Monoprice
Monoprice 113271 Portable Bluetooth Speaker Melody
★★★★★
1200mAh1800mAh
Big Sound, Small PackageDon't settle for tinny phone speakers. The Monoprice Portable Melody Bluetooth Speaker delivers impressive sound quality in a compact design. Enjoy wireless freedom with Bluetooth v4.0, hands-free calls with the built-in microphone, and extended playtime with the 1800mAh b...
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Overview
Big Sound, Small Package
Don't settle for tinny phone speakers. The Monoprice Portable Melody Bluetooth Speaker delivers impressive sound quality in a compact design. Enjoy wireless freedom with Bluetooth v4.0, hands-free calls with the built-in microphone, and extended playtime with the 1800mAh battery.
- Connectivity: Bluetooth v4.0, 3.5mm stereo line input
- Bluetooth Profiles: HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP
- Microphone: Built-in
- Battery: 1800mAh
- Playback Time: Up to 15 hours
Key Features
SOUND QUALITY - Life is too short for speakers that don't sound great! We believe that the whole point of listening to music is to hear it as the artist intended. Our engineers and audio experts have spent countless hours listening to and comparing various speakers and headphones until we were satisfied we had found models that fit our demanding standards.
COMPACT SIZE - This portable speaker easily fits in any purse or backpack, so there is no excuse for not enjoying great sound everywhere at any time. The well-balanced, solid construction ensures that it can withstand the hard use that goes with using portable products.
LISTEN LONGER - We packed a massive 1200mAh rechargeable battery into this small speaker, so you can enjoy you music or take phone calls for up to 10 continuous hours on a single charge. You can use the included Micro USB charging cable to plug into any USB power source for charging or continuous power, allowing you to rock out all night long.
BUILT IN MICROPHONE - allows you to make and receive phone calls or even use it for video conferencing. The Bluetooth v4.0 radio provides full support for the HSP, HFP, A2DP, and AVRCP profiles, allowing you to control playback as well as the phone for calls.
3.5mm STEREO LINE INPUT - allows you to use this speaker with non-Bluetooth devices and the large 1800mAh battery provides up to 15 hours of playback, allowing you to party until the break of dawn.
Specifications
Battery Capacity
1200mAh (up to 10 hours playback) / 1800mAh (up to 15 hours playback for line input)
Bluetooth Version
v4.0
Bluetooth Profiles
HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP
Input
3.5mm Stereo Line Input; Micro USB Charging Cable
Feature
Built-in Microphone
Brand
Monoprice
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Engineered to deliver great sound quality, ensuring music is heard as the artist intended
- Features a compact size, making it easily portable and fitting into purses or backpacks for music on the go
- Equipped with a large 1200mAh rechargeable battery, providing up to 10 continuous hours of music playback
- Includes a built-in microphone for convenient hands-free phone calls and video conferencing
- Offers Bluetooth v4.0 with HSP, HFP, A2DP, and AVRCP profiles for comprehensive wireless control and playback
👎 Cons
- While compact, specific dimensions are not provided, making it hard to compare exact portability with other speakers
- The "well-balanced, solid construction" is a general claim and does not detail specific protective features like water resistance
- The 10-hour battery life, while good, might be shorter than some competitor portable speakers with larger batteries
- The Bluetooth v4.0, while functional, is an older standard and may lack the efficiency or range of newer Bluetooth 5.0+ versions
- The 3.5mm stereo line input is useful, but the mention of a "large 1800mAh battery" in this feature conflicts with the 1200mAh stated elsewhere
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the battery life of the Monoprice 113271 Portable Bluetooth Speaker?
This portable speaker features a 1200mAh rechargeable battery, allowing for up to 10 continuous hours of music playback or phone calls on a single charge. When using the 3.5mm stereo line input, a different mention indicates an 1800mAh battery providing up to 15 hours.
Can I take phone calls using this speaker?
Yes, the speaker includes a built-in microphone, enabling you to make and receive phone calls or use it for video conferencing hands-free.
What Bluetooth version does this speaker use?
The speaker utilizes Bluetooth v4.0, which provides full support for HSP, HFP, A2DP, and AVRCP profiles for controlling playback and calls.
Is the speaker easily portable?
Yes, the Monoprice Melody speaker is designed with a compact size, allowing it to easily fit into purses or backpacks for convenient transport and enjoyment anywhere.
Can I connect non-Bluetooth devices to this speaker?
Yes, for devices without Bluetooth capabilities, the speaker includes a 3.5mm stereo line input, providing a versatile connection option.
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