Why every aspiring musician will want JBL’s new BandBox

With real-time AI vocal and instrument separation, BandBox is built to help musicians practice, play, and create anywhere

Every great musician starts somewhere, whether that’s strumming alone in a bedroom, jamming in a garage, or writing songs in a coffee shop. Now, JBL is making that journey a little more exciting with the launch of JBL BandBox, an AI-powered smart amp and portable speaker built for today’s generation of creators.

Available in two models, the BandBox Solo and BandBox Trio, the range combines JBL’s signature sound with next-level technology designed to make practicing and performing easier and more inspiring. At its core is Stem AI, a real-time vocal and instrument separation feature that lets you remove or isolate parts of any song directly from the device. That means you can mute the guitar, keep the drums, or take out the vocals to sing lead yourself. For beginners, it’s like having a built-in backing band; for seasoned players, it’s a new way to sharpen your skills or reimagine your favorite tracks.

The BandBox Solo is made for individual musicians who want to simplify their setup without losing quality. Compact yet powerful, it offers one input for a guitar or microphone, built-in effects like reverb and chorus, and access to amp models through the JBL One app. It also includes a looper, tuner, and metronome—tools that make it easy to practice anywhere while keeping your sound polished and dynamic. Whether you’re learning chords, writing your next song, or rehearsing before a gig, Solo feels like having a smart music companion that evolves with your creativity.

For small groups or bands, the BandBox Trio expands that experience with four instrument inputs, a built-in mixer, and up to ten hours of playtime with a replaceable battery. It’s powerful enough for jam sessions and pop-up performances, offering the same rich JBL sound that musicians already trust. The Trio also allows hands-on control directly from the unit, letting players balance levels or tweak effects in real time.

Together, the BandBox Solo and Trio represent a new chapter in how musicians learn, collaborate, and perform. They blend the freedom of portable audio with the precision of studio tools, giving anyone from aspiring artists to gigging pros, the chance to sound their best wherever inspiration strikes.

The JBL BandBox Solo will be available this November for P16,499, while the BandBox Trio will be available soon for P34,999 via www.jbl.com.ph