Sony: a speaker to wear among the new proposals for high-level home theater

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Sony unveiled the new high-end home theater range that includes the Sony HT-A9 surround system, the two HT-A7000 and HT-A5000 soundbars and the new Sony SRS-NS7 wearable speaker which, placed on the shoulders and designed to wrap the neck, guarantees a personalized spatial sound.

The system and the two soundbars, which are compatible with the advanced functions of the PS5, can be connected with a dedicated cable, included in the scope of delivery, to BRAVIA TVs equipped with Acoustic Center Sync and can therefore exploit the technology designed to ensure that voices and sounds come from the precise point on the screen where the related dialogue or action takes place.

The main novelty is undoubtedly the loudspeaker Sony SRS-NS7 wearable

Sony HT-A9 - 12 virtual emitters for 360-degree sound

The Sony HT-A9 home theater system, already available for 1800 euros, uses Sound Field Optimization technology to detect position of the four physical speakers, height included, in order to recreate the effect of 12 virtual emitters capable of recreating 360-degree audio.

Despite virtualization, the system promises an audio intensity that immerses the viewer in the scene and uses wireless speakers that can then be positioned as desired. It can also be enhanced with an optional subwoofer, for more powerful bass.

Sony HT-A9 home theater data sheet

Configuration: 4 independent speakers and control box Amplifier: Digital amplifier, S-Master HX, 12 channels Power: 504 W total Certifications: Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS (X / HD / HDMA / ES / 96-24), LPCM 2 Connectivity: HDMI (EARC), USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, S-Center Out, Bluetooth RX / TX Dimensions: speakers: 160 x 313 x 147 mm, command center: 150 x 150 x 52 mm

Sony HT-A7000 - 7.1.2 channels and vertical sound

The equipment of the Sony soundbar, available from September for 1330 euros, consists of 7.1.2 channels, with two loudspeakers aimed towards the ceiling to ensure, together with the two tweeters and the five front speakers with S-Force PRO Front Surround technology that simulates the sounds coming from the sides, a sound able to envelop the viewer.

The accuracy of the vertical sound is guaranteed by the Vertical Surround Engine of HT-A7000, part of an equipment that includes the aforementioned Sound Field Optimization, designed to automatically optimize the sound based on the environmental measurements of the two microphones, and the support for Dolby Atmos and DTS: X. It also features optional subwoofer and rear speakers to enhance the home theater experience.

Sony HT-A7000 soundbar data sheet

Configuration: 7.1.2 channels with vertical speakers dedicated and integrated subwoofer Amplifier: Digital amplifier, S-Master HX, 11 channels Power: 500 W total Certifications: Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS (X / HD / HDMA / ES / 96-24), LPCM 2 Connectivity : HDMI (EARC), optical port, stereo mini analog input, USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 Dimensions: 1300 x 80 x 142 mm Weight: 8.7 Kg

Sony HT-A5000 - less channels but same technologies

While giving up two speakers, the Sony HT-A5000 soundbar, available from early 2022, still features emitters pointing towards the ceiling, S-Force PRO Front Surround technology to simulate side sounds and microphones for environmental detection that allow the device to optimize the sound according to the surrounding space .

To ensure the effectiveness of virtual surround sound, Sony soundbars use X-BalancedSpeaker speakers that promise a wide and intense sound field. Even in this case, however, it is possible to use optional subwoofers and speakers to integrate virtual and physical sound as a function of a real home theater system.

Sony HT-A5000 soundbar data sheet

Configuration: 5.1.2 channels with dedicated vertical speakers and integrated subwoofer Amplifier: Digital amplifier, S-Master HX, 9 channels Power: 500 W total Certifications: Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS (X / HD / HDMA / ES / 96-24), LPCM 2 Connectivity: HDMI (EARC), optical port, stereo mini analog input, USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 Dimensions: 1210 x 67 x 140 mm Weight: 6.1 Kg

Sony SRS-NS7: the new wearable cinema

The Sony wearable speaker is paired with the WLA-NS7 wireless transmitter, will be available from November for 300 euros, and wraps around the neck , promising immersive and personalized sound without the need for headphones. And it's a custom sound. The device uses the 360 ​​Spatial Sound Personalizer application which, by analyzing a photo of the user's ear, recreates a specific audio profile.

Millimeter calibration therefore, at least on paper, together with 5-band equalization, hands-free like soundbars for voice controls, range of 30 meters, autonomy of 12 hours and a consumption of 7.5 W which, combined with the USB cable -C, allows you to use a huge number of devices for charging, guaranteeing unlimited sessions.

Sony SRS-NS7 wearable speaker data sheet

Configuration: full range Autonomy: 12 hours (7.5 W recharge) Speaker dimensions: 32ΦX33mm Water resistance: IPX4 proof splash Connectivity: USB-C, Bluetooth 5.0 (30 mt) Dimensions: 244x 53 x 185mm Weight: 319 g

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