Currently unavailable.
We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock.
Select delivery location

JBL On Tour Portable Speaker System ( Black )

3.8 out of 5 stars 308
Currently unavailable.
We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock.
Brand Jbl
Speaker Type Computer
Connectivity Technology wireless
Special Feature Portable
Recommended Uses For Product Music

About this item

  • Input - 1/8 (3.5mm) Mini Stereo Jack
  • Drivers - Two Odyssey Neodymium drivers
  • Power Output - 3 Watts per Channel
  • Frequency Response - 100 Hz ? 20,000Hz
  • Input Impedance - >10Kohm

Similar item to consider

Amazon's Choice
(17801)
$21.37

Important information

Legal Disclaimer

Ships only to continental USA. NO APO/FPO/ Alaska/Hawaii and foreign

What's in the box

  • audio input cable

    • Looking for specific info?

    Product information

    Feedback

    JBL

    JBL On Tour Portable Speaker System ( Black )

    Found a lower price? Let us know. Although we can't match every price reported, we'll use your feedback to ensure that our prices remain competitive.

    Where did you see a lower price?
    /
    /
    /
    /
    Please sign in to provide feedback.

    Product Description

    From the Manufacturer

    The JBL On Tour is a compact, lightweight, high performance portable sound system. Connected to your iPod, MP3 player, laptop or other music source, the JBL On Tour will provide hours of clean, powerful sound. JBL On Tour runs on 4 AAA batteries or with an AC adapter. With a protective cover and compact size, you can easily go on the road and let your iPod or MP3 player rock out in your room.

    Compatibility
    The stereo mini jack connection allows you to enjoy high quality audio from a variety of devices such as iPod, iPod mini, MP3 and CD players, desktop computers (all platforms), laptops and most portable devices.

    Easy-to-Use Touch-Controls
    Touch Volume Control--Just a touch increases or decrease the volume. A touch on both pads mutes or un-mutes the system. JBL On Tour also remembers your last volume setting even after the system shuts down.

    Additional Features
    Integrated protective Cover and Stand. The sliding cover protects your sound system and serves as a stand when open. The surface gripping rubber feet provide a stable platform on most surfaces. A universal AC adapter allows for easy worldwide use. An audio input cable is also included.

    Advanced Technology The JBL On Tour combines many proprietary technologies to provide the highest quality sound and playing time. The JBL On Tour will provide astonishing bass and clear accurate sound from a pocket sized system.

    • Digital Amplifier Technology--The Class D digital amplifiers provide clean, powerful sound while extending battery life.

    • Odyssey Transducers--The two aluminum domed transducers are driven by powerful Neodymium magnets. This design provides a full rich frequency response from the lowest bass to the highest highs.

    • COE (Computer Optimized Equalization)--The JBL On Tour system equalization was computer optimized to provide a rich, complete sound stage.
    • AEMS (Advanced Energy Management System)--The JBL On Tour system has an automatic battery saving shutoff. The AEMS will automatically put the system into sleep mode when the cover is closed or when there is no audio input. The JBL On Tour awakens with just a touch and resumes at the same volume level when the cover is opened or the input resumes.
    • Battery Powered--The JBL On Tour is designed to use most types of AAA batteries. Four fresh AAA batteries provide over 24 hours of continuous play at normal to high listening levels. An amber LED flashes when the battery protection circuit senses the batteries are low. JBL encourages the use of rechargeable types of batteries (i.e. NiMH and Lithium). These batteries reduce waste and help the environment.

    Customer reviews

    3.8 out of 5 stars
    3.8 out of 5
    308 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the sound quality, size and performance of the speakers. For example, they mention that it delivers undistorted, well-imaged sound, it's extremely portable and fits in the palm of your hands. That said, they say it works well in most circumstances and that the appearance is sleek and shiny. Customers are also impressed with the battery life, saying that it lasts quite long.

    AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

    175 customers mention147 positive28 negative

    Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. They mention that it has good sound for its size, delivers undistorted, well-imaged sound, and is great for nearby listening. They also say that it's heavy, but it'll be great for the backyard. Some like that it comes with a fairly sturdy cover to close up the speakers when not in use.

    "...IM9 is too big for the suitcase, and it's REALLY heavy, but it's screaming loud, great for the backyard or tailgating or any party setting, and very..." Read more

    "...The speakers work with my Ipod, however the volume is better adjusted from the Ipod than the On Tour unit.Have not tried it in my car yet...." Read more

    "...However, the bottom-line word here is decent sound, not fabulous, incredible sound like some of the reviewers have described this thing...." Read more

    "...It is a great value with excellent sound and this rating is from someone who has worked in the Television and audio industry for over 20 years...." Read more

    101 customers mention93 positive8 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the size of the speakers. For example, they mention it's extremely portable, very compact, solidly built, and looks great. The clamshell design makes it easy to pack and keeps the speakers safe. Some say it fits in the palm of their hands and is a powerhouse in a tiny package. Overall, most are happy with the product's size and portability.

