Bose SoundLink Max Bluetooth Speaker - Portable Wireless Party Speaker, IP67 Waterproof, Rope Handle, Up to 20 Hours of Playtime, USB-C, Built-in 3.5mm AUX Input, Black
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- DEEP BASS, BIG SOUND: Whether you're the crew's go-to DJ or a music lover with the best playlists, the Bose SoundLink Max Bluetooth Speaker delivers deep, rich bass for a sound that will truly wow the party
- VIBE WHEREVER YOU GO: Easily bring your Bose portable speaker to any hangout, the soft removable climbing rope handle makes it easy to pick up the party speaker so the music travels wherever you go
- WATERPROOF AND DUSTPROOF: Worry less about accidental drops or getting caught in the rain, this dustproof and waterproof speaker is IP67 rated and is also shock and rust resistant
- 20 HOURS OF BATTERY LIFE*: This large portable speaker gives you up to 20 hours of battery life*, so you can listen to your favorite tunes all day and night so the party never stops. USB-C cable included
- POWER UP WHILE LISTENING: The USB-C port on the back lets you charge any device using the speakers built-in battery which means if the SoundLink Max Bluetooth Speaker has power, so does your device
- BUILT-IN AUX: The Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker features a built in 3.5mm AUX input so you can easily play tunes from your turntable, CD, or MP3 player with a wired connection
- PERSONALIZE HOW YOU LISTEN: Using the Bose app, easily control EQ settings like bass, mid-range, and treble levels to perfectly customize the sound or use the app to check battery life and manage connected devices
Description
Bose SoundLink Max Bluetooth Portable Speaker combines big-speaker energy, grab-and-go convenience, and lasting power so you can turn up the vibe all day and night. Whether you’re the go-to DJ or a music lover with the best playlists, the Bose SoundLink Max Party Speaker is the ultimate party starter. With up to 20 hours of battery life, this big Bluetooth speaker lets you listen even longer. It’s perfect for a poolside, beach, or rooftop hang since it doubles as an IP67 rated waterproof Bluetooth speaker and is dust-proof. Plus, the removable rope handle strap is super convenient for bringing the Bluetooth boombox anywhere. An optional shoulder rope carrying strap (sold separately) lets you carry the bluetooth speaker around while keeping your hands free. The USB-C port on the back of the large portable speaker lets you charge straight from the speaker’s built-in battery. This Bose portable speaker also includes an AUX input so you can connect any 3.5mm wired device to let the good tunes roll on. Stay connected with the Bose app to take full control of your Bluetooth speaker and adjust features like bass, mid-range, and treble levels, or use the app to check the speaker battery life or manage connected devices. Take the party to the max with the Bose SoundLink Max Bluetooth Speaker. Using Bluetooth A2DP audio at 65% volume and between 68° F – 77° F (20° C – 25° C), with default EQ using a mix of Top 50 Global tracks as of October 2023 and no charging of external devices. Battery performance varies with individual user conditions such as audio content, loudness, and environmental temperature.
Brand: Bose
Connectivity Technology: Bluetooth
Audio Output Mode: Stereo
Mounting Type: No Mount
Material: Plastic
Audio Output Mode: Stereo
Mounting Type: No Mount
Enclosure Material: Plastic
Speaker Type: Outdoor
Additional Features: Portable
Antenna Location: For Smartphones or Tablets
Color: Black
Is Waterproof: True
Warranty Type: manufacturer
Maximum Range: 30 Feet
Control Method: App
Speaker Size: 3.5 Millimeters
Woofer Diameter: 2.5 Inches
Tweeter Diameter: 0.79 Inches
Water Resistance Level: Waterproof
Bluetooth Range: 30 Feet
Specific Uses For Product: outdoor parties, picnics, beach outings, camping trips
MP3 player: No
Battery Average Life: 20 Hours
Controller Type: Button
Compatible Devices: Smartphone, Tablet
Power Source: Battery Powered
Number of Batteries: 1 Lithium Ion batteries required.
