The Sony Bravia Theater Quad vs. The Sony HT-A9

I go deep with the new Sony Bravia Theater Quad (HTA9-M2) and call out differences from the HT-A9
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:46 - HTA9 (OG) Pros
01:08 - HTA9 (OG) Cons
03:04 - Unbox
03:48 - Setup
06:41 - Hardware
09:29 - Two Big Changes
11:25 - Audio Adjustments
13:57 - VOICE ZOOM 3
15:31 - Common Features
16:53 - Ports
17:48 - Codec Support
18:13 - Wireless Connectivity
18:25 - Sound Quality
21:38 - Music
24:31 - Wrap Up

[@kalpeshchavan2087]

"You are simply the best person on earth who reviews sound equipment, possibly in the best way." Just keep doing this great work. You're 10 times better and a genuine version of Caleb.

[@neverenoughtech]

Very kind, thanks!

[@christophermblanton]

As the Bowery King once said, "somebody... get this man... some subscribers!" So deserved with such excellent content.

[@neverenoughtech]

Yeah … What Bowery said …!

[@gb3496]

Been waiting for your review of this! Thanks!

[@IntotheFurther.]

Once again you come through with thorough, high quality content. It’s a shame you don’t have more subscribers. This channel is a true gem. The effort you are putting in is not going unnoticed. Thanks for this comparison.

[@neverenoughtech]

It’s a bit of a grind to run a channel with one person but it helps to know it’s appreciated. Comment means a lot!

[@michael-4k4000]

Dan has over 30k Subs. Thats a lot of people. Put 30k people in a room, then tell me it's a small amount.

[@IntotheFurther.]

@@michael-4k4000​​⁠you know what I mean man. I’m talking about compared to those other tech KZbinrs who are obviously paid shills and way less technical & informative.

[@OptionTradingOnly]

Great work man! I wish you the best for your 40k subscribers milestone.

[@neverenoughtech]

Appreciate it!

[@azikiwe12]

Great review. HTA9 user here. I approve. Well done.

[@frankievictor5863]

Thanks for a great review it was worth the wait.

[@neverenoughtech]

Glad it’s out of the house 🙂

[@locutus9]

What a great review as usual. Thanks again.

[@neverenoughtech]

Appreciate it!

[@michaelbeckerman7532]

Great review! Love it. Really well done.

[@neverenoughtech]

Many thanks!

[@karthikr177]

Great review as always ...❤

[@neverenoughtech]

Appreciate it!

[@Ruthless-Ones]

Great review as usual

[@neverenoughtech]

Thank you much!

[@harethbanimustafa337]

I love the tech details and reviews, but the effortless and unpretentious sense of humar takes it home :D ... and YES, subscribed!

[@neverenoughtech]

Thanks so much!

[@KurageSama]

Good review, I'm looking forward to the bar.

[@neverenoughtech]

You and me both!

[@FamilyAvila-ix6pf]

Here to support and comment that I like your style dude lol. Will you be reviewing the bar 9?

[@neverenoughtech]

Did the bar 9 show up at my door 15 mins before pressing publish? We’ll never know 🤷‍♂️

[@L330HH]

I surely hope he does. It’s the soundbar I’m most looking forward to.

[@FamilyAvila-ix6pf]

@@neverenoughtech thanks because the q990d showed up to my door about 2 weeks ago. It’s alright I suppose. The zoom 3 feature with my Bravia 9 is what I’m hoping to use it with. Maybe… lol looking forward to the review.

[@jamesrecon14]

Awesome review!

[@neverenoughtech]

Thanks!

[@stevieg3078]

Thank you for another informative & entertaining video. I experienced the same issue during my initial optimization during set-up. I'm now waiting for the release of the Bravia 9. Yep...I will be all in.

[@neverenoughtech]

I’m only signing up for all the soundbars … not all the soundbars and TVs … though I am interested in that pairing

[@S1mmz]

​@@neverenoughtechThere's a review up on Techradar with the Quads and Bravia 9 TV together.

[@syd7324]

Nice video as always! Did you try to setup the front speakers not perfectly aligned with the rears? Or all speakers being above ear level?

[@neverenoughtech]

Speakers were not perfectly aligned they were either at ear height or a bit above

[@michael-4k4000]

Hell Yeah! Thank you for not rushing this one out to be first like Andrew Robinson, his reviews have gotten sterile and lack any depth. Your reviews are full of knowledge that one can only obtain by using the product over a period of time, not just a day or 2. Thank you again, am really looking forward to this.

[@neverenoughtech]

Well I can promise you that I will never ever ever be as slick as AR. Not in my 🧬

[@rafars2246]

Andrew puts me to sleep, and yeah he is just kissing ass so he gets another free unit to test.

[@kevkeisha]

Compliment without knocking someone else down.

[@averagejoeinvestor8770]

Yes Andrew Robinson does spend some time with the products as well, no need to knock him

[@rafars2246]

@@averagejoeinvestor8770 he just say everything is good hoping to get a free unit from the manufacturer. The guy is so damn cheap that even when he can he would never buy anything of what he reviews. None of these type of people are to trust.

