The first thing that stands out is its look. At 23.7 inches this is a boombox that’s been super-sized. But GPO took a cue from Victrola and used that extra space wisely. This boombox has a pair of large, 40 watt speakers, and is fully loaded to handle every way you might want to listen to music. The boombox was never known for having exceptional sound quality, and the GPO Brooklyn Boombox continues broadly in this tradition. Its 40w stereo speakers have some power behind them, and it’s worth letting them warm up for a few hours before casting judgment on a very lightweight initial presentation.

While every boombox of this list comes with an AC adapter, you lose portability while plugged in. If you plan on spending time outdoors or around town, look for a boom box that offers long battery life. Durability and Construction With so many boomboxes on the market, it can be difficult to choose a favorite. Everyone has a different idea of what makes a boombox the best. After hours of testing, we found the Sony Bluetooth Boombox to have the best combination of features, sound quality, and price. All of the boomboxes in our guide can be plugged in or run on C or D sized batteries. This one has a rechargeable battery, which is a very nice touch. Not every boom box is created equal. Before investing in a new boombox, you should take your time and research the different brands and products. From sound quality to portability, here are some of the key features that you should look for in a boombox. Sound QualityModern boomboxes offer a wide range of ways to play music. While most will have a CD player, you’ll also find aux inputs so you can attach your smartphone or laptop. Many boomboxes offer Bluetooth connectivity that will make it even easier to connect your phone. GPO Brooklyn - Boombox Stereo Bringing the '80s boombox bang up to date, the GPO Brooklyn gives you sound and style in equal measure. Fully portable with two 40 watt speakers, control the Volume, Balance, Bass and Treble, stream via Bluetooth, play Cassettes, CDs or use the DAB and DAB+ radio. FEATURES Like JBL's smaller Bluetooth speakers, the Xtreme 3 is a versatile boom box that can be stood up vertically or placed horizontally. Though a tad bigger than the Xtreme 2, at first glance it doesn't look much different from the previous model, but it does have upgraded sound with slightly better bass and clarity while actually weighing slightly less. Here are the key differences between the two speakers, according to JBL: Hang onto your cassettes, because you’re about to get a literal blast from the past with this awesomely retro-styled Brooklyn portable boombox!

If you want to wax nostalgic about the first wave of the cassette, we highly recommend Rob Sheffield’s Love Is A Mixtape). What You Need to Know Before Buying a Retro BoomboxThis boombox is for all the singers out there. If you love to sing karaoke, the PartyBox On-The-Go is for you. You can get earthshaking bass out of this speaker, and it has more than enough power to play at loud volumes for hours. This fantastic sound design is provided through 2 40W woofers and 2 40W tweeters and is encased in a compact tube-style case.