Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- MHCV71
- SKU:
- 6292082
Rating by feature
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Range
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers admire the V71 High-Power Audio System's exceptional sound quality, impressive light show, and surprisingly easy operation. Many appreciate its powerful volume and bass, along with convenient features like Bluetooth connectivity and a CD player. While some find the price and weight to be drawbacks, the overall positive feedback highlights its suitability for parties and karaoke. The system's extensive features and powerful performance are frequently praised.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Fire !
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s fire ! My husband is obsessed with it ! There are so many interactive things to do also !
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Obsessed, That's awesome! We're happy to hear your purchase went well and you like the impressive performance and overall features of the speaker. This speaker features a splash proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, it also features football mode for a new type of game watching experience, and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features to give you party a boost you can also pair up to 50 of the V71 and with Taiko Game mode put your rhythm to the test. Thank you for sharing this superb review of your V71! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
This thing is huge....
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.First off, this thing is huge! The FedEx guy actually carried it in the door for me and set it down. That said there are good things about this unit and a few bad things. First the good. This beast has casters to roll it around. It has rear wheels so you can move it like a dolly. It takes a bit of a tilt to get it to roll and it's not the most comfortable position, but it works and that's a bonus. The instructions state to roll it or carry it by the rear handle and right above the subwoofer. The sides have indents that look like handles and seem to work for a quick adjustment, but the manual doesn't refer to these as handles. Bluetooth and NFC worked flawlessly with my original Google Pixel. It paired up nicely and I was using the Sony Music Center app to play IHeartRadio, songs from my library and Pandora. I had a couple of hiccups while listening to Pandora and I don't know if it was the network, pairing or Pandora, but IHeartRadio and my library played beautifully. That brings up sound and this unit sound really good. The subwoofer is close to 12 inches with 2" cone tweeters and 4.75" cone midrange speakers. I've only turned it up to 34 and I was waiting for my neighbors to say something...they know better than to bang on my door or tell me how to live on my own property, lol. I think if I raised it much more, I'd be replacing windows throughout the house. I tested the CD-Rom player and like the Bluetooth apps, the music sounded great. I played a live version of Bruce Springsteen's 75-85 cd. The River, Cover Me, and I'm on Fire never sounded so good. I guess I've gotten used to hearing music over my 5.1 surround sound. Having a setup dedicated to audio sounds much better. The clear highs and the heavy bass works. There is a bass boost and I tried it. It sounds good, but I didn't need it. I can tell there will be days that I'll use it based on my listening mood. What else. There's an FM tuner and I must say, it works decent for a wire out of the back. It picks up a few local stations and if I can figure out a better antenna or this one not taped up the wall, I imagine it would be just fine. Oh, the lights. Yeah, there pretty cool. If they're not your thing, it's okay, you can turn them off. It was just me listening so not really a party atmosphere. I bet they are great with a group of people. Fire it up out back with the gas grill going and a few beers or sitting in the spa. Being able to use an Android or iOS phone makes that a breeze. Other features include the splash proof top. All the controls are either remote or on top of the unit, so having it protected from liquids is a wonderful feature. They state it has a spread sound generator that covers the area so that regardless where guests stand, they hear the music with the same clarity as someone standing next to the unit. There's the Taiko mod where you can tap the top of the unit to bang with the beat. I doubt this will get used much on this unit, but it's a gimmick and an additional party favor. You can use hand gestures with the unit. Hovering your hand over the control pad and moving it up, down, clockwise or counterclockwise has it do different actions. It depends what mode you are in (eg. Karaoke, Dj, controls etc.) Another party favor, but fun to try out. The few disappointments. The worst was assembly. This thing must have been a Monday morning or Friday afternoon build. Top top control pad was off center. The top right side was sticking out over the rest of the unit. I went to unscrew the dozen or so screws I felt needed to come off so I could place it on correctly and one of the screws in the back wasn't there. I figured I could find one in my garage, but no, the whole tab was missing, it was just a hole. Someone obviously set the top on wrong and the screw snapped when they assembled the rest. I was able to lift the top a bit and slide it in place. There was a small tab use to line up the panels that needed to be put inside the cab, not outside. I then screwed it back on sans one screw and tada, looks like it should. Another thing is some of the settings take a bit of getting used to. They require multiple presses to change function and the lag and lack of knowing which one you are currently on is a bit of a pain. It works, just have to take it slow and have patiences. My only other comment or gripe is the remote. It's a nice remote, typical Sony. This unit is mobile and you need the remote...so where to store it. Nowhere, that's where. There's a groove on the top where it would be nice to rest it on it's side, but it's too thick. How about all that empty back side. A pocket would have been very helpful, but alas...nada. I'll most likely fashion something, but Sony should add remote storage to the three models. It just makes sense. That said, I'd recommend this to anyone that enjoys entertaining friends and family with music in the background or as the main feature. It would be great to set up a playlist, lock the touchpad and let it run. The light show could make the patio a dancefloor and I'm sure everyone would want to borrow it. Better yet, have them buy one and you can create a chain of speakers via bluetooth. There's the ability to connect up to 50 units and sync them to play together. You can even pair up multiple smartphones so guests can play songs too. Too much...sorry. Lastly, the things I haven't tried yet. Football mode. You can connect it to you tv and experience narration on/off or crowd noise. I'll see this Sunday. There is a mic connector and a mic/guitar connector. You can sing along solo or as a duo. The guitar plugin allows you to play along. That's pretty much what I've discovered about the unit so far. I just think it sounds great and would be a wonderful addition to any party.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RandallFlagg, Sony takes into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products and services. We're always looking to make Sony better. We appreciate your time sharing this feedback. Regards, ^Ron
