7 PA speakers in our rankings have a dedicated guitar or instrument input, a high-impedance (Hi-Z) jack built to take an electric guitar or bass directly, without the signal-level mismatch a plain line or mic input would cause. That matters for busking, a small acoustic set, or any setup where carrying a separate DI box isn’t worth it.
A speaker’s rank here reflects its measured performance, not the presence of a guitar input. It’s a small feature set: most PA speakers, even ones with a microphone input, don’t have a dedicated Hi-Z instrument jack. If you want a guitar input specifically weighed against performance rather than just listed, see our curated best PA speakers with a guitar input picks instead.
This is every match, grouped by size and sorted by measured performance.
The Speakers
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| 4 | Teufel Rockster Neo | $807.72 | 124.5dB | 200W | 2-way: 1x 300mm long-… | 38.3 lbs | |
| 5 | Teufel Rockster Air 2 | $499.99 | 103dB RMS / 115dB pea… | 80W RMS | 2-way: 1x 10" paper w… | 31.2 lbs | |
| 6 | Soundboks 4 | $1199 | 126dB | 216W | 2x 10" woofers, 1" co… | 34 lbs | |
| 7 | Soundboks 3 | $699 | 126dB | - | 2x 10" | 34 lbs | |
| 8 | Soundboks 2 | $449.00 | 124dB | 216W | 2x 10" woofers, 1" si… | 33.1 lbs | |
| 11 | Teufel Rockster Air | €500 | 115dB | 250W | 2x 40mm tweeters + 2x… | 32 lbs | |
| 13 | JBL Eon One Compact | $699.00 | 112dB | 150W | 8" woofer, 1" tweeter | 17.6 lbs |
Battery-Powered PA Speakers
Ranked #4 of 14 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers - Teufel Rockster Neo: $807.72 eBay
Pros: Similar tuning to the other Teufel speakers - pretty good, but not top of class. Measured bass extension of 40Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Not quite as good sounding as the JBL Partybox 330 or Electro-Voice Everse 12. Bass isn’t as deep as the JBL Partybox 330 or even the JBL Partybox 130.
Full Teufel Rockster Neo review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 200W |
|---|---|
| App | Yes (Teufel Go) |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 40Hz |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | Not specified |
| Battery Life | 36 hours, 56 with Eco Mode (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Cabinet Material | Not specified |
| Configuration | Battery-powered 2-way active PA |
| Coverage | Not specified |
| DSP | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 17.2" x 25.6" x 12.8" (438 x 649 x 326 mm) |
| Discontinued | No |
| Drivers | 2-way: 1x 300mm long-throw woofer + 1x 35mm compression tweeter (coaxial) |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | Not specified |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP44 |
| Inputs | 2x XLR/6.3mm combo (mic/instrument/line), 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| Maximum SPL | 124.5dB |
| Microphone Input | Yes (XLR combo) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Link, up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Rigging | 35mm pole mount |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 38.3 lbs (17.35 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes (2x combo, mic/instrument/line) |
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- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Teufel Rockster Air 2
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Electro-Voice Everse 8
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Electrotec Stage One
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Soundboks 4
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Electro-Voice Everse 12
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Bose S1 Pro+
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Mackie Thump Go
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Teufel Rockster Air
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Ranked #5 of 14 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers - Teufel Rockster Air 2: $499.99 Amazon eBay
Pros: More consistent off-axis sound than the JBL Partybox 130, thanks to its single horn-loaded compression driver. Projects sound more evenly to the sides, unlike the JBL’s narrower front-firing dispersion. Cleaner instrument separation at high volume than the JBL Partybox 130, which turns anemic and loses bass at max volume despite its bass boost.
Cons: Bass isn’t as deep as the JBL Partybox 130’s boosted bass, though the JBL’s is boomy rather than truly deep. Bass and treble aren’t perfectly controlled at maximum volume - can sound hollow or too bright unless turned down from default. Not meaningfully louder than its 3-year-old predecessor, and the reviewer found the overall tuning a bit worse.
