Name: HT-RTZ7
Brand: Sony
SKU: 204312
Rating: 4.2 (44 reviews)

4.1

based on all reviews

the remote is better than most included with sound bars
Sony is better built with a better surrounds performance
more sound enhancement features

No graphic EQ or bass and treble adjustments
lacks some more premium customization features like a graphic EQ and bass and treble adjustments
vocals and lead instruments can be muddy and muffled

Hdmi: yes
Wireless network (wi-fi): yes
Bluetooth: yes
Soundbase: no
Type of home cinema package: Soundbar
Surround speakers: yes

Sony HT-RTZ7 - Pros & Cons

the remote is better than most included with sound bars
Sony is better built with a better surrounds performance
more sound enhancement features
including bass and treble adjustments
Samsung has better center and Atmos performances
it has a very premium feel
Sonos has better soundstage and Atmos performances
more sound enhancement features like room correction and a more neutral sound
Sony is better built
surround and soundstage performances are better
Sony is still a very premium bar with a versatile performance
offers better soundstage and Atmos performances
clarity and subtle detail
build quality and design

No graphic EQ or bass and treble adjustments
lacks some more premium customization features like a graphic EQ and bass and treble adjustments
vocals and lead instruments can be muddy and muffled
it lacks more premium customization features like a graphic EQ
of poor integration between the speakers
lack of engagement and an insubstantial sound
sound bar-subwoofer blend was only fair
the buttons under the slide-down panel are particularly small
audio fidelity lost with Bluetooth compression
Sound bars typically suffer with stereo music
lacks simple bass and treble controls

Sony HT-RTZ7 - Full Specifications

Audio output channels	2.1

Audio format	DTS-ES DTS-HD HR Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Dual Mono Dolby TrueHD
Supported audio files	AAC AIFF Apple Lossless FLAC WMA

Colour of product	Black

Colour of product	Black

Optical drive	no

Analogue 3.5mm input	1
Digital optical input (S/PDIF)	1
HDMI	yes
HDMI version	1.4
Number of HDMI inputs	3
Number of HDMI outputs	1
USB	yes
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)	yes
NFC	yes
Ethernet connection	yes
Bluetooth	yes

Automatic calibration (w/ measurement mic.)	no
Suitable for subwoofer	yes
Wireless	yes
Number of speaker drivers	2
Soundbase	no

Type of enclosure (sub)	Bass reflex
Subwoofer width	7.48 in
Subwoofer depth	15.2 in
Subwoofer height	15.04 in
Subwoofer weight	17.2 lb

Streaming standards	Google Cast Spotify Connect
Radio receiver	no
DLNA certified	yes
3D support (3D-Ready)	yes
Wireless speakers included	yes
Remote control app for mobile / tablet	yes
Separate DVD / Blu-ray player	no

Power consumption (standby)	0.4 W

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Sony HT-RTZ7 Sony - Editorial Reviews (3)

3.9

Based on 3 reviews

whathifi

Published: 27.01.2016

Home review

Can this hybrid home cinema system justify the premium price tag?

Sony HT-RTZ7 A stunning sound bar but not quite for audiophiles

CNET

Published: 03.09.2013

A stunning sound bar but not quite for audiophiles

The Sony HT-ST7 is a visually stunning and sound bar with a fine feature set, but it doesn't sound as good as you'd expect at its sky-high price.

Sony HT-RTZ7 Sony HT-A7000 with Speakers + Bass Module Review

RTINGS.com

Published: 29.10.2021

Sony HT-A7000 with Speakers + Bass Module Review

3.9

The Sony HT-A7000 with Speakers + Bass Module is a premium 7.1.2 setup released in 2021. According to the manufacturer, the bar has Sony's Vertical Surround Engi...