Sony HT-S40R Soundbar Home Theatre System - Is it that good?

[@rameshchotrani7075]

Hi thanks just bought this soundbar need to know how to adjust rear speakers volume thanks

[@Steve30x]

I had the lower model of that soundbar the S20R There's a few problems with that system. First of all all the connections are on the subwoofer. Then there's the fact the soundbar doesn't support any form of DTS. If you put DTS audio through it you will not get any sound Another problem is the subwoofer is low with very little bass and when you increase the bass at a certain level it also increases mid range frequencies through the subwoofer and vocals are heard in the subwoofer too. Also the speaker badly needs tweeters. The high frequencies are almost non existent. But the surround sound is really good with the system.

[@yen-fuou8525]

Talking about the pros and cons of Dolby Atmos and Dolby Audio helps, I just bought this set, I quite enjoy it

[@KimSmith-o7g]

Hi, hope you can please help.After set up i have a problem with the rear speakers.They are not working for the sound effects & music only.They are working all the time exacty like the sound bar with voices ect but no as loud.Thanks

[@rohin_80]

Should have mounted it bit high almost 5 ft from the ground facing towards ur ears with the help of 360 wall mount rear speaker brackets…it does enhance the audio to another level.

[@LeJazzfan]

Thanks, mate! Appreciate your telling us about the cables and installation. This shows me that it isn't what I'm looking for. You saved me from buying the wrong product!

[@TrendingReviews]

Glad I could help either way!

[@kelj4517]

I just purchased this home theater system last week from Walmart on clearance! I only paid $200!

[@3elawi]

best review I’ve seen all day. thank you

[@aux1z11]

I just ordered this and sure it's better than just the TV speakers

[@usables4028]

What's your thoughts about it? Did you get it yet?

[@aux1z11]

@@usables4028 yeah it's still in the box till probly this weekend when I swap out the tv,s

[@Moccalocca100]

@@aux1z11 Lemme know the sound quality pleas

[@Moccalocca100]

@YME I bought them and returned them after 2 days. The subwoofer is good but the soundbar is super small and bad quality and the rear speakers you cant even hear them. I bought a samsung q930b. Its much better

[@datdus5524]

​@@Moccalocca100 i hope that for twice the price

[@micheclb]

Hey all, I bought this S40R couple of months ago but I am really disappointed about the audio. Some frequences, like dialogues or even the PS5 homepage music, gets heavily distorted...anyone had the same problem (and related solution?)

[@Bullseye919191]

Thanks for the video, just bought this on sale. I have a big livingroom too so i have been suffering with the TV speakers for a while

[@АлексейКолядин-ж4о]

Hello. Please tell me if it is possible to use an external decoder such as Dolby atmos via toslink. Thanks

[@mulengachipilingu5556]

Can't get that deep bass I want. If U are using the s40r kindly help me with those settings.

[@ReptilianAnusWizzard]

Are there options to put the rear speakers on if playing music? And will they work with youtube videos?

[@Operatorzer04]

Hi, will the 5.1 function/work as surround even when connected through Bluetooth only?

[@michaeltalbot2381]

This is a really good review, I've been shopping around for a soundbar to go with my Sony bravia. Your review was clear and concise, telling me everything I need to know. Thank you

[@TrendingReviews]

Awesome, thank you!

[@radioactivegamer564]

@@TrendingReviews Can i Lay the sunwoofer on the side? pls answer 🙏

[@vagpap85]

i have the same TV and want to buy this surround system, what's your impressions so far?

[@michaeltalbot2381]

@vagpap85 I'm very happy with it, the sound quality is great. I tested it out playing the Man Of Steel soundtrack, which really gave the speakers and sub a workout. But there was no distortion whatsoever. Its very easy to set up and use as well.

[@MathieuVandamme1999]

Hello Does it turns on with TV at once via Bluetooth connection?

[@MinhVo-mx4dr]

Love your review! I could see how those 2 sub speakers work! Thank you !

[@LexDreyer]

Is this better then logitech z906 for gaming/music/movies because I want to pick on but I don't know which..

[@siyeh6504]

Also looking looking for something similar to the Z906 experience, nothing less. So far having a hard time finding one that isn't expensive

[@CZokoMariusz]

it is not, z906 is better, but rear speakers are on cable, for me for example that's a minus, i dont want to run cables on walls and celling

[@AbhishekRajawat13]

Is it worth to buy in 2023 oct. Is there any other option in this price segment

[@Noahp1604]

does that subwoofer have to be on the ground? i can only provide a place on my tv-wall-unit.

[@sitamgpaul5218]

Hi I've a question. Can we add one more subwoofer on this thing or not? I'll be waiting for your response. Thanks.

[@TrendingReviews]

Hi. I'm not 100% sure but my best guess is that this won't be possible. Could be worth dropping Sony a support message and seeing if it can be done?

[@MrAlexmorrissey]

so the rear speakers don't play along side with the sounder its just for the extra noises? :(

[@benterry28]

That’s how 5.1 sound always worked. Its surround sound, not just stereo with extra speakers

[@CZokoMariusz]

there is a mode called "multi speaker" that makes rear speakers play along side, just read manual

[@CZokoMariusz]

it makes 5.1 like extended 2.1, but i wouldnt recommend turning it on unless you are watching some youtube without 5.1 sound

[@slater140778]

Does the sub woofer vibrate the floor? My old LG one did and it was amazing

[@TrendingReviews]

Yeah if it sits on the floor, then I guess it would vibrate it a bit

[@larchielad]

How is it for handling low dialogue in movies is there like a voice clarity setting on it? And how is it without rear speakers?

[@TrendingReviews]

There is a dialogue button the remote to make the vocals sound clearer, and you can also cycle through different audio modes to match whatever content you watch. I watch everything with the rear speakers and I just love when they shift the background noises to one of the rear speakers, because it really makes it sound like a cinema surround sound audio!

[@Gungrave123]

I cannot make 5.1 working at any circumstances. Test tone works fine, which proves that the speakers are not faulty, but it will simply not play surround sound, regardless of source - PC, 2 consoles, etc, tested with every possible combination of cables and settings. For me, its simply false advertising.

[@sjalmeha]

How long is the cables on the rear speakers and does the receiver has to be in a line of sight of the subwoofer?

[@timonpalma3615]

can you connect a bass shaker to the receiver?

[@pxl666]

had this set for a day or two . cheap but sound is weak ... better than tv speakers anyway ... what surprises me most is the lack of high tones ...

[@pxl666]

hey did you download sample files or did you play them from YT ? how atmos sounds on this ? does the soundbar have settings for room adjustment ? thanks for sharing your experience !

[@MrSolidBlakeGaming]

Looks like a Tech demo from the store.

[@MrFatmac87]

Atmos won't pass through on this it can't support its bandwidth or coding

[@violatorsbeware4238]

Can this soundbar be mounted on top or under my wall mounted swivel 75 in tv?

[@TrendingReviews]

Yep, the bar comes with mounting screws for you to put up onto a wall however you wish.

[@RanaFromHaryana1]

Sony HR-S20R Or HT-S40R Witch Is Better In Bass & Clear Voice Witch One I choose

[@mateimihaltan9979]

Hi mate, can you please tell me what's the name of the preamp thing?

[@shaheershukri]

does the speaker support Bluetooth microphone?

[@5hrikebg]

Is it possible to connect the tv set using HDMI and a pc using the optical cable? Could it reproduce sound simultaniously from both sources?

[@cliffselects966]

Hi there.... Thanks for the review... If the TV has Dolby Atmos integrated within, do we get the Atmos effect through this sound system, through ARC?

[@TrendingReviews]

Hi - no unfortunately that wouldn't work - Dolby Atmos can't be transferred onto devices that don't support a Dolby Atmos output.

[@TheFounderUtopia]

​@@TrendingReviewsThat's not what he asked. He's asking if THIS device is capable of atmos when used on an atmos enabled TV.

[@kelvinramba9000]

Does it support party connect?

[@harrypotel]

Is it ok if the rear speakers are far away? Because I have the table behind the couch and I want to put then far away from the couch so I can put them behind the table

[@defender875]

Do the rear speakers need to be connected with audio cables? Aren't they wireless?

[@TrendingReviews]

They're wireless so no audio cables needed for rear speakers. Just the power cable to keep them connected

[@defender875]

@@TrendingReviews mhh... Ok, i understand. Thank you for reply me.

[@deserttechyvids3982]

is there an option to listen either rear or front speakers only just like other brands?

[@TrendingReviews]

Not that I know of. I don't think this one can do that

[@taylor_made86]

Great review, thanks 😁. Liked!

[@jason-sy8lq]

Hi just watching your video on the Sony home cinema surround sound does this work with SkyQ connected to the telly please could you let me know thank you

[@TrendingReviews]

Yep, I use with Sky Q and In-built TV apps.

[@jason-sy8lq]

@@TrendingReviews thank you

[@jason-sy8lq]

Hi thanks for your reply what is your best recommendation to connect to tv HDMI or optical fibre great videos by the way very helpful

[@MrBrudnywieprz]

Hey mate, can u tell me if there is an option to force 5.1 sound on videos that are typical stereo ? f.e I got Battle of Midway from 1976 and it's stereo sound and I would like to watch it in 5.1. Thanks in advance !

[@TrendingReviews]

Hello! I don't think the system allows the option to force 5.1 unfortunately - I've looked everywhere and can't see that capability. Sorry!

[@vijaymohaniyer]

Going to go for this one after watching your review

[@theaazziz]

Bro if the you have 5.1 surround the sound voice in a movie should only be here in center speaker right?

[@CZokoMariusz]

if audio in movie was made that way then yes

[@moro777greatnepal2]

Can we buy the remote for it

[@Anthony-nv5ql]

Is HDMI an audio output? I thought it would be to extract the audio from the HDMI as an input. I have a NUC (mini PC) without optical output so I was looking for a 5.1 system with HDMI input.

[@tytds]

how loud can the rear speakers go and what is the quality? I Was thinking of placing them by the end of my living room, far behind the couch

[@TrendingReviews]

The rear speakers are not that loud, because they are made for the light background noises of the 5.1 Channel audio. I don't think there is a way to adjust them either - but if you sit next to them where they are visible, then you can hear good surround sound, otherwise if they are hidden behind the couch, you might not be able to hear them

[@tytds]

@@TrendingReviews alright. Samsung sells individual wireless rear speakers but need to be wired to the wireless receiver. Those would work better right?

[@anthonyjohnson7537]

How long is the wiring from the sub to the sound bar ? Thanks for the review

[@HarjinderSingh-ie7hk]

10 feet

[@alexabdulkader7423]

Means the Rear speaker do not work if the Audio is in stereo???

[@CZokoMariusz]

that's how 5.1 works, but you can turn on a mode that will clone front sound to rear

[@bivak7824]

Is there a way to add more speakers to this exact system?

[@crescentfaruq7056]

no

[@Tkid33]

Hey I just bought this and the same sound is coming out of each speaker how do I change it

[@Tkid33]

Like I done a sound test on KZbin and sound from the Front right speaker is also coming out the back right

[@georgiminchev9433]

What is the best HDMI cable for this my tv is Sony a83k 65inch

[@shahram2447]

I enjoyed your review, good job 👏

[@JojiN-xv9ld]

Thanks for insightful explanation. Taking notes. ❤

[@cliffordmanguiob8549]

Is Sony Soundbar compatible with TV that are not Sony for example TCL brands?

[@jojomayday3080]

Compatible

[@Gamyv]

Iam searching this type of explanation about connection and explanation of soundbar with satellite speakers connection ❤❤

[@yannisthomas72]

Thank you for this video. You helped me much decide to buy it. Two questions; 1. I have a LG TV (not smart TV). Will this soundbar system be easily connected with just an HDMI cable? 2. If I want to watch a movie from a DVD, how can this be done? I also have a SONY Blue Ray player. Can I connect both the Blue Ray player and the Soundbar System at the same time on the TV, so the sound of the DVD movie can be played by the Soundbar System? Thank you again.

[@usables4028]

Thank you for info about difference between dolby atmos and audio. Great video!

[@ysnytm]

hey. can we play dolby digital surround 5.1 (for netflix) whit tv-bluetooth connection? Because i dont want a use any cable.

[@TrendingReviews]

Yes, you can - but just remember if you use Bluetooth, you may have some latency with audio syncing with the video.

[@anderson_lombardo]

Great review. I've just purchased one. Tks 👍🏽

[@kelvinramba9000]

Does this sony soundbar have a thunderous bass ?

[@naberojp1337]

ey bro, the inalambric (wireless amplifier) must works?, cuz mine that isn't sound, but the twitter, boffer, barrer sound do, so im confus

[@Cloud-ix8xu]

Please tell me about, How much inches is your TV ? TV or projector good for to watch movie ?

[@attilaandrasik]

Hey, is the Sony home theater speaker set compatible with Samsung TV?

[@theresamitchell101]

my speakers cord has a shortage in it where can i just buy the speakers not the whole system

[@pankajchandrasekaran]

Friend , can you suggest me a Sony TV 4K 43in with a smooth refresh rate. ? Thanks

[@randomguy36j98]

mate thank you very much for your detailed and helpful review, thank you thank you thank you, helped me to decide to buy this withoutu hesitation

[@TrendingReviews]

You're very welcome, thank you!!

[@jason-sy8lq]

Thanks for the reply what is your best recommendation to connect speaker system to TV HDMI or optical fibre great video by the way

[@TrendingReviews]

Definitely recommend via HDMI, so that you can use our TV remote to control the audio at the same time, and sounds as equally as good.

[@alexpatru9326]

How is the bass feeling?

[@rahulozarde9892]

Can we connect Sony blueray player with this?

[@martynmasters86]

How long is the cable from sound bar to sub please ?

[@macburninman17]

I'm looking for a good sony speaker system for my sony bravia tv to enjoy the best gaming experience on ps5. Any recommendations?

[@abasil22]

Ciao, vorrei acquistare una soundbar Samsung HW-Q600C/ZF per audio casalingo ma potente, per uso cinematografico. Purtroppo per questioni di spazio posso mettere solo un impianto frontale, questa soundbar e sub Samsung va bene? dato che l'audio integrato della tv Cristal UHD è orribile, gracchia, fischia troppo a volte e distorce con zero bassi, grazie in anticipo. PS la tv è economica, è una semplicissima tv led di qualità media, (AU7092)questo influisce sulla qualità dell'audio che riproduce, e soprattutto nella modalità q Symphony dato che l'audio interno del tv gracchia? Grazie ancora e spero in riscontro

[@lidiogranata6500]

Ciao, c'è un modo per farlo funzionare con Alexa? Grazie...

[@PegasusDroneMedia]

I’ve just bought this product. Set it up and sound comes out of the rear speakers all the time. In your video you state they should only work when sound in a movie for example they then kick in when rear sound like a car comes from behind. What has happened for the speakers to work constantly? Many thanks.

[@TrendingReviews]

Is the sound you get pretty Loud with all the dialogue and the whole show/movie playing from it? In some cases it will do very light constant sound if the content isn't shot in 5.1 audio

[@PegasusDroneMedia]

@@TrendingReviews Thanks for the reply. Slight sound coming out of the rear speakers all the time, even if it is shot in 5.1. It's not loud but always there, dosent sound like a car coming from rear or gun fire, that sort of thing, so is this correct, my old pioneer 5.1 played no sound unless it was designed to, unfortunately the pioneer gave up the ghost on monday so after watching your review decided to go with the S40. Not sure it was a good move unless I can sort this issue.

[@brynear]

Thank you for the thorough review, am looking to buy either this or the H-S500RF

[@MS7.7]

I'm on the same fence. Which one did you get?

[@leaderX999]

S40r look so bad, better go with 500rf

[@loganeldred9353]

Halo,, does this sound bar have a deep base

[@TrendingReviews]

Yep, I would say it does :)

[@christianbacay2359]

What's the inches of subwoofer cone?

[@TrendingReviews]

End to End, the part Sub Cone is 6" in length. The hole of the cone is 2.7" Hope that helps!

