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Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 review: 108 specs compared

Avg. price:~£320N. of audio channels:5.1Audio output power:?HDMI ARC type:eARC

Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications, 11 expert and video reviews and 4 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6
7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components

35%

7.2

Technical score

30%

8.1

List score

25%

8.4

Reviews score

10%

8.1

Sentiment score

▲Better than 89% of soundbars
8.2

Value for money

Value for money
8.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

★Better than 94%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components

25%

7.6

Audio

18%

8.0

Formats

16%

5.6

Connectivity

14%

8.6

Controls

12%

8.3

HDMI

10%

4.0

Streaming

5%

7.5

Design

▲Better than 84%
8.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 80% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.5

Popularity

Grades by review (11)
11 videos, average 8.4/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 80%
8.1

List score

List score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (4)
List score: in 4 of 102 lists (4%)
▲Better than 89%
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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6

Based on 0 · 11

Reviewers love the clear dialogue, solid bass and easy setup, but the remote and display are common complaints.
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What owners say about the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6

Based on 19 owners sharing their experience in online comments

42%positive16%mixed42%negative

Owners praise deep bass, music sound, and value, while others report weaker sound than alternatives and little Atmos height.

What owners dislike

  • Owners who compared it with other systems, such as a Sony XF9000 or JBL models, say those sound clearly better and more impressive.3
  • Owners say the up-firing speakers give little or no overhead height in Dolby Atmos, and one reports no sound from them at all.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Soundbars model ranking

Ranked #34 of 324 models in Soundbars (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of soundbar Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components:

25%

7.6

Audio

18%

8.0

Formats

16%

5.6

Connectivity

14%

8.6

Controls

12%

8.3

HDMI

10%

4.0

Streaming

5%

7.5

Design

7.2
Reviews score
8.4
List score
8.1
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

8.2
N. of audio channels
5.1
This soundbar offers 5.1 audio channels, more than 82.8% of soundbars and equal to 4.6% of soundbars.
Audio output power
?
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
?
Max frequency
19,900 Hz
Market range: <19k Hz – >20k Hz
This soundbar reaches a maximum frequency of 19,900 Hz, lower than 82.9% of soundbars and equal to 6.6% of soundbars.
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What reviewers say
Dolby Atmos
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos. 70% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
yes
This soundbar supports DTS:X. 83.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby TrueHD. 83.9% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS-HD Master Audio
no
This soundbar does not support DTS-HD Master Audio. 7.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby Digital Plus
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus. 75% of soundbars include this feature.
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N. of HDMI inputs
0
Market range: <0 – >5
This soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs, fewer than 41.5% of soundbars and equal to 58.5% of soundbars.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This soundbar does not support Wi-Fi connectivity. 28.8% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 4.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
?
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Smartphone app
yes
This soundbar has smartphone app. 57.7% of soundbars offer this feature.
Remote control
yes
This soundbar has remote control. 17.5% of soundbars offer this feature.
Control panel
yes
This soundbar has control panel. 5.5% of soundbars offer this feature.
Voice assistant compatibility
?
Far-field microphones
no
This soundbar does not have far-field microphones. 7.1% of soundbars offer this feature.
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What reviewers say
HDMI version
?
HDMI ARC type
eARC
This soundbar has eARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 71.5% of soundbars and the same as what 28.5% offers.
HDMI-CEC support
yes
This soundbar supports HDMI-CEC. 29.2% support HDMI-CEC.
HDMI pass-through resolution
?
HDMI pass-through frame rate
?
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AirPlay
no
This soundbar does not support AirPlay. 19.9% of soundbars include this feature.
Chromecast built-in
no
This soundbar does not support Chromecast built-in. 11.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This soundbar does not support Spotify Connect. 20.8% of soundbars include this feature.
TIDAL Connect
no
This soundbar does not support TIDAL Connect. 9.2% of soundbars include this feature.
Amazon Music native support
no
This soundbar does not support native Amazon Music. 13% support native Amazon Music.
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Width
?
Height
?
Thickness
?
Weight
?
Build material
plastic
This soundbar is built from plastic, which is more premium than 3% of soundbars and equal to 92.6% of soundbars.
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Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 vs the average soundbar

