Portable party speakers have become a big category for JBL and with more consumers looking for affordable models that can work by the pool or even in their living room, JBL has expanded its PartyBox Series with the Club 120, Stage 320, and PartyBox Wireless Microphone. All 3 are on display at CES 2024 in Las Vegas.
These speakers (and microphone) are designed to add some spice to gatherings, featuring punchy sound and immersive lighting effects. Extended playtime powered by a replaceable battery (optional) and upgraded Bluetooth capabilities also provide added flexibility for any party need.
Both models also feature HARMAN’s Original Pro Sound and AI Sound Boost which analyzes audio in real-time with an AI algorithm to optimize the acoustic output level, leading to more powerful and less distorted sound.
JBL PartyBox Club 120 ($399.95)
The PartyBox Club 120 provides full-range sound and a light show with starry lights, light trails, and strobe light effects that can be synced with your music.
The new JBL PartyBox Club 120 can pair unlimited JBL PartyBoxes together and can connect with other JBL Auracast-enabled portable speakers by Auracast.
With 12 hours of playtime, and double the party time with an easy-to-swap optional replaceable battery, the JBL PartyBox Club 120 also includes mic inputs and one guitar input and is compatible with the JBL PartyBox App (iOS, Android).
JBL PartyBox Stage 320 ($599.95)
The PartyBox Stage 320 shares some features with the Club 120, but provides a bigger sound experience with high-sensitivity woofers and dual tweeters.
For better portability and flexible setup, the PartyBox 320 incorporates a telescopic handle and wide, sturdy wheels.
With 18 hours of playtime which can be doubled with an easy-to-swap-out replaceable battery, and a fast charge feature that can give users 2 additional hours of playtime after only 10 minutes of charging — this is one party speaker that will let you dance all night.
The new JBL PartyBox Stage 320 can also pair with unlimited JBL PartyBoxes and can connect with other JBL Auracast-enabled portable speakers.
Tech Note: Replaceable battery sold separately
PartyBox Wireless Mic ($149.95)
To enhance the party experience further, JBL is also offering the optional PartyBox Wireless Mic.
The JBL Party Box Wireless Mic comes in a plug-and-play two-mic pack. The mic features a Cardioid pattern pickup. JBL’s shock mount system minimizes handling noise and also has a built-in pop filter to eliminate breathing noise. This mic is compatible with JBL PartyBox speakers and comes with 20 hours of playtime and a rechargeable battery that can be charged while using.
From Roger President, HARMAN Lifestyle Division: “Every party needs music and you can now embrace being the life of the party with JBL’s newest Party Box speakers,..Light up your listening experience with the latest and greatest additions to JBL’s PartyBox family by bringing the party outside, take it on the go, or plug and play with our new Wireless Mic.”
Comparison
| Model | Specs | Battery Life | Price |
| JBL PartyBox Club 120 | ● IPX4 certified splash proof ● AI Sound Boost ● Bluetooth 5.3 with LE audio ● Multi-speaker connection by Auracast™ ● Stereo pairing via JBL PartyBox app ● 2 mic inputs and 1 guitar input ● Customizable elements via the JBL PartyBox app ● Symmetric and themed light show ● Made with recycled plastic and FSC-certified paper packaging | 12-hour playback + replaceable battery (FastCharge:10 min for 80 min playtime | $399.95 |
| JBL PartyBox Stage 320 | ● 240W RMS power output ● 2x25mm dome tweeter + 2×6.5” woofer ● Telescopic handle and wide, sturdy wheels ● IPX4 certified splash proof ● AI Sound Boost ● Bluetooth v5.3 with LE audio ● Multi-speaker connection by Auracast™ ● Stereo pairing via JBL PartyBox app ● 2 mic inputs and 1 guitar input ● Made with recycled plastic and FC-certified paper packaging | 18-hour playback + replaceable battery (FastCharge: 10 min for 2 hours of playtime) | $599.95 |
| JBL PartyBox Wireless Mic | ● Compatible with all PartyBox speakers ● Stable 2.4GHz connection over 30M ● Made with recycled plastic and FSC-certified paper packaging | 20-hour microphone playtime; 12-hour dongle playtime Rechargeable battery (10 mins charging for 2 hours microphone playtime) | $149.95 |
NOTE: The PartyBox Club 120, Stage 320, and Mic will be available on JBL.com in April 2024.
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