Since the Soundboks party speakers exploded in the US market - a highly unpredictable success story of a Danish startup that managed to leverage a unique combination of new technologies with an effective product vision (plus great product management and marketing execution!), the number of portable party speakers that embraced SKAA wireless audio technology continues to grow. SKAA has become the go-to wireless solution for this emerging market in North America, and is now largely embraced by DJs and entertainers who enjoy the freedom that a only completely wireless professional audio system can provide.
At the SKAA booth, during NAMM 2025, a number of products, including the latest Soundboks speakers, Electrotec Audio Stage One, complemented by Dillinger Labs and Trulli Audio subwoofers, served to showcase how this is an expanding segment. All speakers capable of professional sound reinforcement levels, that are completely battery-operated and wireless. The new model from Wet Sounds was the most recent example to embrace SKAA Wireless Audio.
According to Rex Whitehead, Eleven Engineering executive vice president, sales & marketing, SKAA high fidelity wireless audio has been extremely successful in this segment. "Wet Sounds has been a market leader for years, known not only for its high performance products, but also for incorporating the industry’s leading technologies. As such, Wet Sounds Portable and SKAA are a perfect match.
Operating in environments laden with heavy Wi-Fi and Bluetooth traffic, SKAA deliver a professional audio alternative that is able to endure these hostile environments with best-in-class reliability. SKAA also allows for uninterrupted audio signals which are delivered with the highest sound quality to all speakers without the latency that is inherent in other wireless solutions.
"We’re excited to expand into new horizons with the Wet Sounds Portable, a product that bridges the gap between professional-grade performance and everyday convenience," says Mark Gerick, COO of Wet Sounds. "Collaborating with Eleven Engineering has opened doors for us to bring advanced wireless technology into the pro audio space, allowing us to deliver unparalleled sound quality and innovation."
The Wet Sounds Portable speaker is engineered to deliver premium, high performance audio for any environment for those who also demand durability. Whether for hosting a poolside party, enjoying a beach day, or embarking on an outdoor adventure, this rugged, portable speaker ensures music can be taken anywhere.
"Wet Sounds Portable follows the Wet Sounds philosophy of designing, developing, and bringing to market innovative outdoor audio products," explains Ray Woodall, Wet Sounds National Sales Manager. "While Wet Sounds did not create the party speaker market, we have redefined the category with the introduction of the Wet Sounds Portable. Engineered and built to withstand some of the harshest environments, Wet Sounds Portable brings a live outdoor concert experience wherever you go."
Offering the performance of a professional speaker, rugged construction, and a stylish, portable design the WS-L is able to generate 126dB of clear sound to fill any space both indoors or outdoors. Combined with pro-grade SKAA wireless audio, and IP67 weatherproof and dustproof rating (ideal for marine, powersport, and outdoor environments), the Wet Sounds Portable Speaker completely destroys the typical cheap plastic Bluetooth party speakers that are offered these days.
Specifications for this portable speaker include a removable Lithium-ion battery cartridge that delivers up to 9 hours at full volume, or up to 40 hours at moderate volume. Charging takes about 3 hours, but users can purchase multiple battery cartridges and keep multiple WS-L speakers running continuously if needed. Inside the Wet Sounds Portable Speaker there is a 10" woofer with a custom tweeter and two 10" passive radiators, all powered by a 144W Class-D module. The speaker can be controlled by its own app, providing adjustable EQ, lighting presets, and the ability to assign Stereo and Mono to multiple paired WS-L speakers, as well as access to the SKAA features.
Weighing in at 25 pounds, the Wet Sounds Portable Speaker also features an ergonomic handle for easy transport and interlocking stackable capabilities, with an integrated LED lighting that adds a vibrant atmosphere to events with customizable LED lights that can be adjusted to any liking.
"We are thrilled to enter this product category with an offering that meets the demands of what our customers have come to expect from Wet Sounds," adds Gabe Sandoval, Wet Sounds Project Director, Product Development. "Amazing sound quality matched with a versatile and rugged design, this product is essential to carry along on all of life adventures."
SKAA is the wireless audio technology developed by Eleven Engineering, a company from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, specializing in microprocessors SiPs (System in Package) and modules designed for audio applications. Eleven's XInC2 multithreaded processor was designed specifically for digital wireless audio applications but is also well suited for other realtime intensive microprocessor applications, supporting home theater, multiroom, portable, and pro audio applications.
WFD, Eleven's proprietary wireless audio transport protocol, has a narrow footprint in the radio spectrum, delivering both best-in-class coexistence with Wi-Fi / Bluetooth and unparalleled Quality of Service. SKAA transmitters work with iOS and Android mobile devices, Mac & Windows computers, televisions, and just about any product with a line output or a headphone jack.
SKAA is also available as a built-in technology not requiring an external transmitter in purpose-designed partner products, which are featured at SKAA.com.
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