The Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM app has everything you need to get the most out of your Ultimate Ears speaker. From #PartyUp to voice controls and customizable EQ, unlock even more awesome ways to use your Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM. Ultimate Ears UE Megaboom Review January 23. But for that to work you'll need to use the UE Megaboom app supported by iOS and Android. Currently you can only pair a UE Megaboom with another UE Megaboom. Gadgetmac is a technology-focused publication dedicated to serve up the latest and best in-depth reviews and news.
Logitech’s latest all-in-one wireless speaker unit is out, and it’s even louder than the last one. It’s under the UE (Ultimate Ears) brand of bespoke audio products which go up into the professional arena – earbuds and other audio equipment, including thousand-dollar earbuds that reproduce the frequency range 5Hz-22KHz. Rugged, a little hefty and cylindrical, this latest unit is well named, as it’s even louder – startlingly so – and more bassy than its predecessor.
The MegaBoom is designed to be grabbed and taken with you, for instant parties anywhere. It’s the perfect companion to, say, TV On Demand or Netflix on iPad, not to mention adding a whole new spectrum of immersive enjoyment to games. Also, thanks to it’s 360° sound emanation, it doesn’t matter all that much where you place it, although you won’t get stereo of course. Maximum Sound Level is 90dBA with a frequency range of 65Hz to 20kHz; there are speakers and even earbuds that go higher and lower, but that’s a decent enough range for a standalone accessory speaker and better than many.
Midtones are clear and high tones crisp, and bass is surprisingly deep. The challenge with any kind of compact speaker is first, to get any real bass at all, and secondly to get any definition in that bass. The sound output is all thanks to two 2-inch drivers and two 2×4-inch passive radiators – these are typically like speakers without their own drivers – they bounce and radiate due to the sound from the other speakers that do have drivers. The MegaBoom is tough,with a woven-fibre cover and rubberised top and bottom plus the side panel with the massive Plus and Minus volume controls.
Since it’s waterproof; you can pretty much take it anywhere. It’s so waterproof, Logitech reckons, you can actually drop it in into water and it will survive. I wasn’t game to try it (besides, I had to send the unit back). Quite how sound can come out where water can get in, I don’t know. On the underside is a D-ring – so you can hang the unit – and that’s removable to reveal a tripod mount.
Also on the underside are ‘weather doors’ that open to reveal the charge port and the stereo minipin auxiliary-in port, to connect outputs via wire. It stands 22.6cm high, it’s 8.3cm in diameter and weighs 877g. Charge it up for 20 hours music — it has Lithium rechargeables inside that reach peak charge in 2.5 hours via the supplied micro USB cable and, in the case of the dark grey unit anyway, this goes into a fluorescent green power brick for charging. Untypically, by the way, once these rechargeables lose their kick, they can be replaced. I found it hard, at first, to pair with my Mac, but easy with the iPad and iPhone, where it appeared as discoverable immediately after holding in the top-mounted Bluetooth button for a couple of seconds. So the usual sound files I run to see what speakers/earphones/headphone can do had to be run from my iDevices.
Do this via Settings/System PreferencesBluetooth. Once it’s playing, the App equaliser settings make an immediate difference; I found I mostly preferred my custom setting that dropped the bass a little and boosted the very top end worked best for my music. Sounds — Good.The amazing thing is how much sound this thing, a little shorter than my forearm, can pump out. I always use the same test songs: Tropical Hotdog Night by Captain Beefheart, is one of my all time faves with a great range of tones; it really pushes speakers and it’s a good test of how well they can define, and keep up with, a range of sounds across the spectrum. Public Image Ltd by Public Image is a great test of bass thanks to Jah Wobble’s habit of leaning a four-speaker box up against a wall then putting pics on the wall, rather than to the speakers, to record.
This can overwhelm the bass response of almost anything. Finally, Alanis Morrisette’s You Oughta Know has a great speaker stress point just after three minutes when she’s done her wailing bit and the bass and everything else comes back in.
If you can clearly hear the bassline bobbling along and then its higher-range riffs (really nice bass work, here) you are probably on to a good thing. Also, Morrisette’s voice is a good push in the vocal range, straining as it does sometimes to express her jilted anger. Mostly, the UE kept up – and I’m talking flat-out full volume.
It’s slightly muddied compared to a dedicated speaker setup, but remarkably good considering it’s not. I get awesome, taut mids on my Mission stereo speakers, and this is missing on the UE – and to be fair, it’s missing from most other things I’ve ever tested. But the Megaboom certainly has the volume you can have a good time to, and loud enough, if you have it outside, to annoy the neighbours a bit. In other words, it’s damned impressive.
Run it as-is, as a Mac speaker (if you can pair it – actually, I easily could once I updated the Boom’s firmware via the app) or as an iDevice sound system or use the free UE MegaBoom app (for iOS) to set audio profiles, use a 5-band EQ, run two MegaBooms at once, and to choose between the sound profiles ‘Stereo’ (if you have two) or ‘Double’. Under More you’ll find other options, for example you can give your Mega Boom a distinctive name, handy if there are more around, and you can turn the built-in audio alerts on or off. These are actually pretty handy – there’s a start-up sound, an off sound when it decides to sleep (after a certain period of non-use), there’s a Bluetooth ‘discoverable’ melody, and if you hold the volume up and down buttons in together for a couple of seconds, a woman’s US-accent voice tells you how much charge you have: ‘Sixty percent charge.’ It also let me update the firmware – all this was under Settings. You can also select one of nine languages (2 Asian, 7 European) to run in. Colour option blue However, I utterly failed to find this app via the App Store on the iPad, but I did find it in iTunes on my Mac, and downloaded and syncced it that way to an iPhone and an iPad. If you do find the app, it can even set a musical alarm that will have you leaping out of bed to your favourite – or perhaps more effectively, to your least favourite – track.
