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JBL - Authentics 200 - Retro Style Smart Home Speaker with Built in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Voice Assistants, Alexa and Googl - White
Average customer rating
4.7
(83 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 83 reviews
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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Customer Reviews for JBL - Authentics 200 - Retro Style Smart Home Speaker with Built in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Voice Assistants, Alexa and Googl - White
Customer Rating
5
Sound Perfection !!!
on December 30, 2023
Posted by: Walter61
from Boulder, Colorado
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Authentics 200 is the best wireless speaker I have ever used. It allows you to get the perfect balance of bass and treble, something that is unusual in wireless speakers. In addition to that you have the chance to equalize your music according to your own preference, through the JBL One app. The design is perfect for any corner of your house or office. it just looks great. The bass is amazingly great and at the same time you get a perfect crispy sound so that it is possible to get sound perfection even at a low volume.
I’m definitely impressed with the excellent quality of this product. I highly recommend it!!
I’m definitely impressed with the excellent quality of this product. I highly recommend it!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
JBL's most superior sound with class!
on January 2, 2024
Posted by: ANdru613
from Ft. Lauderdale FL
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Ever since the old days of the Charge 2, I've been a long time speaker fan of JBL. In all the speakers I own, JBL always grabbed the limelight in loudness and rocking bass, which is a must for any speaker, especially mine. But this one was really different.
Upon opening the box, I had a overwhelming sense of luxury and class just out of the look. I was thinking, this thing is going to look awesome just putting it in the house! Great design and look, as well as a great rectangular shape. The square boxes on the front definitely punch in those "vintage" vibes as they advertised!
Taking it out if the box, it was notably heavy. But then again, we aren't dealing with a JBL charge/flip/extreme where those are made to be carried around. The JBL vintage is much more of a Living room/bedroom type of setting then to bring along to your beach party, in my opinion
Knobs and buttons on the top have a pretty nice feel to them. It sounds funny, but being able to physically adjust the bass and treble gives much more of a "control" to your music then just using a app. There's nothing quite like turning a knob to perfect the song!
And most important, the sound. I would be honest, I was getting a bit skeptical about the sound, since the speaker had such great looks, I was thinking maybe JBL missed it with the sound quality this time?
Boy was I wrong! Sound is BEYOND phenomenal! The music has such a crisp, clean sound to it, it made me feel like I'm in the studio with the song being made! It rocked out with the bass on the heavy party songs, and at the other side of the spectrum, it has the richest sounding classical music I've heard from a JBL speaker! For once, I actually left my music playlist to go for hours on end nonstop all day in the house. It can definitely get very loud, easily fill up your average room, living room, or dining room setting.
Boy was I wrong! Sound is BEYOND phenomenal! The music has such a crisp, clean sound to it, it made me feel like I'm in the studio with the song being made! It rocked out with the bass on the heavy party songs, and at the other side of the spectrum, it has the richest sounding classical music I've heard from a JBL speaker! For once, I actually left my music playlist to go for hours on end nonstop all day in the house. It can definitely get very loud, easily fill up your average room, living room, or dining room setting.
To sum it up, I got surprised at this one. Sound is simply beyond the regular with the treble, bass, and mids. Plays the highs great, notably the lows with such depth, it's incredible.
Although it can be taken around, definitely wouldn't use it as my go to portable speaker. It's heavy, could get scratched up, and not practical for outdoor activity. However indoors, it really dominates. So if you're looking for epic sound for the house, office or any indoor space where the JBL authentics 200 can have a set place, it's your go to speaker, without a doubt. Highly recommend!
Although it can be taken around, definitely wouldn't use it as my go to portable speaker. It's heavy, could get scratched up, and not practical for outdoor activity. However indoors, it really dominates. So if you're looking for epic sound for the house, office or any indoor space where the JBL authentics 200 can have a set place, it's your go to speaker, without a doubt. Highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
Loud and clear.
on September 20, 2023
Posted by: migss89
from Chicago, Illinois
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] After receiving this speaker I was surprised that it was much bigger than I thought. But after turning it on I can see why. The JBL Authentics 200 gets loud but audio remains clear. I can feel the bass thumping. I have it connected to Alexa and so far everything works fine. The only issue I had with the device was that the audio was cut in and out. I downloaded the JBL one app, and there was a software update ready to install. Once the update was complete no more audio problems. Overall this speaker is great. Definitely recommend getting one.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
Premium sound with a classy retro look!
on September 15, 2023
Posted by: Miguel C
from Kissimmee, Florida
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The JBL authentics 200 is a classy retro style speaker, that I enjoy very much. With the JBL one app, I have full control of sound adjustments and music streaming via wifi. It also has bluetooth connectivity with no lag or drops. You can voice control, using Amazon Alexa and Google assistant with the app as an option. The sound from this speaker has very well balanced highs and lows, with a punchy base from the down firing radiator speaker. Overall, the JBL Authentics 200, just gave me the sound illusion of a quite larger speaker. The leatherlike feel of the speaker cabinet and front grill is a classy style look, that gives it a look, that I came to love immediately. On the top of the speaker, the volume, treble, and bass knobs light up with the level adjustment. The volume knob pauses and plays your music with a push. The JBL Authentics 200 speaker is compact but don't be fooled by it's size when you are playing music. It's a beast of sound for its size. JBL has impressed me with this speaker with its retro style, classy look, sound, and features in a very good-looking speaker. Additional auxiliary input is in the rear of the speaker with ethernet port and usb. I give the JBL Authentics 200 an A+ on sound quality and size. I am currently using it in my garage workspace.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
Retro Design Blends in Seamlessly 🎶
on September 16, 2023
Posted by: alison_530
from Woodland, CA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] JBL brings back the cool-retro look from the 70’s with this amazing look and quality sound speaker.
