Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Taupe
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Description
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.
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 devices.
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.
What's Included
- Sony SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- USB cable
- Owner's manual
Manuals & Guides
- Quick Start Guide
Key Specs
- Speaker PairingYes
- Voice Assistant Built-inNo
- SpeakerphoneYes
- Number of Microphones1
- Wireless Range98.4 feet
- WirelessYes
- Connectivity TechnologyBluetooth
- Water ResistantYes
- RechargeableYes
- Battery Life12 hours
- USB Device ChargingYes
General
- Product NameSRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- BrandSony
- CompatibilityUniversal
- Model NumberSRSXB23/C
- ColorTaupe
- Color CategoryTan
Audio
- High Resolution AudioYes
- Number Of Speakers1
- Number Of Tweeters Included0
- Number Of Midranges Included0
- Number Of Woofers Included0
- Minimum Frequency Response20 hertz
- Maximum Frequency Response20000 hertz
- Speaker PairingYes
- Radio TunerNo
Voice
- Voice Assistant Built-inNo
- SpeakerphoneYes
- Built-In MicrophoneYes
- Number of Microphones1
Connectivity
- Wireless Multi-Room AudioNo
- Wireless Range98.4 feet
- WirelessYes
- Connectivity TechnologyBluetooth
- Bluetooth Version5.0
- Bluetooth ProfileA2DP/AVRCP/HSP/HFP/SPP
- Network ConnectivityBluetooth
- Headphone JackNo
- Auxiliary InputNo
Features
- Water ResistantYes
- WaterproofNo
- Maximum Depth Of Water Resistance3.28 feet
- Control Button(s)Power on/off, Play/Pause, Volume
- Remote Control IncludedNo
- Digital DisplayNo
- Alarm FunctionNo
- Light TypeLED
- Clip-onNo
Power
- RechargeableYes
- Battery Life12 hours
- Battery TypeLithium-ion
- USB Device ChargingYes
- Fast ChargingYes
Dimension
- Product Height8.58 inches
- Product Width2.99 inches
- Product Depth2.99 inches
- Product Weight1.28 pounds
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor90 Days
Other
- UPC027242919303
Customer reviews
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 1679 reviews
(1,679 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Sound Quality4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Range4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
Expert reviews
See all expert reviews(4)Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 4 reviews
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Bluetooth speaker with quality sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.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
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Rooster69,
You made the right choice! 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. Thanks for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Can’t get a nice speaker
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.Didn’t accept my Best Buy credit// just got yesterday trying to run it through credit
This review is from Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Olive Green
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MyReciept, thank you for choosing and purchasing our product. We hope you like your new speaker. Compact, lightweight and easy to carry, the SRS-XB23 combines punchy bass sound with a tough, durable, go-anywhere design. Thank you for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony Bluetooth speaker
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.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
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Cassie, Awesome! We're glad that you like the loudness of our 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
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Player Sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Better speaker quality than other similar products twice its size. Plus the streaming is first rate.
This review is from Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Olive Green
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kampos, we're glad you like our product. Compact, lightweight, and easy to carry, the SRS-XB23 combines punchy bass sound with a tough, durable, go-anywhere design. Thank you for choosing SONY. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Battery, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Its alright
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.The speaker is OK love the design it's pretty loud for its size though what's the battery capacity could give it like 20 hours of play by time rather than just 12 Sounds good up to 60 or 70% after that it struggles a bit Very convenient Fitch in cup holders and backpacks and can hang in various areas no problem works well with the app to change sound, But honestly this thing should be around $60 not 100!
This review is from Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Lydon,
Were glad you like most of the features and the portable design of the speaker. The battery life of our XB23 is approximately up to 12 hours, so your music never gets left behind. In addition, the SRS-XB23 can party even longer than you can. Even in EXTRA BASS mode, you can party for up to 10 hours. To get the sound that you prefer, please try the different sound modes found in the Sony Music Center app. There is even an EQ in there—which can be customized to fine-tune your music to your liking.
The speakers of the XB23 are carefully designed to give you a real three-dimensional listening experience. Featuring the newly developed X-Balanced Speaker Unit which provides high sound quality and powerful sound pressure for a richer, deeper, more rewarding listening experience.
Thanks for sharing your feedback!
-Jess
- Pros mentioned:Portable, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great portable Bluetooth speaker and sound quality
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.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 - Light Blue
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Rooster69, We are glad you like the sound quality of your Sony 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! Vincent
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Traaaash.
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.Was excited to give this to my wife for Christmas. Ruined the whole surprise and excitement I had planned. It will not power on whatsoever! Tried charging it overnight and no luck. Even when connected directly to an outlet the power will cycle on and then immediately shuts off. Don’t waste your money.
This review is from Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Olive Green
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoelRaymond, we regret to hear that the speaker won't power on. This is definitely not the experience we'd like you to have. We'd love to help you troubleshoot the problem.