Speaker
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The product was very stylish. It worked great!!! Pricing was a little high but overall satisfied.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Headphones, Awesome! We're glad to hear you like the stylish design, and overall features of your new Audio System with Bluetooth. This speaker features a splash proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, it also features football mode for a new type of game watching experience, and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. . Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features To give you party a boost you can also pair up to 50 of the V71 and with Taiko Game mode put your rhythm to the test. Thank You for choosing Sony. -Sam
Awesome
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Hubby loved it!! Had it for about a year now, battery last forever which is great!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Elizabeth, That's really awesome! We are thrilled to know that you husband loved your new Sony audio system. This speaker features a splash-proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, but it also features football mode for a new type of game-watching experience, and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. . Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features To give you party a boost you can also pair up to 50 of the V71 and with Taiko Game mode put your rhythm to the test. Thank You for choosing Sony. Vincent
speaker
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.the best...............................................
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CTEIX, Thank you so much for the awesome review! We love to see our products in action! We are so glad you are pleased with the performance of your MHC-V71! This speaker features a splash proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, it also features football mode for a new type of game watching experience, and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features. Enjoy your speaker and thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
Sony & Best Buy
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This System I Purchased is Highly Recommended I Love Sony Products yet Best Buy as a whole...
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Magic! Awesome! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with our V71 with LIVE sound and 360 lights. We are really glad to hear you love our products! The V71 features a splash-proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, but it also features football mode for a new type of game-watching experience and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features To give your party a boost you can also pair up to 50 of the V71 and with Taiko Game mode put your rhythm to the test.
Thank you so much for recommending our MHCV71 and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
Great Speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I recommend this speaker to any one that wants to be the party starter. The one thing I would change about this speaker is the wheels should be larger. To make transporting it easier.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bigstu,
Thanks for the recommendation and we appreciate your honest feedback. Please be assured we take this feedback very seriously and continuously strive to improve our products. Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
David
- Pros mentioned:Lights
Needs more bass
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Loved the lights but didn’t have the bass we thought it should have so we returned it.
I would recommend this to a friend Sony-V71 high power speaker
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My husband loves his Sony V71 speaker. And he also show it off to everyone that come over to our house
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Elisa,
Thank you for sharing this positive review of the MHCV71. We are happy that your husband loves it. This speaker features a splash proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, it also features football mode for a new type of game watching experience, and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. . Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features To give you party a boost you can also pair up to 50 of the V71 and with Taiko Game mode put your rhythm to the test. Thank You for choosing Sony and have a nice day!
Regards,
David
Sounds play from speakers!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It makes noise. I'm not sure how to connect it to other speakers. But much noise!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ejitzk,
We're sorry about the issue you're having. Noise may result if the system and the BLUETOOTH mobile phone are too close. Place the BLUETOOTH mobile phone further if noise is heard. Move the system away from sources of noise. Check the guidelines below if there is severe hum or noise.
• Connect the system to a different wall outlet.
• Install a noise filter (not supplied) to the AC power cord (mains lead).
• Turn off surrounding electrical equipment.
• The noise generated by the cooling fans of the system may be heard when the system is turned on. This is not a malfunction.
• Move the unit away from the neon signs or fluorescent light.
You can connect another speaker to the unit. However, the speakers must be compatible with the wireless/wired party chain function. The MHC-V71 is compatible with the following models: XB60, XB90, XB72, XB21, XB22, XB31, XB32, XB41, XB12, MHC-V90, MHC, V77, MHC-V71, and the MHC-V21. For reference, see pages 36-43 from this link.
