\n     \n     \n \n ","quoteExcerpt":"I use this to stop standby mode on my Onn 30\" Soundbar from Walmart."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lj6bxs8","sourceText":"works like a charm\n\nvirus is false positive","quoteExcerpt":"works like a charm"}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Soundbar setup and installation challenges","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"1ioqbw5","sourceText":"Not exactly what I was expecting when I ordered a soundbar and 2 speakers 😅. Who’s put together 28s, and how long of a day am I in for?","quoteExcerpt":"Not exactly what I was expecting when I ordered a soundbar and 2 speakers 😅."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mcljycz","sourceText":"Yes, doesn’t take that long. I’d say one 28 takes about 20-45 depending on how comfortable you are with it. If you have big hands, getting the powerplug in is one of the harder things.","quoteExcerpt":"If you have big hands, getting the powerplug in is one of the harder things."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mcm2uzs","sourceText":"you will realize how easy it is AFTER you install it lol make sure you download the B&O app on your LG TV before you connect the speaker","quoteExcerpt":"you will realize how easy it is AFTER you install it lol."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Varied experiences with Atmos setup and connectivity issues","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"13qkmc5","sourceText":"Can a real person comment on the quality of the Hisense 5.1.2 AX5210G? The AX5120G is only available at Walmart and I haven’t found any real reviews outside of the Walmart site, but it is $250 USD for Atmos enabled 5.1.2. The rear speakers are only corded to each other and Bluetooth to the subwoofer, not corded like Vizio M series and don’t connect to a receiver like LG. I’m mostly interested in Atmos sound quality, not so much in EQ adjustment setting since I will use it mostly for movies.","quoteExcerpt":"I’m mostly interested in Atmos sound quality, not so much in EQ adjustment setting since I will use it mostly for movies."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kv3j4y5","sourceText":"I purchased this kit recently, and have it set up. For reference, I’m using an LG C3 65”, AppleTV 4k (newest), Sony UBP-X800 UltraHD Blu-Ray player, and an Intel NUC11 mini-PC. First off, it supports true eARC (not just ARC). This is a big deal, because it ensures you won’t have issues with an AppleTV or other devices that support Atmos. ARC-only soundbars that support Atmos will likely require pass through, meaning you either need to connect this to two HDMI ports on your TV, or use an HDMI switch box to get everything working right, as ARC doesn’t have the same bandwidth. This is an issue I experienced with my previous Atmos soundbar (Vizio SB36512-F6). \n\nHow does it sound for the price? Surprisingly good. You’re not going to mistake it for the top quality Sony, Samsung, or other $1,000-range soundbars out there, but it will definitely enhance your sound beyond what a TV does on its own. If your ceiling isn’t too high, you will get the Atmos effect from the upfiring speakers on the bar. You may need to tune it in a few cases for better dialogue (if so, set the EQ to News or AI mode), but overall, the dynamic range is quite good.\n\nThe unit pairs to the sub and surrounds right out of box when turned on. The construction is admirable for something in this price range. Pairing a phone via bluetooth to stream music through it is easy, and I found that music played from an iPhone sounded great. There is no WiFi, so no Google/Alexa/etc.; I find this a plus, as I have those options through other devices and would rather not have any telemetry/tracking shenanigans like some vendors have. The remote is fairly easy to use in its layout.\n\nDownsides: The words on the remote are hard to read, as the contrast is low with the brushed metal top surface. The unit could be a little more powerful, but that’s just wishing for a future product (the HiSense AX5125h provides that power at 500w but costs $50 more at $299 on Amazon, whereas the AX5120G is a Wal-Mart exclusive). The two rear surrounds must be connected together, really no better than Vizio’s method of wiring the surrounds into the sub, and they take a third power cable. The positioning of the cords on the surrounds means that mounting them on stands is more difficult than it needs to be. \n\nOverall, this is a good buy at $250, and a steal at the $130 price it was sold at last Christmas season. It’s not Samsung or Sony’s top-end but it delivers on what it claims to and is a good contender in the under-$400 market.\n\nEDIT: Tested with the following: \n\nMasters Of The Air, AppleTV+ (Apple TV 4k) \n\nStar Wars: The Bad Batch Disney+ (Apple TV 4k)\n\nThe Batman UHD 4k Blu-Ray set to Dolby Atmos (Sony UBP-X800 player)","quoteExcerpt":"How does it sound for the price? Surprisingly good."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jlfovbz","sourceText":"I have the hisense 5120g and i love it. May still be on sale on amazon.","quoteExcerpt":"I have the hisense 5120g and i love it."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jlmgegm","sourceText":"https://www.techhive.com/article/1372964/hisense-ax5100g-review.html\n\nThe article above is for the ax5100g, without the atmos speakers. However, the quality should be similar between the two. His main complaints were, the sound tended to be really harsh in the upper and lower ranges of the sound frequency. With that being said sound quality is highly subjective and is also affected by the listeners ability to hear, acoustics of the room, and the size of the room. I'm thinking about picking this up for a master bedroom, this weekend. So if you bought this already, let me know your opinion. Otherwise, I hope I was helpful.","quoteExcerpt":"https://www.techhive.com/article/1372964/hisense-ax5100g-review.html\n\nThe article above is for the a"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kd7x3z9","sourceText":"If anyone sees this and is experiencing a problem with the subwoofers and side speakers disconnecting, don't waste your time with customer service or trying to make the soundbar work, your basically f'd by hisense, return it quickly.","quoteExcerpt":"don't waste your time with customer service or trying to make the soundbar work, your basically f'd by hisense, return it quickly."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kk3x39r","sourceText":"This soundbar is very good when set up properly.\nI have it connected through earc on samsung qled TV with the dolby atmos switched on in the tv sound menu with pass through in the expert settings. \nThe rear speaker volume is set to +1 with treble set to +5 and base to +2 and Preset to music or movie and I get a brilliant sound with Dolby atmos on amazon music bearing in mind I have a large sitting room 6x5 meters. \nFor the price I cannot fault this system it is brilliant for the price. \nHope this helps. ","quoteExcerpt":"For the price I cannot fault this system it is brilliant for the price."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Debate on soundbars versus full home theater setups","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"151ute7","sourceText":"Are sound bars worth it? I’m helping my dad choose the best home theater setup. Our place is a two-bedroom apartment (around 800 sqft)\n\nWe tried some sound bars and found Devialet’s to be really good. But I would also say having the home theater set may create better experience.\n\nWas wondering if anyone has thoughts on sound bars and recommendations? If you recommend to get an audio setup, how should I get started? \n\nThanks!\n\nNote: I’m pretty new to the whole home theater world and but have always been very picky with anything audio. Apologies for any incorrect terminologies. Would love any advice and learnings too about anything audio-related","quoteExcerpt":"But I would also say having the home theater set may create better experience."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jsb00w0","sourceText":"I sold cars for 20 years, when someone would tell me what they wanted I would start with the absolute cheapest vehicle that met their needs, and then explain if they wanted something nicer it would cost more. It’s a very hard sell to show someone the nicest thing available and then tell them they can’t get any of that in their price range.\n\nWith a sound bar it’s generally a huge improvement over TV speakers. That said, a lot of sound bars can cost as much or more than a quality two channel set up. If someone can only afford $200-$300 why not show them a sound bar.\n\nPassable soundbars, Sennheiser, Sonos, and a couple somewhat custom from Klipsch or RBH but now you’re spending around $2,000 or more. Why not get a really nice 2 channel setup at that point?","quoteExcerpt":"With a sound bar it’s generally a huge improvement over TV speakers."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jsao1nk","sourceText":"for a no frills setup they are okay. Some people just want an upgrade and not some revolutionary setup only some ears can appreciate.","quoteExcerpt":"for a no frills setup they are okay."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kf6njda","sourceText":"what \"real\" pair of speakers do you recommend?","quoteExcerpt":"what 'real' pair of speakers do you recommend?"}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Universal remote IR codes for soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"nfg66f","sourceText":"Majority soundbar IR code? I'm trying to connect a Majority brand soundbar to my FireTV remote, and amazon doesn't have their manufacturer IR codes in their system. Anyone had success getting Majority to work with a universal remote?","quoteExcerpt":"Majority soundbar IR code? I'm trying to connect a Majority brand soundbar to my FireTV remote, and "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kw21t17","sourceText":"Worked on my majority soundbar Thank You!","quoteExcerpt":"Worked on my majority soundbar Thank You!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kwtkbuh","sourceText":"Still Working as of March 27, 2024. Thank you!","quoteExcerpt":"Still Working as of March 27, 2024. Thank you!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lmsmcze","sourceText":"The 5169 code worked on my Majority soundbar using advanced settings! Thank you!","quoteExcerpt":"The 5169 code worked on my Majority soundbar using advanced settings! Thank you!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lpd2qoy","sourceText":"Thank you! The code worked for me too! ","quoteExcerpt":"Thank you! The code worked for me too! "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j898f7s","sourceText":"I have a majority bowfell soundbar and found this thread... 5169 totally worked for me so THANK YOU","quoteExcerpt":"5169 totally worked for me so THANK YOU"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kbptf9r","sourceText":"Just tried 5169 to connect with Fire TV Insignia and it worked. Thanks","quoteExcerpt":"Just tried 5169 to connect with Fire TV Insignia and it worked."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kimjdcp","sourceText":"Same by me, thank you ^^","quoteExcerpt":"Same by me, thank you ^^"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"l3fokwf","sourceText":"Does your Mute button work on the Fire TV remote? I cant seem to get that to work. Volume works fine. Any advice?","quoteExcerpt":"Does your Mute button work on the Fire TV remote? I cant seem to get that to work. Volume works fine"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m0j29me","sourceText":"I have govo gosurround 925 and I tried ir code 5169 but it didn't work any other ir other ir code suggestions for the soundbar will be helpful.","quoteExcerpt":"I have govo gosurround 925 and I tried ir code 5169 but it didn't work any other ir other ir code su"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mf29wnp","sourceText":"Just use the Amazon basics in your set up menu 5169 IR code would not work for me but the Amazon basics set up tab work just fine","quoteExcerpt":"Just use the Amazon basics in your set up menu 5169 IR code would not work for me but the Amazon bas"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kjt3v00","sourceText":"Thank you for the IR code 🥰","quoteExcerpt":"Thank you for the IR code 🥰"}],"themeType":2},{"description":"Universal remote pairing for Saiyin soundbars using Meidong code","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"zj5b30","sourceText":"Saiyin Soundbar Universal Remote Code I know this is a long shot but I have a Saiyin 2.1 soundbar. The model is DS6841S. I would love to pair it with my universal remote. It's just a generic 4 device GE brand universal remote I use with my TV. The remote does not have a learning function soni need to find the 4 digit code. Does anyone here have experience pairing Saiyin Soundbar with universal remotes or generic Chinese soundbars in general? Thanks in advance for any information or assistance.\n\nI know having to use 2 remotes may be the price I pay for getting an unknown Chinese knockoff soundbar brand but the reviews were good, the price was right and it actually sounds pretty good.","quoteExcerpt":"I know having to use 2 remotes may be the price I pay for getting an unknown Chinese knockoff soundbar brand but the reviews were good, the price was right and it actually sounds pretty good."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jm51587","sourceText":"I am on the hunt for this myself..Ironically my biggest pup got ahold of the bars remote AND the ir learning remote I had set up to control it. I Contrary to posts.. These obscure brands do not use secret IR Codes... I go throught it with android tv boxes.. Many of the off brands use the same code. I will post when I come across something.","quoteExcerpt":"Contrary to posts.. These obscure brands do not use secret IR Codes."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kexv33h","sourceText":"Thanks all! I had the same issue and the meidong code worked for my Saiyin soundbar!","quoteExcerpt":"Thanks all! I had the same issue and the meidong code worked for my Saiyin soundbar!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"l535jlo","sourceText":"For anyone who comes across this and the near future, I found out another or similar method. So yes you have to use Meidong as your manufacturer choice. From my Saiyin model I had to do the following to connect it to Bluetooth (it was the only way it was working for me). \n\n1. Attempt to add the equipment.\n2. Choose Meidong as the brand\n3. Go through the set up steps to wear and asked you to try and turn the sound bar off with your remote\n4. Your sound bar be blinking and in pairing mode, from there, you can back out quickly and go to Bluetooth pairing on your fire stick and then the sound bar should be there.","quoteExcerpt":"So yes you have to use Meidong as your manufacturer choice."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m5jb0u0","sourceText":"I know this is an old post, but just wanted to confirm that Meidong worked perfectly for my SaiYin soundbar. Be careful though because there is another brand that is similar to “meidong” on the brand list - I chose the incorrect one first and couldn’t connect. When I realized my mistake everything worked great!","quoteExcerpt":"I know this is an old post, but just wanted to confirm that Meidong worked perfectly for my SaiYin soundbar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kxli17e","sourceText":"Confirmed meidong worked on my FireTV 4k stick, and meidong is an option: equipment control >> manage equipment >> add equipment >> choose meidong >> follow instructions to pair remote","quoteExcerpt":"Confirmed meidong worked on my FireTV 4k stick."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kxlikph","sourceText":"Also, this should work with any SaiYin Bluetooth speakers and soundbars","quoteExcerpt":"this should work with any SaiYin Bluetooth speakers and soundbars."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mbxq7mw","sourceText":"Thanks! Worked for my SaiYin DS6441 with my FireTV Stick remote.","quoteExcerpt":"Thanks! Worked for my SaiYin DS6441 with my FireTV Stick remote."