Sony HT-A9

504 W, 4.0.4 Channel
56Ratings
BrandMore from Sony
Test reportsVery good based on 7 tests
Currently out of stock

Product details

Key specifications

Soundbar type
Surround Soundbar
Wireless speakers
Rear speakers
Audio channel
4.0.4 Channel
Equipment + functions
Bluetooth, 
NFC, 
Spotify Connect, 
Wi-Fi
Audio technology
Dolby Atmos, 
DTS, 
DTS-HD Master
Item number
16481852

General information

Manufacturer
Sony
Category
Sound bars
Manufacturer no.
HTA9.CEL
Release date
20.7.2021

Colour

Colour group
Grey
Exact colour description
Light grey

Multimedia functions

Soundbar type
Surround Soundbar
Audio channel
4.0.4 Channel
Wireless speakers
Rear speakers
Nominal power
504 W
Multiroom standard
Airplay 2, 
Chromecast
Equipment + functions
Bluetooth, 
NFC, 
Spotify Connect, 
Wi-Fi
Network features
Chromecast(built-in), 
Cloud music services, 
Spotify Connect
Bluetooth version
5.0
Bluetooth profiles
AAC, 
LDAC, 
SBC
Audio technology
Dolby Atmos, 
DTS, 
DTS-HD Master
Audio formats
AAC, 
LDAC, 
LPCM, 
SBC

Connections

Audio inputs
USB Type C
Video connections
HDMI IN (1x), 
HDMI OUT (1x)
HDMI features
ARC, 
eARC, 
HDCP 2.2, 
HDMI CEC, 
VRR
Data ports
RJ45 (1x), 
USB
USB features
Software Updates (Service only)

Smart home features

Smart home ecosystem
Google Assistant

Power supply

Power consumption
37 W
Power consumption (standby)
0.50 W

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100, 
SBTi

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
AC Cables, 
HDMI cable

Product dimensions

Height
31.30 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
14.70 cm
Weight
16 kg

Package dimensions

Length
73 cm
Width
46 cm
Height
21 cm
Weight
15.55 kg

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Sound bars» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 7.Creative
  • 8.Sharp
  • 8.Sony
  • 10.Hisense
  • 10.LG

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Philips
  • 2.Sony
  • 3.Samsung
  • 4.Bose
  • 5.LG

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Sound bars» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 7.Philips
  • 7.Razer
  • 9.Sony
  • 10.Panasonic
  • 11.Bose
Source: Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good90/100
Very good87/100
hifi.deSingle testReleaseFebruary 2023
  • PositiveGreat three-dimensional sound
  • PositiveVery good calibration
  • PositiveFlexible installation options
  • NegativeQuite high price
  • NegativeSomewhat unclean processing

What Sony delivers with the HT-A9 is unusual - but damn fun. Instead of relying on a classic soundbar, you get four individual speakers that are installed quickly and without annoying connecting cables. The distribution in the room and the pleasant size of the speakers allow the home cinema sound to spread out so much better...

Good70/100
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CT MagazinSingle testReleaseMay 2022

Sony's HT-A9 cannot compete with a full-fledged home cinema system, but at least with an additional subwoofer and a matching Sony TV as a "centre speaker" it still catches up in terms of sound - especially since the 3D effect comes across really clearly in a room with a matching ceiling. Consequently, the set is recommended above all for users who already have a Sony TV with "Acoustic Center Sync"...