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Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black

Model: SRSXB23/B
SKU: 11960555
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Listen to music on the go with this black Sony EXTRA BASS portable Bluetooth speaker. The shockproof, dustproof, and waterproof design allows use on rugged terrain and near pools, while the rechargeable battery offers up to 12 hours of playback on a single charge. This Sony EXTRA BASS portable Bluetooth speaker has an X-balanced speaker unit for well-balanced sound.

Features
  • Feel power of EXTRA BASS

    Dual passive radiators work together with full-range speakers to enhance low-end tones, giving bass a boost.

  • Party Connect

    Lets you connect up to 100 compatible speakers with Bluetooth technology so the music and lights sync up and everyone dances to the same beat.

  • Speakerphone function

    Offers a convenient way to talk hands-free, whether it's a conference call for work or a chat with friends.⁸

  • Waterproof, rustproof, dustproof and shockproof IP67 design

    Allows flexible outdoor use so there is nothing to stop you from enjoying your music to the maximum, anywhere and everywhere.

  • Connect wirelessly from up to 98.4' away

    Pair this speaker with your smartphone, tablet, or other Bluetooth-enabled devices³.

  • X-balanced speaker unit

    Features a non-circular diaphragm to deliver high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper listening experience.

  • Take this compact and lightweight speaker everywhere you want

    Fits perfectly in the cupholder of your camping chair, and the convenient strap lets you hang your speaker in your tent or on the nearest tree.

  • Control beat with Sony Music Center app

    Select your favorite playlists, cue the next song and sound modes⁵.

  • USB Type-C port

    Lets you charge your portable speaker.

  • Rechargeable battery

    Play your favorite tunes for up to 12 hours on a full charge, and up to 10 hours in EXTRA BASS mode.¹

  • ¹Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, and usage. Battery capacity decreases over time and use.

  • ²Requires that all ports and covers are firmly closed. Waterproof specification of IPX7*1 as specified in “Degree of protection against water immersion” of the IEC60529.

  • The speaker has been tested to and maintains its operability when gently submersed in water to a depth of 1 meter for up to 30 minutes. Dustproof specification of IP6X*2 as specified in “Degrees of protection against solid foreign objects”.

  • The speaker has been tested to and continues to block dust after stirring for 8 hours in a testing device which contains dust particles that are up to 75 mm in diameter.

  • ³Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary. For Apple iOS devices, the system is compatible with iOS 10.0 or later. A BLUETOOTH connection is not available on the devices with iOS 9.x or earlier.

  • ⁴Requires download of Fiestable app for iPhone from the App Store or for Android from Google Play. User must link compatible devices in order to control operation. Subject to app terms and conditions. To use the Fiestable app you’ll need to download the Sony | Music Center app first.

  • ⁵Requires download of Sony Music Center app for iPhone from the App Store or for Android from Google Play. User must link compatible devices in order to control operation. Subject to app terms and conditions.

  • ⁶Only compatible between SRS-XB43, SRS-XB33, SRS-XB23. When watching movies using the Party Connect function, there may be a gap between video and audio.

  • ⁷This does not guarantee no damage, no breakdown, or waterproof and dust proof performance in all conditions. Deformation or damage from dropping the system or subjecting it to mechanical shock may cause deterioration of the waterproof and dust proof performance.

  • ⁸Voice assist function compatible with Android smartphone (Google App) or iPhone (Siri). Bluetooth® connection required.

  • ©2020 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, EXTRA BASS and its logos are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.

  • Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. The N Mark logo is a trademark of the NFC Forum, Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Specifications
  • Speaker Pairing
    Yes
    Voice Assistant Built-in
    No
    Speakerphone
    Yes
    Number of Microphones
    1
    Wireless
    Yes
    Rechargeable
    Yes
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love Sony speakers

    Great sound good long lasting charge, sound fills the room and sounds great especially for the price

    This review is from Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black

    Posted by Emilio

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great small portable speaker

    I currently have a smaller portable bluetooth speaker that I use outdoors when doing yard work or washing my truck. While this speaker sounds pretty good, I wanted something bigger that would offer better sound both in the high end, but especially in the bass area where my smaller really lacked in the bass department. Enter the new Sony SRS-XB23 portable bluetooth speaker. This speaker is twice the size as my older speaker unit. The Sony measures 8 1/2 inches high by 2 7/8 wide. It's lightweight at 1.3 pounds, so it's very easy to carry with you if on a walk or hiking using the attached lanyard which you can attach to your belt, back pack, or hanging from say a tree branch in your yard. And for someone like me who loves lots of bass in their music, this Sony SRS-XB23 offers an extra bass mode. The speaker comes in 5 different colors. Other features are dual full range speakers and dual passive radiators work in tandem to provide full rich bass sound. As mentioned above, there is also an attached lanyard, so you can hang if from about anywhere. While I have not run out of battery capacity, Sony claims the battery will last about 12 hours when fully charged. In the extra bass mode, Sony says the battery life drops to about 10 hours on a full charge. Sony says that it will take about 4 hours to charge the speaker with the included 18 inch USB type C cable. The cable does not have an adapter, so if you plug it into your computer to charge, it may take 4 hours to fully charge. I used an adapter to plug the USB type C cable into the wall, and it took 90 minutes to fully charge. I highly recommend that you download the Sony music center app to your phone (Android or Apple). By default, the Sony SRS-XB23 audio is in mono, even though you have two speakers. When you go into the Sony app, you can switch it to stereo mode, and when placing your speaker horizontally, your music will be in stereo. If you place your speaker standing vertically, it automatically goes back to mono. Other controls in the Sony app let you turn on the extra bass feature. A 3 band (bass, mid, treble) type equalizer. Select stereo or mono and feature called ClearAudio+. But if you use the ClearAudio+ feature, it will put your equalizer back to the factory specifications of flat. For my taste, I have the equalizer on with the extra bass enabled. The Sony SRS-XB23 comes with the lanyard attached, but easily removed if you wish and a short (18 inches) USB type C charging cable that you'll need to plug into a computer or using an adapter to plug it into the wall for faster charging. Overall, I highly recommend the Sony SRS-XB23 speaker for it audio qualities, especially when you use the Sony music center app to tweak the sound.

