Sony XB31 Review & VS XB30 - Better In Almost Every Way

[@damnation1928]

You can cycle thru sound settings by Holding Down Play+Volume Down Button for 3secs. And you can also activate the drum beating option by quickly double tapping the back side section near the control cover.

[@TheFunnyGuyUpNorth]

So i work underground and was operating a rockbreaker 2 yrs ago. I Used a xb31 everyday until I lost it underground when I had to cover a shift being the only licenced haul truck operator for a specific unit. Speaker fell out of my bag on a friday and i didnt realize until I got to surface. Today unexpectedly I found the speaker. Looks like it was grazed by a tire. Was rusty around the ports. Turned on with 70% battery left. And the ambient lights all worked. Sound quality lost about 10-15% but just on high bass sounds and only tried it when my phone that was streaming was low on battery. But im still amazed

[@ImNHTV]

All I see is people who are mad they have a 30 hating on a the 31

[@archieharrison4743]

@Moritz Schmidt nah i have it and it's tough as hell with that fabric around you silly ape

[@fa14bi-78]

@@darekm6859 Xb30: 2x25W rated drivers, XB31: 2x16W rated drivers. Xb30: 7,2V 4200mah battery Xb31: 7,2V 2700mah battery The Xb31 distorts at max Volume much more than the 30. I own 2xXb31 and wanna switch it to 2x Xb30. The Xb32 has 2xunrated drivers and a 7,4V 2700mah battery. The Bluetooth range got shortened from 30 to 10m.

[@tikiortaka]

How can someone dislike this review. So awesomely done.

[@jahircortez1011]

Great vid. You got straight to the point and didn’t add nothing else. That’s the videos I like to see, informational that get straight to the point. Great vid 👍🏽

[@DaneH64]

Xb31: great look Xb30: great overall quality

[@gaboaaa23]

exactly the same sound? Strange! Someone wrote the xb30 sounds mutch clearer not so muffled! Even trough the video the xb30 sound more refined detailed.

[@goldenfreddy-xo8ox]

i have the app and when the light is green is on standard mode when its white its on extra bass

[@xtreme_dummy]

This is one of my favorite reviews, I now know everything I need to know in little time, without going too fast!

[@thematt5325]

I hate fabric speaker grills - for people interested in this speaker (xb31), I will just say purchase the XB30 - right now the price difference between the two is $58.00. Not worth paying that much extra for a very similar sound. With the savings, purchase a UE Wonderboom along with the XB30.

[@theinsider1883]

Just got Sony xb30 for huge discount at Amazon (Great Indian festival) 💞 just as I expected. They were selling for 12999, bought for 6200 (Indian rupees)!! Got festival discount with 10% cash back on debit card! The best online buy for me interms of value for price!

[@catalinstanciumarian]

Soo what speakers are the best , it doesnt matter the money , which is better than the other ? I still dont know what to choose from xb40 or xb41 .

[@LydonLewisDoUbLeZz]

Dude I so don't regret buying the 31 m, its feature packed and i l ok ve the new body style! Its officially fighting the charge 3 as my favorite mid sized speaker!

[@metroishereyt6662]

Lydon Lewis DoUbLeZz is the xb31 better than the charge 3 .....btw im getting srs xb41:)

[@SirDavid0]

Lydon Lewis DoUbLeZz wym fighting tf its been over since the 30

[@LydonLewisDoUbLeZz]

Wolllf if u say so

[@LydonLewisDoUbLeZz]

MetroIsHere YT I think I'll admit its surpassed charge 3 in several ways, it sounds so much more like a mini stereo then charge 3, and that heavens for the new body!!! The only thing keeping the charge 3 even remotely close to the 31s performance is its bass it still seems the bit more boomy than a 31

[@tswag1842]

I think GYMCADDY does a fine job at comparisons and reviews. Ironically I can't just can't manage to watch his videos at more than 15% volume

[@alvinalmqvistbeso8200]

The Sony XB-30 is a better buy than the XB-31. I have the XB-30 and it’s awesome!

[@metroishereyt6662]

Shadow _Robot is not better......

[@alvinalmqvistbeso8200]

MetroIsHere YT It has the same sound quality the bass, treble, etc.

[@metroishereyt6662]

Shadow _Robot yeah but the 31 is better

[@alvinalmqvistbeso8200]

MetroIsHere YT Yeah if you wanna buy the cheaper XB-30 that have the exact sound. Or you can get the almost the same speaker for 50$ more.

