JBL Grip Portable Speaker Launches With Rugged Design, Waterproof, And Powerful Sound

JBL has introduced the JBL Grip, a compact, portable speaker designed for users who want premium sound in a rugged, grab-and-go form factor. Priced at $99.95, the device is inspired by the size and proportions of a seltzer can, making it highly portable while still delivering the signature JBL Pro Sound experience. Despite its small footprint, the speaker is built to handle a variety of environments, combining durability with practical features for outdoor and everyday use.

The JBL Grip delivers 16 watts of audio output enhanced by AI-powered Sound Boost, which helps minimize distortion at any volume. This ensures that users enjoy clear, punchy sound whether listening at low levels or pushing the speaker to its maximum output. Its audio profile emphasizes rich bass and balanced mids and highs, making it suitable for a wide range of music genres and outdoor activities.

In terms of battery life, the JBL Grip provides up to 12 hours of continuous playback. Users can extend this by an additional two hours through the Playtime Boost function, allowing the speaker to last through long outdoor excursions, work sessions, or social gatherings without frequent recharging. The rechargeable battery is integrated into the compact design, supporting fast and convenient charging.

The speaker also supports Auracast connectivity, a feature that allows multiple JBL speakers to be linked together or configured as a stereo pair. This enables users to scale up their audio setup for larger spaces, group activities, or multi-room listening, providing flexibility for different listening scenarios.

Durability is a central feature of the JBL Grip. The speaker carries an IP68 rating, making it dustproof, waterproof, and drop-resistant. An integrated rope hook adds extra convenience, allowing users to attach the speaker to backpacks, bicycles, or kayaks for hands-free portability. This design makes it suitable for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, cyclists, and anyone looking for a resilient audio companion.

Additional customization options include a programmable ambient backlight, which can be controlled through the JBL Portable App. This allows users to adjust the lighting to suit their mood, environment, or personal aesthetic.

Key features

●      Bold JBL Pro Sound

●      AI Sound Boost proprietary technology to analyze music in real-time and optimize speaker driver to prevent distortion, even at high volume levels

●      12 hours of playtime and 2 more with Playtime Boost

●      Auracast enabled for stereo and multi-speaker pairing

●      Ambient Light on the back panel so you can set the mood to match your mix

●      IP68 water, dust and drop proof

●      JBL Portable App

●      Built with post-consumer recycled plastic and FSC certified paper packaging

Availability

The JBL Grip is now available for pre-sale, with a full release scheduled for September 28. Combining compact portability, robust durability, long battery life, and clear JBL Pro Sound, the JBL Grip positions itself as an ideal speaker for users seeking both convenience and performance in a versatile, adventure-ready package.

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