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JBL PartyBox 520 — the full spec sheet
Before you book, check the numbers: how loud it goes, how long the battery lasts and what you can plug in. Official manufacturer data only — no guesswork.
Technical specifications
Sound & power
| Output power | 400 W RMS (IEC60268) |
|---|---|
| Drivers | 2x 7.5" (208 mm) woofers, 2x 1" (25 mm) dome tweeters |
| Frequency response | 40 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | > 80 dB |
Connectivity & inputs
| Bluetooth | version 5.4 (A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6), 2.4 GHz |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth transmitter | 2.4–2.4835 GHz, ≤ 18 dBm (EIRP), GFSK / π/4 DQPSK / 8DPSK; BT/USB input level: −12 dBFS |
| Analogue input | 3.5 mm aux-in (250 mV RMS) |
| Mic/instrument inputs | 2x XLR / 6.3 mm combo (mic 20 mV, guitar 100 mV, DJ console) |
| USB-C audio | yes — plays audio over a USB-C cable |
| USB storage | FAT16/FAT32 — file playback (.MP3/.WAV/.WMA/.FLAC) is not available for the EMEA region |
| Device charging (USB-C PD) | up to 30 W — PDO (5 V/3 A, 9 V/3 A, 15 V/2 A, 20 V/1.5 A), PPS (5–11 V/2.7 A, 5–16 V/1.85 A) |
Battery & power
| Battery | JBL Battery 600, Li-ion 99.02 Wh, swappable |
|---|---|
| Playtime | up to 15 h (depends on volume and content) |
| Battery charge time | approx. 3 h (speaker switched off) |
| Quick charge | 10 min of charging ≈ 2 h of playtime |
| Power supply | 100–240 V ~ 50/60 Hz |
| Power cable | AC cable, 2.0 m (plug varies by region) |
Size & portability
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 415 × 769 × 369 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 25.5 kg |
| Moving it | telescopic handle and wide wheels |
Durability & extras
| Water protection | IPX4 — splash-resistant (NOT waterproof) |
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| Light show | yes — multicolour, synced to the music |
| Auracast | wireless pairing with more compatible JBL speakers |
| AI Sound Boost | yes — more loudness without distortion |
| Karaoke function | yes — every rental includes 2x JBL EasySing mic |
| Multi-point connection | yes — two Bluetooth devices at once |
| App | JBL PartyBox (optional, for EQ and lights) |
| Sustainability | recycled plastic and fabric, FSC packaging |
What it means for you
- 400 W RMS: enough sound for a hall, a backyard or a meadow — no extra PA needed.
- Up to 15 hours of battery: party from afternoon till sunrise without hunting for a socket (at moderate volume).
- Two XLR/6.3 mm inputs: plug in a mic, a guitar or a DJ console — speeches and live acts with no extra gear.
- 25.5 kg on wheels with a telescopic handle: roll it like a suitcase; it fits a normal car boot with ease.
- IPX4: a spilled drink or a few drops won’t stop it — but it must not stand in the rain.
- USB-C charging up to 30 W: top up your phone straight from the speaker mid-party.
See it in action
Source: official manufacturer data (JBL/HARMAN).
Official documents (PDF)
The manufacturer documents you also get at pickup — hosted here so they are always at hand.
Two mics come with it
Every rental now includes 2x JBL EasySing wireless mics with a USB-C dongle — for karaoke, speeches and toasts.
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