You can counteract that mic placement by adding your own audio capture device thanks to the standard microphone input jack that joins HDMI and USB connectors on the left side.
The Aud 5 is Bluetooth-enabled for wireless music streaming, and also features a 3.5mm auxiliary input for a direct connection to almost any audiodevice.
The new Z-Base sound bars offer two analog audio inputs, one optical (toslink) digital input, one coaxial digital input - plus a front panel 3.5mm analog stereo input for convenient connection of an iPod or other portable audiodevice.
Fortunately, Pioneer was thoughtful enough to include an auxiliary audioinput on both units, so 4900 owners can still plug in and play whatever audiodevice takes their fancy.