Pairing my JBL bluetooth speakers prompts iTunes launch

Whenever I pair my JBL Charge bluetooth speakers with my (late 2011 13") MBP running Mavericks (10.9.4 - 64-bit), iTunes (11.3.1 (2) - 64-bit) will automatically launch. Just like that, out of the blue, surprise surprise, like an annoying internet pop-up ad. Needless to say, this is extremely irritating.
I've tinkered with iTunes settings, and have also tried to find a solution in the internet. After what I consider a reasonable time (1h) I was not succesful in fixing this. I mean, come on, isn't apple all about easy going and properly functioning products? Why can't I easily find a solution to this issue? Does it even exist?
At any rate, it's quite pathetic that Apple resorts to this kind of blatant invasion of your privacy, just to get you to use iTunes. It's almost dictatorial.
Please, Apple fanboys (not saying Apple fans, which I think I am), refrain from twisting things and blaming the user.
Thanks a ton, have a great day!
Juan

Thank you very much, the info in the last link did the trick, and it was very easy.
About who is to blame, being Apple as overly proud of their perfection and flawlesness, yes, I think I have the right to blame them. My speaker is not a fancy device, it's only a bluetooth speaker from a major vendor. Also, the fact that the script only opens iTunes... it's not like Apple never tried to shove their products/ideas on everyone's face. Kind of suspicious, wouldn't you say?
I really appreaciate their products, but I do like democracy and freedom to choose as well. Maybe not the adjectives to best describe Apple. And on top of that, at least iPhone wise (also a user here), I think they're just over reaping the harvest. I don't say they ought to come up with a breakthough surprise in each iPhone iteration, but at least innovate a little. If not, I don't see the point of paying such a premium
Have a great day, and again, thanks!!!
Juan

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