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JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 | 100W RMS Output | 15-Hour Battery | IPX4 Splashproof | Guitar and Mic Inputs
Room-filling music on a mid-range budget for living rooms, shops, salons and campus hostels.
Condition: New
Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
Mascom International stocks the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 at KSh 38,000, brand new and sealed, with 100W RMS of output, up to 15 hours of battery life and an IPX4 splashproof body. The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 drives a 5.25-inch woofer and two 20mm dome tweeters, connects over Bluetooth 5.4 and adds guitar and microphone sockets on the back. It ships without a microphone, keeping the price down for buyers who mainly play music. Find it at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, ready for a listening test.
Built for students, young professionals, salon and boutique owners, and families across Kenya, the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 handles house parties, shop background music and weekend gatherings at volume a small Bluetooth speaker cannot reach. Many buyers outgrow a pocket speaker the first time they host a birthday or open a shop on a busy street in Eastleigh or along Moi Avenue. This model answers with 100W of sound in a box one person can carry. A wired mic or guitar plugs in when the occasion calls for it, and later firmware added support for JBL EasySing wireless mics, sold separately.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops push the first-generation model at a small discount, Mascom International keeps the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 alongside it so you can hear both before choosing. Buyers throughout Kenya report the jump in battery life alone justifies the newer version. If you need microphones in the box, the JBL PartyBox Encore 2 at KSh 59,000 sits on the same shelf. Order the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 by WhatsApp and pay on delivery anywhere in the 47 counties, or test it in person on Kimathi Street.
Common Questions About the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2
How much does the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 cost in Kenya?
The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 costs KSh 38,000, brand new and sealed, at Mascom International on Kimathi Street in Nairobi CBD. That price covers the speaker, its AC power cord and a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects, with pay-on-arrival delivery across Kenya. No microphone comes in the box. The first-generation JBL PartyBox Encore Essential costs KSh 4,000 less at KSh 34,000, and the JBL PartyBox Encore 2 with two wireless microphones costs KSh 21,000 more at KSh 59,000.
Is the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 worth KSh 4,000 more than the original Encore Essential?
For most buyers the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 earns its extra KSh 4,000 over the KSh 34,000 original through much longer battery life. The newer model is rated for up to 15 hours of play against about 6 hours on the first generation. Both accept a wired microphone, but the second generation moves from Bluetooth 5.1 to 5.4 and gains support for JBL EasySing wireless mics. Pick the original only if your budget stops at KSh 34,000 and the speaker will always sit near a socket.
How does the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 handle Kenyan dust, heat and blackouts?
The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 carries an IPX4 rating against splashes and runs up to 15 hours on battery, so KPLC outages and outdoor use are both covered. IPX4 means drizzle or a spilled drink will not harm it, but it is not dustproof or waterproof. In dusty towns like Machakos or Garissa, wipe the grille after outdoor events and store it indoors. In coastal humidity around Mombasa, keep it off damp floors and away from salty spray to protect the ports.
Who should buy the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 and who should skip it?
Buy the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 if you want loud, full music for parties, a shop floor or a hostel common room and rarely need a microphone. Skip it if karaoke or speeches are the main use; the JBL PartyBox Encore 2 at KSh 59,000 includes two wireless mics. Anyone mainly upgrading TV sound should choose the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 at KSh 39,000 instead, since a soundbar sits under the screen. Both alternatives are in stock at Mascom International.
Can I use a microphone with the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2?
Yes, the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 has a wired mic-in socket, so any standard cabled microphone plugs straight in for speeches or karaoke. No microphone comes in the box. JBL firmware updates have also added support for JBL EasySing wireless microphones, including the EasySing Mic Mini, both sold separately. A karaoke EQ setting shapes the voice so it sits clearly above the music. That makes it a sensible starting point if you plan to add a wireless mic later.
Is the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 loud enough for a shop or a house party?
The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 delivers 100W RMS, the same rated output as the JBL PartyBox Encore 2, which is plenty for a shop floor, a salon or a crowded living room. The 5.25-inch woofer gives bass you feel, while the two tweeters keep vocals clear for customers browsing. For a busy boutique along Biashara Street, it sits on a shelf and plays all day from one charge. For an outdoor wedding or a large compound, consider a second speaker.
How long does the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 take to charge, and can it charge a phone?
The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 recharges fully in about 3.5 hours from the mains and then plays for up to 15 hours. Plugging it in overnight gives a full day of shop music or a long weekend party. Its USB-C charge-out port, rated at 11V/2A, can top up a phone from the speaker's battery. That keeps a phone handling Lipa na M-Pesa payments or streaming from Spotify on Safaricom data running even when the wall socket is busy.
