JBL Boombox contestBest Buy has a great selection of portable speakers that are perfect for summer parties. Well any party really, but especially summer parties: out in the hot sun with family and friends, perhaps splashing in water, running playing games …. That’s where you’ll appreciate the many great features of one of these speakers. Read on to learn about 3 great summer speakers: Sony XB32 waterproof speakers, Ultimate Ears BOOM 3, and the JBL Boombox. Then enter below for a chance to win a JBL Boombox from Best Buy.

What features do you need in a great party speaker

You’ve probably noticed that there is a huge difference between how a speaker performs indoors versus outdoors. Inside your home, the walls, floor, and ceiling will often reflect the sound, and shield you from external ambient sound. Outside, the sound carries away from the source, and competes with the variety of other sounds in the vicinity. Of course, another huge difference is that you often place the speaker in your home in a single, optimal place where it can project sound best, and remain safe from getting dirty or wet. Outside it will get moved around, it may get dirty—it may even get splashed on.

Summer parties need a great summer speaker

There is a time and place for everything. Sometimes when I’m in my yard, I just want to listen to the peaceful sounds of birds chirping and bees buzzing. However, when it’s party time, I crank up the tunes to create a fun playful atmosphere!

To do that you need great summer speakers! There is a huge selection of these now, so I’ll only call out three of the best.

Sony XB32 EXTRA BASS waterproof Bluetooth Wireless Speaker

This waterproof speaker will suit any party. Great sound and very versatile. It has a lot of features that contribute to its “summer party” suitability beginning with a battery that lasts up to 24 hours. It stays charged for the whole party and then some! Another unique feature is “Live Sound” that enables the speaker to project in 3 dimensions; place it in the middle of the party and the music will spread in all directions so everyone can dance and enjoy the tunes. To learn more about the Sony XB32, read Jacob’s written and video review on the Best Buy Blog.

BOOM 3 waterproof speaker

 

Ultimate Ears BOOM 3 waterproof bluetooth speaker

This speaker is loud, powerful, and a lot of fun. Its 15 hour battery life is ample for most events, and it’s IP67 rating means you place it pretty much anywhere: on the beach in the sand, on a floating surface in the pool, etc. No problem if you drop it in the pool—it can stay submerged up to a metre for a half-hour and remain party-ready! . Read Erin’s written and video review to learn more.

JBL Boombox Waterproof Bluetooth Wireless Speaker

JBL Boombox speaker prizeThe JBL Boombox has what it takes to make your music audible in the great outdoors, and it’s built to last no matter where you take it. First of all, it sounds great outside thanks to dual drivers and twin passive bass radiators and of course the long history of great JBL audio. Secondly, it can pair with up to 2 devices via Bluetooth, so more fun for everyone. Thirdly, it’s battery will last for up to 24 hours: that means if your party is far away from an electrical source, you know the music will last as long as the party does! Also, it is waterproof (IPX7 rating) so on a boat, near the pool, or wherever the party goes, it will keep playing. Another great feature is that if you have more than one, in fact up to 100 of these or any JBL Connect+ speakers, they can all be paired to play the same music! I saved my favourite feature for last: you can switch it from outdoor mode to indoor mode then bring it inside for great audio in your home too!

Just imaging the party possibilities with one of these speakers then enter below for your chance to win one.

HOW TO ENTER

Entering this contest is easy, but you can only enter once. In a comment beneath this article, tell us which of the many features that I mentioned about the JBL Boombox will you most appreciate if you win this speaker.

WHAT YOU CAN WIN

At the end of this contest we will select two (2) winners from all eligible entries. Each winner will receive a JBL Boombox Waterproof Bluetooth Wireless Speaker.

This contest runs from July 19th until August 5th. 

Remember you can only enter once. However, you probably know at least one person who loves to party and would appreciate if you share this contest link so they too have a chance to win.

Win a JBL Boombox Speaker Contest Rules and Regulations

Good luck.

