Sony
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9
The Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9 lands as a strong soundbar, built around 13.1.
70/100
13.1720 W5.0Alexa
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Why we rate it
- Dolby Atmos
- DTS:X
- HDMI eARC
- Above-average total power
- No subwoofer included
- No rear speakers included
Score profile
Scored against the soundbars classWhere the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Channels and drivers
Channels13.1
Total power720 W
Audio formats
Dolby AtmosYes
DTS:XYes
Ports and inputs
HDMI eARCYes
Optical inYes
Bluetooth5
Features
Voice assistantAlexa
App controlYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowSony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9 vs LG LG US70TY 3.1.3 Soundbar
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9LG US70TY 3.1.3 Soundbar
| SonySony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9This page | LGLG US70TY 3.1.3 Soundbar | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70 /100 | 71 /100Better |
| Channels | 13.1 | 3.1 |
| Max power | 720 WBetter | 400 W |
Who it's for
Is the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9 right for you?
Buy it if
Made for keen listeners
Listeners who care how it sounds who want a soundbar that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need subwoofer included, in which case a higher-tier soundbar is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9 worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 70/100 against other soundbars, a strong result where the class average is around 67.
What stands out on the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9?
Its dolby atmos stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the LG US70TY 3.1.3 Soundbar?
The LG US70TY 3.1.3 Soundbar scores 71/100 versus this one at 70/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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