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JBL - Refurbished Excellent - XTREME3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black
Average customer rating
4.3
(148 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 148 reviews
5 Stars
98
4 Stars
21
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
10
1 Star
11
93%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for JBL - Refurbished Excellent - XTREME3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black
Customer Rating
2
Surprisingly, Charge 5 beat Extreme 3
on September 27, 2023
Posted by: MTTReview
I returned two Extreme 3 and got
two Charge 5 instead. Surprisingly, the Bass quality was better. Only slightly less loud. WAY more convenient size.
two Charge 5 instead. Surprisingly, the Bass quality was better. Only slightly less loud. WAY more convenient size.
By Customer Support, September 27, 2023
Thanks for sharing your feedback on our JBL Xtreme 3. We are committed to providing an exceptional user experience. We're looking for ways to improve, and we'll make sure to submit this to the appropriate team.
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Customer Rating
5
One of the best portable speakers
on January 5, 2021
Posted by: Jcuevas
from Ridge, NY, United States
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been using this speaker for close to two weeks now. It came shipped in a very well packed Jbl box. Upon opening I was presented with the well packaged Extreme 3 speaker and all of the accessories. It’s always a treat when you open an item from JBL. The presentation upon opening these products made by this company are some of the best. The speaker itself feels very sturdy and very well constructed. It includes the charging cable and a carrying strap which has a very thoughtful bottle opener on it. Great touch and idea in my opinion. The strap was fairly easy to put on and makes carrying the speaker fairly easy and lite. After charging the speaker I synced it to my iPhone. This speaker has Bluetooth 5.1. It connected right away with no issues. The speaker has great presence and has a very full, warm sound. I was in my basement and could still hear and slightly feel the music when I went upstairs for a quick drink, leaving the speaker downstairs and still playing music at about 40 percent volume. I played all different genres of music through the speaker and really enjoyed the sound quality. Playing some salsa music, you could hear all the instruments fluidly. Nothing overbearing or muffled. Clear and crisp without any hints of distortion. Very impressive at all volumes. I played some hip hop and r&b music and again it was very impressive. I then tried some test tones from an audio track which does sweeps of lower and higher end notes. The speaker has two small woofers which are 2.75” as well as two small tweeters. The speaker was able to produce lows with some authority which is very surprising and impressive for its size. Not bone shattering but you can hear and feel the low notes. It played the mids very well and had great highs. It is a very warm blend of the entire frequency range. if you load this speaker up by placing it in a corner you will get more low and midrange output out of it. I tried it in my bathroom on a tiled floor and this speaker slams! It does get loud!
I then tried the speaker outside. I have a very big yard and live on a busy street. I had the speaker positioned on the floor, about 25 feet away from where I was washing my car. I could hear it just fine over the traffic and noise from the hose from me washing my car. I also had a few kids trying to scream over the speaker but the extreme 3 one that battle. I felt very confident bringing this speaker outside. It’s sturdy craftsmanship makes it feel like it can take some abuse. A few falls and maybe an accidental kick into a pool. The back of the speaker has a very water tight cover that houses the 3 ports. One is for USB port for charging a device. Another is the usb-c port to charge the speaker and the other is an auxiliary in jack that is 1/8” headphone style jack. The bottom has rubber grips to help keep the speaker planted. Like I mentioned before. Very well throughout design and feels sturdy. The front has an led that works as a battery indicator. I love that this speaker has so much output and it’s battery operated. If you connect the power charging cord to it while it’s playing, it does sound a little more powerful. It’s loud and powerful enough to let it just run on battery power. Using the speaker for the two weeks I have had it, I have charged it twice running it down to a dead battery which took some time. I usually play it at around 3/4 volume for at least 3 hours a day. I bring it to work and play it conservatively at 1/4 volume. The battery is practically still charged at the end of an 8 hour shift. After two work days it’s at around 70 percent battery. It drains faster the louder you have it.
I have to say, the design of this speaker with its passive radiators and tubular shape makes for a great sounding speaker. I love watching the radiators move. They really help bring out the low notes. Never would of thought I would here 2.75” woofers go down to 52 hertz when I played the bass sweeps. I will be purchasing another one of these in the future so I can further utilize the party mode feature. This allows you to link two speakers together. This will be beneficial for when I have my pool parties. I usually have to lug a big ac powered speaker for my parties, but this speaker which is honestly 1/4 of the size and 1/8 the weight, and is also wireless, sounds better is just all around easier for me. You can even have two phones linked to it simultaneously. I am truly enjoying this extreme 3 speaker. Another great JBL product!
