Sony HT-A5000, HT-A7000, HT-A9 w/ SA-RS5 & SA-SW5 sub - Full Review

Detailed review of the Sony HT-A5000 and A7000 sound bars, and the very different HT-A9. And because I’m not always sold you can get what you need with just a single sound bar or speakers, I also have both the SA-SW3, the larger SA-SW5 Subwoofers, the SA-RS3 rear speakers and an early peek at the new SA-RS5 2 channel rear speakers that offer upward firing sound to really complete the 360 spatial sound mapping. #SARS5 #HTA7000 #HTA9
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0:00 Sony HT- Systems
1:26 The Basics
1:59 HT-A5000
2:55 HT-A7000
3:54 HT-A9
4:50 Need for Bass
5:39 SA-SW3 Sub
6:04 SA-SW5 Sub
6:27 SA-RS5 Wireless Rears Up-firing
7:16 SA-RS3s Rears
7:39 360 Sound Mapping Firmware update
7:51 HT System Setup
8:57 Sony TVs Added Benefit
10:06 HT-A5000 Results
11:47 - SA-RS5 vs SA-RS3s?
13:13 HT-A700 Results
15:11 HT-A7000 vs HT-A9 Maxed Out
16:38 Winner Picked
17:24 Center for HT-A9?
17:58 200w SA-SW3 Is Great!

[@digitaltheatre7000]

Thank you for the honest review of the A9 as I’ve been finding out the system is not without its flaws

[@skaterspwn]

This was hands down the most informative and well done review of these products. Thank you

[@sunnysuravarapu]

this was exactly what I was looking for I picked up everything from Best Buy at open box prices, A5000 for $530, A7000 for $770, SW 3 for $200, SW 5 for $350 and the rear SR3 for $185, couldnt get the SR5 on open box. I'm going to play with all the components and choose a set up, buy i think I most likely choose the A7000 and SW5 sub and returning the rest. thanks again for this awesome video review 🔥

[@Sabundy]

I like the innovation Sony is doing with their audio line up. From their sound bars to their spatial audio systems they are moving the ball upfield.

[@TRUMP_2024_PREZ]

A90J WITH THE A7000...WOW IT SOUNDS INTENSE 3D QUALITY CINEMA SUROUND 🔊

[@TheManTW1708]

@@TRUMP_2024_PREZ my A80K 77” comes in and installed next Friday with the soundbar.

[@Lucidfpv]

​@@TheManTW1708I'm considering buying this TV and a Sony Soundbar a5000. Which soundbar did you choose? Are you satisfied?

[@michael-4k4000]

Sony is slaying! Sony can flex but they choose not to. Enough said, lets do this thing, time to watch a movie with butter popcorn....

[@JL-ku7wo]

Would like to see a Sony HT-A7000+RA5+SW5 vs Samsung Q990B vs LG S95QR comparison. Thanks.

[@pickuplineoftheday]

Thank you for this review.... this comparison has helped in figuring out what I will be upgrading my soundbar to.

[@neilfox2401]

Excellent video.. just want I was looking for!! Thanks a million. I will likely go for the max configuration here with the new, wireless rears.

[@fxeditor1138]

Thanks very much for such a through review of these speaker systems. You have made my purchase choice much easier!

[@kosekjm]

Again thank you for these in depth reviews and explanations of the various options. Awaiting delivery of my new A80J (Also purchased based off of your recommendations as A90 is just a bit outside of my price comfort zone) and then hooking up the A7000. Thank you for answering my question about (near) seamless integration into the TV menu system as well. Was hoping to not have to deal with two remotes.

[@BTheInstaller]

Oh yeah. A80j is great and can completely control the A7000

[@andrewgirard8446]

I can't wait for the sound mapping update! Love the HT-A7000 with rears and sub, but the sound bubble offered by the HT-A9s is what I'm super excited about. Hope the update comes soon!! Great video, B!!!

[@lakshmisrinivas8194]

which is best ..ht a9 or ht a7000

[@AbhishekGupta-uu3uy]

@@lakshmisrinivas8194 watch the video again

[@rohin3936]

Bought sony HT A9 with SRS 5 sub…it’s something on a different level…i have sonos arc with full sub and bookshelf speaker setup in my living room…but this beast is a different species.

[@carlosgarcia4505]

Great review! I purchased and had installed my 65” A80J with the HT-A7000. Couldn’t find the SW5 sub so opted with an open box SW3 sub for $100 today. I have a medium size room so per your review, I should be OK. Thanks for the video!

[@WessGrumble]

Hey, I'm curious to find out your opinion on the SW3 sub after a month. I live in an apartment and I fear the bigger SW5 sub might cause more disturbance to my downstairs neighbours

[@anthonykamyshevich]

I'm interested too…

[@privateuser9303]

killer review dude answered all of my questions!

[@mrCetus]

Great in-depth review mate! I really thought I would instantly buy the HT-A9 as soon as it became available in Australia, but the Phantom Centre is worrying me now. I do have an A80J, but what you said about a 5th centre speaker would be awesome! Keep up the great work!

[@johnnyjumpupaz]

I got the aj80 at Xmas. I just added the ht7000 and was so happy and then I added the new rear speakers RS-S5`s and HOLY SHIT!! I was planning on going for the S9 setup but thanks to this review I went with ht7000 and new rears. Next up is the sub S5.. I tested my setup without and with the AJ80 and wife and I liked it better with AJ80 center console option enabled.

[@joshdimovski4483]

Did you end up with one of the Sony systems ?

[@irambler4791]

Look at his room. Stick with the HT-A9.

[@joshdimovski4483]

The Sony HT a9 centre channel performance is really good but only if you're sitting in the middle of the speakers , sitting towards the side isn't great . If you have a Sony TV connected it's alot better and vocals are more centred 👍🙂

[@DarkKnight-gw4gw]

Great video with very good comparisons and recommendations!

[@joelongoria9058]

I have the HT-A7000, SA-SW3, SA-RS3S and wow I’m so happy I invested in this sound system. I bought the sound bar originally for the HDMI 2.1 extra ports to go with the OLED TV. New gaming systems took up all the tv ports. I been thinking about getting the new SA-RS5 but paying extra for something I already have, that does little doesn’t sound good. I tell everyone about this set up but cost is such a problem for most. I live an apartment so the bigger subwoofer was out of the question. Cost is high on all these products, so buying one at time isn’t a bad idea. I think I pieced all them together over about 4 months. I’m happy with it, I’m sure most people with these products are happy as well.

[@Zoranurai13]

Using the a7000+sw5 and getting in the rs5s soon. At this point it is already fantastic even without the surrounds. It made me drop my sonos arc to the bedroom lol

[@TRUMP_2024_PREZ]

A90J + PS5 + A7000 + SUB + RS5 = 3D FUTURE PROOF A/V PARADISE 🔊😃

[@profitfever]

I've had the A5000 with RS3s. Absolutely love the 360 spatial sound mapping. James bond sounds amazing. Some great content.

[@4eversabi]

I’m planning for a5000. But I own a Panasonic smart TV. Any known issues or limitations in pairing with a non Sony tv brand?

[@profitfever]

@@4eversabi not that I know of. My Sony TV is super old so I don't get any of the benefits of acoustics center sync. It's a pretty solid product. I'd probably recommend the Rs5 rears now having tried them out..

[@emiliotarango3536]

Great video! Going with the A7000 + Sub + Speakers

[@bjornhughes8174]

I got the HT-7000 and the SW5 to test side by side with Sonos Arc and sub. So far I feel like the SW5 is under performing. Ive turned the sub level to max and made sure night mode was off but it feels like most the bass is coming from the bar and not hitting as hard as I would expect.

[@rorywhipple1985]

Love my HT-A9, but i agree wish there was a separate center channel add on for dialog.

[@al-muntaseral-ramadneh8936]

Not sure if I missed this part in your review, but how does the Atmos/360 sound bubble on A7000 with the new up-firing rears compare to the A9??

[@craigosterberg5045]

Thanks for the review and comparisons.

[@drvenkatramanarao3242]

Thanks a lot ive opted for ht a 7000 which they have promised delivery by evening. Hope it meets my expectation.

[@j35dpe]

Awesome review big thanks!

[@TRUMP_2024_PREZ]

I LOVE MY NEW SONY A7000 SOUNDBAR WITH 83" A90J OLED...PERFECT MATCH... ATMOS 3D SUROUND...SOUND INSANE 🔊🤤

[@TRUMP_2024_PREZ]

VERY IMPRESSIVE SUBWOOFERS 🔊😃

[@darreny2433]

I configured the HT-A7000 sound height to default and distance further from LR speakers and the RS5 and A7000 becomes much louder. The auto detect setting was higher height and closer to LR speakers which though was correct but sounded soft.

[@jackrichards1703]

I'm in the UK and I have made enquiries for the RS5s unfortunately not due here until May...so pleased with A7000 sound bar

[@PatrickNolte]

I have the HT-A9 with the SA-SW3 sub connected to my 65 inch A80J TV. The first movie I watched was A Quiet Place II with the A9 installed. I was amazed to hear sound coming from overhead.

[@Barleyleg]

So you’re enjoying the A9? No dropout issues? It’s been on my radar. Cheers!

