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Audio system

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System channel configurationiMaker-stated channel layout of the exact package, such as 5.1.2. This can include virtual channels. It is not a count of physical drivers. Optional speakers do not count.

7.1.43Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker-advertised virtual 7.1.4 sound field. Does not describe physical channel or driver count. The reference package is the standalone bar.

3.11Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Speaker Structure 3.1ch with built-in subwoofer. Amplifier is 5 channels.

Physical drivers in the packageiCount of physical active speaker drivers across the supplied bar, subwoofer and rear speakers. Passive radiators, microphones and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

93Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

55Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/sony-ht-s2000-soundbar-review-a-sonos-beam-alternative-with-surprisingly-big-soundRead 10 October 2026Review says the design uses five speakers: three for left, right and center and two dedicated woofers.

Physical drivers in the bariCount of physical active speaker drivers in the soundbar alone. Passive radiators and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

93Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

55Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/sony-ht-s2000-soundbar-review-a-sonos-beam-alternative-with-surprisingly-big-soundRead 10 October 2026All five drivers are in the bar since the subwoofer is built in.

Up-firing drivers in the packageiPhysical active drivers explicitly firing upwards across the supplied package. Virtual height channels and passive radiators do not count. A driver that fires upwards only when the bar is wall mounted is not counted.

23Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Plus: two full-range speakers explicitly called top-firing on pp.9 and 25. The top-positioned woofers are excluded from this directional height count.

04Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sony-ht-s2000Read 10 October 2026Review says there are no upward-firing drive units and that height channels come from Sony Vertical Sound Engine processing.

Driver layoutiPublished physical driver layout for the supplied components. A row names one driver type in one component. Do not translate channel count into driver count.

ASennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)	Orientation
Soundbar	Full-range aluminum cone	3	50	Front left, center and right
Soundbar	Full-range aluminum cone	2	50	Side left and right
Soundbar	Full-range aluminum cone	2	50	Up-firing left and right
Soundbar	Inverse cone cellulose woofer	2	100	Top left and right

Source3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Speaker quantities, locations and centimetre diameters from the exact-model specifications on p.78.

BSony HT-S2000

Component	Driver type	Count	Orientation
Soundbar	Full-range cone, 45 x 82 mm	3	Front-firing
Built-in subwoofer	Low-frequency cone, 45 x 82 mm	2	Front-firing

Source2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications: front L, front R and center speakers are 45 mm x 82 mm cone type in acoustic suspension. Built-in subwoofer speaker is 45 mm x 82 mm cone type in a bass reflex enclosure. Sony's US press release and TechRadar say the subwoofer is dual, so two units are listed.6Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Sony_Sony_HT-S2000_250W_3-1-Channel_Soundbar_HTS2000-UC2Read 10 October 2026Specifications list 2 front-firing low-frequency cone drivers and 3 front-firing full-range cone drivers, each 1.8 x 3.2 in or 45 x 82 mm.

Separate subwoofer includediA separate powered subwoofer is supplied with the reference package. A built-in woofer does not count.

No3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Built-in woofers are included. The separate AMBEO Sub is optional, not part of this package.

No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sheet describes a built-in subwoofer. SA-SW3 and SA-SW5 wireless subwoofers are optional and sold separately.

Included subwoofer connectioniAudio link used by the supplied separate subwoofer. Wireless subwoofers can still require an AC power cable.

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Included subwoofer driver diameteriPublished diameter of an active driver in the supplied separate subwoofer. Do not use enclosure size or passive radiator size.

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Rear speakers includediCount of separate rear speaker enclosures supplied with the reference package. Detachable bar ends count when usable as rears. Optional rear speakers do not count.

03Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Standalone bar package, no separate rear enclosures.

01Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Included rear speaker connectioniAudio link to the supplied rear speaker enclosures. Their power connection is separate.

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Detachable rear speakersiThe bar has supplied detachable end sections usable as separate rear speakers.

No3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Fixed one-piece bar with no detachable rear enclosures, shown in product overview and package contents.

