Customer Ratings & Reviews

I live in an 2bdr apartment. I have never played this super-loud at any time. I needed a speaker that was clear, and had great sound at low volumes. I think it has decent bass with the BassBoost button activated, as I expect a punch when I have hip-hop & rap on. I cant speak on the louder, party-like capabilities, but for the few seconds I “cranked” it, definitely loud highs, and the bass is respectable. For the price, if you can score it for $220 or less, its a no-brainer- I have realistic expectations.Looks premium, fair sound for the $$...I would buy again. Make sure to download the Sony MusicPlayer app to control the lights, power & other functions from your phone. My bluetooth played fine through walls anywhere in my apartment too. Android phone had a supereasy connection, iPhone was slightly irritable, but worked eventually. You will need aux cord to connect to tv as well. Very short power cord, which was surprising. Easy operation & well-made. It’s cool overall.

I was hesitant to purchase because I seen a few people say the sound was bad or not loud at all. Clearly, we didn’t purchase the same item. I haven’t even tried it on MAX yet and my house shakes!!! I love it. I wish is was wireless but I got it on sale for $200. I really can’t complain for this quality. I bought this to anger my neighbors off because they’re rude. Tested it out two days ago and I LOVE all the dirty looks l get! It’s worth every penny y’all!!

If you’re looking for bass this is the best box trust me! The souls is crystal clear and the lights amazing great for your entertainment!

Overview: The XB72 is a more than competent portable speaker. The Good: Sound quality on this thing is tremendous. There are 6 speakers on the unit: 4 tweeters and 2 medium size ones. The bass is “extra”, as advertised. Set up is relatively easy, but be prepared to download a Sony app on your smartphone if you want to use Bluetooth. Other input options are FM radio, USB, Mic in. The LED and strobe lights on this are a nice touch and can be configured to be used with about 8 or 9 different modes, ranging from “rave” (which is crazy as the name implies) to a much more relaxed “chill” setting. The speaker is also relatively light for its size. It does need a power source, though, so be prepared to plug the 3 pronged power cord into an outlet of some type. You can party chain multiple units of this model together to create a larger soundscape, which is a great future. The Bad: The UI on Sony’s app for this device isn’t that well designed. Recommended? Yes.

I like it. The speaker sounds great. It gets pretty loud and is still clear at high volume. You can pair it wirelessly with other Sony products. I found out though that with FM stereo play, you cannot wirelessly send to other speakers. There are RCA jacks so it will still connect with stereo. When using a music app you can stream wireless to other sony speakers and it works well once you figure out the order of what buttons to push first to connect. Easy to use. The lights are a cool touch. It also has a mic jack, So karaoke from you tube with an iPad.

I really enjoy this Sony sound system. It's very easy to use and the sound quality is very good. Easily moved from place to place if needed. Bluetooth ready and easy to connect to other Bluetooth devices.

Wish it had a echo effect. But it works great for what we do. Will pick up a second one for movie nights. Produces a great bass note as well.

Great sound and clear radio transmissions, the bass is very distinctive and very loud .

Great speaker! Play music pretty loud if you’re in the partying mood! It’s definitely gonna be a hit when we have people over at our house. Only downside is I wish it didn’t have to be plugged in to play music

It looks great!!! The sound is amazing and it is really easy to use with the smartphone App.

Good product to hangout in the park for the house o park

Was skeptical about the price until I got home and turned it on. The sound is amazing for anywhere or any time. Easily accessible from your phone with available apps on any phone. Glad I bought it and definitely would suggest buying one for any music lover.

Absolutely incredible sounds!!!! Replaced my shop stereo system and got rid of all the speaker wires. This unit is the BOMB..... Should have purchased on many moons ago! Thank you SONY for an amazing product

At first glance, the $350 launch price seemed a bit daunting to me, but I quickly realized that this speaker is a much better value than a lot of the smaller counter-top Bluetooth speakers offered by companies such as Bose or Marshall.  This speaker is a true beast!  Not only does it offer monstrous sound and thumping bass, but it is truly versatile.  The speaker looks great standing next to an entertainment center and also works very well as a party speaker. The speaker is easy to set up and simple to use.  While Sony tries to force the use of their Music Center App, it seems at least some of the time the typical Bluetooth pairing will get you up and running.  But, if you are having trouble pairing - you will want to connect specifically through the Sony app (which does work quite well).  The app is also the easiest way to control the various lights - providing color & flash/strobe options. It is worth noting that this speaker is not made for mounting.  If you are a DJ, or are purchasing this speaker for use at events, there is no easy way to mount to a pole or hang on a wall.  This speaker will either be standing vertically, or laying horizontally (having rubber feet for both options).  Multiple speakers can synch via Bluetooth, but the shape of the speaker tilts upwards and is not a perfect box - meaning that speakers are not easy to stack (vertically or horizontally).  Outdoor use can be cumbersome as the speaker is not water resistant and as the cord is only 5 feet long.  The volume is loud enough to set the speaker anywhere, but because this speaker puts on a light show - you actually want it to be seen.  I suggest having an extension cord handy. Interestingly, while the cabinet appears to have a tweeter in all 4 corners, there are actually only 3 (each 2 inches in size).  The 4th tweeter is non-functioning and simply makes the speaker look balanced visually.  When the speaker is standing vertically, only the top two tweeters play audio.  When the speaker is laid down horizontally, the speaker automatically adjusts moving the audio to what then becomes the top two tweeters. I tested the speaker outdoors - as I intend to use it for summer BBQs and block parties.  The speaker had absolutely no trouble filling our entire cul-de-sac with clear audio and decent bass. I truly am impressed by how well this speaker works both indoors and out.  (Just keep in mind that it is not waterproof.)  It functions well at both low & high volumes.  The live music function is a noticeable change, but can leave the vocals sounding hollow & distant.  I appreciate that it is an option, but I would assume that most people will want to leave the audio unaltered. While the Bluetooth is generally convenient, the connection quickly cuts out if it does not have direct line of sight.  30 feet of wireless range may seem like plenty of space, but at a block party, on a dance floor, or even inside the house - this is fairly limited.  Keep in mind that you will not be able to wander away from the speaker - the phone will need to stay near by.  And, this model does not have any slot to hold your phone/tablet.  The speaker also does not have a standard 3.5mm audio input.  Instead, it has the red & white component input (and output).  You may be able to use the 1/4" microphone input (if you have an adapter), but that is probably not the best option as your main audio input.  …If you don’t want to worry about wireless range (or worry about your phone ringing through the speaker in the middle of a party), using the radio is also an option that works well. The colored LED lights work well and look quite nice.  I appreciate that the LED strips are no longer located behind the wire mesh.  They are now unobstructed & nicely frame the speaker.  By default, the lights continue to cycle even when the audio is not playing, but the lights can be controlled with both a physical button and also within the app.  The white strobe lights are less impressive as they are really not all that bright.   I do wish the speaker could be powered by an internal battery – even if it was only a couple of hours, but overall I think this speaker is a great value and is conveniently versatile.  If its physical bulk does not bother you, it is worth purchasing.  And, if you want to save some money, previous models are still sold for a lot less. Pros: + Works well both indoors and out + Audio remains crisp & clear even at high volumes + Noticeably rich bass boost + NFC (Near Field Communication) feature makes pairing (via Bluetooth 4.2) very easy + Speaker automatically adjusts which two tweeters are used to play audio (depending on if the speaker is standing vertically, or lying horizontally) + 1/4" inch Microphone Input allows the speaker to be used for karaoke, or to make announcements at an event + Microphone has its own volume knob + Built in pin-hole microphone works decently for answering phone calls + Two built in Handles (top & bottom) aid in carrying + Lights are easily controlled via Sony Connect App (both color & flashing options) + Multiple speakers can connect wirelessly via Bluetooth + Light colors sync up when multiple speakers are linked + Can play via Bluetooth or from files on a USB memory stick + Multiple audio sources (phones/tablets) can be linked simultaneously Cons: - No optical input - No battery - No bracket or attachment to aid in mounting - Heavy (about 26 lbs) - No slot for holding phone, or tablet - No Remote Control (which was included in previous models) - Not water resistant or water proof - White Strobe Lights are not very bright - Speaker's shape does not allow them to be easily stacked - Cord is only 5 feet long (which can make it difficult to use outdoors) - Bluetooth range is problematic. 30 feet is only with perfect line of sight. - Live Music mode (at times) leaves music sounding hollow and vocals sounding distant & muted - Fiestable App is slow, unimpressive, and not worth using

by owning too XB 41 too xb60 too xb90 and and now xb72 believe the reviews it's second in line right under xb90 by it being a plug-in makes it being utilized everyday wonderful especially with the radio

I love these speakers, not enough bass, great solutions for connect in chain up 4pcs

Great sound, a disadvantage that it has to be connected to the electricity and the lights is not turned off

Definitely makes you feel like you’re a dj!! Cool lights

When there's a party this is the speaker to have, one sounds impressive and with party chain multiple ones would rock! The “extra bass” designation definitely fits with this one, because you can definitely feel the bass. It won’t knock pictures off the wall, but if you live in an apartment your neighbors will probably complain! I haven’t heard another Bluetooth speaker at this price with this kinda bass. This speaker has no problem with rap, R&B or other bass heavy music. It’s big and it’s a little heavy but the handle makes moving it easy. I love the fact that it has a radio tuner, something that makes this more of a whole home audio system that’s easy to move. You access the fm radio thru the Sony app, which you use also to control the lights and other functions. The lights have 12 different settings or can be turned off completely. The speaker feels well built and solid. With the app you can turn the speaker off, but you can’t turn it on, this would be my one knock. Portable Bluetooth speaker...or home audio system, this one definitely blurs the line. As long as I had a power source I’d have no problem taking this one with me. Very good sound, nice bass and cool lights, this is my speaker for summer cookouts and party’s on the deck!

Love my new speaker, originally I was under the impression that it was a bit smaller so when I received a big box I was very surprised! Other than that this is perfect for parties! Sound is amazing and it is portable! I love that the charger is not bulky and the speaker is not so heavy, it can be carried easily. Connecting to Bluetooth was very easy for me I had no problems. I love the lights and love the different colors. I would definitely recommend this to a friend.