Immersive sound output for movies, music and games, Detailed channel separation, Very good virtual surround sound effects, eARC support with HDMI 2.1 passthrough, Speakers adjust to your room setup and can be placed asymmetrically
No optical or 3.5mm input, White colour speakers can get dirty easily
The Sony HT-A9 is aimed at those that don't have the dedicated space for a soundbar below their TV or don't have the space to symmetrically place speakers around their room. Placing the speakers at odd positions around the room in fact works in the system...
Abstract: Despite my love for the game, I have not been able to watch as much tennis as I would have liked. However, this Sunday was different and I was lucky enough to have witnessed one of the biggest comebacks in Australian Open history when Rafael Nadal fought...
Wireless speakers, Surprisingly immersive sound, Wider front soundstage than is achievable with soundbars, Extremely easy to use and set up, ARC worked flawlessly with the rest of my system, Sound Field Optimisation permits a degree of calibration
Bass limited to the point where, for many users, a subwoofer should be regarded as essential, Can sound boxy at higher listening levels, Centre image is sometimes vague
Abstract: Appearances can be deceiving. Much like Oscar Isaac in Moon Knight, Sony's HT-A9 looks relatively unassuming, even retro. But much like Marvel's latest superhero, in full flight it transforms into something altogether more formidable.Comprising a quartet...
Published: 2021-12-06, Author: Abbas , review by: techradar.com
Immersive audio sounds great, Supports all kinds of audio technologies, Wireless communication between speakers and base unit
Expensive compared to buying a soundbar, Doesn't come with a subwoofer, Doesn't work well with high or vaulted ceilings
The Sony HT-A9 is perfectly placed for someone looking for a better sound solution than a soundbar, but who isn't quite ready to invest in a full-fledged home theatre system. The wireless communication between the speakers and the base unit works flawless...
Published: 2021-11-22, Author: What , review by: whathifi.com
Not fussy about positioning, Entertaining, detailed, cinematic, Strong feature set,
The additional sub is pricey, Slightly bright with stereo music, Appearance is a bit bland,
Sony's HT-A9 speaker system offers immersive home cinema sound without pretension, successfully combining the ease and streaming features of a soundbar with the consistency and immersion of a traditional surround package. This is an accessible and generou...
Abstract: Did half an hour of experiencing what the HT-A9 has to offer convince me of its surround sound prowess? Read on for my initial impressions and everything you need to know about Sony’s new home theatre speaker setup.Preorder now from SonyThe Sony HT-A9 wil...
Convincing dome of sound, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support, DSEE Extreme audio upscaling, Easy setup
More expensive than most soundbars, Not suitable for very small homes
While we haven't spent enough time with the Sony HT-A9 Home Theater System to give a definitive verdict, what we've seen (and heard) so far is very impressive indeed. Using clever sound optimization and psychoacoustic techniques, the system consists of wi...
Ad:Sony HT-A9 is a unique product on the market and it is surprising that other companies have not made something similar. Sonos would be the first brand that comes to mind. HT-A9 is not the best Dolby Atmos system in its price class but what it lacks in...
