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Etón Rukus XL Portable solar-powered Bluetooth® speaker system

Item # 710RUKUSXL

Ready for some rowdy fun in the sun? So's the Etón Rukus XL.

Ready for some rowdy fun in the sun? So's the Etón Rukus XL.

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Item # 710RUKUSXL

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About the Etón Rukus XL

Ralph Graves
Ready for some rowdy fun in the sun? So's the Etón Rukus XL. This solar-powered speaker system was made for the great outdoors. Stream music wirelessly via Bluetooth from your compatible smartphone, tablet or other portable device. And remember, you're not limited to the songs stored on your device. Enjoy audio from any app or Internet source you can access. Beats Music™, Pandora® Internet radio, Spotify®, YouTube™ — if you can hear it on your device, you'll hear it through the Rukus XL.

Ready for some rowdy fun in the sun? So's the Etón Rukus XL. This solar-powered speaker system was made for the great outdoors. Stream music wirelessly via Bluetooth from your compatible smartphone, tablet or other portable device. And remember, you're not limited to the songs stored on your device. Enjoy audio from any app or Internet source you can access. Beats Music™, Pandora® Internet radio, Spotify®, YouTube™ — if you can hear it on your device, you'll hear it through the Rukus XL.

Eton Rukus XL solar-powered bluetooth speaker system

Conveniently store your smartphone in the center compartment.

Solar or AC operation

The Rukus XL delivers about eight hours of continuous operation from its built-in rechargeable batteries. The system can completely recharge in six hours via its flip-up solar panel, depending on available sunlight. Can't wait that long? Its AC adapter will do the job twice as fast (and keep the Rukus XL powered up and playing at the same time). The system's USB charging port lets you recharge your smartphone or other portable — even when the Rukus XL is running on battery power.

Big sound for big spaces

When it comes to sound, the Rukus XL doesn't hold back. Two woofers handle the mids and bass, while two tweeters produce clear highs. Four passive bass radiators reinforce the low tones, giving your music a big, full-bodied sound.

Ready to go

The Rukus XL was designed for convenient portability. Just grab the system by its integrated handle in the front and go. The solar panel flips down, facing outward on the back so it can keep charging. There's a built-in storage compartment for your smartphone to keep it safely out of the way. The rubberized frame is water-resistant, so the Rukus XL can keep raising a ruckus rain or shine.

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Product highlights:

  • for smartphones, tablets, and other portable devices with built-in Bluetooth
  • 2 tweeters, 2 woofers and 4 passive radiators for stronger bass
  • selectable bass boost
  • flip-up solar panel operates in full sunlight and cloudy conditions
  • built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack with up to 8 hours continuous operation
  • rugged, splash-proof rubberized design
  • strong, lightweight aluminum frame
  • USB port for mobile device charging
  • built-in storage compartment for smartphone or other small portable device
  • stereo minijack auxiliary input
  • AC adapter
  • weight: 7 lbs.
  • 14-1/2"W x 8-1/8"H x 5-1/4"D
  • warranty: 1 year
  • MFR # NRKS300S

What's in the box:

  • Portable Bluetooth speaker system (w/ solar panel)
  • AC power adapter (w/ attached 6' DC cord)
  • User Manual
  • Warrning/Caution note
  • Limited Warranty/Product Registration

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Features & specs

Connections
Ethernet Port No
USB-A Port No
USB-B Port No
USB-C Port No
3.5mm Input 1
RCA Input No
XLR Input No
Phono Input No
Digital Input No
HDMI Input No
Headphone Jack No
Subwoofer Output No
Wireless Features
Bluetooth Built-in
Wi-Fi No
Wi-Fi Bands No
Stereo Speaker Pairing ---
Driver Details
Tweeter Size (Inches) ---
Tweeter Type Dome
Tweeter Material Not given
Midrange Size (Inches) ---
Midrange Type Cone
Woofer Size (Inches) ---
Woofer Type ---
Audio Specs
Watts RMS (Continuous) 22
Watts Maximum (Peak) Not given
Frequency Response Not given
Max. Digital Audio Bit Depth N/A
Max. Digital Audio Sample Rate N/A
High-res Audio Playback
From Network No
From USB Thumb Drive (USB-A) No
From Computer (USB-B) No
Streaming Compatibility
Apple AirPlay No
Apple AirPlay 2 No
DTS Play-Fi No
Chromecast built-in No
Roon No
Sonos No
HEOS No
MusicCast No
SoundTouch No
Bose Home Speaker No
WiSA No
BluOS No
Klipsch Stream No
KEF Stream No
Music Services
Amazon Music No
Apple Music No
iHeart Radio No
Pandora No
Qobuz No
SiriusXM No
Spotify No
Tidal No
TuneIn No
YouTube Music No
Control
Handheld Remote No
Control by app N/A
Amazon Alexa No
Google Assistant No
Other Specs
Width (Inches) 14.3125
Height (Inches) 8.8175
Depth (Inches) 5.25
Parts Warranty 1 Year
Labor Warranty 1 Year

