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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 1375 reviews

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97%would recommend to a friend

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Customers value the sound quality and affordable price of the Core Series 4" 2-Way Center-Channel Speaker. Many also appreciate its convenient size and ease of setup, while some find the bass response particularly impressive. However, a few customers noted that the speaker might lack power for larger rooms and that the high frequencies could be improved.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect

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

    Combined with Sony Receiver, Sony Subwoofer, and 4 surround sound speakers from another brand. The center speaker adds the percect touch to hear dialogue and allows surround speakers to focus on ambiance/music.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Drew,

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Brings out dialogue!

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

    This was a nice enhancement to my stereo system. Never had a center channel speaker before, but now that my home theatre system is set up, it was a necessity. The price was reasonable, and the quality was what I expect from Sony, which is excellent. Dialogue was noticeably enhanced with the addition of this speaker, keeping it from getting muddled in the rest of the sound.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Bikerscout, we're glad you like our 2-way 3-driver Center Channel Speaker. 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Does its job

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

    Speaker does what you expect. Easy install, sound is clear, and i have no complaints with this product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Doesn’t disappoint!

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

    Great buy! The sound quality is phenomenal and does not disappoint, especially for the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GREAT CENTER CHANNEL SPEAKER

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

    THIS SONY 'CORE SERIES' CENTER CHANNEL SPEAKER IS A GREAT SOUNDING SPEAKER LOCATED IN A BEDROOM (IN MY CASE) FOR 5 CHANNEL MOVIE LISTENING - THIS SPEAKER WOULD ALSO WORK IN A MUCH LARGER SPACE - ITS BUILD QUALITY WAS FIRST RATE AND THE 'ON SALE' PRICE WHEN I PURCHASED WAS ALSO GREAT

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi kenney123, Fantastic! Glad you like the excellent built quality and it sounds great in your bedroom. 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! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic Value for Crisp Clear Dialogue

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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.

    Sounds great!! Crisp clear dialogue and punchy vocals when listening to music. Currently paired with my SONY STRDH790 receiver in a 3.1 configuration. This was a replacement speaker for my setup and was an immediate improvement, even without making any adjustments or tweaks to the receiver settings. Definitely recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Negativeight, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. You now have 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! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Speaker

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

    I bought this speaker when it was on sale for $75. At that price point I didn't expect much but it sounds extremely good. It has some very crisp highs that anyone can appreciate. It doesn't have much in the bass department. But I can easily look over that beacuse the sub does all the heavy lifting in terms of the bass. The design doesn't stand out for better or for worse. Overall this product is amazing and I can't easily reccomend it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound

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

    If you are looking for a better way to add sound to your system, this is definitely the system to go with. I'm in the process of replacing all my speakers and started here over my base center speaker that came in one of those packs with all the speakers for $250. If you are looking for a more professional sound, this is the way to go! Don't forget to get the Sony Sub to go with it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    center speakers make it easy to hear dialog

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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.

    Phenomenal value--got it at the outlet. After a couple weeks went by, I went and got me another one at the outlet. How did I get by for so many years without center speakers I cannot say. The quality is very good, although to be sure, these cannot be difficult to manufacture. I do like that the speaker wire connections actually seem big enough to hang on tight. Very crisp, very nice for catching the dialog for a change. Working great in a frugal 5.1 setup. I'm going to add the second one bought to upgrade another setup to 5.0 and then maybe I will have to slide my sub around if I'm too cheap to buy another, heh.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi frugalMike, we're glad you like 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Audio

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

    Great product, sounds great, quality good, recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound

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

    This center speaker is a great choice for the value I paid. It sounds really good and is an upgrade from what I had.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Exellent speakers

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

    I replaced good but old speakers. Very good high and mid range sounds. Very responsive. Bass is also good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sounds great!

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

    I bought this Sony center channel speaker to add the “5” to my 5.1 surround sound system. Now, I feel like I’m right in the middle of sporting events, and I will need to rewatch every movie I’ve seen to experience the awesome new sound. It is a great addition to my audio system and the best deal ever for the sale price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TooManyEmails, we're glad you are enjoying 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing speaker for the price point.

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

    This center has a surprising amount of power and clarity. I picked mine up on sale but would say its worth the full price. Added into my setup to make a 3.1 for now and my listening experience has changed for the better!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Austin, awesome! We're glad you like your new speaker! 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! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony center speaker

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

    VERY nice center speaker. Used with sony STR-DH790 av receiver with pair of KLH main speakers and pair of Dual bookshelf speakers. Waited for it to go on sale and used my BB bucks.

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

      Great! We're thrilled that the speaker is perfect for your home entertainment setup. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    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.

    Just plug and play. Great for movie night. Used as the center channel speaker along with front Sony L&R bookshelf core series speakers. connected to Denon AVR. Excellent sound and frequency range. Very good for karaoke night as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi adamsmandg, we're glad you are enjoying the sound quality of or 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Fit

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

    Very easy set up. Great addition to existing surround sound system. Really balances vocals.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Volume

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Center Speaker

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

    Bought as a set with the receiver and tower speakers. The center speaker carries the majority of the monologue from the tv and this speakers remains pretty clear at high volumes. Definitely recommend if you're building a "small surround sound system" I only have this speaker and the two towers and it seems sufficient

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Mogie, Thank you for purchasing our 2-way 3-driver Center Channel Speaker. 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! Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    Love this center speaker. Was easy to hook up and sounds great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TheHulkTV, Thanks again for the 5-star rating! 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! -Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Glucky

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

    It sounds so good. It have my TV. Sounds like I'm in the theater right now. Just about watching and hear the sound at the same time. The bookshelf speakers is excellent. Get it

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

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

      -Ralph Sony_US