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"md0uegm","sourceText":"Thank you we selected meidong to get the firetv stick remote to pair with Saiyin sound bar","quoteExcerpt":"Thank you we selected meidong to get the firetv stick remote to pair with Saiyin sound bar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lemb43v","sourceText":"Worked! Right on!","quoteExcerpt":"Worked! Right on!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m0whq9a","sourceText":"Worked for me - thanks.","quoteExcerpt":"Worked for me - thanks."}],"themeType":2},{"description":"Soundbar volume setup challenges and configuration options","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"k5q32f","sourceText":"Soundbar Noobie - volume seems really low? Hi everyone, \n\nI recently bought my first soundbar, a Pheanoo 2.1CH w/subwoofer. It sounds great (especially for the $200 Black Friday price tag), but the volume is really low. \n\nThe volume is on a range from 1 to 32 - you can't even hear the thing until you get to about 16, and you have to play it at like 30 out of 32 for it to have decent volume. The soundbar volume automatically syncs with my TV remote, so I can't just lower the TV volume, crank up the soundbar and then raise the TV volume.\n\nIs there something simple I am missing, is the volume range set like that by design, or is this a problem with my TV + soundbar combo?\n\nThanks in advance!","quoteExcerpt":"the volume is really low."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gegfngz","sourceText":"You left out one important detail. How is it connected to the TV? Also it looks like it can sit on stand or be mounted on wall. If the two configurations have different sides facing you, there may be a toggle in the bar you need to adjust. \n\nAlso a factor is room size, it may just not have enough power to fill your room. Low volume is a complaint I’m seeing on Amazon reviews for this bar as well.","quoteExcerpt":"Low volume is a complaint I’m seeing on Amazon reviews for this bar as well."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gegmdln","sourceText":"Oh, right. It is plugged into the TV via HDMI ARC (and using PCM instead of passthrough) and I use a PS4 plugged into the TV on HDMI2 to stream Netflix, Amazon, etc.\n\nI should probably experiment with the other connection types and connecting it directly to the PS4, but I believe this is the preferred connection setup?","quoteExcerpt":"Oh, right. It is plugged into the TV via HDMI ARC (and using PCM instead of passthrough) and I use "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"geh0mqm","sourceText":"check your soundbar settings for DCR option and turn it off, also if it has option Auto Volume, turn it on... \n\nI have HT-Z9F and having DCR ON pretty much destroyed vocals for me, have turned it off at some point and never considered turning it back on :) \n\nAs for Auto Volume, it brings up audio to whatever volume level you have if source is not as loud as it should be, although there is annoying downside to this on my soundbar, if I pause playback or have to switch audio sources forth and back, it takes around 10 seconds to ramp up the volume.... and if you have PC, volume settings on youtube/itunes and other software become pretty much irrelevant since soundbar just brings volume to what it should be on the level you set on it :)","quoteExcerpt":"if you pause playback or have to switch audio sources forth and back, it takes around 10 seconds to ramp up the volume."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"HDMI ARC and CEC connectivity challenges","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"100foas","sourceText":"soundbar connecting and disconnecting Hello everyone, not too long ago I picked up a samsung hw ms650 and it worked great, and I just recently replaced my tv with a TCL series 5 tv and my soundbar will temporarily pick up the input for tv arc, which it says on the soundbar, then the tv will automatically switch over and play on sound bar through HDMI but then about five seconds later disconnects. Then about five minutes, I try to connect again, same thing, disconnects every time. \n\nIs there something I'm missing? A setting on the tv? Setting on the sound bar? Should it automatically switch over? I would really like to use my new soundbar with my tv but can't get it to work. Any ideas?","quoteExcerpt":"I would really like to use my new soundbar with my tv but can't get it to work."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j2nz08o","sourceText":"I had a lot of trouble connecting my TCL series 5 with a TCL Alto 8+. It would work sometimes but then wouldn't. After a long time troubleshooting with TCL support, I have a replacement TV on the way. They said something is wrong with the CEC control. We'll see if the new TV fixes it...","quoteExcerpt":"They said something is wrong with the CEC control."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j2o3nag","sourceText":"Please let me know if it does, perhaps I am in the same boat","quoteExcerpt":"Please let me know if it does, perhaps I am in the same boat."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j2hhnd8","sourceText":"Maybe a faulty HDMI cable?","quoteExcerpt":"Maybe a faulty HDMI cable?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j2i4vlo","sourceText":"Seems like you hear a lot of people saying this same thing with a few Samsung and LG model sound bars.","quoteExcerpt":"Seems like you hear a lot of people saying this same thing with a few Samsung and LG model sound bars."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Netflix audio issues on soundbars with HDMI ARC","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"150b2md","sourceText":"Help: Soundbar won’t work with Netflix Here’s the specs;\n\nI have a Sharp HT-SBW182 Soundbar connected to a Sharp 40 BJ2IO TV.\n\nIt’s connected via high speed HDMI in the ARC ports of both the Soundbar and the TV.\n\nThe Soundbar is in HDMI ARC mode (purple light).\n\nARC is switched on in the HDMI settings on the TV.\n\nHere’s the problem;\n\nThe TV has 3 apps installed; Netflix, Amazon Prime and YouTube. \n\nThe Soundbar works just fine with YouTube. It also works fine with HDMI inputs. I have a laptop in HDMI 1 and PS5 in HDMI 2, No Soundbar issues whatsoever.\n\nAs soon as I switch to Netflix or Prime, the purple light starts blinking and I get no sound. I changed the audio settings in Netflix from 5.1 to stereo thinking that might solve the issue. No dice.\n\nThe manual is no help and neither is Google.\n\nDoes anyone smarter than me have any solutions to this…? I’m tearing my hair out over here!","quoteExcerpt":"As soon as I switch to Netflix or Prime, the purple light starts blinking and I get no sound."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"js409fv","sourceText":"In the TVs audio menu, set anything passthrough-related to auto. If its already in auto, try PCM stereo (2.0).\n\nDoes audio work if you use Netflix on the PS5 or PC?","quoteExcerpt":"If its already in auto, try PCM stereo (2.0)."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mhf3x6e","sourceText":"Helped me too! Thank you so much","quoteExcerpt":"Helped me too! Thank you so much."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ku3eq4i","sourceText":"Omg I’ve been struggling with this forever thank you!","quoteExcerpt":"Omg I’ve been struggling with this forever thank you!"}],"themeType":4},{"description":"IR code search and configuration workaround","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"g4zo1n","sourceText":"Soundbar not listed on the IR search list So I bought a soundbar (Boman Odine 1) from Amazon, only they aren't listed when I'm trying to set the Shield controller up for the IR. \nI'm guessing the answer may be no, but is there any chance that I can teach the controller the IR code for the soundbar just so I can have 1 controller out rather than 2?","quoteExcerpt":"I'm guessing the answer may be no, but is there any chance that I can teach the controller the IR code for the soundbar just so I can have 1 controller out rather than 2?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"fo0j918","sourceText":"If i recall, you can search for your sound bar on the same page that lists the sound bars.","quoteExcerpt":"If i recall, you can search for your sound bar on the same page that lists the sound bars."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"fo0y14b","sourceText":"Ok I have a cheap westinghouse brand TV. I just went though a few other brands on my 3rd. I found a profile that worked with my TV. Just try the same with your soundbar.","quoteExcerpt":"Just try the same with your soundbar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"fo1l1eo","sourceText":"just search for it, my vizio wasn't there either, i just searched and it found the correct code on the Internet, pretty spiffy","quoteExcerpt":"i just searched and it found the correct code on the Internet, pretty spiffy."}],"themeType":2}],"pros":[],"cleanTitle":"GEOYEAO TV Sound Bar","compareAttributes":[{"attribute":"Sound Quality","fitDescription":"Engineered to deliver crystal-clear audio with deep bass and immersive surround sound, this product meets high expectations for auditory performance.","rank":14,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Connectivity","fitDescription":"Boasting multiple connection options including HDMI ARC, Bluetooth, AUX, and more, it integrates seamlessly with modern entertainment systems.","rank":14,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Design & Build","fitDescription":"The sleek, detachable design not only adds a touch of modern style but also provides flexibility in placement and setup.","rank":14,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Ease of Use","fitDescription":"With plug-and-play installation complemented by a remote control and clear guides, it offers user-friendly operation without the fuss.","rank":14,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Feature Set","fitDescription":"Incorporating advanced DSP, customizable EQ, and a 2-in-1 detachable feature, it stands out by merging high functionality with innovative design.","rank":14,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Compatibility","fitDescription":"Designed to work well with smart TVs, gaming consoles, projectors, and PCs, it serves as a versatile audio solution across multiple devices.","rank":14,"rankTotal":20}],"useCases":[{"attribute":"Home Theater Experience","fitDescription":"Transforms your living room into a mini theater with vibrant surround sound and dynamic RGB lighting that sets the mood.","rank":14,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"TV Sound Enhancement","fitDescription":"Elevates dialogue and sound clarity making everyday TV viewing, news, and sports far more enjoyable.","rank":14,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Music Streaming","fitDescription":"Wireless Bluetooth streaming enables direct music playback from your phone or tablet, ensuring a rich audio experience.","rank":14,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Gaming & Conferences","fitDescription":"Delivers immersive and clear audio suitable for gaming sessions and video conferencing, enhancing overall interaction and engagement.","rank":14,"rankTotal":20}],"commentScore":5,"overallScore":4.1,"sentimentScore":5,"technicalScore":3.5,"sum":84,"aggregatedQuotes":[{"text":"Soundbars can be fantastic. Will they ever beat a multi-thousand dollar 13 speaker atmos system? Dumb comparison.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jji18eu","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sound bars are a terrible value. Even modest ones are overpriced.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"komw19d","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"But “high end” soundbars are absolute scams! If you’re paying that much, just get an AVR and real speakers!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gymnfwv","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"They also don't want a receiver, speakers, wires, etc. For many it's a suitable, viable way to get far better audio than their TV gives them.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gynqnmo","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gymazq2","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Please do not waste your money buying overpriced crap from Bose, and please don't waste your money buying that soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"livpboy","post_id":"1ew08w4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"liv2dl4","post_id":"1ew08w4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"For movies and gaming it sounds amazing. Music not so much... That's my experience.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2t7iye","post_id":"1hhr25s","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Music does not have the same „impact“ on me as I was used to.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2tqf7x","post_id":"1hhr25s","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The middle notes/frequencies is what I find more lacking too.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2wnebu","post_id":"1hhr25s","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"My concern is buying this soundbar and then finding out that it's a not a good option for music.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2tctvu","post_id":"1hhr25s","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It’s more easy to set up and you avoid the cables issues and I don’t have any issues with my speakers.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jixcdt4","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"One time it happened when my TV was off and it scared the shit out of me.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"16uuihc","post_id":"16uuihc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Apparently, my soundbar hates hulu lol.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"la5plom","post_id":"16uuihc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"setting the output to PCM in the audio settings solved it.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lvcha6f","post_id":"16uuihc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Mine sounds like when you take the top off of a shook up bottle of coke.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mcxk47g","post_id":"16uuihc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"alguien lo soluciono? me pasa amenudo ahora.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mdsz0vc","post_id":"16uuihc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"No clear winner. It depends on your planned use and environment.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j2sapka","post_id":"102chup","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Theres always a 3.1 option for dedicated speakers.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j2umkec","post_id":"102chup","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I love the convenience and style of soundbars, but a passive stereo pair, even the most modest, will win every time to my ear.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j2uoqku","post_id":"102chup","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Dedicated Speakers always no matter what people believe or argue with.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j30icxp","post_id":"102chup","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I love it with music.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hyg1jng","post_id":"qjxeaw","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"there's this \"All Channel Stereo\" function that brings nice clarity to the music.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ia5uxx6","post_id":"qjxeaw","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Other than that it was great for the price.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ius6dst","post_id":"qjxeaw","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I figure if they can last a year i would consider them a great purchase.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"l861de4","post_id":"1ddlrie","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I bartended at a country club, and there was this one group of tennis-ladies that would always sit a","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ehaxg9b","post_id":"aus97z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Work in a downtown hotel bar right across from our convention center. I’ve heard way too many negoti","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ehatulh","post_id":"aus97z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Look all I’m saying is Grand Theft Auto severely ruined our generations perception of how many police helicopters exist.