SAMA 8000

For audiophiles, Sonodyne has been a legendary Make in India brand, & the Bandish offers 120W of pure grade sound!

Sonodyne is an Indian brand many of us (and some of our parents) grew up with, and my earliest memories of the brand date back to the late '80s/ early '90s, when I used to regularly visit an uncle in Kolkata who was a big fan of the brand and its single-minded focus on recreating music "as the artist intended". Fast forward to 2024, and while the brand continues to serve the serious audiophile and pro-studio markets, it's their Bluetooth wireless speaker range that caught my eye, specifically the most powerful in their range, the aptly named Malhar (after the raga , Malhar which, as the myth goes, has the power to induce thunder and rain). Not one for slimline aesthetics, the Malhar resembles a cajón (or a clapbox as many may know it), an immediate throwback to when audio equipment was engineered for producing clean sound, first and foremost. With its wooden cabinet, classic aesthetics and all, the 8-kilogram Malhar is pleasing on the eye, but it demands pride of place — it's not one to disappear into the décor. Around the front are two 5" glass-fiber cone drivers accompanied by two 1" tweeters, and the sides have two 5" passive radiators. Inputs are all clustered towards the rear, with optical, aux, USB ports along with a handy 5V DC USB port to charge a phone while it's connected to the speaker. Controls to switch between these inputs and change tracks/volume are all on the top and are mirrored on the supplied remote. No buttons to fiddle around with bass/treble settings (intentionally so to retain the original feel of the track), and I would have preferred the indicator LEDs to be more visible, so you know the speaker is on or which input is selected. No app or Wi-Fi connectivity, which one starts expecting at this price point. Any reservations you may have had subside the moment you start playing music on the Malhar. Irrespective of genre, the speaker stands up and delivers, with a balanced sonic signature that accurately renders the highs, mids and lows without colouring the audio, so to speak. Streaming tracks as varied as Simon and Garfunkel to the Beach Boys to some of AR Rahman's classics, Malhar reproduces the tracks damn near flawlessly across its wide 40Hz – 20kHz frequency range. Throw in some punchier tracks and bump up the volume, and you really have to wake up the neighbours before the speaker starts showing the slightest hint of distortion at the top end. Worth noting as well is the expansive soundstage and the open quality to the playback. At its price, Malhar is likely to appeal to audio purists, and despite its name, this truly is a speaker for all seasons. The 'Made in India since 1970' is bonus appeal. Rating: 8/10 Price: INR 37,500

The Sonodyne Sama 5000 soundbar promises an immersive audio experience without the complexity of traditional setups. With its innovative DSP technology, it enhances TV sound remarkably, making it a strong contender in the budget soundbar market

The Sonodyne SAMA 5000 Dolby Atmos Soundbar can create a wide soundstage and right draw in the audience to the center of entertainment. It comes built with a dedicated center channel for vocal and dialogue clarity while the options for connectivity are versatile as they come, offering both wired and wireless options, although it lacks Wi-fi connectivity and as mentioned by some users on Amazon the wireless subwoofer connection may not be as smooth. It however compensates well with a sleek and compact design that would match with any interior in a seamless manner and can be wall mounted easily lending a well organized and neat space for higher and premium entertainment set up. It is one of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars to have that is not too pricey but packs a good strength and punch with 400W audio power. All in all put together it stands as one of the best sound bars to choose for TV entertainment and worth upgrading your gadget zone with. https://www.herzindagi.com/your-picks/gadget-zone/review-of-sonodyne-sama-5000-dolby-atmos-soundbar-performance-and-value-evaluated-8700

I heard lot about sonodyne brand and want to try one of thair product so I bought this soundbar It is best in price range If you looking for clear balanced output sonodyne sama5000 is for you

I received my soundbar which stopped working. Sonodyne Support replaced it with a new one which is performing exceedingly well. Room filling sound with dialogue clarity.

I’ve been using the Sonodyne SĀMA 5000 for a few weeks now, and I can confidently say it’s an absolute game-changer. The sound quality is phenomenal — rich, detailed, and immersive. The Dolby Atmos support truly brings movies and music to life, filling the room with clear highs, powerful mids, and deep, punchy bass. Setup was a breeze, and the build quality feels premium and solid. Whether I’m watching an action movie or just streaming my favorite playlist, the soundstage is wide and cinematic — it genuinely feels like being in a theatre. Sonodyne has done a fantastic job balancing power, clarity, and design. If you’re looking for a soundbar that delivers both style and substance, the SĀME 5000 is worth every penny. Highly recommended for audiophiles and casual listeners alike!

I’ve been using the Sonodyne SĀME 5000 for a while now, and it’s honestly one of the best soundbars I’ve heard. The Dolby Atmos sound is super clear and immersive — you can actually feel the depth in movies and music. The bass is strong but never muddy, and voices sound crisp. Setup was super easy, and it looks great in my living room. Overall, a fantastic soundbar that delivers exactly what it promises. Totally worth every penny!

Awesome sound delivery with perfect music and movie modes, the subwoofer has a very surprisingly calibrated bass management, sure the dsp has been carefully calibrated. Love the sound from SAMA5000 everytime i hear. Would really recommend to my friends and family.

If your priority is a system that plays music beautifully and ensures you never miss a word of dialogue, the Sonodyne SAMA 5000 is superior to almost anything in its class. It trades the ineffective 360-degree bouncing sound effects of some competitors for solid, honest, and powerful audio fundamentals.

I used Sonodyne's Sama 5000, and it is easily one of the best mid-range Dolby Atmos soundbars available in India. Read more at: https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/audio/indias-sonodyne-made-sama-5000-soundbar-and-it-is-spectacular

Sonodyne,this name resembles with the sentiment of the Bengali. This starts from the era of Black and white tv and still continues. A legacy, which proudly can be cherished over. Now this has become a trusted brand in Sound. Earlier , long back, I had a Uranus. That time it was a sound maestro. This was not only just a sound system, it increases the snob value..proudly boasted as a urenus owner. Then there was a long long gap.. again started looking for a decent sound system, which can support the TV and satisfies the ear by soothing listening experience of the music, Hence search begins and finally landed on SONODYNE SAMA 5000 after hopping from JBL, SONY, Denon, Polk Audio etc.. I am not a sound engineer, but an avid listener to the music. My criteria was limited to the priorities, sound output-calm and soothing listening experience - should suit most of the genre from fast to slow music, vocal to instrumental.. whatever..mostly should highlight the tone and tune , what I am interested to listen..like if it's something vocal, means the vocal should be clear and crisp balanced sound then thirdly snob value, like ''sirf naam hi kaafi hai" kind of thing and finally less wire business. Finally I।must say it satisfies most of my criteria and I am totally satisfied. This has now become my morning and evening companion????. At this price point I found this is the best.

Since its inception in the early 70s, Sonodyne is a company that has been at the forefront of the innovative Indian professional audio market

In real terms, however, the SRP 202 "measures" better than the manufacturer promises

The Best Review is Performance: Longman Luk - Extremely talented Hong Kong based Erhuist shared his Sonodyne story with us recently. "I feel wonderful for having Sonodyne SRP 204 with me for some recent projects of string ensemble, acapella, and hip hop. At first I didn't expect them as such powerful for how compact the size they are. Yet the most impressive part is the aluminium enclosures, which not only make them sturdy, but also make them sound well contained and focused. As an Erhuist who works on different genres, I really like the clarity that SPR 204 brings me!"