JBL AUTHENTICS WIFI SPEAKERS LAUNCHED

JBL’s latest WiFi speaker range combines iconic retro design with a claimed industry-first integration of simultaneous voice assistants.

The JBL Authentics series includes three models, the JBL Authentics 500 is a WiFi and Bluetooth smart speaker with Dolby Atmosc the JBL Authentics 200 and portable JBL Authentics 300 home speakers complete the range.

JBL AUTHENTICS 500

The JBL Authentics 500 features three 1” tweeters and three 2.75” midrange woofers and a 6.5” down firing subwoofer. Enjoy 270 Watts of 3.1 channel sound and Dolby Atmos.

JBL AUTHENTICS 300

The JBL Authentics 300 offers portable, high-performance sound with a built-in 8-hour battery for in and around the house.

JBL AUTHENTICS 200

The JBL Authentics 200 has a pair of 1” tweeters and a full-range 5” woofer and down firing 6” passive radiator.

ICONIC RETRO DESIGN WITH A MODERN TWIST

Taking inspiration from the legendary JBL L100 speaker from the 1970s, the JBL Authentics range draws on JBL’s rich history with a modern twist, with a premium aluminium frame, custom synthetic leather-wrapped enclosure, and a reimagined Quadrex grille.

INDUSTRY-FIRST INTEGRATION BUILT WITH AMAZON AND GOOGLE

This new speaker range introduces a new integration of built in collaboration with Amazon and Google that provides customers simultaneous access to their voice assistants on JBL Authentics speakers, allowing customers who choose to register both assistants to communicate with either Google Assistant or Alexa at the same time on the same device. With Google Assistant and Alexa available simultaneously, customers have the choice and flexibility to communicate seamlessly with both voice assistants and take advantage of their different capabilities, and switch between them for different activities. Once enabled, use either voice assistant to play your favourite music, control your smart home devices, set timers and alarms, and more, hands-free, using just your voice. Once the assistants are set-up on the JBL One app, just say “Hey Google,” or “Alexa” to get started.

Stream music through AirPlay, Alexa Multi-Room Music (MRM), Spotify Connect, and Chromecast built-in and leave the room or take a call without interrupting the music. You can also place multiple JBL Authentics speakers throughout your home, setting a different mood in every room. Or connect two or more to play a single playlist.

SELF TUNING

Automatic self-tuning calibrates and adapts the audio performance whenever the speaker is switched on, so you can sit back and relax, knowing the sound will be optimised no matter where you place the speaker.

Easily set up the speakers and browse integrated music services to find new songs and artists through the JBL One app. With the app’s fully customisable EQ settings, you can fully personalise your listening experience.

GREEN CREDENTIALS

JBL Authentics is made from 100% recycled fabric, 85% recycled plastic and 50% recycled aluminium. It is available in Black f in packaging made from FSC-certified paper and printed with soy ink.

JBL AUTHENTICS PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

Available from 15th of September 2023

500: £579.99/€629.99        300: £379.99/€429.99        200: £299.99/€329.99

HiFi PiG Says: These are very cool-looking WiFi speakers with their iconic JBL Quadrex grille.