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ehayefh","post_id":"aus97z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Plot twist: it was his mom at the bar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ehbm2oa","post_id":"aus97z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"If you’ve never had chickens, or been around chickens, they can be brutal.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ehbn0aq","post_id":"aus97z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sounds like the plot to Sk8ter Boi by Avril Lavigne.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ehbnsxt","post_id":"aus97z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"If you honestly feel something, like interest for another human being, say as much.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ehcn6mm","post_id":"aus97z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The health/inventory bar was burnt in.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hf0zfaa","post_id":"pzhgcd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I know nothing of oled tho.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hf1wlj9","post_id":"pzhgcd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"OLEDs have a pixel refresh setting that can mostly fix it.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hf2512w","post_id":"pzhgcd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Oled displays and tvs look amazing, but have a few too many linger term problems for now.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hf26j99","post_id":"pzhgcd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I came to thank you all on the newly acquired information.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hf2mcb6","post_id":"pzhgcd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I am not paying hundreds more to have a dirty display with ghost images two years later.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hhiuxgn","post_id":"pzhgcd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"If anything people think they’re much more fragile than they really are.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hf4ody2","post_id":"pzhgcd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I wish it wasn’t how oled works.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hf4jl9x","post_id":"pzhgcd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"As far as I've done testing it did prevent my soundbar from going into standby and at volume levels I use on PC to watch movies and listen to music, the tone was never audible to me.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"nyxpzp","post_id":"nyxpzp","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I use this to stop standby mode on my Onn 30\" Soundbar from Walmart.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"l3ekjry","post_id":"nyxpzp","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"works like a charm","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lj6bxs8","post_id":"nyxpzp","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Not exactly what I was expecting when I ordered a soundbar and 2 speakers 😅.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"1ioqbw5","post_id":"1ioqbw5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"If you have big hands, getting the powerplug in is one of the harder things.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mcljycz","post_id":"1ioqbw5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"you will realize how easy it is AFTER you install it lol.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mcm2uzs","post_id":"1ioqbw5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I’m mostly interested in Atmos sound quality, not so much in EQ adjustment setting since I will use it mostly for movies.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"13qkmc5","post_id":"13qkmc5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"How does it sound for the price? Surprisingly good.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kv3j4y5","post_id":"13qkmc5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I have the hisense 5120g and i love it.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jlfovbz","post_id":"13qkmc5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"https://www.techhive.com/article/1372964/hisense-ax5100g-review.html\n\nThe article above is for the a","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jlmgegm","post_id":"13qkmc5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"don't waste your time with customer service or trying to make the soundbar work, your basically f'd by hisense, return it quickly.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kd7x3z9","post_id":"13qkmc5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"For the price I cannot fault this system it is brilliant for the price.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kk3x39r","post_id":"13qkmc5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"But I would also say having the home theater set may create better experience.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"151ute7","post_id":"151ute7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"With a sound bar it’s generally a huge improvement over TV speakers.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jsb00w0","post_id":"151ute7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"for a no frills setup they are okay.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jsao1nk","post_id":"151ute7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"what 'real' pair of speakers do you recommend?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kf6njda","post_id":"151ute7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Majority soundbar IR code? I'm trying to connect a Majority brand soundbar to my FireTV remote, and ","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"nfg66f","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Worked on my majority soundbar Thank You!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kw21t17","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Still Working as of March 27, 2024. Thank you!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kwtkbuh","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The 5169 code worked on my Majority soundbar using advanced settings! Thank you!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lmsmcze","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thank you! The code worked for me too! ","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lpd2qoy","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"5169 totally worked for me so THANK YOU","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j898f7s","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Just tried 5169 to connect with Fire TV Insignia and it worked.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kbptf9r","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Same by me, thank you ^^","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kimjdcp","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Does your Mute button work on the Fire TV remote? I cant seem to get that to work. Volume works fine","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"l3fokwf","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I have govo gosurround 925 and I tried ir code 5169 but it didn't work any other ir other ir code su","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m0j29me","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Just use the Amazon basics in your set up menu 5169 IR code would not work for me but the Amazon bas","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mf29wnp","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thank you for the IR code 🥰","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kjt3v00","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I know having to use 2 remotes may be the price I pay for getting an unknown Chinese knockoff soundbar brand but the reviews were good, the price was right and it actually sounds pretty good.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"zj5b30","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Contrary to posts.. These obscure brands do not use secret IR Codes.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jm51587","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thanks all! I had the same issue and the meidong code worked for my Saiyin soundbar!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kexv33h","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"So yes you have to use Meidong as your manufacturer choice.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"l535jlo","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I know this is an old post, but just wanted to confirm that Meidong worked perfectly for my SaiYin soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m5jb0u0","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Confirmed meidong worked on my FireTV 4k stick.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kxli17e","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"this should work with any SaiYin Bluetooth speakers and soundbars.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kxlikph","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thanks! Worked for my SaiYin DS6441 with my FireTV Stick remote.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mbxq7mw","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thank you we selected meidong to get the firetv stick remote to pair with Saiyin sound bar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"md0uegm","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Worked! Right on!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lemb43v","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Worked for me - thanks.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m0whq9a","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the volume is really low.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"k5q32f","post_id":"k5q32f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Low volume is a complaint I’m seeing on Amazon reviews for this bar as well.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gegfngz","post_id":"k5q32f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Oh, right. It is plugged into the TV via HDMI ARC (and using PCM instead of passthrough) and I use ","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gegmdln","post_id":"k5q32f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"if you pause playback or have to switch audio sources forth and back, it takes around 10 seconds to ramp up the volume.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"geh0mqm","post_id":"k5q32f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I would really like to use my new soundbar with my tv but can't get it to work.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"100foas","post_id":"100foas","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"They said something is wrong with the CEC control.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j2nz08o","post_id":"100foas","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Please let me know if it does, perhaps I am in the same boat.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j2o3nag","post_id":"100foas","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Maybe a faulty HDMI cable?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j2hhnd8","post_id":"100foas","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Seems like you hear a lot of people saying this same thing with a few Samsung and LG model sound bars.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j2i4vlo","post_id":"100foas","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"As soon as I switch to Netflix or Prime, the purple light starts blinking and I get no sound.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"150b2md","post_id":"150b2md","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"If its already in auto, try PCM stereo (2.0).","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"js409fv","post_id":"150b2md","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Helped me too! Thank you so much.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mhf3x6e","post_id":"150b2md","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Omg I’ve been struggling with this forever thank you!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ku3eq4i","post_id":"150b2md","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I'm guessing the answer may be no, but is there any chance that I can teach the controller the IR code for the soundbar just so I can have 1 controller out rather than 2?","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"g4zo1n","post_id":"g4zo1n","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"If i recall, you can search for your sound bar on the same page that lists the sound bars.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"fo0j918","post_id":"g4zo1n","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Just try the same with your soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"fo0y14b","post_id":"g4zo1n","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"i just searched and it found the correct code on the Internet, pretty spiffy.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"fo1l1eo","post_id":"g4zo1n","fieldType":"interesting"}],"ourRank":12},{"_id":"QbhJxokjPMTS3ucur","amazonInfo":{"url":"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09S328KPV?tag=reviewrada09e-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1","imageURLs":{"large":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21VXV4D-W-L._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41xwdHRVy0L._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31zMyCtuZsL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/318SuD9VjIL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31pDCZUVGIL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41NsW55P7aL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41FjzQk3kdL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21nfXkLfTUL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31IOKhVchhL._SL500_.jpg"],"medium":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21VXV4D-W-L._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41xwdHRVy0L._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31zMyCtuZsL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/318SuD9VjIL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31pDCZUVGIL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41NsW55P7aL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41FjzQk3kdL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21nfXkLfTUL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31IOKhVchhL._SL160_.jpg"],"small":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21VXV4D-W-L._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41xwdHRVy0L._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31zMyCtuZsL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/318SuD9VjIL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31pDCZUVGIL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41NsW55P7aL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41FjzQk3kdL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21nfXkLfTUL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31IOKhVchhL._SL75_.jpg"]},"price":80.69,"currency":"USD"},"slug":"vizio-vseries-20-compact-sound-bar-with-dolby-audio-dtsx-bluetooth-v20xj8","cons":[{"description":"Audio cutting out intermittently","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"15xilll","sourceText":"Vizio 2.0 soundbar On Friday, Aug 18, I purchased the Vizio 2.0 soundbar. I got it hooked up to a brand new TCL TV. \nEverything appeared to be fine, but since then I've noticed that the audio cuts out randomly for a few seconds. The Bluetooth is turned off on the sound bar and we used the connectors provided. \nIs there anyway to remedy this?","quoteExcerpt":"I've noticed that the audio cuts out randomly for a few seconds."