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Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5

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BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5

Released April 2026.2Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-unveils-new-bravia-theater-home-audio-lineup-for-enhancing-home-cinema-experience-302724498.htmlRead 20 October 2026Available for presale at Sony, Best Buy, Amazon and other retailers from 2026-03-25. Engadget reviewed it on 2026-04-10. The exact US shipping date is not found. Last checked 20 October 2026.

System channel configuration
3.1
Dolby Atmos
Yes
Separate subwoofer included
Yes
HDMI eARC
Yes

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Ports

  • HDMI
  • Optical
  • USB-A
  • AC power

All specs

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Audio system

System channel configuration
3.11Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026The guide describes a front speaker section and a center speaker section plus a subwoofer. The press release says 3.1ch.2Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-unveils-new-bravia-theater-home-audio-lineup-for-enhancing-home-cinema-experience-302724498.htmlRead 20 October 2026A 3.1ch system accompanied by a wireless subwoofer.
Physical drivers in the package
41Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Front speaker 45 x 82 mm cone (2), center speaker 45 x 82 mm cone (1) and a 160 mm subwoofer cone (1). Sony's comparison on the Amazon page says 3.1ch (4 speakers).5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GSBT4FV7Read 20 October 2026Sony's comparison on the page: BRAVIA Theater Bar 5 3.1ch (4 speakers). An image says total 4 units.
Physical drivers in the bar
31Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Three 45 x 82 mm cones in the bar. No passive radiators are listed.
Up-firing drivers in the package
03Press articleengadget.com/audio/speakers/sony-adds-the-bravia-theater-bar-5-and-bar-7-to-its-soundbar-lineup-160000680.htmlRead 20 October 2026It doesn't have up-firing drivers. It is a 3.1-channel setup, so overhead effects are simulated.
Driver layout
ComponentDriver typeCountDiameter (mm)
Soundbar front left and rightCone, acoustic suspension2Not available
Soundbar centerCone, acoustic suspension1Not available
SubwooferCone, bass reflex enclosure1160
Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Specifications: front speaker section 45 mm x 82 mm cone type (2), acoustic suspension. Center speaker section 45 mm x 82 mm cone type (1), acoustic suspension. Subwoofer 160 mm cone type (1), bass reflex. The guide does not call the bar cones full-range.
Separate subwoofer included
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Checking the package contents: Subwoofer (1). The guide says the subwoofer is connected wirelessly to the bar speaker.2Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-unveils-new-bravia-theater-home-audio-lineup-for-enhancing-home-cinema-experience-302724498.htmlRead 20 October 2026A wireless subwoofer accompanies the Bar 5.
Included subwoofer connection
Wireless1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026The subwoofer is connected wirelessly to the bar speaker. It has a 2.4 GHz wireless section and its own AC inlet.
Included subwoofer driver diameter
160mm1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Subwoofer speaker: 160 mm (6 3/8 in) cone type (1).
Rear speakers included
01Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026The package contents list has no rear speakers.
Included rear speaker connection
Not available
Detachable rear speakers
No1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026The bar is one piece.
Compatible optional subwoofers
Not available
Compatible optional rear speakers
Not available
Total RMS audio output power
Not available
Total peak audio output power
250W5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GSBT4FV7Read 20 October 2026Speaker Maximum Output Power 250 watts. A maximum figure with no stated load or distortion, so it is stored as peak output and not as RMS. Sony's own pages were not opened.
Published frequency response lower limit
Not available
Published frequency response upper limit
Not available

