Sony HT-S700RF 1000W 5.1 Channel Home Theatre Soundbar System

Transform your TV audio into a powerful home-cinema experience with the Sony HT-S700RF 5.1 Channel Soundbar System. Delivering a massive 1000W of output, this system includes a soundbar, dedicated rear speakers, and a wired subwoofer to create true surround sound with deep bass, clear dialogue, and immersive audio performance.

Ideal for movies, sports, gaming, and music, the HT-S700RF offers a significant upgrade over built-in TV speakers and virtual surround soundbars.

Key Features

• 1000W Total Power Output for room-filling sound
• True 5.1 Channel Surround Sound with rear speakers
• Dolby Digital & DTS Support for cinematic audio
• HDMI ARC Connectivity for easy TV setup
• Bluetooth Streaming from smartphones and tablets
• Multiple Sound Modes: Cinema, Music, Standard, Voice & Night
• USB Playback for music files

Sound Quality & Performance

The Sony HT-S700RF delivers powerful bass, wide surround effects, and clear audio separation. The wired subwoofer provides deep, punchy lows, while the rear speakers create a genuine surround experience—something many competing soundbars only simulate.

Sound quality is bold, immersive, and well-balanced, making it perfect for large living rooms and home-theatre setups.

Comparison: Sony HT-S700RF vs Other 5.1 Soundbars

Compared to many other 5.1 soundbars:

• Offers higher power output (1000W)
• Uses real rear speakers, not virtual surround
• Provides stronger bass and louder performance

Many competing soundbars rely on digital processing to mimic surround sound, whereas the HT-S700RF delivers true physical surround audio.

Dialogue Clarity Compared to Competition

Dialogue clarity on the Sony HT-S700RF is strong thanks to:

• A dedicated center channel
• Voice Mode, which enhances speech

Compared to most budget and mid-range soundbars, voices are clearer and more defined. While premium Bose models may offer slightly more vocal tuning, Sony provides excellent clarity at a much more immersive and powerful level.

Sony HT-S700RF vs Bose Soundbars

• Sony HT-S700RF: True 5.1 surround, higher power, deeper bass
• Bose Soundbars: Sleeker design, strong dialogue clarity, but often lack rear speakers unless purchased separately

For users who want cinema-style surround sound, the Sony HT-S700RF offers better overall immersion and value.

Are Sony Soundbars Better Than Samsung?

Sony and Samsung both offer quality soundbars, but:

• Sony focuses on real surround sound and cinematic impact
• Samsung often emphasizes virtual surround and AI sound processing

If you want physical rear speakers and powerful bass, Sony soundbars like the HT-S700RF are often the better choice.

Best Settings for Movie Sound

For the best movie experience:

• Sound Mode: Cinema
• Voice Mode: ON (clearer dialogue)
• Subwoofer Level: Medium to High (based on room size)
• Night Mode: ON for low-volume viewing

These settings enhance surround effects while keeping voices clear.

How to Set Up Sony HT-S700RF with TV via HDMI ARC

• Connect the soundbar to the TV using the HDMI port labeled “ARC.”
• Enable HDMI ARC / CEC in your TV’s audio settings
• Select HDMI ARC as the audio output
• Use your TV remote to control volume

 If your TV doesn’t support ARC, you can use the optical input.

How to Get TV Sound Through the Soundbar

• Use HDMI ARC (recommended)
• Set TV audio output to External Speaker / Receiver (HDMI ARC)
• TV speakers will automatically turn off once connected

How to Enable HDMI ARC on Your TV

Go to:
Settings → Sound → Audio Output → HDMI ARC
Enable CEC / Control for HDMI (names vary by TV brand).

Does It Matter Which HDMI Port I Use?

Yes.
You must connect the soundbar to the TV’s HDMI port labeled “ARC”. Standard HDMI ports will not return TV audio to the soundbar.

What’s in the Box

• Sony HT-S700RF Soundbar
• Wired Subwoofer
• 2 × Wired Rear Speakers
• Remote Control
• HDMI Cable
• User Manual

✅ Why Choose Sony HT-S700RF?

✔ True 5.1 surround sound
✔ Powerful 1000W output
✔ Easy HDMI ARC setup
✔ Excellent value for home-theatre lovers

Perfect For

🎬 Movies & TV shows
🎮 Gaming consoles
🏠 Living rooms & home theatres
🎵 Music playback