Amazon Basics Portable Wireless, 2.1 Bluetooth Speaker, Black
Brand | Amazon Basics |
Speaker Type | Outdoor |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Auxiliary |
Special Feature | built-in microphone |
Recommended Uses For Product | Volume |
About this item
- Portable Bluetooth speaker with 33-foot wireless range for streaming music, podcasts, and more from your compatible Bluetooth-enabled device
- 2 internal full range 2.5-watt speakers for high-quality sound; provides rich bass without distortion, even at highest volume
- 3.5mm aux in jack for connecting non-Bluetooth audio devices (AUX cable not included)
- Rechargeable battery allows for up to 8 hours of playtime on a full charge; small and lightweight for take-anywhere convenience
- Built-in microphone for hands-free speakerphone calling; choice of stylish colors
- Speaker Dimensions: 6.3 x 1.5 x 2.6 inches
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Portability | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Battery life | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Bluetooth connectivity | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Sound quality | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Water resistance | — | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.6 | — |
Sold By | — | USAWJKJ | BolaButty Audio Direct | AnkerDirect | Cambridge Soundworks | Thousandshores Inc |
speaker size | 3.5 millimeters | 6.69 inches | — | 1.5 inches | 5 inches | — |
power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
connectivity tech | Auxiliary, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Wireless, Auxiliary, TF Card | Bluetooth, Auxiliary, USB | wireless, wired | Wireless | Wireless |
speaker type | Outdoor | Waterproof, Outdoor, Wireless, Bluetooth, Portable, Home, Car, Party, Game, Gifts | Portable, Outdoor | Outdoor | Outdoor | Outdoor |
mounting type | Tabletop | Freestanding | Table Top | Tabletop | Freestanding | Freestanding |
weight | 0.5 pounds | 0.52 kilograms | 1.34 pounds | 0.82 pounds | 9.4 ounces | 0.84 pounds |
From the manufacturer
Speaker & Cable Bundle
2-piece bundle that includes a wireless 2.1 Bluetooth speaker and 3.5mm male-to-male stereo audio Aux cable.
33-Foot Wireless Range
Portable Bluetooth speaker with 33-foot wireless range and 2 internal 2.5-watt speakers for streaming music, podcasts, and more from your device.
Connect a Variety of Devices
Included cable connects your smartphone, MP3 player, or tablet to a car stereo or portable speakers. Works with any 3.5mm audio jack or AUX-in port.
3.5mm Jack & Cable
3.5mm aux-in jack for connecting non-Bluetooth audio devices and male-to-male stereo audio cable for transmitting audio in stereo format.
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Product Dimensions | 6.3 x 1.5 x 2.6 inches |
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Item Weight | 8 ounces |
ASIN | B01GF5ACUG |
Item model number | BSK30BK |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #8,971 in Our Brands (See Top 100 in Our Brands) #3,151 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers #15,566 in MP3 & MP4 Player Accessories |
Date First Available | September 9, 2016 |
Manufacturer | Amazon Basics |
Speakers Maximum Output Power | 2.5 Watts |
Item Weight | 8 ounces |
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Amazon Basics Portable Wireless, 2.1 Bluetooth Speaker, Black
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Customers like the sound quality, value, performance, and battery life of the speakers. For example, they mention that it has superior clarity, enhanced heavy bass, and works well via a bluetooth signal. Some are happy with ease of use, and size. That said, opinions are mixed on quality and connectivity.
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Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. They say it has good sound, has great volume, and has superior clarity. Some say it's a decent sounding portable Bluetooth speaker for non-serious uses. The music plays with excellent quality. Some customers mention that it'll get small amounts of distortion at higher volumes. Overall, most are happy with the sound performance of the product.
"...At the price it will meet your needs as an outdoor, fun speaker letting you play music over bluetooth on a day outside...." Read more
"...I'm also quite surprised at the sound. It's fairly clear; I got a small amount of distortion at higher volumes, but nothing objectionable, and the..." Read more
"...Solid battery life and good sound." Read more
"Terrific sound from such a small device...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the Bluetooth speaker. They say it's a great little speaker for the price, and sounds like a $20 speaker. Customers also mention that it came fast and is a good buy.
"...black one was slightly less expensive, but it's definitely worth the current price.)...." Read more
"...This is not an expensive device. But is it worth the price?Design - The design is simple and basic...." Read more
"Is affordable and years later still works great. Solid battery life and good sound." Read more
"...Overall, this is a great product and a really good deal!!" Read more
Customers like the performance of the speakers. They mention that it works well, has clear sound, and is easy to connect. Some say that the speaker is louder and works well via a bluetooth signal. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and recommend it to others.
"This little speaker is fantastic and absolutely perfect for my needs...." Read more
"...connected easily, full stereo sound, compact & lightweight, phone functionality, full controls. The battery would no longer take a charge...." Read more
"Is affordable and years later still works great. Solid battery life and good sound." Read more
"...For my audiobook purpose, it does a good job, except for three issues...." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the speakers. They say it has a long battery life and is very portable. Some say the speaker has lasted through the summer with no issues. The bluetooth connectivity is good, and it takes a charge.