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jx6oei2","sourceText":"Does it cut out randomly or only when the volume gets quiet enough? For me, I can hear cicada ambience and things like that when characters are talking, but when they stop, the volume plummets to 0 unless there's other sound effects. Unfortunately I don't have a solution at the time, but I've been looking for one","quoteExcerpt":"the volume plummets to 0 unless there's other sound effects."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jx75q00","sourceText":"Hi there, \n\n\nI suggest seeing if this issue also happens using another device or connection type. When connected by Bluetooth, does this issue happen as well? Please follow the troubleshooting in this link: [https://support.vizio.com/s/article/Sound-Bar-Buzzing-or-Humming?language=en\\_US](https://support.vizio.com/s/article/Sound-Bar-Buzzing-or-Humming?language=en_US) . \n\n\nIf the issue persists, please use the following link to contact us: [https://support.vizio.com/s/contact-us?language=en\\_US](https://support.vizio.com/s/contact-us?language=en_US) .","quoteExcerpt":"Hi there, \n\n\nI suggest seeing if this issue also happens using another device or connection type. "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jx6rlu0","sourceText":"So, my son noticed when playing a video game he can hear loud noises, but things like footsteps and such it cuts out.\nI've missed lines of dialogue in a quiet scene of a TV show I was watching.\nI've been researching and it said \"old or over heating\"... It's brand new!\nI wish I hadn't thrown the box away because I would absolutely take it back","quoteExcerpt":"I've missed lines of dialogue in a quiet scene of a TV show I was watching."}]}],"interesting":[{"description":"General discussion on Vizio soundbar performance, reliability, and product comparisons","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"m5pmjrs","sourceText":"Go to Best buy or someplace else and listen to the Vizio soundbars in person. I'm not an audiophile but love good audio. Vizio definitely sounds better than tv speakers. I have the the Vizio V51 soundbar and I really like it. Their subwoofers are small but can put out a good amount of bass. My friend has the Samsung Q990 and he was shocked how much bass the little Vizio sub puts out.","quoteExcerpt":"Vizio definitely sounds better than tv speakers."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m5q3qah","sourceText":"I ran a Vizio sound bar and subwoofer for several years and never had any issues, It was one of the first systems that they made that had the wired subwoofer and it actually sounded really good, But I ended up giving it away to my sister because the soundbar was a little bit big for my new TV setup","quoteExcerpt":"It actually sounded really good."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m5td7ez","sourceText":"Vizio soundbars are top notch. Pretty much all their models always punch way higher than their weight class. As a Vizio fanboy I’m biased, but you’ll find that pretty much all “pro” reviewers speak highly of them, including RTNGS. \n\nIn regard to your question specifically, I would strongly recommend not going with the 2.0. Yes it will sound better than the TV, but only just. For only a little bit more, there are way better options out there. \n\nIf you absolutely want a compact/ all-in-one soundbar, consider the 2.1 All-In-One SV210D-0806 instead. It also plays Atmos content but the bass response will be MUCH better since it contains a built in subwoofer. Also the side firing ports widen the soundstage significantly (I’ve heard it in person and was very impressed). I’ve seen it on sale for $100, which is only $20 or so more than the 2.0, and $20 is certainly worth it for a significantly better audio experience.","quoteExcerpt":"Vizio soundbars are top notch."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kb5wy4x","sourceText":"I just picked up the h6 budget atmos setup and dig it. It was 350 dollars on sale. Its got some quirks, but it sounds just fine. Too powerful for my apartment honestly.","quoteExcerpt":"It sounds just fine."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kb5xney","sourceText":"Why doesn't Vizio say the power RMS of its soundbar?","quoteExcerpt":"Why doesn't Vizio say the power RMS of its soundbar?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kb679gd","sourceText":"I got the 5.1.2 set up a year or so ago. It's the level right below the elevate series. It's been great for me.","quoteExcerpt":"It's been great for me."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kb695cr","sourceText":"Never owned one, but seems like it works if you want something cheap.","quoteExcerpt":"Never owned one, but seems like it works if you want something cheap."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kb69dy1","sourceText":"They’re ok. A bit glitchy in my personal experience. I have the 5.1.2 Elevate in my bedroom, and it’s solid.","quoteExcerpt":"It’s solid."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kqqobum","sourceText":"Yeah, all of Vizio's soundbar systems are very good for the money. I had the V series a few years ago before I upgraded to the M Series 5.1.2, for $200 it'll do you just fine.","quoteExcerpt":"all of Vizio's soundbar systems are very good for the money."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kqqpv9z","sourceText":"Okay awesome thank you I really don't know anything about them. The M series 5.1 is 100$ more, is that a big upgrade over the V series 5.1, or only going up to the 5.1.2?","quoteExcerpt":"Okay awesome thank you I really don't know anything about them. The M series 5.1 is 100$ more, is th"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kqqxmrh","sourceText":"I don't know what the differences are between the V and M series 5.1 soundbars, but I know the 5.1.2 Atmos soundbars are only available on the M series and the top of the line Elevate series. if the M series 5.1 is only $100 more than the V series, then you might as well get the M series 5.1.2, cause it's only like $50 more than the 5.1 version.","quoteExcerpt":"I don't know what the differences are between the V and M series 5.1 soundbars, but I know the 5.1.2"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kqqyyl6","sourceText":"VIZIO M-Series 5.1 Premium Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Bluetooth M51ax-J6\n\nThis is for 300$\n\n\nVIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar with DTS Virtual:X, Bluetooth, HDMI ARC V51x-J6\n\nThis is for 200$\n\nI can't find a M series 5.1.2 for under 500$ which is too far out my price range.","quoteExcerpt":"VIZIO M-Series 5.1 Premium Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Bluetooth M51ax-J6\n\nThis is for 300$\n\n"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kquvb6u","sourceText":"I had a V Series. Worked great until the soundbar died. Lasted 4 years.","quoteExcerpt":"Worked great until the soundbar died."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kqqvicu","sourceText":"You're going to have to put exact model numbers. \n\nI'd highly recommend the M series though since it supports the latest audio codecs like Dolby Atmos. IMO you're just getting a lot more value. Model # M51ax-J6 . This will use HDMI eARC/ARC for audio input, you're getting a larger soundbar with more speakers, and slightly larger rear surrounds. The bigger thing though is supporting Atmos, that's the game changer. It's $287 on Amazon right now. \n\nTbh though, if you're planning to upgrade to something better down the line, you don't need to pay extra for 5.1 instead of 2.1. That extra is just going to go to waste if you're going to replace it. You can save some money and get the M215a-J6 for $170. This also uses eARC/ARC and supports Atmos. \n\nAgain, the biggest thing is supporting Atmos, (assuming you have a TV that also supports Atmos)","quoteExcerpt":"You're going to have to put exact model numbers. \n\nI'd highly recommend the M series though since it"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kqr1l4r","sourceText":"Oh yeah, alright then. So just based on those descriptions, it looks like the M series 5.1 has Dolby Atmos (just can decode it), and actual DTS:X. Whereas the V doesn't decode Atmos and only has virtual DTS;X. It doesn't mean it won't play shows or movies that have Atmos, it just will only play it in regular Dolby audio and only simulates DTS:X.\n\nIf that isn't a big deal to you, I'd personally stick with the V series and save $100","quoteExcerpt":"Oh yeah, alright then. So just based on those descriptions, it looks like the M series 5.1 has Dolby"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"l80gi9p","sourceText":"I have the SE, I was also curious about the difference. I am pretty sure the soundbars and satellite speakers are the exact same, but the only difference is that the SE has a smaller subwoofer. The subwoofer sounds good to me so I saved some money I guess. On the product page, the SE's image shows [this](https://www.vizio.com/content/dam/vizio/us/en/images/product/2023/soundbar/sv510x-0806/gallery/SV510X-0806_Soundbar_Connections-Bay-1.jpg), which leads me to believe that the SV510X and SV510M soundbars are the same SKUs due to the same FCC ID, except packaged with different names and with a different subwoofer.","quoteExcerpt":"I have the SE, I was also curious about the difference. I am pretty sure the soundbars and satellite"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"leb5rdq","sourceText":"Did you ever find out? Im going through this now","quoteExcerpt":"Did you ever find out? Im going through this now"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"llvugiy","sourceText":"Hey! Sorry to comment on your post from 4 months ago now…\n\nAre the small speakers wireless/bluetooth? Are they all Bluetooth? I’m having some trouble finding this online","quoteExcerpt":"Hey! Sorry to comment on your post from 4 months ago now…\n\nAre the small speakers wireless/bluetooth"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kwj8tp2","sourceText":"I have a vizio soundbar that completely stopped working, just a few months after the 1 year mark. I was informed by Vizios support staff that there's nothing they can do, since it's past its 1 year warranty. So, yeah, I would say they are NOT a good brand.","quoteExcerpt":"I have a vizio soundbar that completely stopped working, just a few months after the 1 year mark. I "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hdj7x0d","sourceText":"Vizio’s TVs have only recently been bad because of firmware updates that break things. Vizio’s soundbars are great from what I hear and usually their only issue comes from Vizio pushing out a firmware update to their soundbar which introduces some bugs. The recommendation usually is to just never connect any Vizio device to the internet to prevent firmware updates and everything will work perfectly fine.","quoteExcerpt":"Vizio’s soundbars are great from what I hear."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hdj8ngd","sourceText":"I have 2 Vizio TVs and a Vizio Soundbar. I won’t be buying another Vizio product again. The 1080 TV is fine. The Tv and Soundbar (when workinng are good) but they don’t always work and things could be fine and suddenly the sound or audio drop out. And a restart is needed. \n\nVizio does tend to send updates that cause issues without ever fixing previous issues. So if you do get it I’d try not allowing it to get updates.","quoteExcerpt":"the Tv and Soundbar (when working are good) but they don’t always work."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hdj9u38","sourceText":"I’ve had a few Vizio soundbars and they tend to be pretty good. The Elevate has received great reviews but a lot of forum users report that the mechanism that rotates the atmos speakers is a bit wonky. The M series with the subwoofer and surround though sounds quite good from my experience. For the price don’t expect it to compete with the $1000+ Samsung and Sony systems, but as a budget system it performs quite well.","quoteExcerpt":"as a budget system it performs quite well."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lucs4hp","sourceText":"That's pretty clever. If the idea of owning a karaoke machine was even a little appealing to me, I would strongly consider getting that, assuming that the soundbar is quality and the karaoke machine doesn't increase the price dramatically.","quoteExcerpt":"That's pretty clever. If the idea of owning a karaoke machine was even a little appealing to me, I w"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ludhrzo","sourceText":"I recently saw JBL has a portable speaker that’s a karaoke machine and amp with bass, treble, and mid controls for guitars. I thought that was really cool because it was $300 which is about the price of a portable speaker of that size anyways. Most karaoke machines are pretty big, have awful sound quality, and are single purpose. This was clever because you can still just use it as a nice Bluetooth speaker which connects together with other JBL speakers for outdoor party’s.","quoteExcerpt":"I recently saw JBL has a portable speaker that’s a karaoke machine and amp with bass, treble, and mi"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lud4a4j","sourceText":"Unrelated but as someone who’s not a huge home sound guy, their 5.1 sound bars are a great upgrade to your living room for a very minor price (I’ve gotten them < $150 on sale). It definitely doesn’t beat a full blown surround sound system but it gets the job done for me just having rear speakers.\n\nEdit: whatever brand you do get, just make sure it comes with rear satellites + subwoofer as well.","quoteExcerpt":"Unrelated but as someone who’s not a huge home sound guy, their 5.1 sound bars are a great upgrade t"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ludv355","sourceText":"I had a Vizio soundbar. It was one of the worst purchases of my life.","quoteExcerpt":"It was one of the worst purchases of my life."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lhp5i1u","sourceText":"Any update here? Can't seem to cast to mine anymore either.","quoteExcerpt":"Any update here? Can't seem to cast to mine anymore either."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"llwuno4","sourceText":"I found on mine I can mirror audio cast to my Vizio sound bar through Google home, devices, select sound bar, select cast my audio, cast to mirror device, cast audio, a single app, start casting, select app.\n\nI still can't get it to cast normally to it though.","quoteExcerpt":"I found on mine I can mirror audio cast to my Vizio sound bar through Google home, devices, select s"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"k1zpwd0","sourceText":"I cast video to my Vizio TV. The audio plays from the TV over HDMI eARC to my AVR surround sound receiver. (I could also use the fiber optic out port on the TV instead of the eARC HDMI port.) My assumption is that a soundbar is similar? \n\nThat may be why your phone can't find your soundbar for casting audio. Does your phone give you device options to connect to when casting? \n\nOr are you trying to connect to the Vizio soundbar using Bluetooth audio streaming? I'm not familiar with Vizio soundbars, so don't know if it supports Bluetooth. \n\nAre you using Android or iPhone? Vizio supposedly supports both. Android uses Google Chromecast. iPhone uses Apple Airplay. \n\nTo confuse things even more, my Amazon Fire Max tablet uses Miracast. Vizio doesn't support Miracast, but Roku does.","quoteExcerpt":"I cast video to my Vizio TV. The audio plays from the TV over HDMI eARC to my AVR surround sound re"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gw9cozb","sourceText":"Mine just crapped out yesterday. I purchased a little over 3 months ago.\n\nPrior to the unit completely dying (failing to turn on at all), I was having frequent and random issues with the ARC connection.\n\nDamn good sound system aside from it not powering on and the HDMI ARC connection not working though.....","quoteExcerpt":"Mine just crapped out yesterday. I purchased a little over 3 months ago.