    This review is from Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black

    Posted by sdmarsh

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Bluetooth speaker

    This speaker is amazing super loud & really clear. When charging you do need a larger volt plug to charge faster

    This review is from Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black

    Posted by Cassie

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Bluetooth speaker with quality sound

    Great portable Bluetooth speaker with excellent sound quality, but a bit pricey, it sounded good I ended up purchasing a 2nd one to pair it together which is so cool, and it actually pairs as a left and right when synced together. Your capable of syncing up to 100 of these little speakers at once, but 2 seems to be fine at 100 bucks each. If you use these at full volume be sure to plug them in while doing so , because they will drain charge quickly, while plugged in they'll keep playing.

    This review is from Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black

    Posted by Rooster69

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the price.

    I loved this speaker it is so loud and the sound is so awesome!! I like the color too. I totally recommend this!!

    This review is from Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Coral Red

    Posted by Cyril

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Questions & Answers
  • This speaker doesn’t come with a charging block ?

    Hi Damien, this speaker does not come with an AC Power Adaptor. The built-in battery of the speaker can be charged when connected to an AC outlet via the supplied USB Type-C cable and a USB AC adaptor (commercially available). The speaker supports USB AC adaptors that are capable of delivering an output current of 1.5 A. Thanks! -Jess

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  • If my computer does not have bluetooth does it come with a cable to plug into the computer?

    Hi SantasElf, We appreciate your interest in the XB23. It comes only with a USB Cable and warranty card. We apologize, this unit doesn't feature an AUDIO IN jack. It is a Bluetooth only model. If you want to play music, you can use your smartphone and connect it via Bluetooth connection. You might want to consider getting the XB43, XB12, XB22, XB32, or the XB41 which do have 3.5mm in, but connecting an audio cable to this jack turns off sound output from the connected BLUETOOTH device. I hope this helps! Regards, Jess

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  • Is it OK to leave the SRS-XB23 plugged in continuously to a USB charger? It is going to remain in one place and I would prefer to keep it on AC power and not use the battery and have to keep charging it. Please let know. Thank you.

    Hi SonyFan, Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, it is safe to leave it plugged in 24/7 because charging stops when the Li-ion battery is full. A topping charge is only applied when the battery voltage drops to a certain level. To maximize battery life, however, it is better to not keep it plugged in. Environmental conditions, not cycling alone, govern the longevity of lithium-ion batteries. Do not charge in conditions too cold or too warm (below 41F or above 95F) When not in use, keep the device stored in a cool place, partially charged. Operating condition between 30 and 80 percent maximizes battery life. Lithium Ion batteries have no memory and are not degraded with partial discharges. The worst situation is keeping a fully charged battery at elevated temperatures. Hope this helps! Regards, Sam

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  • Can this speaker be laid flat stably (with all the buttons up)? The pictures seem like it's in a total cylinder shape.

    Hi Odokei, Thanks for your inquiry. The speaker can be placed either vertically or horizontally (multi-placement). Both of the XB23s speakers are facing the same direction so you can get true Left/Right separation like the artist intended. This also means, if you lay it flat it sounds just as good as it does standing up. That being said the speakers are opposite the controls and the overall design lends itself to having the controls on the bottom if laid flat. For example there is a small ridge on the charging port that helps it stay put and you can also place the carrying strap underneath for more stability. For more information on placing the speaker vertically/horizontally, refer to this link here: https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb23/v1/en/contents/TP0002845018.html Hope this helps, Jess

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  • If I sync multiple 33s using party, leave them plugged in and in Bluetooth standby mode, will I be able to connect to any speaker at any time via Bluetooth, and they will all play in sync? Or do I manually have to re-sync all the speakers each time?

    Hi Mulberry, Thanks for your inquiry! Yes, the XB23 will auto connect to the first Bluetooth signal it sees. The unit must be on in order to do this. You can turn “Auto Standby” mode off and leave the unit plugged in while you are out. The Party Connect function is terminated when the speaker is turned off and needs to establish the Party Connect function again to play in sync. I hope this helps. Regards, Erin

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