Sony's new portable party speaker offers booming sound that may irk the neighbours but those 'raging' at home will love it.

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SONY SRS-XP500: Rs 26,990

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				<li>Great battery life</li>
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				<li>Heavy to lug around</li>
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				<li>Powerful sound</li>
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				<li>Only&nbsp;front-facing&nbsp;speaker</li>
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				<li>Aux in, USB charging</li>
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				<li>Battery: 20 hours</li>
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				<li>Quick charging: 80 mins playtime on 10 mins charge</li>
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"Don't play that too loud, you'll wake up other family members!"

"The neighbours are telling us to turn it down!"

"Crank up the volume to max and let's&nbsp;workout!"

"Mama, let's play&nbsp;Floor is Lava&nbsp;at full volume!" 
 
These few exclamatory remarks have dominated my life ever since the Sony SRS-XP500 came home.&nbsp;Meet the new-age boombox, party speaker, giant audio beast. Call it whatever you want, Sony's new speaker offers powerful, immersive sound.

So much so that my humble bedroom was not prepared to be shaken to its core when we played&nbsp;Arena&nbsp;by Fabian Mazur and Snavs, a high-adrenalin track for exercise.

Neither was my home prepared to listen to&nbsp;The Floor is Lava&nbsp;with such enthusiasm because we were all blown away with the beats and couldn't help but join my three-year-old in jumping and squealing with glee.

What I am trying to say is, I am not a "rager" or a "party animal" or any other millennial terms associated with the act of head-banging to loud music. And yet, even I couldn't resist the urge to invite my fully-vaccinated, mask-wearing friends over to enjoy some powerful beats on this speaker.

The speaker is priced at Rs 26,990 which is decent for a speaker this size with a bucket-load of features. Remember, flagship wireless earphones are known to cost more than this. So here is why the Sony SRS-XP500 is the ideal speaker for you if you like to entertain and enjoy music to its full potential. 
 
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Portable only if you exercise

The Sony SRS-XP500 is portable which means you can lug it around to parties and big gatherings in a post-pandemic elusive world. It doesn't need to be connected to a power source at all times though&nbsp;the sound quality is much more impressive when it is tethered to power.&nbsp;

At 11.2 kilograms, it isn't something you can easily move around unless of course, you lift weights! It's a big black beauty if you will, with LED lights for those that like that kind of vibe. For an old soul like me, it was a real pleasure listening to some&nbsp;Nora Jones&nbsp;classics with dimmed lighting and letting the LEDs set the mood.

For those wondering where to park this beast, you can set it up vertically or horizontally. The IPX4 rating guards the XP500 against water so if you're headed to a dinner with the XP500 as your date, don't panic if someone spills their beverage on it. Or in my case, when my son spilled Apple juice while dancing to&nbsp;Cocomelon&nbsp;beats.

Get creative

The market for party speakers, believe you me, is surprisingly large and well-documented with big brands diving into the space. It may be hard to justify spending money on a party speaker when we're mostly stuck at home avoiding a lethal infection.

So make use of the other features that the XP500 offers such as using the mic and guitar input to turn the speaker into a karaoke machine! This can be a great tool if you're calling a few guests over -- who are vaccinated of course -- and can make for great in-house entertainment.

Battery that won't give up

You had me at battery life! The XP500 comes with 20 hours of battery life and after 10 minutes of charge, gives you 80 minutes of uninterrupted play because of its Quick charging feature.

So if you're taking this out camping, on a holiday in the distant future or even enjoying some online workouts through the Bluetooth mode, the speaker won't let you down.

Sound which can wake up the neighbours!

Pro tip: this isn't for small bedrooms or spaces since you're bound to annoy other members and relatives unless you're disciplined with the volume. This is a testament to the powerful sound offered by the speaker. We used it while hosting a dinner with some friends and had plenty asking us about the features.

I used it for a few kickboxing and Zumba workouts and the immersive sound kept my energy levels high.

