Tribit Stormbox Blast Review vs Soundcore Motion Boom Plus - cheap bass!

Summary

The video script reviews the Motion Boom Plus and the Tribit Stormbox Blast speakers, comparing their features, sound quality, and performance. While the Motion Boom Plus is praised for its portability and party speaker capabilities, it suffers from a harsh 6kHz peak. The Stormbox Blast, though heavier, offers deeper bass and a more balanced sound, making it a better choice for music enthusiasts. The reviewer discusses their real-world performance, pricing, and unique features like lighting and app controls, ultimately favoring the Stormbox Blast for its superior audio experience.

Takeaways

• 🎉 The 'Motion Boom Plus' speaker was initially exciting but fell short of expectations, being loud but with some harshness at 6 kHz that the manufacturer promised to fix but only adjusted the mids and highs instead.
• 🔊 The 'Triplet Stormbox Blast' is a new competitor, heavier than the Motion Boom Plus, with a significant difference in weight at 5.5 kilos compared to 2.4 kilos, which could impact portability.
• 💰 The price for the Triplet Stormbox Blast is estimated to be around £160-£200, with predictions it may eventually settle at around £150, influenced by discounts and promotional codes.
• 🔊 The Triplet Stormbox Blast boasts a 90-watt output compared to the 80-watt Motion Boom Plus, but wattage alone doesn't indicate the full audio quality or measurement methodology.
• 📐 A key difference between the two speakers is the Triplet Stormbox Blast's capability for multi-point control and individual operation of its left and right lights, which also function as volume indicators.
• 🎚 The Triplet Stormbox Blast features an 'XBass' button for enhanced bass, and an app that allows for EQ adjustments, including switching between two lighting modes.
• 🔌 Both speakers have auxiliary inputs and USB-C for charging, but the Triplet Stormbox Blast also has the added benefit of being able to be used as a power bank.
• 📏 The Triplet Stormbox Blast, while having larger drivers and tweeters, is noted for its deep bass capabilities, which are absent in the Motion Boom Plus.
• 📈 In frequency response tests, the Triplet Stormbox Blast showed a significant dip between 4 kHz to 6 kHz, whereas the Motion Boom Plus had a peak around 6 kHz, indicating contrasting sound signatures.
• 🌊 The Triplet Stormbox Blast's deep bass extension gives it an advantage as a party speaker, providing a fuller sound compared to the Motion Boom Plus, especially when the 'XBass' feature is engaged.
• 🔋 The Triplet Stormbox Blast has a much larger battery capacity at 71.3 watt-hours, which is expected to result in longer battery life compared to the Motion Boom Plus's 46.1 watt-hours.

Q & A

What is the main issue with the Motion Boom Plus speaker that was discussed in the script?

The Motion Boom Plus speaker was described as having a harsh sound quality, particularly due to a 6 kilohertz peak that the manufacturer had attempted to fix with a firmware update but only ended up reducing the mids and highs relative to the bass.

How does the weight of the Triplet Stormbox Blast compare to the Motion Boom Plus?

The Triplet Stormbox Blast is significantly heavier than the Motion Boom Plus, weighing 5.5 kilos compared to the Motion Boom Plus's 2.4 kilos, which is more than twice the weight.

What is the approximate price range for the Triplet Stormbox Blast and the Motion Boom Plus?

The price for the Triplet Stormbox Blast is around 160 to 200 British pounds, while the Motion Boom Plus is expected to be around 150 British pounds, although prices may vary and discounts are expected.

What feature does the Triplet Stormbox Blast have that allows for individual control of the left and right lights?

The Triplet Stormbox Blast has a feature where you can use two different devices to control the speaker at the same time, and the lights on the speaker work individually and in sync with the music.

What is the difference in wattage between the Triplet Stormbox Blast and the Motion Boom Plus?

The Triplet Stormbox Blast has a wattage of 90 watts, whereas the Motion Boom Plus has a wattage of 80 watts.

What is the purpose of the 'XBass' button on the Triplet Stormbox Blast?

The 'XBass' button on the Triplet Stormbox Blast is used to enhance the bass output of the speaker, providing a deeper and more extended bass experience.

How does the battery life of the Motion Boom Plus compare to the Triplet Stormbox Blast?

The Motion Boom Plus has a 46.1-watt hour battery, which has been criticized for not providing the expected battery life, especially considering its loudness and punch. In contrast, the Triplet Stormbox Blast has a 71.3-watt hour battery, which is larger and more suitable for its size and sound output.

What additional functionality does the Motion Boom Plus have that the Triplet Stormbox Blast does not?

The Motion Boom Plus can be used for phone calls, which is a functionality not mentioned for the Triplet Stormbox Blast.

Does the Triplet Stormbox Blast have any unique features that the Motion Boom Plus lacks?

Yes, the Triplet Stormbox Blast has a feature where it can float on water, which is a unique feature not mentioned for the Motion Boom Plus.

What is the main difference in sound signature between the Triplet Stormbox Blast and the Motion Boom Plus at maximum volume?

At maximum volume, the Triplet Stormbox Blast has a significant advantage in deep bass, while the Motion Boom Plus has a stronger upper bass and midrange. However, the Triplet Stormbox Blast also has a noticeable peak in the 2 to 4 kilohertz range, which can make it sound a bit screechy.