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JBL Expands Their Hottest Portable Lineup For a New Generation

JBL Xtreme 4, JBL Clip 5 and JBL Go 4 portable speakers come with even better sound, new colors and now made with post-consumer recycled plastic and fabric

LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CES 2024 -- JBL, global pioneer in portable audio, is unveiling exciting changes to their popular portable audio lineup with upgrades for JBL Xtreme 4, JBL Clip 5 and JBL Go 4. Now made with recycled fabric and plastic and equipped with upgraded Bluetooth capabilities, these latest portables come packed with stylish colorways, new features and the sound experience fans love. JBL is the global leader in portable audio and that continues with the latest additions to the lineup.

“We have always been proud of our portable audio lineup at JBL and now that all three of these products are made with post-consumer recycled materials, we have even more to talk about. Customers can continue enjoying premium sound and stylish design, but now built with the environment in mind,” said Dave Rogers, President, HARMAN Lifestyle Division.

Take sound to the next level anywhere and anytime with the JBL Xtreme 4. Now enhanced with AI Sound Boost which analyzes audio in real time with an AI algorithm to optimize the acoustic output level, leading to more powerful and crystal-clear sound. The JBL Xtreme 4 also includes a replaceable battery for extended lifespan and features Bluetooth 5.3 with LE audio capabilities, IP67 waterproof and dustproof, multi-speaker connection and a power bank providing 24 hours of playtime. Whether the party is indoors or outdoors, the JBL Xtreme 4 is sure to provide a captivating sound experience for every moment. The JBL Xtreme 4 incorporates post-consumer recycled materials for 70% of its plastic and 100% of the fabric for the speaker grille. It's also packaged in FSC-certified paper printed with soy ink.

It’s now easier than ever to take the JBL Clip 5 on the road as the redesigned carabiner has a bigger and more accessible opening, making it easier to clip on anywhere. The stylish travel accessory continues to deliver with an increase in driver power that allows for more streamlined sound and consistent bass at every volume. With 12 hours of playtime, Bluetooth 5.3 with LE audio capabilities, an IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating, JBL Portable app support and multi-speaker connection via Auracast™, the JBL Clip 5 is the perfect adventure companion. Finally, the JBL Clip 5 incorporates post-consumer recycled materials for 70% of its plastic and 100% of the fabric for the speaker grille. It's also packaged in FSC-certified paper printed with soy ink.

With a more robust sound and punchier bass than its predecessor, JBL’s smallest portable, JBL Go 4, continues to deliver surprisingly big audio and punchy bass for its compact size. Meant to travel anywhere, the mini speaker has an updated silhouette and wider and more durable strap, making it more hand friendly. JBL Go 4 boasts 7 hours of playtime, is IP67 waterproof and dustproof, comes equipped with Bluetooth 5.3 with LE audio, and has multi-speaker connection via the JBL Portable app and Auracast™. Without compromising on style as it comes in six colorways, the JBL Go 4 has everything needed to grab and go. The JBL Go 4 incorporates post-consumer recycled materials for 80% of its plastic and 100% of the fabric for the speaker grille. It's also packaged in FSC-certified paper printed with soy ink.

 

Specs

Battery Life

Price

JBL Xtreme 4

  • IP67 Certified waterproof and dustproof
  • Handy shoulder strap
  • Made of recycled fabric and plastic
  • AI Sound Boost
  • Bluetooth V5.3 with LE audio
  • Multi-speaker connection via Auracast™
  • Power bank
  • Replaceable battery for enhanced serviceability
  • Works with JBL Portable App
  • Available in three colors

24-hours of playtime (Up to 6 hours longer when listening in Playtime Boost mode)

$379.95

JBL Clip 5

  • IP67 Certified waterproof and dustproof
  • Bluetooth V5.3 with LE audio
  • Multi-speaker connection via Auracast™
  • Made of recycled fabric and plastic
  • Works with JBL Portable app
  • Available in six colors

12-hour battery life (Up to 3 hours longer when listening in Playtime Boost mode)

$79.95

JBL Go 4

  • IP67 Certified waterproof and dustproof
  • Bluetooth V5.3 with LE audio
  • Multi-speaker connection via Auracast™
  • Made of recycled fabric and plastic
  • Works with JBL Portable app
  • Available in six colors

7-hour battery life (Up to 2 hours longer when listening in Playtime Boost mode)

$49.95

The JBL Xtreme 4, JBL Clip 5 and JBL Go 4 will be available on JBL.com in June 2024.

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ABOUT JBL
JBL creates the amazing sound that shapes life’s most epic moments. From iconic events like Woodstock and concerts at Madison Square Garden, to games at Yankee Stadium and weekend road trips, JBL elevates listeners’ experiences with award-winning audio that lets them make the most of every moment. With 75 years of unmatched professional credentials and industry leading innovation, JBL has expertly blended a bold vision of the future with the passion and talent of engineers and designers around the globe. JBL’s Signature Professional Sound is the leading technology that powers major pop culture events, and the brand has partnered with the world’s top talent across music, sports and esports.

ABOUT HARMAN
HARMAN International (harman.com), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co, LTD., designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 25 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics.

Contacts

HARMAN Americas Consumer Lifestyle
Denise Daly, Director of Communications & PR
JBL@dkcnews.com

HARMAN International


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JBL, global pioneer in portable audio, is unveiling exciting changes to their popular portable audio lineup.
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Contacts

HARMAN Americas Consumer Lifestyle
Denise Daly, Director of Communications & PR
JBL@dkcnews.com

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