I'll cover a fact or two that may not be apparent about the little wired speaker (AYL), but keep in mind that this speaker has been sold for several years, and from other reviews it is clear that it has undergone some design changes over that time - so everything here applies only to the one I happened to receive, in early December 2022. Also, bear in mind that I am not an audiophile, and am using the speaker on a QRP (low power) amateur radio that has a very small and inadequate built-in speaker, not for listening to music.
Volume control: Mine has a traditional continuous control, zero to full volume, not the push or flick side-to-side volume control many others have reported. Either will work; I prefer this control.
Charging port: USB C. The included short USB C cable is claimed to be only for charging, not data transfer. The speaker charges fine from other USB C charging cables & chargers intended for phones. The USB C port has an intriguing "CHARGE AUDIO" labeling on the device. Surely this doesn't mean it will accept USB audio input? I did not check. It probably is just an artifact of sharing parts with another model that does, or of carelessness in labeling. Perhaps some brave soul will test it and report back in a review or comment.
It came with a microscopic instruction manual, written in "stiff" English. Also a greeting card from the USA seller, with phone # and web site.
The "Aux" output jack (labeled "AUDIO" on the device), intended for daisy-chaining multiple speakers together to get more sound, appears to be a pass-through (it is active whether the speaker is on or off). Take Note: it can be used as an input as well. It is more handy for me to use a male-to-male (plug to plug) stereo 3.5 mm jumper cable to connect my audio to the speaker than to unfurl the short stereo cable and plug from its position tucked away on the bottom of the speaker (this plug/cable is labeled "AUX IN" on the device). A 3.5mm stereo extension cable (female to male / jack to plug) was included to help get that short plug/cable on the speaker bottom to an audio source more than a couple of inches away (I did not measure its length), but since I don't use that cable input, I simply tested this extension cable (it works fine) and stored it away with other audio cables and connectors.
Some people have complained that the speaker will not stay "shut". Mine can be squeezed down to compress the accordion pleats and twisted to lock it into a compact ball. It will stay that way while handled. I did not feel the need for the extra bass the extension "pop-up" is intended to deliver. That might get music "thumbing" the bass rhythm, but for radio communications, it has plenty of bass when "closed". I expect the audio quality is fine for the kind of casual music listening for which it is intended.
For any hams reading, the radio is a tr(uSDX), with its tiny, tinny speaker (better than nothing, but still). The AYL speaker gives great audio, with a decent range of volume, with the radio set to volume levels of 10 or so. You can turn up the volume on the radio without triggering feedback (owners will know what I mean), but at some point the little speaker will overload and start to distort. It should be enough volume for working outdoors in all but the very worst conditions. For those times, give up and use a headset.
I don't have any experience on ruggedness, longevity, battery life, etc., though the battery seemed to be holding up fine for some extended listening, right out of the box, without charging it at all.
The LED on the bottom is blue during operation, red during charging, and blue again when charging is complete. I don't know yet whether the LED somehow signals a low battery. (Hopefully, not with that creepy voice some reviews report!)
The only thing I'd change is the top; it is too open for my taste, potentially allowing dirt and debris into the speaker diaphragm area. I'd prefer a fine screen. A very minor design complaint. It did not come with a bag or case, but I'll find something to keep it safe and clean during transport.
If it fails early, or there is "news", I'll try to come back to this review and update it.
