Do I need the optional subwoofer?

No, the bar works on its own. But its bass is modest without the subwoofer, so most movie fans add one for real low-end impact.

Does it come with rear speakers?

No. Rear speakers are sold separately as an optional add-on, along with the wireless subwoofer.

How does it compare with the Sony HT-A7000?

The Bar 9 is the newer flagship with a redesigned 13-driver array and updated spatial processing. It is the stronger one-box performer, while the older model remains capable.

Will it work with a non-Sony TV?

Yes. It connects over HDMI eARC and works with any TV, though BRAVIA-specific sound modes and menu integration only apply to Sony TVs.

The soundbar, a remote, batteries, an HDMI cable and documentation. Subwoofer and rear speakers are not included.

Is it good for music as well as movies?

It handles music well, but its strength is movie surround. Some listeners prefer a dedicated stereo setup or a plain sound mode for music.

Sony HT-A9000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 Sound Bar + 27-Month Axiom Care

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Our take on the Sony HT-A9000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 Sound Bar + 27-Month Axiom Care

The Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 (HT-A9000) is Sony's flagship soundbar, with 13 built-in drivers and 360 Spatial Sound Mapping that creates virtual surround channels calibrated to your room. It is a single-piece bar aimed at people who want big, room-filling movie sound without rear speakers or a subwoofer taking up floor space. Its main trade-off against rivals is that low bass is modest on its own; Sony sells an optional wireless subwoofer and rear speakers to complete the system. It suits BRAVIA TV owners and anyone who wants a clean, one-box setup with room calibration.

Best forMovie and TV watchers who want immersive surround from one barSony BRAVIA TV ownersSmall to mid-size rooms without space for rear speakersBuyers who may add a subwoofer or rears later

Pros

13 drivers deliver wide, detailed front-stage sound
360 Spatial Sound Mapping fills the room with virtual surround
Room calibration tailors output to your space
Clean single-bar design with no separate sub required
Expands with Sony's optional wireless subwoofer and rear speakers
Integrates with BRAVIA TVs for sound modes and control

Cons

Bass is limited without the optional subwoofer
Full surround effect is weaker than a bar with real rear speakers
Top-tier model, so it sits at the high end of the soundbar market
Virtual processing can color music playback
Add-ons needed to reach its full potential

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the Bar 9 as one of the strongest one-box soundbars, praising its wide soundstage and room-filling spatial effect. The recurring criticism is bass: without the optional subwoofer it lacks low-end weight, and some find the virtual surround less convincing than physical rear speakers.

What people mention

SoundstagePraisedReviewers say it throws sound well beyond the bar's width, with clear placement of effects.
BassCriticisedOwners note the bar alone lacks deep low-end punch and benefits from the optional subwoofer.
Surround effectMixedThe spatial mapping impresses many, but some find it less convincing than discrete rear speakers.
Room calibrationPraisedUsers report the setup tailors the sound well to different rooms.
DialoguePraisedViewers say speech stays clear during movies and TV.
Music playbackMixedSome listeners find music sounds processed compared with a plain stereo mode.

About the Sony HT-A9000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 Sound Bar + 27-Month Axiom Care

The Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 (HT-A9000) is a soundbar with 13 speakers. It uses 360 Spatial Sound Mapping to fill the room with surround sound that is optimized to your space.

A wireless subwoofer and rear speakers are available as optional add-ons for greater sound impact.

Model: Sony HT-A9000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 9
Color: Black
Speakers: 13
Sound technology: 360 Spatial Sound Mapping
Optional add-ons: Wireless subwoofer, rear speakers
Protection plan: 27-month Axiom Care

Specifications

color: BlackSource

Questions and answers

Do I need the optional subwoofer?: No, the bar works on its own. But its bass is modest without the subwoofer, so most movie fans add one for real low-end impact.
Does it come with rear speakers?: No. Rear speakers are sold separately as an optional add-on, along with the wireless subwoofer.
How does it compare with the Sony HT-A7000?: The Bar 9 is the newer flagship with a redesigned 13-driver array and updated spatial processing. It is the stronger one-box performer, while the older model remains capable.
Will it work with a non-Sony TV?: Yes. It connects over HDMI eARC and works with any TV, though BRAVIA-specific sound modes and menu integration only apply to Sony TVs.
What is in the box?: The soundbar, a remote, batteries, an HDMI cable and documentation. Subwoofer and rear speakers are not included.
Is it good for music as well as movies?: It handles music well, but its strength is movie surround. Some listeners prefer a dedicated stereo setup or a plain sound mode for music.
Where is the Sony HT-A9000 BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 Sound Bar + 27-Month Axiom Care cheapest?: At Walmart, for $1,498.00, as of our latest check.