JBL PartyBox 720

JBL is one of the most iconic names in American audio history, founded in 1946 by James Bullough Lansing. The brand has spent decades at the forefront of sound engineering, moving from high-end professional cinema and studio monitors to becoming a dominant force in the consumer electronics market. Today, the brand is particularly famous for its portable Bluetooth speakers and high-performance party systems like the PartyBox series.

While the brand's creative and engineering roots remain deeply embedded in the United States, manufacturing is primarily centralized in China to leverage global supply chain efficiencies. The brand underwent a significant ownership shift in 2017 when its parent company, Harman International, was acquired in a multi-billion dollar deal by Samsung Electronics.

This acquisition integrated JBL's acoustic expertise with Samsung's global distribution and technological resources. As of 2026, JBL continues to operate as a core brand within the Harman division, maintaining its status as a leading provider of professional and consumer audio solutions worldwide.