Customer Ratings & Reviews

Hi television, Wow!~We're glad to hear that you are happy with this XB23 EXTRA BASS™ Portable Wireless Speaker. Compact, lightweight, and easy to carry, the SRS-XB23 combines a punchy bass sound with a tough, durable, go-anywhere design. Enjoy deep, punchy sound wherever you like with your EXTRA BASS™. Thank you for choosing Sony. Jay

Hi jreycad,

We're glad that you like the volume and bass quality of the speaker. You can use the Sony Music Center app's equalizer function to tailor-fit the sound quality to your needs. This may help improve your experience. Please refer to this link for more information:
https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb23/v1/en/contents/TP0002741525.html

We hope you continue to enjoy the amazing features of the speaker. The XB23 is IP67 waterproof, rustproof, dustproof, and shockproof, with up to 12 hours of battery life, so your music never gets left behind. Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging, and control sound settings with the Sony | Music Center app. Thanks for choosing Sony!

-Ralph

Hi Danielt, Its great to know that your wife is enjoying her XB23. The XB23 is rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof resistant with up to 12 hours of battery life so your music never gets left behind Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging and control sound settings with the Sony Music Center app. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin

Hi Gloria5132, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad to hear you live the great sound quality and compact size of your new portable Bluetooth speaker. The XB23 is rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof resistant with up to 12 hours of battery life so your music never gets left behind Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging and control sound settings with the Sony Music Center app. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam

Hi Db348050, Amazing! We're glad that you like the sound and touch quality of your speaker. The XB23 is rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof resistant with up to 12 hours of battery life so your music never gets left behind Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging and control sound settings with the Sony Music Center app. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin

Hi Indiorabioso, You definitely made the right choice! We're glad to know you're happy and satisfied with your purchase! Good to know you're enjoying the features and amazing sound quality of the speaker. The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and salt water resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either. Thank you so much for choosing Sony! -Jess

Hi Savior, Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear about your excellent experience with your new XB23 EXTRA BASS™ Portable BLUETOOTH® Speaker! Good to know you're happy and satisfied with the amazing sound quality and features of the unit. The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and salt water resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess

Hi Bjackson, That's fantastic! Thank you for the 5-star review of your XB23 EXTRA BASS™ Portable BLUETOOTH® Speaker. We are very happy to hear you are pleased with your purchase and you like the great sound quality of your new speaker. Compact, lightweight, and easy to carry, the SRS-XB23 combines punchy bass sound with a tough, durable, go-anywhere design. As a music loving company, sound quality is our top priority. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and salt water resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess

Hi 20MG,

Thank you for the positive feedback. The SRS-XB23 has undergone extensive shock testing to make sure it can withstand the inevitable knocks, bumps and scrapes that come with everyday use. Even if you drop it, the SRS-XB23 will keep on working. It also has an IP67 rating which makes the speaker dustproof, waterproof, rustproof and washable

Regards,
David

Hi Shelly, Great! Thank you for the awesome feedback! We're glad you're enjoying the overall sound quality of the speaker. The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and saltwater resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess

Hi Whatsadisplayname,

Thanks for sharing your experience so far with your new SRS-XB23 speaker. While we're glad to hear you like the sound quality and easy Bluetooth pairing, we regret to know that you're not having the best experience with these speakers. We value your input and appreciate the feedback

If the Bluetooth function doesn't work when selecting your model from the Speaker & Group setting, perform the Bluetooth connection from the settings of your smartphone.

Before operating the speaker, make sure that all speakers to be connected within 1 m (3.2 ft) of the device. After connecting multiple speakers, perform the pairing procedure between a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker in which the(BLUETOOTH) indicator is flashing in blue. Connect the second speaker within 1 minute. After 1 minute or more, the speaker setting is canceled.

- Bring the BLUETOOTH device closer to the speaker. If there is any obstacle between the speaker and the BLUETOOTH device, move it out of the way.
- When using the Stereo Pair function or Party Connect function, if any other BLUETOOTH device(s) such as a BLUETOOTH mouse or BLUETOOTH keyboard is connected to the BLUETOOTH device, terminate the connection between them.
- Select “Priority on stable connection (SBC)” over sound quality.

Devices compatible with the Party Connect function are the following: SRS-XB23, SRS-XB33, SRS-XB43.

Note: You cannot connect Wireless Party Chain supported wireless speaker models in combination with Party Connect supported models.

For more information, you may find this link helpful: https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb23/v1/en/contents/TP0002800284.html

Thanks for sharing your feedback and for choosing Sony!

Regards,
Jess

Hi Buddypug, Excellent! Thank you for sharing such an excellent shopping experience of your SRSXB23. We're thrilled to know that you like the amazing sound quality, reasonable price, and overall performance of the speaker. The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and salt water resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either. Thank you so much for the 5-stars review & feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess

Hi LaurenJimoh, Awesome! we're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying your Bluetooth Speaker. The XB23 is rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof resistant with up to 12 hours of battery life so your music never gets left behind Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging and control sound settings with the Sony Music Center app. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin

Hi Lovetoshop, We're very grateful for this positive feedback! The XB23 is rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof resistant with up to 12 hours of battery life so your music never gets left behind Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging and control sound settings with the Sony Music Center app. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam

Hi Nancy, Thank you for the 5-star rating and awesome feedback! We're glad to hear your son is enjoying the incredible sound quality of our XB23 EXTRA BASS™ Portable BLUETOOTH® Speaker. The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and saltwater resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess

Hi Banks, Awesome! We're very happy to hear you appreciate the sound quality and overall performance of your SRSXB23. We appreciate the recommendation. The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and salt water resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess

Hi Nick, Awesome! We're very pleased to hear you appreciate the great audio quality of your new portable speaker. The XB23 is rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof resistant with up to 12 hours of battery life so your music never gets left behind Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging and control sound settings with the Sony Music Center app. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam

Hi Sams, thank you so much for the great review of your XB23! We are pleased to hear that you are satisfied with your purchase. Go anywhere with full, crisp sound in a lightweight, stylish design. The XB23 is IP67 waterproof, rustproof, dustproof, and shockproof, with up to 12 hours of battery life, so your music never gets left behind. Keep the good times going with super-efficient USB-C charging, and control sound settings with the Sony | Music Center app. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin

Hi Superdave, That's really cool! We're very happy to hear you appreciate the great sound quality of your SRSXB23. We appreciate the recommendation. The SRS-XB23 speaker features EXTRA BASS for a deep, punchy sound and with a battery that can last up to 12 hours. The newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit in the XB23 achieves high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience. The speaker is also waterproof and salt water resistant—so you've no worries using it by the sea or the pool—and there's no problem washing it either. Thanks for sharing your feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess