When it comes to Bluetooth speakers, small size usually means small sound unless it’s the JBL Clip 5, which produces surprisingly powerful audio.
The JBL Clip 5 speaker produces a lot of sound for such a small device.
Ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the JBL Clip 5 has been discounted by about $30, going from $80 to $50 on Amazon. This price drop affects all the different colorways, from the simple Black to the more elaborate Squad green.
I’ve tested a lot of Bluetooth speakers over the years. For the most part, I find their midrange sound to be lacking, but it’s primarily because of the nature of Bluetooth.
Sure, you can find speakers that produce well-defined, dynamic sound with a decent sound stage, clear lows, clean mids, and crisp highs. But the majority of Bluetooth speakers live in the middle ground, where audio quality often takes a back seat to features and decibels.
As far as dB is concerned, Bluetooth speakers tend to generate a level of sound that directly correlates to their size. After all, small drivers can’t usually deliver big sound. Unless, of course, we’re talking about the JBL Clip 5. This Bluetooth speaker that is no bigger than your palm can pump out some serious decibels — and without much distortion.
ZDNET Recommends The JBL Clip 5 Bluetooth speaker
The JBL Clip 5 is a great Bluetooth speaker for surprisingly loud and powerful audio in a portable package.
I really appreciate the JBL sound. I’ve tested quite a few of their products recently, including the JBL Bar 1000 soundbar, which offers a wonderful home theater experience and an unmatched clarity of sound.
