Yamaha SR-C20A Soundbar with Built-in Subwoofer
We are an authorized Yamaha dealer!
Email Your Question
Pairs well with
Free Shipping
We only ship within Canada. Items purchased online qualify for free shipping!
30 Day Returns
All products are eligible for returns within 30 days. All original packaging is required.
Installation & Calibration
Ask about our installation services on home theatre & stereo equipment along with automation.
Yamaha SR-C20A Soundbar with Built-in Subwoofer
Overview
Not every room has space for a soundbar and a separate subwoofer box. The SR-C20A folds both into one 24-inch cabinet, making it a straightforward upgrade for a bedroom TV, gaming desk, or secondary room.
The SR-C20A is rated at 100W combined (20W per channel plus a 60W built-in subwoofer with two passive radiators), with Dolby Audio virtual surround processing and Clear Voice technology that lifts dialogue above background music and effects. Stereo, Standard, Movie, and Game surround modes let you match the sound profile to what you're watching or playing.
A single HDMI ARC connection handles audio from your TV with CEC support for shared remote control, and two digital optical inputs plus a 3.5mm analog input cover older sources. Bluetooth 5.0 streams from your phone or tablet, and the whole bar can sit in front of your TV or mount flush to the wall.
Simcoe Audio Video Insight
The SR-C20A doesn't pass video through HDMI — it only handles audio over ARC from your TV — so it's built to sit alongside your existing sources rather than act as a hub for them. That's fine for most bedroom and desk setups, but worth knowing if you were picturing it as a central connection point.
More Info
Why the Yamaha SR-C20A Stands Out
Built-In Subwoofer with Dual Passive Radiators
A 3-inch subwoofer and two passive radiators add low-end without a separate box.
Dolby Audio Virtual Surround
Widens the soundstage from a single compact cabinet.
Clear Voice Dialogue Enhancement
Lifts spoken dialogue above background music and effects.
HDMI ARC with CEC
Single-cable TV connection with CEC support so one remote can control both.
Bluetooth 5.0 Streaming
Stream directly from your phone or tablet without a network connection.
Wall-Mountable Compact Design
Sits in front of your TV or mounts flush to the wall using the built-in keyholes.
Buyer's Guide
Who It's For
- The Secondary Room Upgrade: wants a clear step up from TV speakers in a bedroom or guest room without extra boxes.
- The Desktop Gamer: wants a compact bar that fits under a monitor with a dedicated Game surround mode.
- The Space-Saver: wants a single self-contained unit that can wall-mount flush under a TV.
How It Compares
The SR-C20A trades a bit of output and driver count for its smaller footprint — the SR-B20A steps up to 120W with dedicated tweeters and DTS Virtual:X surround in a wider cabinet, while the SR-B40A adds a proper wireless subwoofer and Dolby Atmos decoding for a noticeably bigger step up in scale.
Yamaha SR-C20A Soundbar with Built-in Subwoofer Specifications
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Model | Yamaha SR-C20A |
| Type | Compact Soundbar with Built-in Subwoofer |
| Drivers | Front L/R: 1.8" Cone x2, Subwoofer: 3" Cone x1, 2 Passive Radiators |
| Audio | |
| Output Power | 100W Total (Front L/R 20W x2, Subwoofer 60W) |
| Virtual Surround Technology | Dolby Audio |
| Surround Modes | Stereo, Standard, Movie, Game |
| Audio Formats | Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II |
| DTS Digital Surround | No |
| Bass Extended | Yes |
| Compressed Music Enhancer | Yes (for Bluetooth) |
| Clear Voice | Yes |
| Connectivity | |
| HDMI | 1 Out (ARC, No Video Pass-Through) |
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| Digital Optical Input | 2 |
| Analog Audio Input | 1 (3.5mm) |
| Bluetooth | Version 5.0, A2DP Profile, SBC/AAC Codecs |
| Bluetooth Range | Approx. 33 ft (Unobstructed) |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| AirPlay | No |
| MusicCast Surround | No |
| App Control | Yes (Sound Bar Remote App) |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Dimensions (Front of TV) | 23-5/8" x 2-1/2" x 3-3/4" |
| Dimensions (Wall Mounted) | 23-5/8" x 2-1/2" x 4" |
| Weight | 3.9 lbs |
| Power Consumption | 13W (Rated) |
| Standby Power Consumption | 0.2W (HDMI Control Off), 0.4W (HDMI Control On) |