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Series

Echo Dot1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Amazon sells it as part of the Echo Dot line. It is a larger and pricier model than the Echo Dot (5th Gen).

Authentics1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Spec sheet and press material name the Authentics series with the 200, 300 and 500.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

MA49CA2Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.co.uk/csad/help/node/TPx5qo6zqds5Hoyjo3Read 20 October 2026Amazon Safety and Compliance for Echo Dot Max (UK version): model number MA49CA. The US version of the page lists the same model.

JBLAUTH500BLKAM, JBLAUTH500BLKEP, JBLAUTH500BLKUK6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/jbl-authentics-500Read 16 October 2026Spec table gives UK model JBLAUTH500BLKUK.11Retailer pagemedimax.de/p/1422285/authentics-500Read 16 October 2026Manufacturer item number JBLAUTH500BLKEP for the EU version.12Retailer pageelectronicexpress.com/catalog/212297/jbl-authentic500-authentics-500-smart-home-bluetooth-speaker-blackRead 16 October 2026US item JBLAUTH500BLKAM.

GTIN / EAN

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050036396264, 120013000068311Retailer pagemedimax.de/p/1422285/authentics-500Read 16 October 2026German listing for JBLAUTH500BLKEP gives EAN 1200130000683. The check digit is valid.12Retailer pageelectronicexpress.com/catalog/212297/jbl-authentic500-authentics-500-smart-home-bluetooth-speaker-blackRead 16 October 2026US listing for JBLAUTH500BLKAM gives UPC 050036396264.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

30 September 20256Press releaseaboutamazon.ca/news/devices/amazon-unveils-its-all-new-echo-lineup-with-premium-audio-and-striking-designRead 20 October 2026Amazon's 2025 devices event, 30 September 2025. The Canadian CAD price on that page is not stored.

30 August 20238Press articletomsguide.com/news/jbl-unveils-new-authentics-smart-speaker-with-obscene-270w-of-power-at-ifa-2023Read 16 October 2026Published 30 August 2023 before IFA 2023 opened on 1 September. Reports the JBL launch of the Authentics series.

Status

Available1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Amazon US lists the Echo Dot Max (2025 release) for sale. Amethyst, Glacier White and Graphite are the color options, with a Stereo (Pack of 2) option.

Available5Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/jbl-authentics-500Read 16 October 2026Review page lists the speaker with current UK retail offers from Amazon, JBL UK, Richer Sounds and Peter Tyson.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen)8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: the Echo Dot (5th Gen) is the predecessor to the Echo Dot Max. Amazon prices the Max higher, so the 5th Gen stays on sale next to it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$99.995Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-new-echo-devices-alexa-plusRead 20 October 2026Amazon announcement: Echo Dot Max is $99.99 in the US. US prices exclude sales tax.

$699.954Reviewtechradar.com/audio/hi-fi/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/jbl-authentics-500-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review lists $699.99 / GBP 579.99 / AU$999. The US launch price stored is $699.95 from AFTVnews. The two differ by four cents.8Press articletomsguide.com/news/jbl-unveils-new-authentics-smart-speaker-with-obscene-270w-of-power-at-ifa-2023Read 16 October 2026Quoted as $699, which fits both 699.95 and 699.99.9Press articleaftvnews.comRead 16 October 2026Announcement report: Authentics 500 for $699.95. TechRadar and audioXpress write $699.99. The 699.95 value follows JBL's usual US price style. Tax treatment is not stated.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€109.9911Reviewmobiflip.de/amazon-echo-dot-max-test/ampRead 20 October 2026German test: the Echo Dot Max costs 109.99 EUR at market start, which includes VAT. hifi.de gives the same list price of 109.99 EUR. The German sale started after the US sale.12Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-dot-max-test-252742Read 20 October 2026Spec table: list price 109.99 EUR, street price about 90 EUR. Germany, VAT included.

