The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
SoundScene 20w portable speaker sounds, looks amazing
I get my hands and ears on an endless number of portable sound systems. Some look better than they sound and others sound better than they look.
With the SoundScene 20w portable speaker from Bayan Audio, I’m at a loss to decide which it is since it looks great and sounds flat out amazing.
The crystal-clear sounding portable Bluetooth speakers have lots of bass and an IPX5 weatherproof design with silicone rubber caps. The multi-use speaker makes a great addition to any backyard or living room — or use it in both simultaneously.
They are powered by an internal USB rechargeable battery for up to eight hours or use the included AC adapter. You can control the volume on each speaker individually.
The speakers can easily be built into a system without needing any hardware. Inside is a radio frequency that links up to eight speakers with the press of a button.
This gives you a great choice for positing the speakers, which can be as far as 100 feet from the main transmitting speaker. I didn’t have them that far apart but no matter where they were, inside or outside, the sound was great.
The sound is delivered in a 270-degree range from the contemporarylooking silver/gray speaker. There’s also a 3.5 mm auxiliary port for a direct connection.
Details: www.bayan audiousa.com, $199 per speaker
Inside is a 2800mAh battery for up to 15 hours of portable power, which doubles as a portable battery to charge a smartphone, tablet or most any other portable electronic gadget.
Other features include an LED pad, which can be used as a mini lantern and there’s a Qi-compatible wireless charging pad.
Other accessories such as a solar charging panel compatible and GoPro action mounts can be purchased separately.
Details: www.Braven.com, $149.99
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