[@robertj7834]

I am planning for a fall purchase. Been researching a lot, combined with lots of trips to different places to listen to the systems in person. After a lot of turmoil, I recently settled on the Sonos soundbar/300's system. This to the chagrin of multiple salesman who are convinced that I am ruining my life with that sort of theater system setup. But this changes everything as I am 100% locked into getting the A95L and I believe that the quads will intersect with the tv to provide an elevated experience after seeing your video. I appreciate your channel and how you mix the detailed information with an entertaining and edgy commentary.

[@IdeoDLaw]

There will be a new sonos soundbar later this year

[@TravionMusic]

@@IdeoDLawdoesn’t matter. Still won’t be as good as the Quads. I demoed them in my space, and when I returned them and connected my Arc, era 300’s and sub back up. I immediately noticed the difference. Even the center channel is much less intelligible because I was using a90J as the center channel. Makes a world of difference

[@KMcCullough90]

77” A95L owner here. Have their STR-AZ7000ES AVR and use the Acoustic Center Sync function with my 7.2.4 speaker setup. I can’t recommend the TV enough, best combination of oled and processing in any tv to date and tends to be very accurate with respect to the director’s intent. A95L speakers are awesome, best in any TV I’ve heard, with ACS brings the center image of dialogue up to the center of the screen and adds a sort of “wall of sound” effect, which is super immersive. In my setup the tv speakers take over the higher frequency sounds and dialogue from the center channel speaker, which does more of the low end. Also nice is that when you pair a Sony TV with the Quad, the TV remote’s menu buttons integrate with and allow you to control audio modes directly without the Quad’s remote. Super convenient experience that isn’t talked about enough, staying in one brand’s ecosystem. You’re gonna love the A95L + Theatre Quad combo

[@TravionMusic]

@@KMcCullough90 I was strongly considering the AZ3000ES over the Quads, but I’m still in an apartment so the Theater Quads it is for me. I can only imagine how to A95L sounds man, I wish I would have held out a bit longer for it cause it’s also getting the Voice Zoom 3 feature. I agree with you also, staying within the ecosystem is finally worth it with Sony

[@KMcCullough90]

@@TravionMusic Yeah man definitely! Good thing is it’s always an option moving forward and the Quads would also be amazing for a sleeper living room setup, blending in and having the convenience of a wireless connection but delivering excellent sound. Whereas the AVR is best for a basement or dedicated home theater room setup.

[@awesomehli]

Gosh darn it. Sold my A9 year ago and was hoping you'd go all Colonel Sanders on the new quad! Might be time to replace my trusty 990b for the quad... But only if I can snag one sub 2k, which is likely by end of year. Love your style! You need to be at 400k subs by now!

[@riley6723]

Your reviews are top notch! I’d love to see a review of “if your living is shaped like A,B,C, or D? This systole or that system are your most conducive choices .” With people who have couches against the wall (cough cough,me). Or awkward speaker layouts etc. I’ve yet to see someone cover all those

[@aleksanderaleksandrov168]

Mmm finally a nice review 😊

[@ridinglifestwisties]

Great review and love your channel. Would you choose this over your “sonos approved” 4 era 300 + arc + sub for movies and/or music?

[@neverenoughtech]

Maybe … but it does definitely produce a more ordered sound … not quite as thrilling though

[@aaronpresley3232]

If you had the Sony 98x90l would you pair with quad and sw5 or keep Sonos Arc 2 subs and 2 era 300s or maybe add 2 more 300s up front for illegal setup? Really torn keep up the good work great review!

[@JohnnyFPV]

so how much better would this quad system be verses the bravia 9 soundbar + bravia 9 TV + 300w sub and rs5 rear speakers? Should I return all that stuff?

[@souadtahr8148]

Vous rendez la bar 9 et les rs5 vous gardez la tv et le sub et prenez le quad je l’ai beaucoup mieux qu’une barre de son vous le regretterez pas surtout si vous possédez la tv

[@cuttyone70]

Big fan from the start sent you a super thanks

[@neverenoughtech]

I saw it … means a lot … many thanks!

[@smkaz81]

Great content 👌 Question, can you connect something like a sonos port or heos to the quad to make it part of a multi room system 🤔 Keep up the great content 👏 👌

[@neverenoughtech]

The only input is HDMI so Sonos could get around to getting a streaming box with HDMI

[@mosesr255]

Curious, a Traditional 7.2 with satellites vs Quad? Which one would you go with? I appreciate the Quad wont compare with bookshelves or towers but what about a simple config with satellites? Or are we seeing the end of that era? (pun unintended). I guess you could add ceiling firing speakers to make it more comparable, but keen to know your thoughts.

