• Ambient room-filling sound with Immersive Audio Enhancement and 360 Reality Audio
• Sound calibration providing effortless adjustment for optimum audio performance
• Smart and easy operation for seamless music enjoyment
Sony has announced the SRS-RA5000 and SRS-RA3000, its latest premium wireless speakers. Equipped with Sony’s unique spatial sound technologies and packed with smart features, the speakers deliver sound that envelop the listener in all directions.
According to Sony, most speakers spread sound horizontally, whereas the RA5000 and RA3000 diffuse sound both horizontally (wall-to-wall) and vertically (floor-to-ceiling) with its Immersive Audio Enhancement and 360 Reality Audio content playback technologies.
Immersive Audio Enhancement transforms two-channel stereo tracks into ambient room-filling sound while 360 Reality Audio tracks incorporate three-dimensional sound location data, allowing the RA5000 and RA3000 to make use of the speaker’s structure more effectively. 360 Reality Audio can be enjoyed through compatible music streaming services. Listeners can currently access approximately 4,000 songs in 360 Reality Audio1 from artistes like Alicia Keys, Lil Nas X, and Megan Thee Stallion.
The RA5000 features a trio of up-firing speakers that spread music
vertically, while the three speakers in the middle spread sound
horizontally. These are complemented by a
subwoofer which helps to flood the room with rich, deep bass. The speaker unit incorporates neodymium
magnets help to enable its compact size, while a mica-reinforced cellular diaphragm gives strength to the
structure.
The humidity-resistant2 RA3000 achieves omnidirectional sound with deep bass by using a full-range speaker, an omni-diffuser that spreads sound throughout the room in every direction and a dual passive radiator to produce deep bass. The speaker’s overlapping beam tweeters form a wavefront that goes upward, which delivers sound vertically. This helps fill the space with ambient room-filling sound, making sure that the RA3000 hits the sweet spot wherever the listener is in the room.
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| Source: Sony. The SRS-RA5000 (left) and SRS-RA3000 (right) premium wireless speakers. |
Through sound calibration, the RA5000 and RA3000 considers the unique acoustic profile of a space and optimises its output accordingly. Begin sound calibration by pressing the Immersive Audio Enhancement button on the RA5000, or wait while the RA3000 auto adjusts in the background as audio is played. The RA3000 recalibrates automatically after it is restarted.
Tracks will never seem too loud or muted. The RA5000 and RA3000 will analyse each track and automatically play them back at a consistent volume.The RA5000 is also Hi-Res Audio certified for superior sound quality through High-Resolution Audio playback.
The RA5000 and RA3000 work with Bluetooth-compatible smartphones, laptops or tablets. Music can be directly streamed in high quality over a Wi-Fi network. These wireless speakers also provide an option of an analogue connection. The RA5000 has an additional option of using one-touch NFC to connect compatible smart devices. The RA5000 and RA3000 are also compatible with Spotify Connect and have Chromecast built-in for added convenience and flexibility.
The RA5000 and RA3000 is voice-compatible with a Google Assistant4-enabled device, and with Amazon Alexa-enabled devices. The speakers can also be grouped with multiple compatible devices for multiroom playback using the Google Home app or Amazon Alexa app. Play different songs in different rooms, or the same music in all rooms at the same time.
Control the RA5000 and RA3000 from a smartphone with the Sony | Music Center app. Users can manage playlists, adjust equaliser (EQ) settings or enable/disable the Immersive Audio Enhancement and Auto Volume features with the app.
Enjoy lower latency wireless connectivity with compatible BRAVIA televisions via a Bluetooth connection5.
Details:
The SRS-RA5000 and SRS-RA3000 will be available in selected countries in Asia Pacific from January 2021. A free 360 Reality Audio service trial coupon6 is included with every purchase of the RA5000 or RA3000.
1 Requires download of Sony | Music Center app. Subscription to compatible online music service and third party terms, conditions, account and fees may apply. Compatible services may not be available in certain countries/regions.
2 The humidity-resistant performance of the product is based on our measurements under a certain temperature/humidity level. (35°C/35%-95%)
3 The product is not waterproof. Do not use the product near water and do not expose it to dripping or splashing. Do not use the product in a location close to a bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool, etc.
4 Google Assistant is available in selected languages and countries/regions.
5 Wireless connection via Bluetooth, BRAVIA supporting Bluetooth A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) is needed. Applicable TV models.
6 The 360 Reality Audio free trial subscription offer is available until 31 December 2021. This promotion entitles participants to a three-month free trial subscription to one of the participating 360 Reality Audio music services available in your country as listed in the promotion redemption pages. Participating services may not be available in certain countries/areas – please check the music service website for availability. Find out more.
