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Black horizontal soundbar with rounded ends and fabric grille, shown from the front

Sony

Sony HT-A5000 5.1.2ch Dolby Atmos Soundbar (2021)

SKU CH-YYM4-2QGAN

A 5.1.2-channel soundbar with built-in subwoofers and up-firing speakers for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, plus 8K and 4K/120 passthrough

  • Audio channels5.1.2
  • Speaker setupCenter Channel Surround
  • Size and weight10.69
  • Product typeSoundBar
  • Product colorBlack
  • Key featuresBluetooth
  • 1.2 channels with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for immersive surround sound
  • Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force Pro Front Surround create overhead audio effects
  • Sound Field Optimization calibrates audio to your room automatically
  • 8K and 4K/120 passthrough delivers vivid visuals and responsive gameplay
  • Hi-Res Audio and 360 Reality Audio support provide supreme music quality

5.1.2ch Dolby Atmos soundbar

The Sony HT-A5000 is a 5.1.2 channel soundbar with built-in subwoofers and up-firing speakers that deliver Dolby Atmos and DTS:X audio. It suits viewers who want immersive surround sound from a single compact unit without running extra speaker wires.

8K and 4K/120 passthrough limits

The HDMI inputs pass 8K and 4K at 120 Hz video signals through to the television while decoding lossless audio formats. Buyers who need more HDMI ports than the bar provides or who require eARC on an older TV should check their display specifications before purchasing.

5.1.2 channel configuration decides fit

The fixed 5.1.2 speaker layout handles height and surround effects internally, but low-frequency impact stays within the integrated subwoofers. Listeners who want deeper bass extension or discrete rear channels must add the optional subwoofer and rear-speaker kits sold separately.

How it compares

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Price $404.99
Pricier than about 82% of the 1,147 comparable items (median $133.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameSONY
Model nameHT-A5000
Product typeSoundBar
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Audio channels5.1.2
Speaker setupCenter Channel Surround
Size & build
Size and weight10.69
In the box
In the boxSoundbar, Power Cable, Remote, Batteries
More details
Remote controllerYes

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 5.1.2ch version or a simpler soundbar?

The 5.1.2ch configuration adds two up-firing speakers and built-in subwoofers to the standard surround layout, creating height effects for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X that a basic bar cannot produce.

What does the 5.1.2 channel number mean when I am watching a film?

It means five main channels, one low-frequency channel and two overhead channels, so effects like rain or helicopters move above you while dialogue stays anchored at the centre.

How does the 8K and 4K/120 passthrough affect my console gaming?

The HDMI input passes 8K video and 4K at 120 frames per second straight to the TV, so the soundbar does not limit the resolution or refresh rate your console can deliver.

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