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Sony SRS-XB21

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User ratings:
48
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48 user ratings
5 stars
45 %
4 stars
27 %
3 stars
14 %
2 stars
10 %
1 stars
2 %
Consumer ratings:
4.5 / 5
Editorial reviews:
8
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8 editorial reviews
Sony SRS-XB21 portable wireless bluetooth speaker comes with 12 hour battery backup, waterproof and dustproof in a budget of just Rs 8,990.Read more
As of spring 2020 the SRS-XB21 has been discontinued. Sony calls the SRS-XB21 a 'party speaker.' We think it mostly lives up to that reputation as it is...Read more
A mini XB31!Read more
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Pros

  • an elegant design which easily appeals to audiences
  • nice design and build quality
  • sound great

Cons

  • the battery level dropped from 100 to 70 per cent
  • Sony XB20 is a bit louder and not too much more expensive
  • namely a mediocre battery life of just 6 hours

Key specs

  • yes
  • 32.81 ft
  • no
  • 12 h

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Sony SRS-XB21 - Pros & Cons

Sony SRS-XB21

Pros

  • an elegant design which easily appeals to audiences
  • nice design and build quality
  • sound great
  • are rugged
  • and look really cool
  • builds a solid foundation with impressively deep and resonant bass
  • dynamic range is wide enough that it gives a nice punch to accented notes
  • worked together flawlessly in providing us with an enjoyable listening experience
  • resulting blend was still very satisfying and really built for party usage
  • Audio is also crisp and clear on any volume level
  • amazing overall audio quality

Cons

  • the battery level dropped from 100 to 70 per cent
  • Sony XB20 is a bit louder and not too much more expensive
  • namely a mediocre battery life of just 6 hours
  • particularly heavy
  • SRS-XB21 falls a bit flat
  • No cherry-picked units sent by manufacturers
  • It felt a bit lacking in lighting and effects
  • A Sony party speaker is never complete without lighting
  • only the center of the front panel lights up
  • compatibility is a hit or miss for some Android devices
  • its control panel port is hidden behind a hatch on its backside

Sony SRS-XB21 - Technical Overview

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IconBluetooth wireless range
32.81 ft
Best:
Ion Cornerstone
Bluetooth wireless range: 984.25 ft
IconWeight
530 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-XB21 - Full Specifications

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Sound
Channels2.0
Low frequency20.0 Hz
High frequency20.0 kHz
Number of drivers2
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Dimensions
Height2.83 in
Width7.6 in
Depth2.56 in
Weight18.7 oz
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Features
Docking station for mobile/Tabletyes
USB input portyes
IP code (level of dust/water resistance)IP67
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Red
  • White
  • Yellow
Built-in displayno
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Connectivity
USByes
Type of USB connectorMicro-USB
AUX inyes
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth codec
  • AAC
  • LDAC
  • SBC
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
  • HFP
  • HSP
  • SBC
  • SPP
Bluetooth version4.2
Bluetooth wireless range32.81 ft
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)1
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
NFCyes
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Power
Battery operatedyes
Electric (not USB)yes
Battery typeLi-Ion
Playback time12.0 h
Battery life (max)12.0 h

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Sony SRS-XB21 Sony - Editorial Reviews (8)

4.1
Based on 8 reviews
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Sony SRS-XB21 Review of Sony SRS-XB21 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
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Published: 31.05.2018
Review of Sony SRS-XB21 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker

Sony SRS-XB21 portable wireless bluetooth speaker comes with 12 hour battery backup, waterproof and dustproof in a budget of just Rs 8,990.

Sony SRS-XB21 Sony SRS-XB21 Review
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Published: 21.08.2018
Sony SRS-XB21 Review
4.2

As of spring 2020 the SRS-XB21 has been discontinued. Sony calls the SRS-XB21 a 'party speaker.' We think it mostly lives up to that reputation as it is...

Sony SRS-XB21 Watch: Sony EXTRA BASS SRS-XB21 Bluetooth Speaker Review
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Published: 20.09.2018
Watch: Sony EXTRA BASS SRS-XB21 Bluetooth Speaker Review

A mini XB31!

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Published: 18.05.2020
Sony SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker review
4.0

Sony’s much-improved Bluetooth speaker can hang with the best of ‘em

Sony SRS-XB21 Sony SRS-XB21 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Review
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Published: 25.04.2018
Sony SRS-XB21 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Review

Smartphone speakers are portable, but have sound quality that’s ultimately bound by their miniature size. That’s why people turn to Bluetooth speakers for their portable sound needs. Whether you’re looking for something large enough to play to a stadium, or small enough to carry in your hand, there are plenty of solid options out there. But there’s a strong relationship between the sound a speaker creates, and the size of that speaker. When it comes to choosing smaller speakers, it’s hard to overstate the importance of details. Even subtle variations in the construction materials can have a palpable effect on

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If you are planning to buy a portable Bluetooth party speaker, then we have a recommendation for you which can rock your party.

Sony SRS-XB21 Sony EXTRA BASS SRS-XB21 Review
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Published: 31.08.2018
Sony EXTRA BASS SRS-XB21 Review

Portable yet powerful!

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Published: 24.01.2021
Sony SRS-XB21

Sony SRS-XB21 (Portable Speaker): 3 out of 5 stars from 2 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

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