\n\nPrior to the unit complete"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h1qaiq9","sourceText":"Yeah, bought mine on Jan. 17 at Costco and mine just died last night. Will not turn on. Did all the troubleshooting but still won't power on. Even though I past the 90 days return period I wonder if Costco will still replace it?","quoteExcerpt":"Yeah, bought mine on Jan. 17 at Costco and mine just died last night. Will not turn on. Did all the "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h1qv7o0","sourceText":"I literally bought mine the same day as you and mine just died on Saturday. I'm also trying to figure out if Costco will replace or refund it even though it's past the 90 days. I just finished chatting with vizio support and they're offering me the same model. However, it'll only be under warranty until 1/17/2022. It was such a great soundbar. I picked up the V line version and it's just not the same.\n\nUpdate: I went thru Costco's self service and requested a replacement. I got an error message but my order history shows the exchange as a new order for $0. I hope this new one won't have the same issue.","quoteExcerpt":"I literally bought mine the same day as you and mine just died on Saturday. I'm also trying to figur"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hv6pr4f","sourceText":"The 90 day return period doesn't apply to sound bars. It's an unlimited period for them! I returned my SB46514 after 9 months because of so many issues.","quoteExcerpt":"The 90 day return period doesn't apply to sound bars. It's an unlimited period for them! I returned "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h1urv9j","sourceText":"I was able to get a replacement through Coscto online since I ordered it originally online there was a option for a refund or replacement. Costco already shipped it out and I should be receiving it by Thursday. If this one dies on me too, I'll ask for a refund.","quoteExcerpt":"I was able to get a replacement through Coscto online since I ordered it originally online there was"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h1uxjw0","sourceText":"Yup, mine should be arriving on Thursday as well. That's my plan also, if this one dies, I want a refund. Fingers crossed these replacements are good.","quoteExcerpt":"Yup, mine should be arriving on Thursday as well. That's my plan also, if this one dies, I want a re"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h2f3h0y","sourceText":"What did they send you as a replacement? Mine died this morning :( \nOrdered via Costco on 1/20/21 (backordered). Received 2/8/21. Died 6/20/21. \nThe sound was great, but seeing all of the people on here with the same issue makes me nervous of how long a replacement will last. Did costco just treat it like a return/replacement? So your essentially restarting the warranty on the new one they send you? Thanks","quoteExcerpt":"What did they send you as a replacement? Mine died this morning :( \nOrdered via Costco on 1/20/21 "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h2g90f5","sourceText":"They sent the exact model to me, M51a-h6 it was delivered Wednesday.They did treat it as a replacement. I assume the warranty will restart with the new one. I guess we'll find out if this one dies and if it does, I'll be asking for a refund instead. But hopefully it doesn't because I really like this soundbar","quoteExcerpt":"They sent the exact model to me, M51a-h6 it was delivered Wednesday.They did treat it as a replaceme"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h2ny1pd","sourceText":"It’s funny reading this thread as mine just crapped out last night. Quite almost the same life span as everyone else on here. Will be talking to Costco today.","quoteExcerpt":"It’s funny reading this thread as mine just crapped out last night. Quite almost the same life span "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h2o0sdy","sourceText":"I was able to exchange mine via [Costco.com](https://Costco.com)'s customer service (not the warehouse). They shipped out immediately and I returned the malfunctioning unit to a nearby UPS in the new box (since I'd discarded the original box).\n\nThe new unit worked beautifully for a day and no longer produces sound via HDMI ARC. That was about 2 weeks ago and I haven't had the mental fortitude to deal with it yet. I don't think I have the stamina to deal with another exchange. I'll very likely return to Costco and buy something else. For that price point, however, it'll be really hard to find a suitable replacement. Maybe I need to pony up the benjamins....","quoteExcerpt":"I was able to exchange mine via [Costco.com](https://Costco.com)'s customer service (not the warehou"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h2qgjls","sourceText":"I hear you. I just returned the dead Vizio today. First Costco I went to noticed I forgot the remote (doh!) so I had to return home and go later. It was a painless return. I went ahead and pulled the trigger on the LG sn7r since it’s on sale for $300 on Costco online. I don’t think I’m comfortable buying Vizio again.","quoteExcerpt":"I hear you. I just returned the dead Vizio today. First Costco I went to noticed I forgot the remote"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gofed3j","sourceText":"I experienced a similar issue but not while the sound bar was playing. It was playing fine until one day and next day I try turning it on and it didn’t. Tried all sorts of hardware resetting that vizio support site had but nothing worked just completely dead. Ordered for a replacement. While I was waiting the sound bar started working fine again the next day. The replacement came and I switched out the system. It was also playing fine and boom the same issue happened on the 2nd set as well. It has gone dead and won’t turn on. Now I am wondering whether this system has some recurring issue or not.","quoteExcerpt":"I experienced a similar issue but not while the sound bar was playing. It was playing fine until one"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gqmf5x2","sourceText":"Mine just died today. I'm getting it replaced with SB36512-F6 under warranty. Seems slightly better?\n\nEdit - no, the model that they want to replace it with is worse.","quoteExcerpt":"Mine just died today. I'm getting it replaced with SB36512-F6 under warranty. Seems slightly bette"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gsq6xx6","sourceText":"Hello, wanted to add some more supporting evidence - I am also experiencing this issue. We got the M51A-H6 on January 17, hooked up to Samsung Q6DT via HDMI ARC a week later. Experienced no issues except for some rear speaker \"crackling\" which magically fixed itself after a few weeks. That is, until today, March 29 - the soundbar just will not turn on. Tried many troubleshooting methods - power off/on, unplug/plug in, plug into wall instead of surge protector (my surge protector is rated for 4200 joules/1625W and powers the TV, soundbar, and XBOX-X so I do not believe that is the issue) to no avail.\n\nWe are within the 90 day return period from Costco, and opted to exchange for a replacement through Costco. Of course, this thread has me less than optimistic about a successful replacement.\n\nThis is truly a bummer because there are few things I enjoy less than listening to my boyfriend grunt and sigh as he fiddles with electronics while providing incremental reports, \"IT'S NOT WORKING!\" \"IT'S STILL NOT WORKING!\" And now I foresee much of that in my future.","quoteExcerpt":"Hello, wanted to add some more supporting evidence - I am also experiencing this issue. We got the M"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h2nysvp","sourceText":"This is almost hilarious. It’s like finding a support community for people who bought the same sound bar and had it die within 1 to 4 months. Mine died last night. Considering how it’s happening a lot I’m thinking about moving on from the Vizio.","quoteExcerpt":"It’s like finding a support community for people who bought the same sound bar and had it die within 1 to 4 months."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Capacitor and power supply failure issues in Vizio soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"81k5bf","sourceText":"Fixing Vizio Soundbar - Possible Power Supply Failure. Hi there. My Vizio S4251w-B4 soundbar just plain died today and they don't do repairs out of warrant or sell parts. So I cracked it open. Nothing looks damaged or smells burnt. I tested the power cable and the power supply as best I could. Basically, with the main board plugged in and the power supply connected to the wall I tested the 24v and 5v output with a voltmeter and got nothing. There is no hard on/off switch, only a standby one. So I'm not sure if I would even get a result. Here's some pictures of the power supply board. Any idea what I should be looking for/testing?\n\nhttps://imgur.com/a/zvDkk","quoteExcerpt":"Basically, with the main board plugged in and the power supply connected to the wall I tested the 24v and 5v output with a voltmeter and got nothing."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"dv3lg8w","sourceText":"I would start by replacing the capacitor labeled c21.","quoteExcerpt":"I would start by replacing the capacitor labeled c21."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"dv3ra1n","sourceText":"Thank you, it is bulging.","quoteExcerpt":"Thank you, it is bulging."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"dv8kgsi","sourceText":"Just wanted to add this in for future Vizio customers whose soundbar has suddenly gone dead. It was indeed the c21 capacitor. Replaced it just now and everything is working great again.","quoteExcerpt":"It was indeed the c21 capacitor. Replaced it just now and everything is working great again."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Frequent reliability issues and workarounds (audio/video loss, smart plug use) in Vizio soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"vr6jt4","sourceText":"So many Vizio sound bar issues! I have two SB36512-F6 and one SB46514-F6. All three are HORRIBLE. We primarily use an AppleTV on all three, plugged into HDMI IN for Dolby Atmos support, HDMI OUT to the TVs (two Vizio and one Samsung).\n\nThe sound bars constantly has issues sending video to the TVs. Issues with no sound. I have to cut power multiple times a day. It’s so frequent, I have them on smart plugs so I can easily restart them. \n\nHow does anyone use these? They are SO frustrating. They are all connected to the internet via Ethernet. Latest firmware. I’ve factory reset many times. What can the issue be?","quoteExcerpt":"They are all connected to the internet via Ethernet. Latest firmware."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ieu5oc5","sourceText":"Get a smart plug.\n\nNvm lol. I see so many of these posts that I just posted the standard reply without reading through your entire post.\n\nYes this is normal. No you are not alone. No this is not your fault. Ditching the Vizio is the only fix","quoteExcerpt":"Ditching the Vizio is the only fix."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ieuggfc","sourceText":"So…I have 36512 model. I also have an M series Vizio TV. When my things work it is great. I have had MANY issues in the 2 years I have had them. Blackouts, cutting image/audio. Random restarting. HDMI for TV doesn’t seem to always work and auto switches to SmartCast. Constant fiddling/new HDMI cables, restarting. \n\nThe straw that broke the camels back was a night when we lost sound. Then the next day it automatically would increase to full/Max volume. Called Vizio. Called Costco. No help. \n\nThe end “fix” is using Optical Cable. I lose Atmos (did I ever really have it with a Soundbar??) but the audio from Apple TV+ shows is spectacular. And for the most part everything functions and I have sound and video. \n\n*occasionally I have a blackout and this time it is even using the Cable TV HDMI.","quoteExcerpt":"The straw that broke the camels back was a night when we lost sound."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ieuxiba","sourceText":"You can actually get lossy atmos via regular arc with the Apple TV. I use the direct connection for my 4k Blu-ray player for true hd atmos. \n\nI do occasionally have to unplug and plug back in to get sound but eh not the end of the world.\n\nI think Apple TV’s tend to not handshake super well with Vizios for whatever reason. I don’t typically have issues with SmartCast or the Blu-ray player. \n\nMaybe @viziosupport could work with apple to get things working more smoothly","quoteExcerpt":"I do occasionally have to unplug and plug back in to get sound but eh not the end of the world."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"iewa944","sourceText":"They've gotten firmware updates as recently as 2 months ago:\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/r/VIZIO\\_Official/comments/ujxvzw/firmware\\_140021\\_for\\_sb36512f6\\_incoming/\n\nThe firmware updates just don't seem to fix anything, or make things even worse. It sucks because I love the sound and functionality, it's just the HDMI negotiation is just unreliable. It's equally unreliable with CEC/ARC even not using HDMI-IN with my LG C9 (which has no problems controlling my old Yamaha AVR the same way).","quoteExcerpt":"It sucks because I love the sound and functionality, it's just the HDMI negotiation is just unreliable."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Recommendations for non‐Vizio soundbars for use with Vizio TVs","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"yv98ir","sourceText":"Recommendations for Non-Vizio Sounds Bars for Vizio TV? So I don’t really know much about sound bars or how to tell which ones are good so I’d really appreciate any recommendations you can give or any tips on what I should look for. \n\nI’m looking for one that’s max 150$ and is compatible with a Vizio TV. Preferably one that’s not a Vizio brand if possible.","quoteExcerpt":"I’d really appreciate any recommendations you can give or any tips on what I should look for."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"iwdcmhp","sourceText":"If your budget can get closer to the $200 mark you could probably snag a half decent Samsung soundbar.","quoteExcerpt":"you could probably snag a half decent Samsung soundbar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"iwdvg6b","sourceText":"Thank you for the tip and the link! I’ll check it out :)","quoteExcerpt":"Thank you for the tip and the link!"}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Connectivity and audio format limitations (ARC, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X) in Vizio soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"ppf8kd","sourceText":"Dolby Atmos & dtsx from a Vizio soundbar and tv combo. I am thinking of getting a Vizio soundbar upgraded from the Vizio 5.1 I have now. The model I'm looking into buying is SB36514-G6 to pair and work with my m series m558-G1 TV. If I plug the soundbar into HDMI 1 which is arc and all my devices to the TVs HDMI ports will u get Atmos and or DTSX or do I have to use the one HDMI port on the Vizio soundbar and be limited to one HDMI and one device at a time? Lastly someone on Amazon answers said I could use a HDMI switch hooked to the soundbars HDMI but idk if I want to go that route. Help!","quoteExcerpt":"If I plug the soundbar into HDMI 1 which is arc and all my devices to the TVs HDMI ports will u get Atmos and or DTSX or do I have to use the one HDMI port on the Vizio soundbar and be limited to one HDMI and one device at a time?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hd382vp","sourceText":"First of all I would give a hard pass on Vizio soundbars. I have a SB36512-F6 it has so many issues especially with arc. Dolby Atmos and trueHD can really only be achieved via the HDMI input on the soundbar. I would recommend anything but Vizio.","quoteExcerpt":"I would recommend anything but Vizio."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hd3b1k7","sourceText":"So basically the only way I could get anything except goby 5.1 surround sound is through plugging my devices to the sound bar?","quoteExcerpt":"So basically the only way I could get anything except goby 5.1 surround sound is through plugging my devices to the sound bar?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hd3cxy6","sourceText":"So maybe someone else can chime in. You might get dtsx. I'm trying to remember as I set up my Nvidia shield through the soundbar input because I was not able to get trueHD.