No2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Parts and Controls shows a single bar speaker. Rear speakers are optional wireless units, not detachable bar ends.

Compatible optional subwoofersiMaker-named compatible additional subwoofer models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

Sennheiser AMBEO Sub3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Up to four wireless AMBEO Subs can be added separately. Optional subs contribute no specifications to this reference package.

SA-SW3, SA-SW51Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 20263Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-introduces-ht-s2000-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-that-delivers-a-cinematic-surround-sound-experience-301759030.htmlRead 10 October 2026Release names the optional wireless subwoofers SA-SW5 and SA-SW3.

Compatible optional rear speakersiMaker-named compatible additional rear speaker models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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SA-RS3S1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026SA-RS3S wireless rear speakers are optional and sold separately.3Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-introduces-ht-s2000-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-that-delivers-a-cinematic-surround-sound-experience-301759030.htmlRead 10 October 2026Release names the optional wireless rear speakers SA-RS3S.

Total RMS audio output poweriMaker-stated RMS or rated continuous amplifier output for the exact supplied package. Peak or unspecified maximum claims do not qualify. Distortion, load and rating conditions belong in the source note. Power consumption is separate.

400W3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker total audio power explicitly RMS for the standalone bar, p.78.

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Total peak audio output poweriMaker-stated peak or maximum amplifier output for the exact supplied package. This is separate from RMS or continuous output and from electrical consumption. Rating conditions belong in the source note.

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Published frequency response lower limitiMaker-published lower limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note. Reviewer extension measurements are separate.

38Hz3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker response limit at -3 dB, standalone bar.

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Published frequency response upper limitiMaker-published upper limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note.

20kHz3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker response limit at -3 dB, standalone bar.

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Audio formats

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Dolby AtmosiExplicit support for Dolby Atmos playback. Transport codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

DTS:XiExplicit support for DTS:X playback. Virtual surround processing alone does not establish DTS:X decoding.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Audio formats over HDMI eARC list DTS:X. What Hi-Fi states height effects in Dolby Atmos and DTS:X come from virtual processing, with no up-firing drivers.4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sony-ht-s2000Read 10 October 2026Review states Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support.

Supported audio formatsiAudio formats explicitly decoded by the device. Codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes. Bluetooth codecs and music-file formats are separate.

LPCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD LBR, DTS:X, MPEG-H, Sony 360 Reality Audio3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Shared supported surround formats table p.82. Lossless TrueHD and DTS-HD formats require an appropriate digital route.

LPCM 2ch, LPCM 5.1ch, LPCM 7.1ch, Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos over Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Audio formats by connectioniExplicitly supported audio decoding combinations. Max input channels counts decoded input audio channels, including LFE. A 5.1 layout has 6 channels and 7.1 has 8. Output speaker layouts and Atmos objects do not count. Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus and over Dolby TrueHD are separate rows. Format support on one input does not prove support on another.

ASennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus

Connection	Format
HDMI eARC	LPCM
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital Plus
HDMI eARC	Dolby TrueHD
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos
HDMI eARC	DTS
HDMI eARC	DTS-ES Discrete 6.1
HDMI eARC	DTS-ES Matrix 6.1
HDMI eARC	DTS 96/24
HDMI eARC	DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
HDMI eARC	DTS-HD Master Audio
HDMI eARC	DTS-HD LBR
HDMI eARC	DTS:X
HDMI eARC	MPEG-H
HDMI eARC	Sony 360 Reality Audio
HDMI ARC	LPCM stereo
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital
HDMI ARC	DTS Digital Surround
HDMI ARC	DTS 96/24
HDMI ARC	DTS-ES Discrete/Matrix
Optical	LPCM stereo
Optical	Dolby Digital
Optical	DTS
Optical	DTS-ES Discrete 6.1
Optical	DTS 96/24

Source3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026eARC decoding follows p.82. ARC entries are the unqualified supported combinations from p.32. TV-dependent ARC object/lossless modes are omitted. Optical is Plus only. The optical multichannel LPCM, Dolby Digital Plus, Atmos over DD+, MPEG-H and 360 Reality Audio claims on p.82 conflict with S/PDIF transport limits and are omitted. The ARC table describes calculated speaker layouts, not incoming channel counts. No max_channels cell is inferred from its 5.1, 6.1 or 7.1 values.

