X-mini II XAM4-B Mono Capsule Speaker - Black

by X-mini

• Volume controller on the speaker.
• Stowaway 3.5mm cable to get connected to your music source.
• Buddy jack as many as you like for more fun.
• Long lasting - Up to 12 hours of continues playtime using its embedded rechargeable battery.
• Charging USB cable and carry pouch are included.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4 x 3.1 x 3.1 inches ; 2.9 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001UEBN42
• Item model number: XAM4-B
• Batteries Lithium Metal batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1,946 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #5 in Electronics > Portable Audio & Video > MP3 Players & Accessories > MP3 Player Accessories > Speaker Systems
  • #88 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 20, 2009

Product Description

Color: Black

From the Manufacturer

The X-mini II Capsule Speaker is a portable capsule speaker that delivers a superb audio effects with advanced sound technologies. The compact and robust design promises easy portability with an outstanding performance over years.

High-quality audio in a tiny package

Delivering on the promise of Sound Beyond Size, the X-mini II Capsule Speaker is petite in size but massive in sound. Hook it up to your mobile phone, MP3 player or laptop, and impress your friends with this pocket-size boom-box. Pump out your tunes with crisp clear acoustics that will easily fill up a room and elevate the mood of everyone around you.

Furthermore, the X-mini II comes with an all new feature called the Buddy-Jack; X-mini II owners can now come together and connect a row of X-minis to a single music source (such as an MP3 player) to enhance the overall volume and audio clarity among a large audience. The X-mini II is the benchmark for portable sound and is the new must-have daily accessory for all media devices.

Bass Xpansion System

The innovative Bass Xpansion System offers superior bass performance and surprising low-end response from such a small speaker. The X-mini II expands to create an audio resonance chamber to increase the quality of audio output, delivering a big sound from a tiny package.

Buddy Jack lets you daisy-chain multiple speakers

3.5mm Stowaway Audio Plug

The 3.5mm audio jack is compatible with virtually all portable media players, mobile phones, and laptops. The cord tucks away under the X-mini II for easy storage when not in use.

Buddy Jack

Daisy chain X-mini Capsule Speakers for enhanced sound. Use the stowaway 3.5mm audio cable to connect multiple X-minis to create a larger overall sound. The Buddy Jack feature is great for parties, outdoor cookouts, picnics, and anywhere you need even more sound.

Rechargeable Battery

The built-in Lithium-ion battery is rechargeable via USB and offers an impressive playback time. Enjoy up to 12 hours of music from your portable devices when connected via the 3.5mm jack. A USB charging cable is included, letting you recharge your X-mini II from your laptop or desktop PC, or powered USB hub.

Available in Multiple Colors

Pick an X-mini II that matches your style or your mood. It's available in eight different colors: Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Silver, and White.

What's in the Box?

X-mini Capsule Speaker, USB charging cable, carrying pouch, user manual.

Product Description

X-mini v1.1 Capsule Speaker New generation mono speaker with a 36mm driver and built-in rechargeable battery.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3,200 of 3,283 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars Excellent sound quality, poor build quality. I've owned 3, and all 3 are dead. June 2, 2010

By A. Cooke

Color Name:Black|Amazon Verified Purchase

I'm sure this review, as with all other negative reviews, is going to get a "this was not helpful" rating. Look, I get it.. the X-Mini II is an AWESOME product and nobody should to talk bad about it, right? At least hear me out first.. because I've been using these for almost a year and have owned 3 of them. I think that earns me the right to an honest negative review. And remember, most people review products shortly after they buy them.. I've actually spent a lot of time using them.

I absolutely loved mine when I first got it. I showed it to lots of friends and all my coworkers, many of which have since bought their own. It's an excellent little speaker. The sound quality is amazing for such a small package.. the build quality feels very solid. Sadly, it's what's inside that counts.. and what's inside is junk. I've owned 3 of these speakers and all 3 are now dead. Here's the series of events that led to this bad review:

X-Mini #1 - Bought my first one about 10 months ago on Amazon. Loved everything about it. One thing that really stood out (aside from excellent audio quality) was the build quality. Very solid construction. I liked it so much I bought another one for a family member, which we'll call X-Mini #2.

