Sony’s Flagship Portable Speaker Is Now on Sale for $110.
Sony may be best known for its headphones, but it also makes some pretty good speakers. Its latest flagship portable speaker is the ULT Field 5 , which launched last spring alongside the ULT Field t and ULT Tower 9 , all built for portability and ruggedness. This speaker sits between the ULT Field 3 and ULT Field 7 , offering a good compromise between portability and power. The largest model in the line is currently available for $219 (originally $329.99), its lowest price ever, according to price tracking tools .
The ULT Field 5 is a portable speaker with powerful bass, perfect for those who value long battery life and portability, as evidenced by its PCMag review, where it earned an “Excellent” rating . It features a ten-band equalizer, a true woofer (surprising given its compact size), a bass-boosting ULT mode, an IP67 rating (waterproof, dustproof, shockproof, and corrosion-resistant), and the ability to connect to other speakers via Party Connect.
With the ULT Power feature enabled, you can expect 25 hours of battery life, making this speaker competitive in the market. However, when playing at full volume, the battery drains much faster, offering a maximum of five hours of playtime. A quick 10-minute charge provides two hours of playtime, which is significant for a portable speaker. Stereo sound is available, and you can use multi-room mode if you have other Sony speakers for simultaneous media playback using the companion app.
This speaker is designed for parties, outdoor recreation, or large workspaces. It comes with a shoulder strap that can be attached to the speaker for easy portability. It uses the Sound Connect app, so Sony ecosystem users can get the most out of it. You can monitor battery life, control the equalizer, connect to other Sony devices, and use DJ Control, which lets you add scratching sounds and air-powered horns to your music.