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Sony’s new party speakers have more bass, more LEDs, and more connectivity

Sony announced three new tower-style party speakers that will now be the largest options in its ULT Power Sound lineup. The new ULT Tower Max, ULT Tower 7, and ULT Tower 5 all feature expanded connectivity including USB-C, RCA, and XLR ports for connecting to audio gear using physical cables. The new models also come […]

Sony’s new party speakers have more bass, more LEDs, and more connectivity

Sony has introduced three new party speakers: the ULT Tower 5, ULT Tower 7, and ULT Tower Max. These tower-style speakers are part of Sony's ULT Power Sound lineup and feature expanded connectivity options, including USB-C, RCA, and XLR ports. According to The Verge, the largest of the new speakers, the ULT Tower Max, weighs 121 pounds and costs $1,499.99.

The new speakers also feature improved lighting, with up to 100 LEDs providing visual feedback for functions like battery life and Bluetooth syncing, as well as an animated light show synced to the music. Tom's Guide reports that the speakers have a new design philosophy, more sophisticated reactive lighting, a new ULT button for changing EQ presets, 360° sound, and better drivers.

The speakers are designed to deliver powerful bass, with Sony claiming the ULT Tower Max delivers the most powerful bass in the ULT Power series to date, according to TechRadar. The prices of the speakers vary, with the ULT Tower 5, ULT Tower 7, and ULT Tower Max costing $470, $680, and $1,800 respectively, according to exchange rates provided by TechRadar.

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