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Brand | Sony |
Speaker Maximum Output Power | 600 Watts |
Connectivity Technology | wired, wireless |
Audio Output Mode | Surround |
Mounting Type | Bar Mount |
About this item
- Feel every note with a 600W power output
- Get the best seat in the house with 5.1ch real surround sound
- Rear speakers deliver powerful surround sound to complete your home cinema experience
- Effortless setup with easy color-coded connections
- Wireless connectivity for music streaming
- Connect to your TV via HDMI, Optical, or Analog connections
- Select the sound or audio mode best suited to your entertainment with a push of a button on your remote
- Fine-tune speech or reduce the bass for nighttime viewing with dialogue enhancement options
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Big power for real cinema
HT-S40R 5.1ch High-Powered Home Theater Soundbar System
Get the best seat in the house.
5.1ch real surround sound
Get the best seat in the house. A 3-channel soundbar, subwoofer and powerful rear speakers create authentic cinema surround sound, putting you right in the heart of all your favorite movies.
600W total power output
Feel every tune and scene with a 600W power output, giving your movies, music, and games added depth.
Rear speakers
Stylish and compact wireless rear speakers effortlessly integrate with your room and can easily be wall mounted.
Set up in seconds
Effortlessly set up the HT-S40R. Simply plug it in, wire up your main bar speaker using simple color-coded connections, and connect the rear speakers via the wireless amplifier. Then sit back and enjoy 5.1 channels of real surround sound.
Versatile listening
Connect to your TV via HDMI, Optical, or Analog cable connections.
Customized sound settings
Tailor your listening experience with 4 sound modes: Auto, Standard, Cinema, and Music.
Bluetooth
Stream music wirelessly from your smartphone, tablet, or laptop with Bluetooth technology.
Dialogue enhancement options
Fine tune dialogue at the push of a button or reduce the bass for quiet and discrete listening in the evening with Night mode.
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Amplifier Channels
| 5.1 CH | 2.1 CH | 3.1 CH | 3.1 CH | 2.1CH | 5.1.2 CH | 2.0CH |
Center Channel
| ✔ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
3D Surround Dolby Atmos/DTS-X
| ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
Vertical Surround Engine
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
4K HDR Pass Thru HDMI HDCP2.2
| ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
Multi-Room Audio /Wi-fi Music
| ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
Power
| 600W | — | 250W | 400W | 330W | 450W | 120W |
HDMI In/Out(ARC)
| 0 in/1 out | 1 in/1 out | 0 in/1 out | 1 in/1 out | 0 in/1 out | 1 in/1 out | 0 in/1 out |
Bluetooth
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Vocal Enhancement
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
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Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
speaker size | 900 kilometers | 2 inches | 94.61 centimeters | 900 millimeters | — | 4 inches |
power source | Corded Electric | AC | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | wired, wireless | wireless, wired | wired, wireless | wireless, wired | Bluetooth, HDMI, Optical, Wi-Fi | HDMI, Ethernet, Coaxial, Optical, USB, Auxiliary, Bluetooth |
speaker type | Soundbar | Soundbar | Soundbar,Subwoofer | Soundbar, Subwoofer | Soundbar | Subwoofer,Bookshelf |
mounting type | Bar Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Tabletop,Wall Mount,Floor Mount |
weight | 454 grams | 7.9 pounds | 1 pounds | 16.1 pounds | 31.06 pounds | 51.8 pounds |
control method | remote | remote | remote | remote | voice | — |
model name | HTS40R | HTS100F | HTX8500 | HTS-400 | TAB8967/37 | YHT-4950U |
surround channels | 5.1 | 2 | 2.1, 7.1.2 | 2.1 | 5.1.2 | 5.1 |
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Recreate the cinema experience with the high-powered HT-S40R 5.1ch Home Theater Soundbar System. Immerse yourself deeper in the shows and movies you love with a booming 600W of total power output. Feel the action burst into life around you with integrated rear speakers and customized sound modes created for different types of audio content.