€629.996Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/jbl-authentics-500Read 16 October 2026Spec table lists EU RRP 629.99 EUR. Launch coverage by Tom's Guide and Stereonet rounds it to 629 EUR. German retailers list the same 629.99 EUR as UVP including VAT.8Press articletomsguide.com/news/jbl-unveils-new-authentics-smart-speaker-with-obscene-270w-of-power-at-ifa-2023Read 16 October 2026Launch price quoted as $699 / GBP 579 / 629 EUR. Stored value 629.99 EUR is the retail UVP, which matches. Tax treatment is not stated here, EU prices include VAT.10Press articlestereonet.com/news/jbl-unveils-classic-style-authentics-wireless-speakers-at-ifa-2023Read 16 October 2026Authentics 500 sold for 629 EUR at launch.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, GB, DE9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026UK review with a UK price of about 100 GBP.11Reviewmobiflip.de/amazon-echo-dot-max-test/ampRead 20 October 2026German price and sale. hifi.de's test of 28 December 2025 lists German retailers.

US, EU, GB6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/jbl-authentics-500Read 16 October 2026Spec table gives UK and EU recommended prices.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Graphite, Glacier White, Amethyst1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Color selector: Amethyst, Glacier White, Graphite. Retailer and review pages use the same three names.

Black6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/jbl-authentics-500Read 16 October 2026Spec table lists Black only.8Press articletomsguide.com/news/jbl-unveils-new-authentics-smart-speaker-with-obscene-270w-of-power-at-ifa-2023Read 16 October 2026All models available in black.

Speaker typeiHome covers speakers made to stay in one place, including smart speakers. A speaker with Wi-Fi or a voice assistant can be of any type.

Home1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026The page sells it for living rooms and medium-sized spaces. It runs from a power adapter and has no battery, so it is a home speaker.

Home1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Maker calls it a connected hi-fi speaker with retro design for the home. It runs on mains power (100-240 V AC) and the maker lists no battery.

Audio

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Audio channelsiSound channels reproduced by one speaker. Pairing two speakers for stereo is separate.

Mono1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details: Playback Channels is Two-way mono. SoundGuys confirms one mono speaker that pairs for stereo.8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: a mono speaker. You can pair two together for stereo.

Other1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Sound system is listed as 3.1 and Dolby Atmos Music, with virtual Dolby Atmos. The enum has no 3.1 option, so other is stored.

Audio driversiPowered audio transducers in one speaker. Passive radiators are counted separately. Circular diameter and rectangular width and height have separate columns. Per-driver power must state continuous or RMS basis and battery or mains operation in the source note.

AAmazon Echo Dot Max

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Woofer	1	63.5
Tweeter	1	20.32

Source1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details: 1x 0.8 inch tweeter, 1x 2.5 inch woofer. Stored as the exact metric conversion of the maker's inches. Reviewers round them to 64 mm and 20 mm. Per-driver power is not published.9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: a 0.8 in tweeter and 2.5 in woofer. The woofer fires upwards and slightly rearwards and the tweeter fires forwards and down.10Reviewtechradar.com/home/smart-home-hubs/echo-dot-max-review-amazons-best-mid-range-speaker-but-not-by-muchRead 20 October 2026Review: a single 20mm tweeter and a 6cm woofer. This is a rounded figure and the maker's inches are used for the diameter.

BJBL Authentics 500

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Aluminum dome tweeter	3	25
Midrange driver	3	69.85
Down-firing subwoofer	1	165

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Three 25 mm AI aluminum dome tweeters, three 69.85 mm (2.75 in) midrange drivers and one 16.5 cm (6.5 in) down-firing subwoofer, plus the SlipStream bass port. The sheet gives no per-driver power.

Passive radiatorsiPassive, unpowered bass radiators. Excludes powered drivers.

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Rated audio poweriMaker-published total rated continuous audio output. Battery power is used for portable speakers when mains and battery ratings differ. Peak marketing power is separate.

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Rated audio power on mainsiTotal rated continuous audio output with external power. Store a separate battery rating when the maker publishes both.

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Audio output power (unspecified rating)iMaker- or reviewer-published audio output power whose continuous or peak rating basis is not stated. This is separate from rated continuous output and explicitly published peak output.

