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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 668 reviews

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    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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86%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers love the BRAVIA Theater Bar 9's sound quality, repeatedly praising its amazing and immersive audio. Many reviewers highlighted the clear, detailed sound and exceptional surround sound capabilities. The 360 spatial audio feature also received high praise. Overall, the overwhelmingly positive feedback centers on the impressive audio performance.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great with Sony Bravia XR TV

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great Sound System. Goes well with the TV I have! Highly would recommend it

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SonySpeakersUser, Fabulous! We are thrilled to hear about your satisfaction with the outstanding performance of your BRAVIA Theater Bar 9. Thank you for your kind recommendation and for choosing Sony! - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Jason

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    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 friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony is best

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    100percent little price but perfect sounds like theater

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ABCD,

      That's phenomenal feedback! We're thrilled you feel the BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 provides such perfect, theater-like sound. Thanks for choosing Sony. Best regards, Eliab sony-global

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Enjoying the tunes and sounds...

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Couldn't live without it. The sounds are great and makes watching movies a pure joy. I would highly recommend this sound bar, especially if you pair it with a Sony Bravia.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello FranciscoE,

      Thank you so much for your incredible review of the Bravia Theater Bar 8!

      We are absolutely thrilled to hear that it has become an essential part of your home entertainment and that the great sounds make watching movies a "pure joy."

      Your recommendation is highly valued, and we especially appreciate you highlighting how well it pairs with a Sony Bravia television.

      We're delighted you're loving the powerful and clear sound, and we hope you continue to enjoy countless cinematic moments with your Sony setup!

      Thanks for choosing Sony,

      Sincerely,
      Jenn. Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good only if it on offer

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Looks big in design, But works great. It is compatible with any TV.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Guru, We're glad that the BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 works great. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall very good, if you get on a sale definitely worth it

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Manny, Thanks for the positive feedback. We're glad you like your new speakers. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for you movie fans out there!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great addition to my new home theater. Looking forward to complement with speakers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Joshua, We're delighted to hear that you are satisfied with your purchase! At Sony, we are committed to delivering the highest quality products for our customers. It seems we've succeeded with the BRAVIA Theater Bar 9! We hope the soundbar is perfectly suited for your space and that you enjoy an immersive, theater-like sound experience that fills your room. Enhance your cinematic experience by adding optional wireless subwoofers (SW3/SW5) and rear speakers (RS3S/RS5) for a more immersive sound. There's no hassle of reconnecting each time; simply power them on, and the subwoofer and rear speakers will automatically pair for your convenience. Thank you so much for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Bravia theatre 9

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product, but make sure your tv has also a good sound quality to match it

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RubenC, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad you like your new speakers. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    SuperB

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We love our purchase.Worth every penny.Sounds is very clear.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AngelicaD!
      We are thrilled to hear that your HT-A9000 has been such a worthwhile purchase and that you are enjoying its crystal-clear sound.

      The HT-A9000 uses 13 speaker units within the single bar, including up-firing speakers, to create an immersive audio experience.

      Thanks for choosing Sony!
      Best regards,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Crisp sound

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my first time buying a Sony soundbar and I’m impressed with it so far. Great sound quality for listening to music on tv or Bluetooth. Very easy to setup. Highly recommend you buy the wireless subwoofer.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AP817, thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on the HTA-8000! We're elated to hear that your first experience with a Sony Soundbar has been such a positive one. It's great to know you're enjoying the rich sound quality for both music and TV, and that the setup was a breeze. We totally agree with you, pairing it with the wireless subwoofer really takes the experience to the next level. Welcome to the Sony family! Regards, -Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome sound

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sound bar is amazing. True theater like pefromance especially when added with sub and rears.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      That's wonderful to hear, Zk417! We're glad you like your new sound bar. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Haywood Bradley

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I really like the system upgrade I purchased from your store. The salesman was very helpful and knowledgeable and the product. If in the future I want to upgrade another tv. I will certainly give Best Buy the first consideration.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello HaywoodB,

      Thank you for your glowing review of the HTA8000 soundbar system you bought from Best Buy. We're delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with both the product and our knowledgeable salesman. It's fantastic to know that you plan to consider Best Buy for your future TV upgrades. We truly appreciate your support and your choice of our Sony products!

      Best regards,
      Gus Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sounds

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The 360 Spatial Audio is amazing, sounds great quality much better

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JoseR, we're glad you like the sound quality of your new soundbar! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not Great

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    While the sound was good we found we had to put the sound level too high to hear it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for the review, SondraG!

      We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the sound quality of your HT-A8000. To help with the volume levels, you might try adjusting the "Voice Mode" setting on your remote, which is designed to enhance dialogue clarity without needing to raise the overall volume.

      If you find that the levels still aren't quite right, please feel free to reach out to our support team for further optimization tips. We are always here to help you get the best performance possible!

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Best regards,

      Gus, Sony Social Media Team Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bravia sound bar

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    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 friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      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 sony-global

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very pleased with this purchase. Easy set up with the app The sound is as promised - incredible. Play the Atmos demo videos and you will be blown away

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JohnM, we feel privileged to hear you're enjoying your Sony - BRAVIA Theater Bar 8. From the easy setup with the app to the incredible sound performance—especially with those Atmos demo videos, it's great to know it's living up to what you'd hoped for. This soundbar was designed to deliver truly immersive, cinematic audio, and we're thrilled it's made such an impact in your home. Thanks for choosing Sony! Best regards, -Dominick Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    An excellent product

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    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 friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Sound Bar

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sony Bravia Sound Bar 8 is one of the best I found. Checked on multiple other bars but this was the best on Bass sound clarity and is very sleek and easy to handle. It has 11 speakers and with this bar I did not feel the need for any external woofers or speakers. But its your choice to add if you want. Overall value for money and highly recommended.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MBLM, Awesome! We're glad you like your new speakers. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It works well

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s subtle, but efficient. Perfect combination with Bravia tv.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Sunshine, Thank you for the feedback! We're glad you like the soundbar paired with your TV. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony is king

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sony is the biggest and best quality but also the priciest

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Kiwi, We appreciate the 5-star rating! We're glad you are happy with our products. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig Sony_US