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:Sound quality
Sony core series 5
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.First off these speakers were not my first choice I hooked them up to be a surround backs I’ve listen to them for about 15 hours and they sound not bad. Will I exchange them no they do sound pretty good.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AnthonyG,
Very nice! We're glad to hear that you like the speakers. Thank you for choosing Sony and enjoy your speakers!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony core bookshelf
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are great speakers...wouldn't pay full price but they go on sale often...some people including myself have asked the question about using them as height speakers...one guy for Sony on here kept saying don't place these speakers in an incline position...but would not say why...so I called Sony myself and they told me it makes no difference if you point them down or not
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Frank, 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. Thank you for choosing SONY. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Highly recommended and great sound.
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Using both in my basement with a Sony amplifier. Love this purchase. My boy is all day down there playing music loud. Highly recommended and great sound. Was planning to buy cheaper brand but pay extra twenty bucks and I am glad I did.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Alexander, we're glad you love our product. You will never regret this purchase. 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:Ease of use, Sound quality
Quality and ease were excellent
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Speaker quality and ease of installation were great!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best option under $500
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After reading several reviews in professional audio forums I purchased the sony bookshelf speakers and I can tell it's the best sound I have had ever. If you are considering to purchase them, go ahead, you will be more than happy
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Value
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was surprised at how good these speakers are for the the price. There are many better speakers, of course, but these still represent a good value. SONY has done a commendable job for the cost of ownership.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dave, Awesome! 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! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent Speakers
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had to purchase new speakers to replace rear speakers that were broken by movers. I stumbled upon these inside of Best Buy and have been very pleased with the purchase. Now I just need to purchase another pair for the front.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi txoceanlover, 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! Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Inexpensive Speakers
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I didn't quite know what to expect when I bought these speakers. For such a small package, they put out some great sound! I highly recommend checking out their in-store display.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Corwin, We’re glad that you appreciate the sound quality of this 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. Thank you for the recommendation! Jay
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Replacement for older system
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I am quite satisfied with the items I purchased. These items serves as a solid replacement for a much older system I purchased nearly 25 years ago. Thanks.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi fablistening, Thank you for upgrading to your new Sony SSCS5 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! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great little Sony speakers so much power
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Man the sound that comes out of these little speakers. Sony has really done amazing producing these little guys. I use them in my 7.2 surround sound system for my home theater. I wouldn't go anywhere else but Sony
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Cabell, 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:Price, Sound quality
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased for basement cave. Matches perfectly with Sony sound bar. Rich deep sound. Excellent value.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Immersive Sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I paired these speakers with a tube amplifier and record player, and the sound is so clear and warm that I get immersed in songs for hours. Very crisp, I am no audiophile but my ears love these.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Hard to beat for the money.
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.For the money, these are Very Hard to Beat. I compared them to Klipsch RP-500M and Elac Debut 6.2. The Klipsch and Elac were better overall, but tough to tell without a direct comparison. At about $120, these are great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Chris, 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
Amazing sounding speaker!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Wow!! Such amazing sound from these speakers. Very detailed, listening to an accoustic CD the guitar sounded like it was right in my room. Complete bargain, hard to find anything in this price range to compete with these.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dennis, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're very pleased to hear you like the amazing sound quality of your new Sony 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! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good clear sound.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We are using these as surround speakers mounted on our wall with "dual slide clamping bookshelf speaker wall mounting bracket" by Wali purchased elsewhere online. These speakers really bring the surround sound to another level compared to our old set.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great speakers
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these to replace my older and smaller front surround speakers. They sound great much clearer than my older and smaller Sony speakers that I bought 6 years ago. Attached to my STR-1080 Sony receiver.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good speaker!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very good speakers, nice sound, and not intrusive.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChristopherW,
Awesome! We're thrilled to hear your enjoyable experience with the superb sound quality of your SSCS5 speaker. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Can’t Beat It For The Price
|Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve been in the market for a pair of entry level powered speakers. You really can’t beat these for the price. Simple setup and great sound
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Chris, You've made an excellent choice! We're glad you like the ease of setup and great sound quality of your new Sony SSCS5 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. Thank you so much for choosing SONY! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Smooth sound
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These speakers were on sale when I bought them. I feel I got a great deal for this product. The sound is so smooth and you can add speakers and subwoofers if you want to. You honestly don't need anything more. They work great. And go very loud.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Fine speakers
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The speakers have very good sound. The sound is crisp with good fidelity to my hearing. For a relatively casual listener like me, they are an excellent,
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello APclassof68, That's good to hear. We are glad that you like the sound quality of your Sony 3-way 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