"...Battery life and bluetooth connectivity - The bluetooth connectivity is good. I have been able to connect this to a number of devices with ease...." Read more
"Nearly 2 years of nearly daily use and still going strong. Unfazed by light water splatter from sitting beside the bathroom sink...." Read more
"Is affordable and years later still works great. Solid battery life and good sound." Read more
"...issue is that the blue LED light in the front, under the grill, never shuts off...." Read more
Customers find the speakers easy to use. They mention that it plays clearly, connects to Bluetooth, and operate. The manual is easy to read, and the setup is simple. The speaker pairs easily, and connects quickly to their phone. Customers also appreciate the simple ergonomics and the easy on/off button.
"...It was brilliant, connected easily, full stereo sound, compact & lightweight, phone functionality, full controls...." Read more
"...The design is very ergonomic. The speakers are small and light so that it doesn't take up a lot of space if you want to put it in a bag...." Read more
"...First the good:- affordable- easy to pair- great sound (don't compare it to expensive speakers - not a fair comparison)...." Read more
"...Outstanding, simple ergonomics (no more fumbling in the dark to push right button).The really "amazing" feature is battery life...." Read more
Customers are impressed with the small size of the speakers. They say it takes up no space, is compact, and lightweight. Customers also mention that it works great for a 200 sqft office space.
"...It's not a big device and would fit easily in a bag or even a coat pocket.Sound quality - This is not an expensive hi-fidelity speaker...." Read more
"...It was brilliant, connected easily, full stereo sound, compact & lightweight, phone functionality, full controls...." Read more
"...The design is very ergonomic. The speakers are small and light so that it doesn't take up a lot of space if you want to put it in a bag...." Read more
"...It's small and doesn't take up a lot of space on my desk...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the speakers. Some mention that it's okay quality, while others say that it starts to break up a little more than 8-10 feet away. Some say that the fidelity is solid, while still others say the speaker sometimes cuts out.
"...I also Must give a Shout-Out to its ability to Take a BEATING: over the 11 months since I bought it, in almost daily use in "Real Life" conditions,..." Read more
"...Outstanding, simple ergonomics (no more fumbling in the dark to push right button).The really "amazing" feature is battery life...." Read more
"...as well as the switch on the back....but no way to skip tracks. That lost a star for me...." Read more
"...has excellent quality as well. I am unsure of the battery life for the speaker as I have the back plugged into..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the speakers. Some mention that the bluetooth connectivity is good, it connects very quickly, and doesn't drop the signal. They say they can connect with both Bluetooth and an aux cable and use it to make calls via Bluetooth due to the integrated microphone. However, others say that they have trouble reconnecting to it with bluetooth, the connectivity is very poor, and it has odd issues with re-establishing a connection.
"...The only things that have really been effected is the bluetooth connectivity...." Read more
"...drawbacks, (which are small in my opinion): sometimes it does disconnect from my phone, but usually when I’ve walked out of range..." Read more
"...Battery life and bluetooth connectivity - The bluetooth connectivity is good. I have been able to connect this to a number of devices with ease...." Read more
"...The Bluetooth connectivity is funcky...." Read more
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When I first opened the box, I was a bit disappointed because it is so small, but this speaker far exceeded my expectations. I have a tin ear and don't care about (or really understand) bass and woofers and whatnot. I just want to hear my music selections while I'm cooking. I don't need it to be entertainment/party quality, I just wanted something to chop onions, sip wine, and putter to. And this fits the bill perfectly.
After charging it up and then turning it on, the speaker paired effortlessly with Amazon Echo's Dot. I'm not actually sure how it even did it since all I had to do was select the correct blue tooth device in my Alexa app. Voila! Instant sound in my kitchen (I keep the Dot in the living area where we are most of the time, and I put the speaker on a little shelf I have in the kitchen).
I love that I can turn off the speaker and Alexa hops out of the speaker and repopulates her hockey puck. The speaker is portable within 30ish feet of the Echo product to which it's paired, so you can move it around within that range. You can also just turn it off and use the Dot normally.
Other reviewers have noted that the speaker makes Alexa too loud in certain conditions, such as playing Sleep Sounds, but it seems that you can modify this a bit by using both Alexa's voice commands and the speaker's volume controls. For example, if you tell Alexa, "Alexa volume 5" and the speaker is set to its highest setting, it will be loud. If you set the speaker to a lower volume and tell Alexa "Alexa volume 5," it will play less loudly. Set it to volume 1, and it will be quiet. As I said, I don't have this in my bedroom, so I am not sure that it will ever be quiet enough, but if it's too loud, just turn it off and use the Dot speaker.
Anyway, I love this item, and I think that it's a great buy at $20 (when I got it, the black one was slightly less expensive, but it's definitely worth the current price.). If you're looking for an amazing, immersive sound with blah blah woofer blah blah bass, this is not your speaker (or your price range), but if you just want the Alexa Dot to be louder in certain instances, it's fantastic. I love it and would definitely buy it again.
Design - The design is simple and basic. It's a black box with some small speakers in the the front, four, clearly marked buttons on the top and a small panel in the back with an on/off switch, a 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB port. It's not a big device and would fit easily in a bag or even a coat pocket.
Sound quality - This is not an expensive hi-fidelity speaker. Remember the price. The sound quality is good enough for a device of this size and the volume is pretty good. Think of this as your "beater" speaker for outdoor fun and it will meet your needs pretty well.
Battery life and bluetooth connectivity - The bluetooth connectivity is good. I have been able to connect this to a number of devices with ease. It takes a few seconds to connect but then the connection is robust and seems to have good range. The battery life is good for a few hours and if it's fully charged will last a decent while on a beach (depending upon the volume). The device charges over a couple of hours and holds charge well.
Conclusions - This is not a $300 - $400 speaker. At the price it will meet your needs as an outdoor, fun speaker letting you play music over bluetooth on a day outside. The sound quality and battery life are good enough and I can highly recommend it.
Update: After a year-and-a-half, I’m still using this almost every day, sometimes all day on the weekends. Battery still charges ok. Power switch is getting a bit worn but still works. I’d be crushed if mine were lost or broken and it wasn’t available for sale anymore.
I had been looking for another BT speaker to replace one I bought at Rat Shack several years ago. It was brilliant, connected easily, full stereo sound, compact & lightweight, phone functionality, full controls. The battery would no longer take a charge. I took it apart thinking I would replace the battery, but then I got lazy.
Then Prime Day came, and I saw this for about the same money as a new battery. It had good reviews, so I went with it. I got the used one for a few dollars less, but I see no discernible difference versus a new one. Even though it was listed as a Prime item, I selected regular shipping as I was going out of town for a few days; I got a $1 credit toward digital purchases. (Which I'll probably never use.) Came in about a week later.
I wasn't prepared for small it was. And very lightweight. Like I could almost carry it around in my pocket, or easily in my backpack for my next trip (which in fact I did). It took a little while for the device and my phone to recognize each other, but once they did, they're practically inseparable. I'm also quite surprised at the sound. It's fairly clear; I got a small amount of distortion at higher volumes, but nothing objectionable, and the bass response isn't booming, but it's not bad. It does vibrate in my hand (no I haven't tried it down my pants). "Smoke On The Water" sounds decent. But there might be something to be said for whatever song or music app I'm using (which is, uh...Amazon Music, actually...). Good stereo separation (try Ozzy's "Crazy Train" and you'll hear it at the beginning).
The manual is thick, but only has a few short pages of instructions in about every United Nations-recognized language. So not very informative.
I never used my old BT speaker very often, and the same might become true for this speaker. But I decided to use it today just around the house, and that's when I noticed it. There's no forward or backward buttons. There's a volume up and volume down button, and two different buttons that appear to do the same thing (connect / disconnect BT) as well as the switch on the back....but no way to skip tracks. That lost a star for me.
Seriously? I get that one would use this with a phone, and that one can use the phone to skip tracks. But dammit, if I can make calls with it and if it gives me three different options for controlling calls, why can't I control how the music plays? I can do this with my cheap corded earbuds, why not with this?
I'd gladly have paid a few dollars more for this feature. I'd gladly have given up phone features or one of the three ways to turn off Bluetooth in order to have this feature. But no. Maybe Amazon has a software update that can be loaded through the micro-USB port?
Update: Took it to Germany with me last week, fit nicely in my carry-on backpack. It was very useful and convenient in our work area for two full days to stream music from our phones to help pass the time. Lack of skip controls wasn't really an issue, not sure it was even noticed. I have now taken to using it in the morning to listen to podcasts while I shower (on the counter, not IN the shower), where for years I had been using an iPod dock. Just in time as my trusty iPod no longer keeps a charge.
Also you should know that, at least when connected to my iPhone 6s, it does NOT override the volume control on the phone in the same way that connecting to a car's Bluetooth system would. So the volume controls on this speaker and on the phone continue to work totally independently. So it's still a bit of a balancing act.
Update: I got curious today; it's really hard to see through the speakers even with a flashlight, but I verified there are two speakers, AND what I can only assume is a an oval-shaped bass port in the center. And actually the bass response is more than adequate. And I still use it almost daily.
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Je ne regrette pas du tout.
Vi este altavoz de oferta (menos de 15€) y no dudé en probarlo personalmente para verificar si le serviría, y vaya si sirvió.
Gracias a sus tres altavoces (supongo, por mis pruebas) permite una calidad de sonido muy buena.
¿Por ese precio tres altavoces, el central haciendo función de subwoffer? Pues sí, ¡y con una grandísima calidad!
Sinceramente, en cuanto lo probé me quedé impresionado, los graves suenan con una calidad muy buena y con unos máximos y mínimos de intensidad muy buenos, tanto por amplitud como que al subir mucho de volumen no pierden en exceso de calidad sonora.
En resumen, si buscas un buen altavoz portátil, esta es una gran elección.