Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- HTA8000
- SKU:
- 10095908
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.3 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
Great Sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the sound. We have owned SONY tv's for years and would not buy another brand one for the media room. It feels and sounds like a movie theatre.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi VivianC,
It brings us great satisfaction to hear that the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 has transformed your media room into a true cinema experience! There is nothing quite like that theater-quality sound to bring movies to life, and we are so glad it is providing the immersive atmosphere you were looking for. We are also incredibly honored by your long-standing loyalty to Sony TVs—it means the world to us to be your go-to brand for your home entertainment.
Thank you for being a dedicated member of the Sony family.
Regards,
Dominick
Sony Theater 8 Soundbar
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony Theater * soundbar, I purchased to go along with my Bravia TV, but it was just ok for me and my listening demands. I purchased the SW3 wireless subwoofer to help with the bass tones for Home Theater, but it did not compare to my wired sub and I was ultimately less than satisfied with the bass produced.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GuyR,
We’re sorry to hear the SA-SW3 didn’t provide the deep bass response you were looking for. While the SW3 is a great compact option, we recommend the SA-SW5 subwoofer for more demanding home theater setups, as its 300W output and larger 180mm driver with a passive radiator deliver significantly deeper, more cinematic bass that rivals wired alternatives. Additionally, please ensure you’ve run the "Sound Field Optimization" in the BRAVIA Connect app, which calibrates the subwoofer to your specific room acoustics for improved impact.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Sony soundbar
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Clear sound. It has great ambience. The lower range and bass were just right as we don’t need a strong sound from a subwoofer. This soundbar sounded better when compared to LG and Samsung.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CharlesP,
We feel privileged to know that the Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 delivered clear sound and the perfect balance of bass and ambience for you. Thank you for your kind comparison and for choosing Sony to enhance your audio experience!
Regards,
Dominick
Really nice Soundbar that Syncs up with Sony TV
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased this to go along with my new Bravia 7 TV. Fits perfectly under a 65” TV. The setup was super easy and the integration with the TV was flawless using Sony’s center channel sync. Setting up the spatial sound field was also extremely easy as well. You do have to play with the settings a little. In my medium sized living room, 13 x 15 feet it sounded great. For larger rooms, you may want to step up to the theater bar 9. I plan on purchasing the subwoofer and rear surrounds at a later date. For now the bar itself is more than capable. Was also able to sync the TV and soundbar to my echo dot to turn the system on & off plus control the volume. The original price of $849 was a little high but the insane price of $699 was, I think, the sweet spot for this soundbar. The spatial surround is subtle but definitely noticeable and I’m sure will be greatly enhanced with a sub & surrounds. I am not one to like my movies shaking the house so this is perfect. One last note is the Voice Zoom function also works really well for clear dialogue.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Grooovus1, we're glad you are enjoying our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Sony sound bae
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this sound bar along with a Sony subwoofer. The sound is great. Couldn’t e more satisfied.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .HI TimD,
We are thrilled to hear you're enjoying the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8! Pairing it with a Sony subwoofer is a great choice, as it allows the 11 speakers in the bar to focus on delivering clear mids and highs while the sub handles the deep, cinematic bass.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Great sound bar
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A great sound bar on its own but once paired with a subwoofer and surround speakers you can get the sought-after movie experience
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Trainman,
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! It is fantastic to know that you are getting that sought-after movie experience by pairing your HT-A8000 soundbar with a subwoofer and surround speakers.
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Warm regards,
Estefany
Can’t go wrong.
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Even in a large room, this sound bar is amazing by itself. I have added the rest of the system but by itself, really great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Noor,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re elated to hear that the HTA8000 sound bar delivers impressive performance even on its own in a large room. It’s wonderful that you’ve enhanced your setup with the rest of the system, yet the sound bar continues to stand out with its quality and impact. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience and hope it continues to bring you great enjoyment.
Best regards,
-Fred
Solid addition and a real powerhouse!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This sound bar is amazing! A true power house and exceeded my expectations. This is a must have to finish off the incredible Sony Bravia picture.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RickC,
We're ecstatic to hear how much you love the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8! It's fantastic that you feel it's a true powerhouse and the perfect complement to your Sony BRAVIA picture.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Perfect companion for Bravia TV
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.While I was happy with the sound of my A95L I wanted to give a soundbar a try. I added the Theater Bar 8 and SW3 subwoofer. They sound fantastic and represent a very nice upgrade. I love how well integrated it is with the TV. I can control everything from the TV interface so it is easy for other family members to use ... they do not need to anything it just works. I am using the Acoustic Center channel feature so that the speakers of my A95L are handling the center. With Voice Zoom 3 dialog is crystal clear and voice appears to come from the screen which is exactly what I wanted. I wall mounted the soundbar using the included template. This was also very easy though it does not come with the screws. Setup using the Bravia Connect app was simple and it is nice having both the app as well as the TV interface to control the sound.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MarkNH, we're glad you are enjoying your new soundbar! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Excellent sound bar,
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound bar, quality-enriched sound. easy to set up and mount on the wall
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Pgfd702,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re honored to hear that you appreciate the HTA8000 sound bar’s rich, quality sound and its easy setup and wall-mounting features. Your positive experience encourages us to continue delivering products that combine excellent performance with user-friendly design.
