TV and audio / Soundbars
YamahaSoundbar
SR-B20A
- System channel configuration
- Not available
- Dolby Atmos
- No
- Separate subwoofer included
- No
- HDMI eARC
- No
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At a glance
Standby power
Lower than all other soundbars. Lower is better.
Ports
- HDMI
- 2 Optical
- RCA
- USB-A
- AC power
Audio system
- System channel configuration
- Not available
- Physical drivers in the package
- 63Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, printed page 73: two front L/R cone drivers, two tweeters and two subwoofer drivers, all inside the bar. No separate speaker is supplied.
- Physical drivers in the bar
- 63Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, printed page 73: front L/R x2, tweeter x2 and built-in subwoofer x2.
- Up-firing drivers in the package
- Not available
- Driver layout
Component Driver type Count Diameter (mm) Orientation Soundbar Front L/R cone driver 2 55 Up when the bar stands on a shelf, forward when wall mounted Soundbar Dome tweeter 2 25 Front edge when the bar stands on a shelf, down when wall mounted Soundbar Built-in subwoofer cone driver 2 75 Up when the bar stands on a shelf, forward when wall mounted Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, printed page 73: 5.5 cm (2-1/8 in) cone x2, 2.5 cm (1 in) dome x2, 7.5 cm (3 in) cone x2 in the built-in subwoofer.4Maker product pageeurope.yamaha.com/en/audio/home-audio/products/sound-bar/sr-b20aRead 10 October 2026European overview text: dual built-in 75 mm (3 in) subwoofer units, two 55 mm (2-1/8 in) woofers and two 25 mm (1 in) tweeters.6Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/yamaha-sr-b20aRead 10 October 2026Review of March 2021 describes six drivers. Four fire upwards when the bar is benched and forward when it is wall mounted. These are the 55 mm mid-range units near each end and the 75 mm bass drivers. The two 25 mm tweeters sit on the front edge when benched or fire down when wall mounted. Sizes and counts come from the user guide.11Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/yamaha-sr-b20aRead 10 October 2026Review says that on its feet the two 25 mm tweeters face forwards while the two 55 mm midrange drivers and the two 75 mm bass drivers fire upwards from the top. It also says the tweeters fire down when the bar is wall mounted.- Included subwoofer connection
- Not available
- Included subwoofer driver diameter
- Not available
- Rear speakers included
- 03Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Supplied accessories list, printed page 9, has no rear speakers.
- Included rear speaker connection
- Not available
- Detachable rear speakers
- No3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Single-piece bar. Part names show no detachable section.
- Compatible optional subwoofers
- Not available
- Compatible optional rear speakers
- Not available
- Total RMS audio output power
- Not available
- Total peak audio output power
- 120W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, printed page 73: maximum rated output power is 30 W x 2 channels for front L/R plus 60 W for the subwoofer, 120 W in total. The guide gives no distortion or load condition, so it is stored as a maximum and not as an RMS value.5Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/yamaha-sr-b20a-sound-barRead 10 October 2026Review also quotes 120 watts of power, half for the two bass drivers.
- Published frequency response lower limit
- Not available
- Published frequency response upper limit
- Not available
Audio formats
- Supported audio formats
- PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround, Dolby Pro Logic II2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026Specs page comparison column for SR-B20A lists Dolby Digital yes, Dolby Pro Logic II yes and DTS Digital Surround yes. The page compares three Yamaha bars side by side and the middle column is the SR-B20A.
- Audio formats by connection
Connection Format Max input channels HDMI ARC PCM 2 HDMI ARC Dolby Digital 6 HDMI ARC DTS Digital Surround 6 Optical PCM 2 Optical Dolby Digital 6 Optical DTS Digital Surround 6 - Music file formats
- Not available
- Max wired audio sample rate
- 96kHz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Supported digital audio signal formats, printed page 76: 2-channel linear PCM at 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96 kHz for TV, OPTICAL and TV (ARC).
- Max music file sample rate
- Not available
- Max wired audio bit depth
- 24bits3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Supported digital audio signal formats, printed page 76: 2-channel linear PCM at 16, 20 and 24 bit for TV, OPTICAL and TV (ARC).
- Max music file bit depth
- Not available
Connectivity
- Ports on the bar
Connector Count Role HDMI 1 HDMI OUT/TV (ARC) output to the TV Optical 2 Digital audio inputs labelled TV and OPTICAL RCA 1 Mono analog SUBWOOFER OUT USB-A 1 UPDATE ONLY, firmware update AC power 1 Mains power input - HDMI eARC
- No2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026Specs page lists the HDMI port as 1 out (TV ARC) with ARC yes and no eARC row. The user guide names the jack HDMI OUT/TV (ARC). The CinemaConfig listing marks eARC yes and is not used.11Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/yamaha-sr-b20aRead 10 October 2026Full specs table of the Trusted Reviews review (28 December 2020) lists ARC/eARC as ARC.
- HDMI video passthrough
- No2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026Specs page lists HDMI 4K pass-through as No.
