Last year, JBL introduced a whole new lineup of speakers called Authentics. The main idea was to bring back the brand’s heritage look coupled with the latest sound innovation. It is now finally available in Nepal.
JBL Authentics: Everything you need to know
JBL Authentics is a brand new family of Wi-Fi Home speakers. The original lineup consists of three wireless speakers bearing the look of the L100 speaker popular in the 70’s.
JBL has reimagined the classic speaker with materials and the latest audio technology. The result is the new trio of Authentics 200, 300, and 500.
The most striking feature of these wireless speakers is the new Quadrex grill. In addition, they bring aluminum frames and synthetic leather-clad enclosures.
Other than the retro looks, these new Authentics speakers bring the industry-first Alexa and Google Assistant integration. That is, these speakers can toggle between the two voice assistants at users’ convenience.
Since these are Wi-Fi speakers, they support streaming music, podcasts and radio straight from the internet. Moreover, you can enjoy them by connecting them to your phone or other Bluetooth device.
JBL Authentics speakers can re-calibrate them to adapt to the room they are in each time you switch them on to deliver the best possible sound every time.
JBL Authentics 200
- Dimensions: 266.3 x 171.7 x 167.4 mm /10.48″ x 6.76″ x 6.59″
- Weight: 3.12 kg / 6.88 lbs
- Transducer: 2 x 25mm tweeter + 5″ woofer
- Speaker Power Output: 90W
- Frequency Response: 50Hz – 20kHz (-6dB)
- Connectivity: USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (2.4G/5G), Ethernet, 3.5mm input,
- Voice Assistant: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
- Companion App: JBL One App
- Price in Nepal: Rs. 47,500
JBL Authentics 300
- Dimensions: 342 x 195.6 x 180.3 / 13.46″ x 7.7″ x 7.1″
- Weight: 4.9 Kg / 10.8 lbs
- Transducer: 2 x 25mm tweeter + 5.25″ woofer
- Speaker Power Output: 100W
- Frequency Response: 45Hz – 20kHz (-6dB)
- Connectivity: USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (2.4G/5G), Ethernet, 3.5mm input,
- Voice Assistant: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
- Battery: 3.6V, 4800mAh (Replaceable)
- Play Time: up to 8 hours
- Charging Time: <3.5 hours
- Companion App: JBL One App
- Price in Nepal: Rs. 60,500
JBL Authentics 500
- Dimensions: 447 x 240 x 255.7 mm / 17.60″ x 9.45″ x 10.07″
- Weight: 7.8 kg / 17.20 lbs
- Transducer: 3 x 25mm aluminum dome tweeter + 3 x 2.75″ midrange + 6.5″ subwoofer
- Speaker Power Output: 270W
- Frequency Response: 40Hz – 20kHz (-6dB)
- Connectivity: USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (2.4G/5G), Ethernet, 3.5mm input,
- Voice Assistant: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
- Companion App: JBL One App
- Price in Nepal: Rs. 94,500
JBL Authentics 200 vs 300 vs 500: Which one is for you?
The Authentics speakers all serve different purposes. If you want a retro-style speaker and don’t care much about other features, the 200 is for you.
Authentics 300 is the only speaker in the series to have a handle and replaceable battery, making it the obvious choice for outdoors.
Finally, Authentics 500 promises the best sound of all, packing in three drivers, 270W output and Dolby Atmos sound.
| JBL Authentics 500 | JBL Authentics 300 | JBL Authentics 200 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | No | No |
| Simultaneous voice assistants | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| JBL One App | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-room playback | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic self-tuning | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth, Wi-Fi & Ethernet connection | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | No | Yes – consumer replaceable | No |
| Quadrex grille and retro design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Price in Nepal | Rs. 47,500 | Rs. 60,500 | Rs. 94,500 |
Where can you buy JBL Authentics home speakers in Nepal?
Oliz Store has brought the JBL authentic home speakers to Nepal. The price ranges from Rs. 47,500 to Rs. 94,500. You can buy these speakers from Oliz’s physical outlet and website.
