Sony HT-X8500

Name: Sony HT-X8500
Brand: Sony
SKU: 828426
Price: 235 EUR
Availability: SoldOut
Rating: 8.8 (79 reviews)

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Product information

Key specs

	Built-in WiFi
	Bluetooth
	Width	89 cm
	Height	6,4 cm
	HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
	Sound reproduction	Surround
	Quality category	Mid-range

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Pros and cons

According to our soundbar expert

Dolby Atmos sends sound effects to your listening position via the ceiling, so it sounds extra spatial.
The soundbar has both an HDMI and an optical connector to connect the bar to the TV.
When you connect the soundbar with an HDMI cable, you can control it with your TV remote.
You can't control the soundbar with your voice, due to the lack of a voice assistant.

Description

Improve the sound of your favorite movies, series, games, and TV shows with the Sony HT-X8500. This soundbar has the Dolby Atmos technology. The sound isn't only sent straight ahead into room, but also upwards and to the sides. This results in a realistic sound experience. The built-in subwoofer emphasizes the bass, so the sound effects are enhanced. You can use different modes, such as theater, music, games, news, and sports to make the most of the sound. Do you rather listen to music? Connect the bar to your smartphone or tablet and stream music via streaming services such as Spotify or Deezer. You can also connect the soundbar to your television with an HDMI AR or optical cable.

Tips for using this product

Included by default

Manual(0.79 MB)
Remote
AC adapter and charging cable
Optical cable
Wall mount material

Reviews

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Sound quality

Review is 8,7 out of 10.

Connection options

Review is 8,7 out of 10.

Design

Review is 10 out of 10.

Options

Review is 9,3 out of 10.

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Review is 9,6 out of 10.

Very good addition to the standard TV sound!

User friendly
Good quality
Built-in subwoofer
HDMI cable is not included

I have had this soundbar for a few weeks now. What immediately stands out is the sleek design. A (small) downside is that no HDMI cable is included. Still annoying if you don't have an extra HDMI cable at home. Nevertheless, the soundbar is very easy to use. So connected and installed. There's no shortage of options either! This way you have multiple settings for the sound (for example vertical sound, auto sound, cinema, music, voice, night, etc.). If I "just watch TV" then I switch the soundbar to auto sound. For movies and/or games, I switch to one of the other sound settings. It is recommended that you only enable vertical sound for movies. With normal television, the vertical sound does not come out very well. Switching between the sound settings is easy and quick to control via the remote control.

Music from your phone or laptop can also be easily played on the soundbar via a Bluetooth connection.

For a 2.1 soundbar, the sound is very good. The built-in subwoofer also works well. You can set the subwoofer in three positions. For me personally, the second setting is ideal and in balance with the other tones. If you are looking for the ultimate cinema experience, then this soundbar will be slightly less suitable. The sound is certainly room-filling and good, but I would consider the soundbar more as an addition to the standard TV sound.

Review by:
Ramos1992
Date:
18 May 2019
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 8,8 out of 10.

Good sound experience for the average listener

Spatial sound
Bright
Less bass

Nice packaging and very clear installation instructions. HDMI cable is not included, but everyone has one at home, right? Connecting is done. Nice full sound with a spacious feeling. It does lack a bass, but I don't mind that in my home. Personally, I prefer several separate speakers, but this is a very good alternative!

Review by:
rvanveelen
Date:
17 May 2019
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 9,2 out of 10.

A cinema sound at home in times when cinema experiences

A cinema sound at home in times when cinema experiences are unfortunately scarce

Review by:
MvR
Date:
19 March 2021
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Specifications

Product

Product
	Product number	828426
	Manufacturer code	HTX8500.CEL
	Brand	Sony
	Warranty	2 years
	Processing of your defect	Carry-in warranty

Physical properties soundbar

Physical properties soundbar
	Height	6,4 cm
	Width	89 cm
	Depth	9,6 cm
	Weight	5 kg
	Color	Black
	Quality category	Mid-range

Properties

Properties
	Separate subwoofer

Sound

Sound
	Sound quality according to customers	Good
	Number of audio channels	2
	Number of subwoofer channels	2
	Sound reproduction	Surround
	Surround sound	Virtual surround sound
	Surround sound systems	DTS, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital
	Hi-Res audio
	Radio

Slots

Slots
	HDMI connector
	HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
	Number of HDMI connectors	2
	Digital optical connector
	Network connector
	USB port
	USB function	Software updates

Connectivity

Connectivity
	Bluetooth
	Built-in WiFi
	Plays from network
	Multi-room audio
	NFC

Smart

Smart
	Compatible with smartphone / apps

Awards

Awards
	Best tested

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Very good addition to the standard TV sound!

Good sound experience for the average listener

A cinema sound at home in times when cinema experiences

Specifications

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Physical properties soundbar

Properties

Sound

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Smart

Awards

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Product information

Key specs

Pros and cons

Description

Tips for using this product

Included by default

Reviews

Rating

Rating per section

Customer images

Most helpful reviews

Very good addition to the standard TV sound!

Good sound experience for the average listener

A cinema sound at home in times when cinema experiences