Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- HTZ9F
- SKU:
- 6201448
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers often highlight the HT-Z9F soundbar's exceptional sound quality, praising its immersive and impressive audio performance. The easy setup process is also widely appreciated, with users commending its simplicity and convenience. While some users have concerns about its relatively high price, many find that its features and performance justify the investment.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Easy setup
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound bar and bass produce a nice, crisp sound. Very easy to install. Turns on automatically with the tv. It is wireless so it can also be used as a speaker while listening to music. Very pleased.
I would recommend this to a friendPretty good
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I would give it 5 stars but I feel that the Cinema sound could be a little bit better. Music sounds amazing though.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Eddybhar, We are really delighted to hear you love the incredible sound quality of your new Z9F Dolby Atmos soundbar. We value your opinion and we will forward your feedback about the Cinema sound to the relevant team for consideration and future improvements. With max 7.1.2 surround sound and our Vertical Surround Engine technology, you can enjoy the latest 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X – with virtual surround sound that seems to come from all around you. It has eARC support to allow you to enjoy Dolby Atmos from your compatible streaming providers, bringing a cinematic experience to your home. Thanks for sharing your feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess
Not worth the premium
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Most TV's these days lack good stereos so I purchased this sound bar to help. Voice (speaking parts) is more clear and it adds a deeper sound to music and action scenes. I enjoy the bluetooth capability too, for playing music from my phone. But I do think Sony stereos are way over priced. (I purchased this one 50% off.) So that's why I'm not recommending it. There are better options out there for the money.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendMovie theater experience
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We use this at all times. Makes watching movies like being in the theater without all the extra speakers spread throughout the house like old systems.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JerseyJeff9,
Awesome! We're glad to hear your enjoyable movie-theater like experience with your new soundbar. Nice to know you like the amazing sound of the unit. With max 7.1.2 surround sound and our Vertical Surround Engine technology, you can enjoy the latest 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X – with virtual surround sound that seems to come from all around you. It has eARC support to allow you to enjoy Dolby Atmos from your compatible streaming providers, bringing a cinematic experience to your home. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
Sony Sound Bar !!!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sounds bar is ok I feel compared to the one I had it’s not as good. The Bose I had that broke the highs where clearer and the base was deeper with a smaller unit, and the Sony has a bigger sub Woofer but u hardly hear any bass. So I’m a little disappointed with the Sony unit especially for the amount of money I paid for it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ricsbmw,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're sorry to hear we were not able to meet your full expectations with the sound quality of the Z9F soundbar. We'd like to help make this a better experience. Adjusting the sound quality may help so you can enjoy immersive surroundexperience on the unit. The Z9F soundbar also have pre-programmed sound effects that are tailored fit to different kinds of sound sources. You may check the setting on the manual on pages 49-51:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/res/manuals/4727/d3668cdaf4f83107b52ee9bdb84fa5a0/47275331M.pdf
With regards the bass sound, if the input sources contain very little bass sound components (i.e., a TV broadcast), the sound from the subwoofer may be difficult to hear.You can check the subwoofer sound by emitting the test tone (page 59). https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/res/manuals/4727/d3668cdaf4f83107b52ee9bdb84fa5a0/47275331M.pdf
Should you need further assistance, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.
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With max 7.1.2 surround sound and our Vertical Surround Engine technology, you can enjoy the latest 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X – with virtual surround sound that seems to come from all around you. It has eARC support to allow you enjoy Dolby Atmos from your compatible streaming providers, bringing a cinematic experience to your home. Thank you for purchasing Sony! - Kris
Theater like sound
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Theater sound for a good price. Soundbar has different settings depending on what you are watching
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Exceptional, Great! We're glad that you like the sound quality of your HTZ9F Dolby Atmos soundbar. With max 7.1.2 surround sound and our Vertical Surround Engine technology, you can enjoy the latest 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X – with virtual surround sound that seems to come from all around you. It has eARC support to allow you enjoy Dolby Atmos from your compatible streaming providers, bringing a cinematic experience to your home. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Great find if they’re still around!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic sound bar! Couldn’t be happier. Just picked this up open box! 0 complaints so far, great upgrade over my ct380!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mememastercarll,
Awesome! We're glad to hear you satisfaction with your new Z9F soundbar. With max 7.1.2 surround sound and our Vertical Surround Engine technology, you can enjoy the latest 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X – with virtual surround sound that seems to come from all around you. It has eARC support to allow you enjoy Dolby Atmos from your compatible streaming providers, bringing a cinematic experience to your home. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Kris
Love it
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the tv but gotta give the salesman credit for selling it. I wanted a cheaper tv 600 max but he sold me on the Sony and sound bar and extra satellite speakers. Great job and loved the whole experience.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony sound bar
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Has nice sound but the voices sometimes sound like they are in a barrel
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tmac,
Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your HTZ9F. We're glad you appreciate the sound quality of this soundbar. We're sorry for the inconvenience. To make the dialogs clearer, Press VOICE to set the function on or off.
