SONY HT-A9 & SW5 Home Theater Review & Setup | A Sony A80J As a Center Channel?
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Күн бұрынToday we review the Sony HT-A9 home theater system paired with the sony SW5 wireless subwoofer. We used the reavon UBR-X200 4k bluray player with the apple tv for dolby atmos and DTS-X demos. The Samsung LSP9 ultra short throw projector and the Sony A80J was our display devices.
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0:00 Intro
06:12 Setup
11:24 Sound
16:59 Sony TV Center Channel Setup
17:47 Wrap-up
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@valueelectronics9390 2 жыл бұрын
Great review! We just put back the $200 bundle discount for pairing the SA-SW5 sub woofer with the HT-A9. So the HT-A9 with the SA-SW5 bundle price is $2,298 all in and delivered Nationwide.
@Richbroth 2 жыл бұрын
Great to hear thank you.
@keepingupwiththejones2933 2 жыл бұрын
Can't beat that bundle!!❤🔥❤🔥
@MaZEEZaM 2 жыл бұрын
What country?
@f900ex5 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like your playing catch up :)
@Pete_or_Peter4Long 2 жыл бұрын
Man if Sony only offered a subwoofer input on the box and better color options like white and black this system would be flawless.
@BlueMonkey 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I saw you plugged the Blu Ray player into the Sony, then to the TV. Does this allow Apple TV content to still run via eArc to the Sony vs plugging the Apple TV directly into the Sony?
@raphaelmeillat8527 2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting concept. Nice to see Sony innovate again on such device. Shane, thanks for the great review, as always!
@sushi_donut Жыл бұрын
As an LSP9T owner, this video is SO INSIGHTFUL thank you!! Subscribed!
@paulcarroll627 2 жыл бұрын
Great review Shane.
@NemoPropaganda 2 жыл бұрын
Super cool option. Deadass this is something I would consider. The simplicity speaks to me.
@therealshanelee 2 жыл бұрын
Do it!
@JTuesday Жыл бұрын
Excellent Unboxing/first impression video. Congrats!
@redrich2000 2 жыл бұрын
I love that they used Einstürzende Neubauten for the test tracks.
@Bradmcdonnell 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. I look awesome and I getting really good reviews at the moment. You must be using an awesome microphone because I could hear the speaker placement in my headphones. Good job
@giggggz 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks great review. Thankyou also for going through the settings.
@kiranchhatpar 2 жыл бұрын
Great review .. was waiting for this one 👍
@kiranchhatpar 2 жыл бұрын
Do u recommend this over the Samsung hw 950 soundbar ?
@victorvelazquez681 2 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to get one
@davoncci 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the awesome review. How is the performance at low volumes? Nighttime watching?
@hillre14 2 жыл бұрын
Damn bro thanks for reviewing these
@doublet147 2 жыл бұрын
Finally Sony shows us what the yellow 'center speaker' input on the TV can be used with. Be honest: Isn't the subwoofer mandatory?
@needinput9805 2 жыл бұрын
Ordered this last week, I’m in Japan and have to wait till late November for delivery. But we’ll worth it!
@tripleseven8361 2 жыл бұрын
A great review thanks! I would’ve liked to have lingered over/discussed the advanced settings a little bit longer… (They’re not exactly self explanatory). It does seem to me, from having used the HT-A7000, that when audio enhancement is turned on, the voice enhancement is no longer available. So while it does dramatically increase the soundstage, some of the voice audio/dialogue disappears… At least that’s how it was with the A7000… Did you find the same thing with the A9?
@its1me1cal 2 жыл бұрын
Good review looking forward to your thoughts on using a compatible Sony TV as the centre Chanel
@AP-lh1bq 4 ай бұрын
Great video. Very nice detailed breakdown.
@lawrencegatt4515 2 жыл бұрын
Love ❤️ your video mate. 🇦🇺
@NicholasPaulFranks 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Really clear, well paced and comprehensive. (I’ll return to check this if I grab the system). Would you rather this HTA9 or the A7000/SW combo?
@walaarostom 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a million Shane for an awesome review! It seems to me that you have passion for watches as well as Home Theatre. Is your watch a Tissot this time? If not what is it’s please? It looks awesome man. Thanks again! Cheers 🍻
@lowtohigh6009 2 жыл бұрын
Much better option than a sound bar
@jackryder6732 2 жыл бұрын
Very good review 👏
@crickinfo95 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing product 🏆
@fransdegroot9778 2 жыл бұрын
You do it very good review top
@flow685 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic review!!! I have a Nakimachi 9.2.4. Sound bar with an LGC9 65” Tv and was waiting for a new Nakimachi to upgrade their system. It seems like they won’t be doing that so this Sony A9 speaker system is something to seriously think about.
@patrykf. 2 жыл бұрын
yea beautiful setup these speakers and sub match each other perfectly especially the colour not to mention the one is a fabric and other disgusting metal grill lovely
@wolfmanjack530 Жыл бұрын
Great review as always!! Question for you, is it possible to connect say my Sony HTST-5000 soundbar system (use it as center sound and manually disable all other effects) and connect it to the HDMI output to HT-A9 system. The HT-A9 will go directly to my TV E-Arc. Will both systems work with this type of connection for my LG-G1 TV?
@LyvGamer 2 жыл бұрын
Great review! I've been looking into the system for a couple weeks now I am way past due on a new sound system and I'm really considering This system Would you know if this system is compatible with my Sony h900x? I bought this TV a year ago with my PS5
@sarax2135 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! But I don't think the comparison between XGIMI Aura and JMGO U2 is persuasive. It is just the tone is a bit different. Aura has a cooler tone, while U2 is warmer. Personally speaking, I think the images projected by the XGIMI aura look much more natural while JMGO U2 images seem to be color distortion....😓
@rawrj 2 жыл бұрын
I couldnt find the whisper status video on using the A80J as a center, was it taken down?
@Surfin808allday 2 жыл бұрын
How would you compare the sound quality to Enclave cinehome pro? Saw your review on that system. Thanks!
@williamcanada6195 2 жыл бұрын
Thanx! Good review! I currently have the Sony HT 5000 which I’ve only had for a year and a half. Would you suggest upgrading ? I suppose that I can’t use the Subwoofer. Finally, and as important, how is it with music? William from France.
@samidebs3559 2 жыл бұрын
Sparchange how is the T-9 compare to the Samsung Q950A sound bar they have a great deal on it for $1298
@gmbvtv153 Жыл бұрын
Amazing sound loving Sony
@n-v-me7022 2 жыл бұрын
Great content ? I plugged my proyector to unit and my nvidia no ports left for my ps4 Ect.. what can I use to connect other devices like a good hdmi extender would like to connect Tv and proyector to unit I have this in a apartment thank you this is a great system
@saamejia 2 жыл бұрын
great demo , where I can find all these audio demos?
@gottipallipandu8941 Жыл бұрын
Very fentastic sounds super
@reviewforthetube6485 2 жыл бұрын
Nice man
@jlappin6277 Жыл бұрын
Great job
@Scotty_Does_Know 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review, is the sony 2020 x900h a compatible tv for this system, thanks!
@dan-er6vv 2 жыл бұрын
Does the control box also display the type of audio format it's receiving from any source?
@Azmi80 2 жыл бұрын
Good review.. could you please give few more Sound demo Music and movies.
@Mimr3D 2 жыл бұрын
do you have any idear if you could utalize the projectors speakers as a center channel or it it truly only with their tvs ?
