{
  "id": 4896918,
  "title": "Sony’s New ULT Tower Max Wireless Party Speaker Delivered Massive Sound I Felt in My Chest",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/sonys-new-ult-tower-max-wireless-party-speaker-delivered-massive",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-01T16:17:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "CNET",
    "slug": "cnet",
    "url": "https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/sony-ult-tower-max-party-speaker-review/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sony has launched three new ULT Tower wireless party speakers as part of their ULT Power Sound series. The new models are the ULT Tower Max ($1,500), ULT Tower 7 ($650), and ULT Tower 5 ($650). All three speakers feature impressive sound quality, with the Tower Max offering the most visceral listening experience due to its massive 121-pound weight and three woofers (two front-facing and one rear-facing) along with four tweeters. The new speakers have been designed with larger cabinets to push more air and sound, resulting in enhanced bass performance. They are compatible with Party Chain mode for mixing and matching speakers or creating a stereo pair. The speakers also support XLR, RCA, and USB-C connectivity and have a Party Connect feature that allows them to work together. However, they are not backward compatible with the previous ULT Tower 9 and ULT Tower 10 models via Party Connect. The new speakers have a more industrial design and improved lighting elements that adapt to different settings. Users can choose from four sound modes (ULT1, ULT2, Flat, and Live) or customize the audio with EQ settings. The speakers have a sound calibration mode, allowing them to automatically adjust to the room's environment. The ULT Tower 7 and ULT Tower 5 are IPX4 splash-proof when stood up vertically, while all three speakers have built-in handles. The ULT Tower Max requires a power source and does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the Tower 7 and Tower 5 offer up to 30 hours and 20 hours of battery life respectively at moderate volume levels. Overall, the ULT Tower 7 seems to be the best choice for those seeking powerful sound without breaking the bank, while the Tower Max is more suitable for larger parties. The Tower 5 is a good option for smaller spaces or for those who need a portable speaker for activities like pregame warmups.",
  "summary": "The large, DJ-friendly loud speakers have new designs, lots of connection options and plenty of thump.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}