[@S1mmz]

Thanks for the comparison review :) The box was made bigger for better air flow as people were also complaining about the original boxes over heating and being noisy. One key thing you also missed off with the acoustic center sync... On the original HT-A9, the speakers and TV while they play together, they play independently. On the Quads if you have a 2022 TV model onwards (need to update to latest firmware), then the TV gets included as part of the calibration and plays in unison with the speakers so sounds much better.

[@neverenoughtech]

I figured about the bigger box. The second was a miss

[@S1mmz]

@@neverenoughtech Just thought I'd mention it. I really want someone to test the quads with the new Bravia 9 TV with its beam tweeters. A Sony rep confirmed that the front speakers and the overheads on the TV both get utilised with the Quads, so should add to the immersiveness. However, I agree with you. For me the original sounded a bit tinny and that's why I couldn't get on with them. This time round the system is so much better, that I am keeping it and wall mounting and hiding all the cables for that sexy look :)

[@TravionMusic]

2021 TVs get calibrated with the system as well

[@S1mmz]

@@TravionMusic This is the full list below that it works on with the new acoustic sync, although newer models have much better speakers so will sound a lot better, especially the A95L that utilises the whole screen. 2024 - Bravia 7/8/9 2023 - A95L/A80L/X95EL/X90L/91L 2022 - A95K/A90K/A80K/Z95EK/X90K/X91K/Z9K 2021 - A90J/A80J/X95J/Z9J

[@michael-4k4000]

@@S1mmz thanks. What about the a77L?

[@mihirmahale8519]

Hi, I plan to get the Sonos Arc + sub Gen3 + era300 system. My question is, is it worth buying this system now, given the rumors of a new Sonos soundbar supposed to be launched later this year?

[@weakpig]

Hi NE, great review as always. My home has a high ceiling (5 metres). What is your opinion on how well Quad works in a high ceiling environment like mine? Can the ceiling height effect be adjusted in Quad's settings to cater for this?

[@neverenoughtech]

I’ve found the bigger the space the more grand and spacious the sound. You might lose a bit of laboratory type precision but I bet you’ll be mighty impressed overall

[@jimwindy]

Great video thank you! Have you tested the S-Center out jack with a normal speaker? Wondering if it works for a voice channel

[@neverenoughtech]

Only works with compatible Sony Tvs

[@noahmospan5660]

I was able to pick up an A9 system with an SW-5 for $900 that was only 3 months old as the guy I bought it from dumped it for the Quads and an SW-3. I'm very happy.

[@neverenoughtech]

This guy sounds misguided - SW3 …?

[@Gundeski]

​@@neverenoughtechyes, that's how you get misguided when you watch AR's reviews. (!) He literally mentioned that SW3 would more than suffice with Bravia quad system. 😂

[@kmack112]

Both of these are literally sitting in my house, my M2 was delivered in early May, idk why I’m still watching reviews 😂

[@neverenoughtech]

And you didn’t make a video … shame!

[@paulgross682]

Great review, really like your still. In your opinion will it hang with a lower or mid-tier AV Receiver 5.1.2 set up?

[@neverenoughtech]

I think so … if you take time to optimize it correctly and give the speakers time to mature

[@justinbyrne5736]

Better off with AV Receiver and good speakers for the money

[@Jedi71]

And running 6 wires all over the place? No thank you. ​@@justinbyrne5736

[@fonkenful]

@@justinbyrne5736In addition to the rats’ nest of cabling, I think substantially more futzing about for total system optimization. But when did that ever stop an audio/video junkie?

[@anoopbopte840]

Hey! Thanks for the review👍🏻. Where can I get a compatible rear speaker stand for the Quad?

[@neverenoughtech]

not sure of the best stand. I have generic stands that work for a variety of speakers: PERLESMITH Universal Floor Speaker - amzn.to/45eV14E

[@S.T.-ym9ob]

Choices, choices.. Thanks again Daniel. I hope you do a comparison between the Quad, the Samsung Q990D, the Sonos and the Dragon.

[@S1mmz]

If you can't place the speakers any wider than a soundbar, then get a soundbar. If you can place the speakers at least 2.5m-3m which is double the distance of the Dragon, then get the Quads. Soundbars just can't compete with how wide you can make the sound stage and as Sony have actually made the sound quality miles better than the original HT-A9'S, the Quads are a worthy winner.

[@neverenoughtech]

I typically wait for end of year for the mega comparison

[@S.T.-ym9ob]

@@neverenoughtech yeah! Looking forward to it.

[@Mr_Latte_UK]

Always enjoy watching your videos and thanks again. No centre channel or, TV as a centre channel, mmm but what happened to the importance of a good center channel for movies/dialogue etc? Get it that the wider soundstage may bring its own benefits, espically with music but size of the room matters too and needs to be considered. I would love to see you try a Sonos setup but replacing the additional E300 you added with a pair of 5s. This way to bring more stereo abilities over an ARC but deliver the better musical abilities the 5 are meant to offer. Or, what about dual Move 2 as additional stereo speakers, that can then also be used in other rooms when needed?

