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JBL Partybox 520 Portable Bluetooth Party Speaker - Black

JBL Partybox 520 Portable Bluetooth Party Speaker - Black

$948

JBL Partybox 520 Portable Bluetooth Party Speaker - Black

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JBL Partybox 520 Portable Bluetooth Party Speaker - Black
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$948
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Description

Get the fun started with JBL's Partybox 520 Portable Bluetooth Party Speaker, the most dynamic audio powerhouse! This device boasts JBL’s AI Sound Boost, ready to deliver the biggest, boldest, heart-thumping sounds right at your doorstep. It also incorporates 15 hours of playtime, an IPX4 splashproof build, a grippy handle, and wide wheels, so you can bring your music no matter where you go. Plus, this unit flaunts some fantastic glowing light patterns and strobe effects to add more ambience to any occasion.

Key Features

  • Ready For A Good Time: Bring more fun to your festivities and amp up the mood with fantastic tunes brought by the JBL Partybox 520! Engineered with AI Sound Boost, this sound system brilliantly analyses your music in real time to provide a tailored acoustic performance with less distortion.
  • Glow, Play, Repeat: Set the scene in your gatherings, as this JBL Speaker delivers a dynamic light show with glowing light patterns and strobe effects.
  • Convenient Operations: Partybox 520 works in tandem with the JBL PartyBox app, so you can control your music playback, EQ settings, and lightshow right from your smartphone.
  • Turn Up the Vibe: Want an even bigger sound? Worry no more since this JBL Partybox 520 supports multi-speaker connection via the Auracast. Simply connect multiple Auracast-enabled speakers to further boost the party mood!
  • Jam Your Heart Out: Add the magic of live music to your parties. With its two XLR inputs, pairing your microphone, instrument, or DJ console to the speaker is a breeze.
  • Masterfully Made: With its IPX4 rating, you can rest assured that this JBL Party Speaker can handle casual spills and splashes. It also flaunts an ergonomic build with an extendable grippy handle and wide, rolly wheels, letting you easily bring it anywhere you go.
  • Lasting Power: The Partbox 520 Speaker delivers up to 15 hours of playtime, so you can keep the music going for longer. It also offers a 10-minute quick charge, giving you an extra 2 hours of runtime.
  • A Better Choice: To help lessen its environmental impact, JBL’s Partybox 520 Speaker is made with post-consumer recycled plastic materials. It is also packaged using FSC-certified paper printed with soy ink. 
Specifications
All Product Details
Brand JBL
Product Type Portable Bluetooth Speakers
Model Number JBLPARTYBOX520AS2
Colour Black
Speaker / Sound
Speaker Power Output 400W
Frequency Range 40Hz - 20kHz
Maximum SPL >80dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) > 80 dB
Transducer 2 x 7.5 inch (208 mm)
Audio
Audio File Format MP3, WAV, WMA, FLAC (not available for EMEA region)
Tweeter
Tweeter Type Dome
Number of Tweeters 2 x 1 inch (25 mm) dome tweeters
Battery
Battery Type Lithium Ion (Li-ion)
Battery Model / Details JBL Battery 600
Rechargeable Yes
Battery Capacity (mAh) 4584 mAh
Battery Indicator Yes
Battery Life Up to 15 hours
Charging
Charging Method Power Jack
Charge Time Approx. 3 hours
Connectivity
Wired / Wireless Wireless
Connectivity Type Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version v5.4
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP V1.4, AVRCP V1.6
Connection
USB Port 1 x USB-C
Inputs Aux-In: 250 mV RMS (3.5 mm connector), Mic-In: 20 mV RMS, Guitar-In / Line-In: 100 mV RMS, Bluetooth/USB input: -12 dBFS
Durability
IP Rating IPX4
Additional Features
Splash Resistant Yes
Software / App Compatibility
App Enabled Yes
Compatible App The JBL PartyBox App
Compatible Mobile Operating System Android, iOS
Power
Wattage/ Voltage 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Dimensions
Product Width 41.5 cm
Product Depth 36.9 cm
Product Height 76.9 cm
Product Weight 25.5 kg
Warranty
Manufacturers 12 Months
Reviews

