STACK #264 October 2026

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Sound modes: Choose ULT1 deep bass, ULT2 punchier bass, FLAT, or concert-like LIVE1. 10-band EQ: Fine-tune sound in the Sony | Sound Connect app. Sound Field Optimisation: Adjusts audio to the environment. Party lighting: Three presets, plus app customisation. Party Chain: Sync music and lighting across up to 100 compatible Sony speakers via Auracast. Stereo Pair: Link two matching speakers for left/right stereo. Playback: Bluetooth, USB-C audio, and USB-A flash drives are supported. Multipoint: Pair two Bluetooth devices and switch automatically between them. Fast Pair: One-tap pairing with compatible Android devices. Device charging: USB-C and USB-A ports power phones and other devices. Battery Care: Protects against overcharging. STAMINA mode (ULT 5 and ULT 7) : Up to twice the playback time at maximum volume. Three sizes, one ULT Tower party experience

Big bass, bigger parties. Sony’s new ULTTower party speaker range brings serious sound, DJ, and karaoke features, and three sizes to get the party started. Words Scott Hocking S ony’s latest ULT Tower range isn’t built for background music. Co-created with professional hip-hop sound creators, the ULT Tower 5, ULT Tower 7, and ULT Tower Max bring serious bass and big sound to parties of every size. Feel the bass with Sony’s new ULT TOWER party speakers

Sony ULT Tower 5 Wireless Party Speaker The baby of the ULT Tower family can still make some serious noise. A new circular woofer, improved ULT duct and amplifier deliver up to 300W, with two tweeters keeping vocals and higher frequencies crisp. Four handles make it easy to carry, IPX4 water resistance deals with splashes, and sound automatically adapts whether it’s upright or horizontal. Battery life runs up to 20 hours, with a ten-minute quick charge adding another 100 minutes. Best for: Big party sound in a more portable package.

Sony ULT TOWER 7 Wireless Party Speaker Need more

oomph? A huge circular woofer, four tweeters, and two mid range speakers

deliver up to 420W, with 360° Party Sound spreading deeper bass and clear vocals around the room. Battery life stretches to 30 hours, while a ten-minute quick charge adds another three hours. Four handles, upgraded rear wheels, and IPX4 water resistance suit outdoor gatherings. It’s the sweet spot between portability and serious party power. Best for: Bigger parties and serious bass, with room to move.

Want to DJ or take over the mic?

Sony ULT Tower Max Wireless Party Speaker This is where things get massive. The ULT Tower Max packs three circular woofers – two front and one rear - four tweeters, two mid-range speakers, and up to 2150W of power. 360° Party Sound spreads that output through large spaces and packed dance floors. Four handles and side wheels help move it, while the splashproof top panel adds protection around drinks. Best for: Large parties, events, and maximum impact.

RCA input for DJ equipment. XLR input/output for advanced setups or additional speakers. Karaoke mic input for an optional mic. Karaoke controls adjust mic volume, echo, and key. Voice Changer and more karaoke features via the app.

Which Sony ULT Sony ULT Tower speaker should you choose?

ULT Tower 5 Pick it for portability and big sound without the bulk.

ULT Tower 7 The all-rounder for bigger house parties and outdoor gatherings.

ULT Tower Max Go massive for big events, large spaces, and maximum party power.

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