Sony markets the new soundbar under the name HT-S400 and relies on Dolby Digital and a technology developed by S-Force Pro to simulate surround sound. Since the system only has two front speakers, the soundbar cannot produce real surround sound. A wireless subwoofer is responsible for the bass. The subwoofer has a loudspeaker with a diameter of 160 millimeters.
With the built-in X-Balanced speaker unit, distortion is said to be reduced and voices can be reproduced more clearly. The soundbar was equipped with an integrated speech and night mode. The back of the subwoofer is made from recycled plastic. It is possible to connect the Sony HT-S400 to certain TVs via Bluetooth.
In addition, the Sony HT-S400 has an OLED display that shows the user various status information. The soundbar can be controlled via a supplied remote control. Anyone who owns a Sony Bravia television can also operate the device directly via the surface of the television.
Soundbar expected to be available from April 2022
The new soundbar costs 270 euros in Germany. Although the HT-S400 is already listed at the first dealers, the device will not be delivered until April. Anyone who is interested in the soundbar will have to be patient or fall back on alternatives.
See also:
Sony, Audio, Soundbar, Sony HT-S400
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