Expert Reviews

Customer Reviews

JBL Partybox 520 Portable Bluetooth Party Speaker - Black is rated 4.9 out of 5 by 58.
Rated 5 out of 5 by from You need this if you party! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This thing is awesome! I was very skeptical of the party box line, but I am a believer now. The 520 is absolutely amazing. It’s not just a speaker system, but a true music experience. JBL sound quality, massive sound, and lights! The entire family jammed out for hours the first night we had it. Outside, the sound carries a very open area clearly. The 520 is fantastic for outdoor parties, pool days, and night parties are that much better due to the lighting effects (kids absolutely love it!). This is now one of my top 5 JBL favorite items ever! If you need big sound, the Party Box 520 is a no brainer.
Date published: 2025-06-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by from New 520 party box !! Smashing it! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is real nice party box. It has a real clear sound and good base. The lights are nice and entertaining. I like that it can be linked back to other TWS units. This is not my first party box. I have a 310 in my garage and have used it for years. This new 520 has better sound quality and the volume has way more push. I use it out by the pool and it is perfect. The fact it is splash resistant is just what I needed. The AI sound is a nice addition so you aren’t adjusting it all the time. It is a heavier unit but the bigger wheels make it easy to move.
Date published: 2025-05-27
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Amazing sound, very powerful speaker! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Amazing sound! The box is huge, connect easily to my Google TV with Bluetooth and the quality of watching Basketball or a movie is just wow. This can easily be your TV sound system, and you can move it around... The speaker is heavy, but the wheels help to move it, I was able to connect to my Flex TV as well and to my phone. You can connect a Mic and a guitar as well. It comes with a battery that you can replace in the future. It was not there on older models. What i liked about this huge speaker is that it can replace all the speakers I have, specially for TV and Desktop. There are lights and sounds you can change on the top of the speaker and JBL App (I used the android one) provide you full control of the speaker, include updates. Enjoy Movies as never before!
Date published: 2025-05-29
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Just wow! I received this speaker about a week ago. For someone who always organises family and friends events. We were always using a small Bluetooth speaker which was always too quiet and no one could really hear the music. With this speaker. Oh my! It has completely changed how well the parties are going to be now. This speaker is heavy, coming in at 25kg. The handle and wheels really help when it comes to relocating the speaker. The app is very intuitive and easy to navigate when changing the light modes, seeing battery percentage, changing EQ and adding MOOORREEEE BASS. If you purchase two, you can create a stereo pair! If you are looking for a speaker for family or friend events. I highly recommend this speaker. You will not be disappointed.
Date published: 2025-08-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from … The Perfect Speaker to have a Party anywhere … [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] JBL PARTYBOX 520 I got this Speaker ( Partybox 520 ) a few days ago and ooh my God , I am beyond impressed how good and how loud this is . It has great sound and as deep Bass as to be expected being a JBL Product. We used it at a Barbecue yesterday and everyone there loved it . They were Amazed how good it sounds and how cool and practical the Partybox i . Also very easy to use as all the buttons and features are pretty straight forward. - Design.. the Partybox 520 looks pretty cool , the suitcase idea is very ingenious. The telescopic handle and the wheels make pretty easy to move and maneuver. - Sound .. as JBL Product it sounds amazing , just in a much larger scale this time. You can become a DJ and entertain your family and friends. - Control Panel.. all the buttons on top and on the back are easy to use. You can Turn ON and OFF the lights just by pressing the button on the top panel. I found that with the JBL Partybox App you can turn the speaker off if you desire. - Size.. in my opinion is comparable to a large suitcase, it is sturdy and weighs around 50 lbs. Overall I think is another great product from JBL.
Date published: 2025-05-25
