Short answer: it depends on whether you need a real PA or a party box. The dB Technologies B-Hype M is a professional 95W 10-inch powered 2-way portable PA that stays light at 27 lbs (12.2 kg), but it has no deep bass. The JBL Partybox 130 adds convenient handles and wheels, though our notes call it boomier and less clear than the Partybox 120 and flag its high price.
Buy the dB Technologies B-Hype M ($450) for a battery-powered PA speaker; the JBL Partybox 130 ($449.95) suits a party speaker instead.
If battery life is a priority, the JBL Partybox 130 is rated for 15 hours versus 4 hours for the dB Technologies B-Hype M.
If water resistance matters to you, the JBL Partybox 130 at IPX4 (splashing) holds up far better than the dB Technologies B-Hype M at no water resistance.
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A portable 10 inch battery PA speaker that comes with a wireless mic, wheels, and a built in media player for presentations.
A manageable party speaker with balanced, powerful sound, deep bass, a removable battery and a light show.
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Specifications Side By Side
| dB Technologies B-Hype M | JBL Partybox 130 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $450 Discontinued | $449.95 |
| Ranked | #16 of 17 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers | #7 of 53 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Passive | No | - |
| App | No | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 62Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 4 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Dimensions | 11.8” x 22.4” x 11.9” (300 x 568 x 301 mm) | 22.6”H x 11.7”W x 11.9”D (575 x 298.4 x 303 mm) |
| Drivers | 10” woofer, 1” compression driver | 2x 5.2” woofers, 2x 1” tweeters |
| EQ | No | Yes (7 band) |
| Frequency Response | 62Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None | IPX4 |
| Inputs | XLR/TRS combo (mic/line), stereo RCA, 3.5mm stereo, USB/SD media, Bluetooth | - |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes | Partially |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| Weight | 27.6 lbs (12.5 kg) | 24.9 lbs (11.3 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 95W RMS / 190W peak | 200W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Configuration | Battery-powered 2-way active PA | - |
| Cabinet Material | Polypropylene | - |
| Rigging | 36mm pole mount | - |
| Coverage | 90° H x 45° V | - |
| Maximum SPL | 123dB | - |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | Not specified | - |
| DSP | Bass and treble EQ; CH1/RF priority ducking | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| XLR Input | Yes | - |
| RCA Input | Yes | - |
| TRS Input | Yes | - |
| Optical Input | No | - |
| Coaxial Input | No | - |
| USB Input | Yes | - |
| HDMI Input | No | - |
| AES Input | No | - |
| Microphone Input | Yes | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) |
| Guitar Input | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 6.0 |
| Charging Time | - | 3 hours |
| Removable Battery | - | Yes |
| Lights | - | Yes |
| Strap | - | No |
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