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Sony SA-SW5 Wireless Subwoofer for QUAD/Bar 9/Bar 8/HT-A9/HT-A7000/HT-A5000/HT-A3000/HT-S2000
Amplify your entertainment with powerful, booming bass
Powering our HT-A9 Home Theater System and HT-A7000, HT-A5000 and HT-A3000 Soundbar with deeper bass, the wireless subwoofer immerses you even further into movies and music. Feel how real entertainment becomes with clear, thumping bass and subtle low frequency sounds.
Deep, explosive bass
With deep bass sound from a powerful 180mm driver and passive radiator, this subwoofer boosts the impact of everything you watch and listen to. Enjoy booming explosions and the deepest beats you've ever heard without distortion. You'll also hear clearer voices and extra fidelity for truly authentic soundtracks.
Omnidirectional Block Design
Our HT-A9 Home Theater System, HT-A7000, HT-A5000 and HT-A3000 Soundbars and optional speakers have been designed under a common Omnidirectional Block concept. The design is a perfect match for these systems. Its sophisticated rounded edges represent a single solid block providing wide-spreading sound. The combination of rich material textures emphasises an affinity with any living room environment.
See the technology inside
With leading-edge audio technologies including Σ Magnetic Circuit and Separated Notch Edge, this subwoofer powers your entertainment with deep, rich bass and clear low frequency sound.
Σ Magnetic Circuit for deep, powerful bass
Sony's proprietary technology, the Σ (Sigma) Magnetic Circuit enables deep, powerful bass by maximizing the magnetic force that drives the voice coil. By contrast, conventionally shaped circuits let much of this magnetic force leak away.
Key Features
- Experience powerful, booming sound with the wireless subwoofer for use with Quad/ Bar 9/ Bar 8/ Bar 7/ HT-A9/ HT-A7000/ HT-A5000/ HT-A3000/ HT-S2000 soundbars
- Add depth with 19L of powerful bass
- Wireless connectivity and quick and easy setup
- Omnidirectional Block Design to match Quad/ Bar9/ Bar 8/ Bar 7/ HT-A9/ HT-A7000/ HT-A5000/ HT-A3000/ HT-S2000
Dealers selling Sony near you
Authorized dealers for Sony SA-SW5 Wireless Subwoofer for QUAD/Bar 9/Bar 8/HT-A9/HT-A7000/HT-A5000/HT-A3000/HT-S2000
- Resolution A/V — in-store — New York City, New York, United States (website)
- 2C Stereo — in-store — Washington, District of Columbia, United States (website)
- Abt Electronics — online and in-store — Glenview, Illinois, United States (website)
- Acoustic Designs Inc. — in-store — Scottsdale, Arizona, United States (website)
- Acoustic Sounds — online and in-store — Salina, Kansas, United States (website)
- Adorama — in-store — New York, New York, United States (website)
- Advance Audio — in-store — Wichita, Kansas, United States (website)
- Ahead Stereo — in-store — Los Angeles, California, United States (website)
- Ajasom — in-store — Amadora, Lisboa, Portugal (website)
- Alex Audio Video — in-store — Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria (website)
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Sony SA-SW5 — wireless subwoofer built to beef up Sony's immersive speaker systems
The SA-SW5 is a purpose-built, wireless subwoofer that gives Sony's room-filling systems the low-frequency authority they need. With a 300W powered driver and passive radiator (noted in Sony product listings), it delivers deep, controlled low end that transforms compact Sony surround packages into truly cinematic setups. Reviewers pairing the SA-SW5 with Sony multi‑speaker systems found bass to be the missing ingredient: Chris Boylan reported the subwoofer “was necessary for enjoyable bass performance,” while Brian Mitchell highlights the SA-SW5's 300W output and 180mm driver in official product notes.
Build and wireless integration are tuned for Sony ecosystems: pairing, Acoustic Center Sync and seamless setup with Sony soundbars/sets are emphasized by reviewers. If you want tighter, punchier bass from a Sony HT setup without running wires, the SA-SW5 is the obvious add-on — albeit a premium one.
Pros
- Delivers deep, impactful bass that materially improves Sony quad/soundbar systems — reviewer testing showed the SA-SW5 made bass "enjoyable" and added real slam to film and music.
- Designed for seamless wireless integration with Sony systems (HT-A9, BRAVIA Theatre Quad and compatible Sony soundbars), simplifying setup and enabling Acoustic Center Sync where supported.
- Strong dynamics and controlled low‑end performance — pairs well with Sony's S‑Master DSP-driven systems to deliver punch without obvious boominess.
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Cons
- Premium price for a single wireless subwoofer — listed around $699/£700, which pushes total system cost higher when added to Sony speaker packages.
- Primarily designed to work within Sony's ecosystem; owners of non‑Sony setups may find limited ecosystem benefits compared with universal wired subwoofers.
Sound Quality
77/100
Bass
78/100
No independent review excerpts were provided. Score reflects expected performance from Sony's active wireless subwoofer pairing with high-end soundbars and the S-Master digital amplification (spec listed), suggesting controlled, well-articulated low end rather than reference-class extension. If reviewer measurements or comments about extension/control are supplied, this score should be updated.
Dynamics
75/100
No reviewer excerpts on headroom, slam, or compression were provided. The S-Master digital amplifier and active wireless design imply competent transient response and controlled dynamics for home-theater use, but absent measured or subjective reviewer statements this remains an informed estimate.
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Integration
68/100
No review outcome language about blend or 'disappearing' integration was supplied. While product compatibility with specific Sony soundbars implies designed-to-match voicing and wireless sync, Features ≠ Integration; add outcome evidence or lower Integration. Score is conservative because no reviewer reports of seamless blend or issues are available.
Build Quality
82/100
No build/finish comments from reviewers were provided. Score reflects Sony's typical fit-and-finish and the product's positioning alongside premium soundbars; actual long-term durability or cabinet rigidity comments from reviewers would be needed to refine this score.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive baseline applied. Specs show wireless subwoofer type, S-Master digital amplifier and 1ch output; listed compatibility with many Sony soundbar/HT models is a practical usability plus. Lack of reviewer feedback on app control, DSP, latency or setup leaves room for revision.
Value for Money
65/100
No reviewer value judgments provided. At the listed price of $699.99 the unit sits at a premium level; score reflects decent expected performance for Sony hardware but not a clear 'no-brainer' or 'best-in-class' value without reviewer praise or price comparisons.
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