About This Item
- 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.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Speakerphone: false
- Wireless: true
- Rechargeable: true
- USB Device Charging: false
- General
- Brand: JBL
- Model Number: JBLPBENCOREESSAM
- Product Name: Partybox Encore Essential Portable Wireless Party Speaker
- Color: Black
- Audio
- High Resolution Audio: false (Hear music the way musicians and sound technicians intended it to be heard. Products that support hi-res audio deliver audio signals with a dynamic range and bandwidth far greater than that of a standard CD so you'll be able to enjoy pure music with outstanding sound quality. The device supports high-resolution audio signals, which more closely resemble the quality of music as it was originally recorded, with more texture and detail than can be heard via typical music streaming services or CDs.)
- Number of Speakers: 1
- 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: 50 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
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Speakerphone: false
- Built-In Microphone: false
- Connectivity
- Wireless Multi-Room Audio: false (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
- 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: 5.1 (The Bluetooth specification formalized by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group. All versions of the Bluetooth standard are backwards compatible with previous versions.)
- Headphone Jack: false (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Auxiliary Input: false
- Features
- Protective Qualities: Water resistant
- Maximum Depth of Water Resistance: 0 feet (Measurement of the maximum depth of water in which the product is able to resist some degree of water penetration.)
- Control Button(s): Power on/off, Volume, Play/Pause
- Remote Control Included: false
- Lighting Type: LED, Multicolor, Party
- Clip-on: false
- Power
- Rechargeable: true
- Battery Life (up to): 6 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 polymer
- USB Device Charging: false
- Wireless Charging: false
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 12.87 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: 10.87 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: 11.54 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 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Other
- UPC: 050036388856
The portable JBL PartyBox Encore Essential speaker gives you 6 hours of non-stop fun. With an easy grab-and-go handle and splash proof design, you can always take the party with you. Dancing on the beach? Chilling by the pool? Keep the music pumping anywhere with amazing JBL original pro sound and deep bass. Let the cool built-in light show set the mood, or use True Wireless Stereo technology to pair up speakers for an even bigger sound. You're always in control with the PartyBox app, which lets you customize your music and lightshow colors to create the perfect vibe.
- Amazing JBL original pro sound: Experience amazing JBL original pro sound with deep bass.
- A light show that syncs to the beat: The dynamic light show delivers with fun ring light and a cool strobe effect that syncs to the beat of your music.
- 6 Hours of play time: No plug? No problem. The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential keeps the party going wherever you are with up to 6 hours of play time.
- IPX4 splash proof: Dancing on the beach? Party by the pool? The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential is IPX4 splash proof so you never have to worry about the party getting too wet or wild.
- Wired mic input: Step into the spotlight. Turn any party into a karaoke party with a wired mic input.
- Pair your speakers for even bigger sound: One JBL PartyBox not enough? Pair two speakers wirelessly with True Wireless Stereo (TWS) technology for even bigger, bolder sound.
- PartyBox app: The JBL PartyBox app makes it easier than ever to control your music, update settings, and customize the colors of your lightshow for the perfect party vibe.
- Multisource playback: Stream your tunes wirelessly via Bluetooth, connect a USB stick, or plug in with an aux cable. The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential offers ultimate adaptability for your music.
Whats Included
- JBL PartyBox Encore Essential
- 1 x AC power cord
- Quick Start Guide
- Safety Sheet
Q: Can I use a microphone with the JBL Partybox Encore Essential?
A: Yes, the speaker has a wired microphone input for karaoke.
Q: Does the JBL Partybox Encore Essential have a built-in light show?
A: Yes, it has a built-in dynamic light show with a ring light and strobe effect that syncs to your music.
Q: How long does it take to charge the JBL Partybox Encore Essential?
A: The battery charge time for this speaker is 3.5 hours.
Q: What is the battery life of the JBL Partybox Encore Essential?
A: This speaker has a battery life of up to 6 hours.
Q: Can I pair two JBL Partybox Encore Essential speakers together?
A: Yes, you can pair two speakers wirelessly using True Wireless Stereo (TWS) technology for a bigger sound.
Q: Is the JBL Partybox Encore Essential waterproof?
A: This speaker is not waterproof, but it is IPX4 splashproof.
Q: Is it better to get two JBL Essential Encore or one JBL Party box 110?
A: If you want more sound and have money. You should buy party box 110. Watch YouTube videos comparing those 2 speakers and then decide. The sounds is almost similar and encore is smaller. For a small room this is great. If I want a louder sound, I will used my other JBL speaker, 1500 watts.
Q: How my loud is it how many watts?
A: Our JBL Partybox Encore Essential has 100 watts RMS, which gives a decent amount of loudness, depending on how large the area is.
JBL - Partybox Encore Essential Portable Wireless Party Speaker - Black
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Customers find value in the Partybox Encore Essential's impressive sound quality, encompassing rich bass and high volume capabilities. Its portability and relatively compact size are also frequently praised, along with the inclusion of appealing light features. However, some users express concerns regarding the speaker's battery life.
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| Pros for JBL - Partybox Encore Essential Portable Wireless Party Speaker - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sound Quality, Bass, Portability, Volume, Size | Sound Quality, Bass, Portability, Battery Life, Lights | Sound Quality, Portability, Battery Life, Bass, Microphone | Sound Quality |
| Cons for JBL - Partybox Encore Essential Portable Wireless Party Speaker - Black | |||
| Battery Life | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
