Is the JBL PartyBox 520 loud enough for an outdoor party?

Yes. It is one of JBL's biggest PartyBox speakers and is built for yards, pools and open spaces. For a very large crowd or a long venue, pairing two units adds coverage.

How long does the battery last?

JBL rates it at up to 15 hours. Loud volume and the light show shorten that, so expect less at full blast.

Does it come with microphones?

This bundle includes the EasySing PartyBox wireless microphone system. The speaker alone does not include microphones.

Can I use it for karaoke?

Yes. The microphone inputs and the included wireless mics make it a karaoke setup. You supply the backing tracks from a phone or tablet over Bluetooth.

How does it compare with smaller PartyBox models?

It is bigger, heavier and louder, with more bass and wheels for moving it. Smaller models are easier to carry but cannot fill a large outdoor space the same way.

Can it be used indoors?

It works indoors, but the bass and volume are tuned for open spaces. In a small room you will likely keep the volume low and skip the light show.

Where can I buy the JBL PartyBox 520 Party Speaker with Microphones?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Best Buy.

JBL PartyBox 520 Party Speaker with Microphones

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$1,079.90at WalmartChecked Nov 10

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JBL PartyBox 520 Party Speaker with Microphones

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$1,079.90at WalmartChecked Nov 10

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Last seen at $1,079.90 at Walmart on Nov 10.
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Our take on the JBL PartyBox 520 Party Speaker with Microphones

The JBL PartyBox 520 is a large wheeled party speaker with a built-in light show, up to 15 hours of battery, and JBL's AI Sound Boost processing for louder, cleaner output at high volume. It rolls on wide wheels with a grippy handle, so one person can move it from the car to the yard. This bundle adds a wireless EasySing microphone system, which makes it a karaoke and MC setup out of the box. Against smaller PartyBox models it trades portability for more bass and headroom; against the biggest PartyBox units it is easier to haul and still loud enough for a backyard crowd.

Best forBackyard and pool partiesKaraoke nights and MC workOutdoor events without power outletsHouseholds that want one loud speaker instead of a PA

Pros

Wide wheels and a grippy handle make a heavy speaker movable by one person
Up to 15 hours of battery covers a full day of hosting
AI Sound Boost lifts volume while limiting distortion
Built-in light show synced to the music
Bundle includes a wireless microphone system for karaoke

Cons

Large and heavy; not a carry-around speaker
Big sound is not apartment-friendly at high volume
Light show and loud bass can bother close neighbors
Microphone system adds setup steps before first use

JBL PartyBox 520 Party Speaker with Microphones prices at every store

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$1,079.90Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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$1,079.90Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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JBL PartyBox 520 Party Speaker with Microphones price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,079.90 on Nov 10 at Best Buy. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owners of the PartyBox line praise the bass, the volume ceiling and the light show, and say the wheels make a heavy speaker practical. Common complaints center on weight, size and how far the sound carries to neighbors.

What people mention

BassPraisedOwners say the low end hits hard and carries outdoors.
VolumePraisedReviewers report it stays clean at high levels thanks to the sound boost processing.
WeightCriticisedBuyers call it heavy and awkward to lift, even with wheels.
BatteryPraisedOwners say playtime holds up across a full party.
Light showPraisedThe synced lights are a favorite for evening gatherings.
NeighborsMixedSome owners note the bass travels far and draws complaints outdoors.

About the JBL PartyBox 520 Party Speaker with Microphones

This Package Includes PartyBox 520 Portable Party Speaker EasySing PartyBox Digital Wireless Microphone System PartyBox 520 Portable Party Speaker Party Loud Party Long Got big plans that call for big sound? The JBL PartyBox 520 knows how to set the mood with a vibey lightshow and our biggest boldest thumping sound yet powered by the all new AI Sound Boost tech to help get everyone moving and shaking. Our sound might be heavy but this speaker is easy to move whether we’re setting up in the backyard by the pool or that place where our friend just dropped a pin. Every move is smooth with the PartyBox 520’s grippy handle and wide wheels that are ready to roll when you are. With up to 15 hours of playtime you can host multiple parties before it’s time for a recharge. An

Specifications

Portable: YesSource
Bluetooth: YesSource
Color: BlackSource
Battery Life (h): 15.0Source

Questions and answers

Is the JBL PartyBox 520 loud enough for an outdoor party?: Yes. It is one of JBL's biggest PartyBox speakers and is built for yards, pools and open spaces. For a very large crowd or a long venue, pairing two units adds coverage.
How long does the battery last?: JBL rates it at up to 15 hours. Loud volume and the light show shorten that, so expect less at full blast.
Does it come with microphones?: This bundle includes the EasySing PartyBox wireless microphone system. The speaker alone does not include microphones.
Can I use it for karaoke?: Yes. The microphone inputs and the included wireless mics make it a karaoke setup. You supply the backing tracks from a phone or tablet over Bluetooth.
How does it compare with smaller PartyBox models?: It is bigger, heavier and louder, with more bass and wheels for moving it. Smaller models are easier to carry but cannot fill a large outdoor space the same way.
Can it be used indoors?: It works indoors, but the bass and volume are tuned for open spaces. In a small room you will likely keep the volume low and skip the light show.
Where is the JBL PartyBox 520 Party Speaker with Microphones cheapest?: At Walmart, for $1,079.90, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the JBL PartyBox 520 Party Speaker with Microphones?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Best Buy.