Audio Driver Type: Dynamic Driver
Number Of Circuits: 2
Brand: Bose
Model Number: 883848-0100
Model Name: Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker, Black
Built-In Media: Bose SoundLink Max Portable, Safety Instructions, Speaker, US Wall wart Power Supply, USB-C to USB-C cable
Warranty Description: 1 year manufacturer
Number of Items: 1
UPC: 017817848817
Manufacturer: Bose
Age Range Description: Adult
Number of Audio Channels: 2.0
Unit Count: 1.0 Count
Item Dimensions D x W x H: 4.13"D x 10.41"W x 6.38"H
Item Weight: 4.89 Pounds
Connectivity Technology: Bluetooth
Wireless Technology: Bluetooth
Subwoofer Connectivity Technology: Wireless
Connectivity Protocol: Bluetooth
Battery Charge Time: 5 Hours
Battery Capacity: 4600 Milliamp Hours
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Note to Bose, you should disregard the power down parameter if the speaker is plugged in. I consider not doing so a major engineering defect on your part especially as it could lead to battery problems. NOTE: Keep in mind Listening at high volumes or with very heavy bass will eventually cause the unit to shut down, even while plugged in. Also, under those conditions, the discharge time on full batteries without being plugged in is only three hours. To completely recharge the batteries after a shutdown will take about 5 hours. Recharge time from shutdown can take far longer if you try to turn it on again after a shutdown. * Personalizing The Sound: First, be aware that we all have different preferences in how music sounds, but here is what I did. I am using Equalizer APO on windows, but there are several similar apps for Android phones - Wavelet, Poweramp Equalizer, Echo Equalizer). For Mac users, you can achieve these same results using SoundSource (with an AU plugin) or the 'Expert' mode in eqMac. Unfortunately, iPhone users will have to buy and setup a dongle (an external Bluetooth transmitter with built-in DSP). to apply equalization parameters and transmit the sound via bluetooth. - Equalization Suggestions: The Bose Digital Signal Processor (DSP) is always active. It generally acts like the loudness contour in older amplifiers. It greatly increases the bass at low volumes and reduces the bass amplification as volume increases. It is also intended to produce the "Bose Sound" that is "full, meaning exagerated lows and highs." The response curves and filter/equalization settings below assume moderate volume. They work against the built in DSP settings to extend the frequency range where the response is considered "flat," that is, the range in which the volume stays between + or - 3dB. That is the normal standard for top grade amplifiers and speakers to ensure that you hear the music as intended by the artists who produced it. The following is the list of frequency and power level, in dB that I'm using to correct the factory tuning and achieve a more balanced, high-fidelity sound. I found the following frequency adjustments to be effective. These values help neutralize the sharp spikes and restore the midrange that is missing out of the box. NOTE: These values assume the default Bose equalization has not been changed. If you have altered them and don’t remember what they were, you can do a full reset on the speaker to put it back into factory configuration. This requires a very long simultaneous press of the volume up and volume down buttons. The Bose will eventually respond with a burp. - Equalization Suggestions: Preamp: -3.0 dB For Copy/Paste (Equalizer APO,) copy the following line exactly as written into your config file: GraphicEQ: 100 -2; 250 -3; 630 2; 1000 3.5; 1600 2.5; 4000 -3; 6300 -6; 10000 -4; 16000 -2 For Manual Entry (Mobile Apps & Screen Readers): 100 -2 250 -3 630 2 1000 3.5 1600 2.5 4000 -3 6300 -6 10000 -4 16000 -2 - Alternative Approach - Filters If the program you choose for the frequency corrections has the capability of specifying filter points, a more surgical approach, you might consider these filter specifications: Filter Set 1: Preamp: -3.0 dB Filter 1: ON PK Fc 100 Hz Gain -1.5 dB Q 1.0 Filter 2: ON PK Fc 250 Hz Gain -2.5 dB Q 1.5 Filter 3: ON PK Fc 1000 Hz Gain 2.0 dB Q 1.0 Filter 4: ON PK Fc 2500 Hz Gain 1.5 dB Q 2.0 Filter 5: ON PK Fc 4500 Hz Gain -1.5 dB Q 2.0 Filter 6: ON PK Fc 6300 Hz Gain -5.0 dB Q 3.0 Filter 7: ON HS Fc 10000 Hz Gain -1.0 dB -Alternative Filter Set: Filter set 2 In the following, the lines with the # sign are comments. 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