Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- SASW5
- SKU:
- 12320781
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
- Pros mentioned:Connectivity, Sound quality
Sony Sub
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Finishes the sound spectrum of my system. Easy connection.
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Posted .Hi bigred. We truly appreciate your 5 stars rating on our Sony SASW5 subwoofer!. The ease of connection is a notable feature, designed to integrate seamlessly with compatible systems like the HT-A7000 soundbar. Thanks for choosing Sony!. Best regards,Milton.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
A beast
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s great and sounds so good. It’ll rattle your walls on max.
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Posted .Thank you for the review, DylanP!
We love to hear that the SA-SW5 is bringing that level of power to your home theater setup. With 300W of deep bass, it definitely has the muscle to make you feel the action! It’s great to know it’s delivering exactly the kind of impact you were looking for.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Works as intended. Keeper.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased this open open box deal at half price of msrp. It works! It completes the package with the Ht-A9 sound system for full surround with proper bass. It gave me the feel of Imax/ dolby as i rather bring home the movies at the theater experiences into the comfort of my own personal space. I enjoy watching movies much more than the lack luster tv speakers. It is a great deal.
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Posted .Hi Tech4ever, we're glad you are enjoying our product. 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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony SA-SW5 Subwoofer
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds Great Easy to setup. May drop connection if to close to a wireless router.
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Posted .Hi CharlesC! Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you found the SA-SW5 easy to set up.
You’re correct that proximity to a wireless router can sometimes affect the connection. To enhance your experience, we recommend placing the subwoofer at least a few feet away from the router to minimize any potential interference.
This compact subwoofer delivers powerful bass and seamlessly integrates with your audio system to enhance your listening experience.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great product
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Definitely has a great bass sound and brings everything to life
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Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, Pams!
We’re thrilled to hear that the SA-SW5 is bringing your entertainment to life with that deep, powerful bass. It’s amazing how much of a difference a dedicated subwoofer can make in creating a truly immersive cinema experience at home. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Supper sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It is close to one and half year using sony SA sw5 subwoofer, haven't had any regrets, it a great sub with a great sound being in my living room
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Posted .Hello AnthonyM,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're honored to hear that the Sony SA-SW5 subwoofer has been a reliable and outstanding addition to your living room for over a year and a half. It’s gratifying to know it continues to deliver the powerful, high-quality sound experience you value. Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Connectivity, Ease of use, Sound quality
SD
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound,wireless,easy install,not many choices
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Posted .Hi SBDMD, Awesome! 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! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Bass
Great sub to pair with Sony sound bars!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This unit replaced my 2012 Bose Cinemate II system. It pairs great with the HT-A7000 sound bar and extends low frequency ranges beyond what the sound bar can achieve. By no means will it shake the paint off your drywall but it’s also not intended as a high-end audiophile sub. Movies have added punch and rumble in the low frequencies but struggles to remain efficient below 50hz which is due to its smaller cone size. But, again this isn’t a high end sub so you get what you pay for and I’m plenty happy with it as my family room/movie sound system.
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Posted .Hi Brian,
Fantastic! You've definitely made a great choice! We are extremely pleased to know about your satisfaction with the exceptional bass sound quality of 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!
Best regards,
Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony fan
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this along with the 65 A90J Sony Oled tv I reviewed that as having the best picture of any set including the new Samsung Oled The TV is Sony Soundbar particular Then I reviewed the Sony 7000 Soundbar and noted that by itself it is okay but when paired with a newer Sony Tv that has both the great internal speaker system and the S center channel Hookup—- it then turns this Soundbar into a great Soundbar. Which brings me to the final piece- that being this SW 5 sub. It puts out plenty of bass. I never turn it above 4. It completes this great system. The only reason I did not give it a 5 is that I have to reset it every 3 or 4 days. Sony CS has walked me through the factory reset 3 times now and after each one-they tell me the crackling will never happen again. But after 4 days or so it does start up. The solution is simple now - I just unplug both the soundbar and sub and wait 30 seconds and replug in. All works great. Now before I watch anything I turn all on and go to a saved Jurassic Park and listen If no crackling- then good to go. If crackling then turn off and then on—- and then good to go. I will say this never happens once good to go. Only when first turning on. My router is a good 11 feet from the sub and I have a great internet hookup. Both Sony and BestBuy have offered to exchange. But it does sound great once all going. Personally I wish all the Soundbar makers gave you a hard wired option - but they do not I am just used to testing my system first thing and taking the extra minute to get the awesome sound. If it was not for this- based on the sound alone - I would have given it a 5.
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Posted .Hi Sonyfan,
Thank you so much for your review. We are extremely pleased that you are satisfied with the amazing picture quality of your 65" BRAVIA XR A90J and incredible sound quality of your HT-A7000 7.1.2ch Dolby Atmos®/ DTS: X® Soundbar. We are also delighted that you are satisfied with the outstanding bass sound quality of our SA-SW5 300 W Additional Wireless Subwoofer. It is really unfortunate that you've encountered an issue with the SA-SW5- and that you need to reset it every 3 or 4 days. This is definitely not the news we'd like to hear from you. We truly appreciate your input with the wired option.
If there's something we can do to help or you need further assistance with our product, please feel free to message us at socialsupport@am.sony.com and we'll be more than happy to assist you.
