In India, Sony has launched its ULT Power Sound range, which includes the wireless speakers ULT TOWER 10, ULT FIELD 7, and ULT FIELD 1, as well as the noise-cancelling headphones ULT WEAR. Every model has the ULT button, which adds one or two different sound styles to the music output. The ULT FIELD 1 wireless speaker is a robust and weatherproof gadget featuring an IP67 rating, a multiway strap, a shockproof design, and resistance to saltwater. With its integrated microphone for hands-free calling, it may be used both indoors and outdoors. As usual, we tested out the new device that was sent to us for review. This is our review of the Sony ULT FIELD 1 speaker.
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Sony ULT FIELD 1 Review: Design
Let’s take a deeper look at the speaker now. First, we’ll discuss its build quality and design. It is a compact Bluetooth speaker that weighs about 650 grams and has a sturdy construction. The gleaming Sony logo quickly drew our attention. The body appears to be composed entirely of plastic. For ULT FIELD 1’s body, the firm employed recycled plastic to some extent. The gadget has a mesh fabric finish and a rubberized body. Available in four colours: Pick the colour that best matches your style from Black, Off White, Forest Grey, and Orange.
The gadget’s body is curved, so when you place it on a table, the speakers blast from all sides, creating room for the music to flow. It may be used horizontally, however, the bottom speaker isn’t completely covered when you place it vertically.
It is additionally coated in rubber for improved grip. Sony ULT FIELD 1 also has a sleek, attractive design. The speakers offer distinct sound profiles based on where you position the unit, and you can easily keep it vertically or horizontally.
The Field 1 speaker can withstand light impacts despite its rectangular design and squared-off sides, which also prevents it from tumbling down a table or a hard surface.
When the speaker is resting on a table, none of its edges completely come in contact with the surface, allowing the music to play freely and with full coverage.
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There’s an exclusive LED-lit ULT button on top that when needed, boosts the bass, which sounds a lot like Sony. The volume, play/pause, and Bluetooth buttons are located next to the power button. You can operate the buttons without even looking at them because they are elevated and simple to use.
Although there is a strap, it doesn’t appear to be sufficient for us to attach it to a hook and suspend it from a backpack when travelling. Nonetheless, the strap is adjustable, so you can make it tighter or looser and have the Sony ULT FIELD 1 stay in place. The quality of the construction of this speaker truly caught our attention. Although it is lightweight enough for us to carry with us everywhere we go, it is strong and resilient.
It also functions as a speaker phone. It does not need to be plugged in all the time to work because it is battery-operated.
Additionally, the IP67 certification for dust and water resistance means that you can practically take this handy item with you everywhere you go without having to worry about damage. Yes, it is both clumsy person-ready and beach-proof.
Sony ULT FIELD 1 Review: Performance
As a Bluetooth speaker, the Ult Field 1 may be connected using the technology as it has Bluetooth 5.3. SBC and the AAC codec are supported. It was quite simple to set up. All we had to do was open the package, press the power button, pair the Bluetooth, and we were ready to go.
Though the speaker body is a rectangle measuring 83×42 mm, the compact speakers feature 16 mm tweeters.
The ULT series speakers are unique due to their rectangular form, which increases the speaker’s surface area and makes the bass more noticeable due to its larger size.
The sound quality caught us off guard. This is our opinion based on a comparison with another Sony speaker that we previously reviewed (Sony SRS XE200 review can be read here). Depending on where it’s placed, the portable outdoor speaker has distinct sound qualities.
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The control panel’s “ULT” button is very powerful; it essentially amplifies the thump and improves other sounds, but for some, the bass will overpower the vocals or other instruments that are playing. Simply turn off the ULT feature to get a less bass-heavy sound, and it will sound fantastic to your ears.
With the ULT button, you can switch between two distinct bass sound types. Deep bass or punchy bass. All it takes is one button click to select between these two profiles. But if you are a bass-head, then this is for you. The bass at level 1 isn’t overpowering, but you can obtain deeper bass by just pressing the ULT button once again to get punchier bass.
It sounds amazing for pretty much anything else we tested, from R&B to the 90s and EDM to hip-hop. It even enhanced the depth of our classical playlist that we had on play while we worked. Everything sounded amazing.
If that’s not your thing, the Sony application has a 3-band equalisation function, too.
You can also connect the speaker to several other Sony wireless speakers using the compatible Sony Music Centre app because it has a “group with other speakers” feature. Numerous elements on the speaker itself can also be controlled via the app. In addition to updating the firmware, you can adjust the profiles to suit your needs.
In addition, you can monitor the remaining battery life and adjust various settings. We were shocked when we discovered that after a few days of using it sporadically, the battery life was still 60 or 65%. We never fully charged it when we first got it, so we are really astonished! With a 12-hour battery life rating, the speaker can be charged via USB Type C. Only when music is not being played at its highest volume can the stated endurance be considered good. It has a power consumption of about 7.5 watts.
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Over that, it enables quick charging; thus, in addition to charging quickly, the battery life is really long. For us, a 12-hour battery is excellent. Regarding the cost, the ULT Field 1 appears to be somewhat costly at the moment. The price of the gadget is approximately Rs 11,000, which might seem high to many.
Verdict
What a crazy speaker! We think this speaker, the Sony ULT FIELD 1, is excellent. From appearance to sound, everything is superb. The design and construction are really high-end. This time, the microphone is even better, and most importantly, the sound quality is simply outstanding. It has a booming bass. Thanks to its large tweeters, the audio is both crisp and powerful, coupled with improved clarity. Excellent material utilisation is evident in the rubberized borders, which double as a stand to support the speaker when it’s upright. This speaker is much more adaptable since, as we previously mentioned, you can adjust the audio profile to suit your demands. We adore the amount of bass that the ULT button adds.
All things considered, the Sony ULT FIELD 1 is the finest portable speaker available right now if you’re searching for one with great sound quality.
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Pros
- The ULT button gives you more bass and enhances other sounds.
- Can connect to iOS devices
- 12-hour battery
- Custom EQ
Cons
We could not find any; however, the lanyard quality could have been a little better with a clip to hang it anywhere.