[@metroishereyt6662]

Shadow _Robot its not 50 is like 80 or something near that price

[@4sake123]

I bought a refurbished xb30 about a year ago for $75 and I love it. I was hoping Sony would get rid of the annoying reminder to charge your device when you hit 20% battery and let you keep playing music at a higher volume. I don't why they don't at least give you the option to turn that off.

[@joseGonzalez-vg1jy]

Xb30

[@fa14bi-78]

The Battery just doesn't get enough Voltage to power 50Watts.

[@toni-ann5151]

Thank you!!!!! I had been trying for a while to pair my xb20 and xb30, finally thanks you!

[@rockdesu]

Love the reviews....keep them coming.

[@jeremiahhawkins5053]

Im going for sony xb 31 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥😲

[@socialibary1000]

The xb31 is way way way way way way way way way way way way way way better

[@socialibary1000]

Even though the XP dirty is way better get it s p 30😂😅😆😛🤯🤑🤬🥶🥵

[@socialibary1000]

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[@socialibary1000]

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[@socialibary1000]

Azxct

[@superdave1869]

: I don't care for the lights on either speaker so I'll keep my Sony SRS-XB3 (which I bought January 2017 for $120 Canadian). It's the perfect size to carry around. I got a wine case that's shaped like a tiny guitar case that holds both speaker and charger perfectly. My XB3 never decreases in volume when the battery hits a certain percentage level like both the XB30 & XB31 and it still sounds great !!!

[@achimgerlach4270]

I compared the XB30 against the XB31(without livesound mode), the sound is nearly the same, i turned extrabass off....treble +6 and bass to the maximum on both speakers and there is no big sound difference. ExtraBass i only activate on high loudness. But i hate this rubber case of the XB30 and guys believe me...after some time this rubber will be like a wet candystick. Overall i got the XB31 for 95€ and for this price it's the better choice. (I sold my XB30 for 89€) micro usb charging (no extra cable), waterproof, nicer design and material of the case ExtraBass can be switched on and off at the XB31 by pressing (Volume -) and (Play) for 3 seconds, Green LED is Standard and White LED is ExtraBass

[@socialibary1000]

The xb31 is better right

[@socialibary1000]

The xb30 is better to

[@bonz3580]

For the Sony xb30 you can buy a Sony psp USB cable to charge by USB instead of wall adapter

[@camr3415]

I have a XB31...anyone knows if i can connect it to a Bluetooth turntable?

[@mikeythanos]

Is it just me or does the xb31 have a little bit better highs?

[@GamesWorld03]

It seems like it has

[@waa7551]

Micheal Hall it has

[@Daminlk]

it could just be that they improved the default tuning

[@dickmelsonlupot7697]

Micheal Hall It's probably the default tuning. You can get great highs, mids and treble on the XB30 if you adjust the speaker, your phone and/or your app's equalizer.

[@doodgeslagenmug]

How is the directivity of the speaker? Because when you turn the xb30 slightly of axis you already hear the treble dissapear. Is this the same on the xb31?

[@redvivid]

Yeah. These speakers are very directional.

[@torrez8144]

It’s the same but since they added live mode to the xb31, the sound stage sounds wider

[@didierpunzu3122]

Comment puis-je me procurer cet appareil si je veux le payer ? je suis en République démocratique du Congo.

[@ShuttupKvn]

In Denmark the xb31 is 20 dollars, and I'm looking for an upgraded speaker from my havit m16 speaker. Would the xb31 be worth it?

[@elenaperez6492]

I got a Sony xb30 but was kinda disappointed with the sound at medium to low volume listening, it just sounds good if I turn the volume up, for me it sounds muffled and muddy, I think I will keep my bose SoundLink Color better and although it has less bass it has better vocals and clarity, I hope the xb31 has improved the sound with its live sound mode

[@5thkiechannel]

right now im able to buy either this XB 31 or a Flip 4 for the same price..... $85 which one should i go for?

[@giovanniponce6297]

Definitely xb31. I own both. The xB has WAY more bass but the jbl has just the slightest better highs and mids. In MY opinion it's not worth it . Get xB 31

[@torrez8144]

Xb31, it has way more bass and gets way louder

[@nikolaj6341]

On a limited budget,is it better to buy a xb30 for 75 or a xb31 for 120?

