IN APRIL 2024, SONY UNVEILED A NEW LINE OF ULT POWER SOUND BASS PRODUCTS. At the same time, two exciting new products were launched at the same time, namely the subwoofer noise-cancelling headphones ULT WEAR and the subwoofer portable Bluetooth speaker ULT FIELD 1. The new products of this series are firmly focused on the bass-heavy music experience, and are committed to bringing users shocking bass enjoyment.
The Sony ULT FIELD 1 portable Bluetooth speaker is equipped with the iconic subwoofer ULT button, a clever design that allows users to instantly turn on the bass mode with a simple press of a button. Sony's ULT FIELD 1 portable Bluetooth speaker has a sleek and compact look and comes with a lanyard for use on both outdoor and indoor lounging. The speaker also supports a stable and fast Bluetooth connection, so you can get rid of cables.
Next, let's follow the I love audio network to learn more about the specific performance of this product in daily life.
Guided tour
Sony ULT FIELD 1 is a portable bluetooth speaker, in order to fully experience the product, I love audio network from the appearance design, hands-on experience and data measurement three aspects of detailed testing and recording. This article is logically structured as follows, and you can quickly find relevant content based on the subheadings in the article.
- Guided tour
- Packaging & Design
- Packaging & Accessories
- Design
- Get hands-on
- Connectivity & Functionality
- Sound quality performance
- Portable experience
- Data measurement
- Measured weight
- Charging and battery life
- Device compatibility
- Connection distance test
- I love the audio network summary
Packaging & Design
Packaging & Accessories
The packaging box uses cool black as the main color, the left side of the front is the product information introduction, and the right side is painted with the main body of the product.
The "SONY" logo is printed in white in the upper left corner of the front, and the words "ULT POWER SOUND" are printed in colorful gradients below. In the lower left corner, the product model and color are marked, and there is also the word "12h" next to it that represents battery life. According to the information displayed on the box, this product is in the color "Deep Forest Gray".
The left side of the package also has the "SONY" logo, and it is specially marked with "Made for iPhone |". iPod”。 On the left side, there are also printed information such as precautions for use and the manufacturer.
On the right side of the package, there is a prompt to scan the code to register the product and activate the electronic insurance card, and a QR code is attached next to it. In the lower left corner, the words "Wireless Speaker SRS-ULT10" are also marked. On the right side is the product label information, including the barcode, production date, etc.
The back of the package is vertically typeset, with the "SONY" logo in white on the top, and the words "ULT POWER SOUND" printed in a multicolored gradient color, and "ULT FIELD 1" next to it. A product diagram is drawn underneath with the words "Bass ULT Button" printed in prominent white lettering. There is also some product information in the lower right corner, including "approx. 12 hours battery life", "IP67 dust/water resistance", and "Bluetooth".
Information such as battery life and dust and water resistance is printed on the bottom of the package.
The top of the package is relatively simple, with only the "SONY" logo in the upper left corner.
Open the package, the speaker body and all accessories as above. The Sony ULT FIELD 1 comes with a list of speakers, charging cables, and paper manuals.
A list of charging cables, a USB-A to USB-C cable.
Design
Look back at the product itself. The Sony ULT FIELD 1 has a three-stage structure with a cylindrical design with a square center and a circle. The main areas are wrapped in mesh fabric with soft rubber on both sides. The evaluation product is a forest gray color scheme, and the actual color is dark gray with a little green. There is a colorful Sony logo in the middle of the front of the product, which is cool and textured.
The top center is the control area, from left to right, there are power buttons, Bluetooth, play\call, volume down, volume up, and round ULT buttons.
Above the power button, there is a small power indicator; Underneath it is a charging indicator.
There is a square soft rubber protective cover on the back of the product, which is designed to be opened, and the Type-C charging port is hidden inside.
Type-C充电接口附近有索尼Logo和”IP67“字样。
The information marked on the soft cover includes: YY7862E wireless speaker, 5V 3A DC input, as well as product and manufacturer information.
Both sides of the product have a soft rubber cut-out structure, and the black passive diaphragm can be seen through the middle.
The lanyard is attached to the cut-out structure on both sides of the product, which is sturdy, but it looks a bit like a shoelace.
The difference is that the lanyard hole in the cut-out structure on the left side extends from the top, while the lanyard hole on the right is only on the side.
The bottom of the product is relatively simple, with only the seams of the panel. The product size is about 206×77×76mm.
Get hands-on
Connectivity & Functionality
The Sony ULT FIELD 1 is a portable Bluetooth speaker that needs to be connected to a mobile phone, tablet and other devices via Bluetooth before use.
Press the power button once to turn it on, the speaker will automatically enter pairing mode when used for the first time, and the Bluetooth indicator will start flashing. In the Bluetooth interface of the mobile phone, select "ULT FIELD 1" to match the speaker, and you can play music directly after successful connection.
In addition, you can also download the "Music Center" software and follow the software prompts to connect the speaker, which is not difficult to operate.
After the software is successfully connected, you can see the power level of the speaker. You can also view and play your phone's local music in the "Music Center" app, or jump to other music apps to play songs.
If you have two Sony ULT FIELD 1 loudspeakers, you can use the "Combine with other speakers" function on the software to create a two-channel stereo for better sound.
On the software settings page, you can change the sound of your speaker, the quality of your Bluetooth connection, the power options, and more, and you can also turn it off directly from the app.
If you don't want to use the software, you can control most of the functions with the touch of a button.
