Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- HTA5000
- SKU:
- 6467455
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers admire the HT-A5000's excellent sound quality, impactful bass, and ease of use. Many appreciate the straightforward setup and immersive Dolby Atmos experience, finding the soundbar's size to be ideal for various living spaces. However, some customers find the price point to be high and have reported occasional connectivity challenges.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great audio but needs rears and sub
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a great soundbar but it lacks the bass to truly bring together a home theater experience without a dedicated subwoofer. I got the SW3 sub and it really helped the experience. I also got the RS5 rears which took it to the next level thanks to the upfiring speakers on them combined with the upfiring speakers on the soundbar.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Flash, Thanks for sharing your honest review. We appreciate your feedback if you feel that there is insufficient low-frequency sound regarding the built-in subwoofer of the bar speaker. Built-in subwoofer delivers high sound pressure for clear, deep bass. This has been achieved by expanding the area of the diaphragm and the size of the subwoofer (X-Balanced Speaker Unit).
NOTE: When the audio source does not contain much bass sound, the bass sound may not be audible.
Despite your concerns, we're glad that adding the optional subwoofer and rears accessories enhances your home theater system so that it feels like you are entirely surrounded by incredible, immersive audio and it immerses you even deeper into movies and music with its clear, thumping bass and subtle low frequency sounds.
Take your entertainment to a new realm of surround sound audio immersion. The HT-A5000 sound bar envelops you in authentic 5.1.2ch surround sound with up-firing speakers, side beam tweeters, a built-in subwoofer and advanced technologies that bring you Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® audio as well as 8K and 4K 120 video passthrough. Smart features include AirPlay2, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth audio streaming and works with Alexa and Google Assistant. Adding optional rear speakers adds support for 360 Spatial Sound Mapping, taking movies, TV and music into a whole new realm. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Great Sound Bar
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This bar is great. Very loud and clear. Subs (2) built in. Hi Def music and 3D audio is phenomenal. I would buy it again
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hey TomM,
Wow! We are extremely pleased to hear that you are happy and satisfied with the exceptional sound quality- especially when playing high-resolution & 3D audio of our HT-A5000 with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. We hope that between some of our premium audio technologies such as Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force Pro Front Surround, you feel like you are not only in a sphere of sound, but inside the movie itself. To ensure that you are getting the most out of your HT-A5000, make sure to run Sound Field Optimization so that the soundbar can calibrate its performance to your environment, and that it sounds like it was engineered to be in your room. If you want to expand your audio system, please take a look at our optional subwoofer and rears accessories (SA-SW5,SA-SW3,SA-RS3S).
Thank you for the 5-stars review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Sound quality
Great Soundbar!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound and connects to the sony tv easy for center channel sound
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Posted .Hi Jake,
Great! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality of the soundbar and how it works well with your Sony TV. We hope that between some of our premium audio technologies such as Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force Pro Front Surround, you feel like you are not only in a sphere of sound, but inside the movie itself. To ensure that you are getting the most out of your HT-A5000, make sure to run Sound Field Optimization so that the soundbar can calibrate its performance to your environment, and that it sounds like it was engineered to be in your room. If you want to expand your audio system, please take a look at our optional subwoofer and rears accessories (SA-SW5,SA-SW3,SA-RS3S). Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Nice product
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great item, sound qualty, nice design, suitable under the tv
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi omrats,
Amazing! We're glad that you like the sound quality, design, and size of the soundbar. We hope that between some of our premium audio technologies such as Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force Pro Front Surround, you feel like you are not only in a sphere of sound, but inside the movie itself. To ensure that you are getting the most out of your HT-A5000, make sure to run Sound Field Optimization so that the soundbar can calibrate its performance to your environment, and that it sounds like it was engineered to be in your room. If you want to expand your audio system, please take a look at our optional subwoofer and rears accessories (SA-SW5,SA-SW3,SA-RS3S). Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Great Sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sounding sound bar even without the subwoofer. The built in subwoofer sounds amazing!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Lifetimegamer,
Amazing! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the sound quality of the soundbar. We hope that between some of our premium audio technologies such as Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force Pro Front Surround, you feel like you are not only in a sphere of sound, but inside the movie itself. To ensure that you are getting the most out of your HT-A5000, make sure to run Sound Field Optimization so that the soundbar can calibrate its performance to your environment, and that it sounds like it was engineered to be in your room. If you want to expand your audio system, please take a look at our optional subwoofer and rears accessories (SA-SW5,SA-SW3,SA-RS3S). Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Very Nice Sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This product sounds very good as a stand alone unit with my Sony A80K 65" OLED TV, but I believe it would benifit greatly with the addition of a sub woofer. The installation tech suggested we may be happy with the low end sound from just the sound bar, but we're not. The other issue, and it is significant in our case, is that there is no connection port for a wired sub woofer, which is all we have.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Are2,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the HTA5000. We're glad that you like the sound quality of the soundbar. We also understand your need for additional low end and an external wired subwoofer.
