[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The PartyBox Encore 2 I am reviewing is the 2 mic version. You can now have someone join your karaoke party without you having to pass the mic along. The microphones are compact and can be charged via USB C. The speaker has two locations on the back were you can attach the provided mic holders to easily carrying both microphones. The speaker is an improvement over it’s predecessor with a higher battery capacity, increasing runtime to around 15 hours per full charge. The higher capacity battery is now replaceable by opening a lower compartment on the back of the unit. This is a huge benefit as you can carry an extra battery in case you run out of power or in case you need to replace the battery in the future. The speaker looks great with the larger style JBL logo which is dark grey with orange outlining each letter. The top handle is a soft silicone material which allows you to carry the unit with it’s speakers facing to the sides. The speaker has a total output of 100W RMS when connected to an AC outlet. The speakers frequency range is from 40Hz to 20kHz. Bass is deep, vocals are clear and treble is crisp. Output power is slightly reduced when using it with the internal battery. The JBL One app is a must to take full advantage of all the features the speaker has to offer. You can access the volume, play, pause fast forward, rewind, DJ effects, light controls, sound settings with 4 preset sound profiles, a custom 7 band equalizer as well as a couple of bass boost selections. I prefer the deep bass setting over punchy bass. You can adjust mic volume and add mic echo intensity via the app as well as buttons on the unit. You can pair the speaker with the exact speaker via Auracast to create true left and right stereo pairing. You can also connect it to older generation Partybox speakers which is great as some people may be upgrading from previous models. Left and right stereo pairing is not available between different model speakers. You will also be able to update the speakers firmware via the JBL One app. The speaker has physical buttons on top as well as under the water resistant compartment in back of the unit. I like the fact that JBL kept a 3.5mm input as well as a guitar input with volume and gain control. The speaker also has a USB C port in the back for a wired connection or for charging your USB C compatible devices like the included mics or a phone. A small led light has been added under the water resistant compartment for easy viewing in the dark. The speaker is not water proof but rather splash proof, in case it should get a bit wet. The JBL Partybox Encore 2 is an outstanding speaker with great build quality. I recommend this speaker to anyone wanting a superb, loud, fun, party speaker. I almost forgot to mention that I could find any cons with this speaker. It is that good.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] this party box works well for more than just parties. We took it to a County event and also used it as our microphone and speaker in a barn. The sound carried perfectly was easy to use and very clear. 10 out of 10 would recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been enjoying the PartyBox Encore 2 for almost two weeks now. Upon first unboxing the speaker, I noticed it has a handle that retracts flat on the top of the unit. It’s has an ergonomic feal to it. Pairing was simple with the press of the Bluetooth button on top of the unit. After I paired the speaker I attached the two microphone mounts to the back of the speaker. Having the previous model, adding mounts for the included microphones for the newer model is a huge plus. I no longer have to locate my mics as they are stored on the back of this new model. A very welcomed improvement. Adjustments for the rechargeable mics are located on top of the speaker. This newer model has a smaller appearance than the previous but sounds better. The new PartyBox Encore 2 has commanding bass and rich midrange. The high frequencies blend perfectly with the overall sound. The sound stays clear and balanced all the way to max volume. It has practically no distortion when cranked up. You can fine tune the frequencies via the PartyBox app to your liking. Another improvement on this new model is the removable battery located on the back of the unit. Flip down the door and simply pull the tab and it easily comes out. This adds a sense of longevity to this speaker as batteries degrade over time. I recently used this speaker for a party and it had plenty of battery left after 7 hours of continuous playing with bass boost on and lights active. I had the speaker more than half way up so this battery performs great in this speaker. The party lights on the front of the speaker really add to the party vibe. You can change the pattern via the Party Box app or by the controls on top of the speaker. They are very bright and lively and make the party even more fun. This speaker has the auracast feature. It works with my Flip 7 and PartyBox Ultimate which is awesome. Both different speakers, but have the ability to connect via Auracast to the PartyBox Encore 2 and any other Jbl products with Auracast. I’m happy to see that you can now connect different types of speakers together utilizing Auracast. Auracast holds the connection between speakers perfectly without loosing connection. I had this speaker paired with my PartyBox Ultimate which really filled my yard with sound during a party I was having. All of my guests were highly impressed with the sound of the PartyBox Encore 2 during my recent party. Back to the sound of this speaker. It’s plenty for a party. I have more than half an acre in my back yard and this is perfect for filling it with sound, without getting the cops called on me. My neighbors said they can hear it but it’s not bothersome. This speaker is very loud for its size, but won’t shake the ground under you. The sound is very impressive for the size of the speaker, and the small drivers encased in it. The port in back of the speaker reinforces the low frequencies without any port turbulence. It’s tuned very well for the speaker. The speaker is well designed. Easy to operate controls on the top. Enclosed ports on the rear, which are illuminated by a led light include a guitar input, gain control, auxiliary input and usb-c port. The cover helps give this speaker an IPX4 rating. There is another covered port where the speaker is charged from. The speaker doesn’t have any protective overmolds on it so it will get scratched if you bump or rub it on something. It will crack if you drop it as the housing is plastic. The front grill is metal to protect the actual drivers. The included microphones are built very well. They feel very premium and work seamlessly for some karaoke. This speaker is super fun at a party for this reason. My kids take the speaker when their friends come over to have a karaoke jam. Jbl has released another solid Party speaker. It has improved specs, hardware and accessories when compared to the previous model. Every improvement is well thought out and welcomed. It’s my go to speaker for casual listening and for parties. The fact that you can even use it with the previous model is an added bonus. Connect speakers from other categories of Jbl speakers via Auracast making this speaker even more versatile.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The JBL PartyBox Encore 2 creates big sound in a small package. The most enjoyable part about it is the long battery life. Getting 15 hours in one charge with such crisp highs and deep lows is amazing. The integration with the JBL app is great for monitoring settings, sound and lighting. The karaoke offering is great and gives it another wonderful party aspect. The microphones are easily storable on the back of the speaker and offer a decent quality sound to sing along to your favorite songs. The dedicated guitar port adds yet another layer of fun if you're out giving your friends a show! All in all it's a feature packed and great sounding set up!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was very impressed with the JBL PartyBox Encore 2. The bluetooth connection was immediate and held a good solid connection. The sound quality was simply amazing. Not only did the sound rock, but when you add the bass boost, wow. JBL superior sound just kicks in. The voice over music worked extremely well. There is a control for echo on the cabinet for control. The light effects, chase scenes, within the cabinet and the wrap around lighting was beautiful. The end user has several chase scenes to choose from which also changes the color scheme. As for the microphone connection, it was quick and easy. The 2 cardioid mics are great. They pick up sound extremely well. The 2 mics come with 2 mic holsters that easily mounts to the back of the speaker cabinet. The whole kit, if you will is portable and all devices are self contained. Not to leave out the carrying handle, it is very comfortable where moving the 14 lb. system. Over all I would highly recommend this system if you are looking for entertainment for any event.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this speaker a couple of weeks ago and wow am I glad that I did. This portable speaker is definitely a party in a box! It has been great for hanging out at the pool this summer. I guess it's about 20lbs in weigh so it's not too heavy to carry around. I plan to use on my next trip to the beach. The battery last for hours and can be swapped with a spare if you've got it. The sound is top notch and you can feel the bass boost in your chest. It comes with TWO wireless mics for karaoke. You can even plug a guitar in it. And when the sun goes down you can keep the fun going with the built-in lightshow. You can control all of the sound and light features with JBL app. The ONLY thing you need to worry about with this thing is buying 1 or 2 USB-C cables to charge the mics. I highly recommend it.

Wonderful unit! Very happy with purchase!