The 7 Best Speakers For Karaoke - Spring 2025

The best speaker for karaoke we've tested is the JBL PartyBox 710. It has two mic inputs, each with its own volume and gain knobs, so you can sing solo or invite a friend for a duet. If you want to adjust the mic's sound, you'll also find dials to tweak the bass, treble, and echo on top of the speaker, along with three buttons underneath for special effects. This speaker is compatible with the JBL PartyBox app, and inside, you'll find even more features to enhance any sing-along session. You can control DJ effects, set up an RGB light show, and control karaoke EQ settings. There's even a groove on top of the speaker to hold a phone or tablet, so you can keep the lyrics on hand for your big performance.

Aside from its karaoke functionality, this speaker is also a top-tier choice for parties, whether it's just you and a few friends or an epic blowout. It can reach more than 104 dB/SPL and gets exceptionally loud, though there's some loss of clarity as you crank it up. It has a boomy sound profile with a good amount of low bass and a balanced mid-range, so your vocals come through clearly. You can also add some extra thump and rumble with its 'Bass Boost' feature⁠—just hit the button on the speaker or use the app to switch between 'Deep' and 'Punchy.' If you want to share DJ responsibilities with a friend, you can connect up to two devices via Bluetooth. And it's rated IPX4 for water resistance, so if spills happen, there's no need to worry. Just keep in mind that it needs to remain connected to power to work, so if you want to take the party outside, ensure an outlet is available first.

The Sony SRS-XP700 is another premium party speaker that's a great choice for your next karaoke event. Like our top pick, this speaker has input ports for two mics, so you can harmonize the night away with your singing partner or take the lead on your own. You can adjust mic levels right on the speaker or use the Fiestable app to control echo, change the key to suit your voice, or alter the level of vocals in a track to sing with your favorite pop star. Want to host your own singing competition? With the app, you can automatically rate each performance and vote for your favorite.

When you're ready to start the party, you can customize the RGB lights to set the mood and turn it up. While this speaker doesn't get as loud as the JBL PartyBox 710, at 99 dB/SPL, it has more than enough power to fill a large room or outdoor event. It struggles to reproduce as much low bass as the JBL, and its sound isn't as balanced, but you can adjust its output with a graphic EQ and presets in the Sony Music Center app or hit the 'Mega Bass' button to add an extra boom to your favorite tracks. This speaker lets you pair up two devices simultaneously so you can take turns as the karaoke host. It's rated IPX4 against water splashes, so you can take the competition outdoors when the mood strikes. While it's fairly large and, thus, not the easiest to move around, it's battery-powered. With nearly 17 hours of battery life on a single charge, you can sing your heart out late into the night.

If you're looking for a great karaoke speaker without breaking the bank, check out the JBL PartyBox Club 120. Since it's part of the same line-up as our top pick, it shares a few of the same karaoke features. It has two input ports that can be used for mics, each with its own volume and gain knobs, so you can sing on your own or with a friend. You won't find dedicated karaoke EQ settings, but there's a graphic EQ in the JBL PartyBox app, so you can adjust the speaker's overall sound. You'll also find programmable DJ effects and a customizable light show to add some excitement to your next karaoke bash.

This speaker gets nearly as loud as the Sony SRS-XP700, so you can fill a large room or backyard with your version of that classic ballad or take advantage of the speaker's bass-heavy sound and tackle your favorite hip-hop jams. Its mid-range is relatively flat, so whatever you choose to sing, your vocals will come through with detail and definition. If you want to share hosting duties with a friend, you can connect up to two devices with Bluetooth. The speaker has an IPX4 rating for water resistance, so the show can go on even if the weather shifts. And while its battery doesn't last as long as other picks on this list (just over 10 hours), it has a swappable battery pack design, so you can pick up an extra if you want the option to extend your karaoke party long into the night.

Looking for something a little less expensive? The JBL PartyBox 110 is the best karaoke speaker we've tested at a more affordable price. Unlike its more premium cousin, the JBL PartyBox Club 120, this party speaker only has one microphone input port, so it can't handle duets. That said, it still has dedicated gain and volume knobs on the speaker, which is handy. You can also tweak the bass, treble, and echo for the external mic from the JBL PartyBox app so you always sound your best. If you want to change up the speaker's overall sound, you'll also find a graphic EQ in the app, along with customizable RGB lights and DJ effects that make every singer feel like the star of the show.

