Philips BT6600 Bluetooth Party Speaker: bass boost, lights and mic input

The Philips BT6600 is a large portable Bluetooth speaker made for parties, karaoke and outdoor gatherings. It adds bass boost, lights and a microphone input to the usual wireless audio. This page explains what the features mean and what to check for your use.

A speaker built for parties

A party speaker is bigger and louder than a pocket-sized Bluetooth speaker, and it often includes lighting and microphone input. The BT6600 measures about 9.8 x 9.8 x 13.4 inches (25 x 25 x 34 cm), a tall, floor- or table-standing size. Philips describes it as portable, wireless, and suitable for indoor and outdoor use. The model name in the listing is Philips-2000.

Dynamic Bass Boost

Philips calls its bass enhancement "Dynamic Bass Boost" and says it takes the bass to new depths. Bass boost features generally emphasise low frequencies so that music with strong beats sounds fuller at party volume. The effect is a matter of taste, and it can reduce clarity at high volumes, so it helps to listen to a variety of music with the feature on and off. Philips gives no output wattage in the listing, so compare loudness figures in the manual.

Pairing two speakers

Philips lists true-wireless dual connect, which means two speakers can be paired together. Two units can play in sync for more coverage in a bigger room or garden. In some speakers the pairing can also set one as left and one as right, but the listing only says that two speakers can be linked, so check the manual for the exact modes.

Lights and microphone input

The speaker has lights, which move with the music in many party speakers. The listing also mentions a mic input for karaoke, so you can plug in a microphone and sing along to a track played over Bluetooth. Check the manual for the connector type, and whether a microphone or other accessories come in the box.

Battery life

Philips says the rechargeable battery plays for up to 7 hours on one charge, and the display tells you when to power up. Playback time depends heavily on volume and on whether lights are on, so expect less at high volume with lights. If you plan a longer event, think about charging before the party or keeping a power source nearby.

Who it suits

It suits backyard gatherings, birthday parties, family karaoke nights and casual picnics where a single speaker needs to fill a space. It's too large to be a pocket speaker, so someone wanting a travel-size device might prefer something smaller.

What to check before you buy

• Size and weight: it's a sizeable speaker; check you have space to keep and carry it.
• Microphone: confirm what mic connection it has and whether a mic is included.
• Weather: the listing does not state any water resistance, so avoid rain and spills unless the manual says otherwise.
• Charging: check the charging method and time in the manual.
• Volume: consider neighbours when using it outdoors or late.

The short version

• Large portable Bluetooth party speaker from Philips (model name Philips-2000).
• Dynamic Bass Boost for fuller low-end sound.
• True-wireless dual connect for pairing two speakers.
• Lights and a mic input for karaoke.
• Up to 7 hours of playback on one charge, per Philips.

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