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Sony HTX8500 2.1ch Dolby Atmos/DTS:X Soundbar with Built-in subwoofer, Black

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  • 7.1.2ch Dolby Atmos/DTS X with Vertical Sound Engine.Waterproof : No
  • Dual built-in subwoofers for deep bass
  • All sound upscaled close to 7.1.2ch audio
  • Seven different sound modes to enhance your entertainment experience
  • Voice enhancement for greater clarity
  • Slim, low-profile design complements your TV
  • 4K HDR passthrough-enabled to ensure a high-quality entertainment experience
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Simulated 7.1.2 surround sound

Vertical Surround Engine, our latest surround technology, lets you enjoy the thrill of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X from a single slim unit. No matter what type of room you’re in, advanced DSP technology allows two front speakers to reproduce full, cinematic sound from all around you, including from above.

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Measuring just 890 x 64 x 96 mm, the HT-X8500 is slim, unobtrusive, and modern – brilliantly complementing your Sony TV. Distinctive design elements include a punched metal speaker grille and sub-woofer ducts on both sides.

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  • Remote Commander (RMT-AH501U)
  • Batteries for remote commander
  • HDMI Cable
  • AC Adaptor ( cable length 2 m), AC Cord
  • Wall Mount Template, Quick Setup Guide, Instruction Manual
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    Material Metal
    Model Name HTX8500
    Speaker Type Soundbar,Subwoofer
    Special Feature Subwoofer, Dolby Enabled
    Recommended Uses For Product For Televisions
    Compatible Devices Television
    Surround Sound Channel Configuration 2.1, 7.1.2
    Color Black
    Included Components Batteries for remote commander, Wall Mount Template, Quick Setup Guide, Instruction Manual, HDMI Cable, Remote Commander (RMT-AH501U), AC Adaptor ( cable length 2 m), AC Cord
    Product Dimensions 6.1"D x 35"W x 3.8"H
    Age Range (Description) Adult
    Item Weight 16 ounces
    Is Waterproof FALSE
    Warranty Type Limited
    Number of Items 1
    Control Method Remote
    Wireless Communication Technology WIRED TYPE
    Speaker Size 94.61 Centimeters
    Power Source Corded Electric
    Signal-to-Noise Ratio 7E+1 dB
    Number of Batteries 2 AAA batteries required. (included)
    Subwoofer Connectivity Technology Wired
    Connectivity Protocol Bluetooth
    Includes MP3 player? No
    UPC 027242914582
    Style Soundbar
    Controller Type Remote Control
    Manufacturer Sony
    Number of USB 2 Ports 1
    Item Weight 1 pounds
    ASIN B07SVBFCJM
    Country of Origin Malaysia
    Item model number HTX8500
    Batteries 2 AAA batteries required. (included)
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    4.3 out of 5 stars 1,711 ratings

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    Best Sellers Rank #14,055 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
    #95 in Home Audio Sound Bars
    Date First Available April 26, 2020

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    Product Description

    Cinematic audio with built-in subwoofers, in a compact package. The all-in-one X8500 Soundbar features 7.1.2 channel sound, Vertical Sound Engine technology, and Dolby Atmos /DTS:X compatibility for a cinematic, three-dimensional surround sound experience. The elegant, compact design fits perfectly in front of your TV, especially in places where space is at a premium. Buttons for sound modes for enhanced movies, music, gaming, news and sport.

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    Customers find the soundbar easy to set up with clear instructions and appreciate its appearance and solid construction. The functionality receives mixed feedback - while it works well with TVs, some report it stops working during use. The sound quality and value for money also get mixed reviews, with some praising the room-rattling bass while others find it not great, and while some consider it a great budget soundbar, others say it's not worth the money. The remote control receives mixed reactions, with some appreciating its comprehensiveness while others find it slightly annoying, and several customers note there are no treble adjustments available.

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    71 customers mention "Ease of setup"58 positive13 negative

    Customers find the soundbar incredibly easy to set up and connect, with clear instructions provided.

    "...Super easy to set up. Sounds great for a refurbished item and delivered super quick...." Read more

    "...Setup was a breeze, and the compact design fits perfectly under my TV without taking up much space. Despite its size, it packs a powerful punch...." Read more

    "...This came as expected, easy to install, and works...." Read more

    "...Very happy!! Setup was quick and easy, no troubleshooting required...." Read more

    37 customers mention "Looks"37 positive0 negative

    Customers like the appearance of the soundbar, describing it as nice and amazing, with one customer noting its cool surround effect.

    "...It's just kinda not worth it at this price point. It does look beautiful though, I'll give it that, and when music is playing it's totally..." Read more

    "...The base is nice, but the audio is not as clean as I would expect...." Read more

    "...if you are looking for compactness, simple looks, and quality of audio for the size, it might be sufficient." Read more

    "...It takes watching a movie to a whole new level. Wow, its awesome!!" Read more

    35 customers mention "Quality"28 positive7 negative

    Customers find the soundbar to be well-made and solid, with one customer noting it provides a movie-quality experience.

    "...Easy bluetooth to play music off my phone. Great quality, HDMI to HDMI is the way I went and zero issues." Read more

    "...both our surround sound theater and our TV have "aged out", the equipment is fine, but the software cannot upgrade any longer, as the chips are too..." Read more

    "...Bottom line is it a SONY so we all know what to expect, quality quality quality. It passes all the test w/ flying colors ✅..." Read more

    "Well made perfect for our tv and room" Read more

    282 customers mention "Sound quality"196 positive86 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the sound quality of the soundbar, with some praising its outstanding performance and room-rattling bass, while others find it unsatisfactory.

    "...Super easy to set up. Sounds great for a refurbished item and delivered super quick...." Read more

    "...the need for additional speakers, yet it still provides deep, punchy bass that truly enhances movies, music, and games...." Read more

    "...It is better than the TV sound, and provides additional control for custom sound settings that the TV alone did not have, so it is a step up, which..." Read more

    "...Setup was quick and easy, no troubleshooting required. The bass is even better than it was with the external subwoofer and the audio is crisp and..." Read more

    96 customers mention "Value for money"67 positive29 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the soundbar's value for money, with some finding it a great budget soundbar while others consider it underwhelming and not worth the price.

    "...If you’re looking for an affordable, all-in-one soundbar solution with premium features, the Sony HTX8500 is a fantastic choice. Highly recommend!" Read more

    "...without the wires and speakers everywhere, so this seemed a reasonable priced option to test that claim, and to get us by until the new system we..." Read more

    "...-High price tag for what you get. I'll have to look elsewhere for a better soundbar and I do not recommend purchasing this one...." Read more

    "...online, I settled on this soundbar as a balance between quality and value. Very happy!! Setup was quick and easy, no troubleshooting required...." Read more

    50 customers mention "Functionality"34 positive16 negative

    Customers have mixed experiences with the soundbar's functionality: while some say it works great with their TV and serves its intended purpose, others report that it stops working during use.

    "...Great quality, HDMI to HDMI is the way I went and zero issues." Read more

    "...This came as expected, easy to install, and works...." Read more

    "...but I still continued to have quirks, basically the bar was not always coming on with tv - it took me turning tv off and on multiple times and..." Read more

    "...with this soundbar -- I'm not an audiophile but I do appreciate the performance in our room...." Read more

    24 customers mention "Remote control"10 positive14 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the soundbar's remote control, with some appreciating its comprehensive features and noting there's no need for an additional one, while others find it slightly annoying.

    "...The fact that it comes with a remote at all is slightly annoying; the last thing I need is another remote...." Read more

    "...The remote is comprehensive but saddled with the afforementioned shortcomings...." Read more

    "...: After a couple of months with this soundbar, I've noticed the sync issues others have mentioned...." Read more

    "...The remote is great. I like the news and voice function when I'm not using the cinema function...." Read more

    24 customers mention "Settings"6 positive18 negative

    Customers have mixed experiences with the soundbar's settings, with several noting the absence of treble adjustments, and one customer mentioning that the normal setting is too punchy.

    "...Certain lights mean different settings, and there's no distinct way of knowing what's what without studying the manual...." Read more

    "...More often than not, I found the 0 setting to be not quite enough, but the +1 setting to be enough to clearly be overwhelming the built-in..." Read more

    "...The default options are probably the best (which is probably why they made it the default), and you can spend hours cycling through the other..." Read more

    "...(the indicators are idiot lights and a number of the buttons used to set them have multiple..." Read more

