Does the Theater Quad include a subwoofer?

No. It is a four-speaker system, and Sony sells a separate subwoofer for deeper bass. Without one, low-end output is modest for action movies.

How does it compare with a soundbar?

It uses four separated speakers instead of one bar, so sound comes from around the room rather than the front. That gives wider seating coverage, but it takes more space and setup than a soundbar.

Do the speakers need to be wired?

No. The four speakers connect wirelessly to the control unit, so you do not run cables to the rear of the room. Each speaker still needs AC power.

Can it be wall-mounted?

Yes. Wall-mount hardware is included, and each speaker weighs 5.3 lb. They can also sit on a table or bookshelf.

What streaming and connectivity does it support?

It has Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.2 LE, AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect, plus AAC, LDAC and SBC codecs. It works with Sony BRAVIA TVs for integrated control.

Does it upmix stereo content?

Yes. Sony's upmixer redistributes audio objects to create surround from stereo sources, and AI Sound Separation makes voices clearer.

Sony BRAVIA Theater Quad Home Theater Surround Sound System with 4 Wireless Speakers (Gray)

Q: Where is the Sony BRAVIA Theater Quad Home Theater Surround Sound System with 4 Wireless Speakers (Gray) cheapest?

At Greentoe, for $1,689.00, 30% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: Where can I buy the Sony BRAVIA Theater Quad Home Theater Surround Sound System with 4 Wireless Speakers (Gray)?

17 stores we checked sell it, including Focus Camera, Greentoe, Amazon, Merlin's TV & Appliance, Best Buy.

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the Theater Quad as one of the most convincing wireless surround systems, praising the wide, height-filled soundstage from just four boxes. Criticism centers on the missing subwoofer and the space and setup the four speakers demand.

What people mention

SoundstagePraisedListeners say the phantom speakers spread sound wide and high, filling the room from only four boxes.
BassCriticisedOwners note the system has no subwoofer, so deep bass requires adding one.
SetupMixedWireless links are convenient, but placement and calibration take more effort than a soundbar.
DialoguePraisedThe upmixer's voice processing makes speech clearer on stereo and surround content.
FootprintCriticisedFour speakers need stands or wall space, which some rooms cannot spare.

About the Sony BRAVIA Theater Quad Home Theater Surround Sound System with 4 Wireless Speakers (Gray)

The Sony BRAVIA Theater Quad is a home theater surround sound system with four wireless speakers and a control box. 360 Spatial Sound Mapping creates up to 12 phantom speakers around the room, so a few physical speakers deliver cinema-style surround sound. The system supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X and has IMAX Enhanced certification.

The control box goes near the TV and connects to it by HDMI. The four speakers link to the control box wirelessly, so no speaker cables are needed and they can go wherever you like. The slim speakers can stand on a table or shelf with the supplied dual-purpose stand, or mount on a wall with the supplied bracket.

An upmixer turns stereo content into surround sound, and AI Sound Separation detects human voices to make them clearer. Sound Field Optimization calibrates the sound to the speaker positions, the room's acoustics and the listening position. Radio output power is up to 2.5 times higher than the previous model. A switchable dual antenna and a frequency hopping system keep the connection between the control box and speakers stable. An optional Sony wireless subwoofer can be added.

Speakers

4 wireless speakers, with a control box

Surround formats

Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced

Speaker design

3-Way, bass-reflex enclosure with passive radiators

Amplifier power

504 W

Impedance

Rear: 6 ohms

Wireless

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.2 LE, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect