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Brane X: what is it?
It also works with Alexa for voice control, and features a 3.5mm input for connecting external audio sources.
The capacitive touch controls on the speaker’s top surface
A rubber carrying strap can be used to tote the 7.7-pound Brane X from place to place.
Brane X: whats in it?
Power is supplied by four class-D amplifiers totaling 200 watts.
The capacitive touch controls on the speaker’s top surface
Brane calls the woofer used in the Brane X speaker a Repel-Attract-Driver (R.A.D.).
Brane X: how does it sound?
For a source, I used playlists created in Tidal and streamed to the respective speakers via AirPlay.
A 3.5mm stereo analog input is provided for connecting a turntable or other external source
The bass had the same deep reach Im used to hearing from systems with a subwoofer.
And the Brane X could play surprisingly loud without sounding strained or congested.
This was something: a compact portable speaker putting outtoo muchdeep bass for my taste.
The Sonos Move (shown at left) is around the same size as the Brane X
driver could go before sputtering out.
My Sonos Move costs $449, and even that amount seems high.