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
Best Soundbar I've had!
|Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Soundbar
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Soundbar. Bought to replace our klipsch soundbar that the kids had broke. This soundbar is so much better than our previous one. We also got the subwoofer to go with & love it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Catpaige98, Awesome! We are very delighted to hear you are enjoying your HT-A8000 with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X along with the wireless subwoofer. Good to know that your investment is worth it. Thank you so much for choosing Sony! -Jess
Great sound!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works great! Easy to set up. Nice upgrades at any time with a sub woofer or back speakers but not necessary.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoshuaC,
Thank you so much for your review! We're happy to hear you're enjoying the great sound and easy setup of your BRAVIA Theater Bar 8. It's great to know you appreciate the flexibility for upgrades, even though it's already delivering amazing audio. Enjoy your immersive sound experience!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Maria
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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Incredible Quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Incredible soundbar. You get what you pay for. Great purchase.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JeffM, thanks for rating the Bravia Theater Bar 8 with a 5 stars score! We're happy to know you're really enjoying the premium sound experience.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn.
Bar 9 full kit
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s awesome, i also purchased the sub and wireless rears and it set itself up and calibrated. I just plugged it in and followed the prompts
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Posted .That's great to hear, GlenR! We're glad you are all set. Thanks for choosing Sony. Enjoy! -Craig
Good menu integration with Sony TV
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The only thing good about the sound bar is the menu integration with my Sony Bravia 8 II. Sound enhancement is minimal without the back speakers and subwoofer. There is minimal stereo separation from the soundbar.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JohnJ,
Thank you for considering Sony products.
We are sorry to hear that the HTA8000 soundbar has not delivered the immersive audio quality you were looking for. It is understandable how disappointing it is to feel that the audio depth and stereo separation are lacking, especially when you have a high-quality display like the Bravia 8 II.
While the integration makes setup seamless, we realize that the sound performance itself is what truly matters. To improve the spatial imaging and low-end impact, adding the optional rear speakers and a subwoofer is often the best path, but we recognize that the standalone bar should still provide a robust upgrade over built-in speakers.
If you would like assistance with optimizing your settings or troubleshooting the sound stages to get the most out of your current setup, please reach out to our support team. We would like to help improve your experience. You can reach our experts at: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=ht
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Soundbar
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is great. Like the iPhone app to adjust sound and the base from subwoofer.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello DocN,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re delighted to know that you’re enjoying the exceptional sound quality of your HT-A8000 soundbar! It’s great to hear that you find the iPhone app helpful for adjusting sound settings and managing the bass from the subwoofer. Your experience motivates us to continue delivering high-quality products.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Super product!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product, speak design. Perfect sound & great price as well
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello KelvinS,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're thrilled to hear your positive feedback about the HTA8000! Indeed, this unit features a sleek design, exceptional sound quality, and an attractive price point. We're pleased to know that you're enjoying all its advantages, and your experience motivates us to continue delivering high-quality products.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sound Boom
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best sound bar. Excellent quality and sound. Love my purchase
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NicoleD, thank you so much for sharing your experience with the HT-A8000 soundbar! We are thrilled to hear that you are pleased with the excellent quality and sound it provides.
The HT-A8000 is designed with advanced features, including Dolby Atmos, which create an immersive sound environment that truly elevates your home entertainment.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound is amazing for it to only be the soundbar only. I can’t wait to add the sub and the rear speakers for an even more amazing sound experience. I 100% recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ErickC28, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sounds great
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Much better than our old 3/1 sound bar. Would like to add the subwoofer later.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BCDC. We're glad to hear that you are enjoying your current soundbar. Adding a subwoofer can significantly enhance your audio experience by providing deeper bass and improving overall sound quality. Thanks for choosing Sony!. -Milton
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Stisfied sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.More realistic sounds with playing games and music.
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Posted .Hello kazak,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It's wonderful to learn that you're enjoying more realistic audio with your HTA8000 while gaming and listening to music! We're delighted that it's elevating your overall audio experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us!
Best regards,
-Fred
Sounds great
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works really well. Connects really well. No issues so far.
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Posted .Hello Chazz,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're excited to hear that your HTA8000 soundbar is working seamlessly and connecting smoothly. Your positive experience encourages us to keep delivering products that integrate effortlessly into your daily life.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Happy with my purchase
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very nice, the sound was clear and installed buybest buy service, it was easy and nice addition to my Tv
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AzitaY,
We're glad to hear you're enjoying your BRAVIA Theater Bar 8! Clear sound and an easy setup make all the difference. Thanks for sharing your experience and for choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Wakes My Neighbors
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The soundbar throat punches my ears with crisp mega awesome theater sounds
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, HuskiCheeta,
Thanks for the 5-stars rating! We are really happy to hear how much you are enjoying your Sony Theater Bar! We are glad you can experience the amazing sound quality, and make sure to download the BRAVIA Connect app to easily control BRAVIA Theater from your smartphone and change volume, sound profiles, and advanced settings.
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a wonderful day!
-DiegoV
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.
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Posted .Hi PhilMcKrevitz, we're glad to know that you are enjoying your new soundbar! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Nice. Sound bar
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great for media not so much for music. Id get the sub if you want decent music performance.
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Posted .Hi Gglock, thank you so much for your 5- star review, we are glad that you are happy with the Sony - BRAVIA Theater Bar 8. This sound bar comes with the Sound Field Optimization feature which auto calibrates the sound to your room's characteristics giving you a great surround sound experience! Thanks for choosing Sony. Regards. - Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
A+
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound. Very true and does a good job without peripheral speakers.
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Posted .Hello RandyH,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We truly appreciate your valuable feedback on the HT-A8000! We are immensely pleased to hear that you're enjoying its outstanding sound quality. The HTA8000 truly excels in performance with its 11 integrated speakers, delivering exceptional acoustic clarity and immersive spatial audio that envelops the entire room. Your recognition of these features is invaluable to us, and we greatly appreciate your thoughts. We always love to hear about your experiences with our products!
Best regards,
-Fred