Audio formats

Dolby Atmos
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026The speaker system supports object-based audio formats such as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. Dolby Atmos is accepted over eARC and as Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus over ARC.2Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-unveils-new-bravia-theater-home-audio-lineup-for-enhancing-home-cinema-experience-302724498.htmlRead 20 October 2026Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support. Overhead sound comes from virtual processing, not from up-firing drivers.
DTS:X
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026The Supported Audio Formats table marks DTS:X on HDMI output (eARC) only.2Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-unveils-new-bravia-theater-home-audio-lineup-for-enhancing-home-cinema-experience-302724498.htmlRead 20 October 2026Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support.
Supported audio formats
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:X1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Supported Audio Formats table, page 68. MPEG-2 AAC and MPEG-4 AAC are marked not supported in some countries and are not stored.
Audio formats by connection
ConnectionFormatMax input channels
HDMI eARCLPCM 2ch2
HDMI eARCLPCM 5.1ch6
HDMI eARCLPCM 7.1ch8
HDMI eARCDolby DigitalNot available
HDMI eARCDolby TrueHDNot available
HDMI eARCDolby Digital PlusNot available
HDMI eARCDolby AtmosNot available
HDMI eARCDolby Atmos over Dolby TrueHDNot available
HDMI eARCDolby Atmos over Dolby Digital PlusNot available
HDMI eARCDTSNot available
HDMI eARCDTS-ES Discrete 6.1Not available
HDMI eARCDTS-ES Matrix 6.1Not available
HDMI eARCDTS 96/24Not available
HDMI eARCDTS-HD High Resolution AudioNot available
HDMI eARCDTS-HD Master AudioNot available
HDMI eARCDTS:XNot available
HDMI ARCLPCM 2ch2
HDMI ARCDolby DigitalNot available
HDMI ARCDolby Digital PlusNot available
HDMI ARCDolby Atmos over Dolby Digital PlusNot available
HDMI ARCDTSNot available
HDMI ARCDTS-ES Discrete 6.1Not available
HDMI ARCDTS-ES Matrix 6.1Not available
HDMI ARCDTS 96/24Not available
OpticalLPCM 2ch2
OpticalDolby DigitalNot available
OpticalDTSNot available
OpticalDTS-ES Discrete 6.1Not available
OpticalDTS-ES Matrix 6.1Not available
OpticalDTS 96/24Not available
Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Supported Audio Formats table: columns HDMI output (eARC), HDMI output (ARC) and Optical. eARC takes all 16 listed formats. ARC takes LPCM 2ch, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS-ES and DTS 96/24. Optical takes LPCM 2ch, Dolby Digital, DTS, DTS-ES and DTS 96/24. LPCM 5.1ch counts 6 channels and 7.1ch counts 8 channels.
Music file formats
Not available
Max wired audio sample rate
Not available
Max music file sample rate
Not available
Max wired audio bit depth
Not available
Max music file bit depth
Not available

Connectivity

Ports on the bar
ConnectorCountRole
HDMI1HDMI OUT (TV (eARC/ARC)) to the TV
Optical1TV IN (OPTICAL) digital audio input
USB-A1UPDATE port for software updates. In some regions it is a USB port for music playback
AC power1AC inlet for the bar
Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Rear: UPDATE port (the guide says the port varies by country or region and may be a USB music port), HDMI OUT (TV (eARC/ARC)) jack, TV IN (OPTICAL) jack and AC inlet. The input is TV IN (OPTICAL) and the output is HDMI OUT. The subwoofer has its own AC inlet and a LINK button.6Reviewpocket-lint.com/review-sony-bravia-theater-bar-5Read 20 October 2026Review dated 2026-07-25: the spec list includes USB-A. Its port description names only power, optical audio and one HDMI output with eARC. The review gives no measurements.
HDMI ARC
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026HDMI OUT (TV (eARC/ARC)). The speaker system is compatible with eARC and ARC.
HDMI eARC
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026The eARC setting is enabled by default on the speaker system.
HDMI-CEC
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Control for HDMI and BRAVIA Sync sections.
HDMI video passthrough
No1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026The only HDMI connector is the output to the TV. Devices connect to the TV, and the guide says to connect external devices to the TV with an HDMI cable.
Video passthrough modes
Not available
HDR passthrough formats
Not available
VRR passthrough
Not available
ALLM passthrough
Not available
HDCP version
Not available
Bluetooth audio input
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Listening to Music/Sound with the BLUETOOTH function. BLUETOOTH Power Class 1.
Bluetooth version
5.34Reviewengadget.com/audio/speakers/sony-bravia-theater-bar-5-review-a-basic-tv-sound-booster-140000192.htmlRead 20 October 2026Review says Bluetooth 5.3. The help guide does not state a version.
Bluetooth audio codecs
SBC, AAC1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026BLUETOOTH section: supported codec SBC and AAC, profiles A2DP and AVRCP. The guide states no Bluetooth version.
Wi-Fi
No4Reviewengadget.com/audio/speakers/sony-bravia-theater-bar-5-review-a-basic-tv-sound-booster-140000192.htmlRead 20 October 2026Review dated 2026-04-10: you won't find a Wi-Fi connection on the Bar 5. The help guide lists no Wi-Fi function.
Wi-Fi standard
Not available
Wi-Fi bands
Not available
Built-in Ethernet speed
Not available