[@jaypeepasion]

I personally Like an exposed bass radiator like the JBL Bluetooth speakers.But the XB31 is still no slouch.I also want a Battery indicator light rather than voice prompts

[@metroishereyt6662]

Lawrenz Nelson same

[@rabbidpotatoegaming4514]

It doeant make any difference sound wise whether or not you can see the passive radiator they arent there to produce sound the increase useable airspace in the speaker which allows the speakers to move more causing better bass

[@SirDavid0]

Lawrenz Nelson obv jbl fanboy

[@SirDavid0]

Lawrenz Nelson its like your trying to make other speakers be like jbl And the voice is more accurate wdym..... how are you gonna exactly tell the battery life from 5 led lights...

[@-joo3033]

Wolllf JBL Has The "SEE HOW POWERFULL YOUR SPEAKER REALLY IS" -Im gonna say that is BULSHIT

[@pietervisser4479]

Does the xb31 feel the same as JBL speakers?

[@GYMCADDY]

are you referring to the mesh? its a little plusher

[@pietervisser4479]

GYMCADDY oh thanks

[@BoltJamison]

Need help guys. Which would u recommend, the xb31 or two jbl flip 4's paired? Which will be louder amd produce better sound quality? Thanks

[@3limin4torZockt]

the JBL, the only speaker with treble in this comparison.

[@ImNHTV]

CrAckZ shitty bass though

[@waden404]

The 21's battery life sux....even with the lights turned off via the app. Did tje battery drain get any better?

[@jackkonieczny25]

I’m an edm listener and I love my Sony xb 30 in red. I also love to listen to queen and Michael Jackson and it sounds grate with those two artists because it has a little kick but not to much bass.

[@LydonLewisDoUbLeZz]

Jack Konieczny Dude 31 wont dissapoint!!! As someone who mostly buys JBLs this is an awesome other option! And so many features and personal app for adjusting just about everything for the speaker and battery and durability! This thing has it all, of charge 3 didn't exist this would be my new only favorite mid sized speaker but its tied!with charge 3 in bbn my book

[@LydonLewisDoUbLeZz]

Jack Konieczny mmmm... I wouldn't say better but I like its sound ambience a little more then charge 3, but and normal listening levels charge still has more bass. But the app for the 31 works flawlessly with my phone, so tweaking the sound and lights is easy as heck! If u picked it over the charge u wouldn't be making a bad choice. u cant really go wrong either way

[@jackkonieczny25]

Lydon Lewis DoUbLeZz ya if I had the money I would definitely get the 31 but until then I’m good with the 30. Cause I just got a black Sony gtk xb 60.

[@ramyelmorsy1862]

Lydon Lewis DoUbLeZz how is the charge 3 tied. the 31 has way more perks to being better, its more durable, more bass, louder ect. How is it tied????

[@LydonLewisDoUbLeZz]

Ramy Elmorsy I referring to my personality favorites lol, I did a mini sound battle with them yesterday and the charge still held it's own for being almost 2 years old ! It still handles bass well compared to the 31 mainly do to the twin radiators, But I love everything going on with the 31 including the stereo separation thanks to the driver placement! Definitely seems like it gets a little louder then the charge 3. I will agree that the 31 is the total package when it comes to mid sized speakers, especially the app EQ actually impacting the sound! U could say that a little Nostalgia for being there since the 1st charge is what's keeping me from naming the 31 my Favorite above all else.🤣 but since I say I have 2 favorites I will say the 31 is probably my 1st of the 2 favorites lol😆

[@jairmarquez6142]

Should be buying more mics instead of speakers buddy

[@tedwright3090]

How do I play my XB 20 and my new XB 31 at the same time ??? I can't figure it out !

[@speakerguy9468]

Ted Wright WPC

[@aiubrahmanjim4184]

After 6 months letter I have been a trouble in xb-31.... 😭😭😭

[@brimstrong3349]

Is it ok that I have Sony,jbl and Sony speakers?

[@Daniel-ry6fm]

XB-30 is perfect totally recommendable

[@matisbouthillier6428]

My LED on my XB41 cracked. Can I put it in water anyway or this could break the speaker?

[@anilmural2971]

How much watts is xb30

[@fa14bi-78]

drivers are rated 2x25. The Amp is 40W.

[@Chip-Monk]

I bought a used xb30. It looks better than xb31 in my opinion. The shape and the lights. I don't like the individualized led look of the lights on the xb31. I also like the rubberized rounded shape. _note_ - the xb30 I got used for $50 came with one of the speakers problematic. If you have an xb30 and notice static or of of the speakers doesn't play, this is a common problem. The left speaker often fails. However there is a youtube video which shows you how to fix this. It cost me about $20 and a half an hour.

[@KB-ke1nt]

What is the charge time bro?

[@yurimartin4889]

Can they connect to each other. Coz i have an xb30 and im planning to buy xb31? Tyty

[@mariadibenedetto1565]

Is xb 30 ok for party in house and in garden?