[@PatrickNolte]

@@Barleyleg no drop outs. I even have my wireless nest hub between my rear speakers. Been rock solid since day one. I had the ht-z9f sounds bar and Sony made a change to my tv that fixed the drop outs I was having with that. Once I plugged the A9 in is been rock solid.

[@Barleyleg]

@@PatrickNolte Thanks for the reply. Good to know about it not dropping signal. I currently have the Elevate and recently purchased a x90j. The Elevate sounds fine in my apartment, but, like all Vizio products, is sometimes unreliable. Sony products generally work well together, so that’s one reason I was looking to upgrade. Wish Sony would make some 21st century receivers, though.

[@PatrickNolte]

@@Barleyleg well I did have dropouts from the Sony Z9F. But before Sony logged into the tv and made some changes I returned it for the Sonos Arc. That thing was a joke. You have to dance around the room with an iphone to make it work. It sounded like crap and it too dropped out. I returned that two days later for the Z9F. That's when Sony made the change. I replaced the Z9F with the A9. I've had no regrets. We are amazed by the sound bubble it creates. We like the music in Cruella. It sounded good with the Z9F and it was horrible on the Arc. But it still is amazing with the A9. The music follows her was she walks around the building. I use the A80J as the center speaker and we are very satisfied with voices coming from the tv.

[@Barleyleg]

@@PatrickNolte Nice! But I think my biggest holdout might be the fact that my x90 doesn’t offer that center channel compatibility option. Perhaps Sony will update my model down the road. I feel all Bravia’s should share certain core compatibility features, IMO.

[@michigantoga]

HTA7000, SW5 & SARS5 setup is the best!

[@nomadchad8243]

thanks , that was a lot of useful info. I think for my smaller basement TV room with low ceilings I'll pick the A5000 and the bigger sub. I have found both as open box for half price on sale.

[@skydancerforever]

I just went with the Sonos Arc, sub mini and one SL's over the Sony HT-A5000, SA-SW3 sub and SA-RS5 rears. Hope i made a good choice. BF sales were great on the Sonos system. My TV is a Sony XR65A80J which the Sony set up most likely would have been a better pairing. Will soon find out. It get delivered tomorrow 11/23.

[@brianpecchia3832]

Question, do you suggest hooking up the Apple 4K TV directly to an A80J then EARC to Sony HT-A9 to output sounds or the Apple TV directly into the HT-A9 then output video to the A80J?

[@Justmeandmy20cents]

I owned the HT-ZF9 with satellites for years and Loved them. When the A5000 and A7000 came out I didn't hear a big difference from the HTZF9 then I heard the A9, I was blown away, happy tears and goosebumps. We ordered the A9 with the SW9 and have been smiling since. Fucking incredible speakers and sub. If you like me have been on the fence, just go for it, the difference is night and day if you like me came from HTzF9. The HTA9 if calibrated right is the best home theater system you can find under 4K$.

[@tropictom5996]

Just ordered 7000 for $1198 and sw3 for $198 and free shipping using a deal from online retailer. Will wait for RS5 to go on sale. Your review helped tremendously. Online retailer can be found fairly easily. One of the bigger names in the electronic business but not a big box store. Not a river in South America either. Hope those hints are enough of a crutch.

[@apratim1919]

Hello there. Great review. Thank you. Any news / idea on Sony allowing two subs with their system? Anyone else here feeling limited?

[@josephvegas3052]

I have the Sony htz9f 3.1 soundbar with sub and rears and I'm still happy with it

[@Lead_Foot]

I've been trying to get the ht-a9 for months now. I don't think it has restocked once this entire year. I really want atmos speakers for my desk and gaming pc and it seems like the only solution that can handle my non home theater style layout.

[@rc0mplex]

Thank you for this excellent review. Since you also praised the Sonos Arc and system in other videos, I'd love to hear your thoughts on Sony HT-A7000 + rears + sub vs the Sonos Arc + rears + sub, especially when it comes to movie watching and dialogue clarity on low volumes in the evening. Thanks!

[@fiscustom5893]

Depends on your tv, with a newer Sony tv the a7 rs3’s sw5 nothings touching it with the 360 mapping it’s unreal. I had the Bose and Sonos setup and returned em both, I’ve had the Sony setup 27 days and I’m not returning it. It’s worth every penny. I plan on getting the rs5’s when available and putting the rs3’s in the bedroom on a A5

[@rc0mplex]

@@fiscustom5893 I tried the HT-a7000 with my A90J but I didn’t love it. The sound effects seem really harsh at moderate volumes with no way to adjust the EQ. I bought the Sonos setup and it’s really nice, sound effects are not harsh, but it seems a bit less detailed than Sony so understanding dialogue on low volumes is a bit more difficult. Night mode does help a lot though.