X-Mini #2 - Worked fine, but I noticed the build quality wasn't as good as the first one I bought. The once soft rubber-like audio cable was now stiff, cheap, shiny plastic. The power switch was now flimsy and didn't operate as solidly as my first one. The sound wasn't quite as good, and it was a tiny bit lighter weight. After about 1 month, I started having audio hiccups from it and had to contact the store (possibly power surges?). They sent me a replacement and let me keep this one. The replacement they sent me is X-Mini #3.

X-Mini #3 - Same lower-quality construction. By this point it was obvious that X-Mi had started to cheap out on the materials of the speaker. The once rock-solid speaker now feels like a cheap toy. About two weeks after owning this speaker, the battery stopped working. It no longer holds a charge and has to be plugged in via USB or a wall outlet in order to play sound. I'm not going to bother the company I bought this one from because they already sent me a free replacement.. now it's up to X-Mi.

Now I have 1 good speaker (my original), one defective one, and one with a dead battery, right? Wrong.

Back to X-Mini #1 - My beloved original, now, after 10 months of light use (maybe 3 hours a week), is dead. The battery is having the same issue as X-Mini #3. It will no longer play sound without being attached to external power.

I'm done with these things. I want to love it.. I really do.. and several months ago I would have given this thing 6 out of 5 stars if it were possible. I can no longer do that. They simply don't last. I'm extremely disappointed with X-Mi for cheaping out on materials and have sent them an email explaining this.

If you've been able to snag one that lasts longer than a year, consider yourself lucky. I envy you.

759 of 781 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great sound from this SMALL speaker! October 13, 2009

By Drake

Color Name:Black|Amazon Verified Purchase

Length: 2:15 Mins

(Video) Could have been better quality, but too large and wouldn't upload.

First off, This speaker is incredible for it's size. There is almost no distortion in sound when playing on MAX volume. It comes with a USB splitter, to charge and a 3.5mm plug so that you can connect multiple X Mini II's together. It also comes with a handy bag to store your X Mini II in. I had an Altec Lansing iM207 before this, and the X Mini II blew the iM207 away!!!. The size difference was one thing, and the sound quality was another. The iM207 also ran on 3 AAA batteries. There will also be distortion in the iM207 on full volume. The playtime with the batteries was terrible. I had to switch batteries every week, with only around 20minutes of playtime each day. For the X Mini II, it can play up to 8 hours. There are also LED indicators of when you need to charge again, and when it is fully charged.

155 of 158 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Cutest little speaker you'll be likely to see February 17, 2010

By T. Niccum

Color Name:Red

My wife and I had been on a recent trip to the tropics and a few days it rained to the point that we really couldn't be outside much. Stuck in our room, we turned to my iPhone. I had loaded up some comedy CDs from iTunes prior to our trip. If we laid quitely on the bed we could listen to the iPhone, and it was OK, but about what you'd expect. Weak volume, tinny, etc. When we got home I thought I'd research to see if there were very light, easy to transport speakers. Being a fairly light packer I wanted my solution to be very small and light.

I stumbled on the X-Mini II on Amazon during my research, and ordered it. What a nice surprise. The speaker is not much bigger than a golf ball, but expands a bit when you twist it - there's an accordian-like structure that allows it to elongate. You don't have to do that, but the sound seems a bit better if you do. The x-mini comes with a small USB to USB-mini cable for recharging. Mine came fully charged and I used it for an hour or so... it didn't need to be recharged even then. Since i carry an iPhone I always have some way of charging that device, and whatever method I use will also work with the x-mini.

The sound was quite surprisingly good. Deep and as loud as I can imagine needing it. I don't know if you could use it for a big party, but I'm sure in a room with several people it would be just fine. I think you'll be surprised by how good it sounds.