There is no shortage of “budget” speakers out there, but most of them still expect that they will fall half a grand before they even connect them. Sony’s CS series There is no plans to be. This is an entry-level equipment, simple and simple for people who want a decent sound in a bedroom, a home office, a small living room or a starter home cinema without blowing the budget.
With the SS-CS5M2 bookshelf racks, the SS-CS3M2 tower, the SS-CS8M2 middle channel and the SS-CSEM2-atmos modules, which gives you the basics: clean, solid processing quality and prices that leave space for an AVR-and maybe even a sub. No nonsense, no audiophilic marketing. Just speakers who do the job.
These new additions in the Sony CS series are built to offer listeners who do not want their credit card maximum to offer a solid music or home cinema experience. Sony would love it if they combined them with one of their A/V recipients, but they can mix and agree with what they already have. Just don’t forget not to bring your own subwoofer if you want to feel the low-end.
Here is a quick look at every loudspeaker that is followed by the line -up:
SS-CS3M2
The SS-CS3M2 is a 3-way floor speaker with a 3-way that provides a balanced sound with extensive high-frequency detail and solid performance with a low end. It has a dual 5.12-‘woofer with reinforced taps for additional bass import, a high-promoting soft dome high-toner and the wide dispersion superhoche from Sony to support a high-resolution audio playback. The SS-CS3M2 housed in a ported bass reflex cabinet and is rated with a frequency response from 45 Hz to 50,000 Hz-or compatible with the Hi-res audio content on the top of the human being.
SS-CS5M2
The SS-CS5M2 book rack loudspeakers are compact and versatile and have a 3-way 3-way design with a 5.12-inch woofer, a soft dome high-toner and a large dispersion superhoche. They deliver a wide frequency response from 53 Hz to 50,000 Hz, supported by a rear bass reflex connection that improves the low frequency performance.
These speakers work well as networks in a compact audio or home theater setup perfection for smaller rooms or as surround speakers in combination with the down-to-earth SS-CS3M2 and the front main speaker.
SS-CS8M2
The SS-CS8M2 is a 2-way 3-Wegen-Center-Center-Kanall speaker that is designed for flexible placement-horizontal or vertical, although it does not contain any wall mounting options. Focuses on providing a clear dialogue and a rich depth of voice. It has a double 3.94-inch woofer, paired with a high-precision soft dome high-toner. A bass reflex connection, which is mounted afterwards, improves the low frequency performance and contributes to filling out the sound in home cinema setups.
SS-CSEM2
The SS-CSEM2 is a dolby atmos that was designed upwards, which was designed upwards, to either sit on the SS-CS3M2 floor or SS-CS5M2 bookshelf speaker. It reflects sound from the ceiling to improve Dolby Atmos. You can place two on the front or surround speakers or use four, which apply both on the front and on the rear speakers -how many altitude channels support their AVR. Each SS-CSEM2 houses a single 3.94-inch extension driver in a sealed cabinet for clear, focused upward noises.
Comparison
| SS-CS3M2 | SS-CS5M2 | SS-CS8M2 | SS-CSEM2 | |
| Loudspeaker | Down -to -earth | bookshelf | Medium canal | Successor height |
| Price | $ 279.99/JE | $ 249.99/couple | $ 229.99/je | $ 249.99/couple |
| Driver configuration | 3-ways, 4 drivers |
3-ways, 3 drivers |
2-ways, 3 drivers |
1-way, 1 driver |
| Super tweeter | 19mm Dome Type X 1 1 | 19mm Dome Type X 1 1 | N/A | N/A |
| Tweeter | 25mm dome type x 1 | 25mm dome type x 1 | 25mm dome type x 1 | N/A |
| Full range | N/A | N/A | N/A | 10 cm bowling type x 1 |
| Woofer | 13 cm bowling type x 2 | 13 cm bowling type x 1 | 10 cm bowling type x 2 | N/A |
| Port (bass reflex) | Front port | Rear connection | Rear connection | Sealed |
| Impedance | 6 ohms | 6 ohms | 6 ohms | 6 ohms |
| Sensitivity (2.83 v / 1m) | Unattended | Unattended | Unattended | 86 dB |
| Frequency response | 45Hz-50kHz | 53Hz-50kHz | 55Hz-25 kHz | 70 Hz – 32,000 Hz (corresponds to the Dolby Atmos specification) |
| Crossover frequency | 2.5 kHz, 17 kHz | 2.5 kHz, 17 kHz | 2.5 kHz | Non -applicable |
| Maximum input power | 145W | 100W | 145W | 100W |
| Speaker terminals | Screw type | Screw type | Screw type | Push type |
| Housing material | Wood | Wood | Wood | Wood |
| Lattice | Removable/fabric | Removable/fabric | Removable/fabric | Removable/fabric |
| Finish | Fabric (radiator grille), PP leaf (closet) | Fabric (radiator grille), PP leaf (closet) | Fabric (radiator grille), PP leaf (closet) | Fabric (radiator grille), PP leaf (closet) |
| Dimensions (WHD) | 230 x 921 x 260 mm
9 1/8 x 36 3/8 x 10 1/4 in. |
178 x 335 x 220 mm
7 1/8 x 13 1/4 x 8 3/4 in. |
430 x 146 x 220 mm
17 x 5 3/4 x 8 3/4 in. |
178 x 146 x 190 mm
7 1/8 x 5 3/4 x 7 1/2 in. |
| Weight | 11.1 kg / 24 lbs 8 oz | 4.3 kg / 9 LBS 8 OZ | 5.1 kg / 11 lbs 4 oz | 2.8 kg / 6 LBS 3 OZ |
The end result
We have treated a lot of high-end speakers with stunning price tags, but we are honest-not everyone needs this complexity or costs. The Sony CS series offers an uncomplicated, well-built option that provides solid sound for those with a budget or people who are looking for a reliable secondary system without breaking the bank.
If you are curious, go to a dealer and listen to him. You could just surprise you. And if you are not your cup of tea, the market is packed with many alternatives across brands, designs and price points that meet your requirements.
Price and availability
All four products are pre -ordered via Sony Electronics and authorized retailers. Shipping is expected to begin in July. 2025.