[@fiscustom5893]

@@rc0mplex you tried the Sony after the 360 update ?

[@rc0mplex]

@@fiscustom5893 Probably not. I tried it in February.

[@eyenmathis4824]

@@fiscustom5893 the bose 900 setup destroys any sony soundbar setup. Just check rtings. Don't know how you could return it

[@andrewj.2061]

@BTheInstaller thank you for yet another great video. Question: I have an 83" LG G2 with a really old soundbar (Yamaha YAS-106 with sub from 2015). I want to upgrade to a great dolby atmos system. Would you recommend one of these Sony's or would you recommend the Arc + Sub + 2 ERA 300s? Atmos surround and clear voices are important to me. I also want to listen to music on the system from time to time

[@charlesprobst791]

A year or so ago I purchased the Sony a80j, an upgrade from the LG we've had for the last four years. I then wanted an atmos system, but unfortunately bought the premium visio system. What a mistake, apparently Sony and Visio do not get along. After a year of getting subpar performance I went to KZbin to review a better option. After watching many reviews I settled on the 7000 with the sw5's for the rear and the sub. My wife was a bit skeptical till we watched the first movie. Wow, I would definitely recommend this setup. I know the nearly $6k price is a bit unsettling for most, but if anyone is like my wife and I, it's worth it. We also have a Sony 4k blu-ray player, but i think I'll swap it out for a ps5. Thanks for your review.

[@telakalsuri3865]

I just got a X90K 85 inch -- A7000, SW5 and RS5's, cant wait, BB installing on 02/21

[@charlesprobst791]

@Telakal Suri yes, it's been a great setup. The 5's are a must. My wife and I use our family room for our viewing, so a bulky component system just wasn't appealing. At nearly a thousand total watts it has the power to bring soundtracks to life.

[@hasanmilad5856]

Thank you for the simple explanation

[@stephentower9640]

Hi, great review. I have just got the Sony HT-A5000 and connected it to my Sony TV and noticed that the sound is very low when playing games on my PS5, is it possible for you to post your settings from the A5000 soundbar? I was trying to work out if the SA-SW3 was any good, but from your review it sounds good enough for my room, thanks

[@craigmettenbrink2982]

I would love a Nakamichi Dragon system. But, since I think I've settled on the Sony A95K TV. (65" is the largest TV appropriate for our living room.) I think it may be best to go with the A7000/SW5/RS5 combination. I love that Sony now integrates the TV speakers into their overall system.

[@ozzie3805]

I'm a dragon owner. One would never believe the sound coming out of that monster is a "soundbar"

[@tropictom5996]

I will be replacing my old Sony system. After watching your video it will not be the HTA9. Haven’t settled on which combo of the other components but most likely the cheaper bar, sub and still waffling on which rears. I don’t have vaulted ceilings and I’m intrigued by additional upfiring speakers on the new rears. Just not sure if it’s worth additional cost.

[@RonGabriel]

Building a house with a 320 square feet media room that’s quite square in shape, would the ht-a9 suit this better? I like the idea of the wall mount versus sitting below the screen

[@frenchy79]

@btheinstaller Great review like always. Santa happened to bring a pair of rs5 today, and I was wondering how you "mounted" them on the wall at ~13.01? Is it just a screw in the wall that you attached the speaker on like I think it is suggested in the manual? Or is it smth else? Thx!

[@timosmith]

I'm currently using a Sonos Arc system with one sub and two rear surrounds. My system periodically unsyncs itself and it takes me about 30 minutes to reconfigure. I like the sound it produces when it's dialed in but I'm considering shifting to the Sony HT A9 with SW5 sub. I'd be curious to get your thoughts if you've heard the Sonos compared to the HT A9.

[@gerardwiesel559]

B- first off thanks for the informative review! Currently I have the A7000/SW5 and a pair of RS3s. They are hooked to a 83A90J. I hooked up the S-center out on the A7000 to the A90J and turned on center channel settings on both. However it doesn’t seem to work as I can’t hear anything out of the TV speakers? Any ideas would be appreciated! Gerry ,

[@joshdimovski4483]

Make sure you have the cable plugged into the right tv socket .

[@randymullins5525]

Great video. Very informative. Can you do one know the new nakamichi full unit. And maybe compare this to that

[@timgilroy8613]

How were you able to get sound modes on the HT-A5000? I have this soundbar and my sound mode setting is greyed out in the menu. It simply says "feature not available"

[@chrisbullock6477]

Just what I was looking for. We recently got the VIZIO Atmos Elevate Soundbar to go with our Vizio OLED tv. Looking for a second one for our bedroom.

[@tanjalappin8332]

Love the show grate Information, house looks beautiful congratulations on the new home.

