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Libratone Zipp

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User ratings:
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4.3 out of 5
42 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
47 %
3 stars
9 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.3 / 5
Editorial reviews:
47
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4.1 out of 5
23 user ratings
5 stars
26 %
4 stars
69 %
3 stars
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2 stars
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Pros

  • spacious soundstage and a pleasingly punchy bass response
  • spherical design means it also looks better than its predecessor
  • convenient and attractive handle

Cons

  • treble frequencies distort a little at peak volume
  • its soundstage is a tad disappointing as it is rather closed
  • aren t lost among the lower frequencies

Key specs

  • yes
  • no
  • 10 h

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Libratone Zipp - Pros & Cons

Libratone Zipp

Pros

  • spacious soundstage and a pleasingly punchy bass response
  • spherical design means it also looks better than its predecessor
  • convenient and attractive handle
  • stunning design and beautiful set of colours
  • extensive steaming features and superb sound quality
  • new ways of thinking
  • new connections
  • and new industries
  • sound and audio is well balanced
  • Highs are energetic and violins are represented with good timbre
  • Zipp is quite capable of keeping up with the more energetic rhythms

Cons

  • treble frequencies distort a little at peak volume
  • its soundstage is a tad disappointing as it is rather closed
  • aren t lost among the lower frequencies
  • the setup process on Android would never work for us when using a Google Nexus 6
  • fiddly setup process over Android
  • The speaker is not waterproof or rugged
  • never allows the open top end to sound too bright
  • battery life is relatively poor
  • Zipp's construction is a touch plain and uninspiring
  • have your phone to hand to use this feature
  • the sound coming out of one speaker does not have to be tied down to a single room

Libratone Zipp - Technical Overview

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IconPeak power
60 W
Best:
Devialet Phantom
Peak power: 4500 W
IconWeight
1500 g
Best:
Philips BT2650
Weight: 0.21 g
IconPlayback time
10 h
Best:
Music Angel Mini Best Friendz
Playback time: 120 h

Libratone - Video Reviews (9)

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Libratone Zipp - Full Specifications

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Sound
Channels2.1
Low frequency60.0 Hz
High frequency20.0 kHz
Peak power60.0 W
Number of drivers3
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Dimensions
Height10.28 in
Width4.8 in
Depth4.8 in
Weight52.91 oz
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Features
Docking station for mobile/Tabletno
Radio receiveryes
Smart speaker (virtual assistant)no
Streaming standards
  • AirPlay
  • Spotify Connect
USB input portyes
Power bankyes
Water resistantno
Built-in microphoneyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Graphite,Grey
  • Green
  • Grey
  • Purple
  • Red
  • Silver,White
  • White
  • Yellow
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Connectivity
USByes
USB version2.0
Other connectors
  • Ethernet
  • Headphone output
AUX inyes
Source of connection
  • iOS App
  • Android App
  • Windows Phone App
  • Mac App
  • PC App
  • Integrated in Speaker
Aptx Supportno
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth codecaptX
Bluetooth profileAPT-X
Wired inputs
3.5mm
Bluetooth version4.0
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)1
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
AirPlayyes
DLNAyes
NFCyes
Headphone Portyes
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Power
Battery operatedyes
USB poweredyes
Electric (not USB)yes
Battery typeLi-Ion
Playback time10.0 h
Battery life (max)8.0 h

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Libratone Zipp Libratone - Editorial Reviews (47)

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Libratone Zipp Libratone Zipp review
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TechRadar
Published: 26.06.2017
Libratone Zipp review
4.0

An excellent sounding home speaker you can also take on the go

Libratone Zipp Libratone Zipp Review: A Sweet-Sounding, Great-Looking Airplay Speaker That's Easy to Use
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Gizmodo
Published: 12.10.2012
Libratone Zipp Review: A Sweet-Sounding, Great-Looking Airplay Speaker That's Easy to Use

There will be wireless speakers in the future. Whether they will use DLNA, AirPlay, or Bluetooth isn't certain—none of those technologies are quite perfect yet. But some, like Libratone's new Zipp AirPlay speaker, are very close. And it's better the previous Libratone Live in nearly every way.

Libratone Zipp Libratone ZIPP, Is It Worth the Extra $50 Over the ZIPP MINI?
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GearDiary
Published: 24.05.2016
Libratone ZIPP, Is It Worth the Extra $50 Over the ZIPP MINI?

