JBL - PartyBox Encore Essential 2 - Portable party speaker - 2025 - Black
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- 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
- General
- Brand: JBL
- Model Number: JBLPBENCOREESS2AM
- Product Name: JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 - Portable party speaker - 2025
- Color: Black
- Audio
- Number of Speakers: 3
- Tweeter Size: 0.75 inches
- Woofer Size: 5.25 inches
- Wattage: 100 watts (Measurement of electrical power.)
- Peak Power Handling: 100 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: 40 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: 20 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
- 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.)
- Auxiliary Input: true
- Features
- Light Type: LED
- Lighting Type: Multicolor
- Clip-on: false
- Power
- Rechargeable: true
- Battery Life (up to): 15 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: 3.5 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
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 13.46 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: 12.58 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: 10.25 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: 13.65 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 050036411059
Power up the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 and let the good times roll. With this portable speaker, you'll want to play DJ at every event, with smooth JBL Pro Sound and a light show to fit the mood. Feel that extra oomph in your chest from the epic highs and deep lows, whether you're playing a new pop ballad or going with a classic slow jam. Once you’ve nailed the soundcheck, it’s time to turn up the ambiance with a light show that grooves to your beats.From open rooftops to crowded basements, the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 knows how to adapt, with its grab-and-go handle and IPX4 splash-proof design. What’s better than one JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2? Two! Pair them up for TRUE stereo vibes or link with other JBL Auracast™-enabled speakers for an even wilder dance party. Keep the good vibes going on a single charge with up to 15 hours playtime. Make the vibes immaculate with the JBL PartyBox app, where you can control your playlist, add fun sound effects, and pick the perfect light show mood—all while you’re doing the worm on the dance floor. Whatever the occasion, the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 knows how to bring all the feels.
- JBL Pro Sound gets an AI Sound Boost: Pop ballads, slow jams and everything in between, we've got the sound to make your playlist shine. Feel that extra oomph in your chest as the silk dome tweeters and powerful woofers bring those epic highs and deep lows. Want to turn it up even louder? Your music will still sound crystal clear as the AI Sound Boost delivers more powerful sound with less distortion.
- Dynamic lightshow: Is it really a party without a lightshow? Dance the night away with glowing light patterns and strobe effects that would make any club jealous.
- Up to 15 Hours of play time: Keep the good vibes going on a single charge with up to 15 hours playtime.
- Multi-speaker connection by Auracast™: Bigger parties call for even bigger sound. Pair two PartyBox Encore Essential 2s for TRUE stereo vibes via Auracast™, or connect multiple JBL Auracast™-enabled speakers wirelessly and let your music grow with your party size.
- Mic & Guitar Inputs: Mic & Guitar Inputs
- Control your party, right from the JBL PartyBox App: Don't feel stuck on speaker babysitting duty. Control your music, EQ settings, and lightshow from the JBL PartyBox app, wherever the party takes you.
- IPX4 Splash proof: Spills and splashes happen…don't sweat the mess. The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 is IPX4 splash proof so your flow is never interrupted.
- Recycled plastic, plus FSC certified paper packaging: The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 incorporates post-consumer recycled plastic. It's also packaged in FSC-certified paper printed with soy ink.
Whats Included
- 1 x JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 speaker
- 1 x Quick-start guide
- 1 x Safety Instruction and Warranty Card
- AC power cord - quantity and plug type vary by regions.
Product Manuals
Q: Is the party speaker splash proof?
A: Yes, the party speaker is IPX4 splash proof.
Q: How many speakers does this party speaker have?
A: This party speaker has three speakers.
Q: What is the peak power handling of this speaker?
A: The peak power handling of this speaker is 100 watts.
Q: Does this speaker have mic and guitar inputs?
A: Yes, this speaker has mic and guitar inputs.
Q: Can I pair this speaker with another speaker?
A: Yes, you can pair this speaker with another speaker.
Q: What is the battery life of this portable speaker?
A: The battery life of this portable speaker is up to 15 hours.
Q: Does this speaker have auxiliary input?
A: Yes, this speaker has an auxiliary input.
A: Yes you can
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| Sound Quality, Battery Life, Portability | Sound Quality, Portability, Battery Life, Bass, Microphone | Sound Quality, Bass, Portability, Volume, Size | There were no pros for this product— |
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| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Battery Life | There were no cons for this product— |
