JBL PartyBox Encore Essential Portable Party Speaker
Portable party speaker with powerful 100W sound, built-in dynamic light show, and splash proof design.
Portable party speaker with powerful 100W sound, built-in dynamic light show, and splash proof design.
Portable party speaker with powerful 100W sound, built-in dynamic light show, and splash proof design.
Portable party speaker with powerful 100W sound, built-in dynamic light show, and splash proof design.
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The lowest price for JBL PartyBox Encore Essential Portable Party Speaker right now is $270.00 at Myer, compared across 19 retailers.
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Upon arrival I quickly opened the JBL Party Box Encore Essential. I found the product to be very well packaged and protected by large styrofoam pieces and a protective plastic type bag. The unit has good documentation and a simple yet informative startup guide. The package comes with the Party Box itself, a charging cable, and detailed setup instructions. The unit is shown on the box and some websites with a microphone (for PA or karaoke type activites) but it must be purchased separately as the ESSENTIAL model does not include the microphone but I believe the regular Party Box Encore does comes with a wireless microphone. The unit comes partially charged but I removed the weatherproof/splash proof cover to reveal the charging port and gave it a full charge. The ... MoreUpon arrival I quickly opened the JBL Party Box Encore Essential. I found the product to be very well packaged and protected by large styrofoam pieces and a protective plastic type bag. The unit has good documentation and a simple yet informative startup guide. The package comes with the Party Box itself, a charging cable, and detailed setup instructions. The unit is shown on the box and some websites with a microphone (for PA or karaoke type activites) but it must be purchased separately as the ESSENTIAL model does not include the microphone but I believe the regular Party Box Encore does comes with a wireless microphone. The unit comes partially charged but I removed the weatherproof/splash proof cover to reveal the charging port and gave it a full charge. The full charge took around 2 hours but this charge easily gives you a full 6 hours PLUS of playback at any volume or light show setting! The Party Box includes the Bluetooth Quick Connect feature so it quickly detects any 'area' active Bluetooth connection for input and mates effortlessly! Upon connection to an audio source either wireless (or wired port in rear/USB or Aux In) the unit comes alive with the famous sound quality that JBL is so famous for producing! I love the JBL Powerful Bass Boost feature which easily takes any party or boat outing/swim party to the next level. The Pro Sound (full 100W) has very crisp highs and amazingly LOW bass for such a small unit. The unit also has an active light show that syncs to the music and has several settings from a solid type show to a flashy party style multi color mode. Unit is also Splash Proof for those boating or poolside activities that get wild... no it will not withstand being thrown IN the POOL but is not phased by an occasional splash. The ports in the rear (pictured) that are vulnerable even have nice weatherproof covers to keep the moisture and sand out of the unit! Another great feature which I have not utilized is the ability to 'bridge' 2 of these units together. If you should happen to have 2 of the units you can connect them for a truly incredible sound experience in stereo so to speak. The unit is portable and lightweight with a rubber gripped handle for easy transportation. The top control panel offers the ON/OFF Button, Light Show Customization Setting Button, Bass Boost button, Blue Tooth pairing button and a convenient rotary type volume control. You can control volume either on the unit or from whatever source you have connected! In summary this JBL unit lives up to the reputation for famous sound quality and reliable fun for any occasion. Our family has enjoyed the unit for a month and absolutely love it! We have not really found any 'cons' to the unit. It charges, booms, and just works for all the activities we have used it for! We even use it in our basement or around the house to make our time at home more enjoyable as well. One of the best products we have purchased that JBL produces!