Full Teufel Rockster Air 2 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 80W RMS |
|---|---|
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | Not specified |
| Battery Life | 58 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Cabinet Material | Not specified |
| Configuration | Battery-powered 2-way active PA |
| Coverage | 80° H x 40° V |
| DSP | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 12.7" x 23.2" x 13.5" (323 x 589 x 343 mm) |
| Discontinued | No |
| Drivers | 2-way: 1x 10" paper woofer, 1x 1" polypropylene tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 47Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | XLR microphone, 6.3mm instrument, 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| Maximum SPL | 103dB RMS / 115dB peak @ 1m (Manufacturer specified) |
| Microphone Input | Yes (XLR) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Link Stereo, 2 speakers; XLR chaining up to 10) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Rigging | 35mm pole mount |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 31.2 lbs (14.15 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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- Teufel Rockster Air 2 vs Teufel Rockster Neo
- Teufel Rockster Air 2 vs Soundboks 4
- Teufel Rockster Air 2 vs Electro-Voice Everse 8
- Teufel Rockster Air 2 vs Electrotec Stage One
- Teufel Rockster Air 2 vs Electro-Voice Everse 12
- Teufel Rockster Air 2 vs Bose S1 Pro+
- Teufel Rockster Air 2 vs Mackie Thump Go
- Teufel Rockster Air 2 vs Teufel Rockster Air
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Ranked #6 of 14 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers - Soundboks 4: $1199 Soundboks Amazon eBay
Pros: Tied for the loudest battery powered speaker. Removable 40 hour battery. High efficiency drivers reach 2-3x the volume of typical speakers for the same wattage. Measured bass extension of 52Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Very large. Not as neutral or as deep of bass as the above Partyboxes. Not stereo. External power brick for charging.
Full Soundboks 4 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 216W (3x 72W) |
|---|---|
| App | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 52Hz |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | Not specified |
| Battery Life | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Cabinet Material | Poplar plywood |
| Configuration | Battery-powered 3-way active PA |
| Coverage | Not specified |
| DSP | App EQ |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 25.6" x 17" x 13" (650.2 x 431.8 x 330.2 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 10" woofers, 1" compression driver |
| EQ | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP65 |
| Inputs | 2x XLR/6.3mm combo (mic/instrument), 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| Maximum SPL | 126dB |
| Microphone Input | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (TeamUp, up to 5 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Removable Battery | Yes |
| Rigging | Not specified |
| SKAA | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 34 lbs (15.4 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes (2x combo) |
- Links
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- GYMCADDY: SOUNDBOKS Gen 4 Review - Better Sound And More Power Efficient More from GYMCADDY →
- Flossy Carter: SOUNDBOKS 4 - The World’s LOUDEST Bluetooth Speaker! More from FlossyCarter →
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Ranked #7 of 14 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers - Soundboks 3: $699 Discontinued eBay
Pros: Tied for the loudest battery powered speaker. Removable 40 hour battery. High efficiency drivers reach 2-3x the volume of typical speakers for the same wattage. Measured bass extension of 52Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Very large. Not as neutral or as deep of bass as the above Partyboxes. Not stereo. External power brick for charging. Discontinued; no longer sold by Soundboks, only third-party resale stock remains. Discontinued.
Full Soundboks 3 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | Not specified |
|---|---|
| App | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 52Hz |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | Not specified |
| Battery Life | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Cabinet Material | Poplar plywood |
| Configuration | Battery-powered 3-way active PA |
| Coverage | Not specified |
| DSP | App EQ |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | Not specified |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 10" (254mm) woofers + 1x 1" (25mm) compression tweeter with horn |
| EQ | Yes |
| Frequency Response | Not specified |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP65 |
| Inputs | 2x XLR/6.3mm combo (mic/instrument), 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| Maximum SPL | 126dB |
| Microphone Input | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (TeamUp, up to 5 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Removable Battery | Yes |
| Rigging | Not specified |
| SKAA | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 34 lbs (15.4 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes (2x combo) |
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Ranked #8 of 14 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers - Soundboks 2: $449.00 Discontinued eBay
Pros: Built for maximum outdoor output: its two 10-inch woofers and silk-dome tweeter reach a claimed 124dB, while the removable battery is rated for up to 40 hours. It also provides aux, microphone and guitar inputs, making it a practical battery-powered option for loud parties and informal performances.
Cons: At 15kg it is large to transport, lacks weather protection, app EQ and TWS stereo pairing, and relies on an external charging arrangement. Its tonal balance and bass depth are less refined than stronger modern party speakers, and this discontinued model requires caution around used-battery condition and support. Discontinued.
