GPO Brooklyn 1980s Style Boombox CD Tape Player, Portable Dab Radio with FM and DAB+ Radio, USB Recording, Bluetooth Receiver, AUX-IN, Twin Speakers, Silver

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Sometimes compact is better, and Panasonic makes one of the best compact boomboxes. While small, this system is well designed and can match some of the sound quality of some of its larger counterparts.

While it doesn’t offer a rechargeable battery, this boombox only requires 2 AA batteries to operate, making it cheap to operate compared to other boomboxes that require 8-10 D batteries. Hang onto your cassettes, because you’re about to get a literal blast from the past with this awesomely retro-styled Brooklyn portable boombox! GPO Brooklyn - Boombox Stereo Bringing the '80s boombox bang up to date, the GPO Brooklyn gives you sound and style in equal measure. Fully portable with two 40 watt speakers, control the Volume, Balance, Bass and Treble, stream via Bluetooth, play Cassettes, CDs or use the DAB and DAB+ radio. FEATURES The speaker has Bluetooth or a wired USB connection and there are guitar and mic inputs. It's also worth noting that the speaker is IPX4 splash-proof and you can wirelessly link two PartyBox 110 speakers together for stereo sound. I didn't test the stereo mode, but I was impressed with the sound of a single PartyBox 110 -- this bluetooth device puts out lots of well-defined bass with good overall clarity in the highs and mids -- and I suspect that pairing two of these together would be pretty awesome.Not every boom box is created equal. Before investing in a new boombox, you should take your time and research the different brands and products. From sound quality to portability, here are some of the key features that you should look for in a boombox. Sound Quality You can power it by plugging it into a wall, or with eight C batteries. Sony says you can get 18 hours on battery power, so this boombox would be a great companion for a beach trip. Its plain aesthetic doesn’t scream “retro,” but if you’re looking for a way to play cassettes without looking too conspicuous, Sony has you covered. You’ll also never have to worry about buying batteries for the Boombox 2. JBL installed a lithium-ion battery that can last up to 24 hours on a single charge. Many companies have opted to go with a retro-styling that looks like the boombox came right out of a 1980s movie. Many others look more like a portable speaker than a boombox. Bigger speakers may come in bazooka-style cases that allow the speakers to pump more bass and volume.

Sony’s Walkman defined the boombox era, and it’s kept up that tradition with contemporary-looking option. It can play cassettes, CDs, and digital music via a 3.5mm audio cable. At 13.41 inches it’s the smallest boombox on this list, so if portability is your priority, it’s a great option. The Xtreme 3 improves charge time to just 2.5 hours, down from 3.5 hours for the Xtreme 2 (both have 15 hours of battery life)The Hyperboom also is the better-sounding portable Bluetooth speaker overall. It has a wider soundstage with slightly more bass and clarity. It also sounds a little more natural. The Brooklyn boombox is designed to give you a good old taste of the ‘80s, but with some modern twists as well. Of course, no boombox could live with itself if it didn’t play cassettes or the radio, so this one does both with style. But, it also plays modern media like CDs, MP3s, and any music you want to stream via Bluetooth. It also has USB, RCA, and Aux inputs, letting you play music from all your different devices.

Inside this tiny boombox, you’ll find 4 speakers pumping 100W of power. Sound is then enhanced with Panasonic’s Natural Surround and Sound Virtualizer systems. You end up with excellent sound quality even at higher decibel levels. While it may not be enough sound for a huge party, there should be ample sound for most home listening with this boombox. If you want to wax nostalgic about the first wave of the cassette, we highly recommend Rob Sheffield’s Love Is A Mixtape). What You Need to Know Before Buying a Retro Boombox Sony and Panasonic offer some of the most affordable and reliable products in the world. Monster is known for their professional grade wiring and equipment while Pyle is a leader in the speaker and amplifier industry. Top Boomboxes For Bass, Final Thoughts Most of its controls are on its front size: EQ, volume, mode switching, radio presets, balance, and even a switch to control its lights. There are two screens: a wide radio dial, and output level that shows your music’s volume. The aux input, mic inputs, and aux out are on its right side. The PartyBox is a professional grade speaker system and is ideal for small parties and gatherings This 100w sound system delivers crystal clear sound and deep bass response and is designed from the ground up for live performance.All of the boomboxes in our guide can be plugged in or run on C or D sized batteries. This one has a rechargeable battery, which is a very nice touch.

Like the UE Hyperboom (see below), this has a USB-out port that allows you to charge external devices like your phone, and there's also an analog audio input if you want to go wired and connect a device without using Bluetooth connectivity (the Hyperboom adds an optical digital input). Other styling options include RGB party lights, camouflage exteriors, light-up speakers, and graphic equalizer LED displays. Weighing 5.29 pounds (almost a pound more than the Motion Boom), it uses Bluetooth 5.3 and is equipped with upgraded dual 3.5-inch woofers and newly added dual 1-inch tweeters, delivering up to 80 watts of audio output (60W for the woofers and 20W for the tweeters). Battery life is rated for 20 hours at moderate volume levels. It's also IP67 waterproof and dustproof and floats if you happen to drop it in a body of water.The advanced design of some boomboxes can produce an amazing bass response and high-quality audio that can fill a room. If you love deep bass, look for speakers that offer ported enclosures. This type of enclosure helps push smaller speakers harder and can provide much more bass than traditional sealed enclosures while using less wattage. Portability The Brooklyn Boombox gives you plenty of music options as well. Whether you are playing the radio, your favorite Madonna CD, or Run DMC cassette, you’ll be ready to go with this boombox. It also offers modern connectivity options like USB, Bluetooth, and Aux input for phones and smart devices.