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

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

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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!

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@Sabundy 2 жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@TheManTW1708 Жыл бұрын

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

@Lucidfpv 10 ай бұрын

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

@michael-4k4000 4 ай бұрын

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....

@sunnysuravarapu 6 ай бұрын

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 🔥

@digitaltheatre7000 2 жыл бұрын

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

@JL-ku7wo 2 жыл бұрын

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

@skaterspwn 5 ай бұрын

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

@pickuplineoftheday Жыл бұрын

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

@neilfox2401 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@Zoranurai13 2 жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@kosekjm 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@andrewgirard8446 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

which is best ..ht a9 or ht a7000

@AbhishekGupta-uu3uy Жыл бұрын

@@lakshmisrinivas8194 watch the video again

@rohin3936 Жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

I'm interested too…

@privateuser9303 Жыл бұрын

killer review dude answered all of my questions!

@DarkKnight-gw4gw 2 жыл бұрын

Great video with very good comparisons and recommendations!

@mrCetus 2 жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Did you end up with one of the Sony systems ?

@irambler4791 Жыл бұрын

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

@joshdimovski4483 Жыл бұрын

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 👍🙂

@emiliotarango3536 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Going with the A7000 + Sub + Speakers

@joelongoria9058 Жыл бұрын

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.

@profitfever Жыл бұрын

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

@4eversabi 11 ай бұрын

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 11 ай бұрын

@@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..

@bjornhughes8174 Жыл бұрын

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.

@al-muntaseral-ramadneh8936 2 жыл бұрын

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??

@rorywhipple1985 2 жыл бұрын

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

@PatrickNolte 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@PatrickNolte 2 жыл бұрын

@@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 2 жыл бұрын

@@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 2 жыл бұрын

@@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 2 жыл бұрын

@@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.

@craigosterberg5045 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review and comparisons.

@josephvegas3052 11 ай бұрын

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

@TRUMP_2024_PREZ Жыл бұрын

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

@TRUMP_2024_PREZ Жыл бұрын

VERY IMPRESSIVE SUBWOOFERS 🔊😃

@jackrichards1703 2 жыл бұрын

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

@brianpecchia3832 2 жыл бұрын

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?

@apratim1919 Жыл бұрын

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

@drvenkatramanarao3242 Жыл бұрын

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

@Lead_Foot 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@andrewj.2061 6 ай бұрын

@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

@j35dpe 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome review big thanks!

@RonGabriel Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

@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!

@stephentower9640 Жыл бұрын

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

@darreny2433 5 ай бұрын

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.

@michigantoga 8 ай бұрын

HTA7000, SW5 & SARS5 setup is the best!

@arjunsamuel 2 жыл бұрын

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

@rc0mplex 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

@@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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@rc0mplex 2 жыл бұрын

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

@eyenmathis4824 Жыл бұрын

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

@nomadchad8243 7 ай бұрын

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.

@tanjalappin8332 Жыл бұрын

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@hasanmilad5856 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for the simple explanation

@feelgeorge 2 жыл бұрын

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

@10403mike 5 ай бұрын

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

@randymullins5525 2 жыл бұрын

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

@skydancerforever Жыл бұрын

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.

@timgilroy8613 Жыл бұрын

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"

@rodhermann7554 Жыл бұрын

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

@gerardwiesel559 2 жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@Vamo_Alla 2 жыл бұрын

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

@Justmeandmy20cents 3 ай бұрын

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$.

@timosmith Жыл бұрын

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.

@tanmamba24 2 жыл бұрын

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

@Nztytech 2 жыл бұрын

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

@wxyz237 6 ай бұрын

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?

@craigmettenbrink2982 11 ай бұрын

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 5 ай бұрын

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

@tropictom5996 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@chrisbullock6477 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@sumdaddy27 2 жыл бұрын

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

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@jamesfinnegan3154 4 ай бұрын

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

@ThePanigma 2 жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@john232235 2 жыл бұрын

Has anyone notice any significant improvements with the new firmware update for the Sony HT A7000 ?

@fiscustom5893 Жыл бұрын

Yes, seems like every time it updates it sounds better. I use to use 35 as a normal every day volume but now i have to keep it down between 20-25. 360 spacial is ridiculous my dog looks around like wtf?

@vipervr80 2 жыл бұрын

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

@duffyqoo1 Жыл бұрын

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

@woodywoodpecker3643 2 жыл бұрын

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

@videobandit 2 жыл бұрын

@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

@mightGalaxyBlackhole 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, great video. I got a question, is it possible to wirelessly connect SA-RS3S as back speakers, connect SA-SW3 wirelessly, and also connect a wired center channel speaker in AN1000 Sony receiver model?

@ericgagne4862 Жыл бұрын

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

@Wunderpus-photogenicus Жыл бұрын

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!

@saifmo3259 11 ай бұрын

Well said bro, help me to understand which system is right for ur home room set up.

@MrTrentonMakes 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 ай бұрын

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

@Sansie 2 жыл бұрын

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

@tropictom5996 Жыл бұрын

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.

@cornerstrike 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@ronniehess2136 2 жыл бұрын

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

@cornerstrike 2 жыл бұрын

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

@TheRedsuper1 11 ай бұрын

Just picked up th A7000 for $999 & sw5 for $399, and ordered rs5 for $499 at Bestbuy on sale.

@prajan6806 5 ай бұрын

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.

@vikrantl1824 Жыл бұрын

Guru, could you please comment in the Dolby features when connected to a 2016 4k TV with ARC, 2020 with no XR and 2021 TV with XR??

@Max-wh7nz Жыл бұрын

Is Cinema sound mode also good for gaming? It sounds like that mode is the best in general.

@charlesprobst791 Жыл бұрын

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 KZfaq 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 Жыл бұрын

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

@charlesprobst791 Жыл бұрын

@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.

@MrBrickhouse 2 жыл бұрын

THE A7 REMINDS ME OF THE HTZ9F.

@flow685 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@flow685 2 жыл бұрын

@@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 Жыл бұрын

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

@frankconte264 Жыл бұрын

Are you able to hard wire an existing sub to the 7000

@RollerSkatinActor 2 жыл бұрын

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?

@barunasissarkar6175 Жыл бұрын

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

@Franksmediaandreviews 2 жыл бұрын

Can you add another subwoofer to this system? The only dual sub system that I know of is the Nakamichi.

@jdanto Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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…

@elizerq 2 жыл бұрын

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

@salehaljouf Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@salehaljouf Жыл бұрын

@@BTheInstaller thank you

@adrianjaimes1908 Жыл бұрын

Would this be worth an upgrade over the JBL bar 9.1?

@pepboyzero 2 жыл бұрын

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

@syafri88 2 жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@Kung_Fu_Kenny 2 жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

That is why I think of A3000

@damienrobertson2354 Жыл бұрын

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

@Kung_Fu_Kenny Жыл бұрын

@@damienrobertson2354 I ended up just grabbing the A3000

@craigwilliams3458 4 ай бұрын

@@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

@claykeough7898 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@TRUMP_2024_PREZ Жыл бұрын

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

@claykeough7898 Жыл бұрын

@@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 Жыл бұрын

@@claykeough7898 BOTH ARE AWESOME AND FUTURE PROOF 🔊🔊

@claykeough7898 Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@Niners4life510 Жыл бұрын

If I have multiple RS5 speakers (family room and dining room) can each speaker play different things or will they all link to Sony soundbar?

@antonycolverd23 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

@@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 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@antonycolverd23 2 жыл бұрын

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

@mantisrider Жыл бұрын

I got the a5000 first for my apartment anf thinking to get the smaller rear speakers for more surround feel but im not rushing to get a subwoofer yet because of my neighbors as of yet.

@danielmai4063 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. Thanks for taking your time and posting the video. A clarification please, when you use the 83A90J as a center channel, is the center on the A7000 still active? Or is the center on the A7000 deactivated? Thanks again.