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<\/a><\/p>\nSound 7.1.2<\/h3>\n
What makes the Sony HT-A7000 soundbar so special?\u00a0Let’s start with the speakers.\u00a0The 7.1.2 system has a total of 11 channels with a maximum output power of 500 watts.\u00a0This is already impressive.\u00a0Two speakers pointing up.\u00a0They generate overhead sound effects that really show through vertical surround technology and 3D sound formats such as\u00a0Dolby Atmos\u00a0and DTS: X.<\/p>\n
The dual subwoofer is located directly on the front panel.\u00a0Featuring the X-Balanced Speaker Unit, it provides maximum headroom for powerful bass.\u00a0Five front-facing speakers deliver crisp effects and dialogue.\u00a0A beam tweeter is responsible for the surround sound effect, reflecting sound off the walls.<\/p>\n
Thanks to S-Force Pro Front Surround technology, the unit can also be used for multi-dimensional sound.\u00a0Interestingly, this design closely resembles Samsung’s Acoustic Beam technology, which is supposed to distribute sound pressure evenly outward.<\/p>\n
DTS: X, Dolby Atmos and 360 Reality Audio<\/h3>\n
Sony’s new premium soundbar offers compelling 3D sound for movies, TV and music.\u00a0As mentioned, the HT-A7000 supports the popular DTS: X and Dolby Atmos 3D audio formats.\u00a0In addition, the HT-A7000 is the first model (in addition to compatible headphones) to offer Sony’s “360 Reality Audio” 3D virtualization room-filling.<\/p>\n
The Japanese electronics maker promises users a unique audio experience similar to those found in live concerts or studio sessions via Amazon Music HD or TIDAL.\u00a0For 360 Reality Audio, content must be properly prepared.\u00a0But regular music streams, in addition to high quality formats, should benefit from the capabilities of the Sony HT-A7000.<\/p>\n
DSEE Extreme is designed for a richer and more varied listening experience by reconstructing missing high frequencies using artificial intelligence (AI) in compressed digital music.<\/p>\n When playing audio streams, built-in technologies such as Chromecast, Spotify Connect and Apple\u00a0AirPlay 2\u00a0should also be mentioned\u00a0.\u00a0The HT-A7000 soundbar can also be controlled using voice commands via Google Assistant.<\/p>\n In terms of processing and sending visual content, the Sony HT-A7000 soundbar has already been updated.\u00a0Even if the\u00a0PS 5’s\u00a0own game console\u00a0does not yet support 8K HDR playback, the new HT-A7000 soundbar is already ready to transfer the resolution to a compatible 8K TV.<\/p>\n But who needs 8K?\u00a0Now more practical is support for 4K @ 120Hz, which is possible, for example, after the recent patch for Call of Duty: Warzone on PS5.\u00a0High dynamic range (HDR) video signals in HDR10, HLG (Hybrid-Log Gamma) and Dolby Vision HDR are also supported.<\/p>\n Sony HT-A7000 can be supplemented with SA-SW5 300W subwoofer, two SA-RS3S rear speakers or SA-SW3 200W subwoofer.\u00a0Recall that the Sony HT-A7000 already has two built-in subwoofers, which, however, cannot replace a “real” external subwoofer.\u00a0At least some surround sound lovers will think so.<\/p>\n And the action-packed 4K Blu-ray movie or shootout on the PlayStation 5 will really lift your spirits only when you really feel the bass.\u00a0Sony is also aware of this and is offering interested buyers two options for expanding the HT-A7000 soundbar.<\/p>\n The SA-SW5 Wireless Subwoofer with 180mm (7 ”) speaker diameter provides an additional 300W of power output.\u00a0The SA-SW3 subwoofer with a 6-inch speaker (160 mm) has a power of about 200 watts.\u00a0Both models should give the soundbar the necessary \u201cpunch\u201d as well as visually grab attention.<\/p>\n If you want to make the most of your compact audio system, you can easily connect two SA-RS3S wireless rear speakers to the HT-A7000 speaker panel.\u00a0The rear speakers are even suitable for wall mounting.\u00a0For example, they can be slightly raised behind the viewer’s seat.<\/p>\n The HT-A7000 breakout panel has two HDMI 2.1 inputs and one HDMI 2.1 output (with eARC) to provide the best audiovisual experience.\u00a0In addition, the device has an optical audio input, a 3.5 mm headphone jack and a USB type A port. The device does not support HDR10 + format.<\/p>\n HT-A7000 Price\u00a0<\/strong> The SA-RS3S wireless rear speaker expansion costs around \u00a3500. The manufacturer wants to get \u00a3 500 for the SA-SW3 wireless subwoofer, or \u00a3 800 for the SA-SW5. Thus, the combination of a soundbar and a subwoofer costs at least \u00a31,800.<\/p>\n Summing up the review of the HT-A7000 from Sony, it should be added that there is another option for expanding the Sony A7000 soundbar.\u00a0To complement it with the Sony HT-A9 360 spatial audio system!\u00a0In this case, the price will be much more expensive than buying a ready-made soundbar with the same number of active channels.<\/p>\n However, in this case, the user gets 4 additional speakers with wireless connection.\u00a0Overall, the Sony HT-A7000 will suit those users who appreciate surround sound, but at the same time do not have a place for a home theater.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\nDSEE Extreme<\/h3>\n
8K HDR and Dolby Vision support<\/h3>\n
Expansion of channels<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nConnections<\/h3>\n
\nThe device in\u00a0question is<\/strong>\u00a0definitely not cheap.\u00a0The Sony HT-A7000 has a suggested retail price of \u00a3 1,300. However, the A7000 has features that many soundbars from other manufacturers lack.\u00a0One example is the presence\u00a0of an HDMI 2.1 port\u00a0.<\/p>\nConclusion<\/h3>\n
Sony HT-A7000 Specifications<\/h3>\n