The tech here is packed in two high-efficiency Tweeters along with two X Balanced Woofers. Every thump, click, crack, yelp and yeah can be heard with pristine clarity!

Imagine what you could do with this speaker in a big party when it's safe to attend one?&nbsp;

The sound quality here leaves very little room for complaints (audio purists, here's looking at you) despite being a front-facing speaker alone.

Should you buy it?

This is a question that's difficult to answer at this point in time. Are we ready to party? Not yet, I think. The country has opened up, people are stepping out, to malls, restaurants, exotic destinations. So the market for such a speaker is ripe even now and if you are looking for one, the Sony SRS-XP500 is the new-age boombox for you priced well at nearly Rs 27,000.

While I recommend the product, I do not endorse disturbing others with loud music. Do not attend crowded parties at this point even as cases decline. So be adventurous, not careless.

Buy this speaker to enjoy amazing sound, be wary of the virus, and host a socially responsible gathering of fully jabbed friends who will enjoy the sound and belt out a few out-of-tune numbers with you!

Sony's new portable party speaker offers booming sound that may irk the neighbours but those 'raging' at home will love it. SONY SRS-XP500: Rs 26,990 Pros Cons Great battery life Heavy to lug around Powerful sound Only front-facing speaker Aux in, USB charging Karaoke feature Tech Specs: SONY SRS-XP500 Sound direction: Front-facing speaker Battery: 20 hours Quick charging: 80 mins playtime on 10 mins charge IP rating: ipx4 Weight: 11.

Sony's new portable party speaker offers booming sound that may irk the neighbours but those 'raging' at home will love it. SONY SRS-XP500: Rs 26,990 Pros Cons Great battery life Heavy to lug around Powerful sound Only front-facing speaker Aux in, USB charging Karaoke feature Tech Specs: SONY SRS-XP500 Sound direction: Front-facing speaker Battery: 20 hours Quick charging: 80 mins playtime on 10 mins charge IP rating: ipx4 Weight: 11.2kg "Don't play that too loud, you'll wake up other family members!" "The neighbours are telling us to turn it down!" "Crank up the volume to max and let's workout!" "Mama, let's play Floor is Lava at full volume!" These few exclamatory remarks have dominated my life ever since the Sony SRS-XP500 came home. Meet the new-age boombox, party speaker, giant audio beast. Call it whatever you want, Sony's new speaker offers powerful, immersive sound. So much so that my humble bedroom was not prepared to be shaken to its core when we played Arena by Fabian Mazur and Snavs, a high-adrenalin track for exercise. Neither was my home prepared to listen to The Floor is Lava with such enthusiasm because we were all blown away with the beats and couldn't help but join my three-year-old in jumping and squealing with glee. What I am trying to say is, I am not a "rager" or a "party animal" or any other millennial terms associated with the act of head-banging to loud music. And yet, even I couldn't resist the urge to invite my fully-vaccinated, mask-wearing friends over to enjoy some powerful beats on this speaker. The speaker is priced at Rs 26,990 which is decent for a speaker this size with a bucket-load of features. Remember, flagship wireless earphones are known to cost more than this. So here is why the Sony SRS-XP500 is the ideal speaker for you if you like to entertain and enjoy music to its full potential. Portable only if you exercise The Sony SRS-XP500 is portable which means you can lug it around to parties and big gatherings in a post-pandemic elusive world. It doesn't need to be connected to a power source at all times though the sound quality is much more impressive when it is tethered to power. At 11.2 kilograms, it isn't something you can easily move around unless of course, you lift weights! It's a big black beauty if you will, with LED lights for those that like that kind of vibe. For an old soul like me, it was a real pleasure listening to some Nora Jones classics with dimmed lighting and letting the LEDs set the mood. For those wondering where to park this beast, you can set it up vertically or horizontally. The IPX4 rating guards the XP500 against water so if you're headed to a dinner with the XP500 as your date, don't panic if someone spills their beverage on it. Or in my case, when my son spilled Apple juice while dancing to Cocomelon beats. Get creative The market for party speakers, believe you me, is surprisingly large and well-documented with big brands diving into the space. It may be hard to justify spending money on a party speaker when we're mostly stuck at home avoiding a lethal infection. So make use of the other features that the XP500 offers such as using the mic and guitar input to turn the speaker into a karaoke machine! This can be a great tool if you're calling a few guests over -- who are vaccinated of course -- and can make for great in-house entertainment. Battery that won't give up You had me at battery life! The XP500 comes with 20 hours of battery life and after 10 minutes of charge, gives you 80 minutes of uninterrupted play because of its Quick charging feature. So if you're taking this out camping, on a holiday in the distant future or even enjoying some online workouts through the Bluetooth mode, the speaker won't let you down. Sound which can wake up the neighbours! Pro tip: this isn't for small bedrooms or spaces since you're bound to annoy other members and relatives unless you're disciplined with the volume. This is a testament to the powerful sound offered by the speaker. We used it while hosting a dinner with some friends and had plenty asking us about the features. I used it for a few kickboxing and Zumba workouts and the immersive sound kept my energy levels high. The tech here is packed in two high-efficiency Tweeters along with two X Balanced Woofers. Every thump, click, crack, yelp and yeah can be heard with pristine clarity! Imagine what you could do with this speaker in a big party when it's safe to attend one? The sound quality here leaves very little room for complaints (audio purists, here's looking at you) despite being a front-facing speaker alone. Should you buy it? This is a question that's difficult to answer at this point in time. Are we ready to party? Not yet, I think. The country has opened up, people are stepping out, to malls, restaurants, exotic destinations. So the market for such a speaker is ripe even now and if you are looking for one, the Sony SRS-XP500 is the new-age boombox for you priced well at nearly Rs 27,000. While I recommend the product, I do not endorse disturbing others with loud music. Do not attend crowded parties at this point even as cases decline. So be adventurous, not careless. Buy this speaker to enjoy amazing sound, be wary of the virus, and host a socially responsible gathering of fully jabbed friends who will enjoy the sound and belt out a few out-of-tune numbers with you!

How loud is too loud?

Guilty. I am one of those women who has that big scary bag which packs in her life. I am prepared for anything. So I have extra sanitizers, masks, a hand cream, a perfume, a surface spray and even a book that I never get to read.&nbsp;

The latest addition to my handbag is a compact speaker from Sony.

Why do I carry it along? Am I predicting a music emergency? A situation where someone may yell, "Anybody got a good outdoor speaker?" I don't know yet.

But the fact that a speaker fits into my bag seamlessly and belts out powerful sound is worthy of acknowledgment. And it can be yours for Rs 3,990.

IT'S GOT THE LOOKS

The Sony SRS-XB13 weighs around 255 grams, fits into the palm of your hand, looks adorable yet is sturdy. My only gripe? Sony, in 2021, we need simpler names. I don't know how to recommend this speaker to others without saying "that great small speaker from Sony".

MUSIC ON THE GO

The recent addition to Sony's audio portfolio is this affordable Bluetooth speaker which is portable and waterproof. Now remember, when I say waterproof, it means this speaker will survive if you dunk it in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes but why would you try that?

Instead, use the strap to attach the speaker to a bag and carry it to your next socially-distanced and safe vacation spot. And if you hang it from a height using the strap, you'll be able to modify the sound direction which is a nifty party trick.

Like me, if you have kids in the house who will squeal with excitement when they see the speaker and drop it the next second, worry not. This baby will survive a few falls.

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PRO-TIP

While I am yet to enjoy a decadent, long bath with this speaker by my side, my son loves hopping in his tub jumping to some Baby Shark tunes while splashing water all around. Given that this speaker is waterproof, this activity was safe and engaging for all involved, including the speaker.