BSony HT-S2000

Connection	Format	Max input channels
HDMI eARC	LPCM 2ch	2
HDMI eARC	LPCM 5.1ch	6
HDMI eARC	LPCM 7.1ch	8
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby TrueHD	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos over Dolby TrueHD	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS-ES Discrete 6.1	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS-ES Matrix 6.1	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS 96/24	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS-HD High Resolution Audio	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS-HD Master Audio	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS:X	Not available
HDMI ARC	LPCM 2ch	2
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital	Not available
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI ARC	Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI ARC	DTS	Not available
HDMI ARC	DTS-ES Discrete 6.1	Not available
HDMI ARC	DTS-ES Matrix 6.1	Not available
HDMI ARC	DTS 96/24	Not available
Optical	LPCM 2ch	2
Optical	Dolby Digital	Not available
Optical	DTS	Not available
Optical	DTS-ES Discrete 6.1	Not available
Optical	DTS-ES Matrix 6.1	Not available
Optical	DTS 96/24	Not available

Source2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Supported Audio Formats table, eARC, ARC and OPTICAL columns. LPCM channel counts follow the 2ch, 5.1ch and 7.1ch rows. Only the rows marked supported are listed.

Music file formatsiPublished local or network music-file playback formats. Playback route and app restrictions belong in source notes.

DSD, MP3, AAC, HE-AAC, LPCM, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, Vorbis3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Playable network-streaming file formats p.81. USB is service/power only.

WAV1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026USB playback lists Wav only. File system FAT32.

Max wired audio sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported sample rate for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify. A chipset limit is not device evidence.

192kHz3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Optical S/PDIF input sampling rates up to 192 kHz, p.80. Does not establish the same limit for every codec or route.

192kHz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Over HDMI eARC the sheet gives LPCM fs up to 192 kHz at 24 bit. Optical input is limited to 48 kHz at 24 bit.

Max music file sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file sample rate. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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Max wired audio bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported bit depth for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify.

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24bits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Same eARC LPCM entry as the sample rate: 192 kHz at 24 bit. Optical is 48 kHz at 24 bit.

Max music file bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file bit depth. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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Connectivity

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Ports on the bariPhysical connectors on the soundbar alone. Record input, output, ARC or eARC, service, subwoofer and power roles explicitly. Count identical connectors per row. Component connectors are described in source notes.

ASennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus

Connector	Count	Version	Role
HDMI	1	2.1	TV output with ARC and eARC
USB-A	1	Not available	Service updates and 5 V 1 A accessory power
AC power	1	Not available	Power input
HDMI	2	2.0a	Source input
Optical	1	Not available	S/PDIF audio input
RCA	2	Not available	Left and right analog audio input
RCA	1	Not available	Mono powered subwoofer pre-output
Ethernet	1	Not available	Network input

Source3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Physical connector counts p.11 (Plus) or p.12 (Mini) and p.80. Stereo RCA is two sockets. USB is not a music-file input.

BSony HT-S2000

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	TV video output and eARC/ARC audio return
Optical	1	TV IN digital audio input
USB-A	1	USB drive music playback, FAT32
DC power	1	DC IN from the supplied AC adaptor

Source2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Parts and Controls: USB port (the port type differs by country and region, and may be FOR SERVICE only), IR repeater, DC IN, TV IN (OPTICAL) and HDMI OUT (TV (eARC/ARC)). The Sony US sheet and US retailers state USB type A for music playback. The IR repeater is not listed as a port.

HDMI ARC

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

HDMI eARC

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

HDMI-CEC

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

HDMI video passthroughiCan pass video from a dedicated HDMI source input to a television output. ARC or eARC alone does not qualify.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Number of Input/Output is - / 1 (eARC/ARC). The bar has only an HDMI output to the TV and no HDMI input.

