Authentics 500 Wireless Home Speaker
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Big, Bigger, Biggest
Very Powerful, perhaps not thought through fully in that respect, I had to create an isolation platform to control the Bass. It is very dependent upon room acoustics, but when it works, I swear to you the Stones are in the House, I have never heard anything like one in my life. But I still prefer the Authentics 300 because of it's Grace... Satchmo on that is beautiful. Overall the 500 is a grenade of a thing, exploding all over the room(s). Oh well back to the Kinks
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Outstanding purchase
I did a lot of research on my first 'proper' speaker for my home, and landed on the JBL Authentics. This device works well with my Spotify streaming service on WiFi or over Bluetooth. The sound quality is AMAZING and I highly recommend for the price point! It can also be used with a portable battery for tailgating :)
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Classic sound and multi-connection options
Classic sound and multiple connection options with the WiFi gets you additional footage away from the JBL Authentic 500 versus Bluetooth. The sound is powerful and fills a large space with great tones. The JBL One app helps pair other WiFi or BT with the speaker. I added my JBL Extreme 4 to it and then later I added a Roku Sound bar with ease.
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Cool stuff
Really happy with the quality and the look of the speaker. Think the problems people have are usually software related. Downloading the JBL app was easy and works well. However, obviously you're linking your speaker to your phone and Google account as well.. And the Google Voice assist does need tweaking and often the speaker plays the wrong music when asked to .. But I think this is just a case of how you you say it. Maybe artist first then song after seems to work better.. ..
Customer review from jbl.com
Great speaker with good sound
I love this JBL 500 cause it is a superb speaker that delivers impressive sound quality in our big integrated kitchen/dining. With a nice design and easy-to-use controls, it is perfect for our listening to music. The speaker offers a rich and clear sound that is great for our every day use. However, one downside to the JBL is the base sounds. Should be stronger although considering the size, they are enough for our needs.
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Great sound
Got it to pair with one I had, stereo is mij d blowing
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Loud and clear sound quality
I have this speaker for quite some time now. It has wonderful quality sound. Treble and bass easy to tune and use. The knobs are turnable in very soft way. Whole speaker is sturdy and fits well in interior. I really liked that authentic vintage look. Leather all over the speaker makes it look expensive and well made. One thing disappointing is that it is not wireless and not chargeable. I just expected it too be wireless without checking, butnit has to be connected to the power at all times. Other than that is good quality item with perfect, loud and clear sound quality.
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Fantastic Product, sound and great design.
From the moment I received my JBL Authentics 500 speaker, I knew I was in for something special. The packaging was impeccable—carefully boxed to ensure that the speaker arrived in perfect condition. Setting it up was an absolute breeze; within minutes, I had it up and running without any hassle. But the real magic happened when I played music for the first time. I was blown away by the sound quality. It felt like I was at a live concert, with the band performing right in front of me. Every sound, from the subtle background notes to the powerful bass, was crystal clear. The clarity is truly exceptional—you can hear every single detail with stunning precision. Connecting the speaker to my devices was incredibly easy, making the whole experience even more seamless. Plus, the built-in Alexa is a fantastic bonus! It adds convenience and functionality that I didn't even realize I needed. For the quality and features it offers, the JBL Authentics 500 is fantastic value for money. I would fully recommend this speaker to anyone looking to elevate their audio experience. It’s a game-changer!
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