Name: Sound Cylinder
Brand: Definitive Technology
SKU: 32867
Rating: 4.0 (11 reviews)

Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder angle

4.2

based on all reviews

improved the balance and sense of space
spaciousness and overall smooth sound quality
Vocals were clean and transparent

external loudspeakers requiring a wired connection
weight of the loudspeaker put some stress on the screen
sounded as if it were coming from speakers mounted on the sides of the screen

Bluetooth: yes
Bluetooth wireless range: 33 ft
Speakerphone: yes
Rms: 8 W
Playback time: 10 h

Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder - Pros & Cons

improved the balance and sense of space
spaciousness and overall smooth sound quality
Vocals were clean and transparent
innovative design
solid engineering
and first-class sound
sturdy
sleek design and decent sound
Cylinder's performance is very good
plays louder and offers smoother sound
good build quality and delivers decent sound for

external loudspeakers requiring a wired connection
weight of the loudspeaker put some stress on the screen
sounded as if it were coming from speakers mounted on the sides of the screen
the market is crowded with plenty of horrid-sounding
iOS devices need the latest OS update to connect
speaker's cinema audio pedigree
soundstage crumples
bass drops off precipitously
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slightly tapered protruding end caps
Muddy bass
flip-out kickstand that folds flat against the speaker when not in use
little speakers offer little to no stereo separation
its price point is a little high
sound better than the lower-priced competition
The clamps expand a bit

Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder - Technical Overview

	Poor	Average	Good	Excellent
Bluetooth wireless range	33 ft Best: Ion Cornerstone Bluetooth wireless range: 984.25 ft
Weight	340.19 g Best: Philips BT2650 Weight: 0.21 g
Playback time	10 h Best: Music Angel Mini Best Friendz Playback time: 120 h

Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder - Full Specifications

Channels	2.1
Low frequency	60.0 Hz
High frequency	20.0 kHz
RMS	8.0 W

Width	3.54 in
Depth	3.54 in
Weight	12.0 oz

Smart speaker (virtual assistant)	no
Speakerphone	yes

Colour of product	Silver

USB	yes
Type of USB connector	Micro-USB
Source of connection	iOS App Android App Windows Phone App Mac App PC App
Aptx Support	no
Bluetooth	yes
Bluetooth codec	aptX SBC
Bluetooth profile	A2DP AVRCP
Wired inputs	3.5mm
Bluetooth version	2.1
Bluetooth wireless range	33.0 ft

Battery operated	yes
USB powered	yes
Electric (not USB)	yes
Battery type	Rechargeable Battery
Playback time	10.0 h

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Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder Definitive Technology - Editorial Reviews (5)

4.3

Based on 5 reviews

Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder A stand-up wireless speaker

CNET

Published: 06.05.2013

A stand-up wireless speaker

If you can overlook its somewhat high price, the Sound Cylinder is a versatile and compact portable Bluetooth speaker that also converts into a stand for just about any tablet.

HomeTheaterReview

Published: 05.06.2013

Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder Bluetooth Speaker - HomeTheaterReview

4.5

If you want to listen to music from your smartphone, tablet, or laptop and not deal with poor sound from the internal speakers, the Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder Bluetooth speaker may be the answer. Darryl Wilkinson reviews it to find out.

Digital Trends

Published: 26.03.2013

Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder Review | Digital Trends

The Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder sets a high bar for this rather underserved product category. Part tablet stand, part laptop add-on, and 100% high-performance portable speaker, the Sound Cylinder may become the must-have audio accessory this year.

Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder Preview: Give your iPad a Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Audioholics Home Theater, HDTV, Receivers, Speakers, Blu-ray Reviews and News

Published: 10.01.2013

Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder Preview: Give your iPad a Portable Bluetooth Speaker

This year at CES, Definitive Technology showed off the Sound Cylinder, a portable Bluetooth speaker designed for use with laptops, phones and tablets.

Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder Review: Definitive Technology's Sound Cylinder delivers premium audio in compact package

AppleInsider

Published: 09.03.2013

Review: Definitive Technology's Sound Cylinder delivers premium audio in compact package

4.0

When Apple switched to the proprietary Lightning protocol with its latest salvo of iOS device launches, many users were pushed toward Bluetooth solutions in lieu of true Lightning-capable speakers, but compromises in sound quality provided for less-than-stellar performance. Definitive Technology looks to change that with its new Sound Cylinder, a high-end Bluetooth-enabled speaker that delivers true 2.1 channel audio.