Product Reviews

Expect nothing more than Flat Sound. Extremely short battery life. An hour later, it feels heavy. Control buttons can be positioned more effectively.

I love these, I bought a Sony SRS nr10 but sent it back. These are superb. Brilliant sound for gaming films and TV. Highly recommended

Significantly better sound in both dynamic range AND sheer volume available than the "Bravia Theatre U", their 2ND and lesser attempt at this technology. Honestly BUY THIS INSTEAD unles the bendy neck in the "U" is all-important to you. In comparison, I wish I'd never bought the Sony Bravia Theatre U. There's still room for improvement but the SRS-NS7 is great.

NOTHING BUT STATIC…don’t bother… if you heard anything to the contrary…it’s a lie… worked for about a week… now nothing but static! oh i’ve tried everything SONY! even your third rate customer service…NO HELP NO RESPONSE! 300+ dollars down the drain!

Battery doesn’t last 12hrs like described. If I use the product on 40%volume or more, it only gives me 6hrs of life. The most I have gotten out of this product has been 9 hours at 20% volume.

As my hearing is not what it was I started using headphones when I watched TV more for the neighbours sake than mine ! I bought this item on a whim and am so glad I did. I can hear clearly what is being said and having quite a large collection of films on DVD this is a great advantage. The item is light and when I'm wearing it I'm totally unaware of its presence. Battery life could be a little longer but it doesn't take long to charge.

Very happy with my purchase, simple setup and easy to use

This is a great product for apartment dwellers. I have shown it to friends and they were all impressed by the surround quality. More people should be made aware of its uses.

Very disappointed that this would not work with my Sony TV (XR A95K). Had to contact Sony support and do a full factory reset of the TV before the TV would recognise the neckband’s transmitter.

This was perfect to be able to enjoy surround sound with kids asleep. At first i thought it woild be a gimmick but i was very wrong. Big fan and would recommend it to anyone that needs to stay quiet but loves movies

We use this in conjunction with our tv speakers. My wife has hearing issues and these allow her to hear the tv without me losing my hearing or sanity. Love them.

The neckband sounds good. I don't really use them to much because I brought Sony's HT-A9 speakers so I'm enjoying them more now.

I bought this as speaker for my gaming setup, as the monitor I use doesn’t have speakers. Granted, I had low expectations and planned on returning them if unsatisfied. The sound is very immersive and surprisingly clear. As a self appointed audiophile, I do not consider Sony to be in the top 10 in audio but their noise cancelling headphones are top tier. A lot of that same clarity you get with the headphones you get with these neck speakers. The bass booms, the vocals pop and the weight doesn’t wear on you over a few hrs time. My only complaint is the BT connection. I get ~3 interruptions in sound per hour, disconnections that reconnect within 1-2 seconds. It breaks the immersion and it is annoying but the positives outweigh this complaint. Should be noted that I use this speaker in an extremely congested electronic area that could be why my I’m having this issue.

Audition it twice and finally bought it just for music with a discounted coupon as the Dolby Atmos only works with Sony TVs. The sound quality was impressive given the price n I m truly satisfied so far. It still a bit loud in the evening though for people sensitive to sound. Would be great if they have a casing for mobility n travel as well.

I really like using my Sony neck speaker when watching tv as I can understand what is being said especially when people whisper. It is also nice that I can hear whatever else is going on around me which isn’t really possible when using headphones. The only issue I have with them is the cover over the on off switch. I had to send back my previous one as the cover came off the and without it it’s not even possible to turn it on or off and now the one I got to replace it is doing the same thing. So right now I’m trying to figure out a way to keep it on.

I only used them for about 30 minutes on destiny 2 and it works good. They pair instantly. Hooking up is easy. Movie quality on your neck.

I bought this so I could listen to higher quality music while wearing a hat and while listening to normal speakers at the same time while following music tutorials. For these uses it works really well. Sound quality is pretty good although I think the bass could be better. Also, if you tilt your head slightly, the sound moves to one side very easily, so keeping your head straight is essential for the bext experience. These are improvements I would like to see though: 1. Make it water resistant so I can wear it while in the bath/Hot tub. 2. Add Play/Pause, Next and Previous track buttons like most other bluetooth headphones are capable of. 3. Add foam to the underneath of the band so it is more comfy and reduce vibrations around your neck and on your shoulder bones. 4. Induction charging would be great, especially if a dock could be made which would also work for my Sony Headphones and Earbuds (obviously the headphones would also need to charge via induction, they currently don't).

