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Sony GTK-XB5 High Power Home Audio System $131.15 Delivered @ Sony Store

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aussieprepper on 16/08/2018 - 09:57 store.sony.com.au (4478 clicks)
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Hey folks the GTX5B is $122.15 at the Sony Store plus delivery of $9 while it is $174 at JBHiFi.

Sony state the original price as $174.50 while JBHiFi state the original price as $349 and it is still $264 at the Goodguys.

I fixed the post it may be confusing to read. My life story follows below lol.
JBHiFi have this Bluetooth speaker on sale for $174 but they had no output specs. So i checked out the Sonystore and they have the speaker even cheaper at $122.15. Even Sonystore has no damn output specs stated.

Only the black model is $122.15 the other colours are more expensive.

Well its all good i found it cheaper but i still can't find the output specs? lol.

Key Features

Enjoy deep, punchy bass with EXTRA BASS

Bring home the festival atmosphere with line and speaker lights

Get great sound vertically or horizontally with a flexible setup

Connect multiple systems with Party Chain

Easy Bluetooth® connectivity with NFC One-touch

Electrical & Electronics Sony Speakers

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  • Sainter Dad on 16/08/2018 - 09:59

    Thanks

  • sydboy007 on 16/08/2018 - 10:20
    +10

    Power requirements:
    North American model: AC 120 V,
    60 Hz
    Other models: AC 120 V  240 V,
    50/60 Hz
    Power consumption:
    30 W
    Standby power consumption:
    When BLUETOOTH standby mode is
    set to off: 0.5 W (eco mode)
    When BLUETOOTH standby mode is
    set to on: 2.8 W (all wireless network
    ports on)
    Dimensions (W/H/D) (Approx.):
    262 mm × 524 mm × 273 mm
    (10 3/8 in × 20 3/4 in × 10 3/4 in)
    Mass (Approx.):
    7 kg (15 lb 7 oz)

    Speaker section
    Tweeter:
    50 mm (2 in) × 2, cone type
    Woofer:
    130 mm (5 1/8 in) × 2, cone type
    Inputs
    AUDIO/PARTY CHAIN IN L/R:
    Voltage 2 V, impedance 10 kilohms
    Outputs
    AUDIO/PARTY CHAIN OUT L/R:
    Voltage 2 V, impedance 600 ohms
    BLUETOOTH section
    Communication system:
    BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0
    Output:
    BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2
    Maximum output power:
    < -2.6 dBm
    Maximum communication range:
    Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 feet)1)
    Frequency band:
    2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz –
    2.4835 GHz)
    Modulation method:
    FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread
    Spectrum)
    Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles2):
    A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
    Profile)
    AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control
    Profile)
    SPP (Serial Port Profile)
    Supported codecs:
    SBC (Sub Band Codec)
    AAC (Advanced Audio Coding)
    LDAC

  • Patz5354 on 16/08/2018 - 10:32
    +1

    Sign up to get free delivery ^_^

    Thanks bought one.

  • Yaren24 on 16/08/2018 - 10:42

    I have the JBL Xtreme, this deal is really good, hesitating atm..

    • baldur on 16/08/2018 - 11:21

      Which is better?

      • Yaren24 on 16/08/2018 - 11:49

        Oh well, JBL is bit smaller, but I am an audio freak, I have small bluetooth speakers, large like JBL Xtreme, and just bought this one. For $122, you can't go wrong man, for the same price, you getting ue boom 2, I would buy this one for sure.

  • unit0000 on 16/08/2018 - 11:06

    Great post! Just purchased! Thanks.

  • Dealayed on 16/08/2018 - 11:08

    Looks like a price error as other colours are $244

    • aussieprepper on 16/08/2018 - 11:28

      Yea but this colour was $174.50 so its probably been on sale for a while.

      • endotherm on 17/08/2018 - 21:49

        Sony often sell one colour of an item at a different price to others listed in their store. Usually works the other way around though (more expensive):) . Must have something to do with stock levels.

  • Hybroid on 16/08/2018 - 11:23
    +2

    That's a fantastic deal! Ordered, thanks!

    Edit: Couldn't help myself and ordered another one to connect together for less than price of one retail. Perfect!

    • giventofly on 16/08/2018 - 15:22

      I'm gonna regret not doing this.

      • Hybroid on 16/08/2018 - 15:24

        Imagine them on either side of a large TV! ;)

  • unit0000 on 16/08/2018 - 11:23
    +3

    Note - this does NOT have a battery. It has to be plugged in.

