JBL makes some of the best audio solutions around, and now is a great time to pick up one of its top-rated speakers. The JBL Authentics 500 is now going at a 40% discount at Amazon, which brings its not-so-budget-friendly $750 price to just $450.
The offer applies to the Black version, and you also get a three-month subscription to Amazon Music Unlimited for free with your purchase.
Room-Filling Sound
This speaker flaunts an eye-catching style inspired by JBL retro designs, with the leather-like enclosure, paired with a Quadrex grille, giving off a stunning look. You’ll find all the important controls (for volume, power, connectivity, etc) right on the speaker itself, but the thing also supports Alexa or Google Assistant for when you’re feeling too lazy to hit some buttons.
Sound quality is exactly what you’d expect at this price point. JBL Authentics 500 features three 2.5mm tweeters and 2.75-inch midrange woofers, along with a 6.5-inch down-firing subwoofer to push out deeper, stronger bass for all your favorite tracks. It’s the kind of audio that keeps lows clear, mids balanced, and highs rich – at all volume levels. Audio also fills the room instead of being pushed from a single angle, which is great for times you’re entertaining a crowd. And speaking of a larger setup, you’ll also have the option to pair multiple JBL Authentics speakers together and place them throughout your home for stereo sound. Friends in the lounge will enjoy the same listening experience as those in the backyard or the kitchen.
Even better, the speaker automatically analyzes your surroundings every time you turn it on. It then calibrates and optimizes audio performance based on your location for a personalized experience. You can connect the speaker to your smartphone via Bluetooth to stream, or do it using AirPlay, Alexa Multi-Room Music, Chromecast built-in, or Spotify Connect with built-in Wi-Fi. The latter makes it easy to use the phone for other stuff – such as taking calls – without interrupting your listening experience.
You can manage playback and tweak settings using the on-speaker controls, through voice assistants, or the dedicated smartphone app. The JBL app gives you the most control, and also includes customization options to personalize audio just the way you like it.
Your purchase includes a three-month trial of Amazon Music Unlimited. This platform gets you instant access to millions of ad-free songs and hundreds of podcast episodes. It supports offline listening and offers spatial audio formats for more immersive listening. After the trial, your subscription will continue at the monthly price of $12 a month, if you choose to keep it. This premium, top-rated JBL speaker is now down to $450, after a massive 40% discount. Pick it up before the offer wraps up, or the stock runs out!