Best portable speaker under $50??

[chowee21]

I enjoy listening to a little music, but didn't really want to buy a $100+ bluetooth speaker.

I'd like something with pretty good bass and has better sound then my iPhone speaker.

Doesn't necessarily need to be a Bluetooth speaker.

I looked at the JBL Clip Portable Bluetooth Speaker but didn't get to crank it as I was in a store.

 

[slingdiscs]

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/insigni...aker/8417024.p?id=1219333213227&skuId=8417024

Got this for christmas.
$29.99
I would say it has "pretty good bass". It's great for its size.
It gets reaallly loud, and stays clean at max volume.

The battery only lasts a few hours and needs to be plugged in to a socket to charge, though.

I listen to house and edm type music fwiw.

 

[damagedLIVER]

There are some really good suggestions for portable speakers in this thread:

http://www.dgcoursereview.com/forums/showthread.php?t=110926

 

[Old Dog]

Got my wife one of these (http://www.bestbuy.com/site/hmdx-burst-portable-rechargeable-speaker-gray/9185051.p?id=1218994540585&skuId=9185051) for Christmas at Big Lots for $10. Not wireless but great sound and convenience for the $.

 

[chowee21]

There are some really good suggestions for portable speakers in this thread:

I did read this thread, but there was no real limit to the price. I did check out the Logitech UE Boom... but its like $200.

 

[chowee21]

Thoughts on this one?

http://www.amazon.com/DKnight-Ultra...ef=sr_1_3?s=mp3&ie=UTF8&qid=1422764455&sr=1-3

It seems to have alot of positive reviews.

 

[Ken3692]

This is what I use:
http://www.amazon.com/AYL-GUARANTEE-Rechargeable-Expandable-Smartphones/dp/B007OYAVLI

It fits right into the drink holder of my Grip which I like. Great sound and pretty cheap.

 

[Aim For The Chains]

ive never paid over $20 for one and they all work amazing. even copped a water proof one for $12 which was almost too loud even on the low setting.

Don't even spend $50 lol.

 

[chowee21]

Thanks for everyone's input.

I ended up getting the DKnight Magicbox Ultra-Portable speaker. Seems like it has pretty good sound, good battery life and affordable ($32 including 2 day ship w/A.P.)

 

[@iDiscGolf]

Thanks for everyone's input.

I ended up getting the DKnight Magicbox Ultra-Portable speaker. Seems like it has pretty good sound, good battery life and affordable ($32 including 2 day ship w/A.P.)

All you'll really get is "pretty good" for the $50 range. Not being a dick, but it's true... All depends on what you're going for.

The clip is the probably the best for that range however.

 

[Aim For The Chains]

All you'll really get is "pretty good" for the $50 range. Not being a dick, but it's true... All depends on what you're going for.

The clip is the probably the best for that range however.

not even close. The technology has gone down 10 fold in cost over the past year. You don't need to spend big money for a DISC GOLF course speaker. If you want Bluetooth home entertainment or sports options sure something better might fit but no reason to spend the $ on a **** ass portable speaker. I use 2 on jobs all the time much more hard core on them than even disc golf with one covered in paint and been outside etc but still rocks hard and my crew loves them.

Hell my cellphone alone not even on half volume did its justice today. I don't even see a need for some speaker out on the course.

 

[chowee21]

So i've used the JBL Charge, Jawbone Jam box, and Bose soundlink color out on the disc golf course... so we'll see how this one measures to up them.

If this can even marginally measure up to them such that battery, clarity, and sound is on par, i'll be satisfied. That extra $100 can be used to buy for discs and or equipment (maybe that practice basket I've been eyeing to get.)

 

[Greenleaf]

http://www.amazon.com/iHome-iDM12BX-Bluetooth-Wireless-Speaker/dp/B004I8WH9M

This is what I use. Charge lasts forever. You can find it on sale often at big box stores.

 

[noobynoober]

Costco has one that is waterproof for 39$ Sounded pretty good. Should have snagged it. May go back.

 

[wproct]

It's the JBL Clip for me. Great sound for it's size and good battery life.

 

[SpikeHyzer]

I carry a JBL Flip. I got mine from AmericanTV for $59.99 when they were going out of business a year or so ago. I have seen the first edition go for $45-$60 if you can find them still. The second edition is around $80. It has a pretty decent battery on it and the sound is good too. I think the last time it held a charge for 8 hours. It was more than enough for three rounds of dg. It also fits nicely in one of my water bottle holders on my backpack.

The JBL Clip is also nice. I contemplated getting that instead, but decided on the Flip because it sounded a better.

 

[Mike C]

I'm in the market for one too, but I need it to have some way of mounting to my bike.

Been looking at something like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=12KDT8ZT57ZRY9F70M7V

Needs good battery life too. I want it to last for an 8 hour bike ride.

 

[SpikeHyzer]

The JBL Flip fits nicely in my water bottle holder on my bike

I use a hydration pack for water while riding...so not really a big deal for me to give up that convenience.

 

[noobynoober]

Ecoxgear Pebble. 59 retail but 37 @ Costco. Waterproof, clips on the bag, sounds great, and 7 hours of battery life. It is also mountable. This thing is awesome.

 

[Mike C]

http://www.amazon.com/Ailik-Portable-Rechargeable-Bluetooth-Interchangeable/dp/B00ONVRMSU

Had the same design as other models from ivation and joyiq (spelling?). No reviews, if it sucks I'll just return it. Hope it gets the job done.