Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- HTA8000
- SKU:
- 6577858
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
Customers are saying
Customers commend the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8's exceptional sound quality, frequently praising its immersive surround sound and clarity for both music and TV audio. The ease of setup and installation is another frequently cited positive aspect. No significant negative feedback was reported.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Surround sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is awesome..really happy with my purchase!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello OscarM!
Thanks so much for taking the time to share your feedback about your new HT-A8000! It is fantastic to know how much you're loving the awesome sound quality of your purchase.
The HT-A8000 is packed with features like 360 Spatial Sound Mapping for an immersive audio field, Sound Field Optimization to perfectly tune the sound to your room and support for the latest high-resolution audio formats.
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
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.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
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
- Cons mentioned:Price
Bad
|Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Being honest I expected way more when I purchased this soundbar considering the high price point. The soundbar was bad it kept disconnecting from the tv every five minutes. I have to turn it off and and on again in order for it to work. Also the sound quality was not great either considering the price there are many options with way better sound at this price.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're sorry hear that you have an issue with the connectivity and sound quality of your Sony unit. We'd like to turn your opinion around regarding the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8. Please follow these steps to isolate the issues:
• Please make sure that the soundbar is properly connected to the TV using a high-speed HDMI cable via the HDMI-ARC port. Sometimes, using a different HDMI cable can resolve connectivity issues.
• Please make sure that both your TV and soundbar have the latest firmware updates installed. Firmware updates can often resolve connectivity and performance issues.
• Please make that there are no other devices nearby that could be causing interference with the soundbar's connection to the TV.
• Try resetting both the TV and the soundbar to their factory settings. This can sometimes resolve persistent connectivity issues. You can check this link for more details:
https://helpguide.sony.net/ht/208283c/v1/en/contents/117_Resetting_the_Speaker_System.html
• For sound quality, you can follow this link to adjust the sound quality:
https://helpguide.sony.net/ht/208283c/v1/en/contents/022_Adjusting_Sound_Quality.html?search=sound%20quality
If you require any additional support with regard to this product, please email us at [email protected] with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
~Earl
Bravia
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.the product was excellent. The best purchased i had made
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, MelindaS!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you love your HT-A8000 soundbar and that you feel it's the best purchase you've made! It's incredibly rewarding to know that this product is delivering an experience that has exceeded your expectations.
Thank you again for choosing Sony and for sharing your wonderful feedback.
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Product works but took too long to get installed
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It works but Best Buy insulation group took 17 days to get installed in my home. Needs to have more installers. Faulse offer
I would recommend this to a friendGreat Sound. Limited settings.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This system sounds really nice for a bar. Have it hooked to a G5. After purchase I noticed some sound settings were not available unless used with the Sony Television.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AnthonyC,
That's great to hear your HT-A8000 soundbar system sounds really nice, especially hooked up to your G5! We're glad it's delivering a quality audio experience for your bar environment.We appreciate your 4-star rating and your feedback. If you have any questions about optimizing your current setup or exploring ways to enhance your sound, even without a Sony TV, feel free to ask!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a fantastic day!
DiegoV
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
Excellent Sound Quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a great soundbar. Live sports coverage sounds like you are at the venue. Background and secondary noises make it sound realistic without interfering with dialogue.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi STEVENH!
It brings us great satisfaction to hear your positive feedback about the HT-A8000 soundbar! We're thrilled that you're experiencing the immersive sound quality it offers, especially with live sports coverage.
The advanced technology in this soundbar enhances every detail, allowing you to feel as if you are right at the venue, while the clarity of dialogue remains crystal clear amidst background sounds.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Needs a display
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.There are new features, but the lack of a display is a big drawback because there's no way to know which features are enabled without referring to the app. It shuts down if you pause for very long - then the (Sony) TV's remote becomes inoperative until you use the soundbar's remote. It requires a lot of juggling of phone and two remotes that conflict. The equalizer function that existed with the previous HTA5000 is gone, so I'm not able to match my room. The sound is clean but lacks bass compared to the HTA5000 I replaced. The app gives better sound adjustment, almost as good as Audessey, and it works well with the Bravia Cam for time-alignment. I was hoping for more.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MichaelS, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We hope you are enjoying your soundbar. We understand your feedback regarding the lack of display, remote and equalizer of the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8. We're sorry to hear that you have issue with your Sony unit. Please isolate the issue by following this link:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00267910
If you require any additional support with regard to this product, please email us at [email protected] with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
Works great - awesome sound.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works great - awesome sound. Slim design allowes it to fit right under the TV.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello BruceP,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're elated to hear that your new HTA8000 is working great! It's fantastic that the slim design fits so well under your TV and that you're enjoying the awesome sound. We designed it to be both high-performing and discreet, and we're so glad it's a perfect fit for you.