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| Sold By | Accessorise Your Life | Phoenixac Store | Richer-R | EKs Deals (Serial Number Recorded) | ANTEENNA | Mingo Direct |
| speaker size | 3.5 millimeters | 1.4 inches | 6 centimeters | 3.54 inches | 82 millimeters | 2.5 inches |
| power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
| connectivity tech | USB, Auxiliary | USB, Auxiliary | Auxiliary, USB | Bluetooth, USB, Auxiliary | Auxiliary | USB |
| speaker type | Computer, Surround Sound | Single Speaker | Component | Coaxial | Outdoor | Multimedia |
| mounting type | Freestanding,Plug Mount | Freestanding,Plug Mount | Tabletop Mount | Freestanding,Strap Mount | Plug Mount | Tabletop Mount |
| weight | 0.19 pounds | 5.29 ounces | — | 23.3 ounces | — | 530 grams |
| control method | touch | voice | touch | application | touch | touch |
| model name | SPK001 | — | ASHATA8fwhtiyvpx | Polaroid Music Player | TW-10 STRAIGHT TYPE | A39PRO |
| frequency response | 300 KHz | 100 hertz | — | — | — | 20 hertz |
| surround channels | 2.1 | 2 | 1 | 5.1 | 1 | 2 |
| battery average life | 10 hours | 4 hours | 4 hours | 15 hours | — | — |
Product information
| Mounting Type | Freestanding,Plug Mount |
|---|---|
| Model Name | SPK001 |
| Speaker Type | Surround Sound, Computer |
| Special Feature | Stereo pairing;ultra-portable |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Volume |
| Compatible Devices | iPhone, Laptop, MP3 Player, Phones, Personal Computer, Tablet, iPad |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Controller Type | Battery Powered |
| Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 2.1 |
| Color | Black |
| Battery Life | 10 Hours |
| Included Components | Soft Black Velvet Pouch, USB Cable with 3.5mm Audio Jack, 15-Inch Extension Stereo Audio Cable, User Manual |
| Product Dimensions | 2.3"D x 3.5"W x 6"H |
| Item Weight | 3 ounces |
| Is Waterproof | FALSE |
| Battery Capacity | 1E+3 Milliamp Hours |
| Charging Time | 10 Hours |
| Warranty Type | Full |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Speaker Size | 3.5 Millimeters |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Driver Size | 45 Millimeters |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Connectivity Protocol | Auxiliary |
| Includes MP3 player? | No |
| Number of Power Levels | 1 |
| Specific Uses For Product | [INFERRED] Suitable for travel, outdoor activities, personal entertainment, and usage with various audio devices including laptops, smartphones, and MP3 players |
| UPC | 610098848073 |
| Style | Modern/Minimalist |
| Manufacturer | AYL |
| ASIN | B007OYAVLI |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | SPK001 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. |
| Customer Reviews |
4.1 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank |
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| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | March 26, 2012 |
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Bought it for bicycling
I bought the AYL Portable Mini Capsule Speaker to experiment with while bicycling. It was small, lightweight, inexpensive, and attached conveniently to my bicycle's top tube with a small velcro strap (not included). If driven to full volume, the speaker is plenty loud enough to be heard above wind and traffic noise. However the headphone jack output level on many devices is not strong enough to drive the AYL to its full potential. That may explain why so many reviewers have vastly differing opinions about how loud it is. Being a tinkerer at heart, I was able to increase the AYL's audio gain through minor circuit modification to make it loud enough to use on my bike with my device. With both left and right channels fed to a single speaker, the AYL is best suited for listening to speech, watching videos, etc., rather than music. I use it for listening to voice communication audio. But even though it lacks stereo sound, music on the AYL sounds far better to me than on the annoying, tinny speakers typical of cell phones, tablets, and laptops. The AYL should be handled carefully to avoid damage to its exposed speaker cone on top or collapsible resonator. The on-off switch feels solid and the volume control is handy, but I prefer to do most volume adjusting with my device to minimize wear and tear on the small, side-mounted volume potentiometer. The AYL includes a 5" audio cable with 1/8" stereo plug, a 15" audio extension cable with 1/8" socket and plug, and a micro-USB cable with both a USB plug on a 6" lead for charging and a 1/8" stereo plug on a 20" lead for audio input. And when bicycling at night, the downward-facing intense blue LED illuminates the ground beneath me and gives my bike's lower frame an artsy blue aura!
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