    "...Have not tried it in my car yet. Though it appears to be portable, since there is no base for the Ipod you would either have to buy a base,..." Read more

    "Compact, good for packing in lap top case. Good for enhancing the sound of a PC.Uses triple (AAA) battery's, battery's cost too much money...." Read more

    "...Boy was I surprised!! This thing sounds amazing! It's light and portable enough to carry from room to room, but I don't think I'll need to!..." Read more

    "...Those annoyances aside its still a great small portable speaker system...." Read more

    54 customers mention48 positive6 negative

    Customers like the performance of the speakers. They say it does a great job and travels well. They also say it produces good, clean sound and is better than expected for its size. Some customers also mention that it works well with their iPod and portable CD player.

    "...The sound is really great! It looks great, performs great, and I just bought another one for a friend going to Mexico in a week...." Read more

    "...The speakers work with my Ipod, however the volume is better adjusted from the Ipod than the On Tour unit.Have not tried it in my car yet...." Read more

    "...Like I said, for its size, it is very nice, better than one would expect...." Read more

    "...You will be more than pleased if you decide to buy this speaker. IT ROCKS! It beats out bigger speakers made by bigger name companies like Bose!..." Read more

    46 customers mention43 positive3 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the speakers. They mention that it's sleek, shiny, and has a nice design. The surface is particularly brilliant, and the product has criss-cross pattern.

    "...The sound is really great! It looks great, performs great, and I just bought another one for a friend going to Mexico in a week...." Read more

    "...The system itself looks really sharp with its piano-black finish and the sliding cover that converts into a stand is a nice feature...." Read more

    "This speaker system certainly looks cool. It's lightweight (I carry it almost all the time in my purse)...." Read more

    "...And as for appearance, this thing is absolutely beautiful, and extremely slick, either while open for use, or closed for stowage...." Read more

    18 customers mention18 positive0 negative

    Customers like the battery life of the speakers. They say it runs on battery or off of a power cord, and the batteries last quite long. Some mention that the speakers are small and compact for travel, and can be powered by 4 AA or AAA batteries.

    "...very compact and portable while protecting the iPod within it's great loading system...." Read more

    "...Battery life is excellent...." Read more

    "...It's easy to use, fast to set up, and is powered by 4AA batteries or you can use the included AC adapter...." Read more

    "...One feature I like a lot is that it can be powered using the supplied power cord, or by four double-A batteries...." Read more

    12 customers mention12 positive0 negative

    Customers find the speakers easy to use. They say it's simple to set up and use, and convenient. They also say the hook-up to an MP3 player is simple, and the sound quality is decent. Customers also mention that it'll plug into a laptop easily.

    "...First of all, I think it's beautiful and sleek, and easy to use...." Read more

    "...It's easy to use, fast to set up, and is powered by 4AA batteries or you can use the included AC adapter...." Read more

    "...It's simple to set up and use, and the sound doesn't wash out when you turn the volume up (like the past 2 speaker sets I've gotten)...." Read more

    "...The hook-up to an MP3 player is simple and the sound quality is decent. However, the volume level achievable is disappointingly modest...." Read more

    10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

    Customers like the AC adapter. They mention that it's a great accessory, and handy. They also appreciate the carrying bag and cloth case.

    "...It uses 4 AAA batteries (use rechargeable) and also comes with an AC adapter and headphone style jack to plug into anything that takes headphones...." Read more

    "...It comes with a carrying bag, which is nice, but it would be even nicer if the bag were big enough to hold the AC adapter as well -- that is my only..." Read more

    "...fast to set up, and is powered by 4AA batteries or you can use the included AC adapter...." Read more

    "Compact and puts out decent sound. The set includes an AC adapter as well as the patch cord and the speakers do work best when you can use AC...." Read more