[@cornerstrike]

I've been waiting weeks for a review of the new SA-RS5. I appreciate you taking the time to compare all 3 primary systems. However, I feel there is one thing you are lacking, which would benefit your future reviews. Your existing layout has ceilings that are just too tall to truly give an accurate review of the speakers. Since these are soundbars and not full-on home theaters, I dare say that many will end up in apartments with average height ceilings of 8-9 ft. This makes a huge difference when it comes to the Atmos effect, which for many is the key selling point to spending this kind of money on a sound system. Perhaps you have a room in your home with a lower ceiling where you can create a dedicated review area? It would make a difference. Just some thoughts. Thanks again for the review! P.S. Many asked about the difference between the RS3 and RS5, but with tall ceilings, I feel that their performance will be similar to your current layout, but for someone with shorter ceilings, the difference will be more pronounced.

[@BTheInstaller]

I did the review in my bedroom with 8ft ceilings.

[@ronniehess2136]

@@BTheInstaller Oh that’s good to know. Were the A9’s in the same room for the comparison?

[@cornerstrike]

@@BTheInstaller I see. You went out of your way to mention and show your tall ceilings, so I assumed. My apologies.

[@Nztytech]

Hey B I have the HTA5000 would you recommend activating the 360 Spatial Audio while watching an Atmos films or any films?

[@wxyz237]

Good and interesting review. You didn't mention music. That is the other side of the centre channel dialogue coin. I assume that soundbars don't present a very wide soundstage when listening to music. We are downsizing to an apartment so need to change my receiver and 5.1 speaker system of a soundbar or HT-A9 set up. So, how did you find music listening in the different systems?

[@tanmamba24]

I have the ht-a7k and sw5 . Sounds great but i will like to get rs5

[@rodhermann7554]

Very informative as always. But I missed the hot assistant.

[@feelgeorge]

Hi another amazing video. I have a question to ask. I have a fancy pendant ceiling lights with 8 bulbs., my question is will ceiling light /fancy hanging ceiling light affect the sounds from bouncing off the ceiling? Will the sound get distorted Thanks

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I got scammed by Youthman. Never thought any of you guys would ever do that especially to a 100% disabled veteran. I truly enjoy your knowledge and appreciate your honesty.

[@Kung_Fu_Kenny]

Awesome, in depth review. I bought the A5000+SW3 to pair with my 55” A80J. Had to return bc it wouldn’t fit between the legs in “soundbar position” 😂

[@michakowalski5941]

That is why I think of A3000

[@damienrobertson2354]

Thats going to a common case. May need to place extra feet to raise it or consider visa mount for tv

[@Kung_Fu_Kenny]

@@damienrobertson2354 I ended up just grabbing the A3000

[@craigwilliams3458]

​@@Kung_Fu_Kennyhow was the a3000 in the end? rtings said it was bad at downmixing atmos and the bass on it's own was non existent. but I don't trust them as they seem to suck up to Samsung and vizio stuff all the time

[@ThePanigma]

I am very impressed with the level of your knowledge and experience. What do you think about the location of the a7000 sound bar above the TV? (There is no space under the TV and when I watch it, it turns at an angle, blocking the ceiling speakers). I would be very grateful for an answer. I got a7000, sw3 and rs5 from amazon, but I didn’t install it, I think😀🙄 Mark.

[@nflorin112]

I to am locking for an answer this question...have I found an answer to it ?

[@flow685]

Great review!! Would like to see you review the Nakimachi 9.2. Earc with two subwoofers. I have the older version 9.2.4 and am back and fourth to see if I want this system or a Sony for my next system.

[@BTheInstaller]

I have heard it's not the cleanest high end sound. But it's got bass. Jonah Matthes has good comparisons.

[@flow685]

@@BTheInstaller yeah I seen his review and I know your a bit simplistic when it comes to all things tech. I’m a huge fan of Jonah Mathis.

[@AbhishekGupta-uu3uy]

it needs a lot of tinkering and wiring and defeats the purpose

[@Wunderpus-photogenicus]

After the Sony soundbar and the Sony rear speakers (RS5) are connected, can the sound volume level on the rear speaker be changed without changing the sound level of the soundbar? In other words, can the sound level of the rear speakers be adjusted individually and independently? Also, can the soundbar remote control be used to turn ON/OFF the soundbar and the rear speakers simultaneously? Thank you!

[@arjunsamuel]

Hello there good videos. 👍🏾 can I ask if you have had any issues with sound dropping with the HT A9

[@sumdaddy27]

When is the sa-rs5 launching? Is the new update available for the A7000? If not, any idea when?

[@videobandit]

@b_the_installer Try turning off the Sound Effects under the Audio settings within the sound bar set up menu. This turns off all the Cinema/Music/etc presets and passes thru the sound unfiltered. I have the HT-Z9F and it was a better sound to me vs. the over processed sound modes. Give it a try and let us know what you think. Thanks

[@woodywoodpecker3643]

@B the installer. Are you able to connect more than one pair of surround speakers, and an extra sub to the A7000 sound bar?

[@vipervr80]

I noticed you have quite a high ceiling, just wondering how did that fare with HT-A9 upfiring speaker performance? How high is your ceiling in the front and back? Thanks

[@10403mike]

Awesome review. Just a question can you add the sony RS5 to HTA9 set up?

[@RollerSkatinActor]

I purchased the Sony X8500 Atmos SB and have an LG C1 55"TV. I'm having trouble assigning the Port (arc) #2 to the TV. And I can't get the HDMI light to light on the SB. The bars only indicator light that's lit is the TV light and the Vertical indicator. Also when I go into the LG's menu, under Sound, the Atmos section is not lit up, even when playing an Atmos vid. It also can connect Bluetooth but Atmos won't work with that connection. Would you have an idea of what I'm missing?

[@claykeough7898]

My ht-a5000 sounds absolutely amazing. Even when I didn't have the rear speakers and sub it sounded so well balanced and less 'tin' than my buddies sonos arc. Now with the other speakers it's insane the perfect surround. I love even when I have it quiet it doesn't just turn into pure treble. It adjusts so Well. 10 out of 10

[@marcspardello1254]

Hi Clay, what other speakers? I have the A5000 for a few years now and I love it.

[@TRUMP_2024_PREZ]

THE A7000 IS EVEN MORE INSANE... WOW ATMOS 3D SUROUND AT IT'S FINEST 100/100 WORTH EVERY PENNY

[@claykeough7898]

@@TRUMP_2024_PREZ yeah since I have the other pieces I thought about selling my a5000 to put towards the a7000 but idk.. I'm pretty much super happy with the 5000 right now

[@TRUMP_2024_PREZ]

@@claykeough7898 BOTH ARE AWESOME AND FUTURE PROOF 🔊🔊

[@claykeough7898]

@@TRUMP_2024_PREZ yeah, that's the thing is I'm getting updates on mine too.. it sounds fantastic no matter what I'm listening to and what volume it's at.

[@duffyqoo1]

For SA SW5, can I make the L speaker and R speaker in different position and angles? And system will calculate the 3D sound mapping? Thanks

[@MrTrentonMakes]

My system A5000-Rs3s-Sa-Sw3 Brandon I see you talk about cinema mode several times in the video, but it’s grayed out on the 5000 is the new software going to enable it with the 360 Spacial audio(it comes out today by the way) or is there another way it is activated. Very pleased with the system overall, only one gripe the HDMI input seems to be temperamental at times, works and doesn’t work at different times, had to plug everything in the TV. great system to pair with any of the Sony OLEDS.

[@nomash1298]

Great comment I have same question also have ht a5000. Thanks

[@jdanto]

Thanks for providing the review. I've been leaning towards the HT-A5000 and the SW3 for my family room. It's not a large space and I just don't like how bulky the A7000 is. One hesitation I have is my TV - I have a Sony X950G. I don't think this is a concern, but this review and a few others I've seen make it seem like the sound is dependent upon the TV. As far as I know, the X950G supports Dolby Atmos and DTS. Is it worth purchasing the A5000 with an older model Sony TV like the X950G? My gut says yes, but I'm worried that I'll purchase the A5000 only to eventually learn that I'm only getting half of the quality out of the A5000 rather than the full effect by having a newer TV. Keep in mind I'm really not looking to purchase a new TV right now. Thanks to anyone who can offer a response.

[@fiscustom5893]

That tv will do fine with either, but if you ever get a newer sony tv with the center channel, not sure if your model does, it works with the hta7 only. For a small room you may only need the soundbar but adding in the rs3’s with the smaller sub would really help or the rs5 rears with upfiring speakers it’s entirely up to you, with the sw5 sub you wont need a new sound system for a long time lol. Thats what I have but my living room is about 24x28 and open into the dining room so I kinda needed the bigger setup. I have the 900 series sony tv still with no center and it works flawless and looks good enough for me but sounds simply amazing…

[@cornerstrike]

Thank you for the excellent comparison. I do have a question. I actually just purchased the A7000, SW3 and RS5s. Was just testing it with Godzilla, which has at Atmos track. This system is way too powerful. At level 58 volume (out of 100) it’s very loud. So a part of me feels that maybe the A5000 is good enough. My question is, the official Sony site does not list Cinema mode as a sound setting for the A5000 (which the A7000 does have). Are you sure the A5000 can be switched to Cinema mode as you shared in the video? Would appreciate a response. Thanks.

