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From beach parties to festivals, the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential lets you see, hear and feel the beat. Turn it up loud with 100 watts of powerful JBL Pro Sound, synched to a dazzling light show. Access your favorite tunes with Bluetooth, USB, AUX and TWS (True Wireless Stereo) connectivity, grab a friend and sing your hearts out with the JBL wireless mics, or use the guitar input to play along. With a bottle opener, padded shoulder strap, rechargeable battery and IPX4 splash-proof protection, the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential has everything you need to get the party started—and take it with you.
  • Key Specs
    • Wireless: true
    • Rechargeable: true
  • General
    • Brand: JBL
    • Model Number: JBLPBOTGESAM
    • Product Name: PartyBox On-The-Go Essential Portable Wireless Party Speaker with Wireless Microphone
    • Color: Black
  • Audio
    • 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: 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.)
  • Voice
    • Built-In Microphone: true
  • 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: 4.2 (The Bluetooth specification formalized by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group. All versions of the Bluetooth standard are backwards compatible with previous versions.)
    • Network Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a long distance without the use of wires or cables.)
  • 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.)
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 9.6 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: 19.3 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: 9 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: 9.6 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 Year Limited
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 Year Limited
  • Other
    • UPC: 050036400916

From beach parties to festivals, the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential lets you see, hear and feel the beat. Turn it up loud with 100 watts of powerful JBL Pro Sound, synched to a dazzling light show. Access your favorite tunes with Bluetooth, USB, AUX and TWS (True Wireless Stereo) connectivity, grab a friend and sing your hearts out with the JBL wireless mics, or use the guitar input to play along. With a bottle opener, padded shoulder strap, rechargeable battery and IPX4 splash-proof protection, the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential has everything you need to get the party started—and take it with you.

  • Amazing JBL pro sound: Find your beat with 100 watts of powerful, booming JBL pro sound. Indoors or out, the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential delivers crisp highs, pure mids, and heavy bass—with Bass Boost to keep the good times going all night.
  • Synched light show: Light up the party with a dynamic light that syncs to the music and dazzles your guests. Choose from a variety of preset patterns and let the colors groove to the music while you focus on the tunes.
  • JBL wireless microphone included: The JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential comes with a JBL wireless microphone with a range of up to 10 meters.
  • Advanced performance settings to fine-tune your vocals: Stream your favorite tunes via Bluetooth, then get on the mic and tune the bass, treble and echo to get just the right vocal effect.
  • IPX4 splashproof protection: Beach bashes, poolside parties or dancing in the rain. IPX4 splashproof protection keeps your JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential safe when your party gets a little wet.
  • Convenient shoulder strap to keep the party moving: The JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential has everything you need to have a great time, including a bottle opener attached to the shoulder strap so you can enjoy your favorite beverages as you groove the night away.
  • 6 hours of playtime: Built-in rechargeable battery for up to 6 hours of playtime
  • Make it two, get it louder: 100 watts is loud—but you can go even louder. Link up to two compatible party speakers with True Wireless Stereo (TWS) Bluetooth connections.
  • Plug-n-play mic & guitar inputs: Built-in mic and guitar inputs let you plug right into the speaker to sing or strum along with your favorite songs or, create your own.
  • Seamless Bluetooth streaming: From playlists to DJ mixes, play more of the songs you love wherever the night takes you. The JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential works with any Bluetooth-enabled device, making it easy to access your favorite music libraries and online streaming services.
  • Plug in your playlist: No Bluetooth music? No problem. Just put your top playlists on a thumb drive and plug them into the built-in USB port to play music anywhere, without missing a beat.
Whats Included
  • 1 x JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential
  • 1 x Wireless microphone*
  • 1 x AC power cord - quantity and plug type vary by regions
  • 1 x Quick-start guide
  • 1 x Safety Instruction and Warranty Card
  • Asia Pacific countries, except India and Japan, contain 2 x wireless microphone in the box

Q: Does this speaker have a built-in microphone?

A: Yes, the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential comes with a built-in microphone.

Q: What is the battery life of this JBL speaker?

A: The JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Essential offers up to 6 hours of playtime on a single charge.

Q: Can I connect this speaker to my TV?

A: While the description doesn't specify TV connectivity, you can connect any Bluetooth-enabled device to this speaker.

Q: How much power does this JBL speaker have?

A: This JBL speaker boasts 100 watts of powerful JBL Pro Sound.

Q: Does the speaker have any water resistance?

A: Yes, the speaker is IPX4 splashproof, making it suitable for pool parties or light rain.

Q: Can I use a USB drive to play music on this speaker?

A: Yes, you can plug your USB drive loaded with playlists into the speaker's built-in USB port.

Q: How far does the wireless microphone for this speaker reach?

A: The JBL wireless microphone included with this speaker has a range of up to 10 meters.

Q: Can the speaker continue to play music while it is recharging?

A: Yes, there is no harm in leaving your JBL PartyBox On the Go Essential connected to electricity at all times, even while in use, as it has a PCM (Protection Circuit Module) and a charge management IC built-in that manages and detects charging. Once fully charged, it will cut off the current to protect the battery.

JBL - PartyBox On-The-Go Essential Portable Wireless Party Speaker with Wireless Microphone - Black

Model: JBLPBOTGESAM
SKU: 6576525
$299.99
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Customers praise the PartyBox On-The-Go Essential Portable Wireless Party Speaker's sound quality, portability, and inclusion of a microphone, making it ideal for karaoke and parties. Many appreciate its strong bass, impressive volume, and decent battery life, allowing for extended use. The speaker's size is also frequently highlighted as convenient. Positive feedback also mentions the enjoyable light show.

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