[@S1mmz]

Hopefully Sonos new soundbar due in September would allow two Era 300's at the front as well as add DTS, would then be the perfect setup. Phantom center isn't that bad though, it's miles better than the original HT-A9 and some people with wired separates run phantom centers these days.

[@neverenoughtech]

The mapping assists with phantom channel strength - and the bigger the room the more benefit you get from the four piece setup - I reviewed the Sonos arc with fives

[@cabronesse386]

This guy is a darn good entertainer, subscribed! LOL

[@krokodilen31]

Think i stick with my hta9 for a while doesn't seem worth the upgrade even if they lool amazing. Thanks for a good video.

[@user-om7zj3ol1i]

You are the best reviewer of soundbars and speaker systems, I love you. P.S try to review the neck-mounted speaker from Sony, your opinion is very interesting

[@neverenoughtech]

If this post gets 100 likes I’ll review that. Otherwise I would probably serve the wider audience better with soundbars and such

[@kill3rbyysight]

can u please make video on whats the best settings on PS5 for the Quad speakers?? for dolby atmos

[@mohamedalkaboom]

Yes you are correct sir

[@neverenoughtech]

I enjoy this feeling of being correct!

[@cuttyone70]

Thanks!

[@neverenoughtech]

Very generous! Thank you!

[@roperv123]

I enjoy your no-nonsense, practicable, humorous videos, How about a comparison with the Nakamichi Dragon 11.4.6 and the Sony HT-A9?

[@neverenoughtech]

Maybe the HTA92 and dragon

[@roperv123]

My bag...I meant Nakamichi Dragon 11.4.6 and the Sony Theater Quad.

[@davidhart8552]

Just subscribed. Forgive me for having delayed! Now gotta decide on tv choices. Sony A95L, A80L(83) or LG G4. Samsung S90C. Stay tuned!

[@neverenoughtech]

Dialed in

[@andrewmccorkell3184]

Great review, Daniel! Would the quad (or A9 for that matter) still sound good in a living room where the couch is against the back wall and you can't get the speakers properly behind you? Can they be placed on side walls in line with the couch or must the rears face the fronts? Thanks!

[@neverenoughtech]

You really want them behind you. I have not explored whether the optimization process works with multiple orientations … I still need to explore some facets of this system more … which I will

[@S1mmz]

​@@neverenoughtech They work fine to the sides as long as slightly behind the seating position. Pointing the speakers so they face each other and fire across you still works wonders and doesn't ruin the bubble at all. Keeping the speakers at the same height seems to make more of a difference this time round than toeing in / slideways etc.

[@Zoranurai13]

Yeah works fine. Not ideal but no kind of system is in that setup. If anything the quad does it the best.

[@shemsureshot]

If your sofa is up against the wall these can still be wall mounted to the back wall as long as they are not too close to anyone’s head. This is why they are flat. The further away from your head, the better in this arrangement (eg put them on the wall either side of the sofa).

[@richardburn]

Great review thanks! I’ve been struggling with 360RA on my quad, I now see that this format is only supported via the HDMI input, not airplay or Bluetooth, just thought it worth mentioning as it seems a backward step from the HA9.

[@neverenoughtech]

Gonna clarify in my next review -- casting was an option in the A9 and that’s not the case any more need to go HDMI

[@TheRickAustin]

Curious what speaker stands you are using in this video or others you would recommend for the Quad?

[@neverenoughtech]

PERLESMITH Universal Floor Speaker - amzn.to/45eV14E

[@pjte6748]

I subscribed, watched a number of your videos, then made the decision to buy a Sony 77 A95L, Bar 9 with a sub SA-SW5 and rear speakers SA-RS5. Sounds great, especially since I only listened to tv speakers all my life. Just like going to a movie theater at home. Thank you for what you do. Helpful)

[@neverenoughtech]

🙂

[@serdaryilmaz3947]

@@neverenoughtech where is the video? There is no BAR 9 review yet ??

[@pjte6748]

He did an overview a month ago. ​@@serdaryilmaz3947

[@neverenoughtech]

My hands on bar9 review is cooking - up next

[@serdaryilmaz3947]

@@neverenoughtech I just hope we don't have to wait that long. I wish they would compare it to Quad too

[@gb3496]

I wonder how easy it would be to cover the grey cloth with black speaker cloth - so that it still looked factory... I assume it would not affect the sound quality...

[@WhisMui]

Hi, I have HT-A9M2 and I love it. I have also old Galaxy Note 8 phone and I never have problem with calibration.

[@neverenoughtech]

Trading my iPhone in when the store opens

[@randomname9758]

I chuckled a lot at the snark and eye roll throughout the entire review. 😆 Edit: LOL Battle Ship Earth !!!!!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@neverenoughtech]

What’s so funny about BSE 😏

[@michael-4k4000]

Daniel is very funny. thanks for watching, please like and subscribe.

[@neverenoughtech]

Is this drinking buddy Mike?

[@Kvsanal78]

How is it compared to a 5.1.2 home theatre system in similar price range ?

[@user-vq9gd2di9x]

nice job

[@neverenoughtech]

Thanks much!

[@Sky-8646]

Please made a video sony theater quad vs dragon nakamichi..

[@neverenoughtech]

KZbin hasn’t banned it yet …

[@eliomarnahr201]

Thank you!!! Are there hints for other manufacturers developing this type of product? (i.e. Samsung) It seems superior to Dolby’s new Flexconnect (not yet available)

[@neverenoughtech]

Samsung may at some point increase the number of speakers that can be paired via Q -symphony - they are kind of half there. Sonos seems well positioned to offer something similar with their flexible eco system … but other manufacturers seem more far fetched

[@Tsktsk7373]

What brand of speaker stand did you use in your video? Thanks

[@neverenoughtech]

PERLESMITH Universal Floor Speaker - amzn.to/45eV14E

[@michael-4k4000]

Hey Daniel, I had issues with my A9 recognizing the app with and mic as well. Had to power down after about 6 or 8 failed attempts.

[@neverenoughtech]

Have you reset to factory settings?

[@michael-4k4000]

@@neverenoughtech Yes, Sony had me do that as the last step. That did the trick for now. Hopefully won't happen again. thanks.

[@VehicleVibes_]

Thanks for the vid as always! Any ways you can get your hands on and review the Enclave CinaHome Pro system?? Curious about the wisa tech and the thx certification and how it stacks up to high end consumer soundbar like products. Would LOVE your opinion and input after hearing it yourself.

[@neverenoughtech]

I’m interested but I suspect many will discount importance at it does not support 3D audio formats

[@VehicleVibes_]

@@neverenoughtech For me that actually gets more more curious. All the marketing and importance on current consumer grade tech vs the "big name THX certification" and quality speakers. What wins? Could help get Wisa on the map too. Glad you're at least interested!

[@razvanendl9900]

Hey! Is there anything similar to this too but in stereo? I really like all the sonos speakers but hey can only work as surround speakers at best, no TV connectivity. This Sony offer looks interesting but it's expensive and I'll be fine with only 2 (or if there is a competitor where tou can later add the other 2 surrounds like Samsung does) i really don't want a soundbar

[@neverenoughtech]

I’m not aware. With stereo I would just find a quality powered 2.1 with traditional speakers.

[@paulyoung22]

I think you should work on a slightly drier delivery. Great review, thank you.

[@neverenoughtech]

I’m far drier IRL

[@pankajrawat9185]

Hi, some great content with simplicity. Samsung Q990 D or Sony theatre quad, which one you suggest.

[@neverenoughtech]

At the end of the video I declared the quad the winner

[@mrpickle23]

So which is more worth the cost?

[@R0bR0y512]

Having used a ht-a9 on a 24 foot wide wall uhz50 projector...the sound was awesome...i couldn't hear where the speakers are placed at. Didnt have a sub either.

[@averagejoeinvestor8770]

First non Sonos system I’ve been tempted by, maybe in a few months if it’s reduced

[@neverenoughtech]

You’re walking down a sinful path

[@ertzgdds]

Quad vs. HT-A9, ok. But how the Quad will perform against a bigger system with large floorstanding loudspeakers? I'm owning 2 pairs of canton ergo speakers. Large front floorstanding ones and the rear speakers of this line. I'm thinking about to change these against a quad system. Sometime I will order a quad system with a sub and test this for my own. The quad are spartial 3D Sound against a more classical 5.1 system without virtual speakers.

[@bastinbabu]

Wonderful explanation and details. Thank you. Is it possible to add a receiver to Quad to have more than 2 HDMI input ? If yes could you please make a video on it ? Also could you please make a comparison video between Quad and Bose lifestyle 650 ? Like me most of us trying to decide between these two speaker systems.

[@bastinbabu]

Also just subscribed 😀 👍

[@neverenoughtech]

Yes you can add a receiver with an eARC port. The 650 is too dated (and discontinued) to make sense for my channel audience. If you have a more modern system I could consider. Thanks for subscribing

[@bastinbabu]

@neverenoughtech thank you for your reply. Could you please recommend good Receiver with earc port ? In which I Don't lose any sound quality. So do you recommend Quad over Bose Lifestyle series ? I am worried about Quad not having the center speaker, which I believe adds a lot of value to the home theater system. Also FYI I am trying to buy a system for 125 inch screen with projector. Please let me know your thoughts

[@dizzzzy001]

Debating between a 990D or getting the quad. I mainly watch movies and shows on a Samsung oled tv. Would you recommend the 990D since it has Q-symphony or pick the quads ?

[@neverenoughtech]

If money is tight then the D … otherwise I much preferred the quad over the D. With these kinds of products I think you should always think about a return strategy as it may not compliment the room, your specific taste, and I’d say more than phones and laptops - this product category is more prone to defects.