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270W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Total speaker output power (max at 1% THD): 270 W. The sheet does not say continuous or peak, so the unspecified-rating field is used.

Peak audio poweriExplicitly published peak audio output. Never substitute for rated continuous output.

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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

53Hz1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details list Audio Bandwidth as 53 Hz to 16 kHz at volume 6. No tolerance is published. This is the acoustic bandwidth, not a Bluetooth range.

40Hz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 202640 Hz to 20 kHz at -6 dB.

Frequency response upper limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

16kHz1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Audio Bandwidth 53 Hz to 16 kHz at volume 6. See the lower limit note.

20kHz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 202640 Hz to 20 kHz at -6 dB.

Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)

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Adjustable equalizeriUser-adjustable frequency bands. Selecting fixed sound presets alone does not qualify.

Yes8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: a simple three-band EQ for bass, midrange and treble in the Alexa app.9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: the Alexa app has an equaliser, group options and a stereo pair for two Echo Dot Max.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Volume, bass and treble controls on the speaker. The JBL One app adds equalizer settings.3Maker product pageapps.apple.com/us/app/jbl-one/id1610239857Read 16 October 2026Version 1.9.11 (25 October 2024) upgraded the equalizer with presets and more advanced customization.4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/hi-fi/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/jbl-authentics-500-reviewRead 16 October 2026App equalizer lets users adjust mid as well as bass and treble. No presets at review time. The band count was not stored because the app equalizer was later upgraded.

Equalizer bandsiNumber of user-adjustable frequency bands. Do not count sound presets.

38Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Three bands: bass, midrange, treble.

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Automatic sound adjustmentiAdjusts audio to placement or playback conditions. Keep the named feature and conditions in the source note.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details: Audio Signal Processing lists Automatic Room Adaptation. The feature bullets say it adapts to your space and fine-tunes playback.5Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-new-echo-devices-alexa-plusRead 20 October 2026Sound automatically adapts to your space.7Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-echo-dot-max-echo-studio-sound-quality-bassRead 20 October 2026The device analyzes what it plays, detects how the room changes the sound and rebalances its output without manual calibration.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Auto-tuning: the speaker calibrates and optimizes audio for each location every time it is powered on.2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 8.1.2: auto-tuning starts each time the speaker is connected to power and music starts. It takes three minutes and uses the microphones. It is disabled when the microphone is off.

Sound modesiNamed playback modes. Battery extension modes are also qualified in battery source notes.

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Wireless stereo pairingiTwo compatible speakers can play separate left and right channels.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Feature bullets: pairs with a second Echo Dot Max for richer sound. The Stereo (Pack of 2) option sells two.3Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.com/csad/help/node/GZRS8FRPWWFPPZ63Read 20 October 2026Compatible Echo Devices for Stereo Pairs: the Echo Dot Max pairs with another Echo Dot Max or with an Echo Sub.8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: pair two Echo Dot Max for proper stereo.9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: form a stereo pair with two of these speakers.12Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-dot-max-test-252742Read 20 October 2026Spec table: stereo mode available with a second speaker.

Yes2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026The manual does not describe stereo pairing. See the JBL One app source.3Maker product pageapps.apple.com/us/app/jbl-one/id1610239857Read 16 October 2026Harman's JBL One app version history: version 1.7.19 (25 March 2024) added stereo pairing for the Authentics 500. Pairing depends on the model.

Speaker link protocolsiNamed systems for linking compatible speakers, such as PartyBoost, Auracast or Party Connect. Linking support does not establish compatibility across all models.

Alexa Multi-Room Music, Alexa Home Theater4Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.com/csad/help/node/GYYMWGZJUK28FEN6Read 20 October 2026Alexa Home Theater Device Compatibility Guide: the Echo Dot Max works with Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) and Fire TV Stick 4K models in Configuration 1.5Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-new-echo-devices-alexa-plusRead 20 October 2026Up to five Echo Studio or Echo Dot Max devices work with compatible Fire TV sticks for surround sound through Alexa Home Theater.

