These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The JBL Partybox Ultimate 2 ranks #2 of 13 large party speakers by sound quality at $1,799.95; the Electro-Voice Everse 12 ranks #1 of 17 battery-powered PA speakers by sound quality at $1,046.91.
What the JBL Partybox Ultimate 2 does well: A huge mains-powered party speaker with very loud output, deep bass, Wi-Fi streaming and inputs for mics and guitar. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Electro-Voice Everse 12. The tradeoff: Its deep bass doesn’t hit as hard as the price suggests.
The Electro-Voice Everse 12 is the battery-powered choice. A battery powered 12 inch PA speaker with extremely high output and good sound at very loud volumes. Its battery is rated for 12 hours, while the JBL Partybox Ultimate 2 needs an outlet. It supports aptX Bluetooth, which the JBL Partybox Ultimate 2 lacks. The catch: Designed for more loudness than deep bass.
Buy the JBL Partybox Ultimate 2 ($1,799.95) for a large party speaker; the Electro-Voice Everse 12 ($1,046.91) suits a battery-powered PA speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Partybox Ultimate 2 | Electro-Voice Everse 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,799.95 | $1,046.91 |
| Ranked | #2 of 13 in Large Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #1 of 17 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers |
| Amplifier Power | 1500W RMS | 400W |
| App | JBL One | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery | 12+ hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | aptX, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 | - |
| Built-in Microphone | No | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Dimensions | 18.4” x 41.4” x 19.4” (466.7 x 1052.5 x 493.3 mm) | 13.6” x 23.5” x 13.7” (345 x 597 x 347 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 264mm subwoofer, 2x 124mm mid-range, 2x 30mm horn-loaded tweeter | 12” woofer, 1” compression driver |
| EQ | Yes (Smart EQ Mode) | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 28Hz - 20kHz (-6dB) | 55Hz - 20kHz (-3dB, Manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IP43 |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Microphone Input | Yes (EasySing AI vocal removal) | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Optical Input | Yes | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | Yes (Speaker Link, up to 6 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C PD, up to 20V/1.5A) | Yes (USB-C, 1.5A max) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Strap | No | - |
| Streaming Services | AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect | - |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes | No |
| Weight | 105.1 lbs (47.68 kg) | 31.3 lbs (14.2 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (Wi-Fi 6, 2.4 and 5GHz) | - |
| Wheels | Yes | - |
| XLR Input | Yes (line-in) | Yes |
| Passive | - | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 45Hz |
| Inputs | - | 2x XLR/TRS combo (mic/line), 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| Maximum SPL | - | 126dB |
| Removable Battery | - | Yes |
| Configuration | - | Battery-powered 2-way active PA |
| Cabinet Material | - | Polypropylene |
| Rigging | - | 35mm pole mount; 25° or 55° monitor angle |
| Coverage | - | 100° H x 60° V |
| DSP | - | 4-channel digital mixer with EQ, effects and ducking |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 55Hz |
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