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JBL unveils retro-inspired Authentics speaker range and Spinner BT turntable

Leveraging 75+ years of audio expertise, JBL marries nostalgic design with cutting-edge features

Published Sep 6, 2023 12:54 am

At A Glance

  • JBL has introduced its latest innovations in sound technology, which include the JBL Authentics speaker range and the JBL Spinner BT turntable. These products are designed to combine retro design elements with modern features.
  • The Authentics range is inspired by the iconic JBL L100 speakers from the 1970s and features the classic Quadrex grille pattern. The design also incorporates modern elements, like softer flowing edges and a subtle convex form, to show JBL's design evolution while respecting its heritage.
  • The Authentics speaker range includes three models—Authentics 500, Authentics 300, and Authentics 200—each designed to cater to different audio needs. For example, the Authentics 500 is Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-enabled and supports Dolby Atmos, while the Authentics 300 offers portability with an 8-hour built-in battery, and the Authentics 200 delivers well-balanced stereo sound.
  •  One of the groundbreaking features of the Authentics range is the simultaneous integration with Amazon and Google voice assistants, providing a robust and unparalleled user experience.
  • Both the JBL Authentics Speaker Range and the Spinner BT Turntable are expected to be available in the Philippine market in the last quarter of 2023. Interested customers can stay updated by following JBL Philippines on social media or visiting their website.

Building on over 75 years of audio engineering experience, JBL has unveiled its latest innovations in sound technology: the JBL Authentics speaker range and the JBL Spinner BT turntable. Merging retro design elements with cutting-edge features, the new products aim to satisfy audiophiles who crave a nostalgic touch without compromising on modern amenities.

Inspired by the iconic JBL L100 speakers from the 1970s, the Authentics range incorporates the classic Quadrex grille pattern. Modern elements such as softer flowing edges and a subtle convex form highlight JBL's design evolution while maintaining fidelity to the company's rich heritage.


"The heritage of our brands has always been important to us, and the JBL Authentics range delivers on audio quality, unique design, and unmatched features," said Grace Koh, Vice President and General Manager of Consumer Audio at HARMAN Asia-Pacific. "We live in an era where 'newstalgia' is in great demand. The JBL Authentics range draws from our iconic past with its retro design while delivering the superior sound and technology that our customers expect. Innovations such as Dolby Atmos and simultaneous voice assistants meet the retro and reimagined Quadrex grille design in a speaker range that defines the future of audio."


The Authentics speaker range includes three models—Authentics 500, Authentics 300, and Authentics 200—each catering to different audio needs. 

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The JBL Authentics 500

The Authentics 500 is Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-enabled and supports Dolby Atmos for a truly immersive listening experience. The Authentics 300 offers portability with an 8-hour built-in battery, while the Authentics 200 delivers well-balanced stereo sound.

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The JBL Authentics 200


One groundbreaking feature is the simultaneous integration with Amazon and Google voice assistants, offering an unparalleled user experience.

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JBL Spinner BT turntable


With an aluminum platter and tonearm, the Spinner BT Turntable is designed to impress as much with its looks as with its capabilities. Its belt drive and optical sensor ensure smooth, distortion-free playback at both 33 1⁄3 rpm and 45 rpm. JBL orange or gold accents and a modern front panel elevate the turntable's visual appeal.


Both the JBL Authentics Speaker Range and the Spinner BT Turntable are expected to hit the Philippine market in the last quarter of 2023. Interested customers can stay updated by following JBL Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok (@jblph) or by visiting their website at https://www.jbl.com.ph/.

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