\n\nThey may have upgraded the firmware to get Atmos but I'm not sure if the m-series can passthrough Atmos from the tv. My PX75-G1 was not able to passthrough trueHD for sure. \n\nI would just recommend against Vizio soundbars because the issues with them dying, not able to function without unplugging them. I have a Wi-Fi switch connected to the power cable for my soundbar just to do a quick reset when things aren't working. That's how bad it's become for me.","quoteExcerpt":"I would just recommend against Vizio soundbars because the issues with them dying, not able to function without unplugging them."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hd3e4ar","sourceText":"I have this soundbar. Arc and cec don't work. Forget dtsx you won't get sound at all 4 out of 5 times.","quoteExcerpt":"Forget dtsx you won't get sound at all 4 out of 5 times."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hd3xppu","sourceText":"I have an elevate and through the TV and sound bar earc port you can get both dts x and atmos. I'm also using an nvidia shield. My only problem is that my television is an LG bx and it doesn't support dts so anytime I play the audio the sound bar will play it but the TV says audio not supported. Quite the annoyance so I turned the dts tracks off.","quoteExcerpt":"Quite the annoyance so I turned the dts tracks off."}],"themeType":1}],"pros":[{"description":"Multiple sound mode options available","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"jxhfao1","sourceText":"I have the same Vizio Sound bar, all you need to do is to choose what type of sound you want to hear coming out of the sound bar. There's a total of three sound choices, VRT:X, TVOL & Eq (equalizer) VRT:X will give you true surround sound, TVOL is tv voice volume & Eq is equalizer. And for Bass just press it and use right arrow for higher Bass and right is to lower the Bass it goes as same as treble, just click on right arrow one time for +1 click again for +2 and so on it goes to +5 & -5 and I think TVOL is the one that makes it cut off and there you go I hope this helps 🤗","quoteExcerpt":"all you need to do is to choose what type of sound you want to hear coming out of the sound bar."}]}],"cleanTitle":"VIZIO V-Series 2.0 Compact Sound Bar with Dolby Audio, DTS:X","compareAttributes":[{"attribute":"Sound Quality","fitDescription":"Delivers dynamic, full-range sound with customizable modes, yet some users report intermittent dropouts that disrupt the experience.","rank":12,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Connectivity","fitDescription":"Features versatile connections including HDMI ARC and Bluetooth, although occasional issues like volume plummeting hint at minor reliability concerns.","rank":12,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Design & Build","fitDescription":"Its compact, stylish design and textured black finish are ideal for small spaces, blending functionality with modern aesthetics.","rank":12,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Ease of Use","fitDescription":"Simple setup and clear controls make it user-friendly, ensuring hassle-free integration into your home system.","rank":12,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Feature Set","fitDescription":"Packed with advanced audio technologies like DTS Virtual:X and Dolby Audio, it promises high performance, even if occasional glitches mar the experience.","rank":12,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Compatibility","fitDescription":"Works well with a variety of devices, making it a versatile choice for smart TVs, gaming consoles, and more, despite some reported performance hiccups.","rank":12,"rankTotal":20}],"useCases":[{"attribute":"Home Theater Experience","fitDescription":"Transforms your living room with immersive surround sound, though sporadic audio dropouts may slightly detract from the full theater experience.","rank":12,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"TV Sound Enhancement","fitDescription":"Enhances dialogue clarity and overall audio output for everyday TV viewing, albeit with occasional issues during quieter scenes.","rank":12,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Music Streaming","fitDescription":"Bluetooth connectivity allows smooth wireless streaming, making it an attractive option for casual music listening even if it sometimes stumbles.","rank":12,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Gaming & Conferences","fitDescription":"Offers immersive and clear sound crucial for gaming and interactive sessions, though inconsistent audio performance has been noted by some users.","rank":12,"rankTotal":20}],"commentScore":1.4,"overallScore":3.5,"sentimentScore":2.5,"technicalScore":4.5,"sum":72,"aggregatedQuotes":[{"text":"all you need to do is to choose what type of sound you want to hear coming out of the sound bar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jxhfao1","post_id":"15xilll","fieldType":"pro"},{"text":"I've noticed that the audio cuts out randomly for a few seconds.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"15xilll","post_id":"15xilll","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"the volume plummets to 0 unless there's other sound effects.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jx6oei2","post_id":"15xilll","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"Hi there, \n\n\nI suggest seeing if this issue also happens using another device or connection type. ","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jx75q00","post_id":"15xilll","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"I've missed lines of dialogue in a quiet scene of a TV show I was watching.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jx6rlu0","post_id":"15xilll","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"Vizio definitely sounds better than tv speakers.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m5pmjrs","post_id":"1hv1ewk","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It actually sounded really good.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m5q3qah","post_id":"1hv1ewk","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Vizio soundbars are top notch.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m5td7ez","post_id":"1hv1ewk","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It sounds just fine.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kb5wy4x","post_id":"1864op7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Why doesn't Vizio say the power RMS of its soundbar?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kb5xney","post_id":"1864op7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It's been great for me.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kb679gd","post_id":"1864op7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Never owned one, but seems like it works if you want something cheap.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kb695cr","post_id":"1864op7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It’s solid.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kb69dy1","post_id":"1864op7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"all of Vizio's soundbar systems are very good for the money.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kqqobum","post_id":"1asiyf6","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Okay awesome thank you I really don't know anything about them. The M series 5.1 is 100$ more, is th","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kqqpv9z","post_id":"1asiyf6","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I don't know what the differences are between the V and M series 5.1 soundbars, but I know the 5.1.2","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kqqxmrh","post_id":"1asiyf6","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"VIZIO M-Series 5.1 Premium Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Bluetooth M51ax-J6\n\nThis is for 300$\n\n","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kqqyyl6","post_id":"1asiyf6","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Worked great until the soundbar died.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kquvb6u","post_id":"1asiyf6","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"You're going to have to put exact model numbers. \n\nI'd highly recommend the M series though since it","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kqqvicu","post_id":"1asiyf6","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Oh yeah, alright then. So just based on those descriptions, it looks like the M series 5.1 has Dolby","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kqr1l4r","post_id":"1asiyf6","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I have the SE, I was also curious about the difference. I am pretty sure the soundbars and satellite","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"l80gi9p","post_id":"1d7koox","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Did you ever find out? Im going through this now","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"leb5rdq","post_id":"1d7koox","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Hey! Sorry to comment on your post from 4 months ago now…\n\nAre the small speakers wireless/bluetooth","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"llvugiy","post_id":"1d7koox","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I have a vizio soundbar that completely stopped working, just a few months after the 1 year mark. I ","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kwj8tp2","post_id":"prjvmd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Vizio’s soundbars are great from what I hear.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hdj7x0d","post_id":"prjvmd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the Tv and Soundbar (when working are good) but they don’t always work.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hdj8ngd","post_id":"prjvmd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"as a budget system it performs quite well.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hdj9u38","post_id":"prjvmd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"That's pretty clever. If the idea of owning a karaoke machine was even a little appealing to me, I w","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lucs4hp","post_id":"1geuksk","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I recently saw JBL has a portable speaker that’s a karaoke machine and amp with bass, treble, and mi","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ludhrzo","post_id":"1geuksk","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Unrelated but as someone who’s not a huge home sound guy, their 5.1 sound bars are a great upgrade t","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lud4a4j","post_id":"1geuksk","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It was one of the worst purchases of my life.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ludv355","post_id":"1geuksk","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Any update here? Can't seem to cast to mine anymore either.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lhp5i1u","post_id":"16q93ly","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I found on mine I can mirror audio cast to my Vizio sound bar through Google home, devices, select s","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"llwuno4","post_id":"16q93ly","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I cast video to my Vizio TV. The audio plays from the TV over HDMI eARC to my AVR surround sound re","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"k1zpwd0","post_id":"16q93ly","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Mine just crapped out yesterday. I purchased a little over 3 months ago.\n\nPrior to the unit complete","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gw9cozb","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Yeah, bought mine on Jan. 17 at Costco and mine just died last night. Will not turn on. Did all the ","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h1qaiq9","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I literally bought mine the same day as you and mine just died on Saturday. I'm also trying to figur","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h1qv7o0","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The 90 day return period doesn't apply to sound bars. It's an unlimited period for them! I returned ","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hv6pr4f","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I was able to get a replacement through Coscto online since I ordered it originally online there was","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h1urv9j","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Yup, mine should be arriving on Thursday as well. That's my plan also, if this one dies, I want a re","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h1uxjw0","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"What did they send you as a replacement? Mine died this morning :( \nOrdered via Costco on 1/20/21 ","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h2f3h0y","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"They sent the exact model to me, M51a-h6 it was delivered Wednesday.They did treat it as a replaceme","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h2g90f5","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It’s funny reading this thread as mine just crapped out last night. Quite almost the same life span ","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h2ny1pd","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I was able to exchange mine via [Costco.com](https://Costco.com)'s customer service (not the warehou","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h2o0sdy","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I hear you. I just returned the dead Vizio today. First Costco I went to noticed I forgot the remote","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h2qgjls","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I experienced a similar issue but not while the sound bar was playing. It was playing fine until one","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gofed3j","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Mine just died today. I'm getting it replaced with SB36512-F6 under warranty. Seems slightly bette","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gqmf5x2","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Hello, wanted to add some more supporting evidence - I am also experiencing this issue. We got the M","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gsq6xx6","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It’s like finding a support community for people who bought the same sound bar and had it die within 1 to 4 months.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h2nysvp","post_id":"lq3uln","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Basically, with the main board plugged in and the power supply connected to the wall I tested the 24v and 5v output with a voltmeter and got nothing.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"81k5bf","post_id":"81k5bf","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I would start by replacing the capacitor labeled c21.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"dv3lg8w","post_id":"81k5bf","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thank you, it is bulging.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"dv3ra1n","post_id":"81k5bf","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It was indeed the c21 capacitor. Replaced it just now and everything is working great again.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"dv8kgsi","post_id":"81k5bf","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"They are all connected to the internet via Ethernet. Latest firmware.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"vr6jt4","post_id":"vr6jt4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Ditching the Vizio is the only fix.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ieu5oc5","post_id":"vr6jt4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The straw that broke the camels back was a night when we lost sound.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ieuggfc","post_id":"vr6jt4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I do occasionally have to unplug and plug back in to get sound but eh not the end of the world.