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/res/manuals/4735/3ce14310a60b8e237c02440d9a8637e2/47358511M.pdf
This speaker features a splash proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Hear clear, powerful sound in every corner of the party, and light up the night with 360° party lights. Then drum along to all your favorite tracks with Taiko mode, and even go head-to-head with friends to see who's got the rhythm. Thank you for your purchase! -Jess
Beast of a Speaker!!!
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Upcoming party and needed a reliable source for music.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AgeLessHulk,
You made the right choice! Hear clear, powerful sound in every corner of the party. This all-in-one high-powered stereo system brings LIVE SOUND to the dance floor and lights up the night with 360° party lights. Enjoy the party worry-free with the splash-proof control panel. Plug in two microphones - or one microphone and a guitar - to unleash your inner pop star. Thanks for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
Sony entertainment.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.High tech. Great performance. I love it. Multiple output for entertainment.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Henry, Thank you so much for the fantastic review of your V71 with LIVE sound and 360 lights! We're delighted to hear you are enjoying the impressive performance and multiple output of this unit that make your life more fun and entertaining. This speaker features a splash-proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, it also features football mode for a new type of game-watching experience and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features To give you party a boost you can also pair up to 50 of the V71 and with Taiko Game mode put your rhythm to the test. Thank you for your purchase and for the 5-star rating! -Jess
Sony stereo
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought a month ago my Sony stereo is excellent sound I am really enjoying my self and my relatives.
I would recommend this to a friendMy Sony
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Nice. Sony is the Best sound i recomend...........
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sonyforlife, Thanks for the positive feedback! We love to see our products in action! We are happy to hear your purchase went well and you are enjoying the exceptional sound quality of your V71 with LIVE sound and 360 lights. This speaker features a splash proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, it also features football mode for a new type of game watching experience, and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features To give you party a boost you can also pair up to 50 of the V71 and with Taiko Game mode put your rhythm to the test. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Jess
Excelente for a party…
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love the sound of this speaker is really good quality and easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jessica, Great! It's really amazing to hear you are enjoying the impressive performance, easy to use, and overall sound quality of your V71 with LIVE sound and 360 lights. This speaker features a splash proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, it also features football mode for a new type of game watching experience, and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features To give you party a boost you can also pair up to 50 of the V71 and with Taiko Game mode put your rhythm to the test. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
Great
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far love it havent completely learned all the features it has but so far I love the sound.
I would recommend this to a friendSpeaker
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.very. good product I recommend it to people who like fast delivery and good quality
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Musica, Thank you for sharing such an excellent shopping experience. We are glad that you are satisfied with your purchase. Good to hear that you appreciate the quality of this great High-Power Audio System. Your V71 with LIVE sound and 360 lights features a splash proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, it also features football mode for a new type of game watching experience, and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features To give you party a boost you can also pair up to 50 of the V71 and with Taiko Game mode put your rhythm to the test. We appreciate the recommendation. Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review and for choosing Sony! -Jess
radio
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony did it with this radio led lights looks good in any front room
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi John, we're glad you lighting feature of our product. This speaker features a splash proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, it also features football mode for a new type of game watching experience, and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. . Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features To give you party a boost you can also pair up to 50 of the V71 and with Taiko Game mode put your rhythm to the test. Thank You for choosing Sony. Thank you for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Should be wireless
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome speaker, the specs are great. But the downfall is it’s not chargeable, but be plugged in for use :(
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Emer,
Thank you so much for your review.
We are thrilled to hear you are satisfied with the superb features and functionality of our V71 with LIVE sound and 360 lights.
We are sorry if the V71 doesn't feature a rechargeable battery for a wireless playback. We greatly appreciate your feedback.
This speaker features a splash proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, it also features football mode for a new type of game watching experience, and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features To give you party a boost you can also pair up to 50 of the V71 and with Taiko Game mode put your rhythm to the test.
Thank you so much for your purchase and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
Love it
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My husband loves it. It was a late Christmas gift but it was well worth the wait.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Gina, Thanks for the positive feedback! Good to know that these speakers were a great gift for your husband. It's nice to hear your investment is worth it and your husband is enjoying the features and overall performance of our V71 with LIVE sound and 360 lights. This speaker features a splash proof panel and easy tilt and roll for portability. Not only is this speaker great for music, it also features football mode for a new type of game watching experience, and connections for easy guitar or mic for karaoke. Be sure to download the Sony Music Center app to control your music and sound settings, & the Fiestable app to take charge of karaoke and speaker lighting features To give you party a boost you can also pair up to 50 of the V71 and with Taiko Game mode put your rhythm to the test. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess