Hi-Res Audio certification, 360 Reality Audio compatibility and DSEE Ultimate for audio processing, full connectivity (Bluetooth 5.2, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect).
Films & series
Very good
Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and 360 Spatial Sound Mapping with 13 speakers, Acoustic Center Sync for synchronisation with BRAVIA TVs, Voice Zoom 3 for dialogue.
Sport
Good
Voice Zoom 3 improves commentary clarity and 360 Spatial Sound Mapping recreates the stadium atmosphere, but there is no specific optimisation for this type of content.
Gaming
Very good
HDMI 2.1 with 4K 120Hz HDR pass-through, VRR and ALLM for consoles, direct wired PS5 connection, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for spatial immersion.
Medium to large room
Very good
360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology creating 12 virtual speakers, 13 speakers including side and upward-firing ones to fill the room, 130 cm width suited to large screens.
Bravia Theatre Bar 9 soundbar, 13 speakersDolby Atmos, DTS:X and 360 Spatial Sound MappingHDMI 2. 1 with 4K 120 Hz HDR pass-through, VRR and ALLMWi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.
The SONY HTA9000.CEL Bravia Theatre Bar 9 soundbar features 13 speakers arranged in a front, side and vertical configuration. It is aimed at users with a compatible TV who are looking for a compact audio solution, 130 cm wide and weighing 5.5 kg.
The system delivers Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, complemented by 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology that generates up to 12 virtual phantom speakers in the room. The speakers use an X-balanced design (optimised rectangular shape) to reduce sound distortion. The bar incorporates passive radiators for bass reproduction, with the option to add a separate SA-SW5 (300W) or SA-SW3 (200W) subwoofer. IMAX Enhanced compatibility will be available via a software update.
HDMI 2.1 connectivity supports 4K 120Hz HDR pass-through with VRR and ALLM for gaming consoles. Bluetooth 5.2 Multi-Connect, Wi-Fi, Apple AirPlay 2, Google Chromecast and Spotify Connect allow wireless music streaming. Hi-Res Audio certification and DSEE Ultimate processing are built in, along with 360 Reality Audio compatibility. On compatible BRAVIA TVs, Acoustic Center Sync synchronises the TV's speakers with those of the soundbar, while Voice Zoom 3 adjusts dialogue clarity.
The system features the BRAVIA Quick Settings menu for quick setup and AV Auto-Sync for automatic synchronisation. The Dual Pair function allows simultaneous pairing of two Bluetooth sources. Spare parts remain available for 7 years from purchase.
Specifications
All features
General
Type
Soundbar
Range
Bravia Theatre Bar 9
Type
Soundbar
Wireless system
Yes
Colour
Black
Tuner and reception
Tuner
No
Cables & connectors
HDMI
Yes
Spare parts and repairability
Spare parts availability (years)
7
Start date
Consumer purchase
Features
Built-in Wi-Fi
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Bluetooth type
5,2
Other feature(s)
Music (Hi-Res Audio, 360 Reality Audio, DSEE Ultimate, Spotify Connect, Apple AirPlay 2, Bluetooth to phone)
Sound
Number of speakers
13
Subwoofer type
No subwoofer
Sound type
360 Spatial Sound Mapping
Audio decoding
Dolby Atmos
Other
X-Balanced speakers, Dolby Vision, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, Vertical speakers, Side speakers, Side Beam Tweeter, Bass, Passive radiators, Bravia Sync (Acoustic Centre Sync, Voice Zoom 3, AV Auto-Sync, Bravia Quick Settings Menu)
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions in cm (W x H x D)
130 × 6,4 × 11,3
Soundbar weight (kg)
5,5
Frequently asked questions
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Which use is the SONY HTA9000.CEL best suited for?
It is particularly well suited to: music, films & series, gaming, medium to large rooms. The details for each use are in the ‘Ideal for' section.
How long are spare parts available?
Spare parts are available for 7 years. The appliance is covered by a 2-year warranty.
Can I see it and take it away at the Temploux store?
It's not in stock at the store right now. It can be delivered to your home, or ordered and collected in Temploux. The store is open Wednesday to Friday 10 am to 6 pm and Saturday 10 am to 4 pm.
What is the Nimesclub member price of the SONY HTA9000.CEL?
Le prix membre est de €870.00 au lieu de €1,299.00, soit €429.00 d’économie. L’adhésion au Nimesclub coûte €10.00 pour un an : même en la comptant, vous gagnez €419.00 dès cet achat.
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