Sony India has unveiled its latest home entertainment offerings, the BRAVIA Theatre Bar 8 and BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9 soundbars. These advanced sound systems are designed to deliver a cinematic experience right in your living room, combining Sony’s renowned audio and visual technology for top-notch entertainment.
Price and Availability
The BRAVIA Theatre Bar 8 and Bar 9 will be available starting July 15, 2024. The Bar 8 is priced at Rs 89,990, and the Bar 9 at Rs 1,29,990. Sony is also offering cashback and combo discounts with select BRAVIA televisions.
Specifications and Features
With the rise of streaming services and home entertainment, Sony’s BRAVIA Theatre Bars are a timely addition. The BRAVIA Theatre Bar 8 features 11 speaker units, while the Bar 9 boasts 13, ensuring a rich, immersive sound that transforms movie nights into a cinema-like experience.
360 Spatial Sound Mapping
One standout feature is Sony’s 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology, which creates virtual speakers around your room. This provides a 360-degree audio experience without the need for physical speakers, making you feel like you're in the middle of the action with sound coming from all directions.
Sound Field Optimization
Both the BRAVIA Theatre Bar 8 and Bar 9 come with Sound Field Optimization, which automatically adjusts the sound based on your room’s layout. This ensures the best possible audio experience tailored to your specific space.
Dolby Atmos and DTS Support
These soundbars support industry-leading audio technologies such as Dolby Atmos and DTS. Dolby Atmos creates a three-dimensional sound space, allowing sound to move around you, while DTS adapts to your speaker layout to produce lifelike sound, making every scene feel more realistic.
Acoustic Center Sync
Acoustic Center Sync is another impressive feature that syncs the soundbar with your TV, ensuring that the sound matches perfectly with the action on the screen. This enhances the overall viewing experience, making it more immersive and enjoyable.
Voice Zoom 3
Sony has also introduced Voice Zoom 3, a feature that uses AI to enhance dialogue clarity. This ensures that dialogue is always clear and easy to understand, even amidst loud sound effects.
Optional Enhancements
For those who want to enhance their audio setup further, Sony offers optional subwoofers and rear speakers. These wireless components add deep bass and surround sound, providing a dynamic and customizable audio experience.
BRAVIA Connect App
The BRAVIA Connect App makes controlling these soundbars easy. You can adjust settings, manage audio preferences, and access additional features directly from your smartphone without interrupting your viewing experience.
Gaming Features
Gamers will appreciate the support for 8K/4K at 120Hz, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM). These features ensure smooth and responsive gameplay, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
Environmental Impact
In line with Sony’s Road to Zero environmental plan, the BRAVIA Theatre Bars use recycled materials and are designed to reduce environmental impact. They also include accessibility features to ensure everyone can enjoy their products.
Sony’s BRAVIA Theatre Bar 8 and Bar 9 soundbars are set to elevate home entertainment with their advanced features and cutting-edge technology. Whether you're watching movies, listening to music, or playing games, these soundbars promise an immersive audio experience.