Sony has launched a trio of new party speakers and they’re savage. The new ULT Power Sound Tower range arrives with a completely new aesthetic and have been tuned by some of the biggest names in hip-hop.
The new ULT Tower Max, ULT Tower 7 and ULT Tower 5 are perfect for parties, DJ sets, karaoke – and everyday listening (if you have the space), thanks to a combination of sheer might and surprising detail.
The Luxe Review attended their exclusive London unveiling and heard all three models in action. The first impression was one of sheer scale. These are powerful speakers, built around large circular woofers, high-capacity cabinets and a revamped bass system.
But there’s more going on here than simply making beats louder. The newly refined ULT design language and lighting system gives the range a uniform look, with improved usability (that ULT badge actually doubles as a control dial), while the listening sessions revealed a level of transparency and detail that was easy to appreciate.
Vocals are clean and accurate, even when asked to shake the room, and the speakers work across multiple genres – Pink Floyd’s ‘Time’ (The Dark Side of the Moon) sounding particularly crisp.. The models can be used solo or paired for stereo.
Want to spread the love further? A Party Chain mode uses Auracast to connect multiple compatible Sony speakers, and synchronise music and lighting, for whole home audio.
The new models were developed with input from hip-hop creators including Grammy-nominated producer Dot Da Genius, drummer, producer and musical director Daru Jones, record producer, songwriter and audio engineer and producer Dennis ‘ROC.am’ Jones, and DJ Dready, who flew in from LA to talk about the development of the new models, before playing an after-party DJ set.
There’s more going on here than simply making beats louder. The newly refined ULT design language gives the range a uniform look with improved usability…
Sony ULT Tower Power Sound features
At the heart of all three models is Sony’s new circular woofer design. It works with the enlarged cabinet volume and ULT Duct to generate deeper bass and greater sound pressure.
Enhanced Sound Field Optimization analyses the speaker’s position and surrounding noise levels before adjusting the overall sound balance across the frequency range. The system is designed to preserve clarity and balance in different environments rather than simply compensating for bass.
The collection also introduces four selectable sound modes. ULT1 enhances deep bass, while ULT2 takes the emphasis further with what Sony describes as body-shaking bass and stronger sound pressure. FLAT is intended to reproduce music closer to its original source, while LIVE creates a more spacious presentation designed to evoke the feel of a live performance while retaining vocal clarity.
Users can further adjust the sound through Custom EQ in Sony’s Sound Connect app.
The trio can be positioned vertically or horizontally. For the launch event, Sony arranged them into a literal wall of sound.
Sony ULT Tower party speakers compared
The flagship ULT Tower Max boasts three woofers, with two facing forwards and one positioned at the rear. A high-powered amplifier delivers up to 2,150 watts.
Four tweeters, mid-range speakers and the rear woofer work together to produce 360° Party Sound, intended to spread the sound around the room rather than concentrating it in one direction.
The mid-placed ULT Tower 7 has a 420 watt power plant, while the more compact ULT Tower 5 produces up to 300 watts. Both models are designed to be easier to move around, making them suitable for smaller parties, outdoor listening and everyday use.
The ULT Tower Max and ULT Tower 7 feature Sony’s upgraded wheels with wider treads and more comfortable carry handles. The ULT Tower 7 and ULT Tower 5 carry an IPX4 rating, giving them some protection for outdoor use.
Battery life extends to 30 hours on the ULT Tower 7 and up to 20 hours on the ULT Tower 5. The ULT Tower Max doesn’t have a built-in battery, and relies on mains power.
Whe it comes to connectivity, there’s XLR, RCA and USB-C connections, to cover a range of sources and DJ equipment. Karaoke is supported through Sony’s optional ULTMIC14 microphone.
The lighting system itself offers three modes. BEAT synchronises the lighting to the rhythm, WAVE provides more dynamic ambient effects, and MELLOW uses slower patterns for more relaxed listening.
After hearing all three speakers, the most interesting aspect of the new ULT range was the way Sony has balanced power and musicality. These ULT newcomers deliver unapologetic slam, but switch to FLAT, and the sound becomes far more revealing.
Voices are easier to follow. Individual elements within a mix become easier to track. This makes the ULT Power Sound Tower range far more versatile than you might first think.