Product information
Material | Plastic, Metal |
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Model Name | HTS40R |
Speaker Type | Soundbar |
Special Feature | Bluetooth, USB Port |
Recommended Uses For Product | Home Theater |
Compatible Devices | Laptop, Television, Tablet, Smartphone |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Controller Type | Remote Control |
Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 5.1 |
Color | black |
Included Components | Subwoofer, Remote Control, Soundbar |
Product Dimensions | 13.66"D x 33.22"W x 9.76"H |
Item Weight | 454 Grams |
Is Waterproof | FALSE |
Warranty Type | Limited |
Number of Items | 1 |
Control Method | Remote |
Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |
Speaker Size | 900 Kilometers |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
Bluetooth Range | 10 Meters |
Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
Includes MP3 player? | No |
Number of USB 2 Ports | 1 |
Specific Uses For Product | home entertainment |
UPC | 027242921153 |
Manufacturer | Sony |
Item Weight | 1 pounds |
ASIN | B0961X3R2H |
Country of Origin | Vietnam |
Item model number | HT-S40R |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
3.9 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #6,363 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #43 in Home Audio Sound Bars |
Date First Available | July 18, 2021 |
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Customers find the speakers easy to set up and use. They work well with TVs and PS5s and are a good system for apartments. However, some customers dislike the audio quality. There are mixed opinions on the sound quality, value for money, wireless connectivity, and connectivity.
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Customers like the functionality of the speakers. They say the subwoofer and sound bar work great, and it works seamlessly with their TV and PS5. The setup is simple, and it's a good system for apartments and daily living rooms.
"Very happy with this purchase. Hooked it up and it just works, no muss or fuss!!" Read more
"...The rear speakers do their job perfectly as they are meant to do…the extra sound effects like glass breaking, the explosions, bullets zipping by,..." Read more
"...The front works nicely." Read more
"...The receiver works well and connects the whole system through the Subwoofer control unit...." Read more
Customers find the speakers easy to set up and connect to their TV or phone. They say it works without any hassle.
"Very happy with this purchase. Hooked it up and it just works, no muss or fuss!!" Read more
"...Sounds really great for music. Connects easily to my and minimal wires. Really recommend this one." Read more
"...It took minutes to set up. Putting together the rear speaker stands took more time than the plug and play...." Read more
"...The ease of setup was fantastic. Everything just worked. My TV had HDMI ARC which is why (for me) it was so easy to setup...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the sound quality. Some find it good with extra sound effects like glass breaking, explosions, and bullets. The woofer thumps and adjusts well to settings. However, others report underwhelming sound, loud chirping sounds from the rear speakers, occasional popping noises, cracking of the tweeters, and random pops from Bluetooth speakers.
"Likes mostly. The sound is clear. Good voice and base. Background is what you would expect from a much more expensive system." Read more
"...The rear wireless speakers feature is great. Occasional popping noises and you may have to position your rear speakers in a few places to get the..." Read more
"...do their job perfectly as they are meant to do…the extra sound effects like glass breaking, the explosions, bullets zipping by, background chatter..." Read more
"It is a great buy for the price... as usual Sony quality is excellent ... very happy with the purchase!" Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value for money of the speakers. Some find them good for the price and great for surround sound, while others say they are not worth the price, poor in quality for the price, and lack high-end performance.
"...The main front speaker & sub sound good for the price but the surround is virtually useless...." Read more
"...Seriously disappointing for a Sony product. Sound is very muffled and washed out. At maz volume it is nothing at all special...." Read more
"It is a great buy for the price... as usual Sony quality is excellent ... very happy with the purchase!" Read more
"Good sound for the money, great for a small room like bedroom. Rear speakers easy to set up, great bass...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the wireless connectivity. Some mention that the rear speakers are semi-wireless, while others say they are not wireless and require direct line of sight to the subwoofer. The subwoofer connects wirelessly to a box, which is wired to both rear speakers.
"...response ( I adjusted to the maximum volume) and it was integrated with a front speaker...." Read more
"...I love this system. The rear wireless speakers feature is great...." Read more
"...Easy set up. compact. The rear speakers are not exactly wireless as they are connected to a Bluetooth receiver by very long wires to separate..." Read more
"...Best thing about the system is the full bass and the (sorta) wireless rear speakers...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the connectivity of the speakers. Some say the Bluetooth connection is clear and the surround quality is good, while others mention poor connectivity, lack of connectivity options, and cutouts often.
"...I am plagued with random connection issues, sharp audible digital chirps...." Read more
"...A bit pricy but perhaps that will prove a good investment. The Bluetooth is clear and the suround quality is good." Read more
"..."ok" The sammy was great but would cut out often and the blue tooth connection was trash...." Read more
"I bought mine in November and it has now since stop connecting to my streaming box. It is a good system and it plays loudly." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the audio quality. They mention there is no option for custom equalization, treble level adjustment, or any other settings. There is also no front and rear speaker adjustment, and the controls to make adjustments are a bit tricky.
"...Rear speakers easy to set up, great bass. Controls to make adjustments a bit tricky though, trying to raise or adjust levels/ balance and can't seem..." Read more
"...But there is absolutely no option for custom equalization...." Read more
"...NO FRONT AND REAR SPEAKER ADJUSTMENT !!! LOOK ELSEWHERE ............." Read more
"...no matter what setting you chose that they provided, you also can't adjust treble level or any other settings besides the ones that they provide and..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2024Very happy with this purchase. Hooked it up and it just works, no muss or fuss!!
- Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2022I went from a wired Samsung HT system to this when I upgraded my TV. I love this system. The rear wireless speakers feature is great. Occasional popping noises and you may have to position your rear speakers in a few places to get the right output - they are a little softer, I have them right behind the sofa. Sounds really great for music. Connects easily to my and minimal wires. Really recommend this one.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2024Update: DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT. And if you bought it and are frustrated that it doesn't work, DO NOT send it in for repair, just return it ASAP.
We purchased this product and had nothing but problems with it. When we requested to send it in for repair, Sony said they would provide a box, then after multiple emails and calls we were told they would not provide a box, and we needed to pack it ourselves. We then paid $30 to have FedEx to pack it, and shipped it off. It was received and United Radio proceeded to send several emails keeping us updated on the status, letting us know they couldn't replicate the issue. Then out of nowhere, they decided the item was damaged during shipping. At this point, after multiple calls and emails to both Sony and United Radio, they will not provide us proof of the state of the package on arrival and are stating that there is nothing else they will do. Now we have a product that doesn't work AND that was clearly damaged while in the "care" of United Radio. I'm so disappointed in the utter lack of respect and care from Sony. I'll never buy another Sony product again now that I know they simply don't stand behind their products or their customers.
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Be aware, the rear surround amp/BT receiver does not work very well.
I have mine in line of sight with the subwoofer 8’ away on the floor. I am plagued with random connection issues, sharp audible digital chirps.
The main front speaker & sub sound good for the price but the surround is virtually useless. I’m going to contact Sony to see if my surround unit is faulty. It’s possible mine exhibits abnormal behavior but if you buy and experience the same results, feel confident in a return.
- Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2024Likes mostly. The sound is clear. Good voice and base. Background is what you would expect from a much more expensive system.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2024I’m enjoying the new set up replacing my previous Sony sound bar and subwoofer. It took minutes to set up. Putting together the rear speaker stands took more time than the plug and play. The rear speakers do their job perfectly as they are meant to do…the extra sound effects like glass breaking, the explosions, bullets zipping by, background chatter from the main character dialogue. Same with console gaming. I usually keep it on standard surround for tv, movie and gaming. The center speakers are a great upgrade from my other one with the three speakers and the sub does its thing. Playing music on the other hand is different, switch to the music setting reading out on the subwoofer. Can play for sure but you’re not having a house party with this setup. Busting the rear speakers would be awful especially for those who have blown car audio know what I mean. All in all…I recommend this setup for Sony fans, easy setup and sounds great.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2024Random popping sound through speakers. Dealing with sony customer service was a pain. Hold power button and up button for ten seconds to reset to default for everyone’s knowledge. Still does it but not as bad. Sad because it is such a lovely speaker system.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2023The soundbar is just a set of center front sounding speakers. The remote speakers were a very low volume. The subwoofer did not deliver a solid base response ( I adjusted to the maximum volume) and it was integrated with a front speaker. In order to hear anything resembling a movie theater, the volume had to be set very loud. The connection concept for this soundbar was very interesting.. I have set up a lot of soundbars that delivered a much better overall sound experience even though this one was rated very high. The voices were precise through the center speakers, but the spatial effects through the remote speakers was very poor. I did an A to B comparison with another soundbar and this one failed miserably. I have another soundbar from Sony and I was very satisfied. I would never buy this particular model again. I gave it away the very next day after I received it.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2024It is a great buy for the price... as usual Sony quality is excellent ... very happy with the purchase!
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- sam c.Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on September 22, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely wonderful sound quality
Bass and rear speakers fully adjustable. Sounds perfect with movies and also Bluetooth for phone. Really loud top volume and the sub is seriously powerful. Crisp mid and high end also, incredibly happy with my purchase I don't normally do reviews but felt the need to tell you, it's worth every penny and any negative reviews are wrong. Sometimes I have to turn down the bass to be kind to the neighbors. Completely enhanced my viewing and listening experience, go buy it.
- N. PReviewed in India on September 29, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Value for Money Product, Go for it.
Purchased Sony HT-S40R after a lot of research and i have also checked the reviews here on Amazon. Initially i was a bit worried about the few negative reviews that i had seen on this platform, but as the majority of the reviews were positive, went ahead and ordered the Item from Appario Retail limited, Kolkata. I got this item for Rs 25000/- from Appario Retail, where as on the Sony India site the same item was Rs 35000/- so i saved Rs 10000/- straight away by not ordering from Sony. This is one of the big electronic item that i ordered on Amazon, otherwise i usually prefer to buy it from the original Manufacturer.