Rated 5 out of 5 by from BIG Sound BIG Package! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] OK, this is a BIG speaker, with a BIG sound. If you have heard, or own, any JBL products you know that GREAT JBL bass sound and the PartyBox 520 has the same sound. It WILL fill big spaces, like a pool or deck area. It would also be great to have in a party room or for a yard party. Operation and connection, using Bluetooth, are simple; it uses the same sound effects as other JBL products to confirm things, including Bluetooth connection. When those itty-bitty speakers say that they “have a big sound….” THIS is the sound they are talking about. That said, it also performed wonderfully at lower (living room) levels for me. It would also be great as amplification for a podium Microphone or two. There are two XLR inputs, one for Line in, on the back with adapters for Stereo plugs…. perfect for an instrument and microphone if you are a performer on a Patio or medium size club space. It also takes USB-C and a mini-plug Aux input. On top are controls for Microphone input, including bass, treble and echo. According to the specs, the Party Box 520 is ‘Splash-proof’. It’s powered by a JBL battery that is replaceable, it takes about 3 hours to charge, also according to the specs. Mine was 50% charged when delivered and I charged it overnight before use. First Thing: I strongly encourage getting the App for control of the PartyBox. There are features in the app which allow customization, including a seven band Equalizer with other presets and different types of Bass Response. The App is also the only way to update the speaker’s firmware, something my app did automatically on the first connection. I presume that JBL will update firmware, and the app, as different options are enabled. Effects Lab in the app is where the sound effects originate; one time per push. The app allows customization of three separate Sounds that play from buttons on top of the speaker. All the lighting settings are on the app, and it’s the same thing, you can set up your faves to play via controls on top of the speaker. It’s also possible to turn all the lighting off if needed, via the app. All this BIG sound, Big Control and BIG fun comes in a relatively big package, as tall as the average 4-year-old, and heavier. There is a pop-up handle and wheels for portability. If you want to lift it, I suggest getting a partner. But for someone like a music therapist who travels within a building, it would be great. Let’s get some actual usage. The JBL Party Box 520 is perfect for a pool or deck party, including music performances and/or Karaoke. Included with the sound effects are a few record scratches to use and some encouragement shoutouts. My favorite sound effect is the applause… I have that programmed into the “Thumbs Up” button on top so I can congratulate my kids after they sing. The lighting effects are great for a night-time yard party. Recently, I observed a Party Box in use as the primary sound system for a gym sized room and it was just fine - that bass really carries the sound.
Date published: 2025-08-01
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Good speaker, a touch loud This product is a great speaker if you want to rave and party! We have a warehouse so in there it works fantastic with the bass features and volume levels. The coloured lights are super fun and match the party vibe immensely. This product is super heavy but does have built in wheels and a handle. If you want to use this speaker at home the absolute most you'd be able to put it up to is 15% volume or it's simply too loud. Overall a great speaker and if you have the space definitely get it, but in a standard house it's not the best idea if you want to not anger your neighbours 😂
Date published: 2025-09-11
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Awesome do it all speaker. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The speakers are awesome, they can fill up a whole room without really needing to crank the volume. Even when it gets louder the sounds dont get muddy and you can still have a quality output. The mic plug and plug factor was very easy to set up and using it for karaoke was a breeze. Just connect a bluetooth device and get a karoake app or lyrics video going with your mic and start singing. My only wish is that there was storage of some kind for mics or the power cable but I imagine 3d printing something would be easy enough.
Date published: 2025-07-22
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What's in the box

JBL PartyBox 520
Quick-start guide
Safety Instruction and Warranty Card

AC power cord (Quantity and plug type vary by regions)

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Limit 2 per customer. Personal shoppers only. Trade not supplied. Available from 6pm Wednesday 3rd December 2025 until midnight Tuesday 16th December 2025.

Questions & Answers

Is this like the 310 portable self powered rechargeable just louder?

Asked by: JiBLs
Thanks for your inquiry. Yes, our JBL PartyBox 520 is rechargeable just like our JBL PartyBox 310.
Answered by: Customer Support
Date published: 2025-11-14

Will a boombox 3 pair with party box 520?

Asked by: Poppa D
Thanks for your question. Our JBL PartyBox 520 and JBL Boombox 3 can not be paired together as they use different wireless connections. Our PartyBox 520 features Auracast, while our Boombox 3 uses JBL PartyBoost. These two systems are not compatible. To connect multiple JBL speakers, they must support the same pairing protocol.
Answered by: Customer Support
Date published: 2025-11-10
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