Sony
BRAVIA Theater Bar 9
Best premium sound for immersive home cinema enthusiasts.
Experience cinematic sound with the Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9. This flagship soundbar delivers an immersive 5.0.2 channel surround sound, powered by 13 built-in speakers and 585 watts of amplification. Its advanced processing creates a vast soundstage, simulating phantom speakers for a truly enveloping audio experience. Enjoy seamless integration with BRAVIA TVs, high-resolution audio support, and versatile music streaming options. Elevate your home theater with powerful, room-filling sound and intelligent audio calibration.
$1299.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
4261
/ 6561
#4261 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
-11%
Below average
Dimensions
51.252.634.44
/ "W x "H x "D
Who it's for
- Home theater enthusiasts wanting immersive audio without multiple discrete rear speakers.
- Sony BRAVIA TV owners desiring a cohesive and enhanced audio-visual setup.
- Audiophiles prioritizing high-fidelity sound from a sleek, integrated soundbar solution.
Who should skip it
- Budget-minded shoppers or those seeking more affordable home audio solutions.
- Bass lovers expecting powerful low-end performance directly from the soundbar alone.
- Non-Sony TV owners unable to fully utilize its unique integration features.
Key Specs
Dimensions
51.25"W x 2.63"H x 4.44"D
Weight
12.3 lbs
Power Output
585W
Channels
5.0.2
Drivers
13
Connectivity
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2
HDMI
1 Input, 1 Output (eARC/ARC)
Video Pass-through
8K
Features
- Immersive 360 Spatial Sound Mapping for cinema-like audio
- Automatic sound calibration optimizes acoustics for your room
- Seamless integration and control with BRAVIA TVs
- Supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and IMAX Enhanced formats
- Wireless music streaming via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and AirPlay 2
- High-resolution audio playback and music upscaling
- Expandable system with wireless subwoofers and rear speakers
- Control via BRAVIA Connect smartphone app
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 for its exceptional sound quality and sophisticated design. Many highlight the immersive audio experience, noting how the soundbar transforms their living space into a true home theater. The clarity of dialogue and powerful bass are frequently mentioned as standout features. Its sleek aesthetic and seamless integration with modern entertainment setups also receive high marks, contributing to a premium feel. While the price point is noted, the overall consensus points to a highly satisfying audio upgrade for discerning users.
Know before you buy
The system uses the 13 built-in speakers to create multiple 'phantom' speakers throughout your room. By bouncing sound off your walls and ceiling, it creates a wide, immersive soundstage that makes it feel like you are surrounded by more speakers than you actually have.
No, the soundbar works with any TV that has an HDMI eARC or ARC port. However, pairing it with a compatible Sony BRAVIA TV unlocks exclusive features like Acoustic Center Sync, which uses your TV's speakers as an additional center channel for clearer dialogue.
Yes, it is fully equipped for modern gaming. It supports 4K120, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) via HDMI 2.1, ensuring your gaming experience remains smooth and responsive without sacrificing audio quality.
Not at all. The soundbar features automatic room calibration that analyzes your space's acoustics and adjusts the audio output accordingly. This ensures you get the best possible sound profile for your specific room layout without needing to adjust settings manually.
Absolutely. It supports high-resolution audio formats and offers seamless wireless streaming through Spotify Connect, Apple AirPlay 2, and Bluetooth. It is also compatible with 360 Reality Audio for a more spatial, studio-like music experience.
The soundbar measures 51.25 inches wide and 2.63 inches high. It is designed to be low-profile, but you should measure the space between your TV stand legs or the height of your TV's bottom bezel to ensure it doesn't obstruct your view.
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