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Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 5 Soundbar
HTB500
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$499
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Product Overview
Key Features
- Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force PRO Front Surround
- 3.1 channel soundbar and subwoofer setup
- Dolby Atmos and DTS:X decoding
- 250 Watt total output
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Sony
- Model Number:
- HTB500
- Speaker Setup:
- Soundbar + Subwoofer
- Channels:
- 3.1
- Total Output:
- 250W
- Wireless Connections:
- Bluetooth v5.3
Audio
- Sound:
- 3.1CH
- Decoding:
- Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
- Music Streaming:
- Bluetooth
Media Players
- Playback Formats:
- AAC, SBC
Connections
- Wired Connections:
- HDMI OUT (eARC/ARC)
Options
- Remote Control:
- Yes
- Sound Modes:
- Night Mode, Voice Mode
General Information
- Type:
- Soundbar
- Colour:
- Black
- Family:
- Bravia Theatre Bar 5
- What's In The Box:
- AC Cord, Quick setup guide, Reference guide, Remote control + batteries, Wall mounting template, Warranty card
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Audio
- Sound:
- 3.1CH
- Decoding:
- Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
- Music Streaming:
- Bluetooth
Connections
- Wired Connections:
- HDMI OUT (eARC/ARC)
General Information
- Type:
- Soundbar
- Colour:
- Black
- Family:
- Bravia Theatre Bar 5
- What's In The Box:
- AC Cord, Quick setup guide, Reference guide, Remote control + batteries, Wall mounting template, Warranty card
Subwoofer Dimensions
- Subwoofer Height (mm):
- 388
- Subwoofer Width (mm):
- 192
- Subwoofer Depth (mm):
- 400
- Subwoofer Weight (kg):
- 7.3
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 64
- Product Width (mm):
- 900
- Product Depth (mm):
- 100
- Product Weight (kg):
- 3
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 248
- Box Width (mm):
- 968
- Box Depth (mm):
- 530
- Box Weight (kg):
- 14
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At a glance
The Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 5 is a compact 3.1 channel soundbar with a wireless subwoofer built for clearer TV dialogue and more cinematic movie sound in everyday living rooms. It suits people who want easy setup, strong vocal clarity and modern TV connectivity. Its main limitation is that it is less enveloping than larger premium systems with rear speakers.
What it’s great for
- Movie Watching
- TV Dialogue Clarity
- Everyday Streaming
- Music Playback
- Apartment-Friendly Home Entertainment
Where it works best
- Living Room
- Apartment Lounge
- Bedroom TV Setup
- Small to Medium Media Room
Who it’s for
- Movie Lover
- Everyday Home Viewer
- Apartment Dweller
- Family Household
- User Wanting Clear Speech
Things to consider
It delivers strong virtual surround for its size, but it will not match the room-filling immersion of premium soundbar packages with dedicated rear speakers and more advanced multi-channel setups.
Tv compatibility score
9/10 - Compact size, HDMI eARC/ARC and strong integration with compatible Sony Bravia TVs make it easy to match with modern televisions.
Movie night suitability
8/10 - Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and the wireless subwoofer give films a cinematic lift, though it is not as enveloping as systems with rear speakers.
Music playback quality
7/10 - Clean, convenient wireless music playback with solid bass, but it is tuned more for TV and film than dedicated hi-fi listening.
Room size suitability
Small to medium rooms
Installation ease
Easy - compact bar, wireless subwoofer, included remote, wall mounting template and app support simplify setup.
Key benefits
- 3.1 Channel Audio: Gives movies and TV more depth and separation than standard TV speakers.
- Dedicated Centre Speaker: Helps keep dialogue anchored and easier to understand during busy scenes.
- Voice Mode: Improves speech clarity for news, drama and late-night viewing.
- Wireless Subwoofer: Adds fuller, more impactful bass without needing a cable run back to the bar.
- Dolby Atmos and DTS:X Decoding: Creates a more cinematic sense of space with supported movie and TV soundtracks.
- Bluetooth 5.3: Lets you stream music wirelessly from a compatible phone or tablet.
- HDMI eARC/ARC: Supports simple single-cable connection to a compatible TV for high-quality audio.
- Compact 6.4 cm High Design: Fits under many TVs more easily without blocking the screen.
Q: Does the Sony HTB500 have an HDMI input for a console or Blu-ray player?
A: No. The HTB500 lists one HDMI connection and it is HDMI OUT with eARC/ARC for linking the soundbar to a TV. Source devices such as a console or Blu-ray player would normally connect to the TV, not directly to this soundbar.
Q: Can the Sony HTB500 play Dolby Atmos from TV apps like Netflix or Disney+?
A: Yes, when the TV supports ARC or eARC, the HTB500 can receive audio over HDMI and decode Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. eARC is the better match for higher-bandwidth formats, while basic ARC support can be more limited by the TV.
Q: Is Bluetooth the best way to connect the Sony HTB500 to a TV?
A: No. Bluetooth 5.3 is handy for streaming music from a phone or tablet, but HDMI eARC/ARC is the better connection for TV sound. HDMI supports the bar's surround processing and avoids the format and lip-sync limits that Bluetooth can introduce.
Q: Does the Sony HTB500 come with a separate subwoofer, and what does 3.1 channel mean?
A: Yes. The HTB500 includes a soundbar and separate subwoofer, and its 3.1 channel layout means left, centre and right channels plus bass. That dedicated centre channel is useful if dialogue often gets buried under music or action effects.
Q: Is the Sony HTB500 a good fit if clear dialogue matters more than extra rear speakers?
A: Yes. The HTB500 has a dedicated centre channel in its 3.1 layout plus Voice Mode, so it is aimed at clearer speech than many 2.1 bars. It does not include rear speakers, so it suits buyers prioritising simple setup over full room wraparound sound.
Q: Will the Sony HTB500 fit under most TVs without blocking the screen?
A: Usually, but it depends on the TV stand height. The soundbar is 64 mm high, 900 mm wide and 100 mm deep, so it suits many living room setups. Measure the clearance between your TV stand and the lower screen edge before choosing bench placement.