We recently took a look at the new Libratone ZIPP MINI. I was impressed with the design, the features and, especially, the sound. The ZIPP MINI is, as the name suggests, the smaller version of

Libratone Zipp Review: Libratone Zipp(s) powerful sound into stunning design
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Cult of Mac
Published: 08.06.2016
Review: Libratone Zipp(s) powerful sound into stunning design

The new Libratone Zipp Wi-Fi speaker makes a good design even better, delivering superior sound and adding great new features.

Libratone Zipp Libratone Zipp Review
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TOP NEW Review
Published: 12.12.2015
Libratone Zipp Review

Libratone is back once again with a new and upgraded edition to its previous Zipp line of Bluetooth speakers. We’ll get the Sonos comparisons out of the way early and state that the Libratone actually has a few unique features that put it ahead of the competition. Firstly, it does not require a power outlet […]

Libratone Zipp Libratone Zipp review: Portable AirPlay speaker has trade-offs
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CNET
Published: 27.03.2013
Libratone Zipp review: Portable AirPlay speaker has trade-offs
3.5

The Libratone Zipp uses a Wi-Fi-based protocol called PlayDirect to make connected music playback easier than ever. It works like a dream, but the trade-off may not be one you're willing to make.

Libratone Zipp Libratone ZIPP AirPlay Speaker review! (video)
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TechnoBuffalo
Published: 21.10.2012
Libratone ZIPP AirPlay Speaker review! (video)

I recently met with the CEO of a high-end speaker company called Libratone to discuss his latest and most affordable product yet, the Libratone ZIPP. It uses AirPlay, which means you can wireless play audio from any number of iOS devices directly to the speaker. Since it uses Wi-Fi networks instead of Bluetooth, however, the sound quality is much, much better than what you can expect...

Libratone Zipp Libratone Zipp wireless speakers review: Great looks, good sound, lots of features
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Macworld
Published: 30.03.2016
Libratone Zipp wireless speakers review: Great looks, good sound, lots of features

The Zipp and Zipp Mini sound good, but they illustrate the distinction between a multi-room audio system and a whole-home audio system.

Libratone Zipp Libratone Zipp AirPlay & PlayDirect Speaker Review
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Booredatwork
Published: 06.11.2012
Libratone Zipp AirPlay & PlayDirect Speaker Review

[ad#ad-1]The Libratone Zipp is a Libratone Zipp is an easy-to-use, wireless sound system wrapped in changeable Italian wool. Stream your...

Libratone Zipp The best Bluetooth speaker to buy right now (2018)
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The Verge
Published: 01.09.2017
The best Bluetooth speaker to buy right now (2018)
4.5

With each passing year, the portable Bluetooth speaker category gets better options at lower prices.

Libratone Zipp Review: Libratone Zipp Wireless Speaker
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Sound & Vision
Published: 10.10.2012
Review: Libratone Zipp Wireless Speaker

As a guy who spends a lot of his life on biztrips and bike tours, I find Apple’s AirPlay wireless audio technology to be almost useless. Give me Bluetooth, baby! Bluetooth lets me haul my Soundmatters FoxLv2 to exotic locales (Houston, Indianapolis, etc.), zap it with music or Internet radio from my Motorola Droid Pro or my iPod touch, and enjoy the same listening options on the road that I have at home—minus my vinyl collection and turntable, of course.But the new Libratone Zipp makes AirPlay almost as convenient as Bluetooth.

Libratone Zipp GeekDad Review: Libratone ZIPP Nordic Black Multi-Room Wireless Speaker - GeekDad
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GeekDad
Published: 26.05.2017
GeekDad Review: Libratone ZIPP Nordic Black Multi-Room Wireless Speaker - GeekDad

Looking for a premium, multi-room wireless audio system? A Father's Day gift, perhaps? Look no further than the Libratone ZIPP.

Libratone Zipp Review: Libratone Zipp
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WIRED
Published: 23.04.2016
Review: Libratone Zipp
3.0

Libratone's newest speaker does both AirPlay and Bluetooth, and lets you link multiple speakers together.

Libratone Zipp Libratone Zipp Review
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SoundGuys
Published: 26.05.2016
Libratone Zipp Review
4.0

The Libratone Zipp is a good sounding speaker with some cool features. We just wish those features worked perfectly every time.

Libratone Zipp Libratone Zipp & Zipp Mini Portable Wi-Fi Speakers
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Sound & Vision
Published: 07.03.2016
Libratone Zipp & Zipp Mini Portable Wi-Fi Speakers

One of the hottest trends in consumer electronics is multi-room speaker systems. While single, portable Bluetooth speakers are fine for travel and using outdoors, many people are seeking simple and elegant solutions for whole-home listening.

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