Short answer: the Panasonic SC-TMAX10 ranks #41 of 50 party speakers by sound quality at $349; the Sony GTK-XB72 ranks #47 at $349. Close enough in price that the sound-quality gap is the deciding factor.
What the Panasonic SC-TMAX10 offers: 300W output with 20cm woofer (dual drive) + 2x 6cm tweeters. Watch for: Not as deep bass as others in the class
What the Sony GTK-XB72 offers: Exceptional sound quality, powerful bass, vibrant multi-colored LED lights. Watch for: No deep bass at all, weird midrange peak, rolled off treble and overall strange tuning
Buy the Panasonic SC-TMAX10. It ranks higher for sound quality than the Sony GTK-XB72 at the same price, so there is no real case for the other one.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip both of these and look higher up the 50 party speakers instead.
If battery life is a priority, the Sony GTK-XB72 is rated for 23 hours versus 10 hours for the Panasonic SC-TMAX10.
Specifications Side By Side
| Panasonic SC-TMAX10 | Sony GTK-XB72 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349 Discontinued | $349 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #41 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #47 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~57Hz | ~56Hz |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 23 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | - |
| Dimensions | 11.2" x 23" x 11.9" (285 x 585 x 303 mm) | - |
| Drivers | 20cm woofer, 2x 6cm tweeters | 10cm driver + passive radiators |
| EQ | No | No |
| Frequency Response | 100Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Partychain up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| TWS | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| Weight | 22.5 lbs / 10.2 kg | 26.9 lbs / 12.2 kg |
| Output Power | 150W RMS | - |
| Discontinued | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Panasonic SC-TMAX10: $349 Discontinued
Pros: 300W output with 20cm woofer (dual drive) + 2x 6cm tweeters. AIRQUAKE BASS produces deep, powerful bass you can feel. Blue Illumination synced with music. Karaoke with vocal cancel, key control, tempo control, echo effects. Dual mic jacks for duets with BGM level control. Compact with built-in handles, power bank compatible.
Cons: Not as deep bass as others in the class. Discontinued.
Full Panasonic SC-TMAX10 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~57Hz |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11.2" x 23" x 11.9" (285 x 585 x 303 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 20cm woofer, 2x 6cm tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 100Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Output Power | 150W RMS |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 22.5 lbs / 10.2 kg |
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Sony GTK-XB72: $349 Discontinued
Pros: Exceptional sound quality, powerful bass, vibrant multi-colored LED lights. ClearAudio+ and Extra Bass technology for dynamic sound. LIVE SOUND button with angled speakers and DSP for 3D sound experience. FM radio, USB, RCA inputs with Music Center app control for lighting effects and EQ. Easy to use with convenient Bluetooth and FM radio.
Cons: No deep bass at all, weird midrange peak, rolled off treble and overall strange tuning. Discontinued.
Full Sony GTK-XB72 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~56Hz |
| Battery Life | 23 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 10cm driver + passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Party Mode | Yes (Partychain up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 26.9 lbs / 12.2 kg |
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