Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8
Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8
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Speakers are designed to reproduce what we hear — but the best home theater systems also reproduce what we feel. Think about sitting near a live drum kit at a concert, feeling the rumble of an explosion in a movie theater, or hearing the footsteps of a dinosaur shake the room. Those sensations come from deep bass frequencies and low-frequency vibrations that standard TV speakers and even many soundbars simply cannot reproduce effectively. That’s the purpose of a subwoofer. A subwoofer is specifically engineered to handle the deepest bass frequencies — including some frequencies that are felt more than heard. These low frequencies are also the most demanding for any speaker system to reproduce accurately, especially smaller speakers that simply lack the cabinet size and driver capability required for serious bass performance. A quality subwoofer adds the weight, impact, and realism that movies, music, and gaming are meant to have. The Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 7, Sub 8, and Sub 9 are designed to integrate seamlessly with compatible Sony soundbars, creating a powerful, cohesive surround sound experience with convenient single-volume control for the entire system. Which Sony BRAVIA Theater Subwoofer Is Right for You? Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 7 is an excellent choice for: * Smaller enclosed rooms * Ground-floor rooms built on slab foundations * Apartments or spaces where moderate bass output is ideal For larger or more acoustically challenging spaces, stepping up to the Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 or Sub 9 can make a significant difference. These larger subwoofers are better suited for: * Large living rooms * Open-concept spaces * Rooms with high ceilings * Upstairs rooms * Rooms above basements or crawlspaces
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Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 Wireless Subwoofer (SA-SW8)
The Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 Wireless Subwoofer (SA-SW8) is built to add deeper, more controlled bass to compatible Sony home theater setups without complicating your room layout. Designed for use with select BRAVIA Theater soundbars, home theater systems, and compatible BRAVIA TVs, this wireless subwoofer extends low-frequency response to bring more weight, texture, and cinematic impact to movies, shows, music, and games. Its 200 mm aluminum driver delivers powerful bass with clean detail, helping action scenes hit harder while preserving clarity across the soundtrack. Sony also supports a dual-subwoofer configuration with two matching Sub 8 units on compatible systems for stronger, more balanced room-filling bass.
Do you have more room to work with? Try the Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 9.
Are you using a smaller space? Try the Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 7.
What It’s Good At:
- Delivers deep, room-filling bass that adds richness and impact to movies, TV, music, and gaming.
- Uses a 200 mm aluminum driver for powerful low-end performance with controlled, clean detail.
- Wireless design helps keep setup cleaner and more flexible in modern home theater spaces.
- Works with select compatible Sony soundbars and theater systems, making it an easy expansion for an existing Sony setup.
- Supports dual Sub 8 pairing on compatible models for fuller, more balanced bass across the room.
- Includes support for the Sony | BRAVIA Connect app ecosystem and may require software updates on compatible equipment for setup.
Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 Wireless Subwoofer Full Specifications:
- Product name: Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 Wireless Subwoofer
- Model name: SA-SW8
- Model code: YY2103C
- Product type: Wireless subwoofer
- Driver: 200 mm aluminum driver
- Output / power class referenced by Sony support page: 300 W additional wireless subwoofer
- Wireless LAN communication system: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
- Wireless LAN frequency bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz
- Bluetooth frequency band: 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)
- Wireless transmitter/receiver communication system: Wireless Sound Specification
- Wireless transmitter/receiver frequency bands: 5 GHz, 6 GHz
- Power requirement: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
- Power consumption, on: 55 W
- Power consumption, network standby mode: 2.0 W or less
- Power consumption, turned off: 0.3 W or less
- Auto standby behavior: enters network standby mode or turns off after about 20 minutes when Auto Standby is enabled, there is no operation, and there is no signal input
- Dimensions (W x H x D), including projecting parts and controls: Approx. 390 mm × 400 mm × 170 mm
- Dimensions (W x H x D), imperial: Approx. 15 3/8 in × 15 3/4 in × 6 3/4 in
- Weight / mass: Approx. 12.2 kg
- Weight / mass, imperial: Approx. 26 lb 15 oz
- Included items: Subwoofer (1)
- Included items: AC power cord (mains lead) (1)
- Included items: Documents (1 set)
- Compatible usage note: works only with specific compatible Sony models
- Compatibility note: compatible model software may need to be updated
- Dual subwoofer note: compatible systems may support two matching Sub 8 units
- Nameplate / model label location: bottom of speaker
- Design/specification note: design and specifications are subject to change without notice
- Radio frequency note: available radio frequency varies depending on the connected device
Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 Wireless Subwoofer Q&A:
- What does the Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 add to a home theater system?
- It adds deeper, more powerful low-frequency bass, giving movies, games, and music more impact, depth, and immersion.
- What size driver does the SA-SW8 use?
- The subwoofer uses a 200 mm aluminum driver designed to deliver strong, controlled bass with clear detail.
- Is the BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 wireless?
- Yes. It is a wireless subwoofer designed to integrate with compatible Sony home theater products while helping reduce cable clutter.
- Can two Sub 8 units be used together?
- Yes, compatible Sony systems can support two matching Sub 8 units for stronger and more balanced bass performance across the room.
- Which systems is the SA-SW8 designed to work with?
- Sony positions it for use with compatible BRAVIA Theater products, including select Bar and HT-series systems, and notes that it only works with specific compatible models.
- Does setup require an app or software update?
- In some cases, yes. Sony notes that the Sony | BRAVIA Connect app may be required for certain functions, and compatible products may need the latest software.
- What are the dimensions and weight of the Sub 8?
- The SA-SW8 measures approximately 390 × 400 × 170 mm and weighs about 12.2 kg (26 lb 15 oz).
- What comes in the box?
- The package includes the subwoofer, an AC power cord, and documentation.
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Product Description
Product Description
Get the Details
Features & Specs
Features & Specs
Expert Insight
Expert Insight
Speakers are designed to reproduce what we hear — but the best home theater systems also reproduce what we feel. Think about sitting near a live drum kit at a concert, feeling the rumble of an explosion in a movie theater, or hearing the footsteps of a dinosaur shake the room. Those sensations come from deep bass frequencies and low-frequency vibrations that standard TV speakers and even many soundbars simply cannot reproduce effectively. That’s the purpose of a subwoofer. A subwoofer is specifically engineered to handle the deepest bass frequencies — including some frequencies that are felt more than heard. These low frequencies are also the most demanding for any speaker system to reproduce accurately, especially smaller speakers that simply lack the cabinet size and driver capability required for serious bass performance. A quality subwoofer adds the weight, impact, and realism that movies, music, and gaming are meant to have. The Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 7, Sub 8, and Sub 9 are designed to integrate seamlessly with compatible Sony soundbars, creating a powerful, cohesive surround sound experience with convenient single-volume control for the entire system. Which Sony BRAVIA Theater Subwoofer Is Right for You? Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 7 is an excellent choice for: * Smaller enclosed rooms * Ground-floor rooms built on slab foundations * Apartments or spaces where moderate bass output is ideal For larger or more acoustically challenging spaces, stepping up to the Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 or Sub 9 can make a significant difference. These larger subwoofers are better suited for: * Large living rooms * Open-concept spaces * Rooms with high ceilings * Upstairs rooms * Rooms above basements or crawlspaces
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Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 Wireless Subwoofer (SA-SW8)
The Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 Wireless Subwoofer (SA-SW8) is built to add deeper, more controlled bass to compatible Sony home theater setups without complicating your room layout. Designed for use with select BRAVIA Theater soundbars, home theater systems, and compatible BRAVIA TVs, this wireless subwoofer extends low-frequency response to bring more weight, texture, and cinematic impact to movies, shows, music, and games. Its 200 mm aluminum driver delivers powerful bass with clean detail, helping action scenes hit harder while preserving clarity across the soundtrack. Sony also supports a dual-subwoofer configuration with two matching Sub 8 units on compatible systems for stronger, more balanced room-filling bass.
