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
Excellent Value
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good speakers at a great price. Not super high end but nice balanced sound and can’t be beat for the money. My favorite thing about Sony is their build quality. Like most of their products these are built to last forever…
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Posted .Hi Drifter, we are glad that you like your new Sony 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! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great buy!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These work very well with my turntable and receiver! They sound great!
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Posted .Hi Beats, That's fantastic! We're extremely pleased to hear these Bookshelf speakers completes your surround sound experience and it tailors audio to your space. Glad to know it works great with your receiver and turntable. Thanks for leaving us such a great review! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Bookshelf speakers
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have had these speakers for a very long time and have found them to well worth the cost. The sound quality had a good deep sound to them. Over time I have purchased 7 sets of the bookshelf speakers. Well worth the cost.
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Posted .Hi genedm, Awesome! We’re happy to hear that you appreciate the sound quality of this 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! Jay
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Speaker Satisfaction
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Exceeded expectations and met needs and is a great addition to our sound system.
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Posted .That's awesome, DawnH! You've certainly made a great choice! We're truly delighted to learn that it suits your needs and expectations. Thank you very much for purchasing our SS-CS5 Bookshelf Speakers and for choosing Sony! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Kram
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very nice. Just what I needed for a set up to listen to vinyl again. I am a fan of Sony products.
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Posted .Hi Greg, we're glad you like your new TV! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Shopping for Speakers
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We had almost instant assistance finding the speakers we were looking for and the clerk was very pleasant. The speakers have made all the difference in the world to the sound from our old stereo.
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Posted .Hi Goodexperience,
Awesome! We're happy you found the best speakers that suits your needs and expectations. 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! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Works great
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Couldn’t be happier. Hooked it up to a 70’s Marantz. The sound is wonderful. Basically idiot proof.
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Posted .Hi Anita,
Thanks for commenting! We are thrilled to know that you are very happy with the amazing sound quality 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:Sound quality
Great high end sound on a budget
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is my second set. They are awesome and well worth the money especially when you get them on sale.
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Posted .Hi Raymone,
Thank you again for the purchase! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality of the speaker. 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 and your continued support is greatly appreciated.
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
I Love Sony
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My previous Sony home theater sound system lasted over 20 years. Receiver began losing power, replaced system speakers as well. Great sound reproduction & Sony quality.
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Posted .Hi Ruth,
Thank you for patronizing our product and being our valued customer. 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! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Punch above the price
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Using these speakers in a home theater as the front left and right and these speakers punch way above what their price suggests. I can't comment on the bass response since I use a dedicated subwoofer but I am impressed with the speakers
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Posted .Hi thatoneguy, 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
Quality speakers
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.High quality speakers , great companion for Sony stereo.
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Posted .Hi Anderson,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying your Sony speakers. Your feedback means a lot to us. With the SSCS5 you can enjoy a High-Resolution Audio and it's design is perfect for small spaces.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
- Stephanie
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent speakers for the price!
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These speakers are great for a wide array of uses, we use them for movies and music, and they excel at both! I do recommend adding a subwoofer to fill in the missing low end. Overall I recommend these for any home theater on a budget!
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Posted .Hi JustinS, 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! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great sound for a small price
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After listening to music, in my office, on bluetooth speakers i forgot how much better music sounded on real speakers. I am back to using my old Denon AVR and these speakers to listen to CDs at work. Maybe I’ll get a turntable next
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Posted .Hello Mike, We are glad that you like the sound quality of your Sony bookshelf speaker. 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 your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Sounding Speaker
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are such a great speaker. The price is great and the sound is also great.
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Posted .Hi TimT, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent Sound
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent balanced sound with presence. Might fill a small room...am using them as back speakers in a medium sized living room. Great compliment to floor standing front speakers. 6ohm/100watts
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Posted .Hi Dave, 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:Sound quality
Size does not matter
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great little speakers with a big sound. Only caveat is that speaker wires do not come included
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Posted .Hi AllenW, Fantastic! We are very happy to know that you're satisfied with the amazing sound quality of your SS-CS5 Bookshelf Speakers. Thank you for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
good speakers, poor knowledge at store on best buy
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The speakers are working great and the sound is perfect for our room. It was hard to find a Best Buy associate who had knowledge of speakers. Also, the demo system at the Richfield store didn't work .
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Posted .Hi water, We ar glad that you like your new Sony SS-CS5 Bookshelf Speakers speaker and its sound quality is perfect for your room. 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
Awesome Speakers
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This are the first new speakers that I ever had, I bought them during a sale and for less than 100 dollars at the time I can’t complain, they sound really good to me.
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Posted .Hi CVS10, we're glad you are enjoying 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. Thank you so much for your purchase! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Pretty Good
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are pretty nice for what they cost on sale ($75). They are paired with a Sony 10" sub, and a Yamaha 100 wpc receiver in my vacation rental. I've only listened to FM radio through these. They have a bright sound with pretty clear midrange. When cranked up a little they handle it well, with the woofers humming! I wouldn't call them audiophile quality, but they are decent for what they are.
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Posted .Hi DesignBuildUser, Great! We're glad to hear you feel that the SSCS5 is worth its price. Good to know you like the overall sound quality and it works perfectly with your sound system. 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! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent speakers!!!
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound quality!!! Deal of the day purchase so the price was a steal!! Can be used alone in smaller rooms at lower volumes and still have good frequency range. To really see/hear what these can do, use with a sub.
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Posted .Hi PeatOh, Great! 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