AirPlay 2 multi-room, Chromecast built-in multi-room, Alexa Multi-Room Music2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 7.1.6 covers multi-room playback with Chromecast, AirPlay and Alexa Multi-Room Music speakers. Up to 6 Chromecast speakers depending on network bandwidth. Max linked speakers is not stored because only the Chromecast limit is stated.

Max linked speakersiPublished maximum in a speaker group. A stereo pair is recorded separately. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

54Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.com/csad/help/node/GYYMWGZJUK28FEN6Read 20 October 2026Configuration 1 allows up to five Echo speakers plus one Echo Sub. The five are Echo Dot Max or Echo Studio (2025 release) units and must match. This is the Alexa Home Theater group. No maximum is published for Multi-Room Music groups.

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Max Bluetooth group speakersiPublished maximum speakers in one Bluetooth playback group, including the first speaker. Source notes name the compatible models or families, linking system and firmware requirements. Wi-Fi groups and concurrent Bluetooth source devices are excluded. A stereo pair alone does not establish the maximum when other Bluetooth linking systems are supported. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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Connectivity

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Bluetooth audio playbackiPlays audio streamed over Bluetooth from a phone or other source. Bluetooth used only for setup or app control does not count.

Yes8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026

Yes6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/jbl-authentics-500Read 16 October 20267Reviewblog.bestbuy.ca/review/jbl-authentics-500-high-fidelity-powered-speaker-reviewRead 16 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniVersion of the Bluetooth radio. Some Wi-Fi speakers use Bluetooth only for setup. See Bluetooth audio playback.

5.31Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details Bluetooth row: Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3. SoundGuys, Expert Reviews and hifi.de all name Bluetooth 5.3.12Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-dot-max-test-252742Read 20 October 2026Spec table: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.3.

5.31Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Bluetooth 5.3.2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026

Bluetooth codecsiExplicitly supported receive codecs. Bluetooth version alone does not establish codecs.

SBC8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: Bluetooth audio uses only the SBC codec.

SBC6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/jbl-authentics-500Read 16 October 2026Only SBC is stored. This review says SBC and AAC. Best Buy Canada's review says the speaker only supports SBC. SBC is the only codec all sources agree on. AAC is left out because of the conflict.7Reviewblog.bestbuy.ca/review/jbl-authentics-500-high-fidelity-powered-speaker-reviewRead 16 October 2026Spec list says Bluetooth 5.3 with SBC codec. Review text says it only supports the basic SBC protocol.

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP, AVRCP1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Bluetooth row: A2DP audio streaming to the speaker and from the speaker to a Bluetooth speaker, and AVRCP for voice control of connected phones.

A2DP 1.3.2, AVRCP 1.51Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026A2DP 1.3.2 and AVRCP 1.5.2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026

Bluetooth LE AudioiExplicit LE Audio support. Bluetooth LE for app control alone does not qualify.

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AuracastiExplicit Auracast support. Sending, receiving and speaker-group roles belong in source notes.

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth source connections. Pairing memory and speaker-to-speaker linking do not qualify.

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Yes2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 5.2.3: the speaker supports multipoint connection and a second Bluetooth device can pair without disconnecting the first. The number of devices is not stated.

Multipoint source devicesiMaximum concurrently connected Bluetooth source devices, not remembered pairings.

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Bluetooth range (claimed)iMaker-claimed Bluetooth range to the source device. Test conditions belong in the source note.

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10m2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 5.2.3: the Bluetooth connection is lost beyond 10 m (33 ft). Stored as the maker's stated range.

Wi-FiiBuilt-in Wi-Fi, for audio streaming, setup or control.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details: Wi-Fi 6E (IEEE 802.11ax).

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026

Wi-Fi standardsiOne 802.11 name per item, such as 802.11ax. A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 6 is 802.11ax. Older standards are listed only when a source names them.

802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11ac, 802.11ax1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026The page names IEEE 802.11ax. The Amazon compliance page lists 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax.2Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.co.uk/csad/help/node/TPx5qo6zqds5Hoyjo3Read 20 October 2026Wi-Fi standards 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, with 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands.

802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11ac, 802.11ax1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 9, Authentics 500 column: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax.

