsetAnd in the implementation of this regime there is nothing unusual.

Autonomous work

As usual, we measured the battery life when connected via Bluetooth. 40 minutes before the marked term of JBL Charge 3 turned off. Apparently, in an attempt to keep the balance residues. But the disco should continue, and we squeezed from the column something else.

Acoustic system	Approximate volume	Duration of autonomous work	Charging time by regular means
JBL Charge 3.	average	13 h 50 min	3 h 30 min
JBL Charge 2.	average	about 18 ch	about 2 C.
Microlab D21.	50%	15 h 30 min	4 h 50 min
Microlab D22.	50%	7 h 10 min	4 ch
Creative Sound Blaster Roar 2	80%	5 h 40 min	about 2.5 C.
Creative Sound Blaster Roar	average	7 h 40 min	about 2 h 20 min
Microlab T5.	average	5 h 30 min	6-8 hours
Pioneer Freeme XW-LF1	average	about 12 hours 20 min	just over 2 hours
Denon Envaya.	average	about 10 ch	2 h 30 min
Luxa2 Groovyw.	average	about 12 hours 20 min	just over 2 hours

Compared to the second version, the battery life has decreased, and the charging time has grown. It's nice that the device does not interrupt music messages about a low battery level, but only flashes the red charge indicator.

conclusions

JBL continues to confidently lead a series of Charge to perfection. It is commendable that the priority remains the quality of sound and design. A bright distinctive feature of Charge 3 is the high class of protection against moisture. By the amount of all the advantages we get universal portable device: in the summer it is ready for adventure on the beach, and in winter - to parties in large living rooms.

At the time of writing, JBL Charge 3 is 2-3 thousand more expensive than JBL Charge 2+. Additional costs here will be fully justified: Charge 3 looks better in everything, except the battery life.

Feel complete freedom of movement with a JBL Charge 3 wireless column! Take it with you: Thanks to small sizes, it will not take much space. The device has clean batterythat will allow a long time to enjoy your favorite music. The impeccable clarity of sound and saturated bass will appreciate even the most demanding music lovers. Order original acoustics in our online store at an affordable price.

Convenient features and features

Even if you get under the rain or randomly drop portable column In the water, nothing will happen to her because it has IPX7 protection. This makes JBL Charge 3 Black Excellent companion on travel. Using the JBL Connect connection system, you can connect additional devices. At the same time you will not be confused in the wires, since bluetooth technology It makes it possible to unhindered to transfer music from a smartphone to acoustics. Listening to your favorite compositions, you can evaluate the clarity of the sound and distinguish each note. An acoustic system can work up to 15 hours, and if necessary, you can recharge your smartphone from it. It also allows you to receive calls using an additional built-in microphone, which has noise suppression function.

Our offer

Our store is the official dealer of the JBL brand, so we can buy the model Charge 3 (original) inexpensively. For your convenience, we organized the delivery of goods in Moscow and to other regions. The site indicates how much the column is worth, and its technical characteristics are presented, but if you have questions, call us. We are always happy to help.