After powering on via the power button, press the Bluetooth button once to enter the pairing state. Tap the play button to play or pause the music, and you can also connect to the phone. Double-tap the play button to switch to the next song, and triple-click the play button to switch to the previous song. Tap Volume Down, Volume Down, Tap Volume Plus Volume Up.
These are common function keys for Bluetooth speakers,The keys are soft to the touch,There are bulges on the surface,You can operate blindly after familiarity。
The Sony ULT FIELD 1 is also equipped with a special ULT button that allows you to switch to ULT mode, also known as bass boost mode. After the switch is successful, there will be a prompt sound, the built-in light of the button will be lit up, and different colors can be seen from different angles, which is very distinctive.
Sound quality performance
The Sony ULT FIELD 1 is equipped with dual speakers, and the two-way design allows the subwoofer and the tweeter to be responsible for different frequency bands, resulting in a more natural sound. At the same time, it is also blessed by Sony's self-developed DSP tuning, which can increase low frequencies and keep vocals clear.
There are two passive diaphragms at each end of the speaker, so you can see the vibrations rise and fall when playing music.
IN TERMS OF ACTUAL EXPERIENCE, THE SONY ULT FIELD 1 PLAYS MUSIC, AND THE VOCALS ARE CLEAR AND PENETRATING, WITH A WIDE SOUNDSTAGE, BUT THE LOW FREQUENCY IS WEAK IN DEFAULT MODE. After turning on the ULT mode, the bass part has been significantly improved, and the drum beat is much thicker, but it feels like the layering will be reduced, which is more suitable for friends who like bass.
The Sony ULT FIELD 1 has a strong sonic power, and the sound can cover the open office space without turning it up to the maximum. And even at loud volumes, there are no noticeable pops and other problems.
Portable experience
PORTABILITY IS ONE OF THE KEY FEATURES OF SONY'S ULT FIELD 1, AND IT HAS BEEN DESIGNED WITH PORTABILITY IN MIND IN MANY WAYS.
The cylindrical design of the Sony ULT FIELD 1 makes it easy to grip with one hand, making it easy to move and store at any time.
The lanyard installed at the factory is very practical, you can carry the speaker by hand, or you can hang the speaker anywhere. The length of the lanyard can be adjusted to meet the needs of different scenarios.
THE SONY ULT FIELD 1 CAN BE PLACED NOT ONLY FLAT, BUT ALSO VERTICALLY.
However, due to the different design of the lanyard holes on both sides, only one side can be placed vertically as a base.
The soft rubber texture of the base adopts a hollow design, and it can sound normally when placed vertically.
The Sony ULT FIELD 1 supports IP67 dust and water resistance, making it more reliable to use in outdoor scenes such as the beach. However, it should be noted that the protective cover should be firmly closed before use, otherwise the waterproof ability may be reduced.
Data measurement
Measured weight
I love audio network uses a high-precision scale to weigh the Sony ULT FIELD 1 after the weight test, the weight of the speaker is 646.3g. There is a sense of weight, but it is not particularly heavy.
Charging and battery life
In terms of charging, the measured charging power of the Sony ULT FIELD 1 is about 6.7 watts, the voltage is about 4.9V, and the current is about 1.3A.
Endurance part,According to reports,The speaker is at 25% volume,Turn on ULT mode,Battery life can reach about 12 hours。 The volume is at 50%, and the ULT mode is turned on, and the battery life can reach about 3 hours. The speaker supports charging and use, and you don't have to worry too much about battery life when camping outdoors.
Device compatibility
Sony's ULT FIELD 1 supports Bluetooth wireless connection and control, and we tested the compatibility of the speaker's main functions to test whether they can be smoothly linked to mainstream mobile phones.
The test results are as above. Sony's ULT FIELD 1 works smoothly with iOS, Android, and HarmonyOS smartphones, and can play music, pause, and adjust the volume of music.
When it comes to calls, the Sony ULT FIELD 1's built-in microphone suppresses echoes generated during calls to improve call quality.
Connection distance test
The Sony ULT FIELD 1 supports Bluetooth wireless connectivity and uses Bluetooth 5.3.
We fixed the mobile phone connected to Sony ULT FIELD 1 at the front desk of the editorial department of I Love Audio Network, and walked the portable speaker to three points A, B, and C to test the connection stability and anti-interference performance of the speaker. Thereinto:
Point A is 8 meters away and passes through a plasterboard wall
Point B is 16 meters away and passes through 16 workstations
Point C is 12 meters away and passes through two plasterboard walls and some office workstations
The test found that the Sony ULT FIELD 1 can play music normally at A, B, and C points, and there is no disconnection. The device can have a stable connection with the mobile phone, and has a good Bluetooth connection ability, so there is no need to worry about the stability of the connection in daily life.
I love the audio network summary
SONY'S ULT FIELD 1 DELIVERS SATISFYING SOUND QUALITY THANKS TO A TWO-WAY DESIGN. The built-in ULT mode can effectively enhance the bass effect, and it can be switched with one click, so friends who like bass can get a good experience. The speaker is very explosive in terms of volume, and can easily meet the needs of a variety of scenes, including outdoor camping and gatherings at the beach, lawn and other places.
The Sony ULT FIELD 1 has good portability and is optimized for outdoor use scenarios, including a practical lanyard design, IP67 dust and water resistance, etc., plus good battery life, whether you go to the beach or outdoor camping, you can use it with confidence. If you want a Bluetooth speaker with good bass and good portability, this product is worth considering.