[@worldofjc]

Thinking of a similar setup but the RS3s instead of the RS5s. Is the battery a problem or a hassle for you for them RS5s? You also making me think about this A7000 being too loud now lol

[@joshdimovski4483]

Honestly I haven't heard the a5000 not having the cinema mode , I though it was the advanced AE button that it doesn't have 🤔

[@gregorycromwell7516]

@@joshdimovski4483 I have both the 5000 and 7000. The 5000 does not have the ability to play Cinema mode as the 5000 does not have a sound mode function.

[@mikeharris896]

Sad that the HT5000 does not support sound mode. Wish he had not mentioned this feature as this is simply not the case.

[@michael-4k4000]

We love you B! Don’t worry about scams! B is right, keep the HT-A9 speakers spaced out far for best results. Does B still do "B the Consumer"?

[@antonycolverd23]

3 questions -Is there a noticeable difference with the 360 sound mapping update for the a7000? What’s the ‘bubble ‘ like with the rs-3s rears ? And is the 360 spatial sound mapping as good as the a-9? Cheers!

[@ronniehess2136]

I’d also like to know how close the A7000 with the RS5’s are to the A9 in terms of the 360 sound bubble. If it’s negligible, I’ll definitely go with the A7000.

[@antonycolverd23]

@@ronniehess2136 same here , I’ve been waiting for a-9 since October , if it’s as good as the a7000 + update I’ll go for that

[@BTheInstaller]

The A7000 is a bit more front heavy but I love it. The HT-A9 has a great sound field but I don't like it for movie dialog as I feel the The other phantom channels overwhelm the main sound. Dune was not as enjoyable on the Ht-a9 with all the quiet talk. Could hear it perfectly on A7000 but slightly less from rears.

[@ronniehess2136]

@@BTheInstaller So would you say the sound field is different but equally immersive?

[@antonycolverd23]

@@BTheInstaller awesome ! Are the height and phantom speaker effects just as good on the a7000?

[@prajan6806]

On-Screen display is missing in HT-A5000, which tells you what Sound Mode [ATMOS/Dolby Digital/DTS] you are in. I had that option in the model Sony G700 Sound Bar.

[@ericgagne4862]

i have the sony ht-z9f with wireless rear sa-z9r. if you compared with the ht-a7000 with wireless rear sa-rs5, is there a huge difference or should i wait for next gen sony soundbar? thanks

[@MrBrickhouse]

THE A7 REMINDS ME OF THE HTZ9F.

[@reginosantos4218]

Great review!! Can you make one BETWWEN Bose 900 and Sony 5000, 7000 and if have time with ht-a9 too? Thanks!

[@MasterEggroll]

Think im going to return the HT A9 system today and pick up the 7000 with the new rears. They are back in stock at best buy.

[@tripleseven8361]

See my remarks...We had all of that...with big subs and rears and were disappointed...Of course it's a matter of opinion and you may feel differently.

[@salehaljouf]

This is the best video review i found so far, you really covered it all thank you. I was wondering if my sony ht a9 is lacking in some content when it comes to center channel and i do have the sony a90j paired with it as a center but the dialogue sometimes is hard to hear, is it possible to add another speaker to it to handle the dialogue as a center ? I believe you mentioned it is not possible. And advise would be appreciated

[@BTheInstaller]

I tried adding a center with 3.5mm input but the output of the hta9 is not compatible. So that was a waste.

[@salehaljouf]

@@BTheInstaller thank you

[@syafri88]

I already have A80J and A7000 soundbar. Is this system alrrady enough or should i consider imtegrating more? Would adding the SW 3 and RS5 really enhanced the experience? RS5 is really tempting as it is battery powered.

[@fiscustom5893]

Yes, makes a huge difference. I have my sub in the rear of my living room along with the rs5’s and really like it. Kinda must have in my opinion

[@LordMi4hell]

I'm actually running the HT-A5000 mixed with the RS3 Sub but im not able too see the Cinema EQ setting on my Xbr75x900h Sony Bravia TV. Do I have to add the rear speaker to be able to have the option ? And a random question... Is it possible to add a second subwoofer to the HT-A5000(or A7000) ?? That's could be an interresting option to run 2x RS3 :)

[@JoKer-pd7sj]

Heard you loud and clear !

[@tripleseven8361]

Tried a bunch , including the Sony HT-A7000 and the Sonos ARC...Both with subs and surrounds...We settled on the Sony HT-A9...Very happy with our decision! We're also very happy with the 'phantom' center channel dialog...Not sure what you're settings are, but we've found the dialog to be excellent...(LG TV), and certainly far superior to the A7000.

[@AbhishekGupta-uu3uy]

Another reviewer also said he loved the phantom center as sound bar center would pull his eyes down whereas with phantom center he feels sound is coming from behind the TV which keeps eyes on TV

[@AbhishekGupta-uu3uy]

did u try in store? or bought all the systems and returned?

[@tripleseven8361]

@@AbhishekGupta-uu3uy Yeah…I’d agree with that…We’re still very happy with it…We tried every system at home…We would have kept the SONOS, (including the sub and surrounds), if it had been compatible with DTS…Then we thought that the A7000, (with sub) was the ticket…The build quality of the A7000 was great, but the sound stage was disappointing. The A9 has been excellent!

[@AbhishekGupta-uu3uy]

@@tripleseven8361 i think this reviewer is harsh on sony A9 for a reason .. it will shrink his market of getting home theatre setup gigs

[@MasterEggroll]

​@@AbhishekGupta-uu3uy nah the phantom center sucks. the a9 is better than the 7000 bar alone. But adding the rears you get almost the same sound bubble. That is the only down fall of the A9. it cannot handle sound that great for the center channel. if anyone tells you the phatom center is better or the same as a dedicated center they have no clue what they're talking about, haha.

[@russellmayer1501]

I have a samsung q950t. 9.1.4 system. Overall I'm satisfied enough not to spend any more money on a better system. I think a real surround sound with receiver with ceiling speakers would be the next step for me but I don't want to spend any more money. Wish the q950t had a more polished app and overall experience. The sub crackle is annoying but most times fixed with changing sub channel.

[@jamesfinnegan3154]

Thanks for the information. Do you think the SW3 is good enough for a living room that is about 600 square feet?

[@Sansie]

worth upgrading the sa-rs3 to the sa-rs5? (paired with the a7000 and sw5)

[@louismatherne6808]

I'm still waiting for my HT-A9 with SA-SW5 to arrive. Ordered end of November. 😞 I'll be pairing it with a 83" Sony A90J. I'm hoping the A90J works as a center channel but most reviews are preparing me to be disappointed. On top of which, I've currently got a very dynamic surround audio system with dedicated subsonic subwoofers. I'm sure the Sony won't compare but I'll be happy if it keeps me in the ball park. The current system takes up a lot of space and we (my wife particularly) like how this fits in the room. We'll see...soon I hope.

[@BTheInstaller]

The TV as center struggles. They need a 5th speaker for that system.

[@louismatherne6808]

@@BTheInstaller That would be ideal. Perhaps they’ll add as an upgrade

[@abahlawan]

Hello, i have the HT-A7000 along with SA-RS3 speakers & SA-SW5 connected to My Sony A90J TV, the system is incredible, but i have a problem and i did lot of troubleshooting but still facing the same issue, whenever i switch the TV on, i have to go to sound options and switch the eARC option to OFF then switch back to AUTO inside TV sound options to have the soundbar works, what might the problem be? Knowing i had an LG soundbar prior buying this system and it was working normally. Another question please, can i connect SA-RS3 & SA-RS5 to the soundbar at the same time? Thanks and I appreciate your response

[@jaseebshajahan9999]

Connecting same time is not possible.

[@desislaf]

Was waiting for this video to decide either keep or return A7000 and get A9.

[@dharmasx2]

What is your decision?

[@desislaf]

@@dharmasx2 to keep my A7000 & SW5 and add RS3 or RS5. I really like how A7000's center channel sounds so I dont really want to lose that. (I have X95J and it sucks as a center channel)

[@elizerq]

Are you gonna upload a video testing out the SA-RS5 speakers

[@pepboyzero]

So getting the center channel on Sony tv to work, it has to be the J models, not even the H models? Thanks

[@barunasissarkar6175]

Do you suggest any rear speakers for Sony Z9F other than SA Z9R as the same are unavailable in the Market?

[@MrApostolicman]

I own the Sony 77 A80j I wanted to get the Samsung hw-Q990B sound bar system but found out about not being able to connect to Sony screen speakers. Does it really matter? It’s between the Sony a7000 vs Samsung q990b. What do you recommend?

[@Chochocachoo]

Do you have a video of you mounting your a9 system? Trying to find a tutorial on how to mount them.

[@supershree]

Is it advisable to add the SA RS5 to my existing HT-A7000- SA-SW5 and SA -RS3S combination that I have? I mean can additional SA RS5 be added to add more punch and is this feasible? Needs tips on placement, software updates and more detailed review on SA-RS5

[@ARIN4UK]

RS5s will replace the RS3s they can’t be used together.

[@JohnT3587]

When will the Sony SA-RS5’s become available in the states?