The soundbar is designed to pair with the Sony SA-SW5 and SA-SW3 wireless subwoofers. Enjoy booming explosions and the deepest beats you've ever heard without distortion. You'll also hear clearer voices and extra fidelity for truly authentic soundtracks.
Additionally, you can use the sound settings of the soundbar to tailor-fit the sound quality to your needs. Please refer to this link for more information ("Adjusting the Volume and Sound Quality"):
https://helpguide.sony.net/ht/a5000/v1/en/index.html
Hope this helps. In case you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Regards,
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Sound quality
Great Product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great soundbar and easy setup/installation. Adding components is very straightforward. Great sound.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tulsa,
Awesome! We're thrilled that you like the sound quality and user-friendly functions of the soundbar. We hope that between some of our premium audio technologies such as Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force Pro Front Surround, you feel like you are not only in a sphere of sound, but inside the movie itself. To ensure that you are getting the most out of your HT-A5000, make sure to run Sound Field Optimization so that the soundbar can calibrate its performance to your environment, and that it sounds like it was engineered to be in your room. If you want to expand your audio system, please take a look at our optional subwoofer and rears accessories (SA-SW5,SA-SW3,SA-RS3S). Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Sound quality
Living room sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good solid sound and easy to mount. Most of the system was available in the store or within 3 days.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Livingroom,
Awesome! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality of the soundbar. It's also great that you had an easy time buying and setting up the HTA5000. We hope that between some of our premium audio technologies such as Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force Pro Front Surround, you feel like you are not only in a sphere of sound, but inside the movie itself. To ensure that you are getting the most out of your HT-A5000, make sure to run Sound Field Optimization so that the soundbar can calibrate its performance to your environment, and that it sounds like it was engineered to be in your room. If you want to expand your audio system, please take a look at our optional subwoofer and rears accessories (SA-SW5,SA-SW3,SA-RS3S). Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
No sub needed
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is a drastic improvement over any and every other option. Vocal tones are crisp and clear, bass tones cut through appropriately, and functionality outside of tv use is nothing short of incredible. Down the road I may look at getting a sub but at this point i see no necessity for one. Great soundbar.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DerekP, Thank you for purchasing the HT-A5000 soundbar. We're truly happy that you are enjoying its overall performance. We hope that between some of our premium audio technologies such as Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force Pro Front Surround, you feel like you are not only in a sphere of sound, but inside the movie itself. To ensure that you are getting the most out of your HT-A5000, make sure to run Sound Field Optimization so that the soundbar can calibrate its performance to your environment, and that it sounds like it was engineered to be in your room. If you want to expand your audio system, please take a look at our optional subwoofer and rears accessories (SA-SW5,SA-SW3,SA-RS3S). The SA-SW3 and the SA-SW5 pack a big low-end punch, so we don't think you'll be disappointed. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sound Quality Perfection
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Do you want an amazing sound bar that fills your entire room with more than enough sound, even at 1/3 of its full capability? Then this is the sound bar you want. It’s equivalent to experiencing a screeching bald eagle fly while a flyover is happening at a football game. Simply incredible.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tony,
Thank you for reaching out to us today! We're always happy to hear from you. We appreciate the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the sound quality of the soundbar. The HT-A5000 sound bar envelops you in authentic 5.1.2ch surround sound with up-firing speakers, side beam tweeters, a built-in subwoofer and advanced technologies that bring you Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® audio as well as 8K and 4K 120 video passthrough. Smart features include AirPlay2, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth audio streaming and works with Alexa and Google Assistant. Adding optional rear speakers adds support for 360 Spatial Sound Mapping, taking movies, TV and music into a whole new realm. If you want to expand your audio system, please take a look at our optional subwoofer and rears accessories (SA-SW5,SA-SW3,SA-RS3S). Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good Purchase
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Happy with this soundbar. Quality at a fair price. This was set up for me by a Best Buy Technician, who did a great job. Now I'm aware Best Buy comes to Morristown I will be doing any tech business with them.
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Posted .Hi AMBZ,
Awesome! We're glad to hear that you're happy with your new soundbar. It's good to know that you had a great experience with our customer service. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Quality
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love my Sony HT-A5000. Perfect for a small living room.
