| Name | JBL PartyBox Stage 320 | JBL PartyBox Ultimate |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Party | Party |
| MSRP | $599.95 | $1699.95 |
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 1.0 (mono) | 1.0 (mono) |
| Woofers | 2× 6.5″ | 2× 4.5″ |
| Tweeters | 2× 1″ | 2× 2.75″ |
| Subwoofers | - | 2× 9″ |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | 240 W | 1100 W |
| Frequency range | 40.0 Hz - 20 kHz | 30.0 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | ✔ | ✔ TWS |
| Party mode? (mono) | ✔ Auracast | ✔ Auracast |
| Other (special) audio features? | AI Sound Boost, karaoke: mix music with mic input | Multiroom, 3D Dolby Atmos (virtual), karaoke |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi? | ❌ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| NFC? (for pairing) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Radio? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio inputs & outputs | ||
| Buit-in mic? (and function) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Guitar/mic input? | 1× TRS (mic), 1× TRS (guitar/mic) | 1× TRS (mic), 1× TRS (guitar/mic) |
| USB-A playback? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX in? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Other in/outputs? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Battery life | 18 hours | N/A |
| Charge time | 3 hrs | N/A |
| Battery capacity | 68 Wh | N/A |
| Swappable battery? | ✔ (extra battery sold separately) | N/A |
| Charging port(s): | AC | AC |
| Powerbank function? | Yes; 1× USB-A 10W | Yes; 1× USB-A |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Sound mode button(s)? | 'Bass Boost' | 'Bass Boost' |
| Sound effect buttons? | ✔ | ✔ via Partypad |
| Other (special) buttons? | Mic control & EQ | Partypad, mic control & EQ |
| App? | JBL PartyBox app | JBL One app |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | Indirect control |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | 2× ring + 2× strips | 2× ring + 3× strips |
| Strobe LEDS? | 11× white LED | 22× white LED |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 66.9×33.5×38.5 | 105.0×45.5×40.0 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 26.34×13.19×15.16 | 41.3×17.9×17.3 |
| Weight (kg): | 16.5 | 39.5 |
| Weight (lbs): | 36.38 | 87.1 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| Transportation method? | Wheels, handle, telescopic handle | Wheels, 1 handle |
| Color options: | 2 colors: Black, white | 1 color: Black |
| Other features? | Tripod mounting hole | - |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | Power cable | Power cable |
| Accessories? | - | - |
| More info | ||
| Model number | JBLPBSTAGE320 | JBLPARTYBOXULT |
| User guide / manual | Quick start guide, Owner's Manual | Quick start guide, Owner's Manual |
| Official site link: | JBL.com | JBL.com |
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