JBL Authentics 500 vs Marshall Woburn III
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| Feature |  JBL Authentics 500 |  Marshall Woburn III |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 70,000.00 | KSh 81,000 |
| Battery | N/A - mains-powered | N/A - mains-powered |
| Weight | 7.8 kg | 7.45 kg |
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General
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | Marshall Woburn III |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | Marshall |
| Model | Authentics 500 | Woburn III |
| Type | Smart Speaker | Home Speaker |
| Color | Black | Black |
Audio
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | Marshall Woburn III |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | 3.1-channel smart speaker with virtual Dolby Atmos Music | 3-way stereo home speaker |
| Drivers | 3 x 25 mm aluminum dome tweeters; 3 x 2.75-inch midrange woofers; 1 x 6.5-inch down-firing subwoofer | 3-way driver system with woofer, midrange, and tweeter drivers |
| Frequency Response | 40 Hz-20 kHz (-6 dB) | 35-20,000 Hz |
| Total Power Output | 270 W max @ THD 1% | 150 W total amplification |
| Audio Channels | 3.1 | Stereo |
| Sound Modes / EQ | JBL One app EQ; on-speaker volume, bass, and treble controls; automatic self-tuning | Adjustable bass and treble; Dynamic Loudness; Placement Correction in Marshall Bluetooth app |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos Music; patented SlipStream bass port; AirPlay; Chromecast built-in; Spotify Connect; Alexa Multi-Room Music | Re-engineered wider stereo soundstage; bass-reflex cabinet; Marshall Signature Sound; Bluetooth LE Audio ready; HDMI input |
| Maximum SPL | — | 100.5 dB @ 1 m |
| Amplifier | — | 1 x 90 W Class D woofer amplifier; 2 x 15 W Class D mid amplifiers; 2 x 15 W Class D tweeter amplifiers |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | Marshall Woburn III |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.2; Bluetooth LE Audio ready |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | A2DP 1.3.2; AVRCP 1.5 | — |
| Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) | No |
| Wired Inputs | 1 audio-in; Ethernet; USB Type-C | 3.5 mm input; RCA input; HDMI input |
| USB | USB Type-C; 5 V, 1 A; USB playback available in US version, service only in other versions | — |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | Multi-room playback via Google Home or Amazon Alexa apps; stereo pairing supported | — |
| App Support | JBL One app; Google Home app; Amazon Alexa app | Marshall Bluetooth app (iOS and Android); OTA software updates |
| Bluetooth Range | — | 10 m / 30 ft |
| HDMI | — | 1 HDMI input |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | — | N/A - no microphone system |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | Marshall Woburn III |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | AC mains, 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz | AC mains, 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz |
| Battery Life | N/A - mains-powered | N/A - mains-powered |
| Charging Time | N/A - mains-powered | N/A - mains-powered |
| Fast Charging | N/A - mains-powered | N/A - mains-powered |
| Charging Port | N/A - mains-powered | N/A - mains-powered |
| Power Consumption | Networked standby power: less than 2.0 W | Network standby power consumption: No |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | Marshall Woburn III |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | On-speaker volume, bass, treble, and input controls; JBL One app | Source button; volume; bass; treble; play/pause; skip backward/forward; power switch |
| Materials | Premium aluminum frame; leather-like enclosure; Quadrex grille; 100% recycled fabric; 85% recycled plastics; 50% aluminum | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing home speaker; automatic self-tuning | Home speaker; Placement Correction in Marshall Bluetooth app |
| Water & Dust Resistance | — | No water resistance rating |
Features
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | Marshall Woburn III |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa simultaneously; availability varies by country and language | No |
| Party Features | N/A - not a party-speaker product | N/A - home speaker |
| Home Cinema Features | N/A - no HDMI or home-cinema function specified | HDMI input; wider stereo soundstage; Dynamic Loudness; Placement Correction |
| Special Features | Dolby Atmos Music; simultaneous Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa; automatic self-tuning; multi-room playback; recycled materials | Marshall Signature Sound; three-way driver system; Bluetooth LE Audio ready; OTA software updates |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | Marshall Woburn III |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | 1 x JBL Authentics 500 | Woburn III speaker |
| Subwoofer | N/A - no separate subwoofer supplied | N/A - no subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | N/A - no remote control supplied | N/A - no remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | Power cable | Mains lead |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | N/A | N/A - no audio or HDMI cable supplied |
| Mounting Accessories | N/A | N/A - no mounting accessories supplied |
| Other Accessories | N/A | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick start guide; Safety sheet; Warranty card | User manual; legal and safety information |
Design
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | Marshall Woburn III |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 447 x 240 x 255.7 mm (W x H x D) | 400 x 317 x 203 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight | 7.8 kg | 7.45 kg |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | Marshall Woburn III |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | N/A - mains-powered | N/A - mains-powered |