Sony HT-A5000
The Sony HT-A5000 soundbar is satisfactory for mixed usage. This soundbar comes with Sound Field Optimization, which automatically optimizes audio reproduction based on your room's unique acoustics. With this feature on, and its Vertical Surround Engine feature, it has a pretty neutral, though slightly U-shaped sound profile that adds boom in the bass and brightness in the treble. It's suitable for listening to many different types of audio content, and it also supports Dolby Atmos content. Unfortunately, there's a very limited selection of sound customization features available.
-- As reviewed by Rtings

Product details
- Fully enjoy the thrill of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X with Vertical Surround Engine, S-Force Pro Front Surround and 360 Spatial Sound Mapping
- 360 Spatial Sound that adapts to your environment available with optional rear speakers
- Sound Field Optimization calibrates to your environment for easy set up
- Vivid visuals and responsive game play with 8K and 4K/120 passthrough
- Immerse yourself in supreme music quality with Hi-Res Audio and 360 Reality Audio
- Customize your setup with two subwoofer choices and rear speakers sets (sold separately)
- Pairs with BRAVIA for easy access to soundbar controls and Acoustic Center Sync
PROS
+ Room correction feature.
+ Dialogue enhancement feature.
CONS
- No bass and treble adjustments.
- No graphic EQ.
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Expert reviews and ratings
By Rtings on December 09, 2021
The Sony HT-A5000 soundbar is satisfactory for mixed usage. This soundbar comes with Sound Field Optimization, which automatically optimizes audio reproduction based on your room's unique acoustics. With this feature on, and its Vertical Surround Engine feature, it has a pretty neutral, though slightly U-shaped sound profile that adds boom in the bass and brightness in the treble. It's suitable for listening to many different types of audio content, and it also supports Dolby Atmos content. Unfortunately, there's a very limited selection of sound customization features available.
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By CompsMag on March 21, 2023
Even though it doesn’t have the “wow” factor of Sony’s
90
By TrustedReviews on August 01, 2023
A powerful-sounding
80