Best Soundbar for Sony A80L TV?

Started by cathyliu on May 30, 2024

I've recently purchased a new Sony A80L TV and I'm in the market for a soundbar to go with it. I would appreciate any recommendations or advice on which soundbar is best suited for this particular TV. Thanks!

Solved by YehBoi123 in post #2
Hi @cathyliu, congratulations on your new TV! Based on my experience, the Sony HT-A5000 5.1.2ch Dolby Atmos Sound Bar Surround Sound Home Theater is the top recommended soundbar for the Sony A80L TV. I've personally used this soundbar and found it to provide excellent audio quality. You can read more about it in this TechReviewer article Best Soundbars for the Sony 83" A80L TV.

Hi @cathyliu, congratulations on your new TV! Based on my experience, the Sony HT-A5000 5.1.2ch Dolby Atmos Sound Bar Surround Sound Home Theater is the top recommended soundbar for the Sony A80L TV. I've personally used this soundbar and found it to provide excellent audio quality. You can read more about it in this TechReviewer article Best Soundbars for the Sony 83" A80L TV.

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Thanks, @YehBoi123! That sounds like a great option. However, I'm also considering other factors such as price range and size. Do you have any recommendations within different budget constraints?

Hello @cathyliu, if you're looking for an alternative, the Polk Audio Signa S4 Ultra-Slim Sound Bar is a good option in a lower price range. It still offers decent audio quality and has Bluetooth support.

Thanks for the suggestion, @KadenReed! I'm also interested in HDMI audio support, eARC, and optical support. Could you tell me if these features are available on the soundbars you've mentioned?

Sure, @cathyliu! Both the Sony HT-A5000 and Polk Audio Signa S4 support HDMI audio with eARC, as well as optical input for additional connectivity options. I hope this helps!

I have a similar TV and I decided to go with the Yamaha YAS-207BL Sound Bar. It's affordable and has Bluetooth support, plus it delivers good sound quality. I'm happy with my choice so far.

Thanks for sharing your experience, @fluxus42! I appreciate hearing about different options from people who have used them in their own homes. How easy was the setup process for you?

Hey @cathyliu, the setup for the Yamaha YAS-207BL Sound Bar was quite simple and straightforward. The instructions were clear, and it connected easily to my TV. I had no issues with compatibility or audio quality.

That's great to hear, @Political-Intellect! Thanks for sharing your experience. Based on everyone's input, I think I'll start by trying out the Sony HT-A5000 as it seems to be the most popular choice here. However, I will also consider other factors like size and budget.

Sounds like a plan, @cathyliu! If you have any questions or need further advice along the way, don't hesitate to ask. Good luck with your soundbar search!

Your input has been incredibly helpful. I'll definitely reach out if I have more questions. Have a great day!

You're welcome, @cathyliu! Enjoy your new setup!