Network audio protocolsiNamed systems that stream audio to the speaker over the home network. AirPlay is written as AirPlay 2. Chromecast built-in is written as Google Cast. Other names follow the maker, such as Spotify Connect.

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AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Alexa Multi-Room Music, Alexa Cast, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Sheet names AirPlay, Alexa Multi-Room Music, Chromecast built-in and Spotify Connect. Alexa Cast and Roon Ready are from the manual. Tidal Connect is from reviews.2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Sections 5 and 7 name Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, Alexa Multi-Room Music, Alexa Cast and Spotify Connect. The trademark page names Roon Ready.4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/hi-fi/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/jbl-authentics-500-reviewRead 16 October 2026Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, AirPlay 2, Alexa and Chromecast listed.5Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/jbl-authentics-500Read 16 October 2026Review lists AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect, plus Alexa Multiroom.

USB audio inputiPlayback from a connected computer or phone through USB. Charging, service ports and USB flash-drive playback do not qualify.

No8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: no wired inputs, including no 3.5mm jack, USB audio or Ethernet port.

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USB drive playbackiPlayback of audio files on a connected USB storage device.

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USB audio file formats

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PortsiPhysical speaker connectors. Record charging, audio input, power output and service roles separately. A shared microphone and guitar jack is one port. A combo jack that takes XLR and 6.35 mm plugs is 6.35 mm audio, and the role names XLR. Optical is a TOSLINK digital audio socket.

AAmazon Echo Dot Max

Connector	Count	Role
DC power	1	Power input for the included 22 W adapter (18 V DC, 1.23 A)

Source2Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.co.uk/csad/help/node/TPx5qo6zqds5Hoyjo3Read 20 October 2026No ports are listed on the page. The included adapter PA42EU is rated 100 to 240 V AC input and 18 V DC, 1.23 A, 22 W output. The device electrical rating is 18.0 V, 1.23 A. The power socket is confirmed by TechRadar.9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: no physical connections except the power. The 3.5 mm jack is absent.10Reviewtechradar.com/home/smart-home-hubs/echo-dot-max-review-amazons-best-mid-range-speaker-but-not-by-muchRead 20 October 2026Review: on the rear is a single power port, with no 3.5mm jack. PCWorld also describes a barrel-shaped power socket.

BJBL Authentics 500

Connector	Count	Role
AC power	1	Mains power input for the supplied power cord
3.5 mm audio	1	AUX audio input
Other	1	Ethernet (RJ45) network connection
USB-C	1	Service port outside the US. On the US version it also plays MP3 and WAV files from USB storage. Rated 5 V DC, 1 A

Source2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Rear panel: power, USB, AUX (3.5 mm), Ethernet and a microphone slider. USB plays MP3 files only on the US version. Section 9: USB-C, 5 V DC 1 A, and USB playback in the US version while other versions use USB for service only.4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/hi-fi/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/jbl-authentics-500-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review lists USB-C, Ethernet, 3.5 mm aux and a 2-pin power port.6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/jbl-authentics-500Read 16 October 2026Review lists a 3.5 mm aux input, an Ethernet socket and a USB-C port that is for service outside the US, plus a figure-of-8 power connector.

Controls and software

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SpeakerphoneiBuilt-in microphone and call support, through a connected phone or a voice assistant's calling. A microphone used only for voice commands does not count. Microphone inputs for karaoke are separate.

Yes8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review FAQ: supports Alexa calling, including calls to other Alexa devices and the Alexa app. These calls run through Alexa, not through a phone over Bluetooth. Availability depends on region and account.

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Voice assistantsiVoice assistants explicitly usable through the speaker, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri or Sonos Voice Control. State whether a connected phone is required.

Amazon Alexa, Alexa+1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Alexa is built in. The page says Designed for Alexa+. Alexa+ availability depends on country and account.

Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa work at the same time through built-in microphones. They may not be available in all countries or languages.2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 6: Google Assistant and Alexa are set up in the JBL One app and used by voice over the home network. Bluetooth mode does not support voice commands. No phone is needed once set up.13Press releaseharman.com/india/pages/JBL-Introduces-Authentics-Series-of-In-Home-Audio-Speakers;-Blends-Timeless-Retro-Style-with-Premium-Sound.aspxRead 16 October 2026Alexa and Google Assistant are available at the same time on the same device.

Controls

Volume down button, Microphone off button, Volume up button, Tap gestures to pause music and snooze alarms8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: physical buttons for volume up, volume down and microphone mute, with the mute button in the middle. Tap gesture support through the accelerometer.9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: front controls to mute the mic and change volume, plus tap gestures to pause music or snooze an alarm.

Bluetooth source and pairing button, Play/pause button (double press for next track, triple press for previous track), Rotary volume control, Bass control, Treble control, Moment button for a saved playlist or speaker setting, Voice assistant microphone off slider on the rear2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Top panel: Bluetooth button, play controls (press once play or pause, twice next, three times previous), rotary volume, Moment button, treble and bass controls. Rear: voice assistant microphone slider.

Companion app

Amazon Alexa1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026System requirements: works with the Alexa app.

JBL One1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026

App platforms

iOS, Android, Fire OS1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026System requirements: the Alexa app supports Fire OS, Android, iOS and web browsers. The web browser is not an app and is not stored.

iOS, Android2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Android or iOS device with the JBL One app.3Maker product pageapps.apple.com/us/app/jbl-one/id1610239857Read 16 October 2026App Store listing requires iOS 16 or later.

User firmware updates

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Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026With a Wi-Fi connection the speaker receives software and feature updates automatically.2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 8.2: when connected to the internet the speaker software updates automatically to the latest version.

Built-in lightingiDecorative or ambient lighting. Status, battery, connection and microphone indicator LEDs alone do not qualify.

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Lighting modes

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Smart home

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

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Thread border routeriConnects Thread smart home devices to the home network.

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Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

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Battery and charging

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Built-in battery

No8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: no built-in battery. It runs on AC power only.

No2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Power source is 100-240 V AC mains only, with no battery in the specifications or the box.6Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/jbl-authentics-500Read 16 October 2026Review says there is no integrated battery and no option to add one.

Playback time (claimed)iMaximum maker-claimed music playback on one charge in normal playback mode. Battery extension or reduced-bass boost modes belong in battery_life_boost_h. Record volume and lighting conditions in the source note.

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Playback with battery extension (claimed)iTotal claimed runtime with the named battery extension mode enabled. Store the total, not only the extra hours. Keep sound and lighting restrictions in the source note.

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Battery energyiPublished battery pack energy. Do not calculate from an assumed voltage.

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Battery capacityiPublished pack capacity at the voltage in battery_voltage_v. Do not substitute power-bank output capacity. A figure written per cell, such as 5000mAh*2, is not a pack capacity unless the maker states the pack figure.

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Nominal battery voltage

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Battery chemistry

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User-replaceable batteryiBattery that the maker documents as replaceable by the user. Service replacement does not qualify.

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Full charge timeiTime from discharged to full under the maker conditions. Adapter rating and simultaneous use belong in source notes.

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Quick charge duration

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Playback after quick chargeiClaimed music playback after quick_charge_min of charging. Source conditions apply.

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Charging input ratingiPublished speaker input voltage and current. An adapter rating alone does not establish device input.

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Max charging inputiPublished maximum charging input. USB audio power requirements and adapter output are separate.

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USB Power Delivery charging

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Charges other devices

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Max power-bank outputiPublished power delivered by the speaker to another device. Output voltage and current belong in the source note.

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Wireless chargingiThe speaker battery can be charged wirelessly. Wireless power output to another device is separate.

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Durability

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Dust and water ratingiExact published IP rating. Keep separate ratings, such as IP68 and IP69, as separate entries.

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Floats

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Drop resistanceiExplicit maker claim or defined drop test. Do not infer from rugged wording.

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Drop test heightiMaker-published tested height. Surface and conditions belong in source notes.

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Carry featuresiPublished handles, straps, carabiners or wheels.

