I wanted a sound bar to improve the sound from our new Sony Bravia 4K TV, but did not want to mess around with a lot of speakers or a complex set-up. I also had hopes that the sound might be good enough to enjoy listening to music with the sound bar.

Easy set up (1 cable); Looks nice and sleek; Sound is excellent both movies and music alone

On the pricey side (to me); But you get what you pay for

This one of the sound systems one would like to have. Especially when you want to watch in Dolby Atmos. The correct placement of the rear speakers is very important and have the sub placed in the corner of the room close to the wall and see the effect for a 500W system. Pairing is very easy.

Great sound. Had a 20yr old surround sound system with no Subwoofer, replace with the HT-Z9F. Very impressed! Simple hook up. No more speaker wires. First movie on to test... Star Wars opening music!! Nice an sleek. No rear speakers yet, but I could only imagine what the sound would be!

This sound bar was purchased because on a recommendation from a Sony Rep working in the store where it was purchased. I was hesitant to purchase this sound bar at first but, its totally blown away my expectations on sound and build quality. This unit was easy to set up and use.

I am really impressed with the volume and quality of sound, it is nuanced and rich. It was much better than I expected and has added such a difference to my TV viewing. I wasn't completely happy with the TV's sound and thought I would try a sound bar.

These rear speakers are a must to pair with the soundbar and subwoofer. I've never had a setup like this and wish I've purchased them sooner! Extremely easy to pair. #sweepstakes

Nice sound, good sound bar.

Welcome to audio hell. This is the place where otherwise fine audio systems are tormented by tweaking and tuning in a high-tech version of Dante's Inferno until they wind up relegated to the Purgatorio of the medieval Italian poet's imagination.

Soundbars designed to deliver Dolby Atmos sound in an all-in-one package offer a convenient alternative to complicated-and pricey-setups that require in-ceiling speakers or "elevation" modules. We've checked out a few such specimens in Sound & Vision, including Sony'sHT-ST5000($1,500).

Atmos and DTS:X sound from a compact package; Easy setup

Limited overhead effects capability; Performance with music less impressive than movies

I have been selecting a high end bar based on reviews (no showroom near by) and chose Sony (over Sonos, as the last two contenders on my list) because of the inclusion of the sub-woofer and the variety of input ports. I like the sound quality and the amount of power is more than enough for my room.