[Up Off] - Standard
[Up 1] - Dialog is easily heard by enhancing dialog range.
[[Up 2] - Dialog range is enhanced more than [Up 1] mode.
Verify if it happens from all sources such as apps in the TV, cable box or gaming console. If not, it may be an issue with the source. To ensure you're getting the optimal sound quality, please follow the steps below:
Increase the volume of the Soundbar using the remote control.
Increase the volume of the output device, such as a TV or audio device.
Turn off the Night Mode setting. On the Soundbar remote control, press the NIGHT button to turn off the Night Mode setting.
Try switching to different sound modes.
If you are still having the same issue, you can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Model Number:
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We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter.
We appreciate you and thanks again for shopping Sony!
Sincerely,
- Cons mentioned:Pricey
Average
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good system but not worth the money. Should have went with BOSE.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend Sony 3.1 Soundbar w Wireless Subwoofer
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony soundbar is a great product for a dezcent size living room. I would definitely recommend as the quality is not bad at all!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bestbuycustomer,
Thank you for such a great review and recommendation! We're glad to hear your new Z9F soundbar suits perfectly to your living room. With max 7.1.2 surround sound and our Vertical Surround Engine technology, you can enjoy the latest 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X – with virtual surround sound that seems to come from all around you. It has eARC support to allow you enjoy Dolby Atmos from your compatible streaming providers, bringing a cinematic experience to your home. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love this sound bar. Bought as a Christmas gift with $100.00 off. After listening to it I am very happy with this purchase. Goes with my Sony television really well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Doorbell,
Awesome! Thank you for your feedback on the Z9F Dolby Atmos soundbar. We're glad that you found the best soundbar that will perfectly works with your setup. With max 7.1.2 surround sound and our Vertical Surround Engine technology, you can enjoy the latest 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X – with virtual surround sound that seems to come from all around you. It has eARC support to allow you enjoy Dolby Atmos from your compatible streaming providers, bringing a cinematic experience to your home. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Kris
jarhiker
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.def a step up from the tv speakers. if your going to get this then get the rear speakers
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi jarhiker, We're glad you are enjoying the amazing sound with your new soundbar. With max 7.1.2 surround sound and our Vertical Surround Engine technology, you can enjoy the latest 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X – with virtual surround sound that seems to come from all around you. It has eARC support to allow you enjoy Dolby Atmos from your compatible streaming providers, bringing a cinematic experience to your home. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
Great Sound Bar
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I waited to buy this particular Sony Sound Bar, as it connects to my Sony Bravia TV through ARC, which is a simple connection. One tip is to use to get rid of the included HDMI Cable and use a good one.
I would recommend this to a friendWould have given more stars if it was delivered ap
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We like the sound system. It was easy to put it together. It was purchased on Black Friday sales. My only problem is how Best buy delivered it. They left it on my porch where it was visible to strangers. It would have been better if they notified me by ringing my door bell or via txt message. It is an expensive sound system. Plus, for some odd reason we were told we could not pick up from the store.
I would recommend this to a friendGood investment
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Didn’t know much about sound bars. Visited 2 different Best Buy stores and after spending close to an hour in each, both salesmen helped me in my selection of this system. I am very pleased.
I would recommend this to a friendA must have!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We purchased the Sony Master Series tv and this sound bar to go together. The increase in sound level and crispness is phenomenal! Easy to install, looks great and will blow you away.
I would recommend this to a friendSony Quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound like if your wearing invisible headphones. Crisp clear and deep bass! Sony is top tier brand with their electronics!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JuanSolo,
Thank you for the perfect rating! We're glad to hear you are enjoying the great sound quality of the HTZ9F soundbar. With max 7.1.2 surround sound and our Vertical Surround Engine technology, you can enjoy the latest 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X – with virtual surround sound that seems to come from all around you. It has eARC support to allow you enjoy Dolby Atmos from your compatible streaming providers, bringing a cinematic experience to your home. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Kris
Sound bar
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pretty good, wish the sound clarity was a bit crisper for the price, but definitely doing its job.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi 85inchsony,
Thank you for share your review with us. We truly appreciate that you like the HTZ9F soundbar. We also appreciate your feedback with regards the clarity of the sound and rest assured that we will have this noted as we always takes this seriously for products improvements. With Z9F Dolby Atmos soundbar max 7.1.2 surround sound and our Vertical Surround Engine technology, you can enjoy the latest 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X – with virtual surround sound that seems to come from all around you. It has eARC support to allow you enjoy Dolby Atmos from your compatible streaming providers, bringing a cinematic experience to your home. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Kris
Works great so far
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This system really adds some punch to all broadcasts, depending on the volume level, great improvement over the speakers in the tv, has alot of options also for streaming and bluetooth, so far very satisfied
I would recommend this to a friend