Sony Unveils Four New Portable Bluetooth Speakers [Video]

Sony has unveiled four new portable Bluetooth speakers for the summer including three new X-Series speakers and a new SRS-XB13.

Life should be lived at full volume – whether that's dancing in the living room or hosting a lively picnic. All of the new speakers are specially designed to provide a powerful and wide-spreading sound to complement any genre of music. With LIVE SOUND mode, users can even enjoy music like it's live and recreate the unique atmosphere of their favorite musical moments.

"Music is made to be shared, and these incredible speakers help customers to make the most of every moment," said Daisuke Kawaguchi, Vice President of Home Entertainment & Sound, Sony Electronics Inc. "With clear and rich sound, the X-Series offers a new level of portable entertainment to create lasting memories in and out of the home."





SONY SRS-XB13
The XB13 is a tough and durable speaker, making it the perfect adventure companion. The speaker's IP67 rating1 means it's waterproof and dustproof and a UV coating provides extra durability in the elements, so it can be enjoyed at the pool, park or on a long hike. It has up to 16 hours of battery life with a convenient battery indicator shown on the user's smartphone to display how much charge is left.

In addition to a durable exterior, the XB13 speaker has a multiway strap that can be easily attached to a backpack or wrist. It can even be suspended upside down to create a waterfall sound effect for a more immersive listening experience.




● Small Speaker, Big Sound
Don't be fooled by the XB13's compact size; with EXTRA BASS and a Sound Diffusion Processor, this little speaker packs plenty of punch. Enjoy powerful EXTRA BASS sound with a passive radiator that enhances low-end tones and gives the bass a boost. Additionally, the Sound Diffusion Processor expands sound in any space with its DSP technology. If users want even bigger sound, they can connect two XB13 speakers wirelessly for stereo sound that reaches even further.

● Seamless Connectivity
Need to make a call? Whether it's at home or out and about, the XB13's built-in mic enables easy hands-free calling. The XB13 also features the latest Bluetooth technology, which removes the need for wired connections and complex set-up sequences. With Google's4 Fast Pair technology, users can connect compatible Android smartphones or tablets in seconds. The XB13 also features USB Type-C charging for convenient connectivity.

The SRS-XB13 has a suggested retail price of $59.99 and is available to order today in black, blue, taupe, coral pink and powder blue.




SONY X-SERIES
The XP700, XP500 and XG500 all feature Sony's innovative X-Balanced Speaker Units. The non-circular diaphragm gives more sound pressure with less distortion by maximizing the area of the speaker to offer a richer, clearer sound.



● Sound
The XP700 has three front High-efficiency Tweeters and one rear High-efficiency Tweeter, delivering Omnidirectional Party Sound with punchy bass. The XP500 and XG500 have two front High-efficiency Tweeters that combine to offer Powerful Party Sound. Plus, the XG500 features passive radiators that are optimized to reproduce clear bass sound for the ultimate listening experience. All three speakers also feature MEGA BASS.



● Water Resistance
The XG500 features an IP66 water resistance and dustproof rating so customers can use it by the pool, for a picnic at the park or for a relaxing day at the beach. The XG500 is made with durable water-repellent mesh that keeps the speaker dry. Additionally, the XP700 and XP500 have an IPX44 water resistance rating, to keep the music going even if a few raindrops fall.



● Battery
SRS-XG500 lasts up to 30 hours when MEGA BASS is on, Vol.19, and lighting is OFF. SRS-XP700 lasts up to 25 hours when MEGA BASS is on, Vol.13, and lighting is OFF and the SRS-XP500 lasts up to 20 hours when MEGA BASS is on, Vol.16, and lighting is OFF. 10 minutes of charge gives you 3 hours of playback on the XG500 and XP700, and 80 minutes on the XP500.

● Additional Features
○ Select from a variety of different lighting patterns that bring either energy to parties or soothing shades for a quiet night in.

○ The XP700 and XP500 come with two mic inputs in the rear port; one for a microphone and the other for either a guitar or microphone. The XG500 comes with one input that can be used for either a guitar or a microphone.



○ Both the XP700 and XP500 have multiple layouts and can be positioned either horizontally or vertically. No matter which layout is selected, a sensor on the XP700 will optimize the sound for that setup. All three speakers come with Party Connect to allow users to connect up to 100 compatible speakers, which then sync to the music and lights.

○ The speakers are BLUETOOTH compatible and come with USB play and USB charging. If your smartphone is running low on battery power, you can plug the smartphone into the speaker and have it charge directly.



Pricing and Availability:
The SRS-XP700 is available to order for $449.99. The SRS-XP500 costs $349.99 and the SRS-XG500 is priced at $449.99.



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