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Like that newest season of our favorite show, the JBL Charge is back and better than ever. The Charge 6 is everything we've come to love with new twists, higher stakes, and a bigger punch. With sound that slaps like never before, better connectivity, sturdier build, and up to 28 hours of playtime, the Charge 6 is a portable audio beast. How do we pack more sound in the same iconic portable speaker package? With some redesigned hardware and our brand new JBL AI Sound Boost - a clever audio processing algorithm we've included under the hood. The end result? The Charge 6 hits way above it's weight class, filling our space with full, rich, immersive sound - without taking more space on our table. The Charge 6 is also one of the toughest portable speakers out there. It's waterproof, dustproof and drop-proof so it takes a beating without missing a beat. And, true to its name, the Charge 6 still includes a built-in powerbank to charge your mobile device while you continue to jam out to your tunes. What could be better than a new JBL Charge 6 in our lives? How about two? or four? Now we can effortlessly connect with other Auracast-enabled JBL speakers to cover more ground (and more ears) with the same playlist, whether we're throwing the most sensational rooftop soiree or getting the crowd hyped before the ultimate pickle ball tourney. This is THE JBL Charge 6. Portable audio like we've never heard it before.
  • Key Specs
    • Speaker Pairing: true (Wirelessly connect the speaker to another compatible speaker for a more immersive sound experience or multi-room audio. Pairing may require use of an app or additional setup.)
    • Speakerphone: false
    • Wireless: true
    • Rechargeable: true
    • USB Device Charging: true
  • General
    • Brand: JBL
    • Model Number: JBLCHARGE6BLKAM
    • Product Name: Charge 6 Portable Wireless Speaker
    • Color: Black
  • Audio
    • Number of Speakers: 2
    • Peak Power Handling: 45 watts (The maximum amount of power an electronic device, like a speaker, can handle without damage. This refers to short bursts of power, while root mean square (RMS) power handling indicates the amount of continuous power a device can sustain. Higher levels of distortion can also occur at peak power levels when the device is powered beyond its recommended usage.)
    • Minimum Frequency Response: 56 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
    • Maximum Frequency Response: 20000 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
    • Speaker Pairing: true (Wirelessly connect the speaker to another compatible speaker for a more immersive sound experience or multi-room audio. Pairing may require use of an app or additional setup.)
    • Radio Tuner: false
  • Voice
    • Speakerphone: false
    • Built-In Microphone: false
  • Connectivity
    • Wireless: true
    • Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • Bluetooth Version: 5.4 (The Bluetooth specification formalized by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group. All versions of the Bluetooth standard are backwards compatible with previous versions.)
  • Features
    • Protective Qualities: Shock resistant, Waterproof, Water resistant
    • Maximum Depth of Water Resistance: 4.9 feet (Measurement of the maximum depth of water in which the product is able to resist some degree of water penetration.)
  • Power
    • Rechargeable: true
    • Battery Life (up to): 28 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • Battery Charge Time: 3 hours (Battery charge time will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. Charging time will likely decrease with time and usage of the battery.)
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion polymer
    • USB Device Charging: true
    • Fast Charging: 10min Charge=150min Battery Life (Quick charge technologies typically use higher voltages and/or charging interfaces to fill a device's battery capacity faster than standard charging speeds.)
    • Wireless Charging: false
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 3.9 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 3.7 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 2.18 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 Year Limited
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 Year Limited
  • Other
    • UPC: 050036407441

Like that newest season of our favorite show, the JBL Charge is back and better than ever. The Charge 6 is everything we've come to love with new twists, higher stakes, and a bigger punch. With sound that slaps like never before, better connectivity, sturdier build, and up to 28 hours of playtime, the Charge 6 is a portable audio beast. How do we pack more sound in the same iconic portable speaker package? With some redesigned hardware and our brand new JBL AI Sound Boost - a clever audio processing algorithm we've included under the hood. The end result? The Charge 6 hits way above it's weight class, filling our space with full, rich, immersive sound - without taking more space on our table. The Charge 6 is also one of the toughest portable speakers out there. It's waterproof, dustproof and drop-proof so it takes a beating without missing a beat. And, true to its name, the Charge 6 still includes a built-in powerbank to charge your mobile device while you continue to jam out to your tunes. What could be better than a new JBL Charge 6 in our lives? How about two? or four? Now we can effortlessly connect with other Auracast-enabled JBL speakers to cover more ground (and more ears) with the same playlist, whether we're throwing the most sensational rooftop soiree or getting the crowd hyped before the ultimate pickle ball tourney. This is THE JBL Charge 6. Portable audio like we've never heard it before.