[@tamas.u]

Is this better than a TV's 6 speakers dolby atmos built in Speakers?

[@TheJusto112]

Am using this sound bar with a hisence tv. The problem is when am switching on the tv, the sound bar doesn't pick up the sound automatically. Until i swith it off and on that is when it functions. Any remedy mayb?

[@DankAlien2580]

Connect to TV with HDMI. Both should turn on together with your tv remote because this soundbar supports HDMI arc

[@dlandzna]

is this DOLBY ATMOS Compatible?

[@TrendingReviews]

Unfortunately not

[@oliverbaylo7836]

So if I was too use it with my Xbox would audio play out of all speakers

[@TrendingReviews]

Yep, it should

[@MiguelMartinez-op7cw]

Hi, i bought this and the subwoofer doesnt work. It works with all the conections and Bluetooth but it doesnt sound. Anybody have this problem?

[@KabegasReviews]

Thanks man, great review. Good video. Got mine ordered, looking forward to it now. 👍🏻

[@TrendingReviews]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@allinone6036]

Great 👍 video. What about deep bass for music ?

[@Noahp1604]

on lvl max it is okay. in my opinion, it is awesome for movies, but slightly above average in conditions of music.

[@jayshah1086]

how much RMS watt is Sub Woofer ?

[@jojomayday3080]

600w

[@skinny4]

I just purchased this and I need help making the surround speakers, the little ones, louder. They are on but not putting out much sound. Kind of ruining us around experience

[@CZokoMariusz]

jeez, just read manual, there is hole page how to do that

[@skinny4]

@ "whole" first off. And it turned out they were defective just like you

[@CZokoMariusz]

@@skinny4 lmao, "W" didnt work for a sec on my keyboard and u trying to prove something

[@CZokoMariusz]

@@skinny4 lmao, got one letter missing and u think u proved something. how old are you? I used to correct people when i was like 15

[@skinny4]

@@CZokoMariusz I am better than you that's why

[@AnishShanbhag]

What about s500rf ??

[@csigusz5987]

Great video test, thx, what the good this: JBL Bar 300 or this sony ht-s40r?

[@cherians3309]

Sometimes it feels like the tv speakers are actually louder than the sound system. But not when I play Bluetooth or a usb. Although it feels more surround sound I’d like to have the audio setup to be louder than the actual tv speakers. Does anybody know a way to achieve this?

[@tirupatichowki3679]

hello sir i had i7pc with Nvidia Graphic card & it has only 1 HDMI Port.. & My Moniter also had only 1 Port..& i Purchased Sony HT S40R 5.1 Home Theater. So i just want to ask u.. which Splitter or Adopter need i used to for best sound. so plzz send me a Product link

[@LigmaAlex]

Use AUX?!

[@tirupatichowki3679]

@@LigmaAlex thank you for reply sir par aux me 5.1 surround sound nhi aata

[@nsh6694]

In mine, when I take the sound output from HDMI ARC, the sound does not come out from the rear speakers. Can anyone help me? Also, when I use Bluetooth, I don't have this problem.

[@hithere5768]

Thanks for the review

[@Titoo126]

Very helpful video. Thanks

[@masterq89]

great explanantion on atmos vs surround.

[@Exion.i9]

Hey Man My Amplifier not connecting always blinking Red Help me out pls :(

[@LegendsXXboy]

Hi it is a very nice video! Can you change the volume of the bass ?

[@TrendingReviews]

Thank you - and yep, you can!

[@sampathmarine5912]

Hi can you please help me out which one is best soundbar ZEBRONICS Zeb-Juke BAR 9500WS PRO Dolby 5.1 soundbar with Wireless Satellites vs Sony HT-S40R .?

[@anujkap91]

I too have same question but with zebronics 9750 model... Did you get the Sony or zebronics btw?

[@sampathmarine5912]

@@anujkap91 i bought zeb juke 9500ws. sound is good but not as sony.

[@Cybals1]

Hello, I have read in several places that this model has a problem, such as that the surround sound speakers distort due to an apparent connectivity problem with the sub woofer, has that happened to you?

[@ZamaZwane-n9d]

I do agree with you 😢