Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- SASW5
- SKU:
- 10187819
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
to a friend
The thump you need!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Must say that I’m glad I opted for the 300w version. This was definitely needed to complement my HT-A7000. Does not disappoint.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Luis, we're glad you like our product. With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Booming Bass
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent subwoofer! Movie night, football and The Golden Girls are AWESOME! Yes, The Golden Girls - just love that Sophia …LOL
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MissL, we're glad you are enjoying our product. With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Game changer!!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.If you have never hears od dolby audio! You are mising out and need to get this system! Do not get the A300 get the A7000
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Leon, we're glad you like our product. With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Good, but not great.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.its OK, I bough this because it is my only option for HT-A9 and the smaller sub is not good. Some atmos and DTS tracks push the Sub hard and you feel it, but it seems lacking on most sound tracks.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dave, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with your SONY unit. 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. Please follow this link for more details:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/res/manuals/5027/39fd6e129f40f54ddd7e93d0ac626ee7/50273451M.pdf
If you require any additional support in regards to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Booming
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This subwoofer works with Sony's latest soundbars and it's a must-have if you want proper bass. Highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChubbStuf, we're glad you like our product. With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
A must have purchase with the Sony HT-A9
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good powerful subwoofer but vibrates on floor with loud passages. Used Isoacoustic Orea feet and got substantial improvement. A must have purchase with the Sony HT A9.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MikeW, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We hope you are enjoying your new subwoofer. With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
SUBWOOFER
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Easy connection. Powerful base levels. So powerful if sitting upon hard wood floors, itll move.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Gamer, we're glad you are enjoying our product. With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Maintaining connection to the soundbar Issues
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Worked fine for a few months then occasionally dopped connection to the soundbar. Then became contantly disconnected. Its a pain to reconnect the sub and speakers all the time.Do not buy the soundbar with the sub and surround speakers.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DanielR,
We're sorry to hear you are experiencing issues with your SW5 and the wireless subwoofer is cutting in and out or losing connection. In order for us to be able to help you troubleshoot the issue, it would help to have a few more details about the situation you faced with the audio system and a brief description of your setup. In the meantime, please follow these steps to isolate and troubleshoot the issue. Also, check that the connected Sony audio system is running the latest firmware.
If the power indicator on the subwoofer does not light, try the following.
– Make sure the AC power cord (mains lead) of the subwoofer is connected properly.
– Press the power of the subwoofer to turn on the power.
If the power indicator on the subwoofer flashes slowly in green or lights in red, try the following.
– Move the subwoofer to a location near a compatible model so that the power indicator on the subwoofer lights in green.
– Follow the steps in “Performing a Manual Connection.” using this link: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/res/manuals/5027/39fd6e129f40f54ddd7e93d0ac626ee7/50273451M.pdf
– Check the wireless connection status. For details, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with a compatible model.
If the power indicator on the subwoofer flashes in red, press power of the subwoofer to turn off the power and check whether the ventilation holes of the subwoofer is blocked or not
– For wireless connection issues with the speakers/subwoofer, a separate article is available if the subwoofer or rear speaker cuts out or makes noise here: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00200429
For future reference, we can offer assistance on how to set up or operate the features and functions of your Sony Home audio system by visiting our Sony Support website to download the help guide and look for additional information about your product. Also, you can chat, email, or contact our product support team who would be glad to help.
If you are unable to resolve your concern and you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
Best Buy Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
Telephone Number:
Sincerely,
Jess
Excellent subwoofer
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really high quality subwoofer! Excellent bass and no vibrations, even at high volume.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JosephM, we're glad you like our product! With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Sony is the best
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is better than any other home theater subwoofer that’s ever been made. Buy it
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SomeDude, we're glad you like our product. With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Not enough bass. Rattles at high volume.
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not enough bass at all. I have an average size living room and this was nowhere near enough. My old Samsung sound plus with 10” sub is much better. And it rattled at higher volumes. Returned the entire sound at system.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Maxingout, we're sorry to hear that you had returned your SONY unit. It is recommended to Press SW (volume) + or BASS + on the remote control of a compatible model to increase the subwoofer volume. If the input sources contain very little bass sound components, the sound from the subwoofer may be difficult to hear. You can check the subwoofer sound by emitting the test tone. We have our Support team that is always happy to assist. You can send us an email anytime at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
We hope you consider SONY again. ~Earl
great bass
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Product. Easy pickup. Easy installation. Highly recommend. nice deep sound.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BruceP, we're glad you like the ease of setup and sound quality of our product. With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Just alright
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not as much base for such a big box. The booms just don’t shake the room as much as I would like and expect for the price. Unfortunately you only have two choices for the Sony systems and this it one of them.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BENGRIM4, Thank you for telling us about your experience with your SA-SW5 Sony subwoofer. We hope that the 300 watts of power is successfully filling your room with deep, punchy bass. Make sure to run Sound Field Optimization through your paired A-Series audio system so that the subwoofer calibrates its performance to the surrounding environment. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin
Really enjoying
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound, really enjoying experience. Would definitely recommend product
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi artiej, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Sounded okay but not quite there yet
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounded great but could not get past the connectivity issues unfortunately. Had to return. I spent weeks going through every single troubleshooting step
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tcain,
It is unfortunate that the unit had to be returned and we're sorry to hear the connectivity issues with your subwoofer. If the unit is still with you and if you experience any of the following difficulties while using the subwoofer, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem.
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/res/manuals/5027/39fd6e129f40f54ddd7e93d0ac626ee7/50273451M.pdf
Thank you for sharing your experience and we hope you will consider Sony again in a future purchase.
Regards,
David
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It has great bass, make the floor vibrate and make movies even better
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SteveO, we're glad you like the bass of our product. With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Sorry Sony
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these and the 3000 soundbar to pair with the sony bravia oled tv....they are horrible,had 1 pair servicced twice and bought another pair and same....trash....save your $$$ Wouldnt even give 1 star but algo is doing it for me
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JeffrieM,
We sincerely apologize for the truly disappointing experience you have had with your SA-SW5 subwoofer and soundbar pairing, especially after seeking service twice. This is not the quality or reliability we intend to deliver. To try and isolate the persistent issue, please try manually re-linking the devices: ensure the soundbar has the latest software update, then perform a Manual Link in the soundbar's settings menu (often found under Speaker Settings) to establish a fresh connection. It is also crucial to ensure the subwoofer is not placed in a metal cabinet or near other wireless devices, as interference is a common cause of connection drops and poor performance. If the problem continues, please send contact us at: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US.So our advanced support team can look into your specific service history and help arrange a definitive solution.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Sony subwoofer
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds great, not overpowering. Easy to connect without wires.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LeonC, we're glad you like the ease of setup and sound quality of our product. With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
Home theater
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds perfect, good quality music production and system.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AnthonyA,
Amazing! We are so happy to know your satisfaction with the outstanding sound quality of our SA-SW5 Sony subwoofer. We hope that the 300 watts of power is successfully filling your room with deep, punchy bass. Make sure to run Sound Field Optimization through your paired A-Series audio system so that the subwoofer calibrates its performance to the surrounding environment.
Thank you for your purchase and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
yes ,win ,win
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.excellent add to my sound bar. Movies definitely upgraded
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Fishmonk, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. With 300W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl