Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- HTA8000
- SKU:
- 10316955
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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
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.
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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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Very clear and crisp
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.At my age and having multiple surround sound set ups, I was looking for something that was very clear and I could hear more detail. The salesman suggested this first and I absolutely love it. It does exactly what I want: it is very clear, no distortion, no overwhelming bass and easy to use with the app. It’s the first set up my wife has ever approved.
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Posted .Hello Cruehead,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the HTA8000! We're thrilled to hear that it has exceeded your expectations for clarity and detail, especially with multiple surround sound setups. It's great to know that the sound quality feels balanced without distortion or overwhelming bass. We’re also glad to hear that the app makes it easy to use for you. It’s fantastic that your wife approves of this setup as well!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Brava Bar 9 Soundbar
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds Good, you do need to get a Sub to make it sound great. Easy to set up as long as you download the Brava Connect App first. I bought this as an open box and did not have any issues with it, the only missing part was the remote which is not needed if you want to use the tv or the app to control the soundbar
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Posted .Hi, CharlesC,
Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! It makes us really happy to hear how much you are enjoying your BRAVIA Theater Bar 9! Including 13 speaker units, hear exceptional acoustic performance and precise room filling spatial audio!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have an wonderful day!
-DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
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.
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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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
A premium sound bar from Sony
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a very diverse sounding bar. It does a great job of being loud, rich with different sounds and a deep bass. It does an excellent job of highlighting the dialogue in shows, so you can better understand what it being said without having to constantly adjust the volume. I have not tested it on it's own, but have it paired with the SW5 subwoofer. I have been very pleased with the result. Setup is not difficult and the app is pretty straightforward. It is a premium product and it is on par with my Sonos Arc set up.
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Posted .Hi Gamer89, Thank you for the amazing review! We're glad that you are impressed with your new soundbar. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great system
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Had to get a sound bar due to limited space in new basement. This has been a great replacement for previous 5.1 setup. Got the sub and rear satellites and movies sound awesome.
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Posted .Hello JP19,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're elated to hear that the HTA8000 has been a great replacement for your previous 5.1 setup. It’s wonderful to know that the subwoofer and rear satellites are delivering impressive sound quality for your movies, especially in your new basement space. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sound bar
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Stellar sound bar. Works great without a subwoofer. However I do want to get a subwoofer.
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Posted .Hi Strmchaser96, We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying the sound quality of your Sony BRAVIA Theater 8. The addition of a sound woofer truly enhances the listening experience with a fuller and richer sound. However, please note that the BRAVIA Theater 8 is exclusively compatible with Sony wireless subwoofers, specifically the SA-SW5 and SA-SW3 models.
Hope this information helps!
If you need further assistance or have additional concerns, may we contact you directly? If so, please email the following information to socialsupport@am.sony.com. Apologies if you've already shared this information with customer service — we just want to ensure we have your most accurate details: Full Name: Username: Telephone Number: Additional Information regarding your experience with the HTA8000. We appreciate your kind review, and we hope you enjoy more great listening experiences with your soundbar! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Grate soundbar
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was very skeptical about it at first but ended up impresing me, it has a good playback sound an bass, better cinematic movie experience
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AnthonyM,
That is excellent feedback! We're beyond pleased to hear that the Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 truly impressed you, especially after your initial skepticism. It is rewarding to know you are enjoying the high-quality playback, the powerful bass, and the resulting better cinematic movie experience in your home.
Thank you for sharing your positive journey with this soundbar and for trusting Sony!
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great soundbar with annoying app requirement.
|Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] I purchased it as a present and they love it! Also purchased a subwoofer to go along with it (The SA-SW3) and they did not even use it, feeling the bar itself was good on its own. The downside, as is the downside with a lot of products coming out in recent times, is that it needs an app to allow customization. It's not Sony exclusive issue (I have Bose earbuds that also make you download an app) but it's quite annoying at this point.