Best regards,
-Fred
Great service and products.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Piles working with Best Buy with the purchase of my tv and sound systems. I will continue shopping at Best Buy because of the great service and products.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PhillipT,
We are delighted to hear you had a great purchasing experience for your new TV and sound systems! We are confident that your BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 will significantly elevate your entertainment, delivering powerful, immersive sound with its 11 speakers and Dolby Atmos/DTS:X capabilities. We value your decision to include Sony products in your home theater setup.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Perfect Sound Bar 8 for NYC Apt
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bravia Soundbar 8 delivers perfectly for my NYC apartment needs. Loud enough for really nice effects without having to crank up the volume. So far no complaints - not even from my neighbors! Getting a nice sound field without the separate sub-woofer which may have been too much for my building. Not sure if I missed something in the initial set up but for some reason I was not able to get the Dolby Atmos to pass through via eArc at first. It was not until I bought new HDMI to have that pass through. Which again to be fair might have been some setting issue - not sure. Easy to set up out of the box but like all nice things you need to spend a minute to dial in the features if you want to get every bit of performance out it!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JimmyL, we're glad you like our product. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
awesome soundbar
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound bar. Amazing sound theatre like experience.I highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi FeliciaK,
We are thrilled that you’re enjoying the theater-like experience of your BRAVIA Theater Bar 8! By using our 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology and 11 dedicated speakers, we designed this bar to create immersive "phantom speakers" throughout your room for a true cinematic feel.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Great, especially when paired with Bravia9 TV
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I've been using a Theater Bar 8, without a sub or rears, but with the Center Sync of a Bravia 9. Overall I've been very happy with it, particularly for Atmos encoded content. The surround effects have been surprisingly good, although the height effects have been a little lacking. That could be due to my room, which has a vaulted ceiling that is 16 ft at its peak. It took me a while to get the settings dialed in just right. Out of the box it sounded a little thin. But when I got the sound field setup just right, it fills the room with sound without any problem. The only reasons I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars include: - It's not quite as good for listening to music, at least I have not yet figured out what the optimal settings are for that. - There don't seem to be that many options for further customization of the sound. If Sony's preset options don't work for you, you're pretty much out of luck.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Awesome, SamP! We're glad you're happy with your purchase. Make sure to keep your device's firmware up to date to enjoy all its features. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Craig
Best Theater Bar
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best soundbar I have ever purchased so far. I did buy Samsung before and honestly it very disappointed be even it was including the two sub speaker but the sound quality was horrible.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for sharing your fantastic review, HuyV!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that the HTA8000 Soundbar is the best you have purchased so far! It is incredibly rewarding to know that you are so impressed with the sound quality and performance of our premium soundbar, especially after your previous disappointing experience with another brand.
We designed the HTA8000 to deliver an immersive, room-filling audio experience, and your feedback is a wonderful validation of that effort.
Thank you again for choosing Sony for your home audio needs. We hope you continue to enjoy the superior sound quality for years to come!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
It’s amazing
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s amazing sounds so good and clear. Best soundbar I’ve heard.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the high praise, DylanP!
We are thrilled to hear that the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 is the best soundbar you’ve heard! We worked hard to ensure that this model delivers incredible clarity and a wide, cinematic soundstage, so it’s great to know it’s hitting the mark for you.
Thank you for choosing Sony and for sharing your experience!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Great Sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My husband loves the sound and is so glad he bought this.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DianeB,
We are thrilled to hear that your husband is so happy with the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8! By using our 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology and 11 dedicated speaker units, we designed this bar to create immersive "phantom speakers" throughout your room for a true cinematic experience. It is wonderful to know that the combination of clear dialogue and overhead effects is providing the high-quality sound he was looking for.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Optional Subwoofer not Optional
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I think the sound bar is pretty great, but when I got home and finished setting up the soundbar, I realized that the sound bar did not do a great job of handling bass and voices at the same time. When at the store I asked the sales associate if they think I would need the optional bass speaker, and they said no. After reading more reviews online, I went back to Best Buy the next day to purchase the SA-SW3 bass speaker and then recalibrated the system. Now with the bass speaker added, the soundbar sounds way better and you can even feel the bass even when it is set to a low level. I must say, I did not think that I would have issue with voices since I am using a Bravia TV with acoustic center syn.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi marvenkimbrough,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the soundbar. Your feedback about the sound quality is greatly appreciated. We're glad that you were able to find the perfect configuration and setup by adding the Sony SA-SW3 subwoofer. Rest assured that your purchase will be worth it! Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
Great Sony Sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound, very clear, easy to assemble and mount. Seemless connecion with bluetooth devices and sprakers
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, Spidey28!
We are delighted to hear that you are enjoying the great, very clear sound of your HT-A8000 Soundbar! It's also rewarding to know that the unit was easy to assemble and mount, and that you are experiencing seamless connection with Bluetooth devices and speakers.
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Sony Top Sound Bar
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound bar I have. I bought several kinds of sound bar. But this is the best one. I bought this tigether with the subwoofer ans rear speakers. Excellent sound quality. Highly recommended.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Juzzting,
Thank you for the outstanding 5-star review! It is incredibly rewarding to hear that, after trying several kinds, you consider the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 the best sound bar you have ever owned. We are especially thrilled that adding the Sony subwoofer and rear speakers created the 'Excellent sound quality' and comprehensive experience you were looking for.
Thanks for trusting Sony!
Regards,
Dominick