The setup guide (you can run two Booms at once and pair any one Megaboom to two devices at once), I found. Mac NZ Buying Advice —For many situations most m=people can think of, this Bluetooth speaker has everything going for it. Logitech Ultimate Ears MegaBoom, NZRRP $399.90. Available in dark grey, red, purple or blue.
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If you love music, you probably want to be able to listen to your favorite tunes no matter where you are. Bluetooth speakers are must-have devices for anyone who wants to listen to music on the go. There are many options available in the market, but in order to get the best quality it is important to choose manufacturers that are known for the advanced technology and amazing audio capacity of their products. Ultimate Ears (UE) has some of the best speakers that you can get. Here we will focus on the UE Boom 2, one of the most innovative options available when it comes to Bluetooth speakers and the Megaboom, a product that offers excellent features and performance.
We will compare these two models to help you choose the one that is right for you. UE Boom 2 vs Megaboom Comparison The setup process is very similar in both devices.
In both cases, you will be able to set up the device easily thanks to the straightforward and simple way in which they work. It only takes a few minutes to start enjoying your favorite music using these speakers. All you need to do is to switch on the speaker, enable the Bluetooth function on your device and connect to the speaker. Once the speaker is paired with the device, you will hear a confirmation.
Design Manufacturers pay special attention to their product’s looks since this is the first aspect noticed by consumers. Ultimate Ears is not the exemption and you can tell that they invest a lot of time and resources making sure that their products look great. Both the UE Boom 2 and the Megaboom have appealing, colorful designs. UE Boom 2 The Boom 2 has a vibrant appearance and thanks to the wide variety of colors available, buyers can get an option that matches their personal style.
There are 9 different colors available including traditional options like Black and White, as well as color combinations that add uniqueness to the speakers. You can find options like After Hours or GreenMachine, which have two colors. The Boom 2 has a focus on simplicity and it features a Power and a Bluetooth button. The buttons are easy to use and allow you to control the speaker without any hassle. The speaker is made to last and you can easily carry it in your bag and hold it in your hard comfortably.
It is lightweight and resistant, which makes it a perfect portable speaker for any occasion. UE Megaboom Like the Boom 2, the Megaboom is available in a variety of colors, although the design is more classic and less vibrant than the Boom 2’s. There are 4 colors available including popular options like Charcoal and Red. The Megaboom has Power and Bluetooth buttons on the top of the speaker and the volume buttons (+ and -) are located in the front. In terms of size, the Megaboom is larger than the Boom 2 and it is also heavier.
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You can still carry it with you and while it is not as lightweight as the Boom 2, it is also a good portable solution. If you prefer a speaker with a more traditional appearance, then the Megaboom would be the right choice. Features Features is another important aspect to keep in mind when choosing a product. Having the right functionality is essential to ensure that you get the best possible experience with any device. Both speakers are waterproof IPX7, meaning that you can immerse them for up 30 minutes. The UE Boom 2 supports wireless capabilities, Block party and it is compatible with many devices.
The UE Megaboom offers the same functions, as well as some extra ones. For instance, it features double up, speakerphone, alarm and customizable EQ. While both speakers have good features, the Megaboom is ahead in this area thanks to some additional options.
Sound Quality / Performance Sound quality is crucial when it comes to Bluetooth speakers. If a speaker doesn’t offer good audio, the features and design will be irrelevant. UE is set to offer top quality in this are and both speakers offer a mobile range of about 30m or 100ft. You won’t notice issues with the connectivity. Let’s find out more about the sound quality that each speaker offers.
UE Boom 2 As previously mentioned, the Boom 2 is smaller than the Megaboom. What this means when it comes to sound quality is that its sound is slightly less powerful. In general, large speakers come with bigger sound systems. The maximum sound level offered by the Boom 2 is 90dbA and its frequency range goes from 90Hz to 20kHz.
It,ay not be enough for filling a large room with potent sound while you are having a party, but it works well for daily use. The Boom 2 features 2 active drivers that are capable of creating excellent sound. There are also 3 passive radiators that help to make the performance even better. You can connect up to two source devices and thanks to the 360-degree audio effect, you won’t need to worry about dead-spots while listening to your favorite songs. With the Boom app, you can even challenge friends to a DJ Battle.
UE Megaboom Megaboom offers some improvements over the Boom 2. While the two speakers offers great audio quality, the Megaboom offers additional features that can enhance the sound. Like the Boom 2, the Megaboom has a maximum sound level of 90dBA, although its frequency range foes from 65Hz to 20kHz. It features two drivers and 2 powerful passive radiators. Its customizable EQ also makes a big difference and there are 4 presets, as well as a brand new customized tuner. With the Double Up, you can use two Megabooms at the same time to get amazing sound that is suitable for house parties.
Overall, the sound quality is fantastic. Mobile App Ultimate Ears offers two apps, the Boom and the Megaboom, that allow you to make things even easier when you are using the speakers. The apps can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or the App Store. The features that you can enjoy with the app include Siri integration, the possibility to control sound & EQ, Remote ON & OFF function, Block Party, Alarm, subscription for updates and the chance to connect multiple speakers with #PartyUp. The app comes with easy to follow tutorials that allow you to get the most out of it.
Pros and Cons Both the Boom 2 and the Megaboom are excellent speakers, but each of them has its own characteristics.