Despite its more wallet-friendly price point, this speaker still gets plenty loud. Its boomy sound profile and balanced mid-range ensure your voice comes through clearly. You can also pair up to two devices via Bluetooth so you can take turns hosting and controlling special effects. Like other speakers on this list, this one is also rated IPX4, so you can take a round of karaoke outside. Plus, its battery lasts almost 15 hours, making it a great choice for extended gatherings and spontaneous sing-alongs.

The Klipsch GIG XXL is a solid choice for your next karaoke bash if you're shopping on a budget. While it doesn't come with as many features as the more premium picks on this list, it offers great performance for the price. Unlike the JBL PartyBox 110, it's not rated for water or dust resistance and has a relatively short battery life of just under six hours, so you'll want to keep it indoors and close to an outlet. Still, this speaker has all the essentials for your next karaoke sing-off. You can fine-tune the mic volume and echo using dials on the speaker or hit the 'Light Show' button to set the stage. It even includes an external mic, so you won't need to pick one up separately. That said, there's only one mic input on this party speaker, so you won't be able to bring a friend on stage to harmonize.

This speaker has a slightly bass-heavy sound with fairly balanced mids, ensuring voices come through accurately. While it doesn't get quite as loud as the more premium picks on this list, it can reach more than 95 dB/SPL with very little compression, so it has no problem filling large rooms with sound. If you want more oomph in the mix, there's a button that lets you boost the bass, but unfortunately, this speaker lacks other sound customization features and doesn't come with a companion app.

Taking the show on the road? The Sony ULT FIELD 7 is the best portable karaoke speaker we've tested. At a little over 6 kg (13.7 lbs), it may be heavier than most portable speakers, but it's just a fraction of the size of the JBL PartyBox 710 and offers solid performance for spontaneous sing-alongs. Unlike the JBL, you won't be able to sing a duet with this speaker, but you can plug in one mic and control its volume. It also has access to the Fiestable app, so you can set the echo levels, adjust the vocals in your favorite song, change the key to suit your vocal range, and even compete with your friends to see who's the greatest karaoke superstar. You can also connect up to two devices to collaborate on the karaoke hosting duties.

This speaker is rated IP67, so it's much better suited for a round of karaoke al fresco than even the more premium speakers on this list. It can handle a trip to the beach and even a dip in the water—the manufacturer says it's resistant to salt water. You'll find rubber-coated carrying handles on either end, and while it's quite bulky, it's still easy enough to carry with one hand. Its battery lasts more than 10 hours, which is enough for quite a few rounds of karaoke. Overall, the speaker has a bass-heavy sound with pretty even mids and minimal roll-off in the treble range, so it can handle a variety of genres. Plus, at 99 dB/SPL, it gets really loud, though there's some compression as you turn up the volume, so you may notice some distortion or loss of detail.

If you want a karaoke speaker to use with a professional microphone, check out the Bose S1 Pro+. It's a wireless PA system that gets louder than the Sony ULT Field 7 with less compression. It's about the same size as the Sony, so it's easy to carry around with one hand, but it's not rated for dust or water resistance, so you'll want to be careful where you take it.

If you're hosting a colossal karaoke jam and want a loud sound to fill a large, crowded party or outdoor venue, consider the JBL PartyBox 1000. At nearly 110 dB/SPL, this speaker gets even louder than our top pick, the JBL PartyBox 710. At max volume, it gets loud enough to project your voice throughout your biggest events and outdoor settings. Unfortunately, unlike the PartyBox 710, this hefty speaker can't access the JBL PartyBox app. Instead, it opts for a range of physical controls. You'll find gain knobs next to the input ports as well as echo and key dials on the top panel, so you can adjust any song to fit your range. A DJ pad on top of the speaker allows you to add sound effects to your karaoke session, and you can even use the included gesture wristband to control the speaker with hand movements. There's also a button to turn on or off the RGB lights, which react to whatever music you play.

Along with its impressive volume, this speaker brings plenty of rumble in the bass range and reproduces voices and lead instruments accurately, so every singer will have the backup needed to sound their best. One thing to note is that this speaker lacks portability. At more than 75 lbs, it's a challenge to move around, and while it does have a pair of concealed wheels, the speaker tends to wobble as you roll it over uneven ground. It must also stay plugged in to work, so you'll need to set it up near an outlet.