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I needed a small, waterproof outdoor speaker, and this BassPal is about the size of a large deck of cards.
I got the BassPal outdoor waterproof speaker (model F011) in black on Amazon. It is smaller than the photos suggested, but loud for its size, and it has a rugged, military look. That model is no longer listed, so the button below goes to a current BassPal IPX7 speaker.
- Tiny and easy to carry
- Clear sound and surprisingly loud
- Pairs instantly and arrives charged
- Tight port cover for water resistance
- Less bass at max volume, a trade-off of the small size
- Smaller than the listing photos suggest
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Design
The soft-touch, grippy hard plastic gives it a tactical, military look. There is a synthetic leather lanyard held by a screw rivet and a BassPal Boston badge on the back.
A tight flap covers the micro USB charging port and 3.5mm headphone jack, and both cables come in the box. The front is a perforated grill with what looks like two speakers behind it.
Pairing and controls
Hold power, a blue LED comes on, and it showed up on my iPhone as “F011” and paired right away. It was charged out of the box.
Tap plus or minus to skip forward or back. Hold them for volume, which is separate from the phone’s volume, so you can max the speaker and fine-tune on your phone.
Sound
Clarity is really good. I could hear the little crackles in a classic track, and I could feel it vibrate in my hand. Cranked up, it is pretty loud. At max you do not get as much bass as bigger speakers, which is the trade-off of the size.
About the buy link
The F011 I reviewed is no longer listed, so the button goes to a current BassPal IPX7 waterproof Bluetooth speaker. It is a different design with different features, so check the listing.
Verdict
I am pretty impressed with this little speaker for handheld, outdoor use.
FAQ
How big is the BassPal speaker?
About the size of a large deck of cards.
Do the buttons control volume?
Yes. Hold plus or minus for volume, and tap to skip tracks. Speaker volume is separate from your phone’s volume.
Does it come charged?
Mine was charged out of the box and paired immediately.
Can I use a cable instead of Bluetooth?
Yes. There is a 3.5mm aux port, and an audio cable is included.
Is this an affiliate link?
Yes. The buttons are #ad affiliate links, and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It costs you nothing extra.
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