It was the covid maelstrom of 2021. While most of the world was still locking down, Sony Electronics was busting out with a history-making entertainment bid: the HT-A9 Home Theater System.
It was nearly a year ago that Home Theater Forum requested a review unit of the product. We duly got in line. Sure enough, it finally arrived a couple of weeks ago.
The HT-A9 made a splash, and with good cause. It consists of four powered speakers which you can put anywhere in your living room. The tech making that possible is Sony’s 360 Spatial Sound Mapping, which we will discuss later.
The Sony HT-A9 is a completely immersive audio solution for under $2,000. It could be a blessing for those who want to experience movie thrills without the clutter.
The Evolution of the Home Theater
To put the HT-A9 in context, consider the following history. In the old days, nearly everyone with a sound...
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