[@Gundeski]

You can't be serious, did you do a thorough comparison to run all kinds of non Atmos older movie tracks, Dolby HD and DTS MA than very latest Atmos mix ones? I have my doubts if this Quad is good for all use cases as 990D.

[@michaelghanem2811]

Amazing reviews honestly [ Should do Sony Bravia Theater Quad VS Q 990 D ] Quick one for a small home theater - Really small [ Back seats against the wall ] Do i go for the Samsung Q990D already purchased waiting delivery Or i return it and go for Sony Bravia Theater Quad Already have a new Bravia TV

[@neverenoughtech]

As I mentioned in the end of the review I prefer the Quad … with a new Bravia it makes more sense … I don’t think the D is special

[@armaansoman9137]

Are you talking about nakimichi dragon at the end.

[@neverenoughtech]

Yes

[@KevinWelbeck]

Are you doing a dragon vs quad review? I know yours would be perfect and much needed

[@neverenoughtech]

Sounds like something I might do

[@bharathramjee7508]

Please please pease, that would be amazing. I need to stop watching reviews and buy something. Quad or dragon 🧐. Your review will shape the destiny of my ears. Appreciate the hard work that goes into each review 🙏

[@Johnzilla2179]

I had the Dragon for a few weeks but ended up returning it. The sound was loud, but I felt it was brittle and shrill no matter what I did with the settings. This was particularly true on non-Atmos content, like classic movies that only have mono or stereo tracks (I don’t do upmixing, I like to hear the sound as it was originally intended). With that in mind, since the Quad is neck and neck with the Dragon as depicted here, would that maybe be the superior pick for someone like myself? And what about the Bravia Theater Bar 9?

[@neverenoughtech]

I’d say that if you are not into upmixing none of these are for you. The quad is really meant to sound field everything … you may be better off with traditional components

[@Johnzilla2179]

@@neverenoughtech Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately, I don’t really have the space for AVR or components and the missus already told me no, anyway. That’s why I was initially interested in the Dragon, but I found it disappointing. I currently have the Q990B, but I feel like it has a lot of glitches and quirks, so I was looking to upgrade. I’m also curious about the Bravia Theater Bar 9, but the reviews tend to favor Samsung when it comes to bars (though that one is new enough that it hasn’t gotten much coverage).

[@hugabug516]

Quick question. Is it possible to connect any of the current Sony Soundbars to either of these systems? If yes, how? Thanks!

[@S1mmz]

Nope.

[@neverenoughtech]

Double nope

[@andrewchiu6226]

Would love to see a Quad vs Dragon throwdown. Easlen Osborne did a quick comparison at the end of his Quad review, and his assessment seems in the direction of where I'd think it would go. You can't replace true speaker separation (advantage Sony), but you can't replace higher quality speaker drivers (advantage Nakamichi.) But bottom line - what is the better HT experience?

[@neverenoughtech]

I think it comes down to taste with those two. But I can give the comparison the proper treatment

[@BrotherO4]

anyone knows where i can have a FQ measurement on these speakers?

[@JohnSeitz]

Gonna have to watch this later tonight. Just brought home today the Sonos arc and 300 setup as it’s on sale. But have been eyeing the a9 or the Quad - but the extra $1000 has me perplexed ha. I’m fine getting the quad - but yeah. The Arc setup is kinda amazing (only hooked up the arc so far to see if dialogue is good enough. It seems to be fine but so many reviews say it’s poor. The surround effects with just the bar are really hard to stop gloating about. My traditional 5.1.2 setup doesn’t replicate sounds as good. That said - do you think the Sony would improve on that? Thanks in advance

[@neverenoughtech]

Well I have a few sentences towards the very end of the video you might want to find

[@JohnSeitz]

@@neverenoughtech love the review!!! So since the quad with sub is about $279 less than a dragon. Will the dragon throw equivalent or maybe better??

[@anthonyhardison3398]

Will this system work if you have a soundbar system already and just ditch the rear speakers from it and the subwoofer?

[@neverenoughtech]

Perhaps technically with HDMI splitting but not recommended … it doesn’t come with a sub so that’s not the issue

[@abhi4ify]

Hello Daniel .. The Quad have 4 additional drivers as compared to A9 .. However, the total system output remains same 500W .. What are your thoughts on that?

[@neverenoughtech]

That you can add drivers and not watts and maybe do other things and the system can sound better. The system never got super loud but most really don’t need it to. Samsung and the dragon have so much of the volume range that is uninhabitable

[@serdaryilmaz3947]

When will you test the Bravia Theatre Bar 9 ?

[@neverenoughtech]

Is it set up in my basement in the middle of testing? I’ll never tell 🤫

[@notoco]

I upgraded my A9 - no regrets!

[@FJano12]

Night and day difference?

[@JoeyMa1996]

Is it better to plug an apple tv to the Quad receiver or straight to the TV?