I then tried the speaker outside. I have a very big yard and live on a busy street. I had the speaker positioned on the floor, about 25 feet away from where I was washing my car. I could hear it just fine over the traffic and noise from the hose from me washing my car. I also had a few kids trying to scream over the speaker but the extreme 3 one that battle. I felt very confident bringing this speaker outside. It’s sturdy craftsmanship makes it feel like it can take some abuse. A few falls and maybe an accidental kick into a pool. The back of the speaker has a very water tight cover that houses the 3 ports. One is for USB port for charging a device. Another is the usb-c port to charge the speaker and the other is an auxiliary in jack that is 1/8” headphone style jack. The bottom has rubber grips to help keep the speaker planted. Like I mentioned before. Very well throughout design and feels sturdy. The front has an led that works as a battery indicator. I love that this speaker has so much output and it’s battery operated. If you connect the power charging cord to it while it’s playing, it does sound a little more powerful. It’s loud and powerful enough to let it just run on battery power. Using the speaker for the two weeks I have had it, I have charged it twice running it down to a dead battery which took some time. I usually play it at around 3/4 volume for at least 3 hours a day. I bring it to work and play it conservatively at 1/4 volume. The battery is practically still charged at the end of an 8 hour shift. After two work days it’s at around 70 percent battery. It drains faster the louder you have it.
I have to say, the design of this speaker with its passive radiators and tubular shape makes for a great sounding speaker. I love watching the radiators move. They really help bring out the low notes. Never would of thought I would here 2.75” woofers go down to 52 hertz when I played the bass sweeps. I will be purchasing another one of these in the future so I can further utilize the party mode feature. This allows you to link two speakers together. This will be beneficial for when I have my pool parties. I usually have to lug a big ac powered speaker for my parties, but this speaker which is honestly 1/4 of the size and 1/8 the weight, and is also wireless, sounds better is just all around easier for me. You can even have two phones linked to it simultaneously. I am truly enjoying this extreme 3 speaker. Another great JBL product!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
3
I have the 2nd and REALLY want the 3rd iteration!
on January 25, 2021
Posted by: Nazarenergy
from East texas
Butt... what keeps me from making the jump (to be abe to hook my
Flip2, charge 3, x2 and x3 up in a symphony of utter madness is one glaring problem. The extreme series (and possibly newer models of other ones) have a deal breaker for me. They in an attempt to save battery (I can only assume) will cut power to the speaker only. The whole unit doesn't power down until 30 minutes have elapsed but if there is a (large) break in music or any silence in a movie especially if plugged into the aux the sound (or lack there of) will stop! Upon restarting when sound is detected it will effectively cut off the first part of a word or note of a song. Infuriating!!! I didn't notice this as it usually stayed playing music, but once I used it for a sound bar as mine had died I noticed and have ever since then as well!
Flip2, charge 3, x2 and x3 up in a symphony of utter madness is one glaring problem. The extreme series (and possibly newer models of other ones) have a deal breaker for me. They in an attempt to save battery (I can only assume) will cut power to the speaker only. The whole unit doesn't power down until 30 minutes have elapsed but if there is a (large) break in music or any silence in a movie especially if plugged into the aux the sound (or lack there of) will stop! Upon restarting when sound is detected it will effectively cut off the first part of a word or note of a song. Infuriating!!! I didn't notice this as it usually stayed playing music, but once I used it for a sound bar as mine had died I noticed and have ever since then as well!
Jbl please, please for the love of great sounding music movies and whatnot. You guys make great stuff! Fix this! Maybe through an update that let's you disable it in the app. But I have seen this in MANY THREADS people playing ultra low or extremely hight frequency im talking 10 or 25k htz 24/7 just to keep the darn thing running. I am willing to buy the x3 if you fix this! If it is mechanical I am also willing to pay to fix the one I have and buy the 3rd and pay to fix it as well!
Address this!
Please!
