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JBL - Partybox Encore Essential Portable Wireless Party Speaker - 2022 - Black

Model:
JBLPBENCOREESSAM
SKU:
6511782
Highly rated by customers for:
Clearance
$296.99
Save $33
Comp. Value: $329.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 739 reviews

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  • Sound Quality

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

  • Range

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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96%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are pleased with the Partybox Encore Essential's great sound quality and insane bass. Many appreciate its portability, convenient size, and super cool lights. However, some customers feel that the battery life could be improved.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability, Sound quality

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good build quality and acceptable sound quality. It's easy to use, even indoors or outdoors.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Bluetooth Speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The sound is great, clarity & I purchased it at a good price.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Small box, Big Sound

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome little speaker. I love the option to have the lights sync to the music. It’s perfect for the beach!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very loud and base is good. Highly recommend for parties

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Sounds great

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The best on the best, wonderful sound and beautiful box

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Jbl boombox

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its heavy beautiful sound perfect for any time of year

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Poweful

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This JBL Speaker is absolutely powerful , very good sound !

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality, Volume

    Great!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very loud. The quality on this speaker is amazing. Would definitely recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Good duo with JBL microphones.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great JBL sound paired my JBL microphones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Awesome soeaker

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great speaker and sound quality. Glad I chose this one

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass

    Bought this for my husband. He loves it! Lots of b

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this for my husband. He loves it! Lots of bass

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Volume

    Great volume and bass for size.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good volume. Nice punchy bass. Good for party but not hifi music listening.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    HURRY UP AND BUY!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Use this in my semi truck for extra kick instead of the boring radio speakers…Great speaker ! Great Price !! Can’t go wrong with JBL at all. Happy customer

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Awesome Fun Speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this speaker because my old one was no longer working. This speaker exceeded my expectations! It’s fun and you can download an interactive App. I would definitely recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Great Speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great sound always with crazy options once you install the app as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    The Best products

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best Buy products are the best!!! I buy everything at Best Buy, customer service excellent. Also the pro are right, for quality products can’t beat that.!! This Bom Box is the best sound ever.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Very nice

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like the shape and the sound of this speaker but unfortunately i got a defective product so wasnt able.to see what the hype was about... maybe in the future i will end up buying one

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great speaker, we have enjoyed it the most in our backyard. To listen to music while grilling to connecting to our projector and have a movie night.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    JBL Speaker

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    Best Buy Employee
    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love my new speaker sounds really good and the base quality great

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best speaker i have ever bought, definitely worth every cent

    I would recommend this to a friend
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