[@Ranotrix]

Yes idiot

[@arkadiuszn5472]

So, NFC in this speaker isn’t working with iPhones?

[@LydonLewisDoUbLeZz]

just found a 41 for 140!!!! Couldn't pass that up🤩 might have to hold off on Xtreme 2 a little longer but man the 31 sold me soooo much I had to do it! Plus even though it sound great on it own I don't want it all by itself! 😅

[@cesaruribe99]

Which one should i get, charge 3 or xb31

[@GYMCADDY]

this should help kzbin.info/www/bejne/rF68mWiVgLGhopo

[@humanmadetech]

Too mutch talking, no sound quality check! Bye Bye

[@DougDeBurrooo]

Hey gym, love the review. It seems to me that the XB-31 has a tiny bit more high-end (noticed the difference when you showed the spectragraph via the Ipad). Could you make out this difference at all? TIA!

[@GYMCADDY]

i noticed it too on the iPad, but you can't really tell a difference when you're listening to music

[@kendamatricuri2spider238]

My xb 30 is 1 year old and still has that great bass

[@militarySorbet]

sony xb31 is better than sony xb40? they have the same price now and i don't know which i should buy (I only care about the audio quality)

[@sanchitvarma1282]

The constantly changing volume in this video is a little distracting.

[@niceboy60]

For the price of 1 single Sony XB41 I can buy 2 XB40s by simply adding 30 bucks , is the same story with the XB30 vs. XB31 the improvements made don't justify almost double price increases . Allot of people actually prefer the Olders versions sound

[@j4r3d18]

I would like to buy XB31 but is it good outdoor ?

[@lukapavlovic8263]

Ja Red 219 i have one. It's very good outdoor.

[@j4r3d18]

luka pavlovic okay thx

[@wailun9126]

just ordered xb31 after watching yr review..😎

[@JacobAndJamal]

I owned the XB30 and prior one. I do like the XB31 as he stated in video, it’s a bit more refined in all areas. I like the cloth over rubber, the clearer lights, and most importantly being able to charge with USB... And the app is cumbersome, but I guess it works for now

[@alterablebark54]

I'm so happy I waited for the next generation, this is exactly what I wanted

[@gregkuhh7259]

Is the flap on the back Strong enough? For tropping it in the water?

[@abarcaLoL]

Something's wrong with your mic

[@dimitrissoult7677]

Ikr

[@palanik1629]

Will xb30 and xb31 connect in stereo separation left and right

[@MrKinezos01]

hi friend! i have the xb20. in BLUE... its f.... awesome but i have 2 issues ...1) in low battery it drops volume :-( 2) it doesnt charge while play.... (its f.. stupid) so... i m looking the new xb31 for the battery... i was on the xb30 before buying xb20 but the barrel style charger stopped me.... did they fix this issue with charging? do i need specific charger to get this 2 at the same time? LONG LIVE THE XB10

[@michakoomanski1788]

Is it possible to listen music normally under 20% using XB-31? Is it possible to turn off this function which limit volume of music?

[@Diggarci]

Hello nice channel, have you tried comparing these two speakers well? I mean with custom eq and everything? What do you think? Which one sounds better?

[@ooogoogleooo]

how many watts that jank ? Xb31

[@erictsao5258]

Can XB 30 connect with XB 31

[@keithlauderdale]

曹容豪 yes

[@sseulgissi2338]

Yes

[@ramyelmorsy1862]

Xb 20 is an amazing speaker, i dont have it i have the xb 41 but. I went to my local walmart and tested it and it has such amazing bass for its size

[@fa14bi-78]

Ramy Elmorsy the xb 20 has 25W

[@fa14bi-78]

@Just F0X The Amp gives 30W for an Xb30. Xb30=2x25W, 2x15 aviable.

[@ericlaw2282]

Can you please explain the buttons at the back of xb31 and what they do?

[@PinkGuy120]

What app are you using on the iPad throughout the video?

[@prolatiker]

What make the xb41 better than the xtreme? ? ?

[@Bhatakti_Hawas]

Which portable speaker do you recommend for rock music ?

[@ssn90]

Great review

[@awakenedsoul2638]

Which sounds better XB30 or XB31?

[@metroishereyt6662]

You'reBrotha it sounds and look better

[@awakenedsoul2638]

which one?

