SeekerSony HT-A3000
The Sony HT-A3000 is decent for mixed usage. It's a simple 3.1 bar with a discrete center channel to improve the clarity of dialogue in your audio. When you listen to stereo content, including most music and TV shows, voices and instruments are pretty clear in the mix. As with most standalone bars, though, there's a lack of emphasis in the low-bass that reduces the amount of rumble you feel. While it can playback more advanced audio formats, it has to downmix surround and height content into stereo, so you can't enjoy the more immersive feel.
-- As reviewed by Rtings
Product details
- Get the full effect of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X with Sony’s Vertical Surround Engine, S-Force PRO Front Surround and 360 Spatial Sound Mapping.Waterproof : No
- 360 Spatial Sound that adapts to your environment available with optional rear speakers
- Sound Field Optimization easily calibrates the HT-A3000 to your room
- Immersive surround sound from built-in dual subwoofers and three front speakers including a center channel for clear dialogue
- Music comes to life with 360 Reality Audio
- Enhance your set up with optional wireless subwoofers and rear speakers
- Pair the HT-A3000 with a BRAVIA XR TV to enjoy Acoustic Center Sync and easy access to the soundbar controls
PROS
+ Subwoofer and satellites sold separately.
+ Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Apple AirPlay 2, and Chromecast built-in compatibility.
CONS
- Downmixes surround and height content.
- Lacks low-bass.
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Expert reviews and ratings
By Rtings on October 18, 2022
The Sony HT-A3000 is decent for mixed usage. It's a simple 3.1 bar with a discrete center channel to improve the clarity of dialogue in your audio. When you listen to stereo content, including most music and TV shows, voices and instruments are pretty clear in the mix. As with most standalone bars, though, there's a lack of emphasis in the low-bass that reduces the amount of rumble you feel. While it can playback more advanced audio formats, it has to downmix surround and height content into stereo, so you can't enjoy the more immersive feel.
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By Pocket-Lint on March 06, 2023
We enjoyed our time testing the Sony HT-A3000. It's feature packed and produces great sound as an all-in-one solution. We just wish that the additional speakers were more affordable, as they greatly enhance the experience.
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