Retro design with Dolby Atmos music performance
Fill any room with modern sound and striking retro style with the JBL Authentics 500. From its Quadrex grille to the custom leather-like enclosure, the speaker is inspired by JBL's iconic designs from the 1970s and updated for the 21st century with the latest sound and control technologies. Immerse yourself in high-resolution, lifelike sound with Dolby Atmos Music thanks to the aluminum tweeters and the patented SlipStream bass port of the Authentics 500. With Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa available simultaneously, you can play your favorite music, control your smart home devices, and more, all hands-free, just with your voice.
Audio Connections | Jack 3.5mm Line In (1x) |
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Item number | 32826176 |
Manufacturer | JBL |
Category | Bluetooth speakers |
Manufacturer no. | JBLAUTH500BLKEP |
Release date | 21.11.2023 |
May include power adapter | No |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black, Gold |
Material group | Metal |
Material | Aluminium, Fabric, recycled plastic |
Audio channel | 3.1 Channel |
Nominal power | 270 W |
Frequency range | 40 - 20000 Hz |
Equipment + Functions | Multipoint, Wi-Fi |
Number of speakers | 7 x |
Volume control | Rotary controls |
Application range | Consumer / Hi-Fi |
Playback source | External playback device, Radio |
Streaming media provider | Chromecast, Spotify |
Audio formats | Dolby Atmos, MPEG Audio Layer III (mp3), WAV |
Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n, Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac, Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax |
Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
USB ports | USB-C |
Audio Connections | Jack 3.5mm Line In (1x) |
Radio reception | Web radio |
Power consumption | 270 W |
Power supply | Electrical connection |
Power consumption (standby) | 2 W |
Communication standard | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
Country of origin | Germany |
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Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | 1x JBL Authentics 500, 1x power cable, 1x Safety Data Sheet, 1x short instructions |
Length | 56.70 cm |
Width | 44.70 cm |
Height | 24 cm |
Weight | 7800 g |
Length | 55 cm |
Width | 35 cm |
Height | 37 cm |
Weight | 13.30 kg |
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The new living room star is the JBL Authentics 500, a streaming speaker with a stylish look and a full and balanced sound. With AirPlay 2, Chromecast and Bluetooth, it is a versatile alternative to the similarly sized and visually rather sober Sonos 5.