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  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
  • Dedicated center channel
    This soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports DTS:X
    This soundbar supports DTS:X, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby TrueHD
    This soundbar supports Dolby TrueHD, the average soundbar does not.
  • Subwoofer included
    This soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports upfiring speakers
    This soundbar supports upfiring speakers, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby Digital Plus
    This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus, the average soundbar does not.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • 18.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 80% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (11)
    11 videos, average 8.4/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 7.1
  • 11.0% higher list score
    List score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (4)
    List score: in 4 of 102 lists (4%)
    8.1 vs 7.3
  • 7.2% better value for money
    Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 has better value for money than the average soundbar (8.15 vs 7.6).
    8.15 vs 7.6
  • Dedicated center channel
    This soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
  • Subwoofer included
    This soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports upfiring speakers
    This soundbar supports upfiring speakers, the average soundbar does not.
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (5.1 vs 2.1). The average soundbar has 2.1 audio channels.
    5.1 vs 2.1
  • 0.3 in inch larger subwoofer driver size
    This soundbar has a higher subwoofer driver size than the average soundbar (6.3 in vs 6 in). The average soundbar uses a subwoofer driver size of 6 in.
    6.3 in vs 6 in
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports DTS:X
    This soundbar supports DTS:X, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby TrueHD
    This soundbar supports Dolby TrueHD, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby Digital Plus
    This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports HDR pass-through
    This soundbar supports hDR pass-through support, the average soundbar does not.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
  • 100 Hz lower max frequency
    This soundbar has a lower maximum frequency than the average soundbar (19,900 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average soundbar has a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    19,900 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 2.91x more expensive
    Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 is more expensive than the average soundbar (£320 vs £110).
    £320 vs £110
  • 2.91x more expensive
    Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 is more expensive than the average soundbar (£320 vs £110).
    £320 vs £110
  • 100 Hz lower max frequency
    This soundbar has a lower maximum frequency than the average soundbar (19,900 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average soundbar has a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    19,900 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Udrawat
≈ estimated
24/08/2026
Hands-on review · setup, sound and settings
Verdict
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 is a great device, but it suits bigger rooms and larger TVs best.
7.0
NewTechWorld with Tej
≈ estimated
13/03/2026
In-depth review · sound, vocals and features tests
Verdict
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 handles music, vocals and 5.1 movies well, but its Dolby Atmos height effects are weak.
9.0
Tech Unboxing
≈ estimated
28/07/2025
Unboxing and review · sound mode and app tests
Verdict
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 impressed the reviewer, who feels it justifies its price bracket.
9.5
Tech Singh
≈ estimated
25/07/2025
Hands-on review · two weeks of use
Verdict
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 is an easy recommendation for its class and one of the best-sounding bars; the missing mode display is only a nitpick.
5.0
TechTrick Review
≈ estimated
10/07/2025
Full review · features, connections and calibration
Verdict
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 works as a home theatre system but isn't a proper Atmos setup, and the price is hard to justify now.
9.0
Tech Egadget
≈ estimated
18/06/2025
Full review · features, setup and sound tests
Verdict
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 is a solid buy for anyone wanting cinematic sound, but it can't be expanded later.
9.0
AVS Forum
≈ estimated
14/05/2025
Hands-on review · setup, sound and app tests
Verdict
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 is a top choice for 2025 for people who want better sound without a full home theatre setup.
9.0
Explore Video
≈ estimated
18/07/2026
First look · unboxing, setup and movie impressions
Verdict
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 delivers an impressive surround effect from one unit, with no speaker cables needed.
9.0
BestProduct
≈ estimated
03/06/2025
Hands-on review · unboxing, design and feature tests
Verdict
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 is a strong fit for a living room home theatre, especially alongside a Bravia TV.
9.0
OASTHAR
≈ estimated
20/04/2025
Hands-on review · listening tests and features
Verdict
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 is a top-tier home cinema soundbar for movie nights without extra speakers, with some limits.
Overview video
Overview video

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6

  • The bar decodes Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Dolby TrueHD.
  • Upward-firing speakers add height without ceiling speakers.
  • Dialogue stays clear, and voice mode helps when speech is buried.
  • The 6.3 in subwoofer gives bass that fills a large room.
  • HDR video can pass through the bar.
  • The compact design looks good in a living room.

What customers don't like about Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6

  • There is no HDMI input, so a player cannot pass its signal through the bar.
  • There is no Chromecast or Wi-Fi.
  • Highs top out at 19900 Hz, and some listeners found them lacking in crispness.
  • It is overkill for small rooms and TVs under 55 inches.
  • The remote is not backlit, which makes it hard to use in a dark room.

Verdict

Movies are where the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6 shows its strength, since it decodes Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Dolby TrueHD. The upward-firing speakers give a height effect without ceiling speakers, though reviewers found it weaker than dedicated height speakers. The center speaker keeps dialogue clear, especially with voice mode turned on. Bass is strong, but the 6.3 in subwoofer can get boomy when turned up too high. Setup is simple, as the app guides you through it. The trade-off is what is missing: there is no HDMI input, so a player cannot send its signal through the bar, and there is no Chromecast or Wi-Fi. It suits a buyer with a mid-sized room, a Sony TV and a taste for films, rather than someone who wants smart extras.

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