    Top reviews from the United States

    S. Thompson
    5.0 out of 5 stars If you travel, you want this one!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2008
    Verified Purchase
    This is a great, little device! First of all, I think it's beautiful and sleek, and easy to use. Just slide it open, plug in the cable that links to your iPod, and if you are using batteries, that's it, good to go. Just plug in the AC cord if you aren't using batteries. Uses 4 AAA batteries, so the batteries are small, don't add any noticeable weight to the unit. Your iPod stays in it's own protective case, no fitting it onto a dock slot. I've had one Altec Lansing speaker set and one Sonic Impact speaker set that the slot became damaged, so I'm glad I don't deal with that anymore. This thing is light, small, about the size of a very, VERY large eyeglasses case so it packs very nicely in a purse, carry-on or suitcase, even better if you can get along without the bulky AC cord and just use batteries. But it's about the sound, isn't it? If you are looking for sound in your hotel room, or bathroom, mobile home, bedroom, kitchen, garage, den, etc., you are going to LOVE this little guy, and it will be more than loud enough, it can crank! The sound is really great! It looks great, performs great, and I just bought another one for a friend going to Mexico in a week. Now, if you want a loud, space-filling but still portable speaker, get the In-Motion IM9 unit, as I did also. I have both. The IM9 is too big for the suitcase, and it's REALLY heavy, but it's screaming loud, great for the backyard or tailgating or any party setting, and very compact and portable while protecting the iPod within it's great loading system. But this JBL is your OTHER speaker system for light weight travel or just to fill a room at home. If you don't love it as I do, I don't know what planet you live on!
    3 people found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
    Ken
    3.0 out of 5 stars general mp3 speaker system
    Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2007
    Verified Purchase
    product was delivered on time and in good shape, packaging is a little tough to open. The speakers work with my Ipod, however the volume is better adjusted from the Ipod than the On Tour unit.
    Have not tried it in my car yet. Though it appears to be portable, since there is no base for the Ipod you would either have to buy a base, (which would not make much sense because there are FM transmiters for Ipods that come with bases and makes it safe while driving) or just leave the two, On Tour and Ipod, items in the safest positions you could find in the car.

    I will use it in my office to have continuous music playing without having to change cds every hour or so.

    It is useful and does what it says--overall an average buy
    6 people found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
    monkuboy
    4.0 out of 5 stars Decent Sound, Idiotic Packaging
    Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2008
    Verified Purchase
    For its size, this speaker system puts out decent sound. The system itself looks really sharp with its piano-black finish and the sliding cover that converts into a stand is a nice feature.

    However, the bottom-line word here is decent sound, not fabulous, incredible sound like some of the reviewers have described this thing. It's as good as you can get using 1" drivers and having such a compact size. But a "full rich frequency response from the lowest bass to the highest highs" as it says in the description? No way! And no one should expect that from something this small, either. Like I said, for its size, it is very nice, better than one would expect. The sound is clear and plays at a satisfactory volume level for normal listening conditions. It is worth the price I paid because it's much, much better than standard laptop or monitor speakers, as well as the junk that most portable or little speakers tend to be, plus it looks great.

    The worst thing about this is the packaging. Whoever designed the plastic packaging is a total idiot. This was the most difficult package I've ever opened and as you awkwardly try to cut the plastic, beware of shards that might cut your hand. Once you manage to get the accessories out, the main speaker unit is itself encased in another plastic container that is difficult to remove. Once past that ordeal, however, the average person should be happy with this product. Just don't expect bookshelf speaker sound like some reviewers would lead you to believe.
    3 people found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
    S. Lee
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent sound quality from a small portable speaker at an excellent price from Amazon! One of the greater deals!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2008
    Verified Purchase
    I was lucky enough to get two when they were on special for $35.00 each at Amazon. If you buy locally you could pay up to $100.00 PLUS your local tax, but even at that price you won't be disappointed with the great quality sound from this sized speaker. The bass (excellent bass) and treble (excellent treble) are set perfectly and everyone who has heard me playing these has gone out and bought themselves a set due to the amazing quality sound and volume. I, myself, was amazed at the level of quality sound this small speaker produced and am glad I got two when the price was at its lowest.

    Each of the two speakers are approximately 1 inch in diameter powered by two Odyssey Neodymium drivers and you will simply be astounded at the great sound these speakers produce. It is more than worth what Amazon charges and you will agree if you decide to purchase one or two units. I keep one at home and one at work. There is no EQ on this unit, but there is also no need for one. It uses 4 AAA batteries (use rechargeable) and also comes with an AC adapter and headphone style jack to plug into anything that takes headphones. Battery life is excellent. The speaker comes with a cloth case but none for the AC or 3.5 mini stereo jack, but at the killer price this should not be an issue at all! I simply got a $5.00 tiny camera case for the AC and mini stereo jack and that works fine. Anyone who grumbles about the lack of storage for the AC and stereo jack probably can't be satisfied anyways especially when they are saving up to $65.00 on this excellent sounding speaker.

    The volume is excellent and is more than ample for what it was intended. I think that the people who rated this saying the volume was not adequate for them were expecting boom box type sound for parties which is unreasonable for something this small. This is meant for use in a room with a bunch of friends that want to listen to music or watch a show and not meant for a noisy party.

    You simply cannot go wrong buying this baby! It is a great value with excellent sound and this rating is from someone who has worked in the Television and audio industry for over 20 years. I have NEVER heard anything this small sound so big. You will be more than pleased if you decide to buy this speaker. IT ROCKS! It beats out bigger speakers made by bigger name companies like Bose! Don't miss out on this bargain!
    7 people found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report