The authentics 200 is th least expensive out of the three that are available in this line. There is also a authentics 500 and an authentics 300 as well.
Upon opening the box initially, it is packaged quite well, with the speaker being wrapped in a white felt. Felt super classy.
The authentics 200 needs to be plugged into the mains, so it is not as portable as other Bluetooth speakers. It’s a little on the heavy side, weighing in at 6.9 pounds.
This speaker is paired your typical way through your phones Bluetooth settings. It’s also operational through the JBL one app (not the orange regular jbl app).
As soon as it powers up it makes this amazing sound. It’s quite satisfying.
The set of controls, volume, treble, bass, favorite (heart) and Bluetooth on top of the unit are very straight forward. Simple and unique but quite functional.
You can stream music wirelesslv via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth or use voice control to access Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. It has the ability to connect via AirPlay, which I found useful. You can also play music in multiple rooms and enjoy the automatic self-tuning that optimizes the sound for any room.
On the back of the unit there is an aux in, usb-c and Ethernet.
Overall this speaker is amazing! It sounds better than any other speaker I have owned in this price range. I absolutely love the simplistic yet functional look. If you’re not sure about buying this, go for it. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
The authentics 200 is th least expensive out of the three that are available in this line. There is also a authentics 500 and an authentics 300 as well.
Upon opening the box initially, it is packaged quite well, with the speaker being wrapped in a white felt. Felt super classy.
The authentics 200 needs to be plugged into the mains, so it is not as portable as other Bluetooth speakers. It’s a little on the heavy side, weighing in at 6.9 pounds.
This speaker is paired your typical way through your phones Bluetooth settings. It’s also operational through the JBL one app (not the orange regular jbl app).
As soon as it powers up it makes this amazing sound. It’s quite satisfying.
The set of controls, volume, treble, bass, favorite (heart) and Bluetooth on top of the unit are very straight forward. Simple and unique but quite functional.
You can stream music wirelesslv via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth or use voice control to access Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. It has the ability to connect via AirPlay, which I found useful. You can also play music in multiple rooms and enjoy the automatic self-tuning that optimizes the sound for any room.
On the back of the unit there is an aux in, usb-c and Ethernet.
Overall this speaker is amazing! It sounds better than any other speaker I have owned in this price range. I absolutely love the simplistic yet functional look. If you’re not sure about buying this, go for it. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
RETRO LOOK WITH TODAYS TECH
on September 15, 2023
Posted by: 68eight
from Los Angeles
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] One of the most beautiful speakers I've owned.JBL made a great apeaker the highs are crisp the mids perfect and bass is solid.Those things are something that are expected with JBL.The thing that impressed me is build quality and design.It has a old school elegant design.Feels like high end leather wrapped the speaker.The knobs feel retro.The technology is up to date easy Bluetooth connectivity and clear sound from a great distance.Feels very luxurious.Its so nice I'm almost scared to use it.This would be perfect gift for that hard to please person.My pictures will give you a better understanding of what i mean.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
The JBL Authentics 200
on September 16, 2023
Posted by: Andis73
from California
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The JBL Authentics 200 is a fantastic bookshelf speaker that delivers exceptional audio quality and style. From the moment you unbox these speakers, you can tell JBL put a lot of thought into the design. The wood cabinet has a classic retro look with modern flair thanks to the mesh grille accents.
But it's the sound quality that really makes these speakers stand out. The two-way design utilizes a 6.5" polymer-coated woofer and a 1" soft-dome tweeter. Together they produce crisp highs, clear mids, and rich lows, filling your room with detailed and dynamic audio. Whether you're listening to music, watching movies, or gaming, the JBL Authentics 200 speakers bring out the best in your audio.
The soundstage is quite expansive for a bookshelf speaker this size too. The instruments and vocals seem to come from distinct points around the room, making for a very immersive listening experience. The bass is tight and punchy, adding a nice sense of warmth to music.
Overall, the JBL Authentics 200 delivers phenomenal sound in a stylish and compact package. Audiophiles will love the accurate audio reproduction, while the average consumer will appreciate the easy setup and appealing aesthetics. If you're looking for speakers that offer exceptional quality and design for the price, the JBL Authentics 200 should be at the top of your list.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com
Customer Rating
5
Small box, BIG sound…
on September 19, 2023
Posted by: danielmbirnbaum
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Plug in your newest addition to the kitchen counter and leave it there right by your coffee machine. No bigger than a toaster, this box produces rich and warm sound with a surprisingly punchy bass. It’s like JBL is in the business of sorcery because the physics behind this barely make any sense. Its like a
a subwoofer with speakers that leaves nothing else to be desired for your kitchen/bedroom setup. Dial in your EQ w treble and bass knobs. The only thing that might have made this product a family heirloom would be a leather handle to facilitate with the carrying. But I get it, it’s not a boombox and it’s meant to have a permanent spot somewhere as it should.
a subwoofer with speakers that leaves nothing else to be desired for your kitchen/bedroom setup. Dial in your EQ w treble and bass knobs. The only thing that might have made this product a family heirloom would be a leather handle to facilitate with the carrying. But I get it, it’s not a boombox and it’s meant to have a permanent spot somewhere as it should.
Written by a customer while visiting jbl.com