Video passthrough modesiPublished supported passthrough combinations, not inferred maxima at untested resolutions. State chroma, bit depth, HDR and firmware restrictions in source notes.

ASennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)
3840	2160	60

Source3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026HDMI 2.0a source inputs support up to 4K 60 Hz, p.80. Chroma and bit depth are not stated.

BSony HT-S2000

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HDR passthrough formats

Dolby Vision3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Manual p.80 explicitly lists Dolby Vision passthrough. Other HDR formats are not inferred.

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VRR passthrough

No6Measurementlesnumeriques.com/barre-de-son/sennheiser-ambeo-soundbar-plus-p70753/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026The review explicitly states HDMI inputs do not pass VRR.

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ALLM passthrough

No7Reviewwhathifi.com/news/sennheisers-five-star-dolby-atmos-soundbar-is-back-down-to-its-lowest-price-everRead 8 October 2026The article explicitly says the HDMI passthrough inputs do not support ALLM.

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HDCP versioniHighest HDCP version the maker states for an HDMI port of the soundbar, such as 2.3. When the source inputs and the TV output differ, the source input version is stored. A bar with no HDMI input stores the version of its TV output, also when that output carries video from a built-in streaming player.

2.23Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Plus HDMI source inputs HDCP 2.2, TV eARC output HDCP 1.4, p.80.

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Bluetooth audio inputiCan receive audio from a Bluetooth source. A Bluetooth remote alone does not qualify.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniPublished version of the soundbar audio connection. An optional remote or detachable rear can use a different version.

5.03Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 20265.0 Classic/BLE source-audio link. The optional AMBEO Sub link uses 5.2 and does not replace the source version.

5.21Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Bluetooth audio codecsiExplicitly supported codecs for received Bluetooth audio. A Bluetooth version alone does not establish a codec.

AAC, SBC3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026AAC and SBC for received Bluetooth audio. LC3 is confined to the optional subwoofer link.

SBC, AAC1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Bluetooth receiver lists AAC and SBC.

Wi-Fi

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Interface section gives IEEE 802.11 version a/b/g/n/ac. The Help Guide has a Wireless LAN section. Reviewers say the bar has no Wi-Fi music streaming. The radio is not used for AirPlay or Google Cast.

Wi-Fi standardiPublished Wi-Fi standards for the soundbar, written as 802.11 names without IEEE, such as "802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax". A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is "802.11ac" and Wi-Fi 6 is "802.11ax". Do not infer the standard from frequency bands.

802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

802.11a/b/g/n/ac1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 20262Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, Wireless LAN section: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac.

Wi-Fi bandsiPublished radio bands, such as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Wireless LAN frequency band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

Built-in Ethernet speediRated speed of the built-in port. An optional adapter does not count.

100Mbps3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026RJ45 network port rated 100/10 Mbit, p.80.

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Streaming protocolsiNamed network playback protocols, such as AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect. Bluetooth is separate.

Google Cast, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, UPnP3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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Voice assistantsiNamed assistants supported by the soundbar. Built-in and external-device routes and market restrictions belong in source notes.

Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Siri3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Alexa is built-in and uses bar microphones. Google Assistant requires an external device. Siri casting uses a separate Siri-enabled device via AirPlay, per maker press release. Availability depends on language and region.4Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/the-worlds-most-immersive-sound-7ez2v6Read 8 October 2026Alexa built-in, external Google Assistant device and Siri casting integration. The Mini release makes the separate Siri device route explicit.

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Built-in microphoneiPhysical microphone in the bar for voice or calibration. An external setup phone or remote microphone does not count.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Four integrated microphones for room calibration and Alexa.

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Microphone mute controliA physical control on the soundbar explicitly disables its built-in voice microphone. State whether this is an electrical switch or software-controlled button when known.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Physical Mic Mute touch button. The manual states it mutes the built-in microphones, not an electrical disconnect.

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Companion apps

Sennheiser Smart Control3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Sony | BRAVIA Connect2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Help Guide names the Sony | BRAVIA Connect app. The launch material calls it Sony | Home Entertainment Connect.