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Posted .Hi LazyMummy, we're glad you like your new soundbar. We appreciate your feedback regarding the “Sony | BRAVIA Connect” App. The HTA8000 soundbar does indeed require the "Sony | BRAVIA Connect" app for customization. This app allows users to control their BRAVIA and BRAVIA Theatre products from their smartphones, simplifying the initial setup and providing problem-solving capabilities. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Bar 9 review
|Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] The bar 9 is a very good sound bar if you’re looking to be truly immersed in what you’re watching. I do recommend if you’re buying this soundbar to purchase the rear speaker and sub. The rear virtual speakers that Sony advertises can lack or not be heard at all depending on the room layout. If I could give this bar a rating from 1/10 I would rate it a 7 due to the lack of clarity when listening to music or watching movies with sonys spatial 360 sound.
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Posted .Hi MrSky, Thank you for sharing your feedback. While we're glad that you like the soundbar, we're sad to hear that you are not fully impressed with the sound clarity. Make sure to keep your device up to date to enjoy all its features. Again, we appreciate the feedback as it can help us improve in the future. Regards, -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Awesome sound!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works awesome, has great sound. Super easy to setup with the subwoofer and the rear speakers (sold separately).
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Posted .Hi TvLover, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you are happy with your new speakers. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
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.
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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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great sound!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound! Got the wow effect like on the QUAD speakers.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Maximo,
We are ecstatic to learn that the BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 gave you that incredible "wow" factor! Comparing it to our flagship BRAVIA Theater Quad is a massive compliment, as both are engineered to redefine what home cinema can sound like. We are glad that the Bar 9 is delivering that same immersive, expansive soundstage that makes you feel like you are right in the middle of the action.
That stunning audio is largely thanks to our 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology. While the Bar 9 is a single sleek unit, it uses 13 speakers—including up-firing drivers and side beam tweeters—to create phantom speakers all around your room. This mimics the multi-speaker setup of the Quad system, enveloping you in sound from every direction and ensuring that every explosion, whisper, and musical score feels breathtakingly real.
Thank you for trusting Sony to bring a true cinematic experience into your home.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Not loud enough and no bass but fantastic in store
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds great in the store but isn't loud enough at home and seems to have no bass. A technician is coming back to my house to look at it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi StuartR, We are sorry to hear that the HTA9000 did not meet all of your expectations. We would like to ensure that you get the best out of your HTA9000. May we contact you to help? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com Apologies if you disclosed some of this information in your review and to customer service, we just want to ensure that we have your accurate details at the time of communication. Full Name: Username: Telephone Number: Model Number: Issue: Regards, Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent sound quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound for just a sound bar. Has great depth of sound and easy to install and use.
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Posted .Hi JoshY, we're glad you like your new soundbar! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Family Room Upgrade
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.An exceptional sound bar. After discussing all of our options with the employee at Best Buy we decided on this sound bar. We are not disappointed.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ScooterHarley,
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us! It is fantastic to know that the HT-A9000 sound bar has been a great choice for you.
This model is designed to deliver immersive, high-quality audio with features like 7.1.2 channel surround sound, Dolby Atmos, and integrated Sony Vertical Surround Engine for a truly cinematic experience.
Thank you for becoming a Sony customer!
Warm regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Soundbar
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I went to Best Buy to experience the sound quality in person before buying. I met all my need plus.
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Posted .Hi JerryL,
Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. It brings us great joy to hear that the sound quality hit the mark and provided everything you were looking for!
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
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.
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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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Pleasant Surprise
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was a little reluctant at first as to its size but after hearing a demo in the store, it sounded pretty good. When I set it up at home with a paired subwoofer, it sounded great and filled my large open room more than I expected with a nice clear undistorted sound. At half volume was what I watched movies with. I did try 70 percent volume and still very clear but too loud. I saw no reason to get anything louder unless you have a theater room and want more woofer effect. Well worth it when pairing with a large Sony TV.
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Posted .Hi Harry, great! We're glad you like our new product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Bass a bit weak.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pretty good soundbar, bass could be better for the price.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi FM4919,
It’s rewarding to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality of your BRAVIA Theater Bar 9! We appreciate your feedback regarding the bass performance, and we are glad that the overall audio experience is adding value to your home theater setup.
Thank you for choosing Sony.
Regards,
Dominick