Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX SR
Score: 78/100
Sony HTS60
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Sony BRAVIA Theater System 6 delivers a true 5.1 surround experience with a powerful subwoofer and wireless rear speakers, integrating tightly with Bravia TVs, but it lacks true height channels and modern wireless streaming features.
The MagniFi Max AX SR is a flagship 7.1.2-channel soundbar system that delivers immersive Dolby Atmos and DTS:X performance with a powerful wireless subwoofer and two wireless surrounds, ideal for larger living rooms.
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— | 1,000 Wbest | |
3best | — | |
1best | — | |
5 | 5.3best | |
| ↓ lower better | 17.815 kg | 2.608 kgbest |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest |
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Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
Wi‑Fi Support | true | false |
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Overall Weight (kg) | 17.815 kg | 2.608 kg |
Audio(2) | ||
Channel Configuration | 7.1.2 | 5.1 |
Supported Audio Formats | PCM, Dolby Mono, Digital, Digital Plus, Atmos, Atmos True HD, DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DTS Virtual X | Dolby Atmos (virtualized), DTS:X (virtualized), S-Force PRO, Vertical Surround Engine |
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Professional reviewers from ListenUp and World Wide Stereo praise the MagniFi Max AX SR as a rare soundbar that truly delivers 7.1.2 channel immersion, highlighting its SDA-driven soundstage, OLED front display, and practical BassAdjust and VoiceAdjust features.
Everyday users consistently commend the system for its crystal-clear dialogue, powerful bass, and straightforward wireless setup, while noting occasional Wi-Fi instability and the IR remote's line-of-sight requirement.
Professional reviewers praise the system for delivering genuine 5.1 immersion, deep bass and clear dialogue, especially when paired with Sony Bravia TVs, while noting the lack of true height speakers and the cumbersome USB-only firmware update process.
Everyday users love the cinematic impact, punchy bass and clear speech, but complain about firmware update failures, the need to power rear speakers, and the absence of Wi-Fi-based streaming.
“Dialogue is crystal clear”
“Bass is powerful and deep”
“Easy to set up”
