PlayStation introduced its own speakers! They have their own battery and are compatible with consoles, PCs, and phones

During yesterday’s State of Play, Sony not only revealed the release date for Wolverine but also new wireless speakers, the Pulse Elevate. These are the first speakers developed directly by the PlayStation division and promise “lifelike desktop audio” for PS5, PC, Mac, and PlayStation Portal. It sounds great, but there’s a catch – they won’t hit the market until sometime in 2026.

PlayStation Link: the key to lag-free gaming audio

The main advantage of Pulse Elevate is PlayStation Link technology, which ensures ultra-low latency and lossless audio transmission. This is crucial for gaming – nobody wants to hear a gunshot half a second after pulling the trigger. Sony promises you’ll hear the sound “as it happens”, which is often a problem with wireless speakers.

In addition to PlayStation Link, the speakers also support classic Bluetooth. This means you can have your PlayStation connected via Link for game audio and your phone via Bluetooth for music simultaneously. A clever move for streamers and multiplayer gamers.

Planar drivers: technology from high-end headphones

Sony opted for planar magnetic drivers – the same technology used in Pulse Elite headphones. These promise more precise and detailed sound than traditional dynamic drivers. Additionally, each speaker has a built-in woofer for bass.

On the PS5 console, the speakers support Tempest 3D AudioTech, which means spatial audio with precise sound object placement.

Microphone in the speaker: ingenious or unnecessary?

The right speaker features a built-in microphone with AI noise reduction. Sony promises “crystal-clear” communication without the need to wear a headset. This sounds great on paper, but reality will be different. A microphone far from the mouth will never be as good as a headset, no matter how advanced the AI.

On the other hand, for casual gaming or work calls, this could be a convenient solution. You don’t have to put on headphones; you just speak into the room.

Portability with a question mark

Pulse Elevate have a built-in battery and can be taken with you. Sony presents them as ideal companions for PlayStation Portal or a phone. But – who will carry two speakers when traveling?

The package includes charging docks, so they will look elegant on your desk. You can also orient them horizontally or vertically according to your setup.

Price: the biggest unknown

Sony has not yet revealed the price, but we can estimate. The Pulse Elite headset costs 150 dollars, Pulse Explore earbuds 200 dollars. Pulse Elevate with planar drivers and a pair of speakers? I’d guess 250-350 dollars.

How do you like PlayStation’s new speakers?

Source: Playstation Blog