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Soundboks Rider Portable Party Speaker

The Soundboks Rider Portable Party Speaker puts outdoor listening ahead of pocket-sized convenience. At 6.5kg, it is still a substantial carry, but its integrated handle makes moving between the house, car, and gathering spot straightforward. The appeal is having a dedicated party speaker you can take along yourself.

An 8-inch woofer and 1.2-inch tweeter deliver a claimed maximum output of 118 dB. App-based EQ lets you adjust the sound, while silicone corners and a removable steel grille give the enclosure a practical, utilitarian finish. Soundboks lists an IP66 protection rating.

The swappable battery is the more compelling feature for longer gatherings. Soundboks claims 35 hours at medium volume or eight hours at full output, a useful distinction when planning an evening away from power. A charger is sold separately.

Bluetooth and a 3.5mm input cover wireless and wired playback, but the Rider omits Soundboks’ TeamUp speaker-linking system. That makes it a more focused choice for a single-speaker setup; anyone planning to expand an existing Soundboks system should take that limitation into account. Official specifications.

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