  • The Informer on 16/08/2018 - 11:29

    I have the bose revolve plus and wanna know how they compare, anyone? I probably might give em a listen at JB later on the day but just a curious thought

  • Moses on 16/08/2018 - 11:31

    I can pair this with a google mini right?

  • gturner on 16/08/2018 - 11:32

    Is this a bluetooth only speaker? Can you connect any other way?

    • aussieprepper on 16/08/2018 - 11:38

      Hey mate it appears to have bluetooth and also an analogue connection it has a left and right input but i don't have one so I'm not sure how it works.

    • [Deactivated] on 16/08/2018 - 11:38
      +2

      It's a mystery speaker with no specs, according to the Sony website.

      But it does say: "Enjoy deep, punchy bass with EXTRA BASS".

      EXTRA BASS

      • cypher67 on 16/08/2018 - 12:56

        Who doesn't love a little BASS on BASS action?

        • [Deactivated] on 16/08/2018 - 13:03

          I like to be punched by BASS.

          Better than being kicked by TROUT.

    • Jhonka on 16/08/2018 - 11:41

      It has RCA input/output.

      Fond this in the manual.

      Using an optional equipment
      1 Connect an optional equipment (i.e. WALKMAN®,smartphone, TV, DVD player,IC recorder, etc.) to the AUDIO/PARTY CHAIN IN L/R jacks on the unit using an audio cord (not supplied).
      2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the AUDIO IN indicator on the unit lights up.
      3 Start playback on theconnected equipment.

      • gturner on 16/08/2018 - 11:49

        sweet - i have a few of them lying around just in case it is needed.
        Thanks for the research

  • m2000 on 16/08/2018 - 11:34
    +2

    for those interested, some videos to look at the real thing
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KpQeX8ciu0
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Kf7THvYnhs

  • Roko on 16/08/2018 - 11:35
    +1

    No Delivery Charges were added for me. Thanks for the Post its an awesome deal

  • StrykerV on 16/08/2018 - 11:37
    +1

    Thanks! Ordered one. No delivery charge for my existing account

  • giventofly on 16/08/2018 - 11:43

    Got free delivery, too. Thanks for the post!

    Had been wanting something for the garage - I think this should do it.

  • ABA on 16/08/2018 - 11:54
    +1

    Thanks, ordered two.

    edit - Just realised, I forgot to use cashrewards :-(

  • Wiser on 16/08/2018 - 12:01

    How much is Cashrewards?

    • Hinee on 16/08/2018 - 12:05

      2.1%

  • Hinee on 16/08/2018 - 12:05
    +2

    I have absolutely no need for this yet am incredibly interested. Just another day on ozb

  • tightm8 on 16/08/2018 - 12:10

    These things look really punchy and loud, but not the greatest quality, it's like the Sony Muteki systems.

    • Hybroid on 16/08/2018 - 12:13

      It's the opposite way around. Good quality but not very punchy and loud. It's ideal for smaller spaces and apartments etc. Better if you daisy chain two together but apparently the smaller B3 and larger B7 models both have better sound.

  • easternculture on 16/08/2018 - 12:10
    -1

    I used pricepal 4.5% cashback

    Seems like they are back on track. Got paid my cashback pending last week

  • dorian_gray on 16/08/2018 - 12:12

    It is 174.50 when I add it in my cart.

  • citybargainhunter on 16/08/2018 - 12:12

    shows $174.50 now

  • [Deactivated] on 16/08/2018 - 12:14

    same here price 122.15 but 174.50 when added to cart other colors when added to the cart revert back to the non-sale price as well

  • dmiser on 16/08/2018 - 12:17

    174.50 for me too, now. It seems they have corrected the typo!

  • Yaren24 on 16/08/2018 - 12:31

    I hope they don't cancel all the orders like the Good Guys.

  • brucemighty on 16/08/2018 - 12:34

    Show 174.50 to me

  • scorpiosony on 16/08/2018 - 13:15
    +2

    Damn, second time today I missed good deal.

  • Melb69 on 16/08/2018 - 13:20

    The newer version although more expensive has a battery for full flexibility and they can be linked wirelessly. Punchy output. Cheap price as originally the 5 was alot more when first released over a year or so ago.

  • rav_stk on 16/08/2018 - 14:24

    Purchased through JB hifi in the morning around 11ish , I wish i had checked ozbargain before buying…. i had listened to similar one with the battery and they sounded pretty good. Hope non battery ones are as good.

    • Yaren24 on 16/08/2018 - 15:13

      Do you like it? Is it loud?

      • rav_stk on 21/08/2018 - 14:10

        for that much price, its definitely worth it. Its loud enough for my house :).

