JBL Bandbox Solo & Trio: The Perfect AI-Driven Rehearsal Speakers?
Real-time stem separation, powerful sound, and more!
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JBL’s BandBox series blends portable amps with smart practice tools and modern AI features. The Bandbox Solo and Trio are built for musicians who want to play, practice, and jam without a complicated setup. One is made for lone players, the other for small groups—but both aim to replace a pile of gear with one box.
Band-in-a-box vs. Bandbox
The JBL BandBox Solo and JBL BandBox Trio are part of JBL’s latest range of AI-powered amplifiers and practice systems, blending instrument amplification with smart features. Designed as compact combos for guitars, vocals, and music playback, both models use Stem AI technology to separate or isolate elements from any streamed track. This makes practicing, jamming, and performing much easier without the need for a full rig.
Both BandBox amps include a range of built-in effects and amp models, from clean tones to classic distortion and modulation. They also come with tools such as tuners, metronomes and pitch changers. Furthermore, they support Bluetooth streaming and can be controlled via the JBL One app, enabling real-time adjustments without navigating menus.
JBL Bandbox Solo
The JBL BandBox Solo is the smaller, ultra-portable entry in the series, offering around 18 W RMS of full-range audio, one input for guitar/voice, and Bluetooth connectivity. It’s perfect for solo players, singer-songwriters, or anyone who wants a practice amp that also doubles as a playback speaker with AI-assisted stem separation.
In terms of amp models, you get 8, plus effects like chorus, tremolo, and reverb. The Solo’s battery runtime of up to six hours and the intuitive LED matrix display make it an excellent choice for bedroom practice and travel.
JBL Bandbox Trio
Stepping up in size and capability, the JBL BandBox Trio packs 135 W RMS, a dedicated four-channel mixer, and enhanced effects. That extra power and channel flexibility make it better suited to small-band rehearsals and dual-instrument setups, giving you seperate volume and controls.
The Trio also boasts a replaceable long-life battery (up to 10 hours) and a larger display for navigating effects, tools, and AI separation features with ease.
Solo vs. Trio
The BandBox Solo is more portable and easier to use, making it ideal for individual practice, loops, or jamming with backing tracks. By contrast, the BandBox Trio builds on this concept to offer greater power and flexibility for small group play and performance.
Both models feature JBL’s AI and app integration, but the Trio’s higher power output, mixer, multi-channel inputs, and extended battery life mean it is more akin to a compact PA/amp hybrid than a mere practice tool.
What exactly does the AI do?
The AI function, controlled via the JBL Control app, separates instruments or vocals from any music in real time. For example, you can filter out the guitar and become the lead guitarist yourself, or separate the vocals from the playback.
Preis und Verfügbarkeit
The JBL Bandbox Solo and Bandbox Trio are great amplifiers with loads of features. The Bandbox Solo is priced at €229.00, while the Bandbox Trio costs €599.00. Both will soon be available here at Thomann.de*.
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