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For the 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 so much for your purchase and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Connectivity, Sound quality
Great Woreless Speakers
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent speakers and are wireless. You don’t have to put them by an outlet
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Posted .Hi AngT,
Great! We're glad that you like the sound quality and design of the speaker. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent buy!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It just blew away my Bose accoustimas subwoofer in both size and performance! Do NOT recommend trying HT A9 without this subwoofer. It should have been bundled with it by default but maybe later. A must have for your home theatre and nothing less.
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Posted .Hi Naveen, We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the SA-SW5 300 W Additional Wireless Subwoofer. With leading-edge audio technologies including Σ Magnetic Circuit and Separated Notch Edge, the SA-SW5 powers your entertainment with deep, rich bass and clear low frequency sound. With 300 W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180 mm 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! Jay
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
subwoofer
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect addition for a theatre experience, a great subwoofer, would recommend having Geek Squad set up
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Posted .Hi ChrisL,
We are very glad to hear you are thrilled with the performance of the Sony SASW5. Its powerful, deep bass is designed to seamlessly enhance your entire audio setup, providing a truly immersive home cinema sound.
Thank you for trusting Sony!
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Amazing sub
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing subwoofer, perfectly matches with my at7000 and wireless surround speakers. Met my demand for bass thumping and clear effects.
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Posted .Hi MiguelN,
You made the right choice! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the sound quality of the subwoofer. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great product and Service
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product! It sounds amazing. Best Buy came out and hooked it up and showed me how to use it. They made sure it sounded perfect before they left. The Geek Squad guys at this Best Buy are amazing!
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Posted .Hello PatrickB,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're excited to hear that you're enjoying your SASW5 subwoofer and that it sounds amazing. It's great to know that the Best Buy Geek Squad team provided exceptional service by hooking it up and ensuring it sounded perfect before they left. We truly appreciate the time you took to share your experience and hope you continue to enjoy the superior sound quality!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Subwoofer
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very boomy, considered getting 2 to flesh out the home theater more but only capable of using 1. Great product do not regret for intro to home theater
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Posted .Hi Brut!
It's a pleasure to hear that you're enjoying the SA-SW5! We're so grateful for your feedback.
We designed it to deliver a powerful bass experience, with deep and resonant tones that you can really feel.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Ease of use
Great subwoofer
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Beautiful bass without distortion. Super easy to set up, and it really compliments the rest of our Sony home theater system.
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Posted .Thanks for commenting, CharlesP! We're truly happy to hear about your satisfaction with the amazing bass sound quality, ease of setup, and superb performance of your SA-SW5 300 W Additional Wireless Subwoofer. Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing the best brand, Sony! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Sound quality
Great sub easy setup
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Setting this up with the sound bar was as simple as turning it on and hit search. Has worked great with no dropouts and powerful enough without going over the top.
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Posted .Awesome, Byron! Thank you for giving the product a perfect rating! We are very happy to hear your satisfaction with the superb sound quality and ease of setup of your SA-SW5 300 W Additional Wireless 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! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony's Best Subwoofer.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best subwoofer I have. Great intensify the sound. Theater like sounds with my complete set. Highly recommended.
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Posted .Hi Juzzting,
Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review! We are honored to hear that the SA-SW5 subwoofer has intensified your sound and completed your system to deliver that true 'Theater like' audio experience. That powerful, deep bass is exactly what we engineered the SA-SW5 to provide.
Thanks for choosing Sony and enjoy the immersive sound!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:BassCons mentioned:Price
Great but pricey.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I used this speaker with both the new Sony sound bar and the HTA9 and so far is a great sub. You can tell the dual subwoofer has a balance bass. The connection was very easy with the Sony HTA9. Cons- this subwoofer should come with the corresponding sound bar and not as an add on to a system. The price is a bit high and prohibitive. Overall I am very happy with this sub and have not negatives with the sound quality.
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Posted .Hi Blaze, That's awesome! We're very happy to hear it easily connects to your Sony HTA9 and you like the powerful bass that this unit delivers. Power up your home theater system with the booming bass of the SA-SW5 wireless subwoofer, designed to pair seamlessly with your HT-A9/A7000 Soundbar to deliver an immersive cinematic experience. A simple wireless setup adds 300W1 of powerful bass to all of your favorite content for an authentic home cinema feel. We appreciate your feedback and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony, great investment!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I added this subwoofer to my Sony HT-A5000 sound bar, and it added a nice extra 'punch' to the movies and TV shows that I watch. For a small, to average size living room, this is a good investment, it fills the room with bass that you can feel, but only when the movies audio sound track is properly encoded to channel the audio to the appropriate speakers. Otherwise it doesn't add much to regular TV shows, but that's not the subs fault, it can definitely throw some deep bass! Pair it up with the Sony SA-RS5 rear surrounds and you'll have a nice encompassing surround system that you can enjoy for years to come.
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Posted .Hi TimL, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad to hear you appreciate the deep, stable bass of our SASW5 that is enough throughout your listening environment. It sounds like we hit the mark with the SA-SW5. With 300 W of deep bass sound from a powerful 180 mm 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. Our Home Theatre System, soundbar and optional speakers have been designed under a common Omnidirectional Block concept. The design of the SA-SW5 is a perfect match for these systems. Its sophisticated rounded edges represent a single solid block providing wide-spreading sound. The combination of rich material textures emphasizes an affinity with any living room environment. Thank you so much for choosing Sony! -Jess