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Requested this because I wanted decent music player to use outside by the pool. I've used other JBL wireless speakers for this purpose and I've always felt that I wanted a little bit more volume and bass than they were able to provide. When the party box arrived, I was immediately impressed by how substantial it was. It appeared solidly-built and had a good weight to it. Not too heavy, but it let you know that there was a serious speaker inside. I couldn't wait to turn it on. It quickly paired with my phone via Bluetooth and the music started pouring out. This thing really blew me away. All the volume you could ask for along with tight bass. To raise the bar a little bit more, the front of the speaker lights up with an adjustable array of light that circles the ... MoreRequested this because I wanted decent music player to use outside by the pool. I've used other JBL wireless speakers for this purpose and I've always felt that I wanted a little bit more volume and bass than they were able to provide. When the party box arrived, I was immediately impressed by how substantial it was. It appeared solidly-built and had a good weight to it. Not too heavy, but it let you know that there was a serious speaker inside. I couldn't wait to turn it on. It quickly paired with my phone via Bluetooth and the music started pouring out. This thing really blew me away. All the volume you could ask for along with tight bass. To raise the bar a little bit more, the front of the speaker lights up with an adjustable array of light that circles the speaker cone. Very cool Extra Touch in my opinion. I took it outside play sit next to the pool and walked across the yard to hear how loud it was. As I turned the volume up I realized that there was no way I was going to be able to max this thing out without having the police called. This thing was stylish and a monster at the same time. I found myself playing all different types of music just to hear how good this thing really was.. and it is that good. If you're looking for a Wireless speaker to take you to the next level, this is for you. I failed to mention it has a nice carry handle integrated into the top of the speaker making it very easy to pick up and move around. This thing would be great for tailgates, the beach, the pool or any other outdoor activity. In fact I use it in my house quite a bit as my main music source because I like the lights so much. No going wrong with this one. JBL continues to impress me with it's audio products. I would definitely recommend this highly to just about anyone looking for a substantial boombox.
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I bought jbl encore essential 3 months ago in 20k. This is my one of the best decisions I've ever made. ❤️ I wanna discuss some things with you guys Pros- -very portable. Easy to carry here and there. (It would be awesome if JBL provides a carry box too to keep it safe from scratches, dust etc. I didn't get anywhere online though i wanna purchase it.) -very powerful sound. Impressive bass and impressive vocal clarity. Whether you watch movies or listen music, it feels completely different experience with this speaker put at your side. -enough battery backup . It gives me 4-5 hours if i listen with 40-50% volume which is quite loud. (Provided lights, bass and equalizer settings stay off) Purchase it and you guys won't feel sorry even for a single day. It looks ... MoreI bought jbl encore essential 3 months ago in 20k. This is my one of the best decisions I've ever made. ❤️ I wanna discuss some things with you guys Pros- -very portable. Easy to carry here and there. (It would be awesome if JBL provides a carry box too to keep it safe from scratches, dust etc. I didn't get anywhere online though i wanna purchase it.) -very powerful sound. Impressive bass and impressive vocal clarity. Whether you watch movies or listen music, it feels completely different experience with this speaker put at your side. -enough battery backup . It gives me 4-5 hours if i listen with 40-50% volume which is quite loud. (Provided lights, bass and equalizer settings stay off) Purchase it and you guys won't feel sorry even for a single day. It looks beautiful, sounds powerful. I am planning to buy another unit too to setup a stereo sound system. 👉jbl team, please send me the link where i can purchase a carry box for it.
| Colour | Black |
| Input/Output | USB charge out- 5V/0.5A (maximum |
| Manufacturer's Warranty | 1 Year |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth Version 5.1 |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
JBL Partybox Encore Essential: 100W Sound, Built-in Dynamic Light Show, and Splash Proof Design
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Upon arrival I quickly opened the JBL Party Box Encore Essential. I found the product to be very well packaged and protected by large styrofoam pieces and a protective plastic type bag. The unit has good documentation and a simple yet informative startup guide. The package comes with the Party Box itself, a charging cable, and detailed setup instructions. The unit is shown on the box and some websites with a microphone (for PA or karaoke type activites) but it must be purchased separately as the ESSENTIAL model does not include the microphone but I believe the regular Party Box Encore does comes with a wireless microphone. The unit comes partially charged but I removed the weatherproof/splash proof cover to reveal the charging port and gave it a full charge. The ... MoreUpon arrival I quickly opened the JBL Party Box Encore Essential. I found the product to be very well packaged and protected by large styrofoam pieces and a protective plastic type bag. The unit has good documentation and a simple yet informative startup guide. The package comes with the Party Box itself, a charging cable, and detailed setup instructions. The unit is shown on the box and some websites with a microphone (for PA or karaoke type activites) but it must be purchased separately as the ESSENTIAL model does not include the microphone but I believe the regular Party Box Encore does comes with a wireless microphone. The unit comes partially charged but I removed the weatherproof/splash proof cover to reveal the charging port and gave it a full charge. The full charge took around 2 hours but this charge easily gives you a full 6 hours PLUS of playback at any volume or light show setting! The Party Box includes the Bluetooth Quick Connect feature so it quickly detects any 'area' active Bluetooth connection for input and mates effortlessly! Upon connection to an audio source either wireless (or wired port in rear/USB or Aux In) the unit comes alive with the famous sound quality that JBL is so famous for producing! I love the JBL Powerful Bass Boost feature which easily takes any party or boat outing/swim party to the next level. The Pro Sound (full 100W) has very crisp highs and amazingly LOW bass for such a small unit. The unit also has an active light show that syncs to the music and has several settings from a solid type show to a flashy party style multi color mode. Unit is also Splash Proof for those boating or poolside activities that get wild... no it will not withstand being thrown IN the POOL but is not phased by an occasional splash. The ports in the rear (pictured) that are vulnerable even have nice weatherproof covers to keep the moisture and sand out of the unit! Another great feature which I have not utilized is the ability to 'bridge' 2 of these units together. If you should happen to have 2 of the units you can connect them for a truly incredible sound experience in stereo so to speak. The unit is portable and lightweight with a rubber gripped handle for easy transportation. The top control panel offers the ON/OFF Button, Light Show Customization Setting Button, Bass Boost button, Blue Tooth pairing button and a convenient rotary type volume control. You can control volume either on the unit or from whatever source you have connected! In summary this JBL unit lives up to the reputation for famous sound quality and reliable fun for any occasion. Our family has enjoyed the unit for a month and absolutely love it! We have not really found any 'cons' to the unit. It charges, booms, and just works for all the activities we have used it for! We even use it in our basement or around the house to make our time at home more enjoyable as well. One of the best products we have purchased that JBL produces!
