Sony SRS-XB100 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker $49 + Delivery (Free C&C/One Pass) @ Target

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boshorus on 21/12/2023 - 07:39 target.com.au (664 clicks)
Last edited 21/12/2023 - 08:07 by 1 other user

Great last minute X'mas prezzie!

Cheaper than the previous deal on Amazon. https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/820174

This small, yet powerful speaker is designed with an ultra-compact size to fit into any lifestyle. With its loud and clear sound, you can easily take it wherever you go. Enjoy your favorite tunes without any wires getting in the way—simply connect your device via Bluetooth and enjoy up to 16 hours of wireless playback time.

-Water and dust resistant (IP67*)
-Detachable and adjustable 2-way strap
-Music playback controls and improved speaker-phone function
-Up to 16 hours battery life with USB-C charging
-Pair 2 speakers together for wide stereo sound (x 2 SRS-XB100 required)

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  ozvictor on 21/12/2023 - 07:42

  +2

  Add $1 item and sign up to target newsletter to get $10 voucher. Final price $40

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  Yogi555 on 21/12/2023 - 07:48

  +2

  Got it from Amazon and feel it doesn't sound great. Not sure if my expectations were high. Trying to sell now in marketplace.

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    rezmata on 21/12/2023 - 08:44

    +2

    Ya tried it in-store. - no base - clanky - volume low. Not worth $50. Looking to spend a bit more and grab a deal on boxing day on a JBL or et.al., (fingers crossed)

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      n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 21/12/2023 - 16:38

      what about Wonderboom for $5 more?

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  Julzx on 21/12/2023 - 09:27

  I own a few small Bluetooth speakers:
  - JBL Go3
  - JBL Clip 4
  - Sony XB13
  - Sony XB100

  The JBL out perform the Sony in this form factor. Sony does look nicer and the XB100 does have a few extra features but if you want pure sound performance I'd pick the JBLs.

  Bought my Go3 for like $39 from OW after price beating Amazon and I love it.

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    JimmyJohnson on 21/12/2023 - 10:29

    Looking for a speaker for just my bathroom, I assume I should just stick to a JBL over a sony then aswell?

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      CyberMurning on 21/12/2023 - 10:58

      im looking for one with sdcard and easy control without need to connect to any other device, for older parents

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        n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 21/12/2023 - 20:42

        +1

        I know for a fact all Rockville speakers have USB stick and microSD card reader.
        https://www.amazon.com/Rockville-Sonic-XXL-Portable-Bluetoot…

        TF card slot means Transflash that's just what microSD was originally called. USB or card needs to be formatted FAT32 or exFAT to work.

        the biggest Sonic XXL model is a decent performer by the way. teardown showed good woofers used and it matches JBL Boombox 2 in driver type and spec (2x 4 inch woofers + 2 soft dome tweeters).

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          CyberMurning on 21/12/2023 - 21:23

          @n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm: Thanks. Your link is Amazon America…

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            n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 21/12/2023 - 22:40

            @CyberMurning: oh my bad I just checked it says "can't ship to your country". I sometimes buy things from Amazon US if shipping cost is reasonable.

            other than the Rockville the only other one I know is Creative iRoar but it's expensive ($160) and also ships from outside country.

            if you are ok with something much smaller the Anker Soundcore Mini has microSD card slot. just keep sound expectations low, if it's for podcasts/listening people talking it should be fine. https://www.amazon.com.au/Anker-Soundcore-Super-Portable-Noi…

            also this Avantree one might be ok. it's round and thin though so will easily roll off a table..
            https://www.amazon.com.au/Avantree-Portable-Wireless-Shockpr…

            a few more good reviewed random brand options on Amazon when searching "sd card speaker".
            https://www.amazon.com.au/ROYQUEEN-Waterproof-Bluetooth-Port…
            https://www.amazon.com.au/DOSS-Portable-Bluetooth-Waterproof…
            https://www.amazon.com.au/Portable-Bluetooth-Speakers-S32-Co… (this last one is "just launched" seller)

            I prefer buying from a brand like Anker or Avantree.

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  grb on 21/12/2023 - 11:17

  I got one of these about a week ago from Amazon for $56. Initially disappointment with tinny sound and lack of bass also.

  However in a previous life I partially subscribed to the speaker "break in" snake oil and I can't get totally over it. I feel it's particularly important for these waterproof speakers with passive radiators to stretch themselves out before sounding their best. So I ran the speaker pretty loud with some electronic music and ambient noise from SomaFM for ~20-30hrs.

  Now I'm extremely happy with the speaker. I honestly hate to admit the sound seems totally different. I know you'll think I drank the cool-aid but I feel it's almost too much bass in some circumstances (not the really low stuff obviously).

  Unfortunately during my unscientific snake-oil trip I also discovered the companion Android app and enabled LDAC codec which could have made the difference also (although I don't know how much that could help with my low bit rate internet radio stations).

  EDIT: This thread made me start thinking so I did some simple comparisons with youtube clips connected to my phone (LDAC) vs PC (SBC). It sounds way better with the phone. Bass "comes in" lower (minus many dB) at ~60Hz vs ~80Hz and is much fuller. Plus annoying tinny sound and general vagueness is much reduced. I still assume breaking in speakers helped tho…