Refurbished JBL Partybox 320, 520, or 720 is going to be the best of most worlds. JBL Partybox Ultimate paired with a power bank would be the best sound quality and loudest.
If I were you, I'd get two JBL Partybox 320s and pair them in stereo mode. Can what turn then having different directions to cover a greater listening area
Soundbox is loudest, but like a screaming at ya type of way. Not a balanced listening experience, imo
I’m trying to set up something on a small apartment balcony for casual music listening in the evenings. The space is pretty limited and I don’t want something that pushes too much bass or annoys nearby neighbors.
Would smaller directional speakers or lower wattage units make more sense here, or is there a way to tune larger ones to keep sound contained? Also wondering if Bluetooth latency or connection stability is something I should worry about in this setup. thanks
Update: I went with #ad [**JBL PartyBox 520**](https://reddit-links.com/JBLPartyBox520) and it’s actually been easier to control the sound than I expected. Keeping the volume moderate and adjusting the bass has worked well for balcony listening without bothering anyone nearby.
I got two PB 520’s. I’m now getting called for every family get together… “can you please bring the music”?!? As loud (and chest thumping) as you would ever need for a backyard party. Even one did very well. I just HAD to get another. Portable… it has an extendable handle and wheels. Wish they had side handles for lifting, but not too bad. You can get covers (I did) that have handles built in. Good luck.
Try finding a shop that has the Encore 2 and listen to it. Rumors are that it has one of the best composures. But it is not the loudest.
Personally I’m a big fan of the PartyBox 520.
All depends on where you taking the thing. If you just want a speaker that'll sit in one spot then get a PB Ultimate or 720, of you actually need to move the thing then a PB 520 is a really good sweet spot
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