Sony's Best Midrange Portable Speaker Is $150 Off Right Now
Sony's ULT Field 5 portable speaker is currently available for $198, a significant discount from its original price of $349.99. This speaker is praised for its portability, long battery life, and robust features, making it ideal for outdoor use and parties. It includes a ten-band EQ, a waterproof design, and the ability to connect with other speakers through Party Connect.
- ▪The ULT Field 5 is currently priced at $198, over 40% off its original price.
- ▪It features a ten-band EQ and a waterproof, dustproof, shockproof, and rustproof design.
- ▪The speaker offers 25 hours of battery life with ULT Power on, and a quick charge provides two hours of listening time.
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Sony is well known for its excellent headphones, but the company also makes some excellent speakers. One of its latest rugged portable speakers is the ULT Field 5, which launched in the spring of 2025 along with the ULT Field 3 and ULT Tower 9. This speaker falls between the ULT Field 3 and the ULT Field 7 in price and features, hitting the sweet spot of portability and power. It's my pick for the best midrange speaker released last year, and you can currently pick one up for $198, more than 40% off the original $349.99 price—a near-record low for this speaker, according to price-tracking tools.
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