JBL Flip 6 Review: A worthy update

The JBL brand is known for its tough Bluetooth speakers that are easy to hike or ride to a pool party, and the JBL Flip 6 seems ready to carry on that legacy. It still looks like the JBL Flip 5 at the end of the day, with the same solid build and sound profile, with some cosmetic changes, and a visually enhanced audio configuration. But is the Flip 6 a worthy upgrade to a Tri-End True Workhorse?

This is what many other JBL Bluetooth speakers look like before the JBL Flip 6 and for good reason: it works. A cylinder with a passive base radiator at each end holds the driver and twitter in the middle and creates a stiff, stiff tube. It survives falling on the sidewalk and the boundary of a travel bag. For this iteration, the Flip 6 got a larger and more minimal “JBL” logo, which is easier to scratch than the Flip 5’s smaller badge. Knitpix on the one hand, overall you get the same durable build and form factor as before.

Upgrades to Flip 6 IPX7 rating The Flip 5 has a full IP67, which means it’s now water- and dust-resistant. The speaker will survive an immersion in the salt water on the beach, and the sand will not even go behind the grill or shaft drivers. The plastic bumper allows the speaker to bounce a bit instead of reading flat. This is good for dental resistance, but it also means that these spots quickly collect scars and marks. The backlit Bluetooth and power buttons have a carrying loop tied to them. There is no built-in clip in the loop. However, if it is worn out or broken, you can remove it and replace it yourself. USB-C charging port is also here.

Carrying a 544g Flip 6 doesn’t feel too heavy when traveling around town. It doesn’t pull me down when my bag or my jacket is attached. However, if you go for steep climbs on difficult mountains, it can add a little more weight than you. The shape can be awkward even if you hold tight places. Also, the speaker twists and bounces around its carrying strap.

The control buttons are just above the logo. Although they are not backlit, they are clearly shaped so that you can press them without looking down. Buttons let you play and pause content, adjust volume, skip tracks, and activate PartyBoost. All of these can come in handy at parties or while hiking.

Using Flip 6 JBL Portable App, Previously “JBL Connect” to provide firmware updates and access to a user guide. Also, you can toggle the response tones produced by the speaker here. Inside the app, you can enable PartyBoost and stereo playback instead of using dedicated buttons. Note that the stereo only works with two JBL speakers of the same generation. My JBL Flip 5 pairs with Flip 6 for Party Boost, but can’t do two stereo playbacks. Perhaps the most notable feature of the app is a basic one EqualizerWhich allows you to adjust the upper, middle and lower.

Other than that, there’s not much going on in the app, but it could be a good thing. You probably don’t have to wander into obscure settings to get everything you want.

Which Bluetooth codec does JBL Flip 6 support?

JBL Flip 6 uses Bluetooth 5.1 and only supports SBC Bluetooth codecs. Bluetooth 5.1 also theoretically gives the speaker an indoor range of 40 meters, but it is under ideal conditions. Unlike the JBL Flip 5, this speaker does not have an Ox port Bluetooth codec error.

How long does the battery last in JBL Flip 6?

JBL claims that the Flip 6 can last up to 12 hours on a fully charged battery. You will find USB-A charging cable from a USB-C in the box, but no power adapter Our standard battery test uses continuous playing music with a maximum output level of 75dB (SPL) measured one meter from the front of the speaker. The JBL Flip 6 lasted nine hours and 25 minutes, which is less than JBL claims. That’s enough for a party or day hike on the beach, but you’ll need to take it home to recharge or bring a battery pack for something else.

JBL’s Bluetooth speakers have a fixed Frequency response, Or “Signature Sound,” and that’s true for Flip 6. The Flip 5 boosts the base more than the Flip 4, and the Flip 6 seems to have that trajectory. Unlike any other Bluetooth speaker, it does not target audiofiles which compels them to listen to every detail of their music. If you remember that Flip 6 is for outdoor and party use, you will probably get a lot of pleasure from it.

Low, middle and high

Likes party jams Rent Big Fridia is playing great through the JBL Flip 6. It keeps Big Frieder’s voice clean as well as pumps up New Orleans’ hit low notes. Much like the Flip 5, the JBL Flip 6 doesn’t reproduce high-pitched sounds with much clarity, however মূলত basically don’t expect the club to sound as beautiful as blending in with acoustic music.

JBL Claim It added a “new audio configuration” to the Flip 6 and promised detailed bus, mids and heights. However, the Flip 6 must sound like the Flip 5 Our speaker testing setup is currently undergoing an upgrade, so we’ll update this section once we have our complete test data.

Can you use JBL Flip 6 for phone calls?

The JBL Flip 6 does not have a built-in microphone. In fact, no JBL flip speaker has this feature since Flip 4.

JBL Flip 6 Review: Judgment

If you want a solid and reliable party or adventure speaker, the JBL Flip 6 is a great option. Advanced water and dust resistance courtesy of its IP67 rating is certainly welcome, and this Bluetooth speaker does not leave out anything that made the Flip 5 a success. While the Flip 6 isn’t perfect: we’d like JBL to revive the Flip 4’s Ox input, but fewer and fewer Bluetooth speakers seem to carry this feature.

What should you get instead of JBL Flip 6?

Listeners who want louder sound from portable speakers have their JBL Charge 5 (149.95) With it, you get more features as it can charge your portable devices and its battery lasts up to 20 hours. You won’t get an Ox port here, but you’ll get the same IP67 rating. Another option is JBL Clip 4 (79.95) If you want to be small. It has a built-in carabiner and has surprisingly high noise due to its small size.

There are alternatives outside the JBL family, of course, e.g. UE Boom 3 (149.95) The shape and size of this portable speaker is similar to that of the Flip 5, with a useful party feature and loud sound. You get easy access to controls with the signature “+” and “-” buttons Unfortunately, the UE Boom 3 also lacks a headphone jack.