Sony has released its latest in a wide range of portable Bluetooth wireless speaker offerings. They have low end models, moderate priced models, and high end. Their latest model is the Sony SRS X5 Portable NFC Bluetooth Wireless Speaker System. It features a slim, oblong design that will complement any design setting and at the same time can be transported wherever you go. From a volume level stand point, this speaker delivers extremely powerful audio, while remaining distortion free. It features a subwoofer with dual passive radiators for rich sound (50 Hz to 20 kHz). These incredible features, make the Sony SRSX5 a high class competitor in the market.
Sony SRS X5 Bluetooth Speaker – it’s Portable AND fits on your Bookshelf
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This is a portable speaker system. Weighing only 1 lb, you can take this little speaker with you anywhere you go!
Power Source/ Battery Life
It contains a rechargeable battery, which lasts up to 8 hours on low to mid volume.
Wireless Standard: Bluetooth
This speaker does contain Bluetooth audio streaming capability. It has an easy, One touch Bluetooth pairing with NFC. Easily pair up your device to stream your music from any of your Bluetooth enabled device. This includes smartphones, iPods, tablets, etc.
Sony SRS X5 Wireless Speaker – Controls at your fingertips!
The Sony SRS X5 has a lot of different controls built in. The side and back bottom reveal a small panel of different controls; there is a Sound button, Audio In, a Bluetooth button, and a separate pairing button. The rear panel contains the power adapter connection point, a 3.5mm Aux input, a Bluetooth standby mode switch, a Reset pinhole control, and a DC Output (USB) for charging different devices with your speaker.
Speakerphone
Unlike a lot of speakers on the market today, the Sony SRS X5 does have speakerphone capability. You can now take advantage of hands free calling, with just a simple push of a button!
The Sony SRS X5 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker is Easy to Set-up!
Set-up is super easy. Just power on the speaker, and press the bluetooth on button. Next, press the pair button and search for the Sony SRS X5 on your Bluetooth enabled device. Pair it together, and you’re good to go!
Stereo Separation
Due to the fact that it’s wider than most portable stereo systems, this does have some good, clear stereo separation. This comes in handy when it comes to hearing your music in complex sound textures.
Wireless Range
No need to stay close by to your Bluetooth speaker. This picks up a range of up to 30 feet, allowing you to enjoy your music even when you step away.
Sony SRSX5 Design
It is shaped like a long rectangle, and have a unique and sleek design. It is small and compact enough to take with you from place to place and also allows for easy storing. It currently comes in black or white, and now there is a red model to suit your décor requirements.
Sony SRSX5 – Sound Quality
This Sony SRSX5 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker packs a 20-watt punch! It is complete with a passive radiator for added low-end which delivers rich, dynamic sound anywhere that you go. This speaker is focused primarily on the low-mids and high-mids. There’s decent clarity in the highs, and bass guitars will be reproduced with astounding richness.
Sony SRS X5 – Product Specifications
Dimensions
The Sony SRS X5 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker is a neat package – 6 x 17.7 x 4.8 inches and weighs in at around 1 pound, so it is really no burden, and for this little unit, it packs a serious punch!
Accessories
- AC Adaptor
- Operating Instructions
- Bluetooth Startup Guide
- Warranty Card
- Carrying Case
Sony SRS X5 Features
Dynamic, Portable sound
Ability to stream your music wirelessly with Bluetooth technology
One-Touch listening capability
Receive or make calls via built in speakerphone
Move from room to room with the built in, rechargeable battery
Listen to music while you charge
Pros
- Sleek Design
- Offers impressive sound for small stereo
- Built in rechargeable battery
- Speakerphone
- Includes carrying case
- USB Port
- NFC Pairing feature
- Lightweight
Cons
- Nothing serious to consider here
- Maybe it is a little on the expensive side, but great value for the price
Sony SRS X5 Speakers Customer Reviews
Most reviewers are impressed with this speaker, overall. They love the added features, such as the NFC Pairing and built in speakerphone. They say sound quality is top of the line, without much distortion. Overall, however, users all agree that this is an excellent speaker for the price, and can’t be beat.
Priced much less than $100, the Sony SRSX5 Portable NFC Bluetooth Wireless Speaker has it all. It’s priced well for the market, and includes all the bells and whistles that one can expect from a Sony product. It’s not a bad deal at all, and worth the price overall.
Be sure to check out the white model if you are interested – the Sony SRSX5 also comes in white and red, but the price varies from one model to another.
