JBL Xtreme 5 - Portable waterproof speaker with massive legendary JBL sound, ambient edge lighting, and a convenient shoulder strap - Black

I have had this speaker for three weeks I think. It is a replacement for the original JBL extreme with a bad battery. This speaker is light years ahead of the old one. The clarity is exceptional and I love that I can personalize my equalizer settings. The bass is awesome even at top volume. I like it so much that when they go on sale I'm buying another identical to this one to set up for stereo performance.

Loving it so far. I have the smaller JBL5, it didn't give me as much bass as I wanted. I bought the extreme 5 and have zero regret. Plays loud and clear, and delivers the on low end that my smaller 5 is missing. Battery life is excellent. My only gripe is you cannot link two different models together with the app. My parents also have the same smaller 5 that I have. I've linked mine with theirs into stereo with the app. Two of those together sound really good, and almost deliver enough bass for my taste. If you want the maximum amount of bass from JBL portable line. Get the extreme 5, or two!

I have owned the JBL Xtreme 5 for a few weeks now, and I have definitely maintained or even grown my appreciation for what it offers overtime. For me what helps the most is definitely the shoulder strap. The speakers is like the perfect weight to carry around where it can both hold you down if a road gets bumpy but not weight you down when trying to cycle uphill. The bass response is insane overall for a portable and I basically never it get tired of it. The mids are distinct and the trebles are crisp, providing a wide and distinct punchy sound. As for the volume, I basically never have to push it to max, and when I do, I won't be very close to the speaker at all. It's 130W AC power mode is also a highlight for me. It allows the speaker to reach its true potential when plugged in to a wall source, or if you're like me, a battery pack with AC outlets. The JBL Portable app has improved majorly in responsiveness and connectivity since the JBL Charge 5, and the light and EQ effects work reliably and provide lots of versatility in terms of options. Bluetooth reliability has also increased greatly from previous models with Bluetooth 6.0 and a more reliable multipoint connection. The build quality is unmistakable, but I do wish there was a way to do Lossless and the AC Mains power mode at the same time, but they can't be pushed out of the same USB-C port even with dongles attached. Overall, whether upgrading from an older Xtreme model or Charge model, this slam dunk of a speaker will provide you with all the features you need and then some.

Sounds really good. This was the best price I found, also. The case I ordered to go with it, though, still has not arrived, which is puzzling, but it's not coming from JBL.

Sound quality is exceptional. You can fill the base steep in your soul even with the volume low and the sound seems to travel really well in large areas. I would definitely buy this product again.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As always, crisp and clear JBL signature sound at all volume levels. This Extreme gets too loud to play at max levels indoors, and outside can be heard clearly from 75 feet away. It looks and is shaped like the Charge series speakers, only 4x larger and 5x louder, and also has the charging feature. This speaker adds a fully controllable light show with many different patterns and colors to select from, sort of like two moving lines of the Pulse light show speaker added on to it. The light show and the equalizer are controlled by the “JBL Portable” app that offers 4 preset EQ's and a fully customizable equalizer. So flexible! The light show has preset patterns and an infinite color wheel for your color of choice, and can be turned off completely. Bluetooth v6 connects instantly to my phone, and remains stable all throughout my house without skipping or dropping. Setup is easy and charging is quick with the included 20v/4a USB-C charger. The strap that comes with it is a little clunky but there are many aftermarket handles out there or you could get crafty and easily create your own. Battery life is crazy long, 24 hours at low volume but the app has a “playtime boost” feature that seems to sacrifice some sound quality for an extra 4 hours playtime for a possible 28 hours of music. This one connects to other speakers through AuraCast, kind of annoying that some of my older JBL's won't connect but hopefully firmware updates will solve this. Get this speaker, it's the all-in-one banger for big beautiful sound!!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I want to start this review by saying that the JBL Xtreme 5 is my favorite portable speaker JBL has put out. I've owned quite a few of them over the years, and this one just hits all the right notes. It's loud, it's clear, and it delivers that classic JBL sound, which, at the end of the day is why we're buying speakers in the first place. Let's talk about the sound because that's what matters most. The Xtreme 5 gets really loud! Even at higher volumes, everything stays clean and controlled. The bass has plenty of punch without being overwhelming, the mids come through clearly, and the highs are crisp without being harsh. One of the albums I spent some time with was the Steven Wilson mix of Ultravox's Lament. I know that record pretty well, and it's a great test because there's a lot going on: layered synths, driving base, and Midge Ure's vocals sitting right in the middle. The Xtreme 5 handled it beautifully – the low end had real weight without muddying up the mix, the mids carried the vocals cleanly, and the top end let all those synth textures breathe. I felt I had to go back to a familiar speaker test track: “Money for Nothing” from Dire Straits' Brothers in Arms. That track has been a go-to test for me for years. The opening has that slow build, and when the drums and guitar kick in, you really get a sense of how a speaker handles dynamics. The Xtreme 5 didn't disappoint. The bass and drums had real punch, Mark Knopfler's guitar cut through cleanly, and everything stayed composed even when I push the volume. After that one, I went back a few years in the 80's to Phil Collins' “In the Air Tonight.” That track is all about “that moment” – you know exactly what moment I'm talking about – and the Xtreme 5 handled it exactly the way I was hoping! When the drums hit, they had real impact and depth without sounding sloppy, overblown, or distorted. It's a quick way to tell if a speaker can deliver both control and power, and this one absolutely can. On all three and honestly, I can keep listing more and more, I got the classic JBL sound I've been loving since my first pair of J216's in the mid 80s. Build quality is exactly what you'd expect from JBL's Xtreme line. This unit is solid, rugged, and clearly built to take some abuse. This is the kind of speaker you bring out to the patio, the beach, or a backyard get-together without worrying about it. We had it front and center at the annual Beach Bum parade – the South's biggest water gun fight - where floats soak bystanders who fight back with their own water, blasters and bazookas – and it didn't miss a beat. It got wet and was still rocking! All that said, it's not exactly a speaker you're going to want to carry around all day. It's got some weight to it, and while that likely helps with the build and sound, it does make it less ideal as a true grab-and-go speaker. For me, this feels more like a “set it down and enjoy it” portable rather than something you're constantly moving with. Battery life was solid in my use, and connectivity was simple, pairing quickly, and keeping a stable connection throughout. One thing worth pointing out is that mine came with the AC adapter, but that's not the case everywhere. From what I've read, some regions (like Europe) don't include one in the box. I don't think it's a dealbreaker, but it's something to be aware of since you'll want the right power adapter to get the best charging performance. Wrapping up, the Xtreme 5 is a fantastic sounding portable speaker that delivers exactly what you'd expect from JBL: volume, clarity, and that signature sound profile. It's built like a tank and performs like one too. The only real downside for me is the weight, but if you're looking for a powerful speaker for home use, outdoor gatherings, or anywhere portability isn't the top priority, this one is absolutely worth a look. I've owned quite a few JBL portables over the years, going all the way back to the original Flip, plus a Flip 4, Charge 3, three Flip 6's, and even a Clip 5 I travel with (I also have an Authentics 300, though that's not really portable), and this is my favorite of the group. It does everything well, and for what it's designed to do, it's hard to beat.

Don't know if it's worth the price. it's great and I like it but a bit much. packaged horribly. sent by some company not walmart. not even in a box. Just product box with ship sticker. Not cool!

easly distorts when not even when not at max volume bass tones sound fake, not natural. not happy with the sound that is reproduced. build quality is fine.

rec a used extreme 3 Grey in box when opened it and returned the next day to Walmart for refund so inspect it ounce you get it mine was suppose to be blue