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Measured

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Playback time (measured)iReviewer-measured playback per charge. Volume, lighting, sound mode, firmware and connection belong in the source note.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum SPL. Distance, test method and power source belong in source notes.

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured low-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured high-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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Audio latency (measured)iReviewer-measured source-to-speaker latency. Source device, app, codec, firmware and connection belong in source notes. App compensation may affect results.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer-measured time from empty to full. Power adapter and method belong in the source note.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiSpeaker body width, height and depth on explicitly identified axes. Unlabeled tuples do not establish axis meanings. Handle, strap and orientation conditions belong in the source note.

Width108.7Height99.2Depth108.6mm(4.3 × 3.9 × 4.3 in)1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Size: 4.27 x 4.27 x 3.9 in (108.7 mm x 108.6 mm x 99.2 mm). The compare table labels it 4.27 in W x 4.27 in D x 3.9 in H, so width 108.7, depth 108.6 and height 99.2 mm. hifi.de labels the first two as width and height, which does not match Amazon's labels.

Width447Height240Depth255.7mm(17.6 × 9.4 × 10.1 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026447 x 240 x 255.7 mm, listed as width x height x depth. Package is 515 x 322 x 315 mm.

WeightiSpeaker mass including its battery. Excludes packaging, charger and removable carry accessories unless the source states otherwise.

505.3g(1.1 lb)1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Weight: 17.82 oz (505.3 g). The page notes that actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process. Expert Reviews, SoundGuys and hifi.de agree.8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review spec table: 17.8 oz / 505.3 g.9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: 505.3 g.12Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-dot-max-test-252742Read 20 October 2026Spec table: 505 g.

7,800g(17.2 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 20267.8 kg for the speaker. 11.4 kg is the packed weight.

Body materials

3D knit fabric7Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-echo-dot-max-echo-studio-sound-quality-bassRead 20 October 2026Amazon audio engineers: the exterior uses a new 3D knit fabric designed for acoustic transparency.

Aluminum frame, Synthetic leather-wrapped enclosure, Quadrex grille1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Premium aluminum frame, custom synthetic leather-wrapped enclosure and reimagined Quadrex grille. The maker says it is made with 100% recycled fabric, 85% recycled plastic and 50% recycled aluminum.13Press releaseharman.com/india/pages/JBL-Introduces-Authentics-Series-of-In-Home-Audio-Speakers;-Blends-Timeless-Retro-Style-with-Premium-Sound.aspxRead 16 October 2026Premium aluminium frame, custom synthetic leather-wrapped enclosure and reimagined Quadrex grille. 100% recycled fabric, 85% recycled plastic and 50% recycled aluminum.

Certifications

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FCC IDs

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Other certifications

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Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6, Roon Ready, FSC-certified paper packaging1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Shipped in an FSC-certified carton printed with soy ink.

In the box

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In the box

Echo Dot Max (2025 release), Power adapter (22 W), Quick start guide1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Included in the box: Echo Dot Max (2025 release), power adapter (22 W) and quick start guide.

JBL Authentics 500 speaker, Power cord (quantity and plug type vary by region), Quick start guide, Safety sheet, Warranty card1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026Box contents table: 1 speaker, 1 power cord, 1 quick start guide, 1 safety sheet, 1 warranty card.

Links

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Product page

www.amazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQ1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Amazon US product page.

product.jbl.com/AUTHENTICS-500.html2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Product page URL printed in the manual's troubleshooting section for the Authentics 500.

Spec sheet

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support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02cae3f/pdfs/JBL%20Authentics%20500_Specsheet_FR.pdfRead 16 October 2026

Manual

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support.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdf2Owner's manualsupport.harmanaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw3fc8d3e6/pdfs/HA_JBL_Authentics_200_&_500_OM_V8_ES-MX-.pdfRead 16 October 2026Mexican Spanish edition of the combined Authentics 200 and 500 owner's manual. No English edition was found on a host that could be read.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details: 1-year limited warranty and service included for the US. Optional 2 and 3-year extended warranties are sold separately.

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Both are also in the API. Back to all wireless speakers.