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Sony Debuts New Home Theater System and Flagship Soundbar

Features include Sony’s Spatial Sound and Sound Field Optimization and support of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.

By RS Staff

Sony Electronics Inc. has introduced the HT-A9 home theater system and flagship HT-A7000 soundbar.

Sony HT-A9 Home Theater

HT-A9 Home Theater System Key Features

  • Sony’s 360 Spatial Sound Mapping Technology: Feel sound from every direction and distance with Sony’s 360 Spatial Sound and Sound Field Optimization. With Sound Field Optimization, the A9 uses dual microphones in each speaker to measure their relative height and position. 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology then creates up to 12 “phantom” speakers from just four speakers by synthesizing sound waves based on positional information. The A9 also supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
  • Versatile Layout with Simple Setup: There’s no need to rearrange furniture or precisely position the speakers because Sound Field Optimization allows users to place the speakers at different heights and distances. To activate Sound Field Optimization, perform Easy Setup at any time from the TV’s home menu. The A9 home theater system is also ready to go straight out the box —plug it in, connect it to the TV using an HDMI cable, and power on. The surround sound system consists of four speakers that are connected wirelessly with the control box, so there are no cables across the living space.
  • Omnidirectional Block Design: The A9 features Sony’s latest Omnidirectional Block Design. The cylindrical shape represents a single solid block providing 360 spatial sound. It fits perfectly against the wall with a flat rear surface and its light pearl grey color is designed to blend with interiors. The inside of the speakers features rectangular X-Balanced Speaker Units to maximize the diaphragm area for richer bass and sound pressure. They also offer a new Wide Directivity Woofer that has reduced cavity effect by minimizing the depth of its concave shape. The speakers’ beveled edges help to further reduce sound diffraction.
  • Immersive Music, Movie, and Gaming Capabilities: Enjoy music the way the artists truly intended with High-Resolution Audio and 360 Reality Audio. 360 Reality Audio immerses users in music as if they were right in front of their favorite artist and can be experienced using Amazon Music HD, TIDAL, nugs.net, and Deezer. The A9 also features DSEE Extreme, which restores the high-range sound of compressed digital music in real-time.
    Access popular music services like Spotify and stream favorite albums and playlists using Chromecast, Apple AirPlay 2, or Spotify Connect. The home theater system also features voice activation and works with both Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. In addition, customers can add the A9 to their speaker group using the Google Home app. Whether it’s used to watch movies or play games, all of the original picture quality is preserved when playing content through the A9. The A9 supports the latest formats such as 8K HDR, 4K 120 fps passthrough, and Dolby Vision.
Sony HT-A7000 Soundbar

HT-A7000 Soundbar Key Features

  • Surround Sound: The 7.1.2-channel soundbar features two up-firing speakers for overhead sound, two beam tweeters and five front speakers for wider surround and a built-in dual subwoofer for deep bass. Coupled with Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force PRO Front Surround, the A7000 creates virtual surround sound so customers can fully enjoy the thrill of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
    Thanks to Sony’s Vertical Surround Engine, the A7000 can position sound in vertical space to create overhead audio without the need for in-ceiling speakers. With S-Force PRO, the soundbar can virtually reproduce the surround soundfield, with audio coming from both horizontal directions. Additionally, the A7000’s Sound Field Optimization feature utilizes built-in microphones to intelligently measure the height and width of the room, as well as the position of an optional subwoofer and rear speakers.
  • Immersive Music, Film, and Game Quality: Like the A9, the A7000 also features High-Resolution Audio and 360 Reality Audio. 360 Reality Audio immerses listeners in music as if they were directly in front of their favorite artist, and can be experienced using Amazon Music HD, TIDAL, nugs.net, and Deezer. The A7000 also features DSEE Extreme, which restores the high-range sound of compressed digital music in real-time. Access popular music services like Spotify and stream favorite albums and playlists using Chromecast, Apply AirPlay 2, and Spotify Connect.
    Whether it’s used to watch dramatic movies or play action-packed games, all of the original picture quality is preserved when playing content through the A7000. It also supports all the latest formats such as 8K HDR, 4K 120 fps, and Dolby Vision.
  • Matched with Sony TVs: With BRAVIA Acoustic Center Sync, the A7000 precisely matches where the audio is coming from with what’s on the screen. Additionally, when pairing with BRAVIA TVs, the A7000’s settings will automatically appear on the BRAVIA TV’s Quick Settings Menu and users can control the volume of the soundbar seamlessly with their BRAVIA remote.
  • Omnidirectional Block Design: The A7000 and optional speakers have been designed under a common Omnidirectional Block Concept for a fully cohesive look. Its sophisticated rounded edges represent a single solid block providing wide-spreading sound. The combination of rich material textures emphasizes an affinity to any living room environment.
  • Voice Control: The soundbar also features voice activation and works with both Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. In addition, customers can add the soundbar to their speaker group using the Google Home app.
  • Seamless Connectivity: Plug in the A7000, connect it to a TV using the HDMI eARC connection, and power on. With USB, optical and analog audio in, as well as HDMI in and out (eARC), users have all the connections they need.
Sony Wireless Subwoofer

Optional Subwoofer and Rear Speaker

For even deeper bass, add an optional wireless subwoofer. Having two types of subwoofers allows the built-in subwoofers in the A7000 to handle bass and vocals with the optional wireless subwoofer focusing on low range sound in the A9 and A7000. For rich bass, add the SA-SW5 wireless subwoofer with 300W of deep bass from a 180 mm driver with passive radiator. Or opt for the SA-SW3 wireless subwoofer with 200W of sound from a compact bass reflex subwoofer with a 160 mm driver. For even more cinematic thrills, add the SA-RS3S wireless rear speakers with 100W of wider surround sound and wall mount capability.

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