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

Price: $399.99 - $309.99
(as of Oct 20, 2023 13:47:14 UTC – Details)

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Cinematic power in a compact design.

HT-X8500 2.1ch Dolby Atmos/DTS:X Soundbar with built-in subwoofer

Be immersed in high-quality audio 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.

Experience deep bass sound

Powerful built-in dual subwoofers so you can enjoy deep bass sound with minimal equipment.

Everything upscaled close to 7.1.2ch

Advanced digital signal processing converts stereo audio to cinematic surround.

Sound modes to match your entertainment

Seven different sound modes enhance your entertainment experience.

Voice Enhancement

Boosts audio frequencies to isolate voices and amplify above background noise for greater clarity.

Enjoy all your movies in 4K HDR quality

Made for the latest home cinema formats including Dolby Vision, HDR10, and Hybrid Log Gamma.

1 Deep bass sound 2 Upscaled close to 7.1.2ch 3 7 different sound modes 4 Voice Enhancement 5 4K HDR

Slim and elegant

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.

Wireless connectivity with your TV

Send audio wirelessly from your compatible Sony TV to your soundbar using Bluetooth technology.

One-cable HDMI eARC

Enjoy the latest high bitrate surround sound formats, like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.

HDMI and optical inputs

Easily integrates with your entertainment systems

Connect a game console, Blu-ray player, set-top box, as well as your TV.

Stream with Bluetooth technology

Pair with your smartphone or tablet to wirelessly stream all your favorite albums and playlists

1 Wireless connectivity 2 One-cable HDMI eARC 3 Easy integration 4 Stream with Bluetooth

Sony Sound bars

Amplifier Channels

2.1 CH

3.1 CH

5.1.2 CH

3.1 CH

7.1.2 CH

2.1CH

2.0CH

Center Channel

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3D Surround Dolby Atmos/DTS-X

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4K HDR Pass Thru HDMI HDCP2.2

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Wi-fi

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Power

200W

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HDMI In/Out(ARC)

1 in/1 out

0 in/1 out

1 in/1 out

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2 in/1 out

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Bluetooth

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360 Spatial Sound Mapping

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Smart Integration

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Acoustic Center Sync

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Optional Wireless Rears/Subs

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SA-RS3S/RS5 & SA-SW3/SW5

SA-RS3S/RS5 & SA-SW3/SW5

SA-RS3S & SA-SW3/SW5

SA-RS3S/RS5 & SA-SW3/SW5

Wireless Sub included

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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