Another benefit of the wireless system is its portability. You do not need several cables along with the subwoofer. If you are placing it from one location to another, it is still straightforward. 2. Explosive Bass Plus, you can also do it manually if you want. It takes seconds to set up and connect. Once it is sorted, you are now able to enjoy the unmatchable bass experience of the Bluetooth subwoofer. Sony SA-SW5 300W Wireless Subwoofer Cons 1. Not a Standalone Device

Converted to Test Bench 1.1. With this update, we've added a Mounting test and added information about Subwoofer Output, Spotify Connect, and Microphone Mute. Another critical component we mentioned in Sony SA-SW5 300W wireless subwoofer is the separated notch edge. It enhances vertical amplitude symmetry, allowing the device to offer clear quality. The A7000 produces powerful, cinematic audio and an immersive, detailed soundfield from a single soundbar that impresses more than most multi-box systems. Throughout the film, dialogue is naturalistically, and often quietly, spoken – but once again the A7000 shows excellent presence, and while adding in the Sony TV to bolster the centre channel doesn’t dramatically alter the already impressive soundfield, it nicely adds to the openness and character of voices. Should you need it there’s a dialogue boost setting, and if you’re watching DTS:X content you can individually adjust the dialogue level using the remote. My use-case may not be the best since I wasn't looking for a soundbar exclusively for TV/films, my driver was music. I tried all the sound settings, cinema, music, standard and immersive AI, but IMHO they sounded worse than my current setup, and in I felt a little too processed.

Sony HT-A7000 Review

Sony’s A9 speaker system redefines accessible home cinema sound with an innovative, immersive and flexible solution.” ’What Hi-Fi?’ – 5 Star review. The HT-A7000 comes with a remote control, power cable, and an HDMI cable—enough to get you up and running by connecting the soundbar’s HDMI out to your TV’s HDMI eARC/ARC input. The two HDMI inputs incorporate your streaming media box, game console, Blu-ray player, or other components. Are you new to using speakers and subwoofers? Well, it is not difficult at all. Thanks to Sony SA-SW5 300W wireless connection, you can easily connect to your soundbar. It automatically establishes the connection and indicates a green light to show it is set up.

In terms of stereo imaging and soundstage, there’s a lot to like about the HT-A7000 - it’s a very musically talented soundbar. Testing out some 360 Reality Audio music, you get a real room-filling sound with a clear idea of where all the instruments are located. Another Sony proprietary technology, Separated Notch Edge, uses an innovative woofer surround to reduce cone distortion. Less distortion means a cleaner, punchier sound, without the excessive ‘boom’ and wallow that can afflict some subwoofers. Subwoofers and speakers are usually quite expensive. If you have already bought a soundbar, you might think that purchasing an optional addition is useless. But, that’s not the case with Sony SA-SW5 300W. The double woofers on the front of the bar do provide a bit of oomph - especially when you crank the volume up above the 60% mark - but they in no way replace what a discrete subwoofer can provide. The same can be said for the upfiring speakers and drivers responsible for surround sound that come off as a little weaker than what we’d like. All things considered, Sony SA-SW5 300W is still an optional device. And for that factor, it is expensive. Many TVs cost less than the subwoofer itself. On the surface, the subwoofer can be considered an extension of Sony’s speakers. FAQs About Sony SA-SW5 300W Wireless Subwoofer How do I connect my wireless subwoofer to my soundbar?

I,ve paired mine with an XR65A80J OLED, and to be honest the effect is amazingly cinematic. The tv is a stunner and the bar just adds the boom. The sound from the a80 was already good because it uses “acoustic surface” which is amazing in and of itself, but because the pairing is all on brand the bar uses that AS as an extra centre speaker. The subwoofer has concentric cuts on the edge. It maneuvers the stress inside and outside the diaphragm. How to Use Sony SA-SW5 300W Wireless Subwoofer Final thoughts: I ended up returning the SW3 and keeping the SW5 because I liked it’s sound profile more. But is the SW5 really better than the SW3? Not really, I think both subs have their strengths in different areas. The SW3 would be great for apartment-dwellers, or anyone with sensitive neighbors. Even at low volumes, the SW3 provided me with an exciting movie/gaming experience with it’s punchy mid-bass. The SW5 really shines when you turn up the volume enough to make use of it’s passive radiator and send deep detailed bass notes throughout your room. Well, it depends on the type you choose. If you opt for a standalone subwoofer, you will not need a soundbar to connect it. However, if you are using it with the home theater system, it is an optional device to provide better results. Either way, it is not necessary to own a subwoofer. It is an additional device that makes your experience much more enjoyable, immersive, and entertaining. Final Thoughts

The Sony HT-A9, consisting of four identical-looking wireless speakers and a hub that connects to your TV, is keen to offer a third way, reconciling convenience with improved sound quality and consistent coverage. But it also aims to offer something that neither of these categories currently does: a flexible, complete Dolby Atmos cinema, in one box.I have many Sony products, from the AV amp, 4k BluRay and turntable, and even an Xperia 1III mobile which can play high-res spacial audio via Tidal over LDAC, therefore I wanted the Sony Soundbar as I felt it would play nice with the rest of the kit. Fortunately, it did work with everything, including the AV amp with turntable and FM radio. I connected the 3.5mm audio cable from the headphone out on the AV amp to the analog input on the soundbar. A wireless subwoofer means that it requires no wires or cables to connect with the soundbar or other devices. However, that does not prevent its power source. You will still need a power cable to connect and start the device. Is it necessary to buy a subwoofer? Many home cinema enthusiasts feel that the sonic trade-offs of a soundbar are simply too significant for them to be worth considering. Still, the impracticality of a full system, especially in smaller homes or for those with children, makes them prohibitive to most people. Both options rely on fairly strict placement to create a ‘sweet spot’ for listening, which is often frustratingly narrow, and in the case of soundbars, front-heavy with inadequate rear speakers that often seem tagged on as an afterthought. A small remote, similar to the A7000’s, is included, and, like its soundbar sibling, the HT-A9 also benefits from a fully integrated on-screen set-up and options menu if you own a compatible Bravia TV (Z9J, A90J, A80J, X95J, X90J, X85J or X80J series).

Skipping ahead to the disorientating maypole scene, we try some more challenging speaker layouts (recalibrating the system each time). The HT-A9’s adaptability in this respect is commendable. While it may not have constructed a perfect ‘bubble’, it does create a very forgiving, well-blended soundfield, with an easy flow and handover between each speaker. Most importantly, no matter how haphazard our speaker positions, the sound design never feels off-kilter or detracts from the action on-screen. However, it's worth noting that the SA-SW5 is designed as a dedicated subwoofer and does not include built-in speakers for full-range audio reproduction. This means that you'll need to pair it with a separate audio system or speakers to enjoy a complete audio setup. While this may be a minor inconvenience, it allows you the flexibility to choose the main speakers that best suit your preferences and requirements.

I’ll add the rear speakers at some point when they go on sale, but at the moment I couldn’t really be happier with it. The explosive bass is produced by maximizing the magnetic force. Since it drives the voice coil, the subwoofer offers clear sound. One of the biggest gripes we’ve heard about some TVs supporting just one or two HDMI 2.1 ports is that one of those belongs to the eARC port on the TV. The HT-A7000 allows you to effectively use that one eARC port as two more HDMI 2.1 ports - which is a huge boon for folks who have two (or more) HDMI 2.1 devices that need to be plugged in. Don’t buy it if…