JBL Authentics 500, wireless speaker

The JBL Authentics 500 is a premium wireless speaker that will appeal to music lovers and design enthusiasts alike. With an impressive 270W of 3.1-channel sound, Dolby Atmos® Music technology and a stylish retro design, this speaker fills even the largest spaces with authentic JBL sound.

Sound system: 3.1 + Dolby Atmos Music
Total power: 270 W (max., THD <1%)
Frequency range: 40 Hz - 20 kHz (-6 dB)
Power supply: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz

Superb sound and performance with Dolby Atmos® Music

270 watts of 3.1 channel sound, with virtual Dolby Atmos® create a lifelike musical experience that makes you feel like you're hearing your music live. Three 1-inch tweeters and three 2.75-inch midrange woofers provide so much clarity that every detail of your favorite song sounds brand new, while a 6.5-inch down firing subwoofer and the patented SlipStream™ bass port guarantee incredible deep bass.

Inspired by retro design

The JBL Authentics 500 delivers the iconic style inspired by classic JBL heritage designs, for a look that complements any room, easily filling even the largest space with superior JBL sound. And the speaker's premium aluminum frame, custom leather-like enclosure, and reimagined Quadrex grille really show the attention we paid to each visual detail, right down to the special JBL signature pattern surrounding the downfiring woofer.

Music streaming services via built-in Wi-Fi

Experience everything from podcasts to internet radio in stunning high definition. Or stream music through AirPlay, Alexa Multi-Room Music (MRM), Chromecast built-in™, and Spotify Connect and leave the room or take a call without the music being interrupted. The Wi-Fi connection ensures that your speaker gets automatic software and feature updates.

General Specifications
Sound system
3.1 & Dolby Atmos Music
Power supply
100 - 240V AC, ~ 50/60Hz
Total speaker power output (Max @THD 1%)
270W
Transducer
3 x 25mm aluminum dome tweeter + 3 x 2.75" midrange + 6.5" subwoofer
Networked standby power
< 2.0W
Operating temperature: 0 °C - 45 °C
Audio Specifications
Frequency response
40Hz - 20kHz (-6dB)
Audio inputs: 1 Audio in, Bluetooth/WIFI, Ethernet and USB (USB playback is available in US version. For other versions, USB is for Service only.)
Dimensions
Dimensions (W x H x D)
447 x 240 x 255.7 mm / 17.60" x 9.45" x 10.07"
Weight
7.8 kg / 17.20 lbs
Packaging dimensions (W x H x D)
515 x 322 x 315 mm / 20.3" x 12.7" x 12.4"
Packaging Weight
11.4 kg / 25.1 lbs
Control and Connection Specifications
USB port
Type C
USB rating
5V DC, 1A
Supported formats
mp3,WAV
MP3 codec
MPEG 1 Layer 2/3, MPEG 2 Layer 3, MPEG 2.5 Layer 3
MP3 sampling rate
16 - 48 kHz
MP3 bitrate
80 - 320 kbps
Bluetooth version
5.3
Bluetooth problem
A2DP 1.3.2, AVRCP 1.5
Bluetooth transmitter frequency range: 2400 MHz - 2483.5 MHz
Bluetooth transmitter power: <17 dBm
Wi-Fi network: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz/5GHz)
2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range
2412 - 2472 MHz (2.4 GHz ISM Band, USA 11 Channels, Europe and others 13 Channels)
2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter power
<20 dBm
5G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range
5.15 - 5.35GHz, 5.470 - 5.725GHz, 5.725 - 5.825GHz
5G Wi-Fi transmitter power
<23 dBm
Features
Built-in Wi-Fi
Yes
3.5 mm audio cable Input
Yes
3D Dolby Atmos
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
JBL One App
Yes
Voice Assistant integration
Yes
Notification
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* Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant may not be available in all countries or languages. Features and functionality may vary.
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Availability of Dolby Atmos Music may depend on subscription plan.

User manual (EN)