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ieuxiba","post_id":"vr6jt4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It sucks because I love the sound and functionality, it's just the HDMI negotiation is just unreliable.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"iewa944","post_id":"vr6jt4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I’d really appreciate any recommendations you can give or any tips on what I should look for.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"yv98ir","post_id":"yv98ir","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"you could probably snag a half decent Samsung soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"iwdcmhp","post_id":"yv98ir","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thank you for the tip and the link!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"iwdvg6b","post_id":"yv98ir","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"If I plug the soundbar into HDMI 1 which is arc and all my devices to the TVs HDMI ports will u get Atmos and or DTSX or do I have to use the one HDMI port on the Vizio soundbar and be limited to one HDMI and one device at a time?","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"ppf8kd","post_id":"ppf8kd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I would recommend anything but Vizio.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hd382vp","post_id":"ppf8kd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"So basically the only way I could get anything except goby 5.1 surround sound is through plugging my devices to the sound bar?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hd3b1k7","post_id":"ppf8kd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I would just recommend against Vizio soundbars because the issues with them dying, not able to function without unplugging them.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hd3cxy6","post_id":"ppf8kd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Forget dtsx you won't get sound at all 4 out of 5 times.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hd3e4ar","post_id":"ppf8kd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Quite the annoyance so I turned the dts tracks off.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hd3xppu","post_id":"ppf8kd","fieldType":"interesting"}],"ourRank":13},{"_id":"REXs5q5j2b5HHST2r","amazonInfo":{"url":"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D3PJM8D8?tag=reviewrada09e-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1","imageURLs":{"large":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41rMxLCql3L._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51oIKDSW6-L._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51gA4OhP9XL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51iojgwhgtL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51M95QMhoQL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51VB48hwDFL._SL500_.jpg"],"medium":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41rMxLCql3L._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51oIKDSW6-L._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51gA4OhP9XL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51iojgwhgtL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51M95QMhoQL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51VB48hwDFL._SL160_.jpg"],"small":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41rMxLCql3L._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51oIKDSW6-L._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51gA4OhP9XL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51iojgwhgtL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51M95QMhoQL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51VB48hwDFL._SL75_.jpg"]},"price":33.99,"currency":"USD"},"slug":"riowois-sound-bar-for-smart-tv-soundbar-tv-speakers-with-customized-bass-reflector-compact","cons":[],"interesting":[{"description":"Practical benefits and ease of use of soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw5dp0","sourceText":"The people that constantly hate on soundbars are just like the truck guys who hate anything that doesn’t have a gigantic V8. Yes, if I want to tow a million pounds, it is better, but I don’t. And I certainly don’t want to pay the price to do so. Soundbars can be fantastic. Will they ever beat a multi-thousand dollar 13 speaker atmos system? No. But, they are great for the 95% of us.","quoteExcerpt":"Soundbars can be fantastic. Will they ever beat a multi-thousand dollar 13 speaker atmos system? No."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw9xr0","sourceText":"The worst soundbar is usually still better than the best TV speaker.","quoteExcerpt":"The worst soundbar is usually still better than the best TV speaker."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jixcdt4","sourceText":"Because some people are very snob and hate the changes, but I really love my Q990B, I can enjoy my movies and music in a very high level than never before, the atmos effects are very good, even in my video games like Destiny, GOW and many others 👌🏻\nIt’s more easy to set up and you avoid the cables issues and I don’t have any issues with my speakers, I bought my in November 22","quoteExcerpt":"I really love my Q990B, I can enjoy my movies and music in a very high level than never before."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gyn1tez","sourceText":"Yeah, I worked selling home theater setups for a while. There's people who want performance, and people who want much better speakers than their TV can get them, they don't want another remote, don't want another big box crowding out their space, and above all, want something absolutely, truly, 100%, wireless. Soundbar was as close as you can get to that solution, and that's I'd say 80-90% of people I ever talked to.","quoteExcerpt":"Soundbar was as close as you can get to that solution, and that's I'd say 80-90% of people I ever talked to."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Soundbar value and investment concerns","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"komw19d","sourceText":"I gotta agree with you. It's a dumb comparison for sure. Sound bars are a terrible value. Even modest ones are overpriced.","quoteExcerpt":"Sound bars are a terrible value. Even modest ones are overpriced."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gymnfwv","sourceText":"I had a $35 soundbar for my bedroom TV for a few years and they’d been great. Soundbars have their places. But “high end” soundbars are absolute scams! If you’re paying that much, just get an AVR and real speakers!","quoteExcerpt":"But “high end” soundbars are absolute scams!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gymazq2","sourceText":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money. It is the general consensus of r/hometheater not to recommend these things and instead simply steer a user toward a 2.0 or 2.1 system made of quality, *Audio-Centric* name brand components which are easy to assemble and cheap enough for low budget or space conscious buyers. Most can be expanded to 5.1 if you buy the correct items in the correct order. For further explanation please read [Why You Shouldn't Buy a Soundbar](https://www.reddit.com/r/HTBuyingGuides/comments/dy885l/why_you_shouldnt_buy_a_soundbar/) Please be aware /r/Soundbars exists as well as you will be met with opposition to posting about soundbars here.\n\n*I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/hometheater) if you have any questions or concerns.*","quoteExcerpt":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"livpboy","sourceText":"Please do not waste your money buying overpriced crap from Bose, and please don't waste your money buying that soundbar, or any soundbar for that matter, unless you are just fully not wanting to get an AVR and deal with speakers and wires. \n\nYou talk about not wanting to break the bank, and then mention wanting to buy something like an overpriced Bose soundbar. Makes no sense.","quoteExcerpt":"Please do not waste your money buying overpriced crap from Bose, and please don't waste your money buying that soundbar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"liv2dl4","sourceText":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money. It is the general consensus of r/hometheater not to recommend these things and instead simply steer a user toward a 2.0 or 2.1 system made of quality, *Audio-Centric* name brand components which are easy to assemble and cheap enough for low budget or space conscious buyers. Most can be expanded to 5.1 if you buy the correct items in the correct order. For further explanation please read [Why You Shouldn't Buy a Soundbar](https://www.reddit.com/r/HTBuyingGuides/comments/dy885l/why_you_shouldnt_buy_a_soundbar/) Please be aware /r/Soundbars exists as well as you will be met with opposition to posting about soundbars here.\n\n*I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/hometheater) if you have any questions or concerns.*","quoteExcerpt":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gynqnmo","sourceText":"Look, working at Best Buy I sell a ton of sound bars. I agree, they are terrible value in comparison to the same value in proper speakers, but let me tell you that most people don't care. As much as we want them to, they don't. All they want is better audio than their TV gives them, which almost any sound bar will do, and they're happy. They also don't want a receiver, speakers, wires, etc.\n\nI have all that, but I'm just saying that there seems to be people on this Reddit that seemingly think sound bars have no place and shouldn't even be produced, and it's simply not true. For many it's a suitable, viable way to get far better audio than their TV gives them. And that's fair.","quoteExcerpt":"they are terrible value in comparison to the same value in proper speakers."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Connectivity and compatibility limitations with certain TVs","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0sps2","sourceText":"The only Bluetooth speakers you can use with the Roku tv are the Roku wireless speakers. Otherwise, you must use av or optical.","quoteExcerpt":"The only Bluetooth speakers you can use with the Roku tv are the Roku wireless speakers."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex2ococ","sourceText":"And those aren't Bluetooth, they're WiFi Direct.","quoteExcerpt":"And those aren't Bluetooth, they're WiFi Direct."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0ukyd","sourceText":"As far as I know, the only speakers that will connect to a Roku TV wirelessly are the official Roku speakers. Either use an optical connection, or replace the soundbar with another cheap one that at least has an HDMI ARC port. For what it's worth, I use a Samsung soundbar with my TCL TV via HDMI ARC and it works flawlessly, but it wasn't cheap.","quoteExcerpt":"Either use an optical connection, or replace the soundbar with another cheap one that at least has an HDMI ARC port."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex27w6u","sourceText":"Be aware that the AV connectors on the TV are *inputs*, not outputs, so they can't be used for external audio systems. You can get audio out via optical, HDMI ARC, headphone jack, or the Roku wireless speakers.","quoteExcerpt":"Be aware that the AV connectors on the TV are *inputs*, not outputs, so they can't be used for external audio systems."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex5hldi","sourceText":"In case anyone wants to know I bought the Sony 2.0 channel soundbar and it works great with the HDMI ARC input with no sound delay whatsoever.","quoteExcerpt":"I bought the Sony 2.0 channel soundbar and it works great with the HDMI ARC input with no sound delay whatsoever."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Audio performance trade-offs between soundbars and bookshelf speakers","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"jsa7oov","sourceText":"It depends on what you're using it for. Watching TV or movies? That center channel is very very important and the soundbar wins out. Listening to music formatted in stereo? The separation provided by bookshelf speakers wins out.","quoteExcerpt":"That center channel is very very important and the soundbar wins out."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jsbf79n","sourceText":"The importance of a centre channel is overstated in my opinion. It's beneficial adding one only if it's the weak point of your system, but when it comes to extremely budget setups like this, prioritizing a centre channel isn't focusing on what really matters. For example I wouldn't be too keen on using a 2 1/8\" driver as a centre channel speaker, which is what OP's sound bar comes with. A dedicated centre channel is only useful if the speaker is actually half-decent. I'd much rather use a pair of equivalent priced Edifier or Fluance powered bookshelf speakers with 4-5\" drivers and not have a centre, the overall sound even for TV and movies will likely be much better.","quoteExcerpt":"A dedicated centre channel is only useful if the speaker is actually half-decent."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jsa859w","sourceText":"I’d say that most decent bookshelf speakers, driven by a decent amp, will sound better than most sound bars, particularly when they have the help of a subwoofer. What the sound bar gives you is ease of use, and taking up the smallest possible amount of space. Pretty much everything else will be better with a well matched bookshelf setup.","quoteExcerpt":"What the sound bar gives you is ease of use, and taking up the smallest possible amount of space."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"General soundbar purchase and review discussion","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"14x2kmk","sourceText":"First-ever soundbar purchase for a Vizio TV Hi all!\n\nAs it's Prime Day, I couldn't help but notice the great deals on sound bars and figured that I should get one now as it's always been in the back of my mind for some time now and also because I am moving, so I thought why not. However, I'm not sure which one to get, as I currently have a [VIZIO D-Series 40\" TV, or a D40F-G9](https://www.vizio.com/en/tv/d-series/D40f-G9) with ARC, but I'm not entirely sure which sound bar to get.\n\nAs I am a college student, I'm limited to some cheaper options and I think that I've come up with a somewhat decent list given the price range I am looking for:\n\n- [VIZIO M-Series 2.1 Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos and DTS (M215a-J6, $125.99)](https://www.amazon.com/VIZIO-Theater-Sound-Dolby-Atmos®/dp/B09MJTBCH6/ref=lp_117131850011_1_1?sbo=Tc8eqSFhUl4VwMzbE4fw%2Fw%3D%3D)\n\n- [Yamaha ATS-2090 Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer (ATS-2090BL-R, $139.99)](https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-Audio-ATS-2090-Subwoofer-Bluetooth/dp/B08Z39PXZC?pf_rd_r=CC10847BRJY5TC1E2XXJ&pf_rd_t=Events&pf_rd_i=primeday&pf_rd_p=0f855fc7-6931-4ecb-8fd6-0f3434773050&pf_rd_s=slot-6&ref=dlx_prime_gd_dcl_tlt_38_3ad6e743_dt_sl6_50&th=1)\n\n- [RIOWOIS Sound Bar with Wireless Bluetooth 5.0 (R-DS6445SaiYin, $63.96)](https://www.amazon.com/Subwoofer-Soundbar-Bluetooth-Connection-Mountable/dp/B08X7H3GMK?pf_rd_r=CC10847BRJY5TC1E2XXJ&pf_rd_t=Events&pf_rd_i=primeday&pf_rd_p=0f855fc7-6931-4ecb-8fd6-0f3434773050&pf_rd_s=slot-6&ref=dlx_prime_gd_dcl_tlt_41_2dfb228d_dt_sl6_50#customerReviews)\n\n- [LG Sound Bar and Wireless Subwoofer S40Q (S40Q, $126.99)](https://www.amazon.com/LG-Sound-Wireless-Subwoofer-S40Q/dp/B0BCH8VX8Z?ref_=Oct_DLandingS_D_8c514f39_1)\n\n- [Sony HTX8500 2.1ch Dolby Atmos/DTS:X Soundbar with Built-in subwoofer (HTX8500, $198)](https://www.amazon.com/Sony-HT-X8500-2-1ch-Dolby-Built/dp/B07SVBFCJM/ref=sr_1_20?crid=TPN3LUGRGZYU&keywords=sound%2Bbars&psr=PDAY&qid=1689105726&s=prime-day&sprefix=sound%2Bbars%2Cprime-day%2C116&sr=1-20&th=1)\n\nI also might get a new TV in the not-too-far future as well, so I don't know whether it's even worth getting a sound bar in the first place or not, given that some sound bars depend on the TV and everything, but I figured I should ask you guys for some help anyway just in case :)","quoteExcerpt":"As I am a college student, I'm limited to some cheaper options and I think that I've come up with a somewhat decent list given the price range I am looking for."