Requested this because I wanted decent music player to use outside by the pool. I've used other JBL wireless speakers for this purpose and I've always felt that I wanted a little bit more volume and bass than they were able to provide. When the party box arrived, I was immediately impressed by how substantial it was. It appeared solidly-built and had a good weight to it. Not too heavy, but it let you know that there was a serious speaker inside. I couldn't wait to turn it on. It quickly paired with my phone via Bluetooth and the music started pouring out. This thing really blew me away. All the volume you could ask for along with tight bass. To raise the bar a little bit more, the front of the speaker lights up with an adjustable array of light that circles the ... MoreRequested this because I wanted decent music player to use outside by the pool. I've used other JBL wireless speakers for this purpose and I've always felt that I wanted a little bit more volume and bass than they were able to provide. When the party box arrived, I was immediately impressed by how substantial it was. It appeared solidly-built and had a good weight to it. Not too heavy, but it let you know that there was a serious speaker inside. I couldn't wait to turn it on. It quickly paired with my phone via Bluetooth and the music started pouring out. This thing really blew me away. All the volume you could ask for along with tight bass. To raise the bar a little bit more, the front of the speaker lights up with an adjustable array of light that circles the speaker cone. Very cool Extra Touch in my opinion. I took it outside play sit next to the pool and walked across the yard to hear how loud it was. As I turned the volume up I realized that there was no way I was going to be able to max this thing out without having the police called. This thing was stylish and a monster at the same time. I found myself playing all different types of music just to hear how good this thing really was.. and it is that good. If you're looking for a Wireless speaker to take you to the next level, this is for you. I failed to mention it has a nice carry handle integrated into the top of the speaker making it very easy to pick up and move around. This thing would be great for tailgates, the beach, the pool or any other outdoor activity. In fact I use it in my house quite a bit as my main music source because I like the lights so much. No going wrong with this one. JBL continues to impress me with it's audio products. I would definitely recommend this highly to just about anyone looking for a substantial boombox.
I bought jbl encore essential 3 months ago in 20k. This is my one of the best decisions I've ever made. ❤️ I wanna discuss some things with you guys Pros- -very portable. Easy to carry here and there. (It would be awesome if JBL provides a carry box too to keep it safe from scratches, dust etc. I didn't get anywhere online though i wanna purchase it.) -very powerful sound. Impressive bass and impressive vocal clarity. Whether you watch movies or listen music, it feels completely different experience with this speaker put at your side. -enough battery backup . It gives me 4-5 hours if i listen with 40-50% volume which is quite loud. (Provided lights, bass and equalizer settings stay off) Purchase it and you guys won't feel sorry even for a single day. It looks ... MoreI bought jbl encore essential 3 months ago in 20k. This is my one of the best decisions I've ever made. ❤️ I wanna discuss some things with you guys Pros- -very portable. Easy to carry here and there. (It would be awesome if JBL provides a carry box too to keep it safe from scratches, dust etc. I didn't get anywhere online though i wanna purchase it.) -very powerful sound. Impressive bass and impressive vocal clarity. Whether you watch movies or listen music, it feels completely different experience with this speaker put at your side. -enough battery backup . It gives me 4-5 hours if i listen with 40-50% volume which is quite loud. (Provided lights, bass and equalizer settings stay off) Purchase it and you guys won't feel sorry even for a single day. It looks beautiful, sounds powerful. I am planning to buy another unit too to setup a stereo sound system. 👉jbl team, please send me the link where i can purchase a carry box for it.
