Party Speakers
From a 240-watt backyard speaker to a 1,000-watt tower with its own light show — all certified refurbished and tested before they ship.
Quick answer
For most backyards and block parties, the JBL PartyBox 310 is the right call — 240 watts, genuinely portable, loud enough to fill a yard without needing a dolly. If you're hosting something bigger, the PartyBox 1000 is JBL's actual tower speaker, built to anchor a real event.
The practical answer
The PartyBox line exists because a regular Bluetooth speaker, even a loud one, isn't built for outdoor use — open air eats sound in a way a living room never does. JBL's PartyBox speakers compensate with genuinely higher wattage, built-in light shows that sync to the beat, and in most models, a wheeled or floor-standing design that acknowledges you might actually be moving this thing between a garage and a backyard.
That extra wattage also means these units draw real power and get run hard at parties — exactly the kind of use where buying refurbished actually pays off twice: you're getting a unit that's already been tested under load, at a fraction of what it cost when it first launched. Most also include wheels or a built-in handle once you're past the smallest tier, which matters more than it sounds like the first time you're loading one into a car for a cookout.
Our picks, by party size
| Model | Power | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| JBL PartyBox 310 | 240 watts | Backyard get-togethers, patio hangouts | $399.99 |
| JBL PartyBox 710 | 800 watts | Bigger backyards, driveway parties | $748.99 |
| JBL PartyBox 1000 | 1,000 watts | Block parties, real events — while it's in stock | $969.00 |
How Verdi reduces the risk
Every PartyBox on Verdi is tested under load before it's relisted, since these speakers are built to be run hard — not just powered on and checked once. See how Verdi’s certified refurbished process works → Before you check out, it's worth reading current shipping and return terms →, especially on a speaker this size, so you know exactly what's covered if a port or button doesn't feel right.
Frequently asked
Do PartyBox speakers need to be plugged in, or do they run on battery for a backyard party?
Most PartyBox models include a rechargeable battery for cord-free outdoor use, though battery life drops as you push the volume and light show harder — check the specific model's runtime if you're planning an all-day event.
Can I connect two PartyBox speakers together for stereo sound?
Many PartyBox models support JBL's PartyBoost pairing feature, letting you link two compatible speakers for true stereo sound — check the specific model's connectivity features before assuming it's included.
Is the light show on a PartyBox speaker just decorative, or does it actually sync to the music?
It's reactive — PartyBox light shows are built to pulse and shift with the beat of whatever's playing, not just cycle on a timer.
How loud is too loud for a residential backyard?
That depends entirely on your neighborhood and local noise ordinances, not the speaker — even JBL's largest PartyBox models have volume to spare, so the practical limit is usually your neighbors, not the hardware.