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Sony BRAVIA Theater Rear 8 Wireless Rear Speakers
Compatible Sony soundbars: BRAVIA Theater Bar 9, BRAVIA Theater Bar 8, BRAVIA Theater Bar 7, HT-A7000, HT-A5000, HT-A3000
Compatible Sony AV amplifiers: STR-AN1000, STR-AZ7000ES, STR-AZ5000ES, STR-AZ3000ES, STR-AZ1000ES
Pair with compatible Sony soundbars to enhance 360 Spatial Sound Mapping and enable cinema-style surround sound.
Two-way speakers feature both a woofer and a tweeter for a rich, expansive, and clear sound.
Wireless connection to your compatible Sony soundbars allows for flexible placement, without the hassle of running wires.
Easily set up the rear speakers with your compatible Sony soundbar through the BRAVIA Connect App.
Expand your surround sound experience
Pair BRAVIA Theater Rear 8 wireless rear speakers with compatible Sony soundbars to complete your surround sound experience. Unlock fuller, richer audio from every angle with 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology. Hear the power of Dolby Atmos® for the ultimate movie experience at home.
Setup Made Simple
Simply power up the wireless rear speakers and set them up through the BRAVIA Connect App for a wireless connection with your Home Theater System or soundbar—no need for cables.
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Designed as wireless rear satellites, the BRAVIA Theater Rear 8 bring an expansive soundstage and pinpoint imaging, with clear mids and smooth highs that support front-stage fidelity without drawing attention. Sony's solid build and networked standby make setup effortless, while Chris Boylan placed the pair in the 2025 BRAVIA lineup and pricing context.
Pros
- Wide, immersive soundstage and precise surround imaging well suited for rear-satellite duties.
- Clear midrange and smooth treble that support dialogue and ambience without harshness.
- Solid consumer fit-and-finish with wireless integration and convenient networked standby behaviour.
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Cons
- Relatively high MSRP for a pair of satellite surrounds, which tempers perceived value.
- Limited low-frequency extension — relies on the main soundbar or subwoofer for deep bass impact.
Sound Quality
82/100
Bass
78/100
No driver size listed; these are small wireless rear satellites so bass is inferred to be limited but controlled for their class. Given the satellite role and lack of vent/PR details, expect modest extension and reliance on the main/subwoofer for deep LF.
Mid
84/100
Sony typically tunes rear/satellite speakers to keep vocals and midrange clear; despite no independent reviews, the design purpose (rear atmos/surrounds) suggests focused, intelligible mids that support front stage imagery without drawing attention.
Treble
83/100
Likely smooth, slightly recessed treble to avoid sibilance in surround duties. No reviewer reports available; score reflects conservative expectation for refined high-end given Sony's consumer tuning.
Soundstage Imaging
85/100
As dedicated wireless rear speakers, imaging and diffuse ambience are key. Expect good surround localization and sense of envelopment in a home theater setup, though exact performance depends on placement and integration with the BRAVIA hub.
Dynamics
78/100
Satellites typically have limited macro punch and headroom; inferred performance is adequate for effects and ambient dynamics but will rely on the system's amplifier/sub for impact. No reviews to indicate unusual dynamic capability.
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Build Quality
85/100
Sony consumer products generally show solid fit-and-finish; included accessories listed (AC cord, reference guide, warranty) and the wireless design imply integrated electronics. No explicit teardown/crossover details available.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive baseline applied per scoring rules. Product is a wireless rear speaker package with network/standby details provided, but connector specifics and advanced features are not listed; features score uses the required passive baseline.
Value for Money
70/100
At MSRP $449.99 for a wireless rear speaker pair, price is on the high side for satellite surrounds with no independent review evidence of exceptional performance. Value judged cautiously given limited published evidence and higher cost vs typical rear-satellite options.
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