How To Connect JBL Speakers To Computer and laptop

By Robert Jones · 2021-05-16

If you have a JBL speaker you can connect it to your

## Getting Your JBL Speakers Talking to Your Computer Right then, you've got a cracking JBL speaker – maybe it's a Flip, a Charge, or even something beefier. And you want to get your tunes from your laptop or PC through it. Makes sense. I do this all the time in my workshop, usually with some good old rock and roll while I'm tinkering with crossovers. It’s not rocket science, but there are a few ways to go about it, depending on what your JBL speaker has on offer and what sort of computer you’re using. We’ll cover the main ones. ### Bluetooth: The Wireless Wonder This is probably the easiest way for most of you. Most JBL portable speakers, and a good few of their home setups these days, come with Bluetooth. Your laptop or even most desktop PCs (especially newer ones, or if you’ve added a Bluetooth dongle) will have it too. I’ve got a JBL Xtreme 2 I sometimes use in the garden, paired with my old MacBook Air. It’s a doddle. Here’s the basic gist: 1. **Speaker Prep:** First off, make sure your JBL speaker is charged up. Then, find the Bluetooth pairing button. It usually has that little curvy "B" symbol, sometimes it’s labelled "Pair," or it might even be shared with the power button – give it a press and hold until you hear a little chime or see an LED light flashing. That means it’s ready to be found. 2. **Computer Side:** * **Windows 10/11:** Head to your