Digitech 2-in-1 Waterproof 360° Speaker with Bluetooth Technology XC5242

Good Quality portable Bluetooth speakers – Wanted Bluetooth speakers to sit next to swimming pool to transmit TV sound from a TV a few metres away from the pool. The Digitech 360-degree speaker fits the bill very nicely. There are 2 speakers to this set, twisted together as one and contained in a neat silicon cover – you can use it as one unit or two separate speakers to get true left /… Read more

right stereo sound – simply remove the 2 speakers (they are twist locked together) and space them apart or as we do, put them on each side of the pool near where we are swimming to get a very clear and close TV sound next to the pool.

The speakers could be used in any outdoor application – beach, boat, camping etc., etc. The speakers are rated as waterproof (IPX67) and manufacturer says they can be submerged up to 1 metre depth in water – they are obviously not underwater speakers but splashes of water from a pool, rain or the beach are not going to damage them.

The sound output is not going to run a party or disco, but for easy listening by the pool (they handle the TV sound very clearly with enough volume) and close by listening of your music from media device, phone etc. they are very good and the sound is good without being over the top. The speakers are well made, well designed and put together. There is an acceptable level of bass which is good for a unit at this price point.

Some of the features: • IPx67 waterproof • True wireless stereo • Rechargeable 3.7v 1500ma battery in each speaker (comes with dual output micro usb cable to change both speakers at the same time from one charger) – 3 to 4 hours charge time • Run time up to 15 hours (depends on volume so could range from min 3hr – 15 hrs) • Can be used for hands free calls through phone • Output power is 15w RMS (2 x 7.5w) which is quite respectable for this sized and priced unit • Bluetooth 4.2 + EDR (Extended Data Rate – 3 time faster than std Bluetooth) – transmits up to 10m • Basic dimension – 210mm long x 81mm diameter, 750 grams weight • 2 speakers twist locked together and covered by removable silicon case Pros: • Good, clear sound output • Lightweight but well built – robust • Waterproof • Very easy to connect and operate – not complicated at all • Good value – good unit at this price Cons: • Would have liked to see a battery indicator on the unit (probably would add to the cost though) – not a deal breaker but would be nice to have • Would have liked more bass, but that’s probably personal preference