Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- SRSXG500
- SKU:
- 10095871
Rating by feature
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Range
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
to a friend
Versatile, Durable, Booming Bluetooth Speaker
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony SRS-XG500 Portable Bluetooth Speaker is an epitome of this generation’s boombox. The overall presentation of the XG500 is crisp. The design is sleek, with a durable mesh fabric surrounding. The handle is sturdy, and thick enough to easily grab and feel comfortable. The size of the speaker is larger than I initially expected, reflecting a boombox. However, it is lightweight enough that you may easily walk around carrying the speaker in one hand or on the shoulder for the throwback. There is a rubber covered panel that encloses the ports of the speaker – including DC in, 2 USB connects – one for play and charging the other for charging, an audio, and then a mic/guitar. This panel is easy to access and stays attached so there is no part to keep track of. On the front, is the button panel including power, Bluetooth connect button, play/stop, volume up/down, and mega-bass on/off. The speaker also has ambient LED lighting on each end in a crisp circle outlining the design. Overall a professional, rugged but clean presentation. The XG500 is quick to connect to Bluetooth (Wireless!). At first, within the first 5-10mins of use there were momentary interruptions of my connection but since then, I have used the speaker for many hours and have not had this issue. I feel there could have been an update or some type of interference, because even from my phone in different rooms of the house I have not had the issue. Since that initial hiccup, sound quality has been superb. There have been no further interruptions in sound output, and overall, the sound is crisp and beautiful. The speaker sound quality is comparable to professional speakers as expected from Sony. Minimum sound of the speaker is ambient, and full sound is quite impressive. Easily going from room to room of a house, and able to be heard outside in a local area. This is absolutely what I would love to take to a beach. The speaker provides a booming, deep base that is enhanced during mega-bass mode. You can feel the vibrations, which I absolutely prefer. If you find the base is too much, simple toggle on/off of the mega-bass can be done by button or app. Speaking of which… the durability of construction for the XG500 allows for various use. The XG500 is sand proof – so beach? Absolutely. In my mind, soundproof means dirt proof, so outside adventures are a go. Also, waterproof, meaning the pool or beach is not off limit. No need to be afraid where you take this speaker. One note is that the speaker is not water “pressure” proof – so do not submerge or take directly into the water. But hey, still quite versatile. The battery life is quite impressive. The speaker boasts 30hours of charge, which I assume depends on sound level. I was able to use this during a whole day of packing on 1 charge while having the volume loud enough to hear through a two-bedroom apartment. If charged the night before, I would very-well assume this could last a whole day out and about. There is also quick charging, with 10 minutes providing 3 hours of playback. Sony also implemented a Battery care feature to improve overall battery health and life span, which I appreciate as someone whose phone dies extremely quick. This Bluetooth speaker can easily outlast my phone – which, to quickly touch on the speaker can receive media through audio input or USB meaning just because one phone dies, does not mean the music must stop. Oh… and that USB port? Can be used to CHARGE a phone. How nifty that the phone doesn’t have to die if you’ve got the table and the music doesn’t have to stop! The microphone input, although not included, may be used for announcements or karaoke! All around a great feature. And the mic input may also be used with a guitar as an amp. Quite versatile and party friendly. There are two apps associated with the XG500. The Sony Music Center app and the Fiestable app. The Fiestable app was more important to me, as this allows for control of the LED lighting. The Sony Music Center app allows for control of the speaker with the phone, I used Spotify mainly for music, so the Music Center app was not too important to me with my main use to toggle on/off mega-bass. Overall the apps could use an overhaul in my opinion, but they get the job done as there is nothing wrong with them just not totally aesthetically appealing. Overall, I am proud to know that I have THE speaker for small events. May it be an outdoor BBQ, indoor chilling (or group packing as in my recent case), a day at the beach, or any other need for music – one can rely on the XG500. With a long battery life, one need not worry about if it is freshly charged but with a fresh charge the music can flourish. The versatility of this Bluetooth speaker is quite impressive, and I believe the simple word speaker does not do this product justice.
I would recommend this to a friendBest purchase
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome speaker, i love it. I take it everywhere, connectivity is easy sound is amazing!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DaMomma, you've made an excellent choice! We're very happy to hear you love the portability, easy Bluetooth pairing, and amazing sound quality of your new Sony speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
Great for a while
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great speaker. Lasted us a while. A little over a year of using this unit it started shutting itself off at random. Best buy took great care of us.
I would recommend this to a friendIf you love the best, forget the rest. Get a SONY!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A very nice speaker. The sound is high quality and perfect for a day at the beach or park where one can let the music flow. Very satisfied with this Sony product. I also own the XV900 and 700. Rock it Sony!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kmannmusic, Thank you for giving the SRSXG500 a perfect rating! We're glad you like the powerful sound this unit delivers. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Great speaker!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Loving it! I can’t wait to use it in all the plans that I have for it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Carlos, That's Great! You've made an excellent choice. We're pretty sure you're going the enjoying the amazing sound quality and overall features of your new speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. You won't be disappointed! Enjoy! -Sam
Best product
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Totally satisfied with this product. Sound quality is the best
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sonysspeaker, Awesome! We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the audio quality of your new speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin
mr
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.i take out side when doing yard work and gardening love sound and safe easy to carry
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi john, Great! We're thrilled to hear you love the powerful sound and easy-to-carry design of your new speaker especially when used outdoors. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
Amazing
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing speaker that lasts all day use! Charges relatively fast which is very nice.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kyle, That's amazing! We're delighted to hear you like your new SRS-XG500 and you're enjoying the excellent battery life and overall features of the speaker. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
All day listening
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very good sound system. Highly recommended for beach trips
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Lionheart88,
Amazing! We are truly delighted to hear you are satisfied with the incredible sound quality, long-lasting battery life for all day listening, and superb performance of the SRS-XG500.
The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go.
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
Sony speaker
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The speaker has one of the greatest quality of audio i have ever heard, the bass boost is one of my favorite options to hear my music boost
I would recommend this to a friendThe durability of the battery isn’t great
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It completely stopped working after a year it doesn’t turn on or nothing
I would recommend this to a friendSony Speaker
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great purchase. I would buy it again if I needed another speaker.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Laptop, Awesome! We're very happy to hear that you're satisfied with your purchase. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thanks for choosing Sony and we're looking forward to your next purchase! -Sam
SEKI
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds really good and easy to Carry around.... Comes with the Mic for Karaoke...
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CHIEF, Great! We're delighted to hear you love the portability and karaoke feature of your new Sony Bluetooth speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
Boombox
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really good portable speaker. The sound is so clear and loud. I use all the time!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dustin, that's amazing! We're very happy to hear you're enjoying the powerful and clear sound quality of your new Sony speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
Perfect for a back yard party
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great soundtrack, took it to Jamaica for back yard party
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Audrey, Fantastic! Good to know you're enjoying your Sony SRSXG500 speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
The best
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing, great to have a good day on the beach, the best .
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Criss, Awesome! We're pleased to hear you're enjoying your new Sony SRSXG500. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
Yeet
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great speaker, durable for workplace. Has worked well since i got it!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Doomer,
Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear that you like the durable design of the speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Worth it
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This Sony speaker is well worth the price. It sounds great and is also stylish.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Moni,
Thank you for the 5-star rating and we are glad you like the sound quality of the speaker. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
David
Great speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This thing is awesome! The sound, the quality and the looks of it is great!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ferman, that's amazing! We're thrilled you like the combination of great design and exceptional sound quality of your new speaker. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant, and Dustproof rating, 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
Loud
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product, was very loud for it's size would definitely recommend
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Marc,
Great! We're glad that you like the sound quality of the speaker. The SRS-XG500 is perfect for taking a powerful sound outside. The combination of the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, High-efficiency Tweeter, and passive radiators deliver a crisp and clear sound whether you’re listening in an indoor space or outside. Plus, with a durable exterior, an IP66 Water-resistant and Dustproof rating (Dustproof and Water-resistant are effective only when the cap is closed), up to 30-hour battery life, and an easy-to-hold handle, you can take it almost wherever you want to go. Thanks for choosing Sony!
-Ralph