Sony has unveiled a brand new Bravia Theatre dwelling audio lineup, which incorporates the Theatre Bar 7 and 5 soundbars, together with the Theatre Sub 9, Sub 8, and Rear 9 audio system.
The merchandise, set to launch in July 2026 in South Africa, are designed and engineered to create a wider, extra immersive encompass area for deeper cinematic affect.
Soundbars
The Bravia Theatre Bar 7 options 9 speaker models, together with devoted up-firing and aspect audio system that develop the sound area. Sony’s 360 Spatial Sound Mapping expertise permits cinema-style encompass sound from a single soundbar, supported by room-calibrated audio for an optimised listening expertise. Optional subwoofers and rear audio system will be added to boost bass and develop the encompass impact, with help for Imax Enhanced content material when paired with suitable elements.
Bravia Theatre Bar 7. Photo courtesy Sony.
The Bravia Theatre Bar 5 is a 3.1-channel system with a wi-fi subwoofer, designed to ship clear dialogue and balanced audio efficiency. Sony’s S-Force PRO Front Surround, Vertical Surround Engine, and upmixer expertise work collectively to create a three-dimensional encompass sound expertise for films and TV.
Bravia Theatre Bar 5 with wi-fi subwoofer. Photo courtesy Sony.
Both fashions help Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, combine with suitable Bravia TVs for options comparable to Voice Zoom 3, and will be managed through the Bravia Connect app, which permits customers to regulate quantity, sound profiles, and settings from a smartphone.
Subwoofers and rear audio system
The new Bravia Theatre Sub 9, 8, and Rear 9 subwoofers and rear audio system are designed so as to add deeper bass and immersive encompass sound. They intention to enrich suitable Bravia Theatre fashions.
Sony gives the next info:
- Bravia Theatre Sub 9/ Bravia Theatre Sub 8 shared options: Features giant driver models, delivering highly effective, tremendous deep bass that allows you to actually really feel and expertise the hidden depths of sound in your films. For the primary time within the Bravia Theatre sequence, twin subwoofer play is supported.
- Bravia Theatre Sub 9: Carries two 200mm driver models. The vibration-cancelling twin opposing drivers scale back distortion, highly effective premium bass that extends into ultra-low frequencies.
- Bravia Theatre Sub 8: Features 200mm giant driver unit and gives bass extension deep into low frequencies.
- Bravia Theatre Rear 9: Equipped with 80mm giant up-firing speaker that elevates rear-channel efficiency and enhances the immersive 360 Spatial Sound expertise by creating a number of phantom audio system.
Bravia Theatre Sub 9, Bravia Theatre Sub 8, and Bravia Theatre Rear 9. Photo courtesy Sony.
Expanded Bravia TV vary
Sony is increasing the Bravia TV vary with the Bravia 3 II, a mid-tier mannequin obtainable in sizes as much as 100 inches. The TV is provided with Sony’s XR Processor and XR Triluminos Pro, supporting a large color gamut, improved distinction, and detailed picture copy.
Sony has partnered with MediaTek to mix proprietary sign processing with MediaTek system-on-chip {hardware}, aiming to scale back content-dependent noise and improve picture element. The Bravia 3 II helps Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and DTS:X, and consists of options comparable to 4K at 120Hz and 4 HDMI 2.1 ports, positioning it for each cinematic viewing and gaming use.
Bravia 3 II. Photo courtesy Sony.
The Bravia 3 II features a newly designed Inclusive Remote Control, developed with a deal with accessibility. The distant options optimised button layouts, distinct shapes, and improved spacing to help simpler tactile navigation. The distant features a Remote Finder operate to assist find the system.