JBL Link Portable speaker

JBL is a legendary American audio brand founded by James Bullough Lansing in 1946. Known for its high-quality speakers and sound systems, the brand has a deep history in both professional and consumer audio markets. Over the decades, JBL became a part of Harman International Industries, which solidified its position as a global leader in audio technology.

In 2017, Harman International was acquired by Samsung Electronics, making the South Korean tech giant the ultimate owner of the JBL brand. This acquisition combined JBL's acoustic expertise with Samsung's vast technological resources. Most consumer electronics from JBL, including the Link series and portable speakers, are manufactured in China to leverage large-scale production facilities, though the brand’s engineering and original design heritage remains rooted in the United States and global R&D centers.