Full Soundboks 2 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 216W (3x 72W) |
|---|---|
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | Not specified |
| Battery Life | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Cabinet Material | Poplar plywood |
| Charging Time | 3.5 hours |
| Configuration | Battery-powered 3-way active PA |
| Coverage | Not specified |
| DSP | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | Not specified |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 10" woofers, 1" silk dome tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | Not specified |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | 2x XLR/6.3mm combo (mic/instrument), 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| Maximum SPL | 124dB |
| Microphone Input | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Removable Battery | Yes |
| Rigging | Not specified |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 33.1 lbs (15 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes (2x combo) |
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- No independent measurement review is linked for this model; it is ranked from hands-on listening and comparison against similarly priced speakers.
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Ranked #11 of 14 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers - Teufel Rockster Air: €500 Discontinued eBay
Pros: Exceptional 58-hour battery (31 hours at full volume with ECO mode). User-replaceable battery adds real longevity. 112dB loud like live rock concert. Tight bass, solid build, clean full-range guitar output (legitimate practice amp). XLR mic/instrument/aux inputs with companion XLR daisy-chain. USB-A device charging. Party Link Stereo pairs two units wirelessly. Measured bass extension of ~52Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Peaky midrange, not very natural sounding. Starts to get distorted above half volume. Only available in Europe. Discontinued.
Full Teufel Rockster Air review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 250W |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~52Hz |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | Not specified |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Cabinet Material | Not specified |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Configuration | Battery-powered active PA |
| Coverage | Not specified |
| DSP | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11.8" x 21.3" x 11" (300 x 540 x 280 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm tweeters + 2x 50mm woofers + passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | Not specified |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| HDMI Input | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | XLR microphone, 6.3mm instrument, 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| Maximum SPL | 115dB |
| Microphone Input | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Optical Input | No |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C, 5V/2A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| RCA Input | No |
| Rigging | 35mm pole mount |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Input | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 32 lbs (14.5 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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- Teufel Rockster Air vs Mackie Thump Go
- Teufel Rockster Air vs JBL Eon One Compact
- Teufel Rockster Air vs Bose S1 Pro+
- Teufel Rockster Air vs Soundboks 2
- Teufel Rockster Air vs Soundboks 4
- Teufel Rockster Air vs Teufel Rockster Air 2
- Teufel Rockster Air vs Teufel Rockster Neo
- Teufel Rockster Air vs Diamondboxx L2
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Ranked #13 of 14 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers - JBL Eon One Compact: $699.00 Amazon eBay
Pros: Professional 4-channel mixer with XLR/TRS preamps, phantom power for condenser mics. 112dB SPL, lightweight 17.6 lbs with swappable 12-hour battery. 8-inch woofer extends to 37.5Hz. Versatile positioning (upright PA or floor monitor). Large clear controls. Ducking feature auto-lowers music when speech detected. Handles DJ sets, vocals, guitar, corporate talks, and Bluetooth streaming. High efficiency drivers reach 2-3x the volume of typical speakers for the same wattage.
Cons: Quite distorted at full volume. Treble is quite rolled off, not much clarity. Not stereo.
Full JBL Eon One Compact review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 150W |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | Not specified |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Cabinet Material | Polypropylene |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Configuration | Battery-powered 2-way active PA |
| Coverage | 100° H x 50° V |
| DSP | 4-channel digital mixer with EQ and effects |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11.5" x 10" x 15.7" (291.1 x 255 x 399 mm) |
| Drivers | 8" woofer, 1" tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 37.5Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| HDMI Input | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | 2x XLR/TRS combo (mic/line), 6.3mm Hi-Z instrument, 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| Maximum SPL | 112dB |
| Microphone Input | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Optical Input | No |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| Rigging | 35mm pole mount |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Input | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 17.6 lbs (8 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
- Links
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- Head-to-Head Comparisons
- JBL Eon One Compact vs Teufel Rockster Air
- JBL Eon One Compact vs Mackie Thump Go
- JBL Eon One Compact vs Bose S1 Pro+
- JBL Eon One Compact vs Soundboks 4
- JBL Eon One Compact vs Teufel Rockster Air 2
- JBL Eon One Compact vs Teufel Rockster Neo
- JBL Eon One Compact vs Electro-Voice Everse 8
- JBL Eon One Compact vs Electrotec Stage One
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