Companion app platforms

iOS, Android3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

iOS, Android3Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-introduces-ht-s2000-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-that-delivers-a-cinematic-surround-sound-experience-301759030.htmlRead 10 October 2026Footnote: download the app at Google Play and the App Store.

Multiroom audioiCan play synchronised audio with other rooms through a supported network platform. Optional surround expansion alone does not qualify.

Yes6Measurementlesnumeriques.com/barre-de-son/sennheiser-ambeo-soundbar-plus-p70753/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Connectivity and streaming section explicitly identifies AirPlay 2, Google Chromecast and Alexa Cast as multiroom routes.

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Remote includediA separate remote control supplied with the reference package. Phone apps and TV remotes do not count.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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Sound modes

Adaptive, Music, Movie, News, Neutral, Sports3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Sound Field, Voice Mode, Night Mode1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sound Function lists Night Mode and Voice Mode. The remote and Help Guide add a Sound Field on and off button.2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Remote has SOUND FIELD, VOICE and NIGHT buttons.

Automatic room calibrationiExplicit acoustic measurement or analysis used to adapt playback to the room. Manual EQ alone does not qualify. Setup phone requirements belong in source notes.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Acoustic measurements with built-in microphones via Smart Control setup.

No4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sony-ht-s2000Read 10 October 2026Review says there is no automated calibration system and the soundbar is plug and play. The maker lists none.

Room calibration system

AMBEO Self-Calibration3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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Dialogue enhancementiA dialogue or voice mode counts, also when the maker lists it as an EQ preset.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Voice Mode is the dialogue function.

Night mode

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Equalizer controlsiPublished user-adjustable EQ controls. Bass and treble controls are distinct from multi-band EQ.

Foundation, Low-Mid, Clarity and Brilliance3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026User-adjustable Foundation bass, Low-Mid midrange and Clarity and Brilliance treble controls described p.70.

Bass level2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Remote BASS +/- adjusts the built-in subwoofer level.

TV speaker integrationiNamed features allowing compatible television speakers to play with the bar. TV models and connection requirements belong in source notes.

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Power

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Published operating poweriMaker-published operating electrical consumption of the soundbar alone. Included subwoofer and rear-speaker consumption do not count. Keep workload and method in source notes. Audio amplifier output is separate.

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42W2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, Power consumption on: 42.0 W. The Sony US sheet gives 50 W approx for operation, which conflicts. The manual figure is used. Doubt recorded.

Published standby poweriMaker-published non-networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Networked standby and other components are separate.

0.5W3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Upper limit only: standby without a network connection is less than 0.5 W.

0.5W2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Standby mode with Network/Bluetooth Standby off: less than 0.5 W. This is an upper limit.

Published networked standby poweriMaker-published networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Enabled radio and network conditions belong in source notes.

1.9W3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Standby with network connection is 1.9 W, standalone bar.

2W2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Networked standby with Network/Bluetooth Standby on: less than 2.0 W. This is an upper limit.

Power supplyiPublished AC input range or external DC adapter arrangement. Electrical input ratings are not operating consumption.

100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

External AC adaptor, 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz input, 25 V DC to the bar6Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Sony_Sony_HT-S2000_250W_3-1-Channel_Soundbar_HTS2000-UC2Read 10 October 2026Specifications give AC input 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, and DC input 25 V. The AC adaptor is supplied.

Detachable rear battery lifeiMaker-stated runtime of the supplied detachable rear speakers. Volume, mode and recharge conditions belong in source notes.

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Detachable rear charge timeiMaker-stated full recharge time of supplied detachable rear speakers. Charging route belongs in source notes.

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Measured

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured lower extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold, mode, room correction and configuration belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured upper extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold and configuration belong in source notes.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum sound pressure. Signal, distance, sound mode and supplied or optional speaker configuration belong in source notes.

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Frequency response deviation (measured)iReviewer-measured standard error against the stated target. Target, averaging range, preset and test method belong in source notes.

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Measured latencyiReviewer-measured audio latency. Keep source/TV, firmware, codec, synchronisation correction and exact tested speaker configuration in source notes. Negative offsets are valid when the method reports them.

ASennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus

Connection	Latency (ms)
Bluetooth	485

Source6Measurementlesnumeriques.com/barre-de-son/sennheiser-ambeo-soundbar-plus-p70753/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Bluetooth latency measured by Les Numériques, standalone bar. Review 6 December 2022, firmware 0.0.62. Source device, codec and measurement compensation settings are not published.

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Operating power (measured)iReviewer-measured operating consumption of the soundbar alone. Optional or supplied external speakers do not count. Workload and enabled radio conditions belong in source notes.

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Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only standby consumption. Network state and test conditions belong in source notes.

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Soundbar weight (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only weight. Excludes subwoofer, rears, mounting hardware and cables.

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Dimensions and weight

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Soundbar dimensionsiBar alone in its normal tabletop orientation, without detachable rears, wall brackets or external cables. A source that includes detachable ends must use component_dimensions instead. A size labelled L x W x H, as on Amazon, is width x depth x height.

Width1,051Height77Depth121mm(41.4 × 3 × 4.8 in)3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker approximate dimensions including tabletop feet from p.78.

Width800Height64Depth124mm(31.5 × 2.5 × 4.9 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 20262Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Dimensions approx 800 mm x 64 mm x 124 mm, not including projection portions.

Soundbar weightiBar alone, without detachable rears, subwoofer, wall brackets or external cables. Source-published masses including detachable ends belong in component_dimensions.

6,300g(13.9 lb)3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker approximate bar weight p.78.

3,700g(8.2 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Main unit body only 3.7 kg.2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Mass approx 3.7 kg.

Component dimensions and weightiPublished dimensions and mass for named supplied components, including a bar with detachable rears attached when stated. Each row describes one enclosure, not the pair, unless the component label explicitly states a set. Width, height and depth use normal installed orientation.

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Package dimensions

Width1,144Height135Depth219mm(45 × 5.3 × 8.6 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/NmMAkVBXKG2LIYiT9ifffA%3D%3D/Spec%2BsheetRead 8 October 2026Single product retail packaging. Outer master carton excluded.

Width883.9Height129.5Depth271.8mm(34.8 × 5.1 × 10.7 in)6Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Sony_Sony_HT-S2000_250W_3-1-Channel_Soundbar_HTS2000-UC2Read 10 October 2026Box dimensions 34.8 x 10.7 x 5.1 in as length, width and height. Converted exactly from rounded inch values to width, height and depth.

Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

10,000g(22 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/NmMAkVBXKG2LIYiT9ifffA%3D%3D/Spec%2BsheetRead 8 October 2026Retail package gross weight, not outer carton weight.

6,012g(13.3 lb)6Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Sony_Sony_HT-S2000_250W_3-1-Channel_Soundbar_HTS2000-UC2Read 10 October 2026Package weight 13.255 lb converted exactly to grams.

Wall mountable

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Optional SB02-WM wall mount, pp.26–27.

Yes2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Mounting the Bar Speaker on a Wall chapter.

In the box

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In the box

AMBEO Soundbar Plus, Remote control with CR2032 battery, Premium high-speed HDMI cable, Power cord, Quick guide, Safety guide, Compliance sheet3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

HT-S2000 soundbar, Remote control, Remote batteries, HDMI cable, AC adaptor, AC power cord, Wall mount template, Customer registration card and warranty card1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Supplied accessories: remote batteries, HDMI cable, AC adaptor, AC cord, wall mount template, registration card and warranty card. The Help Guide shows the remote RMT-AH513U.

Wall mount hardware includediSupplied bar mounting brackets or mount. Screws alone do not establish that a complete mount is included.

No3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026SB02-WM is sold separately, not in the bar package.

No2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Chapter says to prepare two screws, not supplied. A printed wall mount template is supplied. No bracket is supplied.

HDMI cable included

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026HDMI cable listed in the box.

Optical cable included

No3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026

No2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Connecting to a TV chapter calls the optical digital cable not supplied.

