Customers often highlight the amazing sound quality, particularly praising the bass and crisp highs, as well as the reasonable price. Many appreciate the compact size and ease of use. A small number of customers mentioned the speakers' weight as a potential drawback.
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Price, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Get open box and then cannot be beaten 4 price.
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Excellent speakers for the price. Connect them with good subwoofer and they beat tower speakers. There is online YT mod how to improve them even further. For the price cannot be beaten. Got open box for 125/pair.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Price, Size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Incredible Value
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I'm using four of these as my rear surrounds and Atmos height speakers. Keep in mind these are really large bookshelf speakers, but they sound oh so good. They match my Sony CS3's and CS8 in timbre. I can really hear my rear channels and Atmos effects better than my tiny Athena satellites they replaced. For $75 a pair, they were an absolute steal. For speakers in that price range, finding 3 ways are a rarity. Speakers are heavy, but with some ingenuity you can ceiling mount them like I did.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Wickedbusa, Thank you for purchasing our Sony SS-CS5 Bookshelf Speakers! We're thrilled to hear you like the excellent sound quality and it matches perfectly with your other Sony speakers system. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
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Ease of use, Price, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A kinda magic
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I have had these speakers set up for a few months now. All I can say is wow. These speakers have no business sounding this good at this price point. I purchased them for less than $80. They are easy to drive. I would recommend a subwoofer for low frequency sounds. The only downside is the looks.
They have a cheap look to them. The vinyl wrap is meh. Other than that. A speaker can will deliver.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Marcimus, Thank you for the awesome review! Good to know you like the excellent sound quality of your new Sony speakers. We appreciate your feedback about the design. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks so much for your purchase! -Sam
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Price, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Listen and enjoy.
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
SSCS5 bookshelf speaker goodness. These bookshelf speakers are darlings. They are lightweight, but are packing so much value for the price. I have two sets of these on two stereo systems. Add an amp with a wide band EQ and subwoofer bass management for the most adaptable system. Are they perfect, no, but can they sound as good or better than speakers that cost three times more, absolutely (with minor eq tweaks). These are not 3-way speakers, and are actually 2.5-way instead with midway driver, a tweeter, and super tweeter. Listen and enjoy.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Guchi, perfect! You've certainly made a great choice! We are extremely pleased that it suits your needs and expectations. Thank you very much for sharing your excellent experience with your SS-CS5 Bookshelf Speakers and for choosing the best brand, Sony! - Romeo
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Size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A great speaker for the price...
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This speaker sells for $120/pair. Sony refers to it as a Hi-Res speaker, designed to play music in utter detail. Most comparisons will be to the Andrew Jones speakers from Pioneer, an excellent speaker in its own right.
The Sony is very compact. Surprisingly for the price, it comes with a multi-way banana connector in the rear. The speaker appears very nice, especially with the grill removed. It has three drivers, a 5" woofer, a tweeter and a super-tweeter. Sony claims that the super-tweeter is needed to bring out the harmonics and detail that regular speakers do not reproduce.
Sound-wise, the Sony is very crisp and clean. It does a very good job within its limits. It can be played somewhat loud but too loud will have some audio compression. The weakest spot is the woofer, it does put out some bass but sounds a tad weak.
Still, the Sony is a very good speaker for the price. It sounds more like a $300-500 speaker. if you are looking for a cheap speaker, this one should be on your list.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Price, Size, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Bookshelf
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great sound, space saver, affordable price and sleek design.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi GomerC,
Thank you for the purchase! We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality, design and price point of the speaker. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
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Bass, Ease of use, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect apartment speakers
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I got these for producing music, along with something with great bass and clear sound that wouldn’t upset my neighbors. These are exceptional! For music production, all the sounds are crystal clear and the bass is loud, but doesn’t make my desk shake. Easy to hook up to my amp and laptop and I highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bass, Price, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sound for the price
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Connected these to an old yamaha stereo receiver. They sound great. Surprisingly good bass without being rumbly over the top. Very well balanced. For the price these can't be beat, especially when they are on sale.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi mikmeh,
You made the right choice! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the sound quality of the SSCS5 speaker. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
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Price, Size, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great, but wait for sale
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
One of the best bang for the buck speakers out there, especially at the low end of prices. Good for a casual surround sound setup or as a pair of desktop speakers. Often go on sale at a steep discount, so I recommend waiting until then to bite.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi DonA, we're glad you like our product. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
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Bass
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bookshelf Sony
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I’m using these as my speakers for my 7.1 atmos setup. They have good solid highs and mids and enough base for surround experience.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great price, excellent sound.