Bought this to use as Amazon started providing music with Dolby Atmos. Happy to say it works a treat. Gives a good all round sound, in a comfortable package. Really comfy on , and I find it more comfortable than headphones. Also tried connecting it to a Philips TV, and again it does a pretty good job. Sound effects are really good, as things move on the screen, although voices sound a little quiet. Overall , very happy with my buy.

Great sound quality, I would highly recommend this to people who love watching movies

Got this seperately after getting my Bravia. Wanted to take advangage of 360 spatial sound feature and got this to try with. No regrets and highly recommend.

It is a brilliant innovative product and I really enjoy using it. Surround sound near you without being in your ears. Lovely retro looks and appeal. Minor problem with battery charging and unit replaced - this didn't put me off.

Bought this on a whim. were pleasantly surprised how good it is. Purely for single user experience. I do have new Sony Bravia Tv, so it integrates well. For me the biggest benefit is the discreetness of not annoying other parties even though it seems loud to me. Only negative for me is a shame you can not adjust the sound volume with the tv remote, you have to press the button on the neckband.

I bought this a month plus ago and it was simply amazing. The sound was amazing while watching steaming movie alone in late night. Since it an open speaker design so it still project sound when it volume tune up too loud. I prefer it than a headphone, do try it out.. it worth.

I was looking to replace my old sony headphones when I noticed the wireless neckband, I went on to youtube and found the set up guide and reviews on this product before purchasing them. pretty straightforward to set up took me a few times to take pics of my ears to optimise the sound on my phone. lightweight on the shoulders and no more numb ears with headphones, sound is fantastic only slight issue i have is the optical cable was to short and the charging usb cable could be at least a foot longer making it easier to charge from a socket point overall this neckband is a winner

I got this speaker as a gift over Christmas, I shortly fell in love with it. I use it on daily basis instead of my Sennheiser headphones. The speaker is light and sits on the neck very comfortably. Great versatility in connecting to multiple devices. It connects perfectly to the Sony A9F to enjoy some Dolby Atmos movies, as well as connecting to my phone for meetings or listening to music. Sound quality is great and works great if you have kids and want to listen to you stuff but hear the external noises as well. Setup was very easy and ear adjustment software works perfectly.

I used the unit as a gaming and movie headphone. The major issue I had was the button placements which was inconveniently placed within the neck. Had to memorize button placements to be able to control it with removing it every time. I wish it was compatible with the PS5 but I was forced to do a workaround to get it to work to a certain degree. The audio experience was very good for a portable unit.

Fantastic, Sony sound system is complete. Sounds theater quality. WOW !!!!

Was a free gift redeemption. A little heavy to carry on the neck. Not too comfortable especially lying down on the sofa.

Wanted quality sound without earphones/headphones. I was impressed with the quality of the sound, for me just as good as my earphones without the ear discomfort. Light enough that I forget it is there unless I am leaning back against a chair back. Bluetooth is good enough for use throughout my house without carrying my iPhone. Initially bought so I could hear my radar detector when driving on long trips but haven’t tried this yet.

I bought this device one month ago. It is a very good buy. The device is comfortable to wear. The sound is crisp, clear and loud enough for my listening pleasure. The bass is excellent. The atmos Dolby feature made the surround sound so realistic that my music sessions on YouTube and on my Sony TV gained endless satisfaction. Thank you Sony.

In mid 2021 I saw a live product demo of the Sony SRS-NS7 and was able to inspect but not listen to it. There was a mention that a smartphone app could be used to take pictures of your ears which are then uploaded to an account that you need to create. At the time it seemed like a cool device despite the off-putting price tag compared to over the ear headphones. A year or so later, I purchased a Sony OLED TV and at the same time, noticed that the NS7 had come down in price slightly. Could not find many in-depth reviews online from sources I trusted so took a chance when buying. The reviews that I had found online were either glowing or scathing with some dismissing the product due to the price or pointing out the limitation that certain Sony TVs are required for the Dolby Atmos feature to work. Therefore, I started out with low expectations for the product and initially had mixed feelings. Connecting the hardware was straightforward and clearly outlined in the provided guide. When I turned on my 2021 Sony OLED TV, a prompt appeared onscreen and I was up and running in little time. I did read the guide first and charged the product fully (charging block not provided). When testing for the first time it felt quite strange and I had to double check that the audio was NOT coming from the TV. The moment the neckband is powered on it connects to the TV without issue. I did not and do not like that the volume has to be adjusted on the neckband instead of through the TV remote control. I was surprised how well the audio sounded with the volume set to very low levels. On the TV, I played around with the sound modes and found Dolby Audio, Cinema and Standard to be comparable to each other when watching a movie. The dialogue sound mode made the most difference compared to the others. Initially I found speech sounded a bit strange (almost compressed) but had to remind myself that I am not listening to the TV’s built in audio. The bass effect works quite well and you can feel the neckband vibrate against your shoulders at times. After wearing the NS7 continuously for several hours, I got used to it and it started to make sense. The NS7 didn’t feel intrusive but you do need to sit up or recline with your head straight otherwise the surround effect suffers as a result. Just like over ear headphones the NS7 gets in the way if you lay on your side. I hadn’t tried the built in Mic and did not pair the NS7 with a smartphone as neither feature were the reason for my purchase. You can obviously hear the audio from the NS7 externally if you are in the same room even with the volume set to low. However, the TV itself is muted and does not leak audio into the walls or ceiling above which is great for night time watching. The NS7 audio is immersive when linked to a compatible TV and works just as well as decent headphones. I’d happily recommend these if you are seeking an audio solution other than a full-on Dolby Atmos soundbar or intrusive headphones. The NS7 is well constructed and packaged very well as it should for the price. The audio is VERY good but not perfect and it does take a while to get used to.

