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JBL Go 4 vs Budget Audio: 4 Buying Mistakes That Cost Me $1,100

Posted 2026-08-07 by Elise Marceau

Practical comparison of the JBL Go 4 against cheap Bluetooth speakers, the Gemini AS-2112BT 12" 1,500W powered loudspeaker, a wooden loudspeaker, and the Cerus power amplifier. After $2,400 in documented buying mistakes, I share what cheap audio really costs—with specs, JBL speakers news, price references, and a total-cost buying framework.

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