has anyone used this on a boat? Will the sound carry while driving? (i.e. 15ft open boat)
1681271
At lower speeds with some cover, it does carry sound pretty well. However, it doesn't have the size or sound to compensate for higher speeds or louder engines.
1681272
I haven't used this on a boat, but I can tell you it has substantial sound. Theirs 2 speakers up front and what seems like a mini sub on the top. You might want something bigger though if your wanting it to entertain the whole boat. If its mounted next to the helm for your entertainment, it would be good.
1681273
Great little speaker I use it on my JetSki suctioned in front of me. Does well at low speed or just hanging out. At high-speed the engine drowns out the sound. Overall very impressive
1681274
It depends on how loud your motor is and where you are going to mount it . But it has good volume and clarity for a self contained unit.
1681275
Probably not it didn't drop a ton of sound in our canoe so a boat at any speed will probably drown it out
820851
I have a full face, but I imagine the wind noise with the boom mic might be too loud. When I am traveling on the freeway at 65 to 70 MPH, the wind noise for whomever I am talking to can loud at times. The speakers on the inside would probably still sound pretty good. This is just my opinion mind you.
1801802
We use ours with Wakeboard tower speakers, and are going to add an amp (but haven't yet). Anyone have any comments on the skip factor over large waves??
2274095
I do not see a reason why it would not work in a vehicle... It isn't exceptionally loud though, your amplification is coming from your waist so if the vehicle is exceptionally noisy it might not be very effective.
523486
There is an on board amplifier. We installed one of these on my friend's boat and it turned out quite nice!
1989368
I have found it preforms well inside and out. I've not exposed it to any extreme conditions. The sound was better than expected given its size and cost. I would buy it again.
1648786
I have them in my boat. Plenty of sound. You will need an amp to get the best out of them.
990422
Yes you will be able to! We use it on our speed boat going 25 mph on the open ocean and can hear the music perfectly from our iphones
1648787
i have 4 of these in my 16ft boat i run a 70hp 2 stroke motor if you know anything about engine noise then you know when i say i can hear music loud and clear at less than 50 % volume running wide open that i know what im talking about great speakers even in salt water every weekend
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its sounds pretty good outside too. put it on the floor to increase bass-response and raise treble a bit (more treble on ipod EQ) to counteract the somewhat directional treble response. i had it turned up to the max, although at these levels it starts to distort slightly and the sound becomes a bit compressed, but you can still hear it from some hundred meters away and you won't notice distortion if you don't stand very close to it. i even had it cranked up on a beach and everyone was turning around where the sound was coming from, as they couldn't see it as small as it is. i also have an altec lansing imt800 which has more bass and an overall fuller sound, but near maximum level both sound similar (the altec reduces bass at higher volume) and the sounddock is even slightly louder. as the sounddock portable is really small i think it is the perfect party-machine even for outside. at normal listening levels you can expect about 10-12 hours of playing time from one charge. at maximum volume it will play for 2-4 hours.
1109945
The sound is pretty good, especially for such a small device. I use mine while I'm in my Jacuzzi with no problem.
1518853
I would not recommend these for a boat. Also these are not as good as I thought they said to be. If you want bass these definitely are not the ones. Hopefully this will help.
1773112
I haven't had any problems with it. I talk to my boyfriend all the time on speaker phone and without it. If it's difficult to hear them while driving I recommend having a radio with an aux port. If the radio is Bluetooth compatible just sync it with you're smart phone or use a generic aux cable and plug it into your headphone port on your smartphone. Either way this patches it through your car speakers. This works really well especially if it's windy or bad weather. My bf says when I do that it sounds very clear.
1394377
No . They're great 3 way speakers for a car but when exposed to water they will fall apart. Marine speakers are the way to go when dealing with all weather.
2235248
Audio is limited and probably insufficient in a party environment. I use mine outdoors while relaxing in our spa and the volume just about exceeds the hum of the circulation pumps. It is also water resistant or splash proof. I would not suggest submerging it but certainly holds up in a light rain.
258259
You won't hear it unless you're within 10 - 15 feet. Also depends on how full it is.
1574082
I would assume yes, provided you had enough stereo umph to deliver your tunes. But a stereo shop would be more help than my guessing. I have a pair of these in a small boat, they sound good when parked near a shoreline, but are not loud enough when traveling on the water. Good luck :)