JBL Partybox Club 120 vs Sony ULT Tower 9

Last updated: September 26, 2026

These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The JBL Partybox Club 120 ranks #6 of 40 party speakers by sound quality at $449.95; the Sony ULT Tower 9 ranks #9 of 12 large party speakers by sound quality at $748.

JBL Partybox Club 120 vs Sony ULT Tower 9

Different sizes. The Club 120 is a 10.8 kg party speaker with two 5.25 inch woofers. The ULT Tower 9 is a 29.6 kg large party tower with a 12.6 inch woofer, midrange drivers and front and rear tweeters. Each is rated within its own class.

The ULT Tower 9 has weak spots at volume. Its bass drops off a lot at high volume, more than even the smaller PartyBox speakers. It does claim 25 hours of battery, supports LDAC, and has mic and guitar inputs and a 10-band EQ. It has no water rating.

The Club 120 is quite neutral with deeper bass than the PartyBox 100 and 110. It has a removable battery with a claimed 12 hours, IPX4 splash resistance, a handle and wheels, and mic and guitar inputs.

Buy the JBL Partybox Club 120 at $449.95 for a party speaker, or the Sony ULT Tower 9 at $748 for a large party speaker instead.

If water resistance matters to you, the JBL Partybox Club 120 at IPX4 (splashing) holds up far better than the Sony ULT Tower 9 at no water resistance.

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Specifications Side By Side

JBL Partybox Club 120 Sony ULT Tower 9
Price$449.95$748.00
Ranked#6 of 40 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers#9 of 12 in Large Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
AppYesYes
Aux InputYesYes
Battery Life12 hours (Manufacturer specified)25 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth CodecsSBCSBC, AAC, LDAC
Bluetooth Version5.45.3
Charging Time3.5 hours-
Drivers2x 5.25” woofers, 2x 2.25” tweeters7 drivers: 1x 12.6”x12.6” woofer, 2x 4.7” midrange, 2x 2” tweeter, 2x 1.6” rear tweeter
EQYes (5 band)Yes (10 band)
Frequency Response40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)-
Guitar InputYesYes
IP RatingIPX4None
Microphone InputYes (Karaoke mode with echo effect)Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect)
Party ModeYes (Auracast)Yes (Auracast up to 100 speakers)
Power BankYes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A)Yes (USB-A, 5V/1.5A)
Power InputAC Power cordAC Power cord
Removable BatteryYesNo
StereoPartiallyYes
OmnidirectionalNoNo
TWSYesYes
USB PlaybackYesYes
Weight23.8 lbs (10.8 kg)65.3 lbs (29.6 kg)
Amplifier Power160W148W
Digital Aux InputNoNo
LightsYesYes
Dimensions22.4”H x 11.4”W x 11.7”D (570 x 288.4 x 297 mm)16.1” x 35.8” x 18” (410 x 910 x 456 mm)
StrapNoNo
Built-in Microphone-No
Wi-Fi-No
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How JBL Partybox Club 120 compares with other leading options:

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The Two Speakers In Full

JBL Partybox Club 120: $449.95 Amazon eBay

JBL Partybox Club 120 ranking card

Older models: the JBL Partybox 110 (rated 4.4/5) and the JBL Partybox 100 (rated 4.4/5).

Pros: JBL Partybox Club 120 uses 2x 5.25” woofers, 2x 2.25” tweeters. Its 10.8 kg, claimed 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) battery life, IPX4 protection, aux input and limited-stereo playback make it a practical option for its intended room or portable use. Handle and wheels, customizable lighting, and quite neutral sound with deeper bass than the Partybox 100 and 110.

Cons: Its 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) specification points to limited deep-bass reach for the cabinet size. High price, and JBL’s wired daisy chain only works with other JBL speakers.

Full JBL Partybox Club 120 review and specifications →

Amplifier Power160W
AppYes
Aux InputYes
Battery Life12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version5.4
Charging Time3.5 hours
Digital Aux InputNo
Dimensions22.4”H x 11.4”W x 11.7”D (570 x 288.4 x 297 mm)
Drivers2x 5.25” woofers, 2x 2.25” tweeters
EQYes (5 band)
Frequency Response40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Guitar InputYes
IP RatingIPX4
LightsYes
Microphone InputYes (Karaoke mode with echo effect)
OmnidirectionalNo
Party ModeYes (Auracast)
Power BankYes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A)
Power InputAC Power cord
Removable BatteryYes
StereoPartially
StrapNo
TWSYes
USB PlaybackYes
Weight23.8 lbs (10.8 kg)
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Sony ULT Tower 9: $748.00 Amazon eBay

Sony ULT Tower 9 ranking card

Older model: the Sony SRS-XV900 (rated 3.7/5).

Pros: Slightly better sounding than the ULT Tower 10

Cons: Not as deep of bass and loses more bass at high volume even compared to the lower end Partybox speakers. Bass drops off a lot at higher volumes. Not quite as loud as the ULT Tower 10

Full Sony ULT Tower 9 review and specifications →

Amplifier Power148W
AppYes
Aux InputYes
Battery Life25 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, AAC, LDAC
Bluetooth Version5.3
Built-in MicrophoneNo
Digital Aux InputNo
Dimensions16.1” x 35.8” x 18” (410 x 910 x 456 mm)
Drivers7 drivers: 1x 12.6”x12.6” woofer, 2x 4.7” midrange, 2x 2” tweeter, 2x 1.6” rear tweeter
EQYes (10 band)
Guitar InputYes
IP RatingNone
LightsYes
Microphone InputYes (Karaoke mode with echo effect)
OmnidirectionalNo
Party ModeYes (Auracast up to 100 speakers)
Power BankYes (USB-A, 5V/1.5A)
Power InputAC Power cord
Removable BatteryNo
StereoYes
StrapNo
TWSYes
USB PlaybackYes
Weight65.3 lbs (29.6 kg)
Wi-FiNo
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