Fender ELIE 6: Practice Amp Power in a Speaker

Fender, a company with a storied history in music, has entered the portable speaker market with its first in-house Bluetooth speakers, the ELIE series. The ELIE 6, a compact model, functions as both a traditional Bluetooth speaker and a portable amplifier for instruments and vocals. It delivers robust sound, powered by a 60-watt system and a three-way driver setup, including a rear-facing woofer. This innovative design offers a powerful audio experience that belies its size, a feature uncommon in many Bluetooth speakers.

However, Fender's inexperience with software is apparent in the ELIE 6's current offering. The device lacks a companion app, meaning users cannot access basic functions like equalization or advanced features such as guitar distortion or vocal effects. Fender has indicated that an app is planned for future release, suggesting the ELIE 6, despite its enjoyable performance, is still a developing product. The speaker's design is also noteworthy, featuring an industrial aesthetic with a vinyl-wrapped handle and a cedar block accent, reminiscent of Fender's iconic guitar amplifiers.