Sony HT-A9 High Performance Home Theater System

$1,798.00 OR

Regular Price: $1,999.99

Save: $201.99 (10%)

Savings include $200 instant rebate. Offer ends 4/2/2023.
In Stock

More Product Details

Our product experts are here to help

Questions? We're here to help.

Model: HTA9 UPC: 027242921191 Item: 177154

Product Information

A new frontier of surround sound

Immerse yourself in a multi-dimensional audio experience with the HT-A9 Home Theater System. Unique 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology calibrates sound to your room for an environment that seems to expand beyond the walls.

360 Spatial Sound experience, like you're in the scene

Surrounded on all sides by multiple phantom speakers within an optimized sound field, you’ll hear every flap of wing and gust of wind with incredible intensity. It’s like you and your living room are inside the movie.

Flexible layout for any situation

Reduce clutter and enjoy a simple setup without a need for extra cables. HT-A9’s speakers wirelessly connect to the control box, allowing you to place them anywhere in the room. Sound Field Optimization allows you to have the speakers at different heights and distances and will measure the position of each speaker to create the best sound for your room.

Connect wirelessly 

Place the control box near the TV and link up via HDMI. The four speakers connect wirelessly to the control box so there are no cables across your living space.

Sound Field Optimization

Activate Sound Field Optimization any time by performing Easy Setup from the home menu on the TV screen. The HT-A9 Home Theater System intelligently measures the distance between speakers and ceiling for smart and easy setup.

Features:

  • 360 Spatial Sound Mapping for a whole new surround experience with Dolby Atmos® and DTS: X®
  • Flexible layout with wireless connectivity
  • Hi-Res Audio capable X-Balanced speaker units
  • Immersive Audio Enhancement converts regular audio to near 7.1.4 Ch
  • Vivid visuals and fast-paced gameplay with 8K and 4K/120 passthrough
  • Stream your way with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, and Apple AirPlay 2
  • Customize your setup with two subwoofer choices
  • Pairs with BRAVIA for easy access to home theater system controls
  • Control content with your voice using Google Assistant and Alexa
  • Premium audio made easy with onscreen user interface for sound adjustments

Specifications

Specifications

  • Amplifier
    • Amplifier Type: Digital Amplifier, 5-Master HX
    • Amplifier Channels: 12ch
    • Power Output (Total): 504W
  • Interface
    • Input and Output Terminals: USB type A (FW Update only), Ethernet, 5-Center Out
    • IEEE802.11 version: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
    • Bluetooth: RX (receiver) / TX (transmitter)
    • HDCP2.2: Yes
  • HDMI
    • Number of Input/Output: 1/1 (eARC/ARC)
    • eARC: Yes
    • 4K/60p/YUV4:4:4: Yes
    • HDR: Yes
    • Dolby Vision™ Compatible: Yes
    • HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma): Yes
    • BRAVIA Sync: Yes
    • HDMI CEC: Yes
  • Audio Formats
    • HDMI Input: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Dual Mono, DTS, DTS HD High Resolution Audio, DTS HD Master Audio, DTS ES, DTS 96/24, DTS:X, LPCM
    • HDMI eARC: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Dual Mono, DTS, DTS HD High Resolution Audio, DTS HD Master Audio, DTS ES, DTS 96/24, DTS:X, LPCM
    • Bluetooth (Receiver): AAC, SBC, LDAC
    • Bluetooth (Transmitter): SBD, LDAC
  • Sound Function
    • Sound Mode: Auto Sound, Cinema, Music
    • Sound Effect: Night Mode, Voice Mode, Immersive Audio Enhancement
    • Viturtal Sound Technology: 360 Spatial Sound Mapping, Dolby Surround, Nural:X
  • Speaker Layout
    • Speaker Structure: 4.0.4 ch
  • Network Function
    • Network Function: Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, Music Service Button, Google Home, Works with Google Assistant
  • Details
    • Power Consumption: Control Box 15W / Speaker 22W
  • Features for PlayStation®5: AUTO TONE HDR MAPPING compatible (Pass-through)* AUTO GENRE PICTURE MODE compatible (Pass-through)* *Requires firmware update released Spring 2022

What's in the Box

What's in the Box

  • 4 Speakers
  • Remote Commander
  • HDMI cable
  • AC Adapter
  • Warranty Card
  • Quick Setup Guide
  • Manual

Reviews

We'd love to hear your thoughts! Please leave a review.

