Sony Bravia Theatre Quad

The Sony Bravia Theatre Quad is an innovative audio system that redefines the home theater experience. Comprising four wireless speakers and a control hub, this bundle offers an elegant solution for creating immersive surround sound in your living room. As the successor to the Sony HT-A9, the Bravia Theatre Quad significantly elevates the concept with a more discreet design and optimized audio performance.

What makes this system stand out is its ability to deliver three-dimensional Dolby Atmos and DTS:X sound with only four physical speakers. Thanks to Sony’s 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology, the Bravia Theatre Quad creates up to 12 virtual phantom speakers, enveloping the listener in a 360-degree sound bubble. This technological feat delivers an audio experience comparable to that of a traditional multi-speaker system, while maintaining a simple, streamlined setup.

Design and integration

The Bravia Theatre Quad distinguishes itself with an elegant, minimalist design. The four speakers feature a compact rectangular shape, making them easy to integrate into any interior. Each speaker comes with a versatile mount that allows for placement on a flat surface or wall mounting. This installation flexibility offers great freedom to optimize speaker placement according to your room layout.

The discreet, compact control hub centralizes connections and audio processing. Its understated design blends seamlessly with the other audiovisual equipment in your living room. The entire system has been engineered to deliver a premium sound experience without compromising your interior’s aesthetics.

Advanced audio technology

At the heart of the Bravia Theatre Quad is cutting-edge audio technology. Each speaker incorporates four drivers: an X-Balanced woofer, a midrange driver, a tweeter, and an up-firing X-Balanced driver. This three-way configuration reproduces a wide sound spectrum with precision and dynamism.

360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology analyzes your room’s acoustics and uses advanced signal processing to create virtual phantom speakers. These virtual speakers complement the four physical speakers to generate an expansive, immersive sound field. The result is a three-dimensional audio experience that puts you at the heart of the action, whether you’re watching a movie, playing a video game, or listening to music.

Compatibility and connectivity

The Bravia Theatre Quad offers a wide range of connectivity options to suit all modern audiovisual equipment. The control hub includes a HDMI 2.1 input compatible with 4K/120Hz, supporting VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) and ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode). This feature is particularly appreciated by gamers, who can enjoy a smooth and responsive gaming experience.

The system is compatible with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Sony 360 Reality Audio formats, ensuring faithful reproduction of the most sophisticated soundtracks. For music streaming, the Bravia Theatre Quad supports AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and Bluetooth 5.2 with SBC, AAC, and LDAC codecs, providing great flexibility for streaming your favorite audio content.

Intelligent acoustic optimization

One of the Bravia Theatre Quad’s strengths lies in its ability to adapt to your room’s acoustic environment. The system uses the BRAVIA Connect smartphone app for precise calibration. In just a few minutes, the Bravia Theatre Quad analyzes the acoustic characteristics of your space and automatically adjusts its settings to deliver the best possible sound experience.

Sound Field Optimization technology goes a step further by detecting the listener’s position in the room and optimizing sound accordingly. This ensures optimal listening quality no matter where you sit in the living room.

Synergy with Sony BRAVIA TVs

The Bravia Theatre Quad is designed to work in perfect harmony with Sony BRAVIA TVs. The Acoustic Center Sync feature allows you to use the TV’s speakers as the center channel, improving dialogue clarity and the precise localization of on-screen sound effects.

Integration with BRAVIA TVs goes beyond audio. The system benefits from BRAVIA Sync, which lets you control your entire audiovisual setup with a single remote. In addition, BRAVIA TV users can quickly access Bravia Theatre Quad settings directly from the TV’s quick menu.

Simplified user experience

Sony has focused on ease of use with the Bravia Theatre Quad. System setup is intuitive, with step-by-step guidance via the BRAVIA Connect app. This app also serves as a comprehensive control interface, allowing you to adjust audio settings, switch sources, or update the system firmware.

The included remote, though minimalist, provides quick access to essential functions. For those seeking more advanced control, the BRAVIA Connect app offers a complete, customizable interface.

Technical Specifications

System Configuration

• 4.0.4 channel system
• Main unit for TV connection
• 4 wireless speakers
• 360° Spatial Sound Technology (360 Spatial Sound Mapping)
  • Creates up to 12 virtual speakers
  • Automatic sound adaptation based on positioning
  • Two microphones per speaker for height/position measurement

Audio Performance

• S-Master HX digital amplification
• 16 channels
• Total power: 400 W effective
• Modes: Auto, Cinema, Music, Standard
• Sound effects: Night mode, Voice mode, Immersive audio optimization
• Virtual surround sound: 360° Spatial Sound (360 Spatial Sound Mapping), Dolby Surround, Neural:X

Compatible Audio Formats (HDMI)

• Dolby: Digital, Digital Plus, TrueHD, Atmos, Dual Mono
• DTS: HD High-Resolution Audio, HD Master Audio, ES, 96/24, DTS:X
• Linear PCM (LPCM)
• IMAX Enhanced (via update)

Connectivity

• HDMI: 1 input, 1 output (eARC / ARC)
• Ethernet port
• S-Center audio output (mini-jack)
• Wireless: Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac), Built-in Chromecast, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2

Video Compatibility

• UHD 8K up to 60 Hz
• UHD 4K up to 120 Hz
• HDR, Dolby Vision
• Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)

Dimensions and Weight

• Control unit
  • 160 × 56 × 160 mm (W × H × D)
  • 0.77 kg
• Speakers
  • With base: 289 × 306 × 129 mm
  • With wall mount: 289 × 279 × 73 mm
  • 2.6 kg

Included Accessories

• 4 speaker power cables (1.5 m)
• Power cable/AC adapter for main unit (1.5 m)
• HDMI cable
• Remote control with batteries
• Quick setup guide