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Sony SRS-X3

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3.9
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User ratings:
42
4.2 out of 5
42 user ratings
5 stars
38 %
4 stars
47 %
3 stars
14 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
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Editorial reviews:
10
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3.6 out of 5
6 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
83 %
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2 stars
16 %
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Pros

  • bright
  • clear and controlled
  • the SRS-X3 feels solidly put together using decent materials

Cons

  • bass sounds overpowered in comparison
  • Sony would quickly address this somehow using a firmware update
  • the SRS-X3 is a bit larger and not as streamlined

Key specs

  • yes
  • 30 ft
  • no
  • yes
  • 7 h

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Sony SRS-X3 - Pros & Cons

Sony SRS-X3

Pros

  • bright
  • clear and controlled
  • the SRS-X3 feels solidly put together using decent materials
  • X3 has better instrumental definition and a more defined midrange
  • The sound is clean
  • with good detail in the treble and clear midrange
  • SRS-X3 is easily portable
  • It is really good next to your bed
  • fantastic device
  • functional
  • and durable

Cons

  • bass sounds overpowered in comparison
  • Sony would quickly address this somehow using a firmware update
  • the SRS-X3 is a bit larger and not as streamlined
  • utilitarian flat perforated metal grille
  • sound as clear and are slightly recessed
  • there aren t any playback buttons
  • lack of waterproofing
  • stereo isn t going to be very noticeable at any distance
  • ClearAudio+ does not work for all songs
  • lacks treble clarity and real bass
  • the bass loses the sub-woofer resonance

Sony SRS-X3 - Technical Overview

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IconBluetooth wireless range
30 ft
Best:
Ion Cornerstone
Bluetooth wireless range: 984.25 ft
IconPeak power
20 W
Best:
Devialet Phantom
Peak power: 4500 W
IconWeight
850 g
Best:
Philips BT2650
Weight: 0.21 g
IconPlayback time
7 h
Best:
Music Angel Mini Best Friendz
Playback time: 120 h

Sony - Video Reviews (9)

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Sony SRS-X3 - Full Specifications

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Sound
Channels2.0
Low frequency60.0 Hz
High frequency16.0 kHz
Peak power20.0 W
Number of drivers2
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Dimensions
Height2.64 in
Width7.28 in
Depth2.6 in
Weight29.98 oz
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Features
Docking station for mobile/Tabletno
Radio receiverno
Smart speaker (virtual assistant)no
Speakerphoneyes
USB input portyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Red
  • White
Built-in displayyes
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Connectivity
USByes
Type of USB connectorMicro-USB
AUX inyes
Source of connection
  • iOS App
  • Android App
  • Windows Phone App
  • Mac App
  • PC App
  • Integrated in Speaker
Aptx Supportno
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth codecSBC
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
  • HFP
  • HSP
Wired inputs
  • 3.5mm
  • Lightning
Bluetooth version2.1
Bluetooth wireless range30.0 ft
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)1
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
NFCyes
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Power
Battery operatedyes
USB poweredyes
Electric (not USB)yes
Battery typeLi-Ion
Playback time7.0 h
Battery life (max)7.0 h

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Sony SRS-X3 Sony - Editorial Reviews (10)

3.6
Based on 10 reviews
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stuff.tv/my/
Published: 07.07.2014
Sony SRS-X3
4.0

Boom goes Sony’s dynamite portable speaker

Sony SRS-X3 Home review
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whathifi
Published: 11.06.2014
Home review
4.0

Big, bassy and beautiful, but its tonal balance won’t be for everyone

Sony SRS-X3 Sony SRS-X3 Portable Wireless Speaker Review
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Gadgetmac
Published: 14.09.2014
Sony SRS-X3 Portable Wireless Speaker Review

The thing about portable speakers is that while they make listening to music super conveniant and more social in a mobile lifestlye , most of the ones that you can actually carry around with you willingily aren't capable of providing a that low-end bass you otherwise hear when listening t

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stuff.tv/my/
Published: 08.07.2014
Sony SRS-X3
4.0

Boom goes Sony’s dynamite portable speaker

Sony SRS-X3 Sony SRS-X3 Bluetooth Speaker review: A worthy contender to the Bose SoundLink Mini
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CNET
Published: 01.08.2014
Sony SRS-X3 Bluetooth Speaker review: A worthy contender to the Bose SoundLink Mini
4.0

Sony's mini Bluetooth speaker may not quite best the Bose's SoundLink Mini, but it sounds quite good for its size, costs less, and adds speakerphone capabilities.

Sony SRS-X3 Sony SRS-X3 Review
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SoundGuys
Published: 09.08.2014
Sony SRS-X3 Review
2.1

The Sony SRS-X3 isn’t as feature-packed as other speakers in the SRS line, but it’s small size and lower price makes it quite the contender.

Sony SRS-X3 Sony SRS-X3 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Review: Deep Bass Achieved
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Music Photo Life
Published: 26.01.2015
Sony SRS-X3 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Review: Deep Bass Achieved

The Back Story My friend Peter was looking for cheap portable speakers for home use.…

Sony SRS-X3 Sony SRS-X3 review | Stuff
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stuff.tv/my/
Sony SRS-X3 review | Stuff

Boom goes Sony’s dynamite portable speaker

Sony SRS-X3 Sony SRS-X3 Review
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PCMAG
Published: 11.07.2014
Sony SRS-X3 Review
3.5

The Sony SRS-X3 Bluetooth speaker delivers a lot of power for its size, but sounds best when you keep the volume dialed halfway.

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ProductReview.com.au
Published: 08.08.2015
Sony SRS-X3

Sony SRS-X3 (Portable Speaker): 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.