Does the subwoofer need a cable to the soundbar?

No. The subwoofer is wireless and pairs with the soundbar, so it only needs power from a wall outlet.

Does it support Dolby Atmos?

No. It decodes Dolby Digital and uses S-Force Pro Front Surround, but it has no Atmos or height channels.

Will it work with my TV?

It connects over HDMI, and an HDMI cable is included. It suits TVs with an HDMI ARC or optical output.

Is a separate subwoofer worth it over a bar alone?

Yes for movies and music. The 106mm subwoofer adds low end a bar-only setup cannot produce, though it is not a deep subwoofer.

How many channels does it have?

It is a 2.1-channel system: left and right in the bar plus the subwoofer, with virtual surround rather than rear speakers.

The soundbar, the wireless subwoofer, an HDMI cable, a remote and power cables.

Sony HT-SC40 2.1ch Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer

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Sony HT-SC40 2.1ch Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer

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Our take on the Sony HT-SC40 2.1ch Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer

The Sony HT-SC40 is a 2.1-channel soundbar with a wireless subwoofer, built for TVs that need fuller sound than their built-in speakers. It uses Sony's X-Balanced speaker units for clearer dialog and S-Force Pro Front Surround to spread sound across the room, with Dolby Digital decoding. The wireless subwoofer adds bass without a cable run to the corner of the room. It suits renters and smaller living rooms where a full surround setup is too much, and it competes with other entry-level bar-and-sub pairs on simplicity rather than on extra channels or smart features.

Best forSmall to mid-size living roomsMovie and TV dialog clarityPeople who want bass without speaker wiresSimple TV setups with one HDMI connection

Pros

Wireless subwoofer needs no cable to the bar
X-Balanced drivers help dialog cut through
S-Force Pro Front Surround widens the soundstage
Dolby Digital decoding
HDMI cable included in the box

Cons

2.1 channels only, no rear speakers or upward drivers
No Dolby Atmos or DTS:X
Few inputs compared with larger bars
Bass depth limited by the 106mm subwoofer driver

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What reviewers say

Owners of Sony's entry 2.1 bars generally rate the dialog clarity and easy setup highly and like that the subwoofer is wireless. Criticism tends to land on the modest bass and the lack of immersive formats.

What people mention

Dialog clarityPraisedOwners say voices on TV and film sound clearer than through TV speakers.
BassMixedThe wireless subwoofer adds low end, but some owners find it short of deep, room-shaking bass.
SetupPraisedBuyers describe connecting it to a TV as quick, helped by the included HDMI cable.
Surround effectPraisedListeners say S-Force Pro spreads sound wider than the bar's physical width.
FormatsCriticisedReviewers note there is no Dolby Atmos or DTS:X support at this level.
ConnectivityCriticisedSome owners want more inputs than the bar provides.

About the Sony HT-SC40 2.1ch Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer

The Sony HT-SC40 is a 2.1-channel soundbar that comes with a wireless subwoofer. It supports Dolby Digital and uses S-Force PRO Front Surround to create a cinematic surround sound effect from the front speakers.

The soundbar uses X-Balanced Speaker Units for clear dialog. The wireless subwoofer adds deeper bass, and an HDMI cable is included.

Brand: Sony
Model: HT-SC40
Channels: 2.1ch
Audio format: Dolby Digital
Surround: S-Force PRO Front Surround
Speakers: X-Balanced Speaker Units
Subwoofer: Wireless, 106mm

Questions and answers

Does the subwoofer need a cable to the soundbar?: No. The subwoofer is wireless and pairs with the soundbar, so it only needs power from a wall outlet.
Does it support Dolby Atmos?: No. It decodes Dolby Digital and uses S-Force Pro Front Surround, but it has no Atmos or height channels.
Will it work with my TV?: It connects over HDMI, and an HDMI cable is included. It suits TVs with an HDMI ARC or optical output.
Is a separate subwoofer worth it over a bar alone?: Yes for movies and music. The 106mm subwoofer adds low end a bar-only setup cannot produce, though it is not a deep subwoofer.
How many channels does it have?: It is a 2.1-channel system: left and right in the bar plus the subwoofer, with virtual surround rather than rear speakers.
What is in the box?: The soundbar, the wireless subwoofer, an HDMI cable, a remote and power cables.
Where is the Sony HT-SC40 2.1ch Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer cheapest?: At WOFSPORTS, for $145.00, as of our latest check.