Sony SRS-XE200

The Sony SRS-XE200 isn't bad for music. With its default ClearAudio+ feature enabled, it has a very boomy sound profile that adds boom and punch to the bass. Like other speakers its size, it lacks low-bass, so you can't feel the deep thump and rumble typically present in bass-heavy music. The underemphasis in the treble range also causes higher-pitched vocals and instruments to sound veiled. Fortunately, you can tweak its sound profile thanks to the graphic EQ featured in its companion app. While this doesn't bring the bass up to a thump and rumble, it still gives you some control over its sound. Unfortunately, it doesn't get very loud, and there's a lot of compression at max volume that degrades the quality of your audio when the volume is maxed out.

-- As reviewed by Rtings
Sony SRS-XE200 1

Product details

  • Lightweight design with an easy to carry strap for maximum portability.Waterproof : Yes
  • IP67 waterproof and dustproof paired with a shockproof design
  • Line shaped diffuser distributes music evenly across a wide sound stage
  • X-Balanced speakers for powerful bass and crisp sound
  • Dual passive radiators reproduce powerful bass notes.
  • Up to 16 hours of playing time, plus quick charging
  • Personalized sound control via the Sony | Music Center app

PROS

+ Graphic EQ.
+ 14.5-hour battery.
+ Multi-device paring.

CONS

- Lots of compression present at max volume.
- Narrow-sounding soundstage.

Expert reviews and ratings

By Rtings on August 09, 2022
The Sony SRS-XE200 isn't bad for music. With its default ClearAudio+ feature enabled, it has a very boomy sound profile that adds boom and punch to the bass. Like other speakers its size, it lacks low-bass, so you can't feel the deep thump and rumble typically present in bass-heavy music. The underemphasis in the treble range also causes higher-pitched vocals and instruments to sound veiled. Fortunately, you can tweak its sound profile thanks to the graphic EQ featured in its companion app. While this doesn't bring the bass up to a thump and rumble, it still gives you some control over its sound. Unfortunately, it doesn't get very loud, and there's a lot of compression at max volume that degrades the quality of your audio when the volume is maxed out.
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By CompsMag on January 01, 1970
The XE200 has a Line-Shape Diffuser that helps your music reach farther, even to the side of the speaker. Plus, since it’s small and has a handy carrying strap, you can take it with you anywhere.
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