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Series

Lifestyle Collection4Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-lifestyle-collectionRead 15 October 2026The press release names the Bose Lifestyle Collection.

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.

443508, 894001-1100, 894001-12002Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/6d84b6a079392696/original/899873_OG_LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS_en.pdfRead 15 October 2026Regulatory page lists Model number 443508. The retail SKUs 894001-1100 and 894001-1200 come from the World Wide Stereo listings.10Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-each-blackRead 15 October 2026US listing for Black gives Model 894001-1100.

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

017817858243, 01781785826710Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-each-blackRead 15 October 2026US listing for Black gives UPC 017817858243. The White listing at https://www.worldwidestereo.com/products/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-each-white gives Model 894001-1200 and UPC 017817858267. A Driftwood Sand retail number is not confirmed, so it is left out.

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.

5 May 20264Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-lifestyle-collectionRead 15 October 2026Press release dated May 5, 2026.

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 pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026Add to Cart is active on the US page.

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.

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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.

$2994Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-lifestyle-collectionRead 15 October 2026US launch MSRP 299 USD for Black or White Smoke, excluding tax. The limited-edition Driftwood Sand finish was 349 USD. The Bose US page on 2026-10-15 lists 349 USD for Black, so the price has changed since launch.

$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.

€349.955Press releasebose.de/pressroom/bose-lifestyle-collectionRead 15 October 2026German launch price 349.95 EUR for Black or White Smoke, as published, including VAT. Driftwood Sand was 369 EUR.

€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, DE4Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-lifestyle-collectionRead 15 October 2026Preorders opened on Bose.com, Bose.co.uk and Bose.de.

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

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, White Smoke, Driftwood Sand1Maker product pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026

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 pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026Home audio speaker that plugs into mains power. Bose lists it under Home Audio Speakers.

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.

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

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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.

ABose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Mid/bass driver	1	76
Tweeter	1	25
Up-firing mid/high driver	1	38

Source6Reviewwhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speakerRead 15 October 2026Review lists a 25 mm tweeter, a 7.6 cm mid/bass driver and a 3.8 cm up-firing driver. TechRadar gives 76 mm and 38 mm, and Tom's Guide gives 3 in, 1 in and 1.5 in. Bose publishes no driver sizes and no per-driver power.7Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-reviewRead 15 October 2026Features section: a forward-facing 76 mm mid/bass driver below a 25 mm tweeter, plus a 38 mm mid/high driver angled up through the top.

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.

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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.

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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.

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/6d84b6a079392696/original/899873_OG_LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS_en.pdfRead 15 October 2026Guide: bass, treble, center channel and height channel are adjusted in the Bose app. The guide does not give a band count.

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.

39Reviewengadget.com/2173477/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review describes a three-band EQ in the Bose app, plus a separate level for the up-firing driver. Tom's Guide also describes a 3-band EQ (treble, mid, bass) and a fourth control for height. The maker guide names bass, treble, center channel and height channel.11Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/smart-speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review describes a 3-band EQ (treble, mid, bass) plus a fourth control for height. Engadget also describes a three-band EQ in the Bose app.

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

No11Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/smart-speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review says the speaker does not support Bose's CustomTune room tuning. TechRadar also says there is no automatic room calibration. Bose describes TrueSpatial as content processing that adds height. What Hi-Fi describes TrueSpatial as analysing room dimensions, which these sources and Bose do not support.

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 pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026FAQ: two Lifestyle Ultra Speakers can be configured as a stereo pair in the Bose app.

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.

Apple AirPlay 2 multiroom, Google Cast multiroom1Maker product pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026FAQ: Lifestyle Collection products group for multiroom using Apple AirPlay or Google Cast. Other brands' compatible speakers can join those groups. No maximum group size is published.

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.

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

Yes6Reviewwhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speakerRead 15 October 20267Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-reviewRead 15 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.

5.33Maker product pagebose.de/p/speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth-Version 5.3. The page also lists Bluetooth Low Energy as a wireless connection, which is not LE Audio.

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.

SBC, AAC6Reviewwhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speakerRead 15 October 2026Review says Bluetooth 5.3 supports the AAC and SBC codecs. It found no aptX or LDAC. TechRadar and HeadphoneCheck also list SBC and AAC only.7Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-reviewRead 15 October 2026Features section: Bluetooth 5.3 supports only the SBC and AAC codecs.

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

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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.

9m2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/6d84b6a079392696/original/899873_OG_LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS_en.pdfRead 15 October 2026Reconnect section states the Bluetooth device must be within 30 ft (9 m). This is the only range figure the maker publishes.

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 pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026Page lists Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. The maker publishes no Wi-Fi standard. The stored standard comes from the Tom's Guide spec box.