General

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Series

AMBEO1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/ambeo-soundbar-plusRead 8 October 2026

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

SB02M, 700144, 7001432Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/NmMAkVBXKG2LIYiT9ifffA%3D%3D/Spec%2BsheetRead 8 October 2026US and EU country-specific standalone articles in the Technical Data table. Regional power cords differ. China-specific hardware is excluded.

HT-S2000, HTS2000.UC21Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sony US sheet for HTS2000.UC2. HT-S2000 is the marketing model.

GTIN / EAN

4260752330220, 810091270226, 4260752330213, 8100912702192Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/NmMAkVBXKG2LIYiT9ifffA%3D%3D/Spec%2BsheetRead 8 October 2026US and EU EAN and UPC codes in the Technical Data table.

0272429255406Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Sony_Sony_HT-S2000_250W_3-1-Channel_Soundbar_HTS2000-UC2Read 10 October 2026Listing for HTS2000.UC2 gives UPC 027242925540. Other US retailers give the same number.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

1 September 20224Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/the-worlds-most-immersive-sound-7ez2v6Read 8 October 2026Maker announcement for the standalone bar.

1 March 20233Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-introduces-ht-s2000-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-that-delivers-a-cinematic-surround-sound-experience-301759030.htmlRead 10 October 2026Sony Electronics Inc. release dated San Diego, March 1, 2023.

Status

Available1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/ambeo-soundbar-plusRead 8 October 2026

Discontinued7Reviewchoice.com.au/products/electronics-and-technology/home-entertainment/home-theatre-systems/sony-ht-s2000Read 10 October 2026Australian review page lists Availability as Discontinued model. A US retailer listing also shows the product as unavailable.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$1,499.954Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/the-worlds-most-immersive-sound-7ez2v6Read 8 October 2026US launch MSRP excluding tax, separate AMBEO Sub excluded.

$499.993Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-introduces-ht-s2000-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-that-delivers-a-cinematic-surround-sound-experience-301759030.htmlRead 10 October 2026Release states $499.99 MSRP. US price excludes sales tax.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€1,4995Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/immersiver-sound-fur-die-beste-unterhaltungRead 8 October 2026German maker launch consumer recommended retail price, VAT included. Standalone bar only.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, EU2Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/NmMAkVBXKG2LIYiT9ifffA%3D%3D/Spec%2BsheetRead 8 October 2026

US3Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-introduces-ht-s2000-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-that-delivers-a-cinematic-surround-sound-experience-301759030.htmlRead 10 October 2026Sony Electronics Inc. US release with pre-orders at Sony Electronics, Amazon and authorized retailers.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Anthracite2Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/NmMAkVBXKG2LIYiT9ifffA%3D%3D/Spec%2BsheetRead 8 October 2026

Black5Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/sony-ht-s2000-soundbar-review-a-sonos-beam-alternative-with-surprisingly-big-soundRead 10 October 2026Retailer link caption names the Black model.

Links

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Product page

us.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/ambeo-soundbar-plus1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/ambeo-soundbar-plusRead 8 October 2026

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Spec sheet

files.bbystatic.com/NmMAkVBXKG2LIYiT9ifffA%3D%3D/Spec%2Bsheet2Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/NmMAkVBXKG2LIYiT9ifffA%3D%3D/Spec%2BsheetRead 8 October 2026

static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Manual

cdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdf3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Instruction manual version 07/25 A04. Plus specifications pp.78 and 80, Mini pp.79 and 80. Shared audio and network tables pp.81–82. Package contents p.7.

helpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdf2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sony online Help Guide for HT-S2000, full PDF. Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation, part 5-045-382-11(4).

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

2years1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/ambeo-soundbar-plusRead 8 October 2026US maker store includes a two-year manufacturer warranty.

1year6Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Sony_Sony_HT-S2000_250W_3-1-Channel_Soundbar_HTS2000-UC2Read 10 October 2026Retailer states a limited 1-year manufacturer warranty for the US package. The retailer listing says the product is unavailable.

Both are also in the API. Back to all soundbars.