{"id":483681,"date":"2026-06-05T01:55:18","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T01:55:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/483681\/"},"modified":"2026-06-05T01:55:18","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T01:55:18","slug":"tribit-stormbox-blast-2-review-portable-boombox-speaker-with-plenty-of-bass-and-party-lights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/483681\/","title":{"rendered":"Tribit StormBox Blast 2 review: portable boombox speaker with plenty of bass and party lights"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Tribit\u2019s 200W speaker has just got a huge firmware update and a big price reduction<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Tribit StormBox Blast 2 has karaoke and party lightd alongside its 200W audio output\" loading=\"eager\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/0_TRIBIT-StormBox-Blast-2_USP-Microphone-01.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p aria-label=\"Tribit StormBox Blast 2 has karaoke and party lightd alongside its 200W audio output\" class=\"ImageCaption_caption-title__ccyQU\" data-testid=\"caption-title\">Tribit StormBox Blast 2 has karaoke and party lightd alongside its 200W audio output(Image: Tribit)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Chinese brand Tribit\u2019s aim is to bring <a aria-label=\"\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=76202X1536641&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftribit.com%2Fproducts%2Ftribit-stormbox-blast-2-portable-bluetooth-speaker\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_self\">affordable, feature-laden and robustly made speakers <\/a>to the Bluetooth audio market.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\"><a aria-label=\"\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=76202X1536641&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftribit.com%2Fproducts%2Ftribit-stormbox-blast-2-portable-bluetooth-speaker\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_self\">Stormbox Blast 2<\/a> is a powerful party speaker with a 200W combined output that includes an 80W subwoofer, two 45W mid-range drivers and two 15W tweeters.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">On top of the seriously loud audio, it comes with some party lights and karaoke support.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">READ MORE: Samsung Galaxy A57 smartphone review: save hundreds on premium-styled handset from big-selling range<\/p>\n<p>Tribit StormBox Blast 2 in everyday use<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">While it is a portable speaker, do note that <a aria-label=\"\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=76202X1536641&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftribit.com%2Fproducts%2Ftribit-stormbox-blast-2-portable-bluetooth-speaker\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_self\">StormBox Blast 2<\/a> weighs 7kg so you may need a car to carry it if travelling a distance. It is a robustly made unit that is IP67-rated for dust and water resistance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">The <a aria-label=\"\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=76202X1536641&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftribit.com%2Fproducts%2Ftribit-stormbox-blast-2-portable-bluetooth-speaker\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_self\">Tribit mobile app (available for both Android and iOS)<\/a> keeps things simple and features a few audio presets, the option to create your own nine-band EQ settings and customise what the XBass button does. The app also enables you to adjust the device name, set an auto-shutdown timer and countdown and install firmware updates.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The 2002w portable Tribit StormBox Blast 2 party speaker\" loading=\"lazy\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/0_2200x1160.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p aria-label=\"The 2002w portable Tribit StormBox Blast 2 party speaker\" class=\"ImageCaption_caption-title__ccyQU\" data-testid=\"caption-title\">The 2002w portable Tribit StormBox Blast 2 party speaker(Image: Tribit)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">You don\u2019t need the app for the speaker\u2019s everyday use and, in fact, you can operate it easily without ever using the app.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">The top of the device houses a panel of controls for power, Bluetooth, volume, bass boost and lights.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\"><a aria-label=\"\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=76202X1536641&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftribit.com%2Fproducts%2Ftribit-stormbox-blast-2-portable-bluetooth-speaker\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_self\">A multifunction button controls play, pause and track skipping<\/a>, while the TWS button enables you to link StormBox Blast 2 with a compatible speaker to create a chain of wireless speakers, all playing the same audio source either as stereo speakers or in party mode.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">The rear of the device is home to a small covered panel that contains the AC power connection, microphone inputs and volume controls, an aux connection and USB-A and USB-C ports.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">The microphone inputs are for <a aria-label=\"\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=76202X1536641&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftribit.com%2Fproducts%2Ftribit-stormbox-blast-2-portable-bluetooth-speaker\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_self\">karaoke sessions<\/a>, and you get a reverb option to take things to the next level. You can connect up to two microphones with the wired inputs on the rear, and the device also works with wireless Bluetooth microphones.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"StormBox Blast 2 is IP67-rated for dust and water resistance\" loading=\"lazy\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/0_TRIBIT-StormBox-Blast-2_04.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p aria-label=\"StormBox Blast 2 is IP67-rated for dust and water resistance\" class=\"ImageCaption_caption-title__ccyQU\" data-testid=\"caption-title\">StormBox Blast 2 is IP67-rated for dust and water resistance(Image: Tribit)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Audio is lively, with plenty of bottom end that fills a room if your party is indoors. That audio quality has been further boosted by a new firmware update that also includes EQ customisation, X-3D performance, microphone features and overall audio optimisation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">A summer 2026 discount offer is currently available to tie in with the firmware update. Full details on that below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Battery life is excellent. <a aria-label=\"\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=76202X1536641&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftribit.com%2Fproducts%2Ftribit-stormbox-blast-2-portable-bluetooth-speaker\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_self\">StormBox Blast 2<\/a> is capable of up to 30 hours of playtime from a single charge. Obviously this will depend on how loud you are playing your music and how bright you have set the party lights if switched on.<\/p>\n<p>Tribit StormBox Blast 2 verdict<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\"><a aria-label=\"\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=76202X1536641&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftribit.com%2Fproducts%2Ftribit-stormbox-blast-2-portable-bluetooth-speaker\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_self\">StormBox Blast 2<\/a> has been powering parties and karaoke sessions for some time but now the kick-ass 200W machine is fine-tuned to deliver even more for your money with the latest firmware update. Being able to access a customisable EQ to tweak the audio to your own preference is always welcome and still one of its most welcome features.<\/p>\n<p>Tribit StormBox Blast 2 verdict pricing and availability<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\"><a aria-label=\"\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=76202X1536641&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftribit.com%2Fproducts%2Ftribit-stormbox-blast-2-portable-bluetooth-speaker\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_self\">Tribit StormBox Blast 2 <\/a>costs \u20ac261.80 (at time of publication), reduced from \u20ac299.99. 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