Please follow the steps on the Help Guide if you're unable to turn on the speaker.
https://helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb23/v1/en/contents/TP0002741502.html
If this does not help, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely, Erin
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for an active lifestyle
|Posted .I have had the Sony SRS-XB23 for a little over a week now. The speaker performs way above the level that you expect at this price point. One of the great features is the richness of tones that the XB23 puts out. Sony has ventured out of the old school diaphragm and has developed a non-circular shape, which increases the diaphragm area and gives the richer tones and deeper bass. Another great feature is the Party Connect, connect up to 100 speakers to the same input device and be able to control the party from your phone. Battery life is about what you would expect, I drain mine a little faster than the 12 hour battery life at normal or 10 hours for Extra Bass that it states, but I usually have it turned all the way up and all the bass I can get. I really like the music app that comes with the device, I wish it had some preset equalizers to match what your listening to, not just the standard Treble/Mid/Bass that it comes with. I do really like that when you set-up the app you include all the different apps that you would use with the speaker, whether it be Amazon Music, Tidal or Pandora, and you quick launch to each of those apps as you use them. I take my music with me everywhere, when I am remodeling a house, when we are at the pool, when we are working in the garden or when I am in the shop. I always have to think of what will get in my speaker and try to protect it, Now I don’t have to worry with the Sony XB23 anymore. If it gets sawdust in it, just hose it off, if it gets wet, just dry it off. Anything you can throw at it, it can take, with it being rated IP67 and being rust-proof, dust-proof waterproof and shockproof. This speaker is also the perfect size to carry with you, it even comes with a leash so you can hang it up where ever you go.
This review is from Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
What experts are saying
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 4 reviews
(4 Reviews)- TechRadarRating, 4 out of 54.0Nick Pino on May 18, 2020
Sony SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker reviewIt hasn't been long since Sony unveiled its updated line of 2020 Bluetooth speakers, but they've quickly garnered a lot of attention for their performance and value. The zenith of that performance-to-dollar ratio is the entry-level Sony SRS-XB23,
Full Review - PCMagRating, 4 out of 54.0Tim Gideon on June 8, 2020
Sony SRS-XB23 ReviewSony is one of the heaviest hitters in the portable Bluetooth speaker realm, and it's been busy updating its outdoor-friendly lineup for the summer. The SRS-XB23 is the least expensive of the company's three new waterproof models, and at $99.99,
Full Review - techguide.com.auRating, 4.3 out of 54.3Stephen Fenech on July 2, 2020
Sony Extra Bass SRS-XB23 portable Bluetooth speaker review - enjoy good quality anywhere85% VERDICT The Sony Extra Bass XB23 ticks all the boxes for durability, design, value and audio quality and should be the first thing in your bag when you walk out the door. Pros Convenient design and shapeWaterproof and dustproof Impressive
Full Review - lbtechreviews.comRating, 5 out of 55.0Geir Nordby on March 31, 2021
Review: Sony SRS-XB23 | Good Sound In A Handy Format Sony SRS-XB23The cylindrical SRS-XB23 is smaller and more convenient than its big brothers. But it lacks a bit of sound.
Full Review
Q: QuestionThis speaker doesn’t come with a charging block ?
Asked by Hodges5678.
- A:Answer 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
Answered by SonyListens
Q: QuestionWill it work with Samsung galaxy e10?
Asked by Dijo.
- A:Answer Hi Dijo, thank you for your inquiry. This will work with your phone. The speaker also works with compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) HSP (Headset Profile) HFP (Hands-free Profile) Sincerely, Erin
Answered by SonyListens
Q: QuestionIf my computer does not have bluetooth does it come with a cable to plug into the computer?
Asked by ScoobyDoo.
- A:Answer 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
Answered by SonyListens
Q: Questionwill this speaker fit in a bicycle bottle holder
Asked by Dew.
- A:Answer Yes, it fits my water bottle carrier.
Answered by Papa
Q: QuestionIf 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?
Asked by Mulberry.
- A:Answer 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
Answered by SonyListens
Q: QuestionCan you pair a single speaker to an second for stereo sound?
Asked by hogwild.
This question was asked about the related product: Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Light Blue
- A:Answer Hi har8harry, Thank you for your interest in the Sony SRS-XB23! If you are referring to connecting another speaker for stereo sound, then yes, the SRSXB23 can be connected with the same model for that function. I hope this helps! -Carl
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Q: QuestionWhat kind of connector is needed for ac power? I’ve tried several usb cables and none work.
Asked by Adaptor.
- A:Answer Hi Adaptor, Thanks for inquiring about the XB23. The speaker supports USB type C charging cable. There should have been one in the box. That cable can be connected to most USB AC adaptors that are capable of delivering an output current of 1.5 A. We hope this helps, Erin
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Q: QuestionIs 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.
Asked by SonyFan.
This question was asked about the related product: Sony - SRS-XB23 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Light Blue
- A:Answer 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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