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Sony HT-A8000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 Sound Bar + 27-Month Axiom Care

Sony HT-A8000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 Sound Bar + 27-Month Axiom Care

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  • Last seen at $998.00 at Walmart on Nov 9.

Our take on the Sony HT-A8000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 Sound Bar + 27-Month Axiom Care

The Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 is a single-bar soundbar with 11 built-in drivers and 360 Spatial Sound Mapping, which uses phantom speakers to spread sound around the room without rear speakers. It suits people who want a clean one-box setup for movies on a Sony TV, since it integrates with BRAVIA models for center-channel and menu control. Rivals like the Sonos Arc and Samsung HW-Q800 series lean on room correction and bundled subs; the A8000 has neither a sub nor rears in the box, so deep bass and true surround need the optional wireless subwoofer and rear speakers. Owners rate the spacious sound and dialogue clarity but say the bar alone is light on low end.

Best forMovie watchers who want surround without rear speakersSony BRAVIA TV ownersSmall to mid-size living roomsBuyers who plan to add a sub and rears later
Pros
  • 11 drivers and 360 Spatial Sound Mapping create wide, enveloping sound from one bar
  • Clear dialogue and good height effects for a bar without up-firing modules
  • Deep BRAVIA TV integration, including center-channel mode
  • Supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Hi-Res audio
  • Expandable with optional wireless subwoofer and rear speakers
Cons
  • No subwoofer or rear speakers included, so bass is modest out of the box
  • Full surround effect depends on adding the optional sub and rears
  • Fewer HDMI inputs than some rivals
  • Premium price for a bar-only setup

Sony HT-A8000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 Sound Bar + 27-Month Axiom Care prices at every store

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    In stockSold by Datavision Computer VideoReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $998.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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What reviewers say

Reviewers and owners praise the wide, room-filling sound and clear dialogue from a single bar, and like how it pairs with Sony TVs. Most criticism centers on the weak bass without a subwoofer and the cost of adding one.

What people mention
  • SoundstagePraisedOwners say the bar throws sound wide and high, filling the room without rear speakers.
  • BassCriticisedReviewers find low end modest on its own and recommend the optional wireless subwoofer.
  • DialoguePraisedVoices come through clearly, even in busy action scenes.
  • SetupPraisedPairing with a BRAVIA TV is quick and the menus are easy to follow.
  • ExpandabilityMixedAdding the sub and rear speakers improves the experience, but buyers dislike paying extra for them.
  • InputsCriticisedSome owners want more HDMI inputs for their devices.

About the Sony HT-A8000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 Sound Bar + 27-Month Axiom Care

The Sony HT-A8000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 is a sound bar built to bring theater-style surround sound to the home. It has 11 speakers and uses 360 Spatial Sound Mapping to create spatial audio that surrounds the listener.

The system can be expanded with an optional wireless subwoofer and optional rear speakers.

Brand
Sony
Model
HT-A8000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 8
Color
Black
Speakers
11 built-in speakers
Sound technology
360 Spatial Sound Mapping
Optional add-ons
Wireless subwoofer, rear speakers (sold separately)
Included plan
27-month Axiom Care

Specifications

color
BlackSource

Questions and answers

Do I need a subwoofer with the Theater Bar 8?
Not required, but the bar alone has limited bass. Sony's optional wireless subwoofer adds the low end most people expect for movies.
Does it come with rear speakers?
No. The bar is a one-piece unit. Sony's optional wireless rear speakers add true surround channels behind you.
Will it work with a non-Sony TV?
Yes, over HDMI eARC. The deeper features, such as center-channel mode and on-screen settings, work best with BRAVIA TVs.
Does it support Dolby Atmos and DTS:X?
Yes. It decodes both formats and uses 360 Spatial Sound Mapping to spread effects around the room.
Can I add a subwoofer later?
Yes. The bar supports Sony's optional wireless subwoofer and rear speakers, so you can expand it over time.
Is it good for music as well as movies?
It handles music well, but it is tuned for movies and TV. Bass-heavy music benefits from the optional subwoofer.
Where is the Sony HT-A8000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 Sound Bar + 27-Month Axiom Care cheapest?
At Walmart, for $998.00, as of our latest check.

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