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Small purple rectangular speaker with rounded edges, matte finish, palm-sized

JBL Go 5 Portable Speaker Purple IP68 10h 2470W 0.51lb

SKU CH-2ZB1-GZHVE

Ultra-portable speaker delivers 2470 W output with IP68 waterproofing, 10-hour battery and ambient edge lighting in a 0.51 lb purple design

  • Product nameGo 5
  • Speaker categoryPortable Speaker
  • Total wattage2470 W
  • AmplificationActive
  • Frequency response20 Hz
  • Signal-to-noise ratio85 decibels
  • Big loud sound from a pocket-sized speaker
  • Soft ambient edge lighting with visual status cues
  • IP68 waterproof and dustproof for any adventure
  • Up to 10 hours playtime with Playtime Boost
  • AirTouch stereo pairing by bumping two speakers

Pocket-sized Bluetooth speaker for on-the-go

The JBL Go 5 is a portable Bluetooth speaker finished in purple. It weighs 0.51 lb and measures 1.7 x 3.98 x 3.05 inches. Active amplification delivers 2470 watts of total power with an 85 decibel signal-to-noise ratio. The IP68 rating makes it waterproof and dustproof for outdoor use.

Step up from basic phone audio for travel

This speaker replaces a phone’s built-in driver when you need louder, richer playback. The jump is worth it for beach days, poolside listening or campsite evenings where IP68 protection matters. Up to 10 hours of battery life covers a full day away from a charger. Buyers who want multi-room audio or a built-in voice assistant will not find those features here.

Simple wireless pairing with a physical stereo trick

Pairing is a standard Bluetooth connection to a phone or tablet. Two units can be linked into a stereo pair by bumping them together using AirTouch. Multiple Auracast-enabled speakers can also be joined wirelessly. The main friction point is remembering to recharge after roughly 10 hours of playtime.

How it compares

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Price $57.99
Pricier than about 68% of the 862 comparable items (median $39.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameJBL
Model nameJBLGO5PURAM
Part numberJBLGO5PURAM
Product nameGo 5
Product colorPurple
Audio & video
Speaker categoryPortable Speaker
AmplificationActive
Frequency response20 Hz
Signal-to-noise ratio85 decibels
Power
Total wattage2470 W
Size & build
Product dimensions1.7 in × 3.98 in × 3.05 in
Product weight0.51 lb (0.23 kg)

Questions about this item

What are the exact dimensions of the JBL Go 5 speaker?

The JBL Go 5 measures 1.7 in x 3.98 in x 3.05 in and weighs .51 lb, making it small enough to fit in a palm or a cup holder.

How do I pair two JBL Go 5 speakers for stereo sound, and what is the common mistake?

Bump two Go 5 speakers together to activate AirTouch for instant stereo pairing; the common mistake is trying to pair them through the Bluetooth menu instead of using the physical bump feature.

How long does the battery last and can it be replaced?

The built-in battery provides up to 10 hours of playtime with Playtime Boost and is not user-replaceable; recharge via USB-C when depleted.

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