JBL Boombox 2

The JBL Boombox 2 is decent for music. Although it lacks a bit of low-bass, its mid and treble ranges are well-balanced, so vocals and lead instruments reproduce clearly. There's a graphic EQ in its companion app, which you can use to tweak its sound to your liking. It can also get quite loud, although there are some compression artifacts present at max volume. It can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono, resulting in an immersive-sounding soundstage.

-- As reviewed by Rtings
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Product details

  • POWERFUL JBL ORIGINAL PRO SOUND AND MONSTROUS BASS: Get the loudest, most massive JBL Original Pro sound on our most powerful portable JBL Boombox 2 speaker. It pumps out powerful, deep bass just like in clubs powered by JBL.Waterproof : Yes
  • PORTABLE DESIGN: The iconic grip handle makes it easy to transport the JBL Boombox 2 portable speaker.
  • 24 HOURS OF PLAYTIME: The fun doesn't have to stop. Packed with an incredible 24 hours of battery life, JBL Boombox 2 lets you party all day and into the night.
  • WIRELESS BLUETOOTH STREAMING: Wirelessly stream music from your phone, tablet, or any other Bluetooth-enabled device.
  • IPX7 WATERPROOF: Bring your speakers anywhere. Pool party Perfect. Sudden rainstorm Covered. Bash on the beach JBL Boombox 2 is IPX7 waterproof for fearless outdoor entertainment.

PROS

+ Well-balanced sound profile.
+ Can get quite loud.
+ Graphic EQ.

CONS

- Lacks a bit of low-bass.
- Somewhat narrow soundstage.
- Compression artifacts present at max volume.

Expert reviews and ratings

By Rtings on February 12, 2021
The JBL Boombox 2 is decent for music. Although it lacks a bit of low-bass, its mid and treble ranges are well-balanced, so vocals and lead instruments reproduce clearly. There's a graphic EQ in its companion app, which you can use to tweak its sound to your liking. It can also get quite loud, although there are some compression artifacts present at max volume. It can play stereo content without downmixing it to mono, resulting in an immersive-sounding soundstage.
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By PCMag on April 30, 2020
JBL's Boombox 2 speaker is built for backyard parties, tailgates, and anywhere else you want to bring big Bluetooth audio.
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By TechRadar on June 23, 2020
JBL doesn’t reinvent all that much with this newer iteration of the Boombox, though did manage to change its multi-speaker connectivity and keep it friendly to water. A speaker like this was made for everything to do with being outside and makes for a perfect companion at outdoor parties.
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