Can the Turtlebox Original Gen 3 float?

Yes. It is buoyant and rated IP-67, so it floats and survives being submersed up to 3 feet for 30 minutes in fresh or salt water.

How many speakers can I pair in Party Mode?

Party Mode links multiple Turtlebox Originals, and the brand describes the pairing as unlimited. Two Originals can also be set as left and right for stereo.

How long does the battery last?

Turtlebox rates it at up to three days on a single charge. Real-world time depends on volume and how much you use the USB-C charging output.

Can it charge my phone?

Yes. It has a USB-C output for charging devices, so it doubles as a power bank on trips.

Does it have an app or EQ?

No. Controls are on the speaker itself: touch buttons for play/pause, next, volume, stereo pairing and Party Mode. There is no companion app or adjustable EQ.

Is it good for a boat?

It is built for it. The waterproof, buoyant body, stainless steel tie-downs and rubber feet suit boat decks, and Bluetooth 5.4 reaches up to 100 feet.

Where can I buy the Ole Miss Turtlebox Original Gen 3 Portable Speaker?

12 stores we checked sell it, including Kenco Outfitters, Saint Bernard, Scheels, Onward Reserve, Best Buy.

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Q: Where is the Ole Miss Turtlebox Original Gen 3 Portable Speaker cheapest?

At Kenco Outfitters, for $429.95, as of our latest check.

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What reviewers say

Owners treat the Original Gen 3 as a take-anywhere speaker for boats, sawmills and outdoor work. They praise its volume and its survival in water, dust and drops. Some find it bulky and note that the sound favors loudness over refinement.

What people mention

DurabilityPraisedOwners report it keeps working around water, dust and rough handling.
VolumePraisedUsers say it stays clear and loud at full volume outdoors.
BatteryPraisedOwners describe multi-day use on a single charge.
SizeCriticisedSome find it heavy and awkward to carry compared with smaller speakers.
Sound qualityMixedReviewers like the bass and mids but say it favors loudness over fine detail.

About the Ole Miss Turtlebox Original Gen 3 Portable Speaker

The Turtlebox Original Gen 3 is a portable Bluetooth speaker built for outdoor use. It is waterproof, buoyant, and resistant to drops, crushing and dust. It is rated IP-67 for fresh and saltwater and can be submerged up to 3 feet for 30 minutes.

A Class D digital amplifier drives a 1-inch titanium tweeter and a 6 x 9 inch woofer. The speaker reaches 120 decibels. Stainless steel tie-downs and rubber feet keep it stable.

Touch controls handle stereo pairing, Party Mode, play/pause, next track and volume. Party Mode lets you pair any number of Originals together. Two Originals can also be paired as left and right speakers for stereo sound. The USB-C output can charge a device.

Water resistance

IP-67, fresh and saltwater, buoyant, submersible up to 3 feet for 30 minutes

Durability

Drop-proof, crush-proof and dust-proof

Battery

85Wh lithium-ion, up to 3 days on a single charge

Connectivity

Bluetooth 5.4, range up to 100 feet

Pairing

Party Mode with unlimited speakers; left/right stereo pairing with two Originals

Controls

Touch controls for stereo pairing, Party Mode, play/pause, next and volume