Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Max
Score: 79/100
Sony HT-S60
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Sony BRAVIA Theater System 6 is a 5.1-channel home-theater package delivering 1000 W of power and supporting Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for immersive audio. However, it lacks HDMI ARC/eARC and relies on bulkier analog/optical connections. Best for living-room setups where rear speakers can be placed and users want high-power surround sound.
The Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Max is a premium 5.1.4 soundbar offering 500 W peak power and immersive 3-D audio without a separate subwoofer. Its considerable weight and size make placement challenging, and bass can be weaker on stereo music. Best for large-screen home-theater setups where space and handling are not constraints.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 5.1best | |
500 W | 1,000 Wbest | |
— | 16 cmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 18.5 kg | 2.609 kgbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
126.5 cmbest | 90.7 cm | |
17.1 cmbest | 6.6 cm | |
13.5 cmbest | 9.1 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(3) | ||
Total Power Output (W) | 500 W | 1000 W |
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, MPEG-H, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS Digital Surround | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X |
Wireless Subwoofer | false | true |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.3 |
Design(4) | ||
Soundbar Weight (kg) | 18.5 kg | 2.609 kg |
Soundbar Width (cm) | 126.5 cm | 90.7 cm |
Soundbar Height (cm) | 17.1 cm | 6.6 cm |
Soundbar Depth (cm) | 13.5 cm | 9.1 cm |
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Professional reviewers commend the AMBEO Max for its studio-grade immersion, powerful 13-speaker layout and robust 500 W output, especially in Dolby Atmos and DTS:X playback. However, they repeatedly point out its extreme weight and size, noting that mounting is a hassle and that stereo bass performance falls short of expectations.
Everyday users love the sheer impact of the 3-D sound and the ability to get deep bass without a separate subwoofer, praising the premium build. The dominant complaints revolve around the bar's massive weight, difficulty installing or wall-mounting it, and occasional weak bass on music or stereo content.
Professional reviewers consistently highlight the Sony BRAVIA Theater System 6 for its rich, immersive soundstage, powerful bass response, and hassle-free setup. The inclusion of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, along with a dedicated center channel, delivers cinema-grade audio, while the wireless subwoofer adds flexibility without sacrificing performance.
Everyday users praise the system for delivering clean, cinematic audio that dramatically outperforms TV speakers, especially noting the deep bass that lets them feel the rumble in action scenes. The straightforward installation and slim profile are also frequently mentioned as positive aspects.
“clean, cinematic audio that's a huge improvement over TV speakers or basic soundbars”