Streaming and control

Streaming protocols
Not available
Voice assistants
Not available
Built-in microphone
Not available
Microphone mute control
Not available
Companion apps
Sony | BRAVIA Connect1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026The Sony | BRAVIA Connect app is required for initial setup. The remote handles frequently used operations.
Companion app platforms
iOS, Android7Maker product pageapps.apple.com/us/app/sony-bravia-connect/id1621229655Read 20 October 2026Sony | BRAVIA Connect is a free iPhone app from Sony Corporation. Its supported device list names BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5. It requires iOS 15.0 or later.8Maker product pageplay.google.com/store/apps/developerRead 20 October 2026Sony Corporation's Google Play developer page lists the Android app Sony | BRAVIA Connect. The Bar 5 is named in the iOS listing, and the Android listing was not opened.
Multiroom audio
Not available
Remote included
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Checking the package contents: Remote control (1).

Sound processing

Sound modes
Sound field, Voice mode, Night mode, Dolby Speaker Virtualizer1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Sound field, Voice mode and Night mode on the remote and app. Sound Field Type can be set to Dolby Speaker Virtualizer. Sony's page calls the other sound field processing S-Force PRO Front Surround and Vertical Surround Engine.
Automatic room calibration
Not available
Room calibration system
Not available
Dialogue enhancement
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Voice mode emphasizes dialog. Voice Zoom works with a compatible Sony TV. DTS Dialog Control is a setting.
Night mode
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Night mode outputs clear sound even at a low volume.
Equalizer controls
Bass level1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026BASS (Bass level) plus and minus on the remote. Speaker distance and level setup is not an equalizer.
TV speaker integration
Not available

Power

Published operating power
30W1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Bar speaker power consumption On: 30 W. The subwoofer is listed apart at 20 W. The test method is not stated.
Published standby power
0.5W1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Standby mode with Bluetooth Standby set to OFF: 0.5 W or less. The subwoofer is listed apart at 0.3 W or less when turned off.
Published networked standby power
2W1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Network standby mode with Bluetooth Standby set to ON: 2.0 W or less. The subwoofer is listed apart at 2.0 W or less.
Power supply
Not available
Detachable rear battery life
Not available
Detachable rear charge time
Not available

Measured

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Low-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
High-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
Max sound pressure (measured)
Not available
Frequency response deviation (measured)
Not available
Measured latency
Not available
Operating power (measured)
Not available
Standby power (measured)
Not available
Soundbar weight (measured)
Not available

Dimensions and weight

Front and side, drawn to scale.

Soundbar dimensions
Width900Height64Depth100mm(35.4 × 2.5 × 3.9 in)1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Bar speaker W x H x D approx. 900 x 64 x 100 mm (35 1/2 x 2 5/8 x 4 in), not including the projection portion. Sony's Amazon image gives 35.5 x 2.625 x 4 in.
Soundbar weight
3,000g(6.6 lb)1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Mass of the bar speaker approx. 3 kg (6 lb 10 oz).
Component dimensions and weight
ComponentWidth (mm)Height (mm)Depth (mm)Weight (g)
Wireless subwoofer1923884007,300
Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Subwoofer W x H x D approx. 192 x 388 x 400 mm (7 5/8 x 15 3/8 x 15 3/4 in), mass approx. 7.3 kg (16 lb 2 oz). Sony's Amazon image gives 7.625 wide, 15.375 high and 15.75 deep in.
Package dimensions
Not available
Package weight
Not available
Wall mountable
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Installing the Speaker System, Mounting the Bar Speaker on a Wall: hang the bar horizontally on screws using the wall mount template.