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.

802.11ax11Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/smart-speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec box lists Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, 3.5mm, which is stored as 802.11ax. Bose publishes no Wi-Fi standard. The owner's guide regulatory text lists operation in the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 5945 to 6425 MHz bands, so the radio also covers 6 GHz. Earlier standards such as 802.11n and 802.11ac are not stated by any source and are left out.

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.

AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect1Maker product pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026FAQ names Apple AirPlay, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Amazon Alexa as the Wi-Fi playback options. The owner's guide states AirPlay 2.

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.

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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.

ABose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker

Connector	Count	Role
AC power	1	Mains power input
3.5 mm audio	1	AUX audio input

Source2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/6d84b6a079392696/original/899873_OG_LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS_en.pdfRead 15 October 2026Guide describes a power port with a power cord and an AUX port on the back for a 3.5 mm cable. TechRadar and HeadphoneCheck confirm these are the only two rear connectors. TechRadar's spec table lists a USB-C charger port, which the maker guide does not support.7Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-reviewRead 15 October 2026Features section: the 3.5 mm analog input is the only physical connectivity besides power.

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.

No8Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-review-better-than-sonos-157251Read 15 October 2026Review says phone calls are not supported and the microphones serve Alexa only.

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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 pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026FAQ: supports Amazon Alexa and is ready for Alexa+ in the US. Alexa runs on the built-in microphones after setup in the Bose app. No phone is needed during use. Google Assistant works only from a separate Google Assistant device on the network, so it is not listed.

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

Play/pause, skip forward and skip backward by tap, Volume up and down buttons, Touch volume ring, Bluetooth pairing button, Action button for Alexa, Microphone off button2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/6d84b6a079392696/original/899873_OG_LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS_en.pdfRead 15 October 2026Speaker controls page and media playback table: tap to play or pause, double-tap to skip forward, triple-tap to skip backward. Volume up, volume down and a volume ring, a Bluetooth button, an Action button for Alexa and a Microphone off button.

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

Bose2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/6d84b6a079392696/original/899873_OG_LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS_en.pdfRead 15 October 2026

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, Android1Maker product pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026Support section links the Bose app on Google Play and the Apple App Store.

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

Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026FAQ: the speaker downloads and installs updates overnight when it is on the home network. The owner's guide also describes a manual update button combination.

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

No7Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: battery life N/A, plug-in only.8Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker-review-better-than-sonos-157251Read 15 October 2026Review says the speaker has no built-in battery and must stay plugged in.

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.

100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 20 W2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/6d84b6a079392696/original/899873_OG_LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS_en.pdfRead 15 October 2026Regulatory page states Input Rating 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 20 W. This is the mains input rating, because the speaker has no battery.

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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.

Width121.1Height184.7Depth167.5mm(4.8 × 7.3 × 6.6 in)3Maker product pagebose.de/p/speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026Technical specifications row Komplettes Produktsystem: 18.47 cm H x 12.11 cm W x 16.75 cm D (1.66 kg). The UK page gives 7.270 in H x 4.767 in W x 6.594 in D, which matches. Axes are named in the row. This is the speaker body.

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.

1,660g(3.7 lb)3Maker product pagebose.de/p/speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026Same row: 1.66 kg. The UK page gives 3.660 lb.

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

Plastic (PC-ABS), Fabric, Rubber3Maker product pagebose.de/p/speakers/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026Material des Produkts: Plastic (PC-ABS), fabric, rubber.

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

A944435082Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/6d84b6a079392696/original/899873_OG_LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS_en.pdfRead 15 October 2026Regulatory page: FCC ID A94443508.

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Other certifications

FCC Part 15 Class B, ISED Canada license-exempt RSS, EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU, EU Regulation 2023/826 (standby power)2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/6d84b6a079392696/original/899873_OG_LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS_en.pdfRead 15 October 2026Regulatory page: FCC Part 15 Class B, ISED Canada RSS, Directive 2014/53/EU and compliance with Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/826.

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

Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker, Power cord, Quick start guide1Maker product pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026Page lists the speaker, power cord and quick start guide. The owner's guide says it may ship with several power cords for different regions.

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.bose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.html1Maker product pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026

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

assets.bosecreative.com/m/6d84b6a079392696/original/899873_OG_LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS_en.pdf2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/6d84b6a079392696/original/899873_OG_LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS_en.pdfRead 15 October 2026

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 pagebose.com/p/bose-lifestyle-ultra-speaker/LSULT-SPEAKERWIRELESS.htmlRead 15 October 2026US page states a Bose 1-year limited warranty included with all Bose products. Other markets are not covered.

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