VALUE ADDITIONS

A speaker has got to do a lot more than just play great sound. This one has a USB-C port and rubber buttons to play, pause the music. Given how portable it is, I took it to the terrace plenty of times to indulge in a cardio workout or regale my son with some Audible tales. The sound is impressive though not jaw-dropping.

HOW LONG WILL IT LAST?

Battery, battery, battery. This is the real deal-breaker or clincher for me. And at 16 hours on a single charge, this one is a reliable friend.

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HOW GOOD IS THE AUDIO?

At under Rs 4,000, I didn't have high expectations. But for everyday use and that rare gathering of people that you may feel brave enough to host now, the SRS-XB13 performs well. If you have a bigger budget, you can buy two of these speakers, connect them using the Stereo Pair function and have a mini-party for one.

I enjoyed listening to multiple tracks from all genres and it did the job. If you're an audio purist, you're probably not looking for a speaker in this budget. For those looking for a portable, useful and well-performing speaker, the Sony SRS-XB13 seems ideal.&nbsp;

The nomenclature of course, leaves much to be desired.

Guilty. I am one of those women who has that big scary bag which packs in her life. I am prepared for anything. So I have extra sanitizers, masks, a hand cream, a perfume, a surface spray and even a book that I never get to read.

Guilty. I am one of those women who has that big scary bag which packs in her life. I am prepared for anything. So I have extra sanitizers, masks, a hand cream, a perfume, a surface spray and even a book that I never get to read. The latest addition to my handbag is a compact speaker from Sony. Why do I carry it along? Am I predicting a music emergency? A situation where someone may yell, "Anybody got a good outdoor speaker?" I don't know yet. But the fact that a speaker fits into my bag seamlessly and belts out powerful sound is worthy of acknowledgment. And it can be yours for Rs 3,990. IT'S GOT THE LOOKS The Sony SRS-XB13 weighs around 255 grams, fits into the palm of your hand, looks adorable yet is sturdy. My only gripe? Sony, in 2021, we need simpler names. I don't know how to recommend this speaker to others without saying "that great small speaker from Sony". MUSIC ON THE GO The recent addition to Sony's audio portfolio is this affordable Bluetooth speaker which is portable and waterproof. Now remember, when I say waterproof, it means this speaker will survive if you dunk it in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes but why would you try that? Instead, use the strap to attach the speaker to a bag and carry it to your next socially-distanced and safe vacation spot. And if you hang it from a height using the strap, you'll be able to modify the sound direction which is a nifty party trick. Like me, if you have kids in the house who will squeal with excitement when they see the speaker and drop it the next second, worry not. This baby will survive a few falls. PRO-TIP While I am yet to enjoy a decadent, long bath with this speaker by my side, my son loves hopping in his tub jumping to some Baby Shark tunes while splashing water all around. Given that this speaker is waterproof, this activity was safe and engaging for all involved, including the speaker. VALUE ADDITIONS A speaker has got to do a lot more than just play great sound. This one has a USB-C port and rubber buttons to play, pause the music. Given how portable it is, I took it to the terrace plenty of times to indulge in a cardio workout or regale my son with some Audible tales. The sound is impressive though not jaw-dropping. HOW LONG WILL IT LAST? Battery, battery, battery. This is the real deal-breaker or clincher for me. And at 16 hours on a single charge, this one is a reliable friend. HOW GOOD IS THE AUDIO? At under Rs 4,000, I didn't have high expectations. But for everyday use and that rare gathering of people that you may feel brave enough to host now, the SRS-XB13 performs well. If you have a bigger budget, you can buy two of these speakers, connect them using the Stereo Pair function and have a mini-party for one. I enjoyed listening to multiple tracks from all genres and it did the job. If you're an audio purist, you're probably not looking for a speaker in this budget. For those looking for a portable, useful and well-performing speaker, the Sony SRS-XB13 seems ideal. The nomenclature of course, leaves much to be desired.

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