[@neverenoughtech]

For sound it’s always safest to plug straight into the quad as the TV can do funny things before passing on the audio - especially if you have not selected the correct settings. If you know what you are doing and your TV has eARC then it probably doesn’t matter a whole lot … especially since the quad can pass 4K/120

[@dperez520]

How much better is this system compared to the sonos arc + era 300s setup?

[@neverenoughtech]

The 300s have a lot of promise -- I think the front hardware needs to be updated to get a more official sound … there is a transitional kind of vibe going on - so I would say the quad sounds more fully thought out. But I sense the real comparison will happen when/if Sonos officially allows 300s in front and rear … otherwise it is a bit apples and oranges.

[@TheEthNick]

No centre channel & one input are my main gripes. How would I go about connecting a dedicated 4K Bluray player, Cable TV box, Streaming box, PS5, etc?

[@neverenoughtech]

Tv

[@Abakaschi]

Not having an option for a 2nd sub is killing it. I own the HT-A9 since release and tested it (in my room) against Samsung Q990C and Sonos Arc incl. 2 subs and ERA300. The HT-A9 has the upper hand on spaciousness and immersion. Since Sony is so close-minded and doesn't allow for a 2nd sub - I decided NOT to upgrade to the Quad. I will upgrade back to Sonos once they release their new soundbar this year. Sony's PRM (product management) is really nuts not to take advantage of the enthusiast market (allow for 2 subs and allow to configure the quad with 2 massive / superior front-quads).

[@serdaryilmaz3947]

What do you think of Sony SA-RS5? Do you think Theater Bar 9 with Sony SA-RS5 is a good choice?

[@neverenoughtech]

Preparing a review

[@tomdrums4607]

I have a Marantz Cinema 40 and a 7.2.4 Canton speaker setup that i am seriously considering selling and just getting the quads. Am i crazy to think this system would be close enough to the real thing and make me happy?

[@shemsureshot]

In my opinion the quad is a very nice way out for someone who wants to get out of a traditional home theatre system, if that’s you go for it. As for comparisons I don’t know the canton speakers but I know the C40 well and would say it’s a fair few notches up in quality of sound over the quad, and has more connectivity. If I were in your shoes I would stick with the C40 as it’s still new and maybe in a few years time replace it with the future version of the quads as the gap will likely be closer between the two systems by then.

[@justinbyrne5736]

@tomdrums4607 Marantz Cinema 40 AV Receiver is much better than Sony Quad speakers, this is just a life style product. Marantz Cinema 40 AV Receiver is for proper Home Cinema Enthusiasts. If not happy with sound from Marantz Cinema 40 try different speakers, l suggest Monitor Audio Silver 100 7g Standmounts C250 7g Centre 50 7g For Rears SVS PB 2000 Pro Subwoofer

[@tomdrums4607]

I am very happy with my whole system, but I just think it is all a bit much to have in my living room. It is quite appealing to me to get rid of it all for a close enough, makes barely any difference, compact system like this.

[@justinbyrne5736]

@tomdrums4607 ​I only use 5.1 with my Marantz Cinema 70s with Emotiva BasX A3 Power Amp and l am more than happy would not swap it for a Sony Bravia Quad system. You don't even get a centre speaker, which is the most important speaker of a home cinema setup

[@6g8j9k]

does it make sense to buy this surround system with no space at the back ? my sofa sit at the back wall , no more space behind the sofa

[@neverenoughtech]

Strongest effect is if there is rear distance but if you optimize you’ll get a lot of the benefits

[@garygohmusic]

I really like the Sony sound but this is near impossible to set up in my space that doesn't have opposite facing front and back walls.

[@manuelarohinojosa9568]

Which Stand did you use for the speakers?

[@neverenoughtech]

Description

[@manuelarohinojosa9568]

@@neverenoughtechoh thanks a lot, I read too quickly and didn‘t realize. Great video and review by the way! Watching you from Germany :D

[@NinjaTurban]

I just picked up the 990D last week. would you say the new Quad is better even with the price difference?

[@neverenoughtech]

Yes

[@FamilyAvila-ix6pf]

@@neverenoughtechdamn I just bought the 990d lol now is this without the sub? lol

[@neverenoughtech]

Not better without the sub

[@NinjaTurban]

@@neverenoughtech time to make a return, appreciate the feedback and thanks for the review!

[@michael-4k4000]

@@NinjaTurban the Quad might be slightly better, but its a lot more money then the 990C/D and its probably not worth the extra $1200 (including the subwoofer). I will say this, I tried the A9 and 990C and I liked the A9 a lot more, the A9 had this magical vibe to it and had a very vide sound stage. But if money is an issue, and it always is, the 990C/D is better for dialog and comes with the subwoofer for less then the quad without the sub. You can wait till the Quad goes on sale in November.

[@johnrambo6990]

Haha! And I just recently commented on your older video about the OG A9. I did exactly what you said, I sold my OG A9 and upgraded. I am 100% happy with my choice, but the price does sting. Lastly, I did due to price think about the 990D, however, this video confirmed my gut feeling, keep the Quad. Thanks for another dope review.

