Soundboks 4: The Portable Speaker That Wants to Headline the Festival

Soundboks 4: The Portable Speaker That Wants to Headline the Festival

Soundboks 4: The Portable Speaker That Wants to Headline the Festival

It’s not a Bluetooth speaker. It’s a sonic riot with a handle.

Last updated: Apr 15, 2025

Cass Monroe
Cass Monroe
Cass Monroe

Written by Cass Monroe

This Ain’t a Backyard Speaker Anymore

The Soundboks 4 doesn’t just ask for attention — it demands it. It’s the kind of gear you don’t bring to a party; you build the party around it. The fourth-gen beast from the Copenhagen crew is louder, tighter, and more rugged than its already infamous predecessor. And yes — it still runs on a swappable battery like it’s prepping for the apocalypse.

But this time, it's not just brawn. There’s brains and tone, too.

Loud Is an Understatement

Soundboks says 126 dB max volume. Cool. Numbers.
But what does that feel like?

Like someone installed a PA system in a backpack and dared you to play techno at 2 AM in a tunnel.
Like being front row at a renegade rave — but you brought the sound yourself.
Like bass you can’t just hear — you feel it in your teeth.

It’s clear, too. Cranked all the way up, distortion stays minimal. The highs stay present. The midrange doesn’t cave. It’s not studio accurate, but it holds its shape even when you’re maxing it out on a field full of strangers.

The New Stuff That Matters

Upgraded Sound Profile

It’s not just louder — it's more refined. Better crossover, cleaner midrange, more detailed highs. Still not for audiophiles, but a noticeable jump in musicality. Vocals cut better. Guitars don’t get swallowed by the bass.

Custom EQ in the App

This finally makes it personal. Tune your sound based on space: warehouse, forest, living room, tailgate. You can get rid of mud or scoop the mids for maximum chest-thump. It’s not a toy anymore — it’s tunable.

TeamUp Mode

Link multiple Soundboks units wirelessly. Yeah, it’s overkill. Yeah, you’ll do it anyway. Because a stereo pair of these things could probably sink a boat.

The Battery Life is Stupid Good

40 hours on moderate volume. Around 6–10 hours at full blast.
Removable, hot-swappable battery packs. No cables needed.
You could DJ a forest wedding and an afterparty with one pack. Just don't forget the aux cord.

Built Like It’s Ready to Be Thrown

This thing isn’t just rugged. It’s savage. Steel grille. Plywood cabinet. Splash-proof. Dustproof. Beer-proof (probably). Handles that feel more like flight case hardware.

You could drop it off a roof and it’d probably still connect to Bluetooth.

Weak Spots? A Few.

  • It’s heavy. Like 35 pounds heavy. Portable, yes. Lightweight? No.

  • No XLR or TRS inputs. This isn’t a real PA — no mic pres, no balanced inputs. You can’t plug a mixer in without adapters.

  • Bluetooth latency. Not a deal-breaker for parties, but don’t plan to perform live over Bluetooth.

It’s a party speaker with pro-level guts — not a pro rig in disguise.

Who It’s For

  • Event throwers who need volume without a van.

  • Street performers or DJs who want to show up and own a space.

  • Reckless friends who want a speaker that can survive actual life.

And anyone who thinks "loud enough" is a matter of personal pride.

Final Verdict: Weaponized Fun

The Soundboks 4 isn’t subtle. It’s not cheap. But it’s the most powerful, portable, battery-powered sound system out there — and it’s finally gained some sonic finesse to match the brute force.

This isn’t for chilling. It’s for claiming sonic territory.
And honestly? It might be the only speaker that makes you feel like a headliner — even when you’re just queuing up tracks off your phone.

Cass Monroe
Cass Monroe
Cass Monroe

Written by Cass Monroe

Cass Monroe is an analog evangelist and vinyl obsessive with a sharp eye for craftsmanship. With roots in jazz performance and a background in mechanical engineering, she bridges the tactile and the technical in every review. At Audio Chronicle, she unpacks how design influences sound—and vice versa.

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Cass Monroe

Written by Cass Monroe

Cass Monroe is an analog evangelist and vinyl obsessive with a sharp eye for craftsmanship. With roots in jazz performance and a background in mechanical engineering, she bridges the tactile and the technical in every review. At Audio Chronicle, she unpacks how design influences sound—and vice versa.