Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM
Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM — Big‑Room Party Performance
The Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM is a purpose-built party speaker that delivers room‑filling impact with remarkable low‑end authority and endurance. Backed by a bold driver array and passive radiators, it offers thumping bass, wide dynamics and a claimed 100 dBC peak for high‑output playback.
Sound Signature & Performance
The HYPERBOOM emphasizes powerful, punchy bass down to ~45Hz, with full, well‑weighted mids and a smooth treble that keeps vocals and lead instruments present even at high volumes. Its dynamics hold up across listening levels, making it effective for both background ambience and full‑on parties.
Design, Features & Use Cases
Built in a sleek diamond form covered in technical fabric, the speaker is splash‑proof (IPX4) rather than fully waterproof. The BOOM app adds PartyUp multi‑speaker networking, device switching and adaptive EQ. With up to 24 hours of battery life, it’s aimed at users who want a high‑output, portable centerpiece for gatherings and large rooms.
Value Proposition
At its price point, HYPERBOOM stands out for loudness, bass and endurance—an ideal choice for buyers prioritizing party‑ready performance over ultraportable ruggedness.
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Nicely Roasted
Sound Quality
88/100
Build Quality
86/100
Features Connectivity
80/100
Value for Money
82/100
Pros
Exceptionally powerful, bass‑forward output with deep extension and impactful low end—delivers the most bass in the UE lineup.
High maximum loudness and strong dynamics (100 dBC peak) that keep performance punchy at club/party levels.
Long battery life and modern connectivity: up to 24 hours of playback, remembers multiple devices and PartyUp support via the BOOM app.
Well‑weighted mids and smooth treble maintain clarity and presence even with heavy bass emphasis.
Cons
Less rugged than earlier BOOM models—build is sleek but not as durable as predecessors.
No built‑in voice assistant or Wi‑Fi/Alexa/Google support, unlike some UE ‘Blast’ models.
IPX4 splash‑proof rating means it can handle spills and light rain but is not suitable for full submersion or heavy outdoor exposure.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 88/100
Bass
92/100
Large-driver design with dual 5.66" woofers and passive radiators yields deep, punchy low end; review repeatedly calls out "thumping bass" and much greater bass vs the MEGABOOM 3 and cites a 45Hz spec. For its size the bass is exceptional and party-oriented, with good extension and slam.
Mid
89/100
Review describes a "beautifully rich sound," indicating full, well-weighted mids and strong vocal presence; mids remain present amid heavy bass, giving tracks body and warmth without sounding thin.
Treble
84/100
Upper-band extension to 20kHz is standard; reviewers do not call out harshness or excessive brightness, implying a reasonably smooth, party-friendly treble that prioritizes musical balance over analytical detail.
Soundstage Imaging
83/100
Designed as a party speaker — review language ("rock any party, in any room") implies broad, encompassing presentation rather than pinpoint imaging; stage feels wide and room-filling, though no explicit hi-fi imaging claims were made.
Dynamics
91/100
UE and the review emphasize "phenomenal dynamic range at any level" and claim it is the brand's loudest model with a 100 dBC max SPL; retains punch and impact across playback levels, suitable for large-room playback.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
86/100
Solid, sleek diamond form with technical fabric and splash-proof IPX4 rating; reviewer notes it is not quite as rugged as previous BOOM models but still feels well-made and engineered for durability.
Features Connectivity
80/100
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Value for Money
82/100
At $399 the HYPERBOOM sits at a premium price for a portable/party speaker but delivers class-leading loudness, strong bass and 24-hour battery life; good value for buyers seeking a high-output party speaker, less so for strict hi‑fi listeners.
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Specifications
- Dimensions
- Height: 1.2 ft (364 mm) Width: 0.6 ft (190 mm) Depth: 0.6 ft (190 mm) Weight: 13 lbs (5.9 kg)
- Power
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery for up to 24 hours of battery life Charge time: 2.6 Hrs (with Ultimate Ears power supply)
- Audio
- Max SPL (sound pressure level): 100 dBC Frequency range: 45Hz-20KHz Drivers: 2 x 5.66 in (114 mm) woofers + 2 x 0.98 in (25 mm) tweeters + 2 x 3.50 in (89 mm) x 7.48 in (190 mm) passive radiators
- Wireless Capabilities
- Remembers up to 8 paired devices. Bluetooth 4.2 - 5.0
- Wireless range
- Mobile range of music play is up to 147 feet (45 m)
- Compatibility
- For audio playback: Smartphones, tablets and other devices that support Bluetooth and Bluetooth Smart wireless audio profile [Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2D P)]
Manufacturer's Description — Ultimate Ears
SUPER MASSIVE SUPER DYNAMIC
Take your party to the stratosphere with three times the loudness and over six times the bass of MEGABOOM 3. It's our most bass-blasting, Earth-shattering speaker yet — with zero compromises on sound balance or quality.
SHARING IS CARING
HYPERBOOM lets friends play music from four devices and switch between them—with no pause to the music (or the party). Just connect via two Bluetooth®, one auxiliary, and one optical input. Then hit the source selector button to instantly switch. Whether you use the app or press the button, HYPERBOOM lets you connect, switch, and crank up the jams.
POSSE IN EFFECT
Connect it with any BOOM, MEGABOOM, or even another HYPERBOOM to reach noise-violation levels of fun. Just fire up the app to wirelessly connect and add one, two, or more speakers to kick-start a party of truly ultimate proportions. (Get ready to set off some car alarms.)
NO MORE PARTY FOULS
Did your soirée get a little sloshy? Hey, it happens! HYPERBOOM’s got your back with a splash-proof IPX4 rating. If you spill, splash, or get a little crazy, just wipe it off and you’re good to go. (Don’t worry, it won’t judge.)
COMMAND YOUR JAMS
Play, pause, and skip tracks directly from the speaker without reaching for your phone. Set up one-touch playlists for easy music control on your favorite streaming platforms. Use with Spotify® and Amazon Music on Android and Amazon Music and Apple Music for iOS.
BIG SONIC STYLE
The unique diamond shape and solid form of HYPERBOOM directs big, bassy sound wherever the party’s goin’ down. And with its sleek silhouette, speckled two-tone fabric, and stylin’ pull-out strap, it’ll rock any event, anywhere—from the living room dance-off to the rooftop rager.
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