Everywhere I take this box, it is a PARTY! Excellent sound, synchronized lights, Bluetooth connectivity (5.1), excellent bass/volume, and the ability to add dj sounds via the app. It is lightweight, and the right size to take to the pool, beach, or just listen to it at the house. The built in sturdy handle makes it easy to transport. It truly can be your only music source. If you wish to expand it by buying multiple JBL Partyboxes…you can! I also have bought the microphone and have taken to car show events where I am able to make announcements. Karaoke is a possibility too. The app that one can download supports google and Apple. From the app you can pair two speakers together, apply sound effects (dog barks/claps etc), adjust Equalizer, select light show ... MoreEverywhere I take this box, it is a PARTY! Excellent sound, synchronized lights, Bluetooth connectivity (5.1), excellent bass/volume, and the ability to add dj sounds via the app. It is lightweight, and the right size to take to the pool, beach, or just listen to it at the house. The built in sturdy handle makes it easy to transport. It truly can be your only music source. If you wish to expand it by buying multiple JBL Partyboxes…you can! I also have bought the microphone and have taken to car show events where I am able to make announcements. Karaoke is a possibility too. The app that one can download supports google and Apple. From the app you can pair two speakers together, apply sound effects (dog barks/claps etc), adjust Equalizer, select light show patterns/colors and control karaoke. Super Cool Stuff! It is splashproof IPX4 rated and the built in battery lasts about 6 hours. Mine has gone to 6.5hrs before. Size is perfect too to transport around. It only weighs 13 lbs and about 11’’Wx12”Hx16”D. It truly has big sound that is clear and loud without being harsh. It is a true JBL sound that I appreciate. If you dont want to stream music from your phone for fear of running down the battery on the phone, there is a plug in USB that will charge it while the phone plays. You can also avoid this issue all together and use a flash drive that plugs into the rear of the unit. If that isn’t enough, JBL even gave the option for a 3.5mm stereo plug so you can play from ANY device you wish. Brilliant! The speaker is a 5 1/4” woofer with 2x 1 3/4” tweeters but with 100RMS of pure amplified power. It is hard to overpower this unit. It sounds fantastic all the way through the end of the volume curve. What more is there to like? Just buy the darn thing, it is a bargain for a unit that literally can do it all for most needs.
I had high hopes for the JBL Partybox Encore Essential, but I will be returning this for an alternative. It sounds excellent for it's size, it's very light+portable, it has an awesome light feature and it has no issues with connectivity. The only issue is the battery life; I play in a softball league and we are at the fields for about 5-6 hours per session. I only get about 3.5 hours with this speaker at high volume with bass boost #1 and the light feature turned off. I previously had an ION Block Rocker Plus which lasted well over 50+ hours on a single charge. While the JBL blows the ION out of the water in terms of sound quality (there's really no comparison), I didn't have to charge it at all for the entire season (that's 9 weeks of games). If the Encore ... MoreI had high hopes for the JBL Partybox Encore Essential, but I will be returning this for an alternative. It sounds excellent for it's size, it's very light+portable, it has an awesome light feature and it has no issues with connectivity. The only issue is the battery life; I play in a softball league and we are at the fields for about 5-6 hours per session. I only get about 3.5 hours with this speaker at high volume with bass boost #1 and the light feature turned off. I previously had an ION Block Rocker Plus which lasted well over 50+ hours on a single charge. While the JBL blows the ION out of the water in terms of sound quality (there's really no comparison), I didn't have to charge it at all for the entire season (that's 9 weeks of games). If the Encore Essential lasted the advertised ~6 hours with my preferred settings, then I'd keep it since I don't mind charging it after each game. But since it can only last about halfway through our normal game day, I have little use for it. If you don't mind the limited battery life or if you have a place to keep it plugged in, then it's a great, fun little speaker.