Pros:
1) Excellent sound for 12 ft X 10 ft living room - connected to a 43 Inch Sony TV (KD43X80K). This TV has HDMI ARC port, so connecting the S40R sound system was very simple with the HDMI cable provided.
2) The Sound system volume can be controlled by the TV remote itself. I have tried out various music, movie YouTube clips - the system gives enough sound from anywhere at 45 volume to 65 to 70 - did not go above this level as then it was too loud for my living room.
3) Some users have complained about Bass being not good or the sound not being 600W - i disagree with this - as mentioned for a Living room of 12 x 10 ft size the Bass especially lower bass was very good.
4) The various modes like - auto, cinema, music, voice & night mode are effective - it depends on the type of the clip or movie or music you are playing, on some high quality clips i could clearly notice the difference between various modes.
5) You can adjust only sub woofer volume by the dedicated buttons given for this on the remote.
6) You can also adjust the Rear speakers distance from the listener.
7) Important - place the rear speakers at slightly above the head height behind the seating position, you can clearly hear sounds from these rear speakers even at 45 volume level - be it normal YouTube music or cricket commentary - ideal distance of the listener from the rear speakers according to me is 3 to 5 feet.
Do not place these rear speakers along with the TV, sub woofer or sound bar - place them behind you.
8) You can also clearly hear the left - right sound separation through these speakers - try out A.R. Rahman music - i tried the the following track among many others - BGM track from Tamil movie "Thiruda Thiruda", also tired out "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen - it has enough highs and lows, so that you can check out your speakers.
9) I received the Item in original SONY packaging, with a small amazon cardboard covering on one side of the L shaped original packing - the item arrived in excellent condition from Kolkata to A.P.
10) Installation is very easy and took about 10 mins - no need for any Sony technician for installation or demo - incase you have any doubt on the various options & settings - checkout YouTube clips.
11) However, i did call for the Sony tech one day after receiving and installing the item by myself - so that the product is in Sony database for warranty purposes. Sony tech also came with in 7 hours after i sent the e-mail to Sony customer care - this is just to check all O.K and to make sure the product is in Sony database for Warranty purposes.
12) All in all - for most people with normal sized living rooms - this is an excellent product to experience virtual surround sound specially if your TV supports ARC mode, and DTS and Dolby Atmos, as mine does - even though this sound system is not Dolby Atmos, still as the source input is of good quality, your output is also excellent.
13) Going by the reviews - few people had some issues with either connecting the Blue tooth or with the Rear speakers - i did not have any such issues, the rear speakers connected immediately and also the BT connected very quickly.
14) Prior to this i had connected my TV to a Bose Ipod Dock (15 year old and a good outdoor portable speaker) - which used to give much better sound the than the TV alone, once my Ipod dock stopped working recently, i checked out the Bose TV sound bar (cost Rs 30000/-) and rejected it as while it was better than TV speakers itself - there was no bass, no surround etc;.
15) So, within my budget i went for Sony HT S40R which worked out excellent for my living room and budget - honestly most of us do not really need anything much costlier than this for the few hours that we use our TV.
16) Lastly - if you pick up a single party type speaker to connect to your TV, instead of a sound bar as this is supposed to give more bass and sound - remember - party type speakers especially those that are suitable for outdoors - throw sound in all directions - this can end up irritating those that are not watching the TV and are doing the household work nearby or next room - so with Sony HT-S40R - you have sound bar - which has three speakers in it, with the two side speakers angled slightly towards the center, keep the subwoofer pointed in the same direction as your seating position and place the rear speakers behind your seat - this channels the maximum sound to you seating position, with less sound bleeding to the surroundings - do not misunderstand - you will still hear sound to the sides but it wont be as loud and irritating as before with only the TV speakers or a single party type speaker.
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Laura MReviewed in Mexico on December 16, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente producto a un super precio
Funciona de maravilla, fácil de conectar y se escucha muy bien para lo que pagas.
- AnwarReviewed in India on January 20, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the money
The Sony HT-S40R is an amazing 5.1 channel home theater system that delivers powerful, immersive sound with its 600W output. The crisp audio, deep bass, and seamless wireless rear speakers make every movie, song, and game feel truly cinematic. It’s easy to set up and a perfect choice for transforming your home entertainment experience!
- Sheeth HashirReviewed in the United Arab Emirates on May 12, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing product
Superb sound quality and delivers great 5.1 channel sound