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The Luxe Review 
Sony has launched a trio of new party speakers and they’re savage. The new ULT Power Sound Tower range arrives with a completely new aesthetic and have been tuned by some of the biggest names in hip-hop.
The new ULT Tower Max, ULT Tower 7 and ULT Tower 5 are perfect for parties, DJ sets, karaoke – and everyday listening (if you have the space), thanks to a combination of sheer might and surprising detail.
The Luxe Review attended their exclusive London unveiling and heard all three models in action. The first impression was one of sheer scale. These are powerful speakers, built around large circular woofers, high-capacity cabinets and a revamped bass system.
But there’s more going on here than simply making beats louder. The newly refined ULT design language and lighting system gives the range a uniform look, with improved usability (that ULT badge actually doubles as a control dial), while the listening sessions revealed a level of transparency and detail that was easy to appreciate.
Vocals are clean and accurate, even when asked to shake the room, and the speakers work across multiple genres – Pink Floyd’s ‘Time’ (The Dark Side of the Moon) sounding particularly crisp.. The models can be used solo or paired for stereo.
Want to spread the love further? A Party Chain mode uses Auracast to connect multiple compatible Sony speakers, and synchronise music and lighting, for whole home audio.
The new models were developed with input from hip-hop creators including Grammy-nominated producer Dot Da Genius, drummer, producer and musical director Daru Jones, record producer, songwriter and audio engineer and producer Dennis ‘ROC.am’ Jones, and DJ Dready, who flew in from LA to talk about the development of the new models, before playing an after-party DJ set.
Sony ULT Tower Power Sound features
At the heart of all three models is Sony’s new circular woofer design. It works with the enlarged cabinet volume and ULT Duct to generate deeper bass and greater sound pressure.
Enhanced Sound Field Optimization analyses the speaker’s position and surrounding noise levels before adjusting the overall sound balance across the frequency range. The system is designed to preserve clarity and balance in different environments rather than simply compensating for bass.
The collection also introduces four selectable sound modes. ULT1 enhances deep bass, while ULT2 takes the emphasis further with what Sony describes as body-shaking bass and stronger sound pressure. FLAT is intended to reproduce music closer to its original source, while LIVE creates a more spacious presentation designed to evoke the feel of a live performance while retaining vocal clarity.
Users can further adjust the sound through Custom EQ in Sony’s Sound Connect app.
The trio can be positioned vertically or horizontally. For the launch event, Sony arranged them into a literal wall of sound.
Sony ULT Tower party speakers compared
The flagship ULT Tower Max boasts three woofers, with two facing forwards and one positioned at the rear. A high-powered amplifier delivers up to 2,150 watts.
Four tweeters, mid-range speakers and the rear woofer work together to produce 360° Party Sound, intended to spread the sound around the room rather than concentrating it in one direction.
The mid-placed ULT Tower 7 has a 420 watt power plant, while the more compact ULT Tower 5 produces up to 300 watts. Both models are designed to be easier to move around, making them suitable for smaller parties, outdoor listening and everyday use.
The ULT Tower Max and ULT Tower 7 feature Sony’s upgraded wheels with wider treads and more comfortable carry handles. The ULT Tower 7 and ULT Tower 5 carry an IPX4 rating, giving them some protection for outdoor use.
Battery life extends to 30 hours on the ULT Tower 7 and up to 20 hours on the ULT Tower 5. The ULT Tower Max doesn’t have a built-in battery, and relies on mains power.
Whe it comes to connectivity, there’s XLR, RCA and USB-C connections, to cover a range of sources and DJ equipment. Karaoke is supported through Sony’s optional ULTMIC14 microphone.
The lighting system itself offers three modes. BEAT synchronises the lighting to the rhythm, WAVE provides more dynamic ambient effects, and MELLOW uses slower patterns for more relaxed listening.
After hearing all three speakers, the most interesting aspect of the new ULT range was the way Sony has balanced power and musicality. These ULT newcomers deliver unapologetic slam, but switch to FLAT, and the sound becomes far more revealing.
Voices are easier to follow. Individual elements within a mix become easier to track. This makes the ULT Power Sound Tower range far more versatile than you might first think.
The ULT Tower Max sells for £1,299. The ULT Tower 7 lands at £499, while the ULT Tower 5 is priced at £349.
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