    • Melb69 on 16/08/2018 - 19:37

      @rav_stk The 5 is fine. The battery version is essentially the same just with the battery.

      • rav_stk on 21/08/2018 - 14:11

        Yes, that is correct. Only downside is no microphone in on these ones.

  • giventofly on 16/08/2018 - 16:05

    Wonder if I can put a chromecast audio on this. Cheaper alternative to the Home max.

    • ABA on 17/08/2018 - 10:54

      You should be able to do this. This is what I am going to do.

  • easternculture on 16/08/2018 - 17:21
    -1

    Had to convince the bo$$ to let me buy one , she denied my request for a 2nd one

    BTW got it for the discounted price

    • Yaren24 on 16/08/2018 - 18:15

      How many speakers do you have?

      • easternculture on 16/08/2018 - 18:31

        Only 1.

        • Yaren24 on 16/08/2018 - 19:40

          I got 2, this is my 3rd bluetooth speaker.

  • easternculture on 17/08/2018 - 14:14

    mine has been shipped

    • Hybroid on 17/08/2018 - 17:50

      Same! Got a confirmation order on both seperate orders. Glad to see Sony honouring this but expecting a really really long delivery time as per usual from them. TV bought from them took weeks and several chase ups becuase they were 'busy'.

      • endotherm on 17/08/2018 - 21:09

        Bought a couple of these with the EOFY mid-year sales, cost me another $50 each despite the 20%-odd discount. Delivery Sydney-Melbourne was quick though, 2 days for one and overnight for the other.

  • giventofly on 18/08/2018 - 08:11

    Mine has been shipped with DHL, too

  • easternculture on 21/08/2018 - 10:27
    -1

    Got mine delivered yesterday. Planning to setup and test tonight.

    If all good, going to try and price match another one via receipt at JB tomorrow

    • jaym84 on 21/08/2018 - 18:27

      Can JB price match that?

      • easternculture on 21/08/2018 - 19:05

        No harm trying

        Worst case scenario they say no and I walk out empty hanged

        Best case scenario they say no and I walk out with $123 in my wallet

  • endotherm on 21/08/2018 - 13:25

    Does anyone have a screen grab of Sony's page showing this deal, or a copy of a receipt (delete your private details) proving they sold them at this price? I want to do a credit card price protection claim for a pair of these I bought a couple of months ago and they require some proof the price went down this far. Thanks.

    • Hybroid on 21/08/2018 - 19:23

      https://i.imgur.com/MaLUl5Q.png

      Both arrived today, paired up and absolutely fantastic. Well worth the deal price. Very happy!

      • easternculture on 21/08/2018 - 21:34

        Set it up but my ZVOX SOUNDBASE 220 Sounds much better

        • Hybroid on 24/08/2018 - 18:32

          Did you manage to set 2 up to TV? Seems the partychain works great over bluetooth to iPhone but if you line-in from TV, partychain doesn't work? Do we need an amp or something?

        • Hybroid on 24/08/2018 - 19:34

          @Hybroid: Managed to MacGuyver it with dual RCA to 3.5mm cables from Officeworks and a twin 3.55m splitter into the TV headphone jack.

          Might look at some optical toslink or still consider an amp but doubt will notice the difference.

        • endotherm on 24/08/2018 - 20:18

          @Hybroid: I've only ever connected wirelessly, so I haven't used an RCA connection. I would think you would be able to run a cable from the TV output to the input of one speaker (P. 21 of the manual). Technically the speakers each have an inbuilt amp, don't get too distracted by all the pictures of amps throughout the manual. That is more for if you are having a party and want every sound system in the house to be synced with a master player (of course we have a full amp/speaker combo in every room of the house, don't we!). Once you have one speaker working wired, you can use the speaker add function (P.19 of the manual) to add the second speaker - wirelessly - with the option of mono or separate left/right. I wouldn't have thought it needed to be this complex if you cabled it with RCA cables though. Simply — out of the TV, line in on the first speaker, line out of the first speaker to line in of the second speaker (use the example on P. 17 of the manual, substituting your TV for the speaker, and substitute a speaker for each amp pictured). I can't see the need to loop it back again to the source unit, as illustrated in the previous example on P.16.

        • jaym84 on 26/08/2018 - 16:32

          @Hybroid:

          Do you think it's worth it buying two (2) speakers just for the TV? Did you notice any big difference connecting two (2) speakers to the TV? Or, one speaker would be enough for the size of 49"TV?