I needed a speaker to fill a large outdoor church pavilion with music at my son's graduation open-house. When it arrived, I was a little concerned about the smaller size (I've seen some much larger versions in stores), but I was blown away by the big sound that this thing puts out. When I tried it indoors, the highest bass setting seemed to be a bit exaggerated. Once I had it in an open space though, I realized that the bass fades in the open air and needs that extra boost to keep up with the highs and mid-range. I originally considered the dancing LED lights to be more of a novelty than a necessity, but I have to admit that they do grow on you after a while. The microphone jack with adjustable gain and echo was an unexpected treat. I didn't buy it for this purpose, ... MoreI needed a speaker to fill a large outdoor church pavilion with music at my son's graduation open-house. When it arrived, I was a little concerned about the smaller size (I've seen some much larger versions in stores), but I was blown away by the big sound that this thing puts out. When I tried it indoors, the highest bass setting seemed to be a bit exaggerated. Once I had it in an open space though, I realized that the bass fades in the open air and needs that extra boost to keep up with the highs and mid-range. I originally considered the dancing LED lights to be more of a novelty than a necessity, but I have to admit that they do grow on you after a while. The microphone jack with adjustable gain and echo was an unexpected treat. I didn't buy it for this purpose, but the ability for it to double as a P.A speaker and/or for karaoke is really cool! I downloaded the party box app (android), and applied an update, then played around with the custom light patterns and sound effects. I highly recommend the app, as it can be a lot of fun to play with. I haven't tried to charge another device using the usb port. I'm not sure that I'll use this feature, but what good would a great bluetooth speaker such as this be if your phone died and you had no way to charge it? I'm also a scout leader, so my future plans are to take it to outdoor scouting events. It's supposed to be splash-proof, so it should make for a nice P.A. speaker and music source. It's a great combination of size, weight, and volume. Being wireless and splash-proof is icing on the cake. You're supposed to be able to pair this with another partybox-series speaker for stereo sound. I'm curious to hear how that works out, but for the time being, one seems to fit my needs just fine for the time being. I highly recommend this speaker. I have a couple of speakers that can fill a room with sound, but this little over-achiever can fill a much larger space and takes things to the next level.
Has a grab-and-go handle for easy transport, with an impressive built-in light show that syncs to the beat. Easily controlled & access many features with your smartphone using a free/dedicated PartyBox app. You can also plug in or run on rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Has Bluetooth, USB and AUX connectivity. The "box" really does sound great! The bass is incredible but not distorted. through the built-in and customizable strobe lights--- hours of music playback--- feature that may come in handy is that you can use the USB port to recharge your mobile device. In addition to streaming wirelessly via Bluetooth, you can also connect sound sources directly. The speaker also has a 1/4" jack for an optional wired microphone. There's also a 3.5mm stereo minijack input ... MoreHas a grab-and-go handle for easy transport, with an impressive built-in light show that syncs to the beat. Easily controlled & access many features with your smartphone using a free/dedicated PartyBox app. You can also plug in or run on rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Has Bluetooth, USB and AUX connectivity. The "box" really does sound great! The bass is incredible but not distorted. through the built-in and customizable strobe lights--- hours of music playback--- feature that may come in handy is that you can use the USB port to recharge your mobile device. In addition to streaming wirelessly via Bluetooth, you can also connect sound sources directly. The speaker also has a 1/4" jack for an optional wired microphone. There's also a 3.5mm stereo minijack input for another compatible audio source. This is truly an all-in-one speaker. Battery life is more than good enough for my requirements, even at higher volume with the lights on, while the sound quality is very crisp and clean. This JBL offering goes beyond the basics and offers additional functionality that is actually genuinely useful. Highly recommend!!!
Wow! this speaker is amazing! Music with deep bass sounds super clear and punchy without distorting clarity. The best part about it is that you can download the Partybox app and update how deep you want the bass to sound; customizations on this speaker are awesome. The light patterns can be adjusted however you'd like or if you decide that the light show is not you're taste, you can turn them off. So far, I've been setting up my speaker in my living room, bedroom and outside out in the yard. The handle at the top makes it so much easier to move around and the handle itself blends in nicely withing the speaker. The gloss trim around some of the edges makes this really nice to have displayed. I do have to say, my favorite part about this speaker is it's amazing sound ... MoreWow! this speaker is amazing! Music with deep bass sounds super clear and punchy without distorting clarity. The best part about it is that you can download the Partybox app and update how deep you want the bass to sound; customizations on this speaker are awesome. The light patterns can be adjusted however you'd like or if you decide that the light show is not you're taste, you can turn them off. So far, I've been setting up my speaker in my living room, bedroom and outside out in the yard. The handle at the top makes it so much easier to move around and the handle itself blends in nicely withing the speaker. The gloss trim around some of the edges makes this really nice to have displayed. I do have to say, my favorite part about this speaker is it's amazing sound clarity and punchy deep bass. I can't wait to show it off at my next family gathering this summer!