[@Pixel_Box]

Wouldn't them removing Chromecast be an almost non issues if you're also using a Sony TV as they have Chromecast built in so earc would just output to the speakers anyway?

[@neverenoughtech]

Well not everyone has a Chromecast TV. And sometimes it’s nice to keep the TV out of it if you just want music.

[@BorisYeh_]

The room space matters, I bought this system first come out, too tight nor close layout would be ruining the 360 mapping. The all 4 speakers must face direct front, not even a bit strange angle, otherwise the sound just won't sync cohesively, darn just took my almost weeks to place them right. Great comparison, my loved A9 just has a real successor.

[@S1mmz]

Isn't the case with the quads. My rears face each other as my sofa is against the wall and there's no gaps in the sound whatsoever, as tested with the various Atmos demos on disk. Seems height placement this time round is more important, as having them at different levels (even though Sony says you can) is what I found ruined the sound, whereas angling the speakers or sideways rears did not.

[@BorisYeh_]

@@S1mmz I placed rear speakers as you did but not that spatially sounded. As my opinion, I would suggest you move sofa up front half or one foot, creat a breathing space for them, even uplifting the rears, above my ears as I placed. As Daniel mentioned, I watched DUNE 2 so many times when I adjusted the rears, as the result, right behind and above your sitting spot and ears (not right asides) will give the better Sony so called phantom virtual enhancement.

[@S1mmz]

@@BorisYeh_ Hi, I can't really move the sofa unfortunately. I did try it as a test and it still sounded better with them to the sides at ear level with the top driver and inch above my head (they are still behind me by like 30cm). The speakers are all equal in distance. My fronts are 3m apart and my rears are 3m apart. I'm not also sat directly next to a speaker like some people do which is why I feel it makes a massive difference. I've ran various demos like the Atmos Amaze demo which when it does the full 360 run around there's no gaps. The helicopter demo which just utilises heights also goes round the entire room with no gaps. Then I also tried the conductor where she swings from the rope front to back, then right to left, again no gaps. When I had them directly behind me, the rears were too quiet that I had to have them on max. I found this wasn't balancing the system like I wanted, as I've made sure every speaker level matches the same 75db reference point with an SPL meter. I'm undergoing some house renovations currently, but that will be complete within 3-4 weeks of which I'll then be adding the Sony A95L into the mix. I will once again test the speaker positions just to be 100% certain as everything is then getting wall mounted with cables hidden.

[@BorisYeh_]

​@@S1mmz the quads just not easy to pleased. Btw, the flat ceiling is another key to even 4 height speakers, I tried Blade Runner 2049, the first 20 mins sence just happened to demo all the 12 phantom speakers, from near to far, ground to sky. Wish your renovation and new TV will bring the match you like.

[@richarddalfen587]

For a condo unit, if subwoofer used, is sw5 too powerful?

[@neverenoughtech]

If your floor is also a ceiling … advise against

[@richarddalfen587]

What about sw3. Floor is a ceiling but floor was redone with insulation

[@columcreaven8860]

Great review as always, the quads would be my choice but the price is prohibitive, it is also a shame that sony and samsung require you to upgrade to a 2024 TV as well to avail of all the functionality of the sound system ( frame and centre speaker, shame on the)..... Love the channel👍

[@columcreaven8860]

Shame on them

[@wilmerfuentes6402]

Dragon or quad, best sound?w / one u recommend?

[@neverenoughtech]

I think it depends on your goal

[@tracer073]

@@neverenoughtechwe need more bro, too vague of answer which system is better for what?

[@user-sw9ow2fp9e]

I have a Seaton Sub for my projector setup from many years ago. Now that could thump. When it was new I would turn it up in Iron Man(first one) and watch people jump in there chairs. I would just laugh and laugh and laugh.

[@neverenoughtech]

You scoundrel

[@PranayDora]

Hello @NeverEnoughTech ! I

[@neverenoughtech]

Quad for sure

[@PranayDora]

@@neverenoughtech That's interesting, and thanks! I will call in Sony tomorrow to setup the home demo to experience the Quad ove r the weekend. Will let you know how that goes :) P.S.: Does quad shine as much with music as it does with the movies as well compared to Bose ultra setup of course ?

[@neverenoughtech]

I thought the music was quite good … best over HDMI and even better when in a spatial format

[@PranayDora]

@@neverenoughtech wow! That’s amazzing! Thanks!! Btw any idea if Sony’s goin to introduce a new bass line up anytime this year considering SW5/3 was built to accompany the pre-quad era? Jus wondering if i should go with SW5 or jus get the quad and wait for the new bass module lunch….

[@PranayDora]

@@neverenoughtechA quick question to you - if we talkin sub only, which one would be ur pick - Sony SW5 or Bose 700?

[@muzammelhaquemukul7089]

How about Klipsch flexus?

[@neverenoughtech]

My favorite retailer is sold out … want to get there