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#7 in Portable Bluetooth SpeakersBest for Parties

Sony SRS-XB43

Name: Sony SRS-XB43
Brand: Sony
Rating: 8 (1 reviews)

Sony

$149.00 – $199.00

Party-focused speaker with Extra Bass mode, built-in party lights, IP67 rating, 24-hour battery, and live sound mode. Connects to 100 speakers via Sony Party Connect.

8.0

Good

Consensus

Our Analysis

No portable speaker creates a party atmosphere like the XB43. Built-in lights, 24-hour battery, and support for 100-speaker chains through Sony Party Connect make it the choice for outdoor gatherings.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

7.8

User Sentiment

8.2

Value Score

8.5

Complaint Risk

7.8

Freshness

7.0

Community

7.8

Availability

9.0

Pros

Built-in multicolor speaker lights sync to music for atmosphere
24-hour battery life is best-in-class for party use
Sony Party Connect links up to 100 compatible speakers

Cons

Extra Bass mode muddies midrange frequencies at high volumes
Lights drain battery faster — disable for maximum runtime

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Extra Bass EQ can distort at maximum volume — keep volume at 80% or below for cleanest sound

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