Sony says the XG300 gets up to 25 hours of music playback per charge, though that will depend on your listening volume, and whether you enable certain settings like Mega Bass mode. If you want a speaker that can hold its own on the beach, you’ve found it. Sony’s XG300 is one of the few premium portable speakers that’s earned an IP67 durability rating, which means it's dust-proof and can be fully submerged under water without being damaged.

If you feel like the sound needs a little more low-end, you can add it by pressing the Mega Bass button. The XG300’s new look is matched by a four-driver speaker system that includes two woofers and a pair of tweeters that ensures your music will sound balanced. Raised buttons on the top of the XG300 make it easy to pair your device, switch tracks, or adjust the volume.

Aesthetically, this is the best-looking portable speaker Sony has put out in years, from the linen-wrapped exterior to the soft plastic handle. The XG300 is Sony’s latest high-end portable speaker, and we’re surprised to see it on sale so soon after its launch.

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