        • Hybroid on 27/08/2018 - 19:57

          @jaym84: Depends on the size of the room I guess. If you live in an apartment then 1 speaker is definitely more than enough. I think the second was probably excessive for me and the connection between them is pretty poor. For example, you cannot enable partychain mode when you use audio-in, only via Bluetooth which is stupid. Sound quality is definitely pretty good though and well worth the price.

          Biggest difference is direction of sound. I got the 60" Sony TV that was on offer from here so putting one on the side doesn't sound right but one on either side is much much better. Playing something like Dark Knight off Netflix sounds fantastic with them.

          If you can place one speaker on it's side in the center then it's more than adequate.

  • Yaren24 on 27/08/2018 - 11:39

    Just got, thanks OP, this is best bluetooth speaker I ever had in my life. Keep up with the good work. :)

  • ABA on 28/08/2018 - 21:06

    I have also received mine. Planning to use 2x of these with Chromecast audio. Does anyone know how I can set them up in stereo mode?

    • endotherm on 29/08/2018 - 13:13
      • Power up both speakers, set one up in bluetooth pairing mode
      • Connect to the speaker via bluetooth.
      • quickly press "speaker add" on the first speaker
      • quickly press "speaker add" on the second speaker, this joins both speakers in "dual stereo" mode (stereo on both speakers)
      • press and hold the speaker add button on one speaker, it will change one speaker to wholly left, the other to wholly right. Repeat this step to swap left and right.

      It's in the manual on p19:

  • endotherm on 29/08/2018 - 13:14

    Thanks everyone who helped me out with a copy of their purchase receipt, I successfully got over $50 per speaker refunded on my credit card price protection.

  • niish150887 on 29/08/2018 - 18:09

    Anyone who has purchased this willing to sell ? I am happy to pay between $175 + Shipping ?

    I missed out this and completely regret it :(

    • endotherm on 30/08/2018 - 01:02

      They are still available as SECONDS for $189 delivered on ebay from Sony https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/SONY-GTKXB5B-EXTRA-BASS-High-Pow… I've bought their seconds products before, they are identical to a brand new one with the same warranty etc. They might have been unpacked from the box and checked, or have slight box damage or had a small fault rectified. Worth it for the price. The Sony site is showing them for $264, but out of stock for the "new" stock.

  • niish150887 on 30/08/2018 - 17:06

    Thanks I did see that but was unsure of the product quality as i have never purchased an refurbished item before.

    In coma prison how is this ?

    https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/SONY-MHCV11-One-Box-High-Power-H…

    Thanks

    • endotherm on 30/08/2018 - 19:22

      In my experience, SECONDS and REFURB items from the big boys like Apple, Sony etc are excellent, sometimes indistinguishable from a brand new unit. It may in some cases have had the plastic removed that protects the final finish, but there is no visible scratches and damage. I feel good that a human has thoroughly checked the unit functions 100% following repair or part replacement. Sometimes a new unit is DOA straight off the factory floor. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend seconds to anyone. We are not talking the scratch-and-dent corner of a department store with parts missing here.

      In my experience, refurb Apple products I've bought are indistinguishable from a brand new item. With Sony, they were mainly cosmetic defects. A mobile phone I recently bought had the slightest of scuffs on the back plate (I assume it slid on the workbench while a screen was replaced), easily covered with a phone cover anyway. And on one GTKXB5, there was a scratch on the back panel next to a screw (a screwdriver obviously slipped). Almost invisible and in no way affects the operation of the unit. Otherwise perfect in every way. I've seen worse damage caused by some people unpacking a new unit.

      With regards to the MHCV11, it is more of an all-in-one party box. It has all of the bluetooth/line-in features of the XB5 etc, but it has a DJ jog wheel, controls and displays to operate it locally without having to resort to an app on a mobile device. It also includes a CD player. It has a larger single woofer (as opposed to the two smaller ones in the XB5). From what I've heard of the two units on display at JBHIFI, they were similar volume, but I didn't max them out. I'm not sure if the V11 has an inbuilt battery, which is a welcome addition (I also have the XB60 bluetooth speakers which is a small step up from the XB5, much nicer to be able to go cordless).

      If you are only getting a single unit, and for the sake of $50 more, I'd probably go for the MHCV11.

  • niish150887 on 31/08/2018 - 08:57

    Awesome..Thanks for the detailed response and explanation.. I will go ahead and purchase GTK-XB5.. happy to save $50 more as this will be a upgrade for me anyway from Iphone 6 where i listen to music now ..ha ha ha

  • niish150887 on 04/09/2018 - 14:35
    +1

    I missed out last time as when i went to buy it was already sold out . but lucky me there was another one available this morning and with the promo code on SONY EBAY ( PIXEL) i was able to purchase it for $151.20

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