Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- SSCS5
- SKU:
- 5721014
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers highly value the Core Series 5" 3-Way Bookshelf Speakers, particularly praising the amazing sound quality, notable bass, and clear highs. The speakers are also appreciated for their compact size, ease of use, and reasonable price. While the design is considered simple and nice, a minor drawback is their relatively heavy weight.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Size, Sound quality
Great Speakers for Price!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These speakers are excellent pair for price. Great sound and size for placement in my decor. You won’t be disappointed. They were set up in store and I had opportunity to Hear what I was buying before I wired the at my home.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Great entry level bookshelf/computer speakers
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These speakers were built properly using components that only an audiophile would know about. Yes these are cheap MDF boxes and yes the parts are Chinese. That doesn’t mean they weren’t built properly. They have film capacitors and has a nicely designed 3way crossover. A subwoofer is slightly needed to compliment the bass however it’s good the way it is.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Great bookshelf speakers
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sounds and looks great. Perfect small bookshelf speakers. Bass is really good.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Awesome, Gameroom! We're so pleased to hear your purchase went well and how much you like the incredible audio and compact bookshelf design of the SSCS5 speakers for small spaces. Your assessment is spot on. These small, bookshelf speakers are very compact and space-efficient for easy installation in tight spots. Despite their compact size, they offer a wide frequency response, right down to 53Hz, making them an ideal choice when you don’t want to sacrifice sound quality for space. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Clean, pure sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These bookshelf speakers have a clean modern design. They play loud without distortion. They have a good soundstage and blend well with the Sony core sub. I am driving them with a Sonos Amp with no problem.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Price, Sound quality
Surprisingly Great
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These speakers are very loud and sound excellent. The price for this pair is incredible and they perform very well. For anyone considering a pair of inexpensive yet good quality bookshelf speakers, look nowhere else.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Sound quality
Sony Bookshelf Speakers
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love the Sony products. The speakers sound amazing in our den. Connecting them was very easy and simple.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Rdmhooi,
Fantastic! We are so happy to know you love our products! We are also delighted to hear your satisfaction with the incredible sound quality and ease of setup of the SS-CS5 Bookshelf Speakers. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage.
Thanks so much for your purchase and for trusting Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Sound quality
Great speakers
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great speakers! Great sound and easy set up! Like them a lot!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Fabulous! Thanks for commenting, StephanieD!
We are truly delighted to hear about your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality and ease of setup of your SS-CS5 Bookshelf Speakers.
At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage.
Thanks so much for your purchase and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Speakers
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the speakers great sounds and Bass sounds very nice
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TalivoS, we're glad you love the sound quality of our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great purchase
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great purchase. I use these speakers for my turntable and the sound quality is great for a newbie like me
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Price, Sound quality
Great sound, great price!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought to replace the front L/R speakers from my old Klipsch set, and use those as surround back. These sound great, and for the price you really can’t get a better pair of bookshelf speakers this nice!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Unbeatable at twice their price
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These speakers are unbelievable, and are flat-out the best sounding speakers I've owned in more than 50 years. The sound is neutral in the best sense of the word, and with a decent sound source the speakers themselves are "invisible" -- all you here is an accurately presented sound field. At the list price of $150/pr, they're worth at least double that. I got them on sale for $75/pr, and at that price I feel like I stole them. These aren't for JBL or Klipsch fans -- these speakers are for people who want to hear the music as it was recorded. Highly recommended!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TVfan, We’re happy to hear how much you’re enjoying your new SS-CS5 Bookshelf Speakers. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks so much for your purchase! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Outstanding! Nothing compares for the price.
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is subjective, that being said you cannot find better sounding new speakers at this price (sale price $88). Detail is where these truly shine. I use these in conjunction with a Sony Core series sub and the set up is outstanding. Google results for these reveal that most agree you cannot find better for under 200. I agree and recommend these to people all the time, especially those wanting to dip their toes into the vinyl world without breaking the bank. I have had these for a year with zero issues, if anything they sound better now than new.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Zmzamarripa, Excellent! Thank you for taking the time to write such an in-depth review of your amazing experience with the SS-CS5 bookshelf speaker. We are extremely pleased that this speakers were a great addition to your setup and you're having a wonderful listening experience with them. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thank you so much for the feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Solid Entry Level Bookshelf Speakers
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are a dramatic step up from small satellite speakers for a home theater setup. Paired with the Core sub they make for an excellent entry level home theater speaker set.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ArtT, we're glad you like our product. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks so much for your purchase! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great budget speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased these on sale and I have to say they are great speakers for the price point. Highs are exceptional, mid bass is good. Perfect for my use as desktop speakers for my computer.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Size, Sound quality
Good buy.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Exactly what I needed. Great value. Fills up a small room. Good sound quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dpulido2, nice! We're glad you like the sound quality of our product. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds great for a good price! and arrived quickly
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Price, Sound quality
Happy with sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these with Sony subwoofer. Speakers work well on my stereo receiver and TV. I have been using for several months now and they continue to sound good. Good value.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JimS, we're glad you like our product. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks so much for your purchase! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great phono starter speakers!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing highs with rumbling lowes! They work extremely well in my phono setup. They push out so much air that my banner behind them actually flutters from the air.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Gwedosmile, Glad to hear that you found the perfect Bookshelf speakers for your phono setup! At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks so much for your purchase! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great speakers
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are powerful bookshelf speakers. I reviewed several you tube videos before purchasing and the sound quality is great for such a reasonable price.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ditch, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks so much for your purchase! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Size, Sound quality
Great speakers for a low price.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are great speakers for the price. I get great sound out of them. I like that they are small & out of the way. This was a good buy.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WhiteTornado, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks so much for your purchase! ~Earl