If you are looking for a party speaker that is so loud that will have the police knocking at your door, then the JBL Party Box 1000 is what you need. This all in one party speaker comes with light effects, plus it includes DJ controls and effects that would make your party be the talk of the block.
This review explores in detail the different features of this speaker so that you decide if it’s a good match for you or not, plus a few tips so that you get the most out of your speaker. Let’s dive in.
Output Power and Sound Quality
First, let’s describe what’s under the hood. This speaker comes with one polymer diaphragm compression driver, two 7″ mid-range speaker, and one 12″ down-firing subwoofer. All of these components can deliver a maximum of 1100W of power.
1100W is the maximum peak power that the speaker can provide for a short period, we need to know the RMS power, which is the continuous power it can deliver. The manufacturer doesn’t say anywhere what is the RMS power of this system, but we can calculate it.
Calculating it from the maximum peak power, the RMS power of the PartyBox 1000 comes close to 800W RMS, which is an impressive wattage for a speaker this size, and very loud indeed.
The frequency response is 30Hz–20kHz, which means that the JBL PartyBox 1000 can deliver intense sounds thanks to its subwoofer, sharp mid-tones, and clear, crisp highs. This speaker uses a 3-way design because it has dedicated speakers for reproducing low, mid, and high frequencies.
In the control panel, there is a “Bass Boost” button that will expand the bass so that you get the extra low-frequency oomph. Just remember that as you increase the volume, the system automatically decreases the bass so that the system doesn’t distort, and the music sounds clean and bright.
By locating this speaker at the right spot, it can disperse the sound evenly to all your guests so that the party never stops.
The PartyBox 1000 delivers high-def JBL’s signature sound at loud levels that will make you fall in love with it when you hear it, and keep your party going strong.
JBL PartyBox 1000 Sound Test
Design Quality and Ruggedness
The JBL PartyBox 1000 it’s made from black polypropylene material, using injection molding techniques designed to have an optimized acoustic resonance enclosure.
Polypropylene is a robust, rugged plastic perfect for this type of speaker because its resistant to scratches while hauling the speaker.
It comes with a conveniently positioned handle in the back of the cabinet for easy moving. It also has two concealed wheels conveniently located to haul the speaker around.
The Party Box 1000 is heavy, weighing 76.5 pounds / 34.7 kg, good thing it has wheels to carry it around. It’s not a portable device like other Bluetooth speakers. Still, this speaker is aimed at bigger parties where higher volume levels are required.
It doesn’t have batteries, which means that you need to plug it into an AC outlet. You can’t take it anywhere if there is no AC power, making it inconvenient for some people.
It is not water-resistant, so it’s not recommended for wet outdoors. Outdoor Bluetooth speakers need to be designed waterproof, or at least water-resistant.
This speaker is perfect for parties where you need high volume levels plus the versatility of having DJ functionalities from one device. This system is ideal for the amateur DJ.
Features
The JBL Party Box 1000 comes with a full panel lighting effect so that you have a captivating light show in your party while music is playing. It will keep your crowd engaged, providing an impressive visual experience.
It includes an “Air Gesture Wristband” that controls the light show and sound effects. By moving the hand where you have the wristband in specific gestures, the system detects and changes the light patterns, and plays sound effects.
For Example, clap two times, and the speaker plays the first pre-programmed sound effect. By shaking your hands four times, it plays the second sound effect. Rotating your hand switches the light patterns. The wristband can be wirelessly paired, and it works up to 49ft / 15m from the speaker.
Another great feature of this party speaker is the included DJ Pad. This DJ launchpad allows you to play instruments like drums, keyboard, or piano live and also record loops so that they playback. All of these features make this speaker a perfect choice for an amateur DJ.
The speaker comes with two independent inputs, one for microphone and other for guitar. It allows you to use the system as a karaoke machine to sing-along tracks, or connect a guitar or any other pluggable instrument to play along.
Next to the mic and guitar inputs, there is a USB connector to plug in your thumb drive. You can pre-program your party event with your favorite playlist and plug your flash drive and enjoy the music. It supports USB file system FAT16 and FAT32 and it can play .mp3, .wma, .wav format files.
You can easily pair two PartyBox speakers for a perfect stereo sound either wirelessly or wired. For wireless pairing up to 33ft / 10m, it uses the TWS (True Wireless Stereo) capability using a Bluetooth connection between the two speakers for pairing. For wired pairing, use the RCA out plug located at the back of the speaker.
Need to charge your phone or iPad? Use the USB port located at the back to charging your devices. The USB delivers 5V at 2.1amps, perfect for charging any USB capable device.
If you want to connect a device that isn’t Bluetooth capable such as an MP3 player, use a 3.5mm audio cable to connect it to the AUX IN. The cable is not included.
Pair up to three Bluetooth devices to play music and control the device up to 125 ft / 38 m.
Pros
- Very Loud speaker specially designed for home or club parties.
- Your audience will enjoy the captivating light show making the party also a remarkable visual experience.
- It comes with DJ touchpads perfect for adding sound effects to the music that is playing.
- You can record loops on the fly to playback with your music.
- You can connect a microphone for speaking, singing, karaoke. Also, connect a guitar or any pluggable instrument to play along.
- Connect your thumb drive to play a pre-programmed party playlist.
Cons
- Heavy to move around, but the good thing is that it comes with handles and convenient wheels to haul it around.
- Not battery powered, meaning that to work, you need to plug to an AC outlet.
- As volume increases to more than 75%, the system suppresses the bass to avoid distortion, meaning that at higher volumes, music will sound flat.
- Being that this speaker is aimed for house parties and amateur DJs, it should have come with music mixing capabilities, which is a must for DJs.
- It’s on the pricy side for a speaker this size. You can easily get a PA system for the same amount of money.
- Not recommended for people who live in apartments or have close neighbors, by playing this speaker at high volumes you will get in trouble, they might call the police on you — just a heads up.
Want a More Affordable Option? Get the PartyBox 710
In 2021, JBL introduced the PartyBox 710, which is a spin-off of the PartyBox 1000 but with fewer features making it more affordable.
The PartyBox 710 delivers a whopping 800W RMS, and with its built-in lights, you can get the party started in no time. Plus, enjoy a full-range of sound thanks to its extra deep bass.
Take it to your next pool party, and don’t worry about water splashes. This is because it comes with an IPX4 splash-proof enclosure.
Control the speaker via Bluetooth connectivity and the accompanying App. What’s more, it’s easy to take everywhere thanks to its large Handle and Built-in Wheels.
Conclusion
The JBL PartyBox 1000 is a speaker designed specifically for parties, especially loud ones. It comes with everything you need to throw the perfect party. It delivers clear, crisp highs, toned mids, and punchy lows thanks to its 3-way speaker design.
It delivers a maximum of 1100W peak (800W RMS), which is more than enough to get you in trouble but to throw the party of the year.
If the PartyBox 1000 is outside your budget, you can also go with the PartyBox 710, which delivers the same RMS power but offers fewer features, making it an excellent option if you want the loudness but don’t really care about the extra features.
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