Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- HTA8000
- SKU:
- 10095908
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
to a friend
Best surround
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love it great quality, crisp sound coming from each of the speaker
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MatthewR,
We are thrilled to hear that you are loving the crisp sound quality of your BRAVIA Theater Bar 8! It is wonderful to know that the 11-speaker system is delivering the immersive and detailed audio experience we designed it to provide. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Sound bar
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love it great quality. Upgrade from previous one I had.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello KarenR,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re excited to hear that the HT-A8000 soundbar has been a great upgrade and that you’re enjoying its quality. Your continued trust in our products means a lot to us, and we’re glad to be part of your audio experience.
Best regards,
-Fred
Good bang for a budget purchase.
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall it’s a good sound system. On its own it wouldn’t pass 3 stars. The Subwoofer is a MUST. It does reach 4 stars if it’s Paired up with a Sub and rear speakers as well as a Sony Tv that can act as a center speaker. It will sound more “mutted” than the A5000 but cranking up the bass and volume will definitely fix that. The Bravia App is a must for adjustments and updates. if you have WiFi connectivity you won’t have to rely on a USB to add updates.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PhilMcKrevitz, we're glad to know that you are enjoying your new soundbar! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
Bravia 8 owner
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Paired it with my Bravia 8. Sounded better than the stock speakers but there was not enough difference to warrant spending $1,000, so i returned it. The Briava 8 has pretry good speakers to begin with so if you have that TV or the 9, probably not worth it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello there,
Thank you so much for sharing your honest feedback about the HT-A9000 soundbar system.
We completely understand. It sounds like the speakers built into your BRAVIA 8 are already excellent, which is great!
We want our customers to feel they got great value and we appreciate you confirming that the built-in sound on the BRAVIA 8/9 is already top-notch.
We appreciate you giving Sony a chance with this product.
Best regards,
Estefany
Exellent Sound Bar with a few caveats
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I found this sound bar to be a excellent sound bar but there is room for a bit of improvement. While sound clarity is good with the bar alone you do need the subwoofer and surrounds to get the true cinematic experience especially in a larger room. Another poor decision for me is not having the ability to adjust treble and base. The software can be clunky. At times I have unplug it and disconnect tv for changes to take effect. Iike the integration with the Bravia TVs. It is also a bit overpriced in my opinion. Overall if I had to I would but it again since it works so well with my Bravia TV.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bigwert, we're glad you are enjoying your new soundbar. We appreciate your feedback regarding the treble and bass on your Sony unit. You can press the BASS (Bass level) +/– button on the supplied remote to adjust the volume of the bass sound or optional subwoofer. Please check this link for more details:
https://helpguide.sony.net/ht/208283c/v1/en/contents/006_Supplied_Remote_Control.html?search=bass
If you require any additional support with regard to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Amazing
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing Sound, Great looks, east to use, perfect addition to my New TV
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RubenP!
Thank you so much for sharing your positive review of the HT-A8000 soundbar. It brings us great joy to hear that you love the amazing sound and the sleek look, making it a perfect match for your new TV.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Sony Soundbar
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect for 65 " Bravia. Easy set up and seamless operation with TV remote.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello user875524,
We're glad to hear that the HTA9000 soundbar setup was easy and that it works seamlessly with your 65" Bravia TV using the TV remote. The setup process is designed for simplicity, ensuring a smooth initial connection and hassle-free usage. Featuring 13 speaker units, the soundbar offers outstanding acoustic performance and immersive room-filling spatial audio, significantly elevating your audio experience.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
-Fred
Solid sound bar
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Solid sound bar. Not blown away, but it was an easy setup and the performance is good. No real complaints.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jboy, we're glad you like our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Nice Sound Bar
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very smart sound bar and easily connected. It has some neat programming features and has a definite sound zone when programmed for it. Wide range of frequencies.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CostaBill,
That's excellent feedback! We're thrilled you're enjoying the "very smart" features and easy connection of the BRAVIA Theater Bar 9. It's great you're utilizing the programming features and sound zone capabilities to fully appreciate the wide range of frequencies it delivers for a truly immersive audio experience!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Recommend
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great soundbar. Has a lot of sound for theatrical experience.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JesseL,
Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the great sound quality of the Theater bar 9! Continue to enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony!
-Aldair
Sound bar
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very loud and clear sounding. Would recommend for living rooms
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .HI AdamP,
We're thrilled to hear that you find the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 to be very loud and clear, and that you recommend it for living rooms! The 11-speaker setup truly delivers powerful and immersive sound.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Sound is Great
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had a problem with the Bravia 8 sound bar - the sound kept cutting out, so I went to the Bravia & still the sound is cutting out, not as much but still doing that
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi THOR,
Thanks for your feedback about the Bravia sound bars. We're sorry to hear the sound keeps cutting out, even after switching to the Bravia 9. That kind of interruption definitely isn’t what we want for your setup.
Here are a few quick things you can try: Make sure all the cables are connected tightly; sometimes even a small looseness can mess with the sound. If you’re using Bluetooth or another wireless connection, keep other electronics away from the sound bar to reduce interference. Restarting both your TV and sound bar can also refresh the connection and fix minor hiccups.
It’s worth checking for any software updates for both your TV and sound bar.
For instructions on updating your sound bar’s software, please refer to the detailed steps on the following link: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/sound-bars-home-theater-systems-sound-bars-surround-speakers/ht-a9000/software/00346076
If the issue still persists after following those steps, we strongly recommend reaching out to our technical support team using the link below.
https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=ht
Thanks for considering Sony products and for letting us know what’s happening.
Sincerely,
Estefany
Awesome subwoofer
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very awesome sound bar and rich sounds. I alot of features on that app. Even better paired up with speakers and subwoofer. But great by itself
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Todd, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you are enjoying your new speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
Great soundbar
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound. Elevates any movie experience with or without a subwoofer.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your fantastic review, Roger!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that the HT-A8000 soundbar delivers amazing sound that elevates any movie experience!
Your feedback is incredibly valuable, especially noting its strong performance even without a separate subwoofer. We design our soundbars to deliver powerful, immersive audio right out of the box, and it is rewarding to know the technology is exceeding your expectations.
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Great sound bar
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We upgraded out TV and decided to upgrade the sound too. We were used to having surround sound and bought this along with a subwoofer when we purchased the TV. It is doing really well for us, we also have the subwoofer and added rear speakers. Sound is really nice, my husband is a sound man and has training operating sound systems. He has mentioned several times how good the sound is.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JustMom1215,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that your Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8, along with the subwoofer and rear speakers, is delivering a great sound experience. It’s especially exciting to know that even a trained sound expert like your husband appreciates its quality! We hope you continue to enjoy immersive audio with your setup.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Maria
Voice zoom
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound bar is very nice. Love the voice zoom feature on it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JohnS!
Thanks so much for the feedback on your new gear.
We are really happy to hear that the sound bar is a great fit for your home. It’s awesome to know that the Voice Zoom feature is making a difference in how you listen!
The HT-A8000 features 11 speaker units that create a massive, cinematic soundstage right in your living room.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Great sound bar.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound. Never had a sound bar to this caliber. Definitely would recommend the while package. Add the subwoofer and rear speakers.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Barry,
We're delighted that you are impressed with the sound quality of the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 and that it has exceeded your expectations! It's great to hear you are enjoying the full immersive experience with the added subwoofer and rear speakers.
Thanks for choosing Sony. Best regards, Eliab
sound bar....or sound buffett
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound, easy connectivity, love the center link speaker connection as you can actually use the tv speakers as part of the sound system, who knew!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Deeves,
That is fantastic feedback! We designed the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 to deliver truly immersive, cinema-quality sound with effortless setup. We're thrilled that you are enjoying the unique Acoustic Center Sync feature, it truly elevates the experience by integrating your BRAVIA TV's speakers into the soundstage.
Thanks for choosing Sony. Best regards,
Eliab
Best Soundbar I've had!
|Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I absolutely love this soundbar! The sound quality is amazing and makes it worth the money! You don't need the rear speakers, but they do go amazing together!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jacob, Amazing! We're thrilled to hear about your satisfaction with the superb sound quality of your BRAVIA Theater Bar 9. Thank you so much for the perfect star review and for choosing the best brand, Sony! - Romeo
Amazing audio
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound from this soundbar spunds like youre in a theater, crystal clear and theatric. Amazing sound in such a small bar.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi sigster, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying your new HTA9000! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl