JBL Authentics 500: Retro Style Meets Modern Sound with Dolby Atmos®

The JBL Authentics 500 is a wireless home speaker that combines classic design with cutting-edge sound technology. Here's a breakdown of its features and benefits:

Superior Sound with Dolby Atmos®

• Immerse yourself in high-fidelity audio with 270 watts of 3.1 channel sound and Dolby Atmos®.
• Three aluminum tweeters and a patented SlipStream™ bass port deliver crystal-clear highs and deep, powerful bass.

Iconic Retro Design

• Inspired by JBL's heritage, the Authentics 500 features a premium aluminum frame, custom leather-like enclosure, and a reimagined Quadrex grille for a stylish look that complements any room.

Stream Music with Ease

• Built-in Wi-Fi lets you stream music services like Spotify Connect, AirPlay, and Chromecast built-in™.
• The speaker also supports Alexa Multi-Room Music (MRM) for multi-room audio.

Dual Voice Assistant Compatibility

• Control your smart home devices and access music with your voice using either Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa.

Seamless Bluetooth Pairing

• Wirelessly connect your smartphone or other devices to the speaker via Bluetooth for effortless music playback.

Intuitive Controls and JBL One App

• Easily adjust volume, bass, and treble using the on-speaker controls or the JBL One app.
• The app also allows for further EQ customization and music service exploration.

Multi-Room Playback

• Create a connected sound system throughout your home by pairing multiple JBL Authentics 500 speakers.

Automatic Self-Tuning

• The speaker automatically calibrates for optimal audio performance in any location.

Sustainable Design

• The JBL Authentics 500 is made with eco-conscious materials, including 100% recycled fabric, 85% recycled plastics, and 50% recycled aluminum.

Overall, the JBL Authentics 500 is a versatile speaker that delivers excellent sound quality, classic design, and advanced features for a truly immersive listening experience.

JBL Authentics 500 Specifications

Technical Specifications:

• Model: Authentics 300
• Sound System: Stereo 2.0
• Power Supply: 100 - 240V AC, 50/60Hz
• Total Speaker Power Output (Max @ THD 1%): 100W
• Transducer: 2 x 25mm tweeter + 5.25” woofer
• Networked Standby Power: < 2.0 W
• Operating Temperature: 0 °C - 45°C
• Lithium Battery: 3.6V, 4800mAh
• Battery Charge Time: < 3.5 hours
• Music Play Time: Up to 8 hours (dependent on volume level and audio content)

Audio Specifications:

• Frequency Response: 45Hz - 20kHz (-6dB)
• Audio Inputs: 1 Audio in, Bluetooth/Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB (USB playback available in US version; USB for Service only in other versions)

USB Specifications:

• USB Port: Type C
• USB Rating: 5V DC, 0.5A
• Supporting File Formats: mp3, WAV
• MP3 Codec: MPEG 1 Layer 2/3, MPEG 2 Layer 3, MPEG 2.5 Layer 3
• MP3 Sampling Rate: 16 - 48 kHz
• MP3 Bitrate: 80 - 320 kbps

Wireless Specifications:

• Bluetooth Version: 5.3
• Bluetooth Profile: A2DP 1.3.2, AVRCP 1.5
• Bluetooth Transmitter Frequency Range: 2400 MHz - 2483.5 MHz
• Bluetooth Transmitter Power: < 13 dBm (EIRP)
• Wi-Fi Network: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz/5GHz)
• 2.4G Wi-Fi Transmitter Frequency Range: 2412 - 2472 MHz (2.4 GHz ISM Band, USA 11 Channels, Europe and others 13 Channels)
• 2.4G Wi-Fi Transmitter Power: < 20 dBm (EIRP)
• 5G Wi-Fi Transmitter Frequency Range: 5.15 - 5.35GHz, 5.470 - 5.725GHz, 5.725 - 5.825GHz
• 5G Wi-Fi Transmitter Power: 5.15 - 5.25GHz < 23dBm, 5.25 - 5.35GHz & 5.470 - 5.725GHz < 23dBm, 5.725 - 5.825GHz < 14dBm (EIRP)

Dimension Specifications:

• Dimensions (W x H x D): 342 x 195.6 x 180.3 mm / 13.46” x 7.7” x 7.1”
• Weight: 4.9 kg / 10.8 lbs
• Packaging Dimensions (W x H x D): 403 x 272 x 272 mm / 15.9” x 10.7” x 10.7”
• Packaging Weight: 6.64 kg / 14.6 lbs

What’s in the Box:

• 1x JBL Authentics 300
• 1x Power Cable
• 1x Quick Start Guide
• 1x Safety Sheet
• 1x Warranty Card