Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- HTA8000
- SKU:
- 6577858
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
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.
Sound bar
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The soundbar is adequate for what I'm used to.. I feel it's missing options to where you can fine-tune it yourself. You have to go with the factory set settings and I'm not a fan of that.⁹ It does give you very good sound. I just wish I gave you more options.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LawrenceC,
We are pleased to hear you are enjoying the sound quality of your BRAVIA Theater Bar 8! While the factory settings provide a balanced starting point, you can unlock more control by using the Sony | BRAVIA Connect app on your smartphone. Within the app, you can fine-tune the audio using the Equalizer (EQ) settings and adjust the Sound Field features to better suit your personal listening preferences.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great soundbar, worth it!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Paired with the Theater Bar 8, RS5 surrounds, and SW5 subwoofer. An amazing Sony setup! The sound field it creates in the room is wonderful. Looks good underneath the 77" Bravia 8.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi jrodvball8, we're glad you like your new soundbar! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
Great soundbar worry free
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was use to other soundbars where you have to constantly make sound adjustments. So at first I was confused and searching for things to tweak. But soon I realized that after initial set up and having my optimal settings completed, I could just relax and watch my content with minimal involvements on my part other than volume control. I competely understand why some other reviewers are unnerved by not being more involved with the operation of the soundbar. However, this soundbar sounds great with almost no manual input from the user post set up. It is very inteligent that way. Once I realized I could just enjoy the content, I realized what a great soundbar this is.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BigMar,
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful experience with the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8! We're immensely pleased to hear that, after the initial setup, you've been able to simply sit back and enjoy your content without needing to constantly make adjustments. The soundbar is designed to provide an optimized and intelligent listening experience, and it's wonderful to know that this has allowed you to relax and focus on what matters most—your entertainment. We truly appreciate your feedback and recommendation!
Thank you for choosing Sony.
Regards,
Dominick
- 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
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
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 Soundbar, though Expensive!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Sound, good voice synching, great to be able to control it from the TV screens, and bass is so good you don’t need a sub for most rooms. Only thing I don’t like is that the Xfinity remote doesn’t seem to like to control the sound bar consistently, and there is no visual of the sound level on the TV screen if you use the Xfinity remote. Shoudl be better integrated.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KitchenGuy,
Thank you for sharing your experience with the BRAVIA Theater Bar 9! We're glad to hear that you're enjoying the great sound, voice syncing, and deep bass without needing a sub in most rooms.
Regarding the remote control issue, we understand how important seamless integration is. While our soundbars are designed to work with a wide range of accessories, third-party remotes may have varying levels of compatibility. We recommend reaching out to their support team to check for any available settings or updates that could improve the integration.
We appreciate your feedback and hope you continue to enjoy your Sony setup!
- Maria
- Pros mentioned:Setup, Sound quality
Black Friday Deal
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Sound. Easy to setup. I like the app to optimize the sound to where I sit in the room. Overall great buy, from Best Buy!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CashLoot, That's awesome! We're glad you are all set. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
Best Choice for Sony Bravia TV
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best Choice to compliment your Sony Bravia TV. Works seamless with Bravia. Pair it with SARS5 rear speakers and SW5 subwoofer then you have great surround home theatre.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, Shoaib!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that the HT-A9000 is the perfect teammate for your Sony BRAVIA TV! It sounds like you’ve built an incredible home theater sanctuary by pairing it with the SA-RS5 rear speakers and the SA-SW5 subwoofer.
Thank you for choosing Sony and for being such an expert part of our community!
Best regards,
Gus,
Sony Social Media Team
Good sound, not great
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The soundbar is noticeably better than the TV speakers, but there might be better options at this price point..I have a Bravia 9 TV and wanted something to sync perfectly. No regrets but if you aren't trying to match your TV with soundbar, you may find a better deal.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PingPutts,
We’re glad to hear you are enjoying the upgraded audio experience and the perfect sync with your BRAVIA 9 TV! While there are many options on the market, the BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 is uniquely engineered to unlock exclusive features like Acoustic Center Sync and effortless menu integration that only a full Sony ecosystem provides. We appreciate your feedback and are happy you have no regrets about your choice.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- 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.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
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
Get what you pay for on a speaker
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent. Clean looking. Great sound and worth every dollar. Paid $849 during Xmas time. No need for additional speakers for more than basic use. You get what you pay for: so if you elect to buy a $200 soundbar, then that’s on you.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DavidC,
We are honored to hear that the HTA8000 is delivering the premium audio experience you were looking for. It is great to know that the clean design fits your space and that the sound quality provides such a complete, immersive performance on its own. We truly believe in the value of high-quality engineering, and we're thrilled that you find the cinematic sound worth the investment.
