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Sony SRS-XB2

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User ratings:
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40 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
27 %
3 stars
15 %
2 stars
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1 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.5 / 5
Editorial reviews:
4
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4 editorial reviews
The Sony SRS-XB2 is a portable Bluetooth speaker that delivers solid audio with rich bass for its size and price.Read more
Sony SRS-XB2 (Portable Speaker): 4 out of 5 stars on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
Tech Tools: The SRS XB2 speaker may be small in size, but it’s mighty on soundRead more
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Pros

  • The speaker boasts a battery life of up to 12 hours
  • portable
  • it has a decent battery life and the sound is great

Cons

  • The sound noticeably changes and the bass is more pronounced without being overwhelming
  • wireless will suck more power than wired
  • There are no controls for music playback or track navigation

Key specs

  • yes
  • 32.81 ft
  • no
  • yes
  • 20 W
  • 12 h

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Sony SRS-XB2 - Pros & Cons

Sony SRS-XB2

Pros

  • The speaker boasts a battery life of up to 12 hours
  • portable
  • it has a decent battery life and the sound is great
  • sound output
  • small enough to fit anywhere
  • easy recharges and charge usage is quite good

Cons

  • The sound noticeably changes and the bass is more pronounced without being overwhelming
  • wireless will suck more power than wired
  • There are no controls for music playback or track navigation
  • No playback or navigation controls
  • still lack the necessary power and size to deliver real bass depth
  • systems often accentuate the high-mid sharpness of its attack a

Sony SRS-XB2 - Technical Overview

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

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Sony SRS-XB2 - Full Specifications

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Sound
Channels2.0
Low frequency20.0 Hz
High frequency20.0 kHz
RMS20.0 W
Peak power20.0 W
Supported formats
  • .aac
  • SBC
Number of drivers2
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Dimensions
Height2.44 in
Width7.51 in
Depth2.55 in
Weight16.93 oz
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Features
Docking station for mobile/Tabletno
Radio receiverno
Smart speaker (virtual assistant)no
Speakerphoneyes
USB input portyes
Water resistantyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Green
  • Red
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Connectivity
USByes
USB version2.0
Other connectorsHeadphone output
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
  • Micro-USB
Bluetooth version3.0
Bluetooth wireless range32.81 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)no
Battery typeRechargeable Battery
Playback time12.0 h
Battery life (max)12.0 h

Sony SRS-XB2 - Q&A (1)

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    garrett_nicolas
    about 2 years ago
    Is the Sony SRS- XB2 waterproof?
    elisha
    about 2 years ago
    No, the speakers are only water-resistant. A large volume of water would definitely damage the speakers.
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