- 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
- Yes1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/index.htmlRead 10 October 2026Overview: Bluetooth streaming with easy switching between two devices.
- Bluetooth audio codecs
- SBC, AAC3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, printed page 74: sink function codecs SBC and AAC, profile A2DP.
- 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
- Sound Bar Remote1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/index.htmlRead 10 October 2026Overview names the Sound Bar Remote app for input, sound mode, Clear Voice and Bass Extension control.
- Companion app platforms
- iOS, Android3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Additional features: install Sound Bar Remote from the App Store or Google Play.
- Multiroom audio
- No2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026Specs page lists Wi-Fi no, AirPlay no and MusicCast Surround no. The bar has no network connection.6Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/yamaha-sr-b20aRead 10 October 2026Review states the bar has no networking of any kind.
Sound processing
- Sound modes
- Stereo, Standard, Movie, Game1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/index.htmlRead 10 October 2026Overview lists four sound modes: Stereo, Standard, Movie and Game. A separate 3D surround switch applies DTS Virtual:X.2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026Surround Mode row: Stereo, Standard, Movie, Game.
- Automatic room calibration
- Not available
- Room calibration system
- Not available
- Dialogue enhancement
- Yes1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/index.htmlRead 10 October 2026Clear Voice makes dialogue and human voices more audible.
- Night mode
- Not available
- Equalizer controls
- Subwoofer level, Bass Extension3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Playback section: SUBWOOFER (+/-) adjusts the subwoofer volume alone. BASS EXT enables Bass Extension. There are no bass, treble or band controls.
- TV speaker integration
- Not available
Power
- Published operating power
- 25W2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026Power consumption 25 W (Rated). This is a rated figure and not a measured or typical value.
- Published standby power
- 0.2W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, printed page 74: 0.2 W with HDMI Control and Bluetooth Standby off. It is 0.5 W with them on.
- Published networked standby power
- Not available
- Power supply
- AC 100-120 V, 50/60 Hz (USA, Canada, Taiwan and Mexico). AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz (UK, Europe and other areas)3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, printed page 74. Input rating, not consumption.
- 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
- Width910Height53Depth131mm(35.8 × 2.1 × 5.2 in)3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, printed page 75: 910 x 53 x 131 mm (W x H x D) installed in front of a TV. Wall mounting with spacers is listed as 910 x 131 x 62 mm.
- Soundbar weight
- 3,200g(7.1 lb)3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, printed page 75: 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs).
- Component dimensions and weight
- Not available
- Package dimensions
- Not available
- Package weight
- Not available
In the box
- In the box
- Sound bar, Remote control with CR2025 battery installed, Power cord, Digital optical audio cable, Spacers (2), Mounting template, Quick Start Guide, Safety Brochure3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Supplied accessories, printed pages 9 and 10: sound bar, remote control with CR2025 battery, power cord, digital optical audio cable, 2 spacers, mounting template, Quick Start Guide and Safety Brochure.
- Wall mount hardware included
- No3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Wall mounting steps: the supplied template and spacers are used with screws that are sold separately. No bracket or screws are supplied.
- HDMI cable included
- No3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026The guide names an HDMI cable as sold separately.6Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/yamaha-sr-b20aRead 10 October 2026Review also states no HDMI cable is included.
General
- Series
- Not available
- Model numbers
- SR-B20A, SR-B20ABL2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026Yamaha's pages and the user guide name the bar SR-B20A. A US retailer lists the black US model as SR-B20ABL.8Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/yamaha-sr-b20abl-sound-bar-with-dual-built-in-subwoofersRead 10 October 2026US retailer page lists Model: SR-B20ABL for the black SR-B20A.
- GTIN / EAN
- Not available
- Announced
- 18 August 20207Press articletrustedreviews.com/news/yamaha-announces-affordable-compact-soundbars-c20-b20-4045984Read 10 October 2026Trusted Reviews news dated 18 August 2020 announces the SR-C20A and SR-B20A. The article says the bars go on sale in the following months at 219 and 249 pounds.9Press articleavforums.com/news/yamaha-announces-sr-b20a-and-sr-c20a-soundbars.17884Read 10 October 2026AVForums news dated 18 August 2020 announces the SR-B20A and SR-C20A.
- Status
- Not available
- Predecessor
- Not available
- Successor
- Not available
- Launch price (EU)
- Not available
- Markets
- Not available
Links
- Product page
- usa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/index.html1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/index.htmlRead 10 October 2026Maker US product page for the exact model.
- Spec sheet
- usa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/specs.html2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026
- Manual
- usa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdf3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/3/1318413/web_AV19-0292_SR-B20A_ug_UCRABGV_En_D0.pdfRead 10 October 2026
- EPREL registration number
- Not available
Warranty
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- Manufacturer warranty (source market)
- Not available
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Sources
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- Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/index.html
- Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b20a/specs.html
- Maker product pageeurope.yamaha.com/en/audio/home-audio/products/sound-bar/sr-b20a
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