[@metroishereyt6662]

You'reBrotha xb31

[@rootstriker1618]

You'reBrotha Nigga 31

[@lukelohman9450]

Did they fix the battery problem

[@metroishereyt6662]

Do a review of the xb41

[@charlesreed8420]

MetroIsHere YT yes

[@slavwillisalmera9692]

I have the xb30and I'd definitely recommend it but I might get the 31 later even just for the twin speaker connect small upgrade ,more rugged and if the app got an update then it would be great

[@BlackMagic553]

Great video but how do i connect it to my macbook air? please help!

[@redjust3026]

Damn Sony Blasted JBL out the Water

[@DrBunnee]

I think live sound is too hyped and completely over done

[@K.ali7]

Cheers bro helped me make my choice🔥💯

[@Federicometallica]

Can I pair xb30 with xb31?

[@GYMCADDY]

yes, it was stated in the video...

[@mimikyuthepokemon3489]

Do either of these sound as good as Bose Soundlink mini 2 at low volume? I know the nose sounds great 60-70% over that sound quality goes down

[@philjoysavio6805]

Awesome review and comparison👍👌....😆I have last years models...and will surely get these 3 as well🙌...are u getting the 41 for a review and comparison with the xb40🙌

[@LydonLewisDoUbLeZz]

This is pretty funny after watching a few videos my 1st Sony was a 31 and love it btw now I'm about to buy A 30. I bought a 21 and was disappointed and sold it the very next week going to get a 20 in the near future.

[@ΚωνσταντίνοςΚλωνάρης]

But the xb 40 is only 10€ more than the 31 so why not the xb 40(the xb 30 has a 5€ difference with the xb 41)

[@fureyize]

May I ask what you used to make this video at 60 fps?

[@GYMCADDY]

Sony A6000

[@limxin6394]

How long does xb30 last on full volume play?

[@xchubbz27x]

Have the XB40 and its banging..

[@prolatiker]

Is the xb31 better than the xtreme?! if yes, than i really go to the xb31

[@prolatiker]

On wich speaker would you go (wich Sound better) : xb31 or xb41

[@kaiserwachs]

xb41 also louder and definitely better then the xtreme

[@LydonLewisDoUbLeZz]

Sag Doof hell mo it's not even the same size lol

[@ramyelmorsy1862]

Lydon Lewis DoUbLeZz what do you mean your just a jbl fanboy

[@LydonLewisDoUbLeZz]

Ramy Elmorsy And your blind the xtreme is bigger then the 31, the 41 may very well beat the xtreme!

[@pietervisser4479]

Xb30 has a frequency range from 20khz to 40hz and xb31 has a range from 20khz to 20hz that means deeper bass!

[@fa14bi-78]

Xb31 goes tested down to ~28. Xb30 to ~18. The older one plays deeper

[@Capy-K]

Should I get the sony srs xb31 or the jbl flip 4???

[@undeniabletruth3550]

Flip is Crap.. definetly Buy the 31

[@mr.drewienko3547]

I am watching this on xb30

[@TeodorUnfiltered]

I bought it today but xb20 is sounds better

[@palanik1629]

How to change tracks in xb30

[@marwanzainudin1661]

sony xb30 how much watt and sony xb31

[@fa14bi-78]

A little late, XB30 has 50Watts Xb31 has 32Watts.

[@kxvdxg2236]

I have the Sony srs xb3 time to upgrade?

[@gregkuhh7259]

bro yea yeah 😂

[@jackkonieczny25]

I wouldn’t unless you live in an area that you go to a pool all the time or the beach. I live in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania so I am sticking with my red srs xb 30

[@LydonLewisDoUbLeZz]

Hell yea, the 31 is the perfect upgrade!!!

[@ramyelmorsy1862]

bro yea that shouldnt even be a question 😂😂😂

[@พงษ์พิชิตจินดาวณิชย์]

bro yea No srs xb3 still good sound and battery Long time more xb30 and xb31

[@prolatiker]

Can you charge the xb31 during you play music???

[@ramyelmorsy1862]

Sag Doof yes

[@prolatiker]

Ramy Elmorsy ok thx

[@lukapavlovic8263]

How much power has xb 31?

[@fa14bi-78]

I know i'm a little late. The Xb31 has 32Watts. The Xb30 has 50Watts. The Xb32's drivers are unrated, but since it has the same battery (2700mah), and battery life, I would also expect 2x16W The Xb30 has also an 50% bigger battery (7,2V 4200mah).

[@arnabghosh1104]

Is it better than jbl pulse 3

Hey what about comparision of xb40 and xb41?? I'd like to see it :-D Cause xb41 has smaller speaker 58mm vs 61mm on xb40