Sony GTK-X1BT - review of the model, customer reviews and experts

Sony likes to surprise its fans in the electronics market in the entertainment field. However, she can not create masterpieces infrequently. So, three decades after the presentation of the Walkman CD-player, the Japanese manufacturer presented another portable device, which is destined to become a legend for the next few decades. The focus of this article is the Sony GTK-X1BT boombox. The review of the model, customer and expert reviews, as well as comparison with other acoustic systems will allow users to get acquainted with the novelty.

Special offer

Combine in one device classroom acoustics, light music, DJ remote control and modern multimedia technology has been tried by many manufacturers in the world market for a long time, only the result is deplorable for all. Chinese manufacturers, in pursuit of low cost, forget about quality, and serious brands create boring systems in a conservative manner, which attract only a few buyers.

The Sony GTK-X1BT music center is the dream of any person who is able to satisfy the needs of any music lover, without reference to age, gender or nationality. This is a new player Sony Walkman, only in a modified shell, with improved functionality and great acoustic capabilities. It is worth one time to see this boombox in action, and the desire to own it will bring a music lover to the audio shop for purchase.

First meeting

The Sony GTK-X1BT music system, priced at around 20,000 rubles, comes in a huge package, which is not only bulky, but very heavy. However, after removing the gadget from the box, it turns out that the boom box is not that heavy, and the weight and large dimensions of the package were given to protective cardboard, foam and a lot of cellulose partitions that protected the hull of the music center from shocks during transportation.

Before the first start, the manufacturer recommends that the new owners dry the stereo system well, leaving it in a ventilated room for one day. It is clear that many buyers will ignore this advice, but experts still recommend to make sure that the speakers of the device are dry, otherwise they will just vomit at high volume.

Sound power above all

Concerning the acoustic capabilities of the Sony GTK-X1BT, the experts' reviews were divided into two camps. Some believe that the sound power of 500 watts according to the RMS standard for two speakers operating in different frequency bands is enough to extract high-quality sound. It is logical to assume that the stereo system is ready to cope with any genre, giving the user the entire frequency range from 20 to 20 000 Hz.

However, there are many questions to the boombox. First, the standard RMS. It shows a peak load, and the nominal in this case will be 300 watts (150 watts per speaker). That is, the power is artificially overstated by the manufacturer. There are also questions for high frequencies - after all, all middle-class speakers even have a separate "peeple" to play sound at high frequencies. To bass no one has any questions - they are deep, sensitive and do not interfere, even at maximum volume.

Innovative approach

Built-in Sony GTK-X1BT light-emitting diode, of course, far from the stroboscopes used on the dance floor, but with low light power LEDs are enough to create the atmosphere of a real disco. True, without sound, judging by the responses of the owners, the light-music does not look very attractive.

Finally, at least one manufacturer of the overall acoustic system has thought of providing its product with convenient handles for transporting the device. This is really a breakthrough in the multimedia market. It should be noted and the boombox capabilities to measure the sound in the room, determine the position of the speakers (vertical or horizontal) and automatically adjust the equalizer. That is, in a room, on the street, in a theater or in the bathroom - everywhere the sound will play without distortion.

Full availability for the sound source

By making a review of the Sony GTK-X1BT's music center, readers will surely find that the portable device is not only able to communicate via Bluetooth wireless, but also supports working with the NFC system, which was originally conceived by the developer to work in the banking sector. In fact, without unnecessary movements, the user just need to turn on NFC on his smartphone and put the mobile device on the speaker (in a special niche) for listening to music.

As for Bluetooth, the device supports several connections at once (the choice is made from the control panel), and there is also the possibility of authorization, which allows to exclude interference in the operation of acoustics from the outside. The device can also read music from a USB storage device, for this purpose the corresponding port is provided on the case, which has the function of charging mobile devices.

Hidden gadget features

Oddly enough, the manufacturer did not mention the additional features of the Sony Sony GTK-X1BT music center. If there are several similar devices, they can be combined into one system using the Party Chain function over the wireless network. The speakers connected to the head system will not only play the same music, but even the frequency settings they will borrow from the leading music center. Judging by the reviews of sellers, 4 such systems can manage any disco.

Before the owners of smartphones on the basis of "Android" additional options for controlling the stereo system are opened: remote control and additional settings. The product was equipped with a producer and a radio receiver, which copes with the search for radio stations and reproducing music in stereo. The whole column is one big antenna.

Control system

Users of the Sony GTK-X1BT's music center should begin by familiarizing themselves with the instruction manual, since the menu of the device is more like a spacecraft control system. On the negative about the settings of the stereo system, it's too early to speak, because the manufacturer in any case was testing the music center and found that even the child is able to deal with the management (in any case, there are no age restrictions on the package). It is necessary to take instructions, remote control, turn on music and perform the step-by-step actions prescribed in the manual.

As for the LCD screen with LED backlight, it is really small and little informative. Yes, in the dark it strengthens the club atmosphere, but most buyers want to see the functionality on the display, instead of enjoying the beautiful backlight.

The passion around Sony products

Readers could not help but notice that the review conducted on Sony GTK-X1BT's music center demonstrates the convenience and portability of the gadget, but its use for active outdoor recreation, far from civilization, is not advertised anywhere. The thing is that under the portability lies only the possibility of convenient transportation of the stereo system by one person. But without an electrical outlet, acoustics will not work.

It not only does not have a battery, but the device itself is not intended for mobile use. It is clear that such a manufacturer's approach will cause negative feedback from potential buyers, but we should not forget about the power - after all, 500 watts can not "rock" even a dozen car batteries. It's up to the user to decide what's more important - mobility or power.

Comparison with analogues

The Sony Music Center is considered exclusive on the world market - in terms of the "compactness-functionality" ratio, it simply does not have competitors in both the price niche and the reproducible capacity. And this is true, but many experts on audio systems still recommend buyers to get acquainted with other representatives of the market. Let them not be so powerful, but they have the right to participate in the review, if only because they have created their world-famous brands.

Bang & Olufsen introduced its product called BeoPlay A8. Yes, its power is only 10 watts, but in terms of sound quality, the product outperforms the Sony GTK-X1BT stereo system. User reviews have no complaints and to the acoustics of Marshall Woburn - 50 watts of ideal sound, support for wireless technologies and classic design have found their customers. Products Geneva Sound System M, B & W A7 Air, Harman Kardon Go also have the right to the title: "The best portable stereo".

User comments on the Sony GTK-X1BT

The main advantage, from which all the feedback from the owners of the stereo system begin, is the entourage. A ten-kilogram plastic device, when turned on, can turn any event into a grandiose holiday. Brought in the evening on the street - get in the courtyard of a real disco, you want to enjoy a quality sound in the family circle - please. There are no limitations with the product from Sony, the audio system reproduces all formats, determines any mobile devices - complete versatility.

To the disadvantages, oddly enough, many users attributed the remote DJ. It is uncomfortable and limited in functionality, and accordingly, quickly bothers. A little bit better with the tunable equalizer, but to achieve with its help the ideal sound was only a few users. The rest had to use an intellectual system. Naturally, the equalizer received negative feedback.

Finally

In general, the Sony GTK-X1BT stereo system is praiseworthy. The manufacturer seriously approached the problem, which is topical for many music lovers, and produced a very interesting solution. High power, functionality, convenience - everything is created for normal and cultural rest. As for the alternative, it is, but either the price is too high, or the power leaves much to be desired. Feedback from experts and most users converge - this is the best speaker system on the market for noisy parties at home.