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Sony launches new ULT Tower party speakers
- Sony has introduced three new ULT Tower party speakers, which replace older models.
- The new lineup includes the ULT Tower 5, ULT Tower 7, and ULT Tower Max, each with different sizes and bass capabilities.
- All speakers come with multiple connectivity options including XLR, RCA, and USB-C, and feature a new Party Chain capability using Auracast.
- The pricing for the new speakers is set at $449.99 for the ULT Tower 5, $649.99 for the ULT Tower 7, and $1,499.99 for the ULT Tower Max.
- The speakers are available from September 2026.
Details on ULT Tower speaker features
- The ULT Tower 5 is the smallest in the lineup, weighing 29 pounds and featuring two midrange speakers, two tweeters, and a 230mm woofer.
- The ULT Tower 7 weighs 50 pounds and includes two midrange speakers, four tweeters, and a 280mm woofer.
- The ULT Tower Max is the largest, weighing 121 pounds and featuring three 280mm woofers, two midrange speakers, and four tweeters.
- The ULT Tower 7 and ULT Tower Max feature 360-degree sound that projects audio from all sides.
CuriousCats Full Story
Sony has introduced its latest ULT Tower party speakers, the ULT Tower 5, 7, and Max, designed to elevate audio experiences at gatherings.27
These speakers are engineered for deep bass and 360-degree sound, making them ideal for parties and events.10
The ULT Tower 5 is the smallest model, weighing 29 pounds and featuring two midrange speakers, two tweeters, and a 230mm woofer.
The ULT Tower 7 weighs 50 pounds and includes two midrange speakers, four tweeters, and a 280mm woofer.8
At the top of the line, the ULT Tower Max weighs 121 pounds and boasts three 280mm woofers, two midrange speakers, and four tweeters, delivering what Sony claims is the most powerful bass yet in a party speaker.9
Key Insight
“The ULT Tower Max weighs 121 pounds and features three 280mm woofers, while the ULT Tower 7 offers 30 hours of battery life and IPX4 water resistance. Sony also partnered with Red Bull Dance Your Style 2026, supporting events as official wireless speaker partner.”
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“Sony just introduced a trio of new ULT Tower party speakers, each of which replaces an older model.”
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Morningstar
“SAN DIEGO, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics today unveils three new speakers to its ULT POWER SOUND1 series: ULT TOWER MAX, ULT TOWER 7, and ULT TOWER 5.”
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