  • Powerful JBL Pro Sound with AI Sound Boost: How do we make an already great speaker even better? It helps that we have some of the best engineers in the game retooling our kit to deliver our most realistic sound reproduction yet. We also added our new proprietary tech, AI Sound Boost, which analyzes your music in real-time to deliver maximum acoustic performance with less distortion. Surprisingly rich, powerful bass and crisp higher frequencies give the Charge 6 a whole new reason to humble brag.
  • Up to 28 hours of playtime: Keep the mood alive for 24 hours on a single charge - and when we really need to squeeze some extra juice out of our jubilee, or another dance with our darling, we can get an extra 4 hours with JBL Playtime Boost.
  • Multi-speaker connection by Auracast: Wouldn't it be great to share the vibes with our tribe? Now we can. With Auracast, we can effortlessly stereo pair two Charge 6 speakers for a wider sound stage and connect multiple Auracast-enabled JBL speakers to cover more ground with the same playlist.
  • Waterproof, dustproof, and drop-proof: Have you ever dropped your speaker, had it roll down a dusty hill and land in a lake? Believe it or not, it happens. So, we built the JBL Charge 6 to be as life-proof as they come. On top of our legendary waterproof and dust-proof design (industry-leading IP681), we've also made sure that if you drop it from 1-meter onto a concrete floor, it'll keep kicking. But please, don't go throwing your speaker around just to flex on your friends. Throw parties instead.
  • Sturdy handle strap: Now we can carry our sound our way with a handy removable handle strap - for those of us who love to make it from the car to the house in one trip no matter the cost.
  • Fast charge: No need for the low battery blues when you can give your Charge 6 a quick boost! 10 minutes on the charger gets you up to 150 minutes of playtime.
  • Built-in powerbank: No need to put the party on pause. Our built-in powerbank lets you charge your mobile device2 while jamming out to your tunes.
  • Lossless Audio Playback: When music goes lossless it gets that much better. For the real audio aficionados, we've made lossless audio possible by plugging into your laptop or other audio device via our USB-C port3. But, of course, in order for it to work, you need a compatible lossless audio source4.
  • JBL Portable app: It's an app. We've all used them, and they can come in real handy. The JBL Portable app gives you access to support, updates, and customizable audio controls - so you can get just the right sound to suit your mood at any moment.
  • Recycled plastic and fabric, plus FSC certified paper packaging: The JBL Charge 6 incorporates post-consumer recycled plastic and fabric for the speaker grille. It's also packaged in FSC-certified paper printed with soy ink.
Whats Included
  • Charge 6 Speaker
  • Carrying Strap
Disclaimers
  • 1Based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes.
  • 2JBL Charge 6 powerbank doesn’t support laptop computer charging.
  • 3 Feature available via JBL Portable App OTA (Over The Air) software update
  • 4Requires compatible lossless audio content from supported apps/ services.

Q: Is the JBL Charge 6 waterproof?

A: Yes, the Charge 6 is waterproof, dustproof, and drop-proof with an IP68 rating. It can withstand being dropped from 1 meter onto concrete and being submerged in water up to 4.9 feet deep.

Q: How does the JBL AI Sound Boost work?

A: JBL AI Sound Boost is an audio processing algorithm that analyzes music in real-time to deliver maximum acoustic performance with less distortion, resulting in rich bass and crisp higher frequencies.

Q: How long does it take to charge the JBL Charge 6?

A: The JBL Charge 6 takes 3 hours to fully charge.

Q: Does the JBL Charge 6 have a built-in power bank?

A: Yes, the JBL Charge 6 has a built-in power bank that allows you to charge your mobile device while listening to music.

Q: Does the JBL Charge 6 support lossless audio playback?

A: Yes, the JBL Charge 6 supports lossless audio playback when connected to a compatible lossless audio source via the USB-C port.

Q: What is the battery life of the JBL Charge 6?

A: The JBL Charge 6 has up to 28 hours of playtime on a single charge.

Q: Can I connect multiple JBL Charge 6 speakers together?

A: Yes, you can connect multiple Auracast-enabled JBL speakers, including the Charge 6, together for a wider sound stage or to cover more area with the same playlist.

Q: Does the JBL speaker comes with an USB cable to charge it?

A: Thanks for your question. Our JBL Charge 6 doesn't come with a Type-C cable. In efforts to reduce the environmental impact of our electronic equipment, we decided to remove the chargers in our newest models as most consumers already has a charger in their homes that they can use to charge our portable speakers.

JBL - Charge 6 Portable Wireless Speaker - Black

Model: JBLCHARGE6BLKAM
SKU: 6611485
$199.99
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