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Features

8 Speaker System w/ Bass Boost: The Eton Rukus XL employs eight full-range speaker drivers (two tweeters, two woofers, and four passive radiators) powered by a built-in 22W amplifier. A bass boost function enhances bass output of the system.

Bluetooth Audio Streaming: The Rukus XL offers Bluetooth A2DP connectivity to wirelessly play music from almost any Bluetooth-enabled smart phone, tablet, or computer. With quick one-touch pairing, the Rukus XL can instantly connect to most Bluetooth-enabled devices (not compatible with all Bluetooth devices). You can control basic playback functions (Play/Pause, Previous/Next Track, Fast Forward/Reverse) from the powered speaker's top-panel controls.

Aux Input: The Eton Rukus XL is fitted with a 3.5mm auxiliary input to connect a non-Bluetooth audio device that features an audio or headphone output.

Rechargeable Battery + Solar Panel: The Rukus XL features an integrated solar panel that generates enough power to play your music all day long. When it gets dark, the internal lithium battery will keep the music going for up to 8 hours. It takes less than 5 hours in direct sunlight to fully charge the Rukus XL's rechargeable battery. You can also use the included AC adapter to power and charge the Rukus XL; takes up to 2.5 hours.

USB Charger: The Eton Rukus XL has a USB type-A output (5V/500mA) to charge most smartphones and other mobile devices.

Portable Design: The Rukus XL is lightweight and has an integrated handle making it easy to carry around. The integrated protective cover & elastic strap securely protects your device during playback, charging, and transport.

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Customer Q&A

3 questions already asked

Q
When I play music from my iPhone 4s through the auxiliary cord, it sounds great. But when I play through Bluetooth, the sound is significantly less impressive with not near enough volume even when my phone and the ruckus are turned up all the way. Anyone else have this problem?? Advice?
joe  Jun 14, 2014
2 answers
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Sound is excellent thru Bluetooth for me but I'm using a Samsung. I never needed to use a cord.
michael  Jun 15, 2014
A
Joe, I have a lg g2 android phone. I mostly use Pandora thru Bluetooth. My volume on the phone is usually turned up to three quarters and the ruckus near full volume. I listen on my boat with the ruckus two to eight feet away. The sound is clear and loud. I've found that the bluetooth volume is quite a bit louder than through the aux input. Different phones process and amplify sound differently. All I can say is try another phone to try and isolate the issue.
david  Jun 15, 2014
Q
What is the Bluetooth range on this device?
gaurav  Feb 01, 2014
3 answers
A
When Indoors, With A Few Obstacles (I.e., Wall, Dresser) About 15-20 Feet. Not Sure When obstacle-Free because I Usually Leave My Phone In The Rukus When Outside. I Hope This Helps!
isaiah h. t.  Feb 17, 2014
A
This depends upon the strength and location of the audio source.
roger l  Feb 02, 2014
A
30 ft radius
gregory  Feb 01, 2014
Q
Is the sound loud enough to be heard over beach noise (high winds and waves)?
sandee  Dec 09, 2013
5 answers
A
Thanks for info! Helps me to make my decision
sandee  Dec 09, 2013
A
Thanks for the information. We have purchased 4 different speakers that were not loud enough so I wanted to be sure
sandee  Dec 09, 2013
A
Definitely loud enough. But please keep in mind the louder you play it, the less time the battery lasts. Also, keep in mind that the volume is also affected by the volume of the source material. The volume range is not narrow, but it is not infinite either.
darryll  Dec 09, 2013
A
The sound is substantial in about a 30 feet radius, it punches out clear sound. I use it in machine shop setting, it works out great!
gregory  Dec 09, 2013
A
Absolutely. We bought this specifically for that purpose, and it does that and then some. We are constantly getting asked about this speaker by strangers who can hear our music. It holds a charge for a long time, too and even charges other devices through it's USB port. This speaker is so worth the investment.
jessica  Dec 09, 2013

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