Soundcore Motion X500 Bluetooth Speaker
- Immersive Spatial Audio: The soundcore algorithm transforms stereo sound into 3-channel spatial audio for an ultra-immersive experience.
- Certified Wireless Hi-Res Sound: With a 3X more detailed listening experience, it’s like hearing your favorite songs in a new light.
- 3 Bold and Fresh Colors: Choose from Black Deluxe, Pink Punch, and Glitzy Blue finishes to find a look that matches your style.
- Take Your Music Anywhere: This portable Bluetooth speaker is lightweight and ultra-compact, making it effortless to take with you on the go.
- Upward Firing Driver with Ambient Light: The upward-firing driver adds an extra dimension of sound, while the built-in ambient light can be customized via the app.
KShs 25,499.00
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Soundcore Motion X500 Bluetooth Speaker
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Soundcore Motion X500 is a compact, portable Bluetooth speaker from Anker’s Soundcore brand, released around late 2023. It stands out for its spatial audio capabilities in a handbag-sized form factor, strong bass, and good value.
Key Specifications
- Power Output: 40W (two forward-facing 15W full-range drivers + one 10W upward-firing driver for spatial effects)
- Drivers: 3 full-range drivers (2 front + 1 up-firing “Sky Channel”)
- Frequency Response: 50Hz – 40kHz
- Bluetooth: 5.3 (supports SBC, AAC, LDAC for Hi-Res audio)
- Battery Life: Up to 12 hours (at ~50% volume; real-world varies with volume/mode)
- Charging: USB-C, ~5 hours for full charge (no fast charger included)
- Waterproof Rating: IPX7 (submersible up to 1m for 30 minutes)
- Dimensions & Weight: ~191 x 81 x 228 mm (7.5 x 3.2 x 9 inches), ~1.6–2.1 kg (3.5–4.6 lbs, depending on source)
- Other Features: TWS (pair two for stereo), Soundcore app with 9-band EQ and presets (Spatial Signature, Spatial Dynamic, Bass Boost), backlit controls, built-in mic for calls, customizable LED lighting on the up-firing driver. No 3.5mm AUX or multipoint Bluetooth.
Sound Quality
Reviewers praise its room-filling sound and surprisingly effective spatial audio for its size — the upward-firing driver helps create height and width, making it immersive indoors. It delivers punchy, bass-heavy performance (great for many genres) with clear mids/highs, though it’s not the most neutral and can get boomy or aggressive in treble at high volumes. It gets very loud without too much distortion. Spatial modes shine more than standard stereo for many users.
The companion app allows significant EQ customization to dial it in.
Design & Portability
It features a rugged, premium build with a fabric grille, metal handle for easy carrying, and available colors like Black Deluxe, Glitzy Blue, and Pink Punch. IPX7 makes it pool/beach/rain-friendly. The handle and compact size make it highly portable, though it’s a bit heavy for ultra-light travel.
Pros (from multiple reviews)
- Excellent value and sound for the size/price
- Effective spatial audio
- Loud, bass-forward, and detailed (with LDAC/Hi-Res)
- Sturdy build, IPX7, portable handle
- Good app support and battery life
Cons
- Bass can overpower (EQ helps)
- No AUX input or power bank function
- Charging takes ~5 hours
- Spatial audio works best indoors and isn’t true multi-channel for all content
- Only pairs with one other X500 (TWS limited)