This time, we will review the Bluetooth wireless & portable speaker “EarFun UBOOM L” released by EarFun, which is familiar with wireless earphones.
This “UBOOM L” is also a speaker that won the gold prize at the VGP 2022 SUMMER, which is said to be the largest audio-visual equipment award in Japan, just like the “EarFun Air S”, which is reviewed separately.
basic specifications
First of all, I will introduce the basic specifications of “UBOOM L”.
- 55mm diaphragm driver, dual passive radiators
- 14W x 2, maximum 28W output
- Stereo speaker construction by wirelessly connecting two units with the TWS function
- IP67 water and dust resistance and proprietary Sweatsheild technology
- Equipped with sound mode (indoor/outdoor) switching
- 5,200mAh battery (up to 16 hours continuous playback)
- Built-in microphone, voice assistant support
- Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C port, AUX port
- Supported codecs: AAC/SBC
- Width 210mm x Height 72mm x Depth 78mm
- Weight regarding 650g
Despite its easy-to-carry 500ml plastic bottle size, it features a sound that emphasizes deep bass, and not only has IP67 waterproof and dustproof performance so that it can be used at a pool or camping, but it can also be used by floating on water thanks to its unique technology. It has a high waterproof performance.
In addition, the main unit is equipped with a sound mode switch, and there is an indoor mode for indoor use that resonates with low frequencies and an outdoor mode that emphasizes the overall sound, and the ability to change the sound according to the location is also a feature. is. By preparing another “UBOOM L”, you can create a stereo environment using two speakers, so you can enjoy the sound indoors and outdoors.
Appearance/design
The “EarFun UBOOM L” is a speaker the size of a plastic bottle, and it’s compact, including its depth.
It’s actually regarding 600ml rather than 500ml, but it’s just the right size for not taking up too much space on your desk or carrying it around. It can also be used wirelessly, and although charging with a USB-C cable is required, it is neat and clean without being messy with the cable.
The back of the main unit has a USB-C port and an AUX port covered with a silicon cover. I think that there are many speakers that do not have an AUX port due to their emphasis on waterproofing, but since the “UBOOM L” has an AUX port, I think it’s an advantage to be able to connect to a device via a wire without worrying regarding the communication environment. increase.
The bottom has a non-slip surface, so you can place it on your desk or even in a slightly unstable place. The actual weight is 732g, which is a reasonable weight, so it seems unlikely that it will slip off.
sense of use
After using the “EarFun UBOOM L” for a few days, I can say that despite its size, appearance, and genre as a portable speaker, the bass is solid and it produces a good sound.
You can switch between indoor and outdoor modes, but if you’re indoors, it’s vocal-oriented and the bass is a little emphasized. I think. In other words, the midrange is not so prominent, so it is easy to hear, but some people may find it unsatisfactory.
On the other hand, in outdoor mode, the overall sound is emphasized, giving the impression that the sound is clear, but the impression is that it feels like a solid sound. Depending on the song, I felt that the treble part was a little more noticeable, so if you listen to songs that are centered on treble, I think it would be better to use the indoor mode.
Among portable speakers, I feel that the sound, including the bass, is quite good, and I think that it is a sufficient level as a desktop speaker for PC. So it’s not bad to connect it to a PC or monitor and use it as an external speaker. In that case, we recommend using AUX instead of Bluetooth because you don’t have to worry regarding connection lag or delays. However, there is no noticeable delay even with Bluetooth, so it depends on the placement of your desk.
The only thing that bothers me is that the sound at startup and shutdown of the speaker is a reasonable volume, and it is not possible to adjust or turn it off. The EarFun Audio app (iOS/Android) was also not supported, so if it becomes compatible or can be adjusted, it will be even easier to use.
After that, I felt that the way I heard the sound changed quite a bit depending on how I placed it.
In my opinion, it’s better to use it as a monitor or an external speaker for your Chromebook at home rather than connecting it to your smartphone. For example, affordable monitors may not have good speakers or may not have them in the first place, and Chromebooks may not have very good speakers depending on the model. I think the size and sound are just right for using in conjunction with such devices.
summary
So, this time we have summarized the review of “EarFun UBOOM L”.
Lastly, regarding the price, at the time of writing this article, it is sold at 7,999 yen (tax included) on Amazon and other places. I don’t think it’s a bad choice for a wireless speaker under 10,000 yen.
Portable speaker that emphasizes bass, mode switching, waterproof and dustproof design, TWS linking two speakers, Bluetooth and AUX connection, compact size of plastic bottle, price less than 10,000 yen. Consider the EarFun UBOOM L.
EarFun
¥7,999 (As of 2022/07/31 11:37 | Amazon research)
Pochip* This review was written with products provided by EarFun.