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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 1374 reviews

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    More Than What I expected

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

    I purchased this center channel speaker along with the same series bookshelf speaker pair (SSCS5) and Dolby Atmos Enabled pair (SSCSE) to complete a home entertainment setup for gaming and streaming -- XBOX ONE X for gaming and Samsung 43" Q60 QLED Smart TV for video. These speakers are connected to a Denon AVR-X3400H receiver and the setup is completed with Definitive ProMonitor 800 surround speakers and a Polk Audio PSW10 subwoofer. I can't speak for using this setup in a larger room with distant speakers. My speakers (and TV) are all within 5 feet. Having said that, the setup just blew me away. In particular, this center channel speaker provides clear dialogue when I stream movies and TV shows. As a point of comparison I originally purchased a 3.1 dolby atmos enabled soundbar and was disappointed with the output -- barely better than the TV speakers. If you want to setup a surround system in up to a medium sized room, you can't go wrong with this speaker, especially at this price point.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Speaker as good as advertised

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

    The sound is definitely better than the one I had and integrates well with other speakers of my system, I certainly recommended this one for central speaker.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TMaster, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product! You’ve purchased a speaker versatile enough to deliver an unprecedented and real audio experience, with a soundstage so expansive you can feel the energy and passion of the original performance. Prepare to hear vocals come alive with our wide dispersion Super tweeter! Thanks for choosing SONY! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony makes Center channel speakers and I bought

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

    Got this as a part of my 7.1 surround set up, and it works well as a center channel. Great sound

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

      Perfect! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the sound quality of the speaker. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sounds great!

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

    Good sound, easy set up. I was very satisfied with this product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice

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

    Great sound happy with it love it nice and loud...

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Sound Great Value

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

    Clear and loud. Really changed the way I experience movie watching at home. A center channel is a critical component to home theater so dont cheap out on it! This center speaker is good for stereo set ups that total under 2 grand.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SteveW, we're glad you like the clarity and loudness of our product. You’ve purchased a speaker versatile enough to deliver an unprecedented and real audio experience, with a soundstage so expansive you can feel the energy and passion of the original performance. Prepare to hear vocals come alive with our wide dispersion Super tweeter! Thanks so much for your purchase! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good center channel speaker

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

    Center speaker that delivers good audio and fit very nicely in my theater setup. Highly recommended.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Dragon06,

      Great! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality of the speaker and how it works well with your home entertainment setup. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony speaker

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

    The sound quality is awesome, easy doing stall. Definitely What recommend this speaker? If all you need was a center speaker.

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

      You made the right choice! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality of the speaker. It's also great that you had an easy time setting it up. You’ve purchased a speaker versatile enough to deliver an unprecedented and real audio experience, with a soundstage so expansive you can feel the energy and passion of the original performance. Prepare to hear vocals come alive with our wide dispersion Super tweeter! Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quality Center channel speaker

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

    This is a great center channel speaker to with with my surround sound set up

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ZachAttack679, Awesome! We're glad to hear you like the quality of your new Sony SSCS8 and it fits perfectly with your surround sound setup. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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

    I bought this in a pinch and there wasn’t too many options. Pro: it’s good sound. Crisp and clear. Pretty loud but not too sharp on the vocals Cons: really large. It’s pretty boxy for a center speaker. Especially if you are trying to go for a minimalistic view.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Bathrobebob, we're glad you love our product. You’ve purchased a speaker versatile enough to deliver an unprecedented and real audio experience, with a soundstage so expansive you can feel the energy and passion of the original performance. Prepare to hear vocals come alive with our wide dispersion Super tweeter! Thanks so much for your purchase! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony center channel

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

    Great sound for the price, I'd buy it again if I ever needed another center channel speaker.

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

      You made the right choice! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality of the speaker. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Just enough sound!

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good speaker for the pricepoint! Would recommend at entry level.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Sound

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sounds great, $75 is a steal, wouldn't buy at $150 tho, just wait for it to go on sale. I also bought a set of the bookshelf speakers Sony has available for $75, very good sound for the price, give them a shot, at $75 you cant lose

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi phantos, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. You’ve purchased a speaker versatile enough to deliver an unprecedented and real audio experience, with a soundstage so expansive you can feel the energy and passion of the original performance. Prepare to hear vocals come alive with our wide dispersion Super tweeter! Thanks so much for choosing Sony! Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Center of Attraction

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Replaced an Onkyo center speaker with this Sony and can tell a world of difference in performance. Love the crystal clear sound with all highs and lows and it compliments my Sony tower speakers. 100% satisfied.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Republic849, thank your these fantastic 5 stars! We're glad to know the Sony-Core Center-Channel Speaker fits perfect with your Sony tower speakers, we bet you're enjoying the best sound quality right now. Thank you for choosing Sony! Regards. -Jenn Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Looks great and sounds great

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

    I have this paired with the Core floor and bookshelf speakers, as well as an older Sony subwoofer. It sounds great with the other speakers, and fits in well with the look of my home theater. Sony delivers on an inexpensive but quality speaker set in the Core speakers. You won't be disappointed.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best product

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

    High quality and sounds amazing . Highly recommend product is you have a surround sound system .

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice Quality

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

    Purchased for a center speaker set to complete my 5.1 surround setup. They have great sound quality and a nice design. The box is kinda heavy but that just assures quality of the box itself. Definitely happy with the buy and a very reasonable price for Sony.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound

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

    Sounds excellent at this price point. I bought this to replace a competitor's center channel that failed in 3 years. This seems to have better build quality and dialog is crisp

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi laffer1, we're glad you like the build quality and sound quality of our product. You’ve purchased a speaker versatile enough to deliver an unprecedented and real audio experience, with a soundstage so expansive you can feel the energy and passion of the original performance. Prepare to hear vocals come alive with our wide dispersion Super tweeter! Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent value, clear dialog

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

    I didn't have incredibly high expectations for this given the sale price that I paid, but it totally fixed muffled, wimpy dialog from my smaller JBL Cinema 610 center speaker. Much crisper sound. Also great with music.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Steve, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. You’ve purchased a speaker versatile enough to deliver an unprecedented and real audio experience, with a soundstage so expansive you can feel the energy and passion of the original performance. Prepare to hear vocals come alive with our wide dispersion Super tweeter! Thanks so much for your purchase! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Core Series 4

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

    Paired this with 2 pair of Sony Core Series 5 bookshelf speakers, a Sony Core Series Subwoofer, and a Sony STRDH770 receiver. Perfect combination that sound great together. Huge improvement over my previous home entertainment system. Highly recommended.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi bschoen97, We are thankful that you have chosen to patronize our product. Your satisfaction is our number one concern and we promise to stay reliable. -Jerome sony_US