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I'm gonna preface this review by stating that I'm not an audiophile, but I do prefer good, clear sound. I also live in an apartment, so I don't need full-sized floor standing speakers. I've used Sony bookshelf speakers for my surround sound system for the last eight years, and have always been relatively happy with them. However, I recently upgraded the front channels to these three-way speakers and was blown away by how much more full and clear the sound is. The mids are now showing up much more powerfully, and the lows don't make them muddy by passing through the same driver. I'm very pleased, but also shocked that this level of quality is possible at such a customer-friendly price. Thanks, Sony.
I now fully intend to replace my PC speakers with them. They're also Sony bookshelf speakers. I'll probably put the old ones behind the couch to complete my 7.1.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Warren, wé're glad you like the sound quality of our product. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks so much for your purchase! ~Earl
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Bass, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great value and performance
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I'm rebuilding my home sound system piece-by-piece after losing my previous Bose system in a divorce. I bought these to couple with a Sony receiver I bought last year and I'm not disappointed. They provide really good sound while I'm waiting to add a sub, center and surround channels. My original thought was that I'd move these to the rear channels and buy high end speakers for the front channels, but after hearing them I'm seriously considering keeping these on the front channels. And though these are only rated down to 50 Hz, they produce enough base that I don't feel any great pressure to add the sub, though it will come eventually.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing sound from such a small footprint speaker
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought these speakers to pair with Sony STR-DH190 receiver. Sound is clean and crisp. Hard to believe the sound that comes from these book shelf speakers. Jazz, rock and blues. Great bass and highs. For the price an incredible value.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Price, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Budget speakers
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This review is part of the whole Sony core series. The sound coming from these speakers is fantastic. Paired with a Yamaha Atmos enabled v683 these speakers rattle my house with clear and full sound. Testing some movies I only have issue with the Sony subwoofer that has an auto off feature that is too aggressive. Sub turns off only to turn on halfway through with an audible click and have you miss most of the bass. Best thing to do is to leave the power saving move on the sub off and just leave it on all the time. I would gladly test a subwoofer for Sony to get this right. Great entry level speakers with awards of acclaim behind them and it shows. Overall I would buy these over if I have to. I did however buy them for half price as these regularly go on sale so make sure you pick them up at the discounted price.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bass, Price, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solid, small speakers with great sound.
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These small speakers provide excellent, full-range sound, from bass to highs, when properly placed, keeping the rear bass port and room acoustics in mind. They are an expected value at an MSRP of $150, but a bargain in my case at a sales price of $88.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi MotoMan, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks so much for your purchase! ~Earl
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Incredible Clarity!
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Hello, I am a beginner audiophile with a very simple setup, I enjoy listening to music through my small DAC amp combo which currently sits on my desk where I use my headphones. I require a great deal of clarity and a balanced audio experience with a neutral signature. This is where these incredible speakers come in, they're exactly what I needed with the nearly perfect highs; vocals on these sound so real as if the person is right in front of you! One thing to mention is that you will need a decent amplifier but you can find some under $70, just be sure that it supplies at least 50watts per channel and you're golden! They also get pretty loud but I never get them louder than maybe 40% when I'm alone and there is no distortion at even greater volumes. I am using these for day to day desktop use, gaming, and music listening. They are magical for all 3 of these use cases and if you find them here for their sale price of $75 just grab them to try them because they are worth far more than MSRP at this point.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Zane, thank you for the 5-star rating! We’re happy to hear how much you’re enjoying your new SS-CS5 Bookshelf Speakers and that you have completed your home theater system. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks so much for your purchase! ~Earl
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Price, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good sound, high quality
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These sound great!
I started with four bookshelves, a center, and a sub in this series, and was so impressed, I grabbed another sub and the towers.
In general, I'm very impressed with the Sony Core Series. It's probably your best bet in this price range. In my opinion, they sound better than the Polks, and if you can get these on sale (every two weeks or so), it's a great buy. The cabinet isn't wood, so it could look better-- I buy my audio equipment for sound not aesthetics; so, in my opinion this is irrelevant--, but it's definitely sturdy.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bass, Price, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Giant punch in a pint size!!
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought these on a Pre-Black Friday sale to modernize my audio setup, and I was pleasantly surprised. Sounds were crisp, and they still had enough bass to make my 25+ year old Kenwood stereo receiver thump once more. Definitely worth it, but keep an eye on the price - they are always on sale in the sub $125 range.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic speakers!
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The Sony CS series are some the best speakers in the market. These bookshelf speakers are a little larger than the previous model but pack a bit more bass. These are good for surround sound gaming or in a home theater. The build quality is very nice. Sturdy, heavy and a nice removable grille on front.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi JaySony, we’re happy to hear how much you’re enjoying your new SS-CS5 Bookshelf Speakers. At first listen, these new Core Series speakers will make your favorite audio tracks unfold throughout your listening environment, thanks to precise instrument reproduction, positioning, and even depth relative to an expansive soundstage. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Ralph
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Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hear it all!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Dynamic speakers for the price. Connected toreceiver and great range, just enough bass & treble! Will be buying 2 more soon