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jrkzx0l","sourceText":"This is a Fakespot Reviews Analysis bot. Fakespot detects fake reviews, fake products and unreliable sellers using AI.\n\nHere is the analysis for the Amazon product reviews:\n\n>**Name**: VIZIO M-Series 2.1 Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, Wireless Subwoofer, M215a-J6 \n\n>**Company**: \n\n>**Amazon Product Rating**: 4.4 \n\n>**Fakespot Reviews Grade**: A\n\n>**Adjusted Fakespot Rating**: 4.4\n\n>**Analysis Performed at**: 07-05-2023 \n\n[Link to Fakespot Analysis](https://fakespot.com/product/vizio-m-series-2-1-sound-bar-with-dolby-atmos-and-dts-x-wireless-subwoofer-m215a-j6) | [Check out the Fakespot Chrome Extension!](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/fakespot-analyze-fake-ama/nakplnnackehceedgkgkokbgbmfghain)\n\n*Fakespot analyzes the reviews authenticity and not the product quality using AI. We look for real reviews that mention product issues such as counterfeits, defects, and bad return policies that fake reviews try to hide from consumers.*\n\n*We give an A-F letter for trustworthiness of reviews. A = very trustworthy reviews, F = highly untrustworthy reviews. We also provide seller ratings to warn you if the seller can be trusted or not.*","quoteExcerpt":"Fakespot detects fake reviews, fake products and unreliable sellers using AI."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jrnplp6","sourceText":"Hi, I’m Vetted AI Bot! I researched the **'VIZIO M Series 2 1 Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos and DTS X'** you mentioned in your comment along with its brand, **Vizio**, and I thought you might find the following analysis helpful.\n\n**Users liked:**\n* Produces clear, high quality sound (backed by 4 comments)\n* Provides powerful bass (backed by 3 comments)\n* Simple to set up and connect (backed by 4 comments)\n\n**Users disliked:**\n* Sound quality issues (backed by 3 comments)\n* Connectivity problems (backed by 2 comments)\n* Missing components (backed by 1 comment)\n\nAccording to Reddit, **Vizio** is considered a reputable brand. \nIts most popular types of products are:\n* Soundbars (#2 of 43 brands on Reddit)\n* TVs (#5 of 15 brands on Reddit)\n\n\nIf you'd like to **summon me to ask about a product**, just make a post with its Amazon link and tag me, [like in this example.](https://www.reddit.com/r/tablets/comments/1444zdn/comment/joqd89c/) \n\nThis message was generated by a (very smart) bot. If you found it helpful, let us know with an upvote and a “good bot!” reply and please feel free to provide feedback on how it can be improved.","quoteExcerpt":"Produces clear, high quality sound."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Static noise issues occurring in soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"16uuihc","sourceText":"Has anyone had loud static noises coming out of their sound bar before? I'm not sure what's going on but my sound bar sometimes goes crazy and starts making extremely loud static noises. One time it happened when my TV was off and it scared the shit out of me. It subsided for a while but last night it kept happening when I tried watching a specific movie or a specific trailer on Amazon video.\n\nI have one of these: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/ insignia-2-0-channel-soundbar-with-digital-amplifier-black/5809303.p?\nskuld=5809303&ref=17&loc=11&CampaignID=1032\n052&SubscriberID=199068863","quoteExcerpt":"One time it happened when my TV was off and it scared the shit out of me."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"la5plom","sourceText":"So this just happened to mine, and like other comment, I think it just depends on what you’re watching. Apparently, my soundbar hates hulu lol","quoteExcerpt":"Apparently, my soundbar hates hulu lol."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lvcha6f","sourceText":"I know this thread is old but I had this problem today and setting the output to PCM in the audio settings solved it.","quoteExcerpt":"setting the output to PCM in the audio settings solved it."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mcxk47g","sourceText":"Mine sounds like when you take the top off of a shook up bottle of coke when you I'm tightened the cap. I have the onn surround sound speaker set!! That's wild as heck! What is it","quoteExcerpt":"Mine sounds like when you take the top off of a shook up bottle of coke."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mdsz0vc","sourceText":"alguien lo soluciono? me pasa amenudo ahora","quoteExcerpt":"alguien lo soluciono? me pasa amenudo ahora."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Optical cable connection and setup tips","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"136x6gx","sourceText":"Digital optical cable for sound bar - question I got a digital optical cable for my sound bar. I noticed that the cable ends each have a “D” shape (first image), and this seems to fit in my tv (second image). However, the soundboard optical port does not have this shape, and the cable doesn’t fit in it (third image). My Google efforts have failed me, so I appreciate any advice a lot!\n\nSound bar: VIZIO 2.0 Home Theatre Sound Bar \nTV: Toshiba 50LF711U20","quoteExcerpt":"Digital optical cable for sound bar - question I got a digital optical cable for my sound bar. I not"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jirba2o","sourceText":"Take the rubber caps off of the cable for starters lol.","quoteExcerpt":"Take the rubber caps off of the cable for starters lol."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jirlx4s","sourceText":"Yeah I knew that…..\n\n\n\nI did not know that. Thank you","quoteExcerpt":"Yeah I knew that…..\n\n\n\nI did not know that. Thank you"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jirfief","sourceText":"https://www.the-home-cinema-guide.com/how-to-connect-optical-cable.html\n\nTo me it looks like the sound bar hole can accept the cable in any orientation.\n\nI was looking for something that describes it for sure. All of mine in my house have the cute D door.","quoteExcerpt":"https://www.the-home-cinema-guide.com/how-to-connect-optical-cable.html\n\nTo me it looks like the sou"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jirnjj8","sourceText":"As others have said, you need to remove the rubber caps; however, you should not be using optical. Your TV and your soundbar support ARC, which would be a better connection. It is capable of better quality, but in the case of a soundbar, the bigger aspect is the convenience. With ARC, your soundbar will automatically turn on/off with your TV, the TV remote will control the soundbar's volume, and it's just an all-around smoother experience. One of your TV's HDMI inputs will be labeled something like \"HDMI/ARC.\" That is the HDMI port you need to use to connect your soundbar. On most newer TV's, ARC is enabled by default, but you may need to go to your TV's settings to enable HDMI CEC/ARC.","quoteExcerpt":"Your TV and your soundbar support ARC, which would be a better connection."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Trade-offs between soundbar convenience and multi-component systems","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"1gyz3b0","sourceText":"What's the crossover point (in money) where a single point sound bar is better than a separate 5.1 system of dubious quality and low cost? A couple of recent vids on the concept of the same price being better spent on second hand separates, the answer is obvious.\n\nBut how much more must you spend before the sound bar would be the audiophile/movie enjoyer's choice? Can the best soundbar compete with $100 spent on Marketplace?","quoteExcerpt":"What's the crossover point (in money) where a single point sound bar is better than a separate 5.1 system of dubious quality and low cost?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lysebq0","sourceText":"There isn't. Things don't get proportionately better as cost increases. You tend to spend exponentially more for the last few percentage increases. So if separate components win at low cost, their dominance should only increase at higher price points, to say nothing of the sheer availability. \n\nSound bars are an aesthetic format that tries to overcome geometric limitations. Speakers never wanted to be that shape.","quoteExcerpt":"You tend to spend exponentially more for the last few percentage increases."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lysgd3c","sourceText":"Possibly a poorly worded OP. \n\nStarting at $500 each, soundbar vs Seps. have a shootout\n\nThen half one budget and double the other. $1000 soundbar, $250 separates.\n\nThen $2000 Soundbar, $125 Separates\n\nDoes a $4000 Soundbar provide a better listening experience than whatever you can get for $75? Even if that means forgoing 5.1 and reducing to 2.1?\n\nHow cheap must the separates be, before the soundbar is better?","quoteExcerpt":"Does a $4000 Soundbar provide a better listening experience than whatever you can get for $75?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lysehi2","sourceText":"Well there’s a lot that goes into it. Firstly, location is huge. If you live in an extremely rural area and don’t have a metropolitan area within a couple hundred miles or so, your options for buying used locally are extremely limited, and you’d be best off with eBay, but then you’re factoring in shipping costs which for speakers and receiver is going to be expensive. \n\nAs far as “high quality” soundbars, I don’t think that’s really a thing. You’re effectively using a large single center channel speaker, which compared to any decent fidelity surround or even 2.1 system is going to have pretty bad sound staging. Paying more for a sound bar might get you slightly better audio quality but the immersion just will not be there. \n\n\n5.1 surround sound systems use to be extremely prevalent but didn’t really stay as popular as they were 20-30 years ago, and decent speakers (as long as they weren’t abused) don’t really degrade, so there’s a lot of good options to cobble together something far better than a comparable price soundbar, and waaaaay cheaper than an equivalent modern system. \n\n\nIt’s all about how valuable your time is to you being spent trying to find things to put together to make a working audio setup. You could go to Best Buy and get a home audio setup in a box for like a grand, or you can probably get something close to that for probably 1/4 the price if you look around and find deals/know what to look for and where to look.","quoteExcerpt":"As far as “high quality” soundbars, I don’t think that’s really a thing."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lysr7ht","sourceText":"Sound bars are all about the convenience factor, and aesthetics to a degree.\n\nSure, a 5.1 system or even tower stereo speakers are gonna sound better than a sound bar; but those likely require more work to set up and can be more intrusive in one's living room.\n\nThe convenience of getting a 2.1 sound bar with HDMI ARC and a wireless sub is very appealing to a lot of people, and i get it. For most living rooms it sounds good enough, and can be added to the media center with minimal effort.","quoteExcerpt":"Sound bars are all about the convenience factor, and aesthetics to a degree."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lyur50q","sourceText":"Honestly, the older I get the less I care. I prefer a soundbar to a full surround system. I don't need 3d sound for watching a 2d video source. Frankly, I find it annoying.","quoteExcerpt":"Honestly, the older I get the less I care. I prefer a soundbar to a full surround system."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"IR code compatibility and remote control integration tips for soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"nfg66f","sourceText":"Majority soundbar IR code? I'm trying to connect a Majority brand soundbar to my FireTV remote, and amazon doesn't have their manufacturer IR codes in their system. Anyone had success getting Majority to work with a universal remote?","quoteExcerpt":"Majority soundbar IR code? I'm trying to connect a Majority brand soundbar to my FireTV remote, and "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kw21t17","sourceText":"Worked on my majority soundbar Thank You!","quoteExcerpt":"Worked on my majority soundbar Thank You!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kwtkbuh","sourceText":"Still Working as of March 27, 2024. Thank you!","quoteExcerpt":"Still Working as of March 27, 2024. Thank you!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lmsmcze","sourceText":"The 5169 code worked on my Majority soundbar using advanced settings! Thank you!","quoteExcerpt":"The 5169 code worked on my Majority soundbar using advanced settings! Thank you!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lpd2qoy","sourceText":"Thank you! The code worked for me too! ","quoteExcerpt":"Thank you! The code worked for me too! "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j898f7s","sourceText":"I have a majority bowfell soundbar and found this thread... 5169 totally worked for me so THANK YOU","quoteExcerpt":"5169 totally worked for me so THANK YOU"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kbptf9r","sourceText":"Just tried 5169 to connect with Fire TV Insignia and it worked. Thanks","quoteExcerpt":"Just tried 5169 to connect with Fire TV Insignia and it worked."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kimjdcp","sourceText":"Same by me, thank you ^^","quoteExcerpt":"Same by me, thank you ^^"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"l3fokwf","sourceText":"Does your Mute button work on the Fire TV remote? I cant seem to get that to work. Volume works fine. Any advice?","quoteExcerpt":"Does your Mute button work on the Fire TV remote? I cant seem to get that to work. Volume works fine"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m0j29me","sourceText":"I have govo gosurround 925 and I tried ir code 5169 but it didn't work any other ir other ir code suggestions for the soundbar will be helpful.","quoteExcerpt":"I have govo gosurround 925 and I tried ir code 5169 but it didn't work any other ir other ir code su"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mf29wnp","sourceText":"Just use the Amazon basics in your set up menu 5169 IR code would not work for me but the Amazon basics set up tab work just fine","quoteExcerpt":"Just use the Amazon basics in your set up menu 5169 IR code would not work for me but the Amazon bas"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kjt3v00","sourceText":"Thank you for the IR code 🥰","quoteExcerpt":"Thank you for the IR code 🥰"}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Universal remote pairing methods using Meidong code for Chinese soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"zj5b30","sourceText":"Saiyin Soundbar Universal Remote Code I know this is a long shot but I have a Saiyin 2.1 soundbar. The model is DS6841S. I would love to pair it with my universal remote. It's just a generic 4 device GE brand universal remote I use with my TV. The remote does not have a learning function soni need to find the 4 digit code. Does anyone here have experience pairing Saiyin Soundbar with universal remotes or generic Chinese soundbars in general? Thanks in advance for any information or assistance.\n\nI know having to use 2 remotes may be the price I pay for getting an unknown Chinese knockoff soundbar brand but the reviews were good, the price was right and it actually sounds pretty good.","quoteExcerpt":"I know having to use 2 remotes may be the price I pay for getting an unknown Chinese knockoff soundbar brand but the reviews were good, the price was right and it actually sounds pretty good."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jm51587","sourceText":"I am on the hunt for this myself..Ironically my biggest pup got ahold of the bars remote AND the ir learning remote I had set up to control it. I Contrary to posts.. These obscure brands do not use secret IR Codes... I go throught it with android tv boxes.. Many of the off brands use the same code. I will post when I come across something.","quoteExcerpt":"Contrary to posts.. These obscure brands do not use secret IR Codes... Many of the off brands use the same code."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kexv33h","sourceText":"Thanks all! I had