The JBL PartyBox 300 offers a characteristic JBL sound along with stunning light effects. It uses a rechargeable battery that makes it possible to hold a party anywhere you like. Like most JBL speakers, this is an impressive product that delivers clear, balanced sound. The speaker features light shows as it blasts out powerful tunes beats. With the JBL PartyBox 300, you’ll get an immersive sound experience that makes your party unforgettable. Great for use at home and outdoors.
Features
- Weight: 35.3 lbs
- Dimensions: 32.4″ x 15.5″ x 15.6″
- Power source: Battery powered (by 2 lithium-ion batteries)
- Connectivity: USB, Bluetooth, wireless, wired
- Bass boost
- Mic and guitar outputs
- Battery charge time: 5 hours
- Battery playtime: roughly 18 hours*
- Frequency response: 45Hz to 20kHz
- TWS and RCA
- USB port for charging
- USB playback
- Full panel light effect
- Two 6.5″ woofers
- Three 2.25″ tweeters
- Frequency response:45Hz to 18 kHz
- Power source: 12 V DC or built-in battery
- Power output: 120W
Design
The design of the JBL PartyBox 300 speaker brings to mind the image of a loaf of bread. It’s about 3 feet tall and seems quite tall when you stand it on a surface. The design isn’t compact. Since it weighs in at 35 lbs, the thing is still portable. But it’s much heavier than the JBL boom box. The speaker also features integrated carrying handles, making moving it around more manageable.
The PartyBox offers a full panel lighting effect so you can give your audience a stunning visual experience. The speaker also comes with Bluetooth capability, so you can stream your favorite tracks.
In addition, the design allows you to plug in a guitar. Even a bass guitar. It’s 100% safe to plug in your bass guitar.
You can wirelessly connect to two compatible speakers to the PartyBox. The TWS feature is the wireless option for that. The other option is through the RCA output of one speaker to the one you need to pair.
Sound Performance
Looking for a speaker that’ll make your ears bleed? You won’t find a more powerful product than this one at that price.
The speaker comes with two 6.5″ woofers. It also features three 2.25″ tweeters. The tweeters and woofers deliver a combined 120W of RMS power. Throw in the product’s Bass Boost function and get extra punch for your party.
The sound can get very loud, but here’s what surprised me: the sound is unbelievably clean. The lows are great; the mids too, and the highs terrific. There’s nothing to hate as far as sound is concerned.
Believe me; you’ll want to have the speaker playing at much lower volume. With the volume low, the bass comes out super deep, clear, and well defined. I’m talking earthshaking bass here! Whether it’s Motown, EDM, or rock, the JBL PartyBox 300 got you covered.
Ruggedness
As one of the best portable Bluetooth speakers for outdoor use, the JBL PartyBox 300 features a rugged design. It’s rubberized and looks like it can take pretty much anything else you might throw at it. The plastic material used to make the product’s enclosure is tough and durable. And the grille that covers the two subwoofers and tweeters seems strong and doesn’t dent easily.
Battery Life
The manufacturer indicates 18 hours. But from what I’ve seen, you’re unlikely to get 18 hours of playtime. Think of 6 or 8 hours of playtime if you’ve not set the speaker to the highest volume. And the lights aren’t blinking the whole time. But isn’t 6 to 8 hours enough time for a party?
Pros
- Deep, rich bass
- Clear, loud, crisp sound
- Great lows and highs
- Product well designed
- Great lighting effects
- Easy to pair with Party Boxes for amazing stereo sound
Cons
- You’ll want to buy a second one!
- Relatively pricey
- Questions from neighbors and even strangers
JBL products are known for their superior quality. But they often seem a little too expensive. Thankfully the price is (often) justifiable. I’m certain you won’t have regrets after buying this speaker.
In fact, your neighbors will to own a JBL once they see yours. You’ll become a trendsetter in your neighborhood. But is that such a bad problem to have?
What’s in the Box
- A Warranty card
- A quick start guide
- AC power cable
- 12-volt DC cable
Warranty
You’ll get a limited 1-year warranty.
Conclusion
Anyone who craves deep, well-defined bass coupled with great lows and highs should consider buying the JBL PartyBox 300.
The speaker’s design is rugged as they come, but it isn’t weatherproofed. It produces terrific sound both indoors and outdoors. At its price, you’re getting every ounce of value that your money is worth.