Customer Reviews for Sony HT-A9 High Performance Home Theater System

4.0 / 5.0
62 Reviews
5 Stars
4 Stars
3 Stars
2 Stars
1 Star
32
15
6
4
5
Rated 3 out of 5
Bad out of the box
ARC/eARC interface defective. Several hours of troubleshooting over several days with Sony technicians, narrowed the problem to the.HT-A9 controller. Sony wanted me to send it in to one of their authorized dealers for repair. Instead, I opted to exchange it with Amazon. The new system worked perfectly. Big pain.
February 16, 2023
Originally posted at
Sony
Rated 5 out of 5
Amazing Atmos affect and stunning sound quality.
Bought the HT A9 as a treat to myself. Ater doing a bit of homework the reviews seemed to good to be true as all reviews were positive. Set up took minutes and everything seamlessly connected. Movies and music have a whole new life and 360 audio is just brilliant. The sound bubble is also phenomenal.
February 10, 2023
Originally posted at
Sony
Rated 5 out of 5
Soundly Brilliant
I have been up grading through the years from stereo to 5.1 to 7.1 and now spatial sound this has got to be the best,4 speakers and little box of tricks that give original movie sound and all setup with ease.
Sony has cornered the market and I am over the moon with the result. Highly recommended
February 9, 2023
Originally posted at
Sony
Rated 5 out of 5
best soundbar i heard
this is the best soundbar i heard , actually it is not a sound bar ,i have the sennheiser ambeo bud the surround sound is much better with the sony, a critical point of sound can be lost.
February 6, 2023
Originally posted at
Sony
Rated 4 out of 5
Sub woofer not included
Sub woofer is an optional extra. Disappointing, given the c £1800 price tag.got a Samsung sub, but not Bluetooth compatible with the Sony unit.
February 1, 2023
Originally posted at
Sony
Rated 5 out of 5
Great for music and home theater
enjoy high-quality sound when listening to music and watching movies in the home theater!
February 1, 2023
Originally posted at
Sony
Rated 5 out of 5
New surround system & should have done it sooner
I have hesitated over this purchase as I had hoped to see it instore for a demo but have struggled to find this anywhere even on display. However, after reading all the reviews & spec I decided to change my existing Sony sound system for this & the added sa-sw5 subwoofer. I am delighted with the product & sound generated. It was well worth adding the sa-sw5 & my music listening is so enhanced, the availability of tracks for playing on the 360 Spatial audio format is good, the control buttons are easy to identify & allow me to increase rear speaker & bass level which I have found great for our living space. The sound within the room is way beyond the clarity at lower level than I expected after my previous system. Will continue to explore various modes & options available from the system but so far after first 2 weeks I am really pleased with this system. The pairing to my Sony TV was so easy & I am not a technical expert so go ahead if you are thinking of buying this system.
I agree that cable length for speakers could be improved, or Sony could offer them as an extra over option to buy at same time. The colour of the speakers is ok but again a small negative would be options on colour would have suited my exiting decor.
Could Sony not offer a discount if we traded in our old equipment? Sorry if this is already an option I have never come across it with Sony but have used it for other electronic suppliers.
The technical support from Sony prior to making the purchase was superb so well done, they are a credit to your company.
January 27, 2023
Originally posted at
Sony
Rated 4 out of 5
Amazing sound but disappointing connection
I am amazed by the sound quality of the system. Not only do they produce great sound, they also look neat and more subtle compared to a soundbar. However, I have many issues with the sound suddenly dropping out or the system not producing sound upon exiting stand-by. I have tried all the recommended rectifications issued by Sony and had the system replaced by a new set under warranty but the second one also has issues, perhaps a bit less compared to the first set, but this shouldn't be the case for such an expensive sound system. Nonetheless, I am still happy with the purchase, especially when paired with the SA-SW5 subwoofer (the bass it can produce is astounding!).
January 19, 2023
Originally posted at
Sony
Rated 5 out of 5
You get what you pay for!
A Christmas treat for myself and what a treat. A couple blips setting up, but I'm no Bill Gates! Once set up WOW . And the guys from Sony Leeds most helpful and patient. See for yourself.
January 11, 2023
Originally posted at
Sony
Rated 3 out of 5
Seems Overrated Everywhere
I've been waiting to get my hands on this for over a year. Massive stock shortages as well as the steep price have held me back.
Every single review and video though rates this as just about the best you can buy.
I'm not so sure. First real world problem is speaker range. You're supposed to be able to put the speakers anywhere but I had terrible trouble with the front dropping signals. I had to move it closer to the TV than I wanted.
The control box doesn't like being in a cupboard either as that will make the speakers drop out regularly.

The other problem is I'm just not convinced yet about the sound. It's devastatingly loud and clear with the sub and volume up (I only have the smaller SW3) but at normal volumes it sounds a little muffled and confused as to where the sound is placing itself. Some shows where the camera changes quickly and the direction of speech change confuse it, which sounds like speakers dropping out but they're not.

I'm torn as I really don't want a soundbar in front of my TV, but this system is far from perfect and a lack of acknowledgement in reviews for it's downsides is bad, especially at the very high price point.
I can't recommend it to anyone due to that price tag and the issues.
January 9, 2023
Originally posted at
Sony

Q&A

Customer Q & A

Have a functionality, compatibility, or otherwise product-specific question about this product? Ask it here! If you have a customer service or shipping question, please direct it to our customer service department

Start typing your question and we'll check if it was already asked and answered. Learn More
No questions have been asked about this item. Be the first!
Top