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Posted .Hi ItsMeAgain,
You made the right choice! We hope that between some of our premium audio technologies such as Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force Pro Front Surround, you feel like you are not only in a sphere of sound, but inside the movie itself. To ensure that you are getting the most out of your HT-A5000, make sure to run Sound Field Optimization so that the soundbar can calibrate its performance to your environment, and that it sounds like it was engineered to be in your room. If you want to expand your audio system, please take a look at our optional subwoofer and rears accessories (SA-SW5,SA-SW3,SA-RS3S). Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great soundbar could be used solo
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This sounbar is loud and i didn't notice any distortion playing music at volume level 100. With the sound field mode on the sound seems fill the room more robustly. With the sound field off it sound more flat but why would anyone turn if off when it sounds so amazing with it on.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Fuego84,
That's great! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality of the soundbar for your room. The HT-A5000 sound bar envelops you in authentic 5.1.2ch surround sound with up-firing speakers, side beam tweeters, a built-in subwoofer and advanced technologies that bring you Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® audio as well as 8K and 4K 120 video passthrough. Smart features include AirPlay2, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth audio streaming and works with Alexa and Google Assistant. Adding optional rear speakers adds support for 360 Spatial Sound Mapping, taking movies, TV and music into a whole new realm. If you want to expand your audio system, please take a look at our optional subwoofer and rears accessories (SA-SW5,SA-SW3,SA-RS3S). Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Birb is the word
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds great and the bird chirping sound during setup is more entertaining than anything else it can do.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
best soundbar for apartments
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I recently welcomed the Sony HT-A5000 Dolby Atmos Smart Soundbar into my home, and it has truly redefined my audio experience. This sleek and powerful soundbar seamlessly blends innovation with exceptional sound quality, creating a cinematic atmosphere in my living space.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Itachi102938,
That's very nice to hear! We're happy that you like the sound quality of your new Sony soundbar. The HT-A5000 sound bar envelops you in authentic 5.1.2ch surround sound with up-firing speakers, side beam tweeters, a built-in subwoofer and advanced technologies that bring you Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® audio as well as 8K and 4K 120 video passthrough. Smart features include AirPlay2, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth audio streaming and works with Alexa and Google Assistant. Adding optional rear speakers adds support for 360 Spatial Sound Mapping, taking movies, TV and music into a whole new realm. If you want to expand your audio system, please take a look at our optional subwoofer and rears accessories (SA-SW5,SA-SW3,SA-RS3S). Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Game changer
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Paired up with the 300W subwoofer, the sound bar is able to fill our 400sqft living room with ease. When used with our Sony TV for the center chanel sound, we honestly prefer watching at home versus going to the theater. Truly the only better experience is IMAX.
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Posted .Hi XXXX,
That's great! We're glad to hear that you appreciate the home theater like sound quality of the soundbar for your living room. Thank you for choosing Sony and have a great day!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing display of Atmos
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I paired this with the SW3 subwoofer and rear speakers and I love it. It sounds like there speakers surrounding the entire room. Sounds bounce off the ceiling and items zip by your ear, it truly is remarkable. It’s a small room, not sure how this would sound with higher ceilings, but for my purposes, the entire set sounds fantastic. Atmos is such a cool technology, I look forward to seeing it get utilized more in the future.
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Posted .Hi NovelBadger,
Amazing! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality and Atmos support of the soundbar. You also made the right choice in adding the optional Sony SA-RS3S rear speakers and SA-SW3 subwoofer.
We hope that between some of our premium audio technologies such as Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force Pro Front Surround, you feel like you are not only in a sphere of sound, but inside the movie itself. To ensure that you are getting the most out of your HT-A5000, make sure to run Sound Field Optimization so that the soundbar can calibrate its performance to your environment, and that it sounds like it was engineered to be in your room. Thanks for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent Addition to Sony TV
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased this sound bar for a 65” Sony Mini-LED TV. It works seamlessly and very much upgrades the sound. The bar fits perfectly under the tv set. Did not purchase the additional speakers and really don’t feel like they are necessary.
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Posted .Hi FabioC,
Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like your new Sony soundbar for your TV. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great sound quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Upgraded from an older version and this one works so much better in our very large gameroom. Excellent sound. Only downside is its too long to fit under our 65 in tv so we had to do the brackets on the front and for now it just hangs there. Hate that part
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Posted .Hi LHood,
That's a very nice upgrade! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality of your new Sony soundbar. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Smaller size but tremendous sound! Fits on mantle with room to spare.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RaymondZ, Thanks for the review. We're glad that you like the sound quality of the unit despite its small design. The HT-A5000 has 5.1.2 channels and X-Balanced speaker units minimize distortion while the up-firing speakers and beam tweeters fill the room to give an ultra-immersive listening experience. Built-in subwoofers provide an additional boost to low end frequencies. Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force Pro Front Surround creates immersive sound from all around, while Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® lend a more realistic, multi-dimensional sound to your content. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Craig