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The Sony SRS-XG500 is a well-made portable speaker with an IP66 rating for dust and water protection. This means that you can take it outside without worrying that it will get a little wet. It can get quite loud, which makes it good for parties. It also has a mic/guitar input and RGB lights that can be changed around its passive radiators, which are party features.
With ClearAudio+ and ‘MEGA BASS’ turned on, it has a somewhat boomy sound, but it has trouble reproducing the deep thump and rumble in low-bass that fans of bass-heavy music tend to like. The good news is that the app that goes with it has a graphic EQ and presets that you can use to change the way it sounds.
Sony SRS-XG500 Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Speaker Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
| Speaker Size | 2 x 100mm woofers, 2 x 25mm tweeters |
| Max Power Output | 60W |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Battery Life | Up to 30 hours |
| Dimensions | 361mm x 161mm x 163mm |
| Weight | 3.6 kg |
Sony SRS-XG500: Design
The Sony SRS-XG500 is a big compact speaker that measures 460 x 256 x 215mm and weighs 5.6kg, so you can’t just throw it in your bag. Instead, it has a handle so you can carry it around, but doubt you’ll want to carry it very far even with the handle.
The Sony SRS-XG500 is a modern boombox. It looks like a tube with a dip in the middle, and it has round lights on each end to make it feel like a party. It will work best in your yard or around the house, but if you want to take it somewhere else, like camping or the beach, you can be sure that it won’t get wet or dirty. It has an IP66 rating. You can buy this speaker from its official website
Sound Quality
Even though the majority of this testing was done on Apple Music with the maximum streaming settings, the speaker was still able to function well on other platforms, such as YouTube, that support video streaming. The two services’ bitrates are responsible for the audibly distinguishable differences in sound quality that may be heard when comparing them.
Sony SRS-XG500: Performance
The sound from the Sony SRS-XG500 is best described as powerful. The bass will shake the walls as it roars through the house, but you can still hear the highs clearly.
When you press the Mega Bass button, the sound is definitely ready for a party. With that sound setting, the low end is a little too loud and kind of takes over, but it doesn’t drown out the rest of the song, so you can still hear every part of it clearly. The audio will be most useful for parties held outside because the sound really moves and packs a punch.
Price and availability
Currently, the Sony SRS-XG500 can be purchased for a price that begins at $348 in the United States, £299 in the United Kingdom, and $399 in Australia. Take a look at the widgets that are displayed on this page to see where you can acquire one.
Final Words
Music sounds good on the Sony SRS-XG500. When its “MEGA BASS” preset is on and its “ClearAudio+” function is on, it has a sound profile that is a bit boomy. Unfortunately, it has trouble reproducing the deep thump and rumble in the low-bass that is common in music with a lot of bass. Also, the treble range isn’t stressed enough, which can make voices and lead instruments sound dull and muffled. The good news is that the app that goes with it has a graphic EQ and presets that you can use to change the sound to your liking.
Sony SRS-XG500 review: The good and The bad
The Good
- Highly water-resistant and dust-proof
- Can be used for karaoke or as a guitar amp
The Bad
- Expensive
FAQS
The Sony SRS-XG500 is a small Bluetooth speaker that can get pretty loud, making it good for parties.
The BLUETOOTH wireless technology has an operating range of around 30 meters, or approximately 98 feet.