Sony has announced a trio of new additions to its EXTRA BASS wireless speaker lineup in the Philippines. Meet the new SRS-XB43, SRS-XB33, and SRX-XB23. The new lineup aims to deliver superb sound quality combined with toughness and usability.
EXTRA BASS Sound
Enjoy deep, punchy bass wherever you are with Sony’s latest wireless speakers. This is achieved via Sony’s renowned audio technologies:
- X-Balance Speaker Unit – uses a non-circular shape which increases sound pressure for more punchy bass.
- Mica Reinforced Cellular (MRC) cone and dust cap – rigid and lightweight, contributes to sound quality.
- Side Passive Radiators – Optimized layout across the three new models to reproduce clear bass sound.
- LIVE SOUND mode – Delivers a 3-dimensional sound experience
Do more, worry less
- Waterproof, dustproof, and rustproof – The new EXTRA BASS speakers boast an IP57 rating, so you can take your speaker to the beach, forest, or desert, wherever you like. They are also saltwater resistant.
- Shockproof – The speakers have undergone extensive shock testing, and thanks to the latest shock-proof design, can withstand the inevitable knocks, bumps, and scrapes that come with daily use.
Non-stop fun and new form factor
- Lights – Add a music festival atmosphere with the fresh design which now features multi-color line, tweeter, and speaker lighting.
Fiestable and Sony | Music Centre apps
Use the Fiestable companion ap to recreate a lively club feeling straight from your phone. Let the lights flash in sync with the beat, or change the color to suit your mood.
You can even control the speaker from the dancefloor with Sony | Music Centre app. Select your favorite playlist, cue the next song, or turn off the lighting to suit your mood.
Party Connect
With Party Connect, you can connect up to 100 compatible wireless speakers via Bluetooth to sync the music and lights so everyone dances to the same beat.
New form factor
The new speaker lineup comes in a wide range of colors with a refreshed design, perfectly complimenting any space. Compact, lightweight, and easy to carry, the XB23 fits perfectly into a backpack pocket or the cupholder of your camping chair. It also has a convenient strap to hang it from a tent or tree during a camping trip.
USB Type-C
You can charge the new EXTRA BASS speakers via the newly adopted USB-C port.
Battery life and connectivity
With a battery life of up to 24 hours, the party can continue all night long. You can connect to your smartphone via USB Type-A for battery charging, so your phone can last as long as you do. Enjoy music on the go by connecting your phone to the speakers via Bluetooth and NFC.
Availability and Pricing
- SRS-XB43 – PhP10,999
- SRS-XB33 – PhP7,999
- SRX-XB23 – PhP5,999
The three new EXTRA BASS speakers are now available in all Sony Centres and dealers nationwide.
Emman has been writing technical and feature articles since 2010. Prior to this, he became one of the instructors at Asia Pacific College in 2008, and eventually landed a job as Business Analyst and Technical Writer at Integrated Open Source Solutions for almost 3 years.