Martin Renaud
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  3. I think that it’s awesome that it’s waterproof and has separate indoor and outdoor modes. I would love to have this speaker for outside by my hot tub

  4. I like the battery longevity, and the fact that it is waterproof, I’ve had JBL products in the past and have always been very pleased with the product

  5. IPX7 ratings means we can take it to the beach in Mexico or lounging in the backyard and not worry about it getting wet. 24hr battery life is Amazing and will last the whole day. This boom box will pair with our JBL Charge 3 mini speaker.

  7. Ready for the poolside on Vacation.
    Water & Dust resistant Fun!
    Super Huge Battery for Non-Stop Rockin.

  8. I like all the features…most appreciated are the 24 Hr battery life & outdoor sound quality.

  11. A battery that will last for up to 24 hours is one is the many features that I appreciate in the JBL Boombox!

  12. I think the ability to sync it up with another jbl speaker to get stereo sound is the feature I’d want to try out. Very cool.

  13. This is The One to have for all the party. Specifically for outdoors activities. With 24 hours lasting battery with full charge , Water & dust protection and it can also connect to others speakers too. Nicely done JBL.

  14. Being able to add multiple speakers and having multiple people connected to these devices would be awesome.

  16. What can I can say it’s just amazing in itself. It’s waterproof, louder and it’s JBL bro.

  18. Considering my current bt speaker, the dual drivers and twin passive bass radiators seem the best. Long battery life doesn’t hurt, and waterproof means doesn’t matter where you take it, huge pluses.

    Seems like an amazing speaker, wish i had the money for it, hopefully my luck will be higher on this contest.

  19. I love the indoor and outdoor modes on this speaker making it great for both chilling in the house and camping outside with my friends.

  20. My favourite feature is the fact that it’s waterproof. This would be perfect at the cottage by the water. I’m always playing music on my phone and worried about it getting wet. The JBL Boombox would be an awesome addition to the dock.

  21. My brother bought this beast a month ago and had it outside by the pool. Amazing, crisp highs and booming bass. No distortion at all!
    Turning volume up more would have created a wave pool!
    I want one!

  22. I love that it will pair with my JBL Charge 3 and 2 other Flip 4 speakers using the JBL Connect + feature. I pair the speakers I have now when we have a party and everyone is impressed with sound quality and fact that I can spread them around the house. This one would be awesome for the cottage down on the dock.

  23. I like the fact that you can use the speaker both indoors and outdoors and you can use more than one per device.

  24. Aside from the great sounds that it produces, for me the best feature is the long lasting battery. 24 hrs of music without having to charge, I’m sold.

  26. I love the long battery life and the fact you can connect multiple speakers. So you can spread the music out and enjoy it as people move around the party.

  27. A huge difference is that you often place the speaker in your home in a single, optimal place where it can project sound best, and remain safe from getting dirty or wet. Outside it will get moved around, it may get dirty—it may even get splashed on.

  29. Great sound and durability is important which JBL is known for. I love that the JBL Boombox has a battery that will last up to 24 hours which is amazing in a portable speaker. I also love that the JBL Boombox is waterproof and can switch from outdoor mode to indoor mode to adjust the sound according to a change in surroundings.

  37. I love the extended battery life and The fact it’s waterproof for those long days at the beach.

  41. Love the ability to sync my JBL Connect+ speaker that I own with this boombox. But the real plus is the dual drivers and twin passive bass radiators as sound is most important.

  42. Wow how can you just pick one feature as they are all great features with the JBL Boombox. I like that you can pair it with two Bluetooth devices. As well that you can change the mode from indoor to outdoor for workout purpose and that it lasts up to 24 hours.

  47. I love how durable it is, it will be perfect to use at home, by the hot tub and to take to school for special fun days inside and out!

  49. I’m not sure which feature is the best because it has such great ones: waterproof, battery life, indoor or outdoor feature or how about the amount of volume you can get out of this portable small speaker. Perfect for our crazy and and wild family that’s always on the go.

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