    Great soundbar, great performance
    5 out of 5 stars
    Great soundbar, great performance
    Very happy with this soundbar -- I'm not an audiophile but I do appreciate the performance in our room. It helps to hear the dialog in movies (sometimes a challenge), and it enhances the sports experience when watching an event. This Sony sound bar is connected to a Sony Bravia 3 TV. Setup was especially easy -- we used the HDMI cable provided in the speaker box, and supplemented it with a fiber optic cable as well. I'm not sure whether that's a bit redundant, but it certainly doesn't hurt. I had this mounted (directly beneath the TV on an articulating wall mount) and connected and performing within an hour working alone. Using the attachment to the TV means if we move the TV based upon my viewing position in the room, the speaker moves with it and delivers the sound to our seating position. No need to pay for installation. I would definitely buy again.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2025
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      Buy it nice or buy it twice is the saying. Feel like this is right in the sweet spot. Sure there is nicer/more expensive...but this is totally legit and will enhance your TV experience from the jump. Super easy to set up. Sounds great for a refurbished item and delivered super quick. Makes my TV in the living room so much more enjoyable to listen to. Easy bluetooth to play music off my phone. Great quality, HDMI to HDMI is the way I went and zero issues.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2024
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      The Sony HTX8500 soundbar has completely transformed my home theater experience. The Dolby Atmos and DTS:X compatibility deliver an immersive, cinematic sound that fills the room. The built-in subwoofer eliminates the need for additional speakers, yet it still provides deep, punchy bass that truly enhances movies, music, and games.

      Setup was a breeze, and the compact design fits perfectly under my TV without taking up much space. Despite its size, it packs a powerful punch. Whether it’s action-packed scenes or subtle dialogue, the sound quality is crystal clear and balanced.

      If you’re looking for an affordable, all-in-one soundbar solution with premium features, the Sony HTX8500 is a fantastic choice. Highly recommend!
      6 people found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2023
      Style: SoundbarVerified Purchase
      Our both our surround sound theater and our TV have "aged out", the equipment is fine, but the software cannot upgrade any longer, as the chips are too old and no longer supported by our streaming subscriptions. Therefore neither can work as our streaming source with our TV 😫. Since the industry is "stuck" with the chip shortages yada yada, it is not a good time to be replacing the entire system, so we need to limp along until the industry gets their act together. A new Roku box solved the streaming issue, but it won't send the sound through to the theater - again, age-compatibility issues - so, we needed something better for sound than the TV sound, which is pretty awful. The "promises" for sound bars is that they produce Surround Sound, without the wires and speakers everywhere, so this seemed a reasonable priced option to test that claim, and to get us by until the new system we plan to purchase is available.

      This came as expected, easy to install, and works. On installation, it claims that you only need the HDMI it comes with if you have an ARC HDMI on the TV. Ours did not work that way, possibly because the Roku is a separate box. If you have built in streaming on the TV, it may work, but with our configuration, even with the ARC port on the TV, it was necessary to install both the HDMI and the optic cable from the TV and HDMI from the Roku box to the speaker to get the streaming sound to the speaker. Since this only came with 1 HDMI cable, we needed to obtain an additional HDMI and an optic cable to make this work, but this configuration was shown in the instructions, and once we acquired the additional cables, it works as promised.

      The sound is better than the TV sound, specifically, with the TV, speech was difficult to hear and understand speech at low levels, but when we turned the sound up enough to hear the speech, the background sound was unbearably loud. The sound bar fixed that. We were able to tinker with the sound settings and now we can hear the speech without going deaf from the background sound, Yea!

      Is it surround sound? No. Not even close. If you are sitting VERY close, it tries, but in a normal living room setting, if you are used to 5-1 or 7-1/2 surround sound, you will be disappointed if you expect the same from this sound bar. I did not really expect that it would, so I am happy with this. It is better than the TV sound, and provides additional control for custom sound settings that the TV alone did not have, so it is a step up, which is a realistic expectation. I would buy this again.
      15 people found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2025
      Style: SoundbarVerified Purchase
      I had an OLD Sony soundbar with an external subwoofer, and finally realized it was time to upgrade due to being unhappy with the sound balance. After doing some research online, I settled on this soundbar as a balance between quality and value. Very happy!! Setup was quick and easy, no troubleshooting required. The bass is even better than it was with the external subwoofer and the audio is crisp and clear. The simulated surround sound is pretty cool, of course not as good as if you had an actual surround sound system but this is to be expected. I’d absolutely recommend this soundbar bar, very pleased especially for the price.
    • Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2024
      Style: SoundbarVerified Purchase
      Very happy with this soundbar -- I'm not an audiophile but I do appreciate the performance in our room. It helps to hear the dialog in movies (sometimes a challenge), and it enhances the sports experience when watching an event. This Sony sound bar is connected to a Sony Bravia 3 TV.

      Setup was especially easy -- we used the HDMI cable provided in the speaker box, and supplemented it with a fiber optic cable as well. I'm not sure whether that's a bit redundant, but it certainly doesn't hurt. I had this mounted (directly beneath the TV on an articulating wall mount) and connected and performing within an hour working alone. Using the attachment to the TV means if we move the TV based upon my viewing position in the room, the speaker moves with it and delivers the sound to our seating position. No need to pay for installation.