Sound quality 4.6
Visually appealing 5.0
Durability 5.0
Portability 3.9 (this doesn't count to the average)
Should be a rounded up 5
Visually appealing 5.0
Durability 5.0
Portability 3.9 (this doesn't count to the average)
Should be a rounded up 5
But I must dock 2 solid stars
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from jbl.comBy Kevin, Customer Service, February 3, 2021
We appreciate the feedback you've provided to us. We understand that our JBL Xtreme 3 did not meet your expectations. We're always looking for ways to improve so we'll make sure to submit your feedback to the right department.
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Customer Rating
4
Good besides reproducing treble!
on April 18, 2021
Posted by: JUST1CE
from Dnipro, Ukraine
There are a lot of complaints about the grinding of high frequencies. It is necessary to modify the SBC codec to two-channel, with the bitpool settings. Or apply the ability to use other codecs with higher bandwidth to improve sound quality. I ask you to transfer this to the department that is engaged in the development and updating of software. There are already cases of returning the Xtreme 3 due to this flaw!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
JBL Extreme 3 delivers!
on January 14, 2021
Posted by: rlmoyer
from Chicago, IL
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The JBL Xtreme 3 delivers! It feels like a callback to the days of boomboxes on shoulders. It has a decent heft and size to it, but the included strap makes carrying it a breeze. Its construction is solid and gives a premium feel. The battery lasts quite some time between charges; I'm not sure if I get the full 15 hrs promised, but it holds charge for multiple days of regular use before dying/battery light coming on. I wish I had another so I could utilize its PartyBoost feature; that would be an awesome capability to access.
Now the big question, how's it sound? I've got quite a few JBL products and I can say for certain it you like other JBL audio devices you'll like this one. It's got their touch to the audio for sure. I was hoping a little more depth from the bass, drops off any meaningful volume under 40hz (nerd speak here, it can't do REALLY really low sounds). That being said, the beauty in this speaker is in its default EQ and crossover. They really hit the nail on the head finding a setting that makes the bass very present and clear at any volume and still keeps all of its higher register fidelity. Translation? It makes everything you listen to clear crisp and lively and projects well.
Overall it's a solid speaker, my only issue with it currently (if I can even call it an issue) is it's so pretty, I don't want to get it dirty!! But that's what it's built for and it's been very easy to clean so far. I definitely recommend the JBL Xtreme 3.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Big and high quality
on November 21, 2020
Posted by: Andrew23156
from Texas
the speaker ended up being a bit bigger than I expected and it is very high quality. I recommend this speaker for anyone who has a flip 5 or any other small JBL speaker and wants something louder.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
3
Its Great But.......Does not connect to older JBL
on April 11, 2021
Posted by: Steve Verdon
from Cincinnati
Got it to add to my JBL Xtreme and Charge 3. Does not connect to them. JBL has 3 versions of Connect, Connect + and PartyBoost. I updated firmware for the Xtreme and Charge 3, now none of them connect at all. My cheaper older Xrtreme is louder than the new Xtreme 3. If your wanted to add to your JBL collection, beware and get informed. If your buying your first JBL, than overall its a good speaker. I'll be returning mine.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from jbl.comBy Raymundo at Customer Support, Harman Lifestyle, April 12, 2021
Our JBL Xtreme 3 has the PartyBoost feature, it is compatible with other PartyBost enabled speakers like the Boombox 2, Flip 5, and Pulse 4. Our JBL Charge 3 on the other hand has the JBL Connect feature. When the firmware is upgraded for the Charge 3, it can be connected with Connect+ enabled speakers like the Xtreme 2, Pulse 3, Flip 4, Charge 4, and Boombox. Our JBL Xtreme has the connect feature that can wirelessly link multiple JBL Connect enabled speakers. If you have other questions or concerns, you may contact customer service at https://bit.ly/3r5oWYM
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Customer Rating
1
Extreme 2 was louder and better and cheaper
on December 13, 2021
Posted by: Jonpem
from Billings Montana
I like this model but I feel as if the fell short on the performance of the speaker , the jbl extreme 2 was way louder than this one and the bass was unmatched.
By Customer Support, December 13, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We are sorry to hear that our JBL Xtreme 3 did not meet your expectations. We're always looking for ways to improve so we'll make sure to submit your feedback to our development team. If you have any questions or concerns about this product's features, please reach out to us at: https://bit.ly/2WocMfi
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