Next-Generation Portable Amplifier & Bluetooth Wireless Speakers "JBL BandBox Solo" and "JBL BandBox Trio" Project Support Recruitment Starts Today!

Harman International Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Takuma Kuwabara), a world-leading audio brand originating from California, USA, boasting 8 consecutive years as Japan's No.1 wireless speaker seller*1 with "JBL," announced today the launch of a project support recruitment campaign for the introduction of its portable amplifier & Bluetooth wireless speakers "JBL BandBox Solo" and "JBL BandBox Trio," equipped with AI-powered vocal and instrument stem separation functionality on-board, in Japan. The campaign begins today, May 13 (Wednesday), at 10:00 JST on CCC Group's crowdfunding site "GREEN FUNDING."

The "JBL BandBox" series are smart speakers for music fans that cover everything from practice and music playback to production activities in a single unit.

The biggest feature is its proprietary AI technology that enables vocal and instrument stem separation solely through on-board processing, without relying on the cloud. By analyzing songs played via Bluetooth in real-time and freely separating vocals, guitar, and rhythm parts, any song can be immediately utilized as a minus-one track.

The "JBL BandBox Solo," a compact and easily portable device, is a model designed for all music fans who enjoy guitar and vocals, focusing on daily practice and home performances. In contrast, the "JBL BandBox Trio" features a 4-channel mixer and high output performance, making it suitable for multi-person performances such as band sessions.

Both models are compatible with the "JBL One" app, allowing centralized management of amplifier simulators, effects, and practice tool settings. This enables smooth sound creation tailored to playing styles and scenes, and makes recording ideas, building them up, and daily practice varied and enjoyable. The intuitive yet detailed sound adjustment possible with this app UI was recognized with the highest award, the "iF Gold Award," at the "iF Design Award 2026."

Furthermore, during the project period, product exhibitions are planned at the World Pedal Park on the 1st floor of Ikebegakkiten Flagship Store IKEBE SHIBUYA (IKEBE SHIBUYA) and Tsutaya Electrics+ inside Futako Tamagawa Tsutaya Electrics. Customers can experience the actual products before consideration. An exhibition at "Sound Messe in Osaka 2026," the largest instrument show in Japan, held at Osaka Nanko ATC Hall on May 16 (Saturday) and 17 (Sunday), 2026, has also been decided. This will be an excellent opportunity for those in the Kansai region to experience the actual device.

Product Highlights ● Equipped with on-board AI processing for vocal and instrument stem separation ● Cloud-free, instantly converts any song into a minus-one track ● Powerful JBL sound optimized not only for Bluetooth music but also for guitar and vocals ● Built-in amplifier simulator and various effects ● Features practice tools such as tuner, metronome, and looper for song idea generation and practice ● USB-C connectivity also supports audio interface functions for recording and streaming ● Intuitive and detailed sound adjustment possible with "JBL One" app compatibility ● "JBL One" app receives "iF Gold Award"

Project Overview ■ JBL BandBox Series Project Page: https://greenfunding.jp/lab/projects/9369 ■ Duration: May 13, 2026 (Wednesday) 10:00 JST – August 31, 2026 (Monday) 23:59 JST ■ Return Plans (example): ◆ Super Early Bird: 18% OFF (Limited to first 100 people) ◆ Early Bird: 15% OFF (Limited to first 150 people) etc. ■ Estimated General Sale Price: BandBox Solo: 35,200 JPY (incl. tax) BandBox Trio: 84,700 JPY (incl. tax) ■ Estimated Delivery: Scheduled sequentially from September 2026

【Ikebegakkiten (IKEBE SHIBUYA) "World Pedal Park" Exhibition Details】 ■ Exhibition Period: Scheduled to start from May 13, 2026 (Wednesday) ■ Location: Shibuya Square B 1F, 1-7-4 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0043

【"Tsutaya Electrics+" Exhibition Details】 ■ Exhibition Period: Scheduled to start from May 13, 2026 (Wednesday) ■ Location: 1F/2F Futako Tamagawa Tsutaya Electrics, Futako Tamagawa Rise Shopping Center Terrace Market, 1-14-1 Tamagawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 158-0094

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