Does the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 work with the JBL PartyBox app?
The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 works with the JBL PartyBox app, which handles setup and delivers firmware updates over Bluetooth from your phone. Those updates have already added new features after launch, including support for JBL EasySing wireless microphones. The app runs on Android and iPhone, so whichever phone you carry can manage it. Connection is over Bluetooth 5.4, and pairing with an ordinary phone takes a few seconds without the app as well.
Technical Specifications
Audio Hardware and Sound Output
- 100W RMS output, rated to IEC60268, puts out enough sound for a living room, salon, classroom or crowded shop floor without strain.
- One 5.25-inch (135mm) woofer, the cone that produces bass, gives kicks and basslines the punch that small portable speakers cannot match.
- Two 0.75-inch (20mm) dome tweeters reproduce high notes, so vocals, guitar and percussion stay distinct even at party volume.
- Frequency response of 40Hz to 20kHz is the range of tones the speaker plays, covering nearly all of what people can hear.
- Karaoke EQ setting shapes a microphone voice so it cuts through the music clearly during toasts, announcements or sing-alongs.
Wireless Connectivity
- Bluetooth 5.4, the current version of the standard, keeps a stable link to phones, tablets and laptops across a normal room.
- Pairs with any Bluetooth phone, Android or iPhone, so friends can take turns playing tracks from Spotify, YouTube Music or Boomplay.
- JBL PartyBox app support handles setup and settings from your phone, with no need to reach behind the speaker for buttons.
- Firmware updates through the app have added features after release, including support for JBL EasySing wireless microphones.
- Compatible with the JBL EasySing Mic and EasySing Mic Mini, both sold separately, for cable-free singing when you want it.
Battery and Charging
- Up to 15 hours of playback per charge covers a full trading day or a long party, though high volume shortens it.
- 34Wh lithium-ion battery (7.4V, 4722mAh) stores the energy that lets the speaker play far from a wall socket.
- Full recharge takes about 3.5 hours, so a speaker plugged in after closing time is ready the next morning.
- USB-C charge-out rated 11V/2A tops up a phone or tablet from the speaker's battery when no socket is free.
- Mains charging runs through the supplied AC power cord, with the power supply built into the speaker rather than an external brick.
Build and Durability
- IPX4 splashproof rating resists water splashed from any direction, such as rain spray or a spilled drink, but not submersion.
- 6.2kg weight lets one adult carry it between a car, a shop counter and a hostel room without a trolley.
- Upright body measuring 32.0 x 34.2 x 26.0cm takes little floor space and fits on a shelf, a counter or under a table.
- Black finish suits shops, homes and offices, and JBL has also referenced a White Edition; confirm colour stock on WhatsApp.
- Grille and body wipe clean easily, which matters after dusty outdoor use during the dry season or near unpaved roads.
Controls and Inputs
- Guitar-in socket rated at 100mV RMS takes an electric or electro-acoustic guitar directly, standing in for a small practice amp.
- Wired mic-in socket rated at 20mV RMS accepts any standard cabled microphone for speeches, toasts or karaoke.
- 3.5mm aux-in rated at 370mV RMS connects a laptop, TV, keyboard or older phone that has a headphone jack.
- USB-C port works as a charge-out for phones, keeping a payments phone or playlist device alive during a long day.
- App-based controls through the JBL PartyBox app let you adjust settings from across the room instead of at the speaker.
Package Contents
The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 comes brand new and sealed in JBL's retail carton. Inside are the speaker, the AC power cord, a quick-start guide, and a safety and warranty card. There is no microphone in the box; wired microphones and JBL EasySing wireless microphones are sold separately. The power supply is built in, so you do not need a separate charger. Ask Mascom International on WhatsApp about compatible microphones before you order.
Warranty
The JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. For any claim during that period, bring the speaker and your receipt to the Mascom International service desk at Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Where to Buy the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 in Kenya
Mascom International has the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Our doors are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Stop by with your phone, stream a few of your own songs and compare it with the first-generation Encore Essential on the next shelf. It comes in Black, and a White Edition exists; check current colour stock with us first.
Contact us before you visit or to place an order:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive orders the same day, and university towns such as Eldoret, Kisumu, Nakuru, Juja and Meru get theirs within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The speaker carries the 12-month warranty covered above. We stand by honest specifications, accurate pricing and dependable after-sales support for every customer.
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