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Steve May
TechRadar
“The Sony HT‑X8500 soundbar belies its mid‑range price with a blockbuster audio performance.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Wide immersive soundstage
- Powerful internal subwoofer
- Dolby Atmos and DTS X support
- Easy setup and use
- Excellent value for price
- Dialogue enhancement mode
Points of Contention
- No upfiring drivers
- Not high resolution audio capable
- Feature set stripped back compared to rivals
- Boxy sound profile
- Limited low‑bass impact
Professional Reviews
2 reviews from 2 critics68
RTINGS.com
RTINGS
“The Sony HTX8500 soundbar is alright for mixed usage.”