I cannot describe the excitement that I saw when I turned this speaker on a locker room full of 11 year old boys. We typically pump music in my son's locker room prior to hockey games. The sound is clear and crisp. The users have the ability to adjust the amount of bass output by using a convenient button on the speaker. I did not show any of the boys this button! The volume is easily controlled using the volume of the paired device or with the turn of the knob this may allow the boys to crank up the music when I turn my back. Pairing to our cellphones was easy to do and within a matter of minutes we had 3 different phones paired up. The weight of the speaker is surprisingly light and the cube shape so happens to fit really well in my trunk next to an organizer. ... MoreI cannot describe the excitement that I saw when I turned this speaker on a locker room full of 11 year old boys. We typically pump music in my son's locker room prior to hockey games. The sound is clear and crisp. The users have the ability to adjust the amount of bass output by using a convenient button on the speaker. I did not show any of the boys this button! The volume is easily controlled using the volume of the paired device or with the turn of the knob this may allow the boys to crank up the music when I turn my back. Pairing to our cellphones was easy to do and within a matter of minutes we had 3 different phones paired up. The weight of the speaker is surprisingly light and the cube shape so happens to fit really well in my trunk next to an organizer. Another nice feature of the Partybox is the power cord is just that, a cord. It is nice not having to carry around a brick when traveling with the speaker. While we love our Boombox 2, the lights, volume knob and Bass Boost make this the speaker that our team will use throughout our spring season and into the fall season. The
The JBL PartyBox Essential speaker is a more compact version in the PartyBox family...however, don't be misled...this box will bring some sound! Built for it's mobility and size the JBL PartyBox Essential is a must have for those who want to bring the party with them on the road, to the beach, the camp site, or really anywhere! Sound Quality : The very first thing I look for in JBL products in superior sound quality. Clarity and crispness is a must however I like the bass just as much. JBL does not disappoint here! When playing hip/rap music the lows carry through the room and can sometimes even rattle the wall depending on the volume. Rock music was clear and punchy. Country music surrounded you in an immersive experience. I will say that in larger rooms this ... MoreThe JBL PartyBox Essential speaker is a more compact version in the PartyBox family...however, don't be misled...this box will bring some sound! Built for it's mobility and size the JBL PartyBox Essential is a must have for those who want to bring the party with them on the road, to the beach, the camp site, or really anywhere! Sound Quality : The very first thing I look for in JBL products in superior sound quality. Clarity and crispness is a must however I like the bass just as much. JBL does not disappoint here! When playing hip/rap music the lows carry through the room and can sometimes even rattle the wall depending on the volume. Rock music was clear and punchy. Country music surrounded you in an immersive experience. I will say that in larger rooms this speaker tended to fade into the background noise though. In smaller spaces is really where this speaker should live. Also, when full volume was reached I noticed that the bass couldn't quite keep up with the rest of the sound. The bass peaks around 75% volume I believe (still a punch in chest though). Technology & Features: With every new JBL product you can expect new upgrades of technology and the PartyBox Essential is proof of that statement. Though smaller in size, JBL has found a way to pack the same JBL immersive sound in it. The battery I have found will last anywhere between 6-7 hours at 25-50% volume and less at higher volume levels. The ability to wireless pair another speaker through its "TWS" pairing system is almost flawless. Very simple. Also, this speaker is water resistant meaning it is splash resistant and rain resistant making it ready for pool, beach, or camping trips. The light show is a customizable through the JBL PartyBox App or through adjusting on the PartyBox itself. Feel and Look : The JBL PartyBox has always had a "boxy" look with "curvy" edges and this design did not veer from that much. Other than the removal of the phone slot and mounting hole on the bottom this speaker is very similar in design. It's about 1/2 the size of the JBL PartyBox 110 and about 1/3 of the weight. The classic JBL matte black grids on the speaker cover the the JBL orange logo make it stand out from the competition in looks and the hard plastic cutter core should protect from small drops and dings. All in all, this speaker looks about the same as the other JBL PartBox's but 1/3 of the weight. Conclusion : JBL continues to impress with more compact technology and the same signature sound. This PartyBox would make a great travel companion for anyone looking to take the music wherever they are.
| Colour | Black |
| Input/Output | USB charge out- 5V/0.5A (maximum |
| Manufacturer's Warranty | 1 Year |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth Version 5.1 |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