I don't have a Sony Bravia TV but it wasn't made clear in the literature that Dolby Atmos would only work with a Sony TV. Even if Atmos is not working (I can't know for sure) the DD Surround Sound does not appear particularly surround-like and hence is not immersive. The sound appears to come from around your neck, not in front or to the sides

I watch a lot of films in the evenings when the kids go to bed. Having recently bought the Sony XR-A95K, I thought I would give these a go. I usually watch films using the Apple AirPods Max. So far - I like them. Infinitely more comfortable than the AirPods and paired with the Sony TV - good movie quality sound. But...do not think that these provide and isolated sound that does not disturb those sitting next to you. They do not. If someone is next to you - they will hear sound, albeit at a low volume. Are they worth over £200? No. If you can get them on a deal then I would definitely go for it.

I bought this product since I'm teacher of Sound Engineering at the University and I would like to test Dolby Atmos in the better way I can and demonstrate the item to my Students. The product is great. I love it.

I had been using my neckband speaker and been happy with it for a while. Finally an audio product that gave great sound without putting pressure on my ears! Imagine my dismay when I lost sound in my left speaker but one call to Sony customer service had me ship it to them, even payed the shipping and a week later I had a brand new replacement and happy to have it, headphones get so hot and uncomfortable. Gotta say Thanks Sony, Great job

With base earphone I can switch over listern to things will not disconnect, ie phone YouTube, but with Sony going from say YouTube to phone and back it disconects

If the wearing experience is more fit and comfortable the better.

This speaker fits so nice and is so light weight that it doesn't bother me at all. Love the sound and in particular the bass. I'm somewhat hard of hearing and this keeps the room from being subjected to the TV being turned up so loud so I can hear. What a great idea.

It's connected to my TV, basically works. Volume control non-existent. Fortunately, whatever its default volume is usable. The 360 Spatial Sound personalizer software can't connect to the proper server. None of the other apps on my iPhone 13 have a problem. So that feature is useless.

This suits me down to the ground I don’t like wearing headphones I don’t like the ones that plug in your ears and the ones that fit over your head make my ears sweat as I wear glasses if I wish to wipe my eyes I have to remove them I do not have these problems with this product and by the way the sound is superb recommend

Great sound after configuring with Sony TV. After configuring the connection with Tab S7 plus, Dolby Atmos it goes without reservationsis very practically allowing you to listen to music or news You have the option of conversation or focus on other activities. I'm impressed.

This is a very convenient piece of mobile speaker that is built on the best of both worlds where you are in control of the surroundings and enjoy the 360 spatial audio. The silicon material sits very comfortable around the shoulder and you can hardly feel the weight of the speaker. It is light and the material does not give you an irritation. You probably don't feel the presence. That could be probably I carry heavier stuff over my shoulders and thus don't feel that speakers over me. Unlike ear buds and headphones, where the ANC blocks you totally from the environment, there is a time I need to want to be able to listen what is happening around me and still get to enjoy a good quality of sounds from the movies, SRS-NS7 answers that question. However, personally, I felt that, after listening to the WH-1000XM4, it just cannot be compared with it. It is weak in its bass. Overall, its sound quality is still brilliant. The best part is that it has a built-in mic which can be used for Zoom meeting. Although I have not tried it personally, the feature is wonderfully in-corporated.

I bought this a month or so ago. Most radios advertise long battery lives. It’ll say things like, “Up to eight hours.” Here’s the thing, they rarely accurate. You are lucky if you get an hour. This works as advertised. It has a long battery life and sounds great.