Thank you for making Sony part of your home entertainment.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, 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).
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
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 qualityCons mentioned:Volume
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 [email protected] 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
Amazing
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This soundbar sounds awesome! The audio is clear, loud, and really improves the TV experience. Voices are easy to hear, and movies feel much more immersive. Setup was quick and simple. I’m very happy with the sound quality and would definitely recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoseM,
We are pleased to learn that the BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 is bringing a new level of immersion to your movie nights! It is great to hear that the clarity of the dialogue and the simple setup process have made such a positive impact on your home theater experience.
We appreciate you choosing Sony.
Regards,
Dominick
Great soundbar
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality is excellent. It is like you are in a movie theatre at home. Great compliment to the Sony Television. I would recommend this to anyone.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello DebraS,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're elated to hear that the sound quality of the HT-A9000 has brought such an immersive experience to your home, making it feel like a movie theater. It's wonderful to know it complements your Sony television so well. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're grateful for your support.
Best regards,
-Fred
- 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.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.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
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
Best Electronics purchase
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This sound bar is everything that the Best Buy associate said it was. The sound is outstanding and the ability too select the different sound fields is a testament to its versatility. All in all this is one of the best eletrinics purchases we have ever made.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RogerT,
We couldn't be happier to hear that your new soundbar has lived up to the recommendation and stands out as one of your best electronics purchases! It is fantastic to know that you are enjoying the outstanding audio quality and the versatility of our different sound field settings. Creating an immersive, cinematic experience at home is exactly what the Theater Bar 9 was designed for.
Thank you for making Sony part of your home entertainment.
Regards,
Dominick
Well Pleased
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve always wanted a sound bar for my Sony Bravia TV and I’m so glad that I went ahead and bought the sound bar eight. I never knew what I was missing. I couldn’t be more happy.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Happy,
We are elated to hear that you finally treated yourself to the BRAVIA Theater Bar 8! There is truly nothing like the "aha!" moment when you realize how much depth and immersion a dedicated sound system adds to your favorite films and shows. We are thrilled that the Bar 8 has completed your setup and provided that missing piece to your home cinema experience.
Thank you for trusting Sony to bring your living room to life.
Regards,
Dominick
Worth Every Penny
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I am a music lover who recently replaced the Denon Home Soundbar 550 and matching subwoofer with the Bravia Theatre Bar 8 and SA-SW5 Subwoofer. I purchased the Theatre Bar 8 from my local Best Buy but had to order the SA-SW5 online, but it was on my front porch 2 days later. The Sony soundbar and sub absolutely destroys the pricier Denon in every area except hi-res stereo music playback. The Denon is a 2.1 soundbar and while providing better mid-range and tighter bass for streamed music from Amazon Music HD, Apple Music and SiriusXM, dialogue was muddy and frequently unintelligible, making watching my favorite programs or movies a chore. The Sony does an admirable job with hi-res music and is a pleasure to listen to without ear fatigue, plus, it provides a much wider 2.1 soundstage and absolutely kills on all movie soundtracks with their various codecs. It will shake the furniture and rattle windows if required with the SA-SW5 Sub and the center dialogue channel is the best I have heard on any soundbar in its price range. No more of my wife and I looking at each other constantly during a movie and asking, "What did he/she say"? The Dolby Atmos adds excellent height effects as well. I'm extremely happy I made the switch.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ronman, we're glad you are happy with your new BRAVIA Theater Bar 8! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Best Buy, yet again a let down
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The product is great / I bought an open box excellent but it did not come in as such. Item is missing the instructions, and missing the correct cable to plug into the wall. So had to go out and buy one. I do believe that Best Buy doesn’t take the time to really look when they put an Excellent open box sticker on it. More fair and should have been much cheaper, especially missing the cable that is needed for it to work. Another thing, you should really take out the batteries from the remotes before shipping, one battery had some build up.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Bravia 9 Soundbar
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound quality in conjunction with my Bravia 8II tv. The Bravia Connect app is user friendly. This unit replaces the HT-A5000 that I previously purchased.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello StevenS,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're honored to hear that you're enjoying the HTA9000 and the amazing sound quality it provides with your BRAVIA 8II TV! It's also great to know that you find the BRAVIA Connect app user-friendly. Thanks for sharing your experience and for being a loyal customer.
Best regards,
-Fred
