Each lodge Solar Speaker 4 series 2 comes backed by a 1-year parts and labor warranty. Please refer to our complete Warranty & Repair Policy in section 7 of our Safety, Warranty, and Regulatory page.

We launched the original lodge Solar Speaker 4 on Kickstarter and IndieGogo so we could leverage our community of tech-enthusiasts and music lovers to provide us feedback on the design and functionality of the speaker.

Thanks to this invaluable feedback from our backers, we were able to make a series of updates to the Series 2 version of the speaker:

Battery & Charging

Since the speaker is solar charging, we wanted to do everything possible to reduce battery drain and extend the playtime. We made the following hardware modifications to the speaker.

• Hardware changes to the circuit board allow longer battery life in the “off” mode.
• Hardware changes provide longer shelf life (200+ days) in “ship” mode.
• New LED’s are more efficient.
  
  

Weatherproof Design

Since the speaker is built to live outside, we made additional design changes to improve the waterproofing of the speaker. 

• Improved the fit and finish of all plastics.
• Added extra polymer UV/water barrier to improve the longevity and waterproofing of the Woofer.
• Improved Tweeter design for better weatherproofing.
• Added rubber cover for the USB-C input for extra protection.
• Passed enhanced testing for both UV & water exposure confirming IP66 rating.
  
  

Additional Enhancements

• Modified the firmware to provide ‘true stereo’ and ‘bass boost’ features.
• Updated the packaging suitable for retail while maintaining sustainability and protection.

Yes! The lodge Solar Speaker 4 Series 2 has 180 square inches of solar panels covering four sides, ensuring consistent sun exposure throughout the day to keep its 15-30 hour battery charged.

To play music from the lodge speaker, just pair your phone or other Bluetooth-enabled device to start streaming in seconds.

To ensure your speaker has the latest features, download the Lodge Sound App from the Apple App Store or Google Play. The app enables easy over-the-air (OTA) updates, ensuring your speaker benefits from the latest enhancements.

Please note that the lodge Solar Speaker 4 series 2 has many improvements from the previous unit we launched with our crowdfunding campaign. These improvements have already been integrated into the retail version of the speaker on our website and at our select reseller partners.

We’re continuously working on improving the speaker's performance, quality, and ease-of-use. 'Bass boost' and 'true stereo' settings are the latest additions to the lodge Speaker feature-set. More updates are planned for release through the Lodge Sound App, including an upcoming update to add customizable EQ settings.

The lodge Solar Speaker 4 Series 2 features the latest Bluetooth technology, allowing for a reliable connection up to 100 feet away for a single speaker. For multiple speakers connected via lodgeLINK™, the effective range is 30-70 feet, depending on environmental conditions and physical obstructions.

Yes, if these devices have the ability to pair with Bluetooth speakers. However, Lodge does not incorporate a microphone or Wi-Fi so the lodge speaker cannot directly communicate to the above-mentioned devices.

Lodge Solar Speakers are Bluetooth only; a decision we made early on to ensure quick and easy connectivity, so you can start rockin’ in no time! Plus, Wi-Fi modems and routers are typically located inside, in places that hinder Wi-Fi connection outdoors.

Absolutely! This feature is a key advantage of lodge Speakers, allowing you to link an unlimited number of speakers to create an immersive soundscape in your own backyard. thanks to our lodgeLINK™ technology. Connect an unlimited number of speakers to create an immersive soundscape in your own backyard.

The speakers connect in a hub and spoke arrangement using our lodgeLINK™ technology, with the speaker you connect to your device designated as the hub speaker and all other speakers designated as spokes. Note that the more speakers you connect, the distance between them decreases.

The Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) for the lodge Solar Speaker 4 Series 2 is $449, with occasional special pricing available for bundles of 2 and 4 speakers.

In short: amazing! We spent countless hours comparing different drivers, tweeters, subs, and amplifiers, as well selecting a Bluetooth chip-set not only optimized for streaming high quality audio, but doing so over a large distance across multiple devices. And it all paid off! Everyone who has heard Lodge speakers in real life have been blown away by the quality of the sound they produce.

With 180 square inches of solar panels, the lodge Solar Speaker is always charged. As long as the its outside and the solar panels are capturing sunlight, the speaker continuously charges at a rate of 2-3 hours of playtime for every hour of sunlight exposure, ensuring its always ready to play.

For after sunset listening, the battery delivers 15-30 hours of continuous playtime depending on how loud you like to listen. Most customers find they don’t crack 50% volume often!

While there is no direct input for external devices, each lodge Solar Speaker features a USB-C port for alternative charging options and indoor listening.

We built the lodge Solar Speaker to live outside. That means withstanding a wide range of environmental conditions, from the freezing cold of the Northeast in the winter to the sweltering heat of the South in the summer. You’ll never have to worry about your lodge Solar Speakers being bested by Mother Nature; they were built for it.