@rs52594 28 күн бұрын
I just got both the HT-A9 and the SW5 subwoofer used off ebay for around $1600 both in very good condition and I am loving it so far. With the HT-A9 compared to my previous Nakamichi Shockwafe 7.2.4 SSE (in actuality more like a 5.2 system with faux height channels) it is night and day. Setup and adjustments are a breeze thanks to the on screen display, movies and music sound phenomenal with it, I've had no issues so far with drop outs unlike the Nakamichi which popped up from time to time. For not having an actual center speaker, the phantom center channel sounds pretty good although I noticed dialogue generally got vague and drowned out so I actually keep the voice setting on all the time. The dialogue/faux center channel sounds much more clear and the overall eq just sounded better in my opinion. Does it beat a dedicated home theater setup, no? Are there better value soundbar options out there, definitely. But for my needs and someone who doesn't want to deal with the hassle of setting up a home theater system with a receiver, speakers and wires (plus the fact if you live in an apartment and can't hook up a traditional system), this is excellent. If you have the money, definitely get the HT-A9, of course your mileage may vary but it gets a big thumbs up from me.
@nerozyz 2 жыл бұрын
Great review ！Very detailed and informative. How do you think about A7000 soundbar though ?
@therealshanelee 2 жыл бұрын
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@kevkeisha Жыл бұрын
I wonder how this will compare to the upcoming "Nakamichi Dragon 11.4.6 Home Surround System?" I love the wireless concept.
@bryandennis7863 2 жыл бұрын
when are you reviewing the SA-SW3 subwoofer?
@ryankosowsky2189 2 жыл бұрын
So how did the Sony’s stand up to your Martin Logan SLM XL’s?
@TechinaSec101 2 жыл бұрын
They are great-looking and sounding speakers. wonderful.
@polofunk 2 жыл бұрын
Could you please do a review on the Bose 900 with 700sub and 700 Surround Speakers thanks.
@vacationboyvideos Жыл бұрын
Is there a simulated Dolby Atmos setting on the speakers. Another words, ifl give these speakers a 5.1 channel, is there an option for it too? Use the up firing speakers?
@jopaulin 2 жыл бұрын
I have a challenge for ya!! (If you still have the A9 with you) Because of it’s HDMI 2.1 pass through, could you incorporate the A9 system into a traditional home theatre? Go from receiver to A9 to display 🤔 Could be a crazy way to apply Atmos to a home theatre. I’d love to know! Thanks for everything you do!
@akeluify 2 жыл бұрын
No the HDMI in is only for playback devices not receiver outputs
@cerebral1095 2 жыл бұрын
What if I have multiple input devices like Apple TV, PS5, etc?
@itsmepaulo5677 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, can we Hide the main Box unit since our TV was designed as just like TV Frame Wll it still work Well?
@GurbhaijSingh Жыл бұрын
Hi, great video What should be the ideal distance between front and rear speakers? Does 35 feet work Will it work ok in half covered half open on the side space? Thanks
@luthermahoney5867 2 жыл бұрын
Would be great if the system allowed for expansion to add more of the speakers and to run four sub's.
@michaelbeckerman7532 Жыл бұрын
Agreed. Theoretically, since it is a wireless connection, wouldn't it be possible to send out the same sub signal to any number of subs at the same time? Why is there even a limit to the number of subs that can be used here at all? Recall that with Sony's "Fiesta Mode" on their portable Bluetooth speakers they can allow signal to propagate to up to 100 Sony Bluetooth portable speakers at once. Well, if they can do THAT with their Bluetooth portables, why can't they do essentially the exact same thing with the Sony wireless subs? Just think of how many more wireless subs they could sell to people if they could?
@jaimeguaderrama931 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing video. Thank you for the review. I currently have the Sonos ARC complete system (5.2.2) and I’m wondering if it’s worth ditching the Sonos ARC for the Sony HT-A9
@magnaig 2 жыл бұрын
It does sound better. But I wouldn't recommend to upgrade now. Wait for at least another year to ditch Sonos
@L1ft0ff 2 жыл бұрын
NO!
@ryanbinnington1540 2 жыл бұрын
@@L1ft0ff no ?
@IntotheFurther. 2 жыл бұрын
I sold my full Sonos arc surround system after using the A9 for a week. It’s way better than the Sonos arc with sub and surrounds.
@AM2PMReviews Жыл бұрын
I’m torn between this for my new A80J and just the Klipsch reference system you can get at Costco with a Denon AVR.
@samfrank4857 2 жыл бұрын
Hi :-) How to place the speakers if the sofa is directly on the wall? And what about watching movies on a beamer - I wouldn’t have the Sony TV as a center then? 🤷🏻♂️
@AchOwed 2 жыл бұрын
Between this and the A7000, which one do you prefer? What is your audio daily driver for your media consumption?
@luckysharma9772 2 жыл бұрын
I want to ask that can we add a sound bar with these speakers I.e Speakers + subwoofer + a sound bar
@cezaryiwanowicz9206 2 жыл бұрын
so I am eyeing this and the 11.2 Samsung my question is would I need a receiver with the 11.2? also is it worth it? space is an issue or I would do speakers
@marektomaszewski876 2 жыл бұрын
As always, great review (unboxing). One aspect puzzles me - when I see the quality of gluing / attaching the material to the back frame of the SW5 speaker (see 5:23) - from out-of-the-box point of view - manufacturing looks poor for a "premium" sub from Sony for 699USD. Not good Sony, not good.
@SuperJumper40 Жыл бұрын
Can you only use a Sony TV as a center or could you also connect the system to an existing laser projector (as one is in the video)? Then the subwoofer might not be necessary.
@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?? Thank you
@anmic3590 4 ай бұрын
Hi and Happy New Year! May it sounds the best! :) May I kindly ask if it’s worthy to pay more than double for the ht-a9 with sw5 than for the q990c. I try to decide over our first ht system, me being more a stereo audiophile person. :) Thank you so much!
@felipevillalobosparraguirr5546 3 ай бұрын
Hi! sorry for my ignorance but it says it is wireless but I see speakers connected to cables (?) is it for charging? or it is to keep the speakers connected to the power so they connect "wirelessly" to the command center? greets and thanks for the video.
@Pete_or_Peter4Long 2 жыл бұрын
If you were to choose between this setup and the Samsung 950a which are you going with?
@stevieg3078 Ай бұрын
Thank you. Excellent review. I just bought the Sony system. If I'm using my HDMI ARC for my cable box.....where do I block in the Sony brain? Thanks!
@gboyega Жыл бұрын
Hi, please can you help with what app you used to play the Underwater movie? Thanks
@Richbroth 2 жыл бұрын
I found the system sounded worse when i used a tv as a centre channel. Sounded much better as is with the sub.
@doublet147 2 жыл бұрын
Thx for your opinion. I was wondering.
@sami-nieminen 2 жыл бұрын
Did you try it with an A80J or A90J, or one of Sony's LCD TVs?
@Richbroth 2 жыл бұрын
@@sami-nieminen i have a a80j
@TravionMusic 2 жыл бұрын
Same here, I didn’t like the way it sounded with my A80J as a center channel.
@sami-nieminen 2 жыл бұрын
Did you guys run the calibration again after adding the A80j as a center channel? I just find it strange that Sony would make the effort of introducing the S-center mode if it didn't make the system sound noticeably better.
@mrs.xipingpongdingdong7443 2 жыл бұрын
I thought you got some compatible center speaker because of that white projector
@ac7384 2 жыл бұрын
How’s this compare to the Sonos arc system ?
@abhi4ify Жыл бұрын
Can I use a speaker which has aux input to be used as center by connecting to s center out port
@MasterEggroll 2 жыл бұрын
how would you compare this to the bose lifestyle 650 with two subs?
@ImpinAintEazy 9 ай бұрын
I have a phillips Fidelio fb1 soundbar, is it worth upgrading?
@burgunbeerd 2 жыл бұрын
How do you think these would do in a room that's been semi sound treated for filming/podcasts? Wondering if they'd still reflect sound well
@1Aquadon 2 жыл бұрын
i have them .. and doubt that very seriously... main problem is there is no atmos volume level control AND SERIOUS DROP OUTS ... im guessing they need lots of firmware updates. Wether they'll somehow add atmos level control is questionable
@rogerhuston8287 2 жыл бұрын
You didn't say how well the voice enhancements worked.
@amitverma4642 8 ай бұрын
wht to prefer ht-a9 or ht-7000+sw5+rs5?
@rickyshoard 2 жыл бұрын
Where did you get the atmos helicopter demo? Does it come built in?
@Gunnicool007 2 жыл бұрын
How can you have more than one device is connected to the hub? Like I have Roku, Apple TV, Blu-ray player, VCR
@onepurpose315 2 жыл бұрын
Can I put the speakers left and right of my tv? I have no room for surround placement
@josaphcj7199 2 жыл бұрын
Does it sound better than elac unifi 2.0 ub52
@davidb9531 8 ай бұрын
It’s kinda crazy they didn’t offer the option to colour match a sub to the speakers
@MARKCARRI 6 ай бұрын
How do the front right and left speakers know how far they are from the TV in order to make the Phantom central front speaker? my set up and room configuration will mean that the right speaker is much closer to the TV than the left speaker. How can the software possibly produce a front speaker accurately in the middle of the two without knowing the distances?
@BornIn82 2 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@edub8803 2 жыл бұрын
Good review. However, your onscreen info font is somewhat small.
@christitaleary4070 2 жыл бұрын
Can you recommend a speaker stand?
@Hamza-yu1ur 2 жыл бұрын
Where can I find that tv stand you have, Shane?
@WRX2001 2 жыл бұрын
Have you reviewed the Sonos arc?
@MrWinnieP 2 жыл бұрын
I have this with an A90J 65inch and using the A90J as a center speaker sounds worse, the center speaker thing is just bad but without it it sounds amazing and you can’t even tell you don’t have a dedicated center speaker. I love the sound it’s amazing but Mine is defective unfortunately, works stable for hours until it starts to intermittently drop the sound for a quick second consistently. Called Sony and they told me it is defective after trouble shooting it so I sent it in to be repaired today. We’ll see if they can fix it.
@dharambasi1928 Жыл бұрын
Did they fix it?
@sumitchaudhary343 10 ай бұрын
?
@DonLee480 Жыл бұрын
I wonder why Sonos hasn’t jumped on this with the play speakers? Sucks how you have to purchase a their sound bar in order to use their play speakers as surround sound. Would be cool if you can use all play speakers as LCR and surrounds. Sonos is missing out. IMO
@astro2050 8 ай бұрын
The main reason I watched the video was the use of the A80J as a center channel, and you gave a link to another video 🫠
@MikeYoungeasytravel 2 жыл бұрын
I really wish you had also tested this system with all the speakers optimally positioned.
@thomasjacques5286 5 ай бұрын
What are folks doing for proper stands for these speakers?
@geldartm 2 жыл бұрын
How do you connect mutable sources to the box
@Enveray2510 2 жыл бұрын
Since i have connected the ht a9 with my sony a80j tv the volume control has become much slower. Has anyone have a solution for this ???
@talkingabouttime1622 2 жыл бұрын
Are you wearing a Hamilton Pan Europ? I love that watch for the money. I enjoy your AV content as well but your swiss watch game is always a fun little scavenger hunt.
@therealshanelee 2 жыл бұрын
🔎
@macnfresh 2 жыл бұрын
I bought the HT A9 and the immersion is excellent, however the phantom center is quite weak - the sound doesn’t seem to be coming from the source (people speaking on screen) and it is distracting. Sony needs to expand to allow non-Sony TVs to act as a center, or sell a dedicated center channel to pair with the brain, otherwise this system cannot achieve HT in a box dominance.
@therealshanelee 2 жыл бұрын
You still have to be in the center for the most solid phantom image.
@dom_toredo Жыл бұрын
the point is they want people to buy sony tv
@garretts431 Жыл бұрын
@@therealshanelee seems ridiculous really..
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