Do you have more room to work with? Try the Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 9.
Are you using a smaller space? Try the Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 7.
What It’s Good At:
- Delivers deep, room-filling bass that adds richness and impact to movies, TV, music, and gaming.
- Uses a 200 mm aluminum driver for powerful low-end performance with controlled, clean detail.
- Wireless design helps keep setup cleaner and more flexible in modern home theater spaces.
- Works with select compatible Sony soundbars and theater systems, making it an easy expansion for an existing Sony setup.
- Supports dual Sub 8 pairing on compatible models for fuller, more balanced bass across the room.
- Includes support for the Sony | BRAVIA Connect app ecosystem and may require software updates on compatible equipment for setup.
Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 Wireless Subwoofer Full Specifications:
- Product name: Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 Wireless Subwoofer
- Model name: SA-SW8
- Model code: YY2103C
- Product type: Wireless subwoofer
- Driver: 200 mm aluminum driver
- Output / power class referenced by Sony support page: 300 W additional wireless subwoofer
- Wireless LAN communication system: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
- Wireless LAN frequency bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz
- Bluetooth frequency band: 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)
- Wireless transmitter/receiver communication system: Wireless Sound Specification
- Wireless transmitter/receiver frequency bands: 5 GHz, 6 GHz
- Power requirement: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
- Power consumption, on: 55 W
- Power consumption, network standby mode: 2.0 W or less
- Power consumption, turned off: 0.3 W or less
- Auto standby behavior: enters network standby mode or turns off after about 20 minutes when Auto Standby is enabled, there is no operation, and there is no signal input
- Dimensions (W x H x D), including projecting parts and controls: Approx. 390 mm × 400 mm × 170 mm
- Dimensions (W x H x D), imperial: Approx. 15 3/8 in × 15 3/4 in × 6 3/4 in
- Weight / mass: Approx. 12.2 kg
- Weight / mass, imperial: Approx. 26 lb 15 oz
- Included items: Subwoofer (1)
- Included items: AC power cord (mains lead) (1)
- Included items: Documents (1 set)
- Compatible usage note: works only with specific compatible Sony models
- Compatibility note: compatible model software may need to be updated
- Dual subwoofer note: compatible systems may support two matching Sub 8 units
- Nameplate / model label location: bottom of speaker
- Design/specification note: design and specifications are subject to change without notice
- Radio frequency note: available radio frequency varies depending on the connected device
Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 Wireless Subwoofer Q&A:
- What does the Sony BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 add to a home theater system?
- It adds deeper, more powerful low-frequency bass, giving movies, games, and music more impact, depth, and immersion.
- What size driver does the SA-SW8 use?
- The subwoofer uses a 200 mm aluminum driver designed to deliver strong, controlled bass with clear detail.
- Is the BRAVIA Theater Sub 8 wireless?
- Yes. It is a wireless subwoofer designed to integrate with compatible Sony home theater products while helping reduce cable clutter.
- Can two Sub 8 units be used together?
- Yes, compatible Sony systems can support two matching Sub 8 units for stronger and more balanced bass performance across the room.
- Which systems is the SA-SW8 designed to work with?
- Sony positions it for use with compatible BRAVIA Theater products, including select Bar and HT-series systems, and notes that it only works with specific compatible models.
- Does setup require an app or software update?
- In some cases, yes. Sony notes that the Sony | BRAVIA Connect app may be required for certain functions, and compatible products may need the latest software.
- What are the dimensions and weight of the Sub 8?
- The SA-SW8 measures approximately 390 × 400 × 170 mm and weighs about 12.2 kg (26 lb 15 oz).
- What comes in the box?
- The package includes the subwoofer, an AC power cord, and documentation.
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