In the box

In the box
Soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Remote control, Batteries for the remote control, AC power cords for the bar and the subwoofer, Wall mount template, Documents1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Bar speaker, subwoofer, remote control, AC power cord (2 or 4), wall mount template and documents. Battery (2), an HDMI cable and an AC plug adaptor (2) are included only in some countries, regions or retailers. The US batteries come from the Amazon listing. An HDMI cable is not stored as included because no US source states it.5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GSBT4FV7Read 20 October 2026Built-In Media: AC Cord, Batteries for remote, Remote, Sound bar, Subwoofer.
Wall mount hardware included
No1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026Only a wall mount template (paper) is supplied. Wall screws and anchors are not supplied, and no bracket is listed.
HDMI cable included
Not available
Optical cable included
No1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026The package contents list has no optical cable and the guide lists none as a regional item.

General

Series
BRAVIA Theatre2Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-unveils-new-bravia-theater-home-audio-lineup-for-enhancing-home-cinema-experience-302724498.htmlRead 20 October 2026Sony names the new BRAVIA Theater Home Audio lineup. The help guide and Sony Asia call it BRAVIA Theatre, as in the catalog's Bar 6.
Model numbers
HT-B500, HTB500, HTB500.UC2, YY2104C1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2104/v1/en/print.pdfRead 20 October 2026The guide covers HT-B500 and the models YY2104C, YY2105C and YY2106C in the same order as the names. YY2104C is the first, with the bar speaker part YY2104C1 and subwoofer part YY2104C2. HTB500.UC2 is the US item code on the Amazon listing.5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GSBT4FV7Read 20 October 2026Model Number HTB500.UC2, Model Name BRAVIA Theater Bar 5.
GTIN / EAN
0272429342455Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GSBT4FV7Read 20 October 2026UPC 027242934245 on the Amazon US listing for HTB500.UC2.
Announced
25 March 20262Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-unveils-new-bravia-theater-home-audio-lineup-for-enhancing-home-cinema-experience-302724498.htmlRead 20 October 2026Sony Electronics press release, San Diego, 2026-03-25.3Press articleengadget.com/audio/speakers/sony-adds-the-bravia-theater-bar-5-and-bar-7-to-its-soundbar-lineup-160000680.htmlRead 20 October 2026Engadget news dated 2026-03-25.
Status
Available5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GSBT4FV7Read 20 October 2026The Amazon US listing has an Add to cart button on 2026-10-20 and customer reviews from 2026. Pocket-lint says it is sold at Sony.com, Amazon and Best Buy.
Predecessor
Not available
Successor
Not available
Launch price (US)
$349.992Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-unveils-new-bravia-theater-home-audio-lineup-for-enhancing-home-cinema-experience-302724498.htmlRead 20 October 2026Suggested retail price 349.99 USD, a US price without sales tax. Canada 469.99 CAD.3Press articleengadget.com/audio/speakers/sony-adds-the-bravia-theater-bar-5-and-bar-7-to-its-soundbar-lineup-160000680.htmlRead 20 October 2026The Bravia Theater Bar 5 is just $350. The press release gives 349.99 USD.
Launch price (EU)
Not available
Markets
US2Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-unveils-new-bravia-theater-home-audio-lineup-for-enhancing-home-cinema-experience-302724498.htmlRead 20 October 2026Suggested US price in USD, with presale at US retailers.5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GSBT4FV7Read 20 October 2026Amazon US listing with US item code HTB500.UC2.
Colours
Black5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GSBT4FV7Read 20 October 2026Color: Black.

Warranty

Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GSBT4FV7Read 20 October 2026Warranty Description: 1 year. This is the Amazon US listing. Sony's own page was not opened.

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