      I would definitely buy again.
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      5.0 out of 5 stars
      Great soundbar, great performance

      Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2024
      Very happy with this soundbar -- I'm not an audiophile but I do appreciate the performance in our room. It helps to hear the dialog in movies (sometimes a challenge), and it enhances the sports experience when watching an event. This Sony sound bar is connected to a Sony Bravia 3 TV.

      Setup was especially easy -- we used the HDMI cable provided in the speaker box, and supplemented it with a fiber optic cable as well. I'm not sure whether that's a bit redundant, but it certainly doesn't hurt. I had this mounted (directly beneath the TV on an articulating wall mount) and connected and performing within an hour working alone. Using the attachment to the TV means if we move the TV based upon my viewing position in the room, the speaker moves with it and delivers the sound to our seating position. No need to pay for installation.

      I would definitely buy again.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2025
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      My Sony HTX8500 sound bar came today and I'm pretty happy with it. I got a new Sony Bravia 3 65 inch TV a few days ago and while the TV speakers are nice having this bar really elevated the experience. It obviously is not the best of the best sound bar out there but for me this is enough. It's louder than the video I posted gives it credit for, much better in person. I found that the medium base level in cinema mode is the best setting to me. Really my only gripe would be that it doesn't have a digital display that shows you the settings your in so you have to rely on the blinking pattern of the lights on the top of the bar to know but for the price it's something I'm willing to deal with. I will update if anything changes but for now I'm happy I picked this up.

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    • Frank
      4.0 out of 5 stars Terrific sound, great bass without separate subwoofer
      Reviewed in Australia on November 28, 2020
      Style: SoundbarVerified Purchase
      Phenomenal sound without separate speakers and sub woofer. Do need to keep the manual nearby to interpret the LED's on settings, but not a problem.
    • Lynn Mader
      5.0 out of 5 stars Great Sound and Quality Bar
      Reviewed in Canada on June 26, 2023
      Style: SoundbarVerified Purchase
      Very satisfied with the sound quality. Sounds great. love the extra base. It is a whole new experience to watch a movie and hear things that you normally wouldn't.

      Great value!! LOVE it!
    • Angello
      5.0 out of 5 stars Audio excelente en uno solo
      Reviewed in Mexico on December 24, 2021
      Style: SoundbarVerified Purchase
      Definitivamente la mejor barra de sonido de una sola pieza, la virtualizacion del sonido de 2.1 canales Dolby Atmos y DTS:X hacen que la experiencia en una sala de mediano tamaño hacen que el sonido sea excelente, los efectos de las películas sean claros y parezca que se efectúan de partes distintas de la habitación.

      Una de las cosas que en un principio cuesta trabajo es la codificación de los focos para saber que tipo de configuración de sonido, ya que no tiene una interfaz gráfica.

      Ideal que tienes puerto e-arc para aprovechar todo su potencial, sonido con graves profundos sin llenar tu espacio vital de aparatos teniendo que ya está el sub buffer también integrado.
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      Angello
      5.0 out of 5 stars
      Audio excelente en uno solo

      Reviewed in Mexico on December 24, 2021
      Definitivamente la mejor barra de sonido de una sola pieza, la virtualizacion del sonido de 2.1 canales Dolby Atmos y DTS:X hacen que la experiencia en una sala de mediano tamaño hacen que el sonido sea excelente, los efectos de las películas sean claros y parezca que se efectúan de partes distintas de la habitación.

      Una de las cosas que en un principio cuesta trabajo es la codificación de los focos para saber que tipo de configuración de sonido, ya que no tiene una interfaz gráfica.

      Ideal que tienes puerto e-arc para aprovechar todo su potencial, sonido con graves profundos sin llenar tu espacio vital de aparatos teniendo que ya está el sub buffer también integrado.
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    • Vince
      5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for my apartment
      Reviewed in Canada on May 6, 2023
      Style: SoundbarVerified Purchase
      Nowadays tv have poor quality sound and this is a great fix. I don't want LOUD and BASSY as I don't wanna annoy the whole building and this has just the right amount of bass and good sound quality for a soundbar.

      EARC feature works great.
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      Vince
      5.0 out of 5 stars
      Perfect for my apartment

      Reviewed in Canada on May 6, 2023
      Nowadays tv have poor quality sound and this is a great fix. I don't want LOUD and BASSY as I don't wanna annoy the whole building and this has just the right amount of bass and good sound quality for a soundbar.

      EARC feature works great.
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    • Amazon Customer
      5.0 out of 5 stars All in
      Reviewed in Mexico on March 13, 2021
      Style: SoundbarVerified Purchase
      Todo el sonido integrado en la barra no necesitas más