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 sound bar
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound. Small size limits its obtrusiveness and accents decor.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Yesyes,
That's wonderful to hear! We designed the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 to deliver incredible audio performance like Dolby Atmos/DTS:X without compromising on sleek design or decor. We are thrilled you're enjoying the balance of power and style.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Bravia Theater Sound Bar 8 -- Great Sound Bar
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I went to Best Buy to compare the new TV's that I was considering and the one I chose was hooked up to a Bravia Theater Sound Bar 8. As soon as I heard it with the TV, I knew I had to have it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JohnT,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It's truly a pleasure to hear that you had such a great experience at Best Buy! We're so glad you found the perfect TV and loved the sound quality of the HTA8000. Your enthusiasm for your new setup is contagious, and we can't wait for you to enjoy it even more.
Best regards,
-Fred
Sony Bravia Theater Bar 8
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This soundbar works seamlessly with Sony TV's, especially when using the S-Center Out to link up with your TV speakers. This works very well with wireless Sony speakers and wireless Sony subwoofers. The bass in this soundbar is really good, but a dedicated wireless subwoofer completes the sound profile. I would recommend adding a sub before adding rear speakers if you are on a budget. As the rear speakers help, but the sub makes more of a difference.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Awesome, Andrew! We're glad you like your new soundbar. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Bravia sound bar
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not quite the surround sound I expected but overall good quality
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GeorgeM, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We're thrilled to hear that you are pleased with the overall quality. Regarding your surround sound experience, the HTA8000 is equipped with cutting-edge technologies such as Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® to deliver an immersive audio experience. If you find that the surround sound isn't quite meeting your expectations, we recommend adjusting the sound settings on both the soundbar and your audio source to enhance the surround sound effect. You can find helpful guidance here: https://helpguide.sony.net/ht/208283c/v1/en/contents/022_Adjusting_Sound_Quality.html?search=sound%20quality. Additionally, for tips on optimizing your soundbar's performance, please check out this link: =https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00349230?utm_source. If you need further assistance or have additional concerns, may we contact you directly? If so, please email the following information to [email protected]. 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. Thank you for choosing Sony, and we hope this helps you get back to enjoying your theater experience! Sincerely, Maria
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 [email protected] with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Bravia Theater Bar 8...Great value!!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased along with a new Sony 85" Bravia 7, and the sound quality is noticeable. Easy controls and remote. I stream via DirecTV and it was linked to my remote very easily, but I occasionally use the SONY remote to enhance the sound. Voices come across much clearer than with the Sound Bar that the Theater 8 replaced
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mr2nsMan,
Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 has enhanced your viewing experience, especially with its clear voice projection and easy controls. Pairing it with your Sony BRAVIA 7 sounds like a fantastic setup!
Enjoy your new sound system, and thank you for choosing Sony!
-Maria
Jason
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It adds so much to the viewing experience on my new TV! In addition, Marco was amazing!! Lives up to his title of Experience Manager!!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JasonS, thank you so much for your 5-star review! It makes us really happy to hear your Sony - BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 is enhancing your viewing experience on your new TV. With its immersive Dolby Atmos sound, powerful bass, and Acoustic Center Sync technology, it's designed to make you feel right in the middle of the action. Thank you for choosing Sony, and enjoy many amazing movie nights ahead! Best regards, -Dominick
Amazing Sound bar from Sony
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This sound bar without a subwoofer fills tge room nicely, movies, games, music all sounds great. The app is very good amd allows for customization. ACR is key as well to controllnit with thw TV remote ! A winner!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Joreo, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about the Sony HT-A8000 soundbar. It brings us great joy to hear that you are enjoying the immersive audio experience it provides for movies, games and music. We are also thrilled to know that you find the app beneficial for customization, as it truly enhances your listening experience.
Thanks for choosing Sony and once again for your kind words and support. We hope you continue to enjoy your soundbar and all the features it offers!
Best regards,
Estefany
An excellent product
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound quality. Made listening to dialogue much easier. And the Dolby Atmos really works.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for that fantastic review, WilliamS!
We are so pleased to hear that your new HT-A8000 is delivering such an excellent audio experience for you. It's truly rewarding to know that the dialogue is much clearer now—we designed this soundbar to provide crystal-clear voice clarity so you never miss a word.
And we are thrilled that the Dolby Atmos feature is making such a difference for you! We engineered the soundbar to create an incredibly immersive, three-dimensional soundscape that makes you feel like you're right in the middle of the action, so it's great to hear that it's working so well for you.
Thank you again for choosing Sony and for sharing your experience. We hope you continue to enjoy a fantastic sound experience!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
