ION Audio Tailgater (iPA77): Dynamic, powerful, and portable Bluetooth PA Speaker. It’s versatile – you can play radio or any music from your phone, and it also makes a great karaoke machine. Use it indoors or outdoors; a loud and versatile portable speaker. See PRICE on Amazon.
Highlights
- Wireless Connectivity (Enjoy music without wires)
- Connect what you want (varied music sources)
- Built-in Radio
- USB Powerbank
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 9.21 x 13 in, Item Weight 16.98 lbs
Pros & Cons
- Pros: Powerful and loud. Compact. Comes with microphone. Its USB charger can also be used to charge your iPod, cell phone, etc.
- Cons: DOES NOT have wheels. No lights. No fine-tuning the sound (no “EQ” adjustments). Weak bass response
Its perfect for outdoor and indoor parties, special occasions, or to have some fun. For your backyard party, fishing trips, camping and family gatherings, doing yard work, by the pool, on the beach, this is a perfect companion. However, if you want something really loud, you may have to look for something more powerful.
Review
You can use it for a fun gathering in your backyard, or to play your favorite music for a special occasion. Tailgater makes these events truly memorable with great sound, thanks to its 2-way speaker system and 50-watt dynamic power amplifier.
You can stream your favorite music from any Bluetooth device, enjoy its built-in AM/FM radio, or sing-along using the included microphone. The rechargeable battery lasts for hours.
Now you can enjoy music in the great outdoors without wires!
Design
The Ion Audio iPA77 Tailgater portable Bluetooth speaker has an eye-catching design, it actually looks like a guitar amplifier. While it may not be the lightest portable speakers, it definitely looks solid, and rugged.
The Ion Audio iPA77 Tailgater features a large LCD display. On the front panel, you will also find the standard controls such as the Play/Pause, Skip Track, Radio, Bluetooth, Volume controls, and ports for USB, Aux, and Mic.
Connectivity
Connectivity is convenient and flexible; you have three options to connect your devices – Bluetooth, NFC, or 3.5mm Aux input.
Using the Bluetooth mode is easy – press the Ion Audio iPA77 Tailgater’s Bluetooth button, search for connections, and then pair. That’s it.
If you have the latest devices that feature NFC, you can use this mode of connection as well. With NFC, you need to tap your device to the portable Bluetooth speaker, and you get connected.
Want to do wired connection – make use of its 3.5mm Aux input.
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Features & Technical Specs
- Manufacturer: ION Audio
- 50 watts of power
- Woofer and tweeter deliver high-quality sound
- Easy Pair links your NFC-enabled smartphone with a single tap
- Built-in rechargeable battery (provides up to 50 hours of continuous use)
- Bluetooth connectivity plus iOS/Android app for expanded control
- Control your Bluetooth music with Play/Pause, Next/Previous Track buttons
- Rechargeable Battery: Lead acid. Capacity 5 Ah. Run Time (Up To) 50 hour(s)
- WIRELESS Link/Transmission Range: 100 ft (but it works best up to 30 feet)
- AM/FM radio with bright, clear display
- 1/8-inch (3.5mm) aux input for non-Bluetooth devices
- USB power bank to conveniently recharge your smartphone, tablet, and more
- High-quality microphone and auxiliary cable included
- Rugged design with reinforced corners to withstand heavy use
Buying Links & Pricing
ION Audio Tailgater makes special/fun events at home (or in your backyard) truly memorable thanks to its great sound. You can stream your favorite music from any Bluetooth device, or enjoy its built-in AM/FM radio, or have fun with the included microphone.
Its loud and provides easy connection through Bluetooth.
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BluSpeaker says
First, Ion is the best brand and this one is a great, affordable unit on the market. It has great sound – High, Mid and Low speaker ranges are balanced perfectly. The microphone works great as does everything on it, listening to music via bluetooth from my phone is incredible. I was not expecting it to be this good, Wow – buy one you will be very happy as I will spread the word about this, in getting a lot for your money.
Walmart is so much better than Amazon, I canceled my order with them as it was going to take almost a week from the order date till they shipped it, just about a couple days from buying it from Walmart, it was here, very happy I did, will again over Amazon.