I bought this about a month ago and I can finally hear the TV without turning it up so loud you can hear all through the house.

Impressive sound and much more comfortable than headphones. I'm using with a non-Sony laptop and TV so I'm not getting the Dolby Atmos feature but, honestly, it sounds decent to me. The built-in microphone is also very handy and isn't called out very prominently in the feature description. It would be even better if it could be used while it's charging but I'm not knocking any points off for that. It really is not very audible to anyone else in the room just as claimed.

Personal home theater...comfortable nice surround sound...the only item missing is the bag for the speaker.

I have been contemplating to get since the launch. It is portable unlike usual speaker, yet comfortable to the ear. Great alternative to have portability yet less intrusive to the ear.

I bought this for my son, works well with DTS on playstation.. Its a very neat piece of equipment.. Would like one for myself

I’ve had these speakers around two weeks now & I’m so pleased with them. It’s like having a cinema on your shoulders! One slight problem, the speakers tend to “slip” off the back of my neck. If the speakers were weighted at the front of the unit, this in my opinion will keep the speakers in place.

I have a hearing problem, I have the TV so loud it disturbs my neighbours, Because the speakers are close to my ears, nobody else gets disturbed, Brilliant.

This is a great product the sound is really impressive & impressive.Comfortable around my neck as well.

Excellent product. Sony owes hit the mark in quality.

Can’t believe the wonderful sound that is produced from this speaker! Highly recommend!

Good accessory for the tv to enhance the sound with a bit of bass, however i did encounter fuzzy sound on my Samsung smart tv and have to restart a few times to rectify the issue. Also, it will be great if the SRS-NS7 can support direct connect to the voice chat of the Sony PlayStation 5 too and not just to the TV.

Received the Product in perfect condition 2 weeks ago. Following are my overall comments after using the Sony SRS-NS7. 1) Sony Music Redemption voucher with Tidal cannot be registered due to payment details for Zip Code. Try to renter again and was told it is an error. Please review if this can be simplified to make access more easy. 2) Tested the Sony SRS-NS7 with the following gadgets; a) Tested with Sony Bravia TV with no XR Reality. Can work with Stereo Sound but no Dolby Atmos Effect. b) Tested with Sony HT-ST 5000 Sound bar. Was able to watch movie and Listen to music in Stereo Mode. No Dolby Atmos. Sony should consider if they could build in Spatial Audio or Cinema Effect for non XR Reality user will be an advantage. c) Tested with IPhone, IPad, Android Phone and Tablet, Was able to watch movie and Listen to music in Stereo Mode. No Dolby Atmos which is acceptable but if Spatial Audio could be added like the Apple Air Pod Pro will be an added advantage for non XR Reality User. d) Tested with HIRes Portable Player, Was able to Listen to music in Stereo Mode. Can understand there should be no Dolby Atmos Effect for such devices. e) Used Sony SRS-NS7 for conference call and long meetings. Connectivity is stable and both speech and voice are clear and sharo. In Conclusion, I have also bought the Sony SRS-NB10. Sound Quality and Details for SRS-NS7 is definitely better than SRS-NB10 which is much cheaper but comparing with WF-1000XM4, music details are far beyond comparison. Price is a little steep for SRS-NS7 if it can only offer Dolby Atmos for XR Reality Built in devices only. Thank you.

Pair with my tv laptop as well as on my mobile phone (mostly). Even sound all around because it just sit on top of your shoulders and plays the sound /song. What I like about it is the sound volume will not diminish even if you head to toilet / kitchen to get snack or drink. Loudness is even which I like. The signal is very strong till around 10 meters (I tried the connection for more than 10 meters and it still work until I close the toilet door, the distance from my tv is more than 10 meters then the connection drops ) The maximum volume can go quite loud actually.

Pre-ordered this afte checking some overseas reviews and it does not disappoint. This is somewhat closest if you're looking for a "near" in-car surround sound experience. The "near" prefix is intended as the sounds are not fully isolated, since the intent is to use this in open environment.

I love this item so good sounds thank you sony keep up

I bought this neckband speaker as I am very petite and other headphones just slip off my head. It is very comfortable and links up to my MacBook, iPad and iPhone vis Bluetooth. Another plus is the I can dance around the kitchen listening to my music without worrying about wires. It is so easy to use.

These neck-phones/speakers are excellent at virtually any volume. Using an HD music service supplies exceptional sound considering the connection is bluetooth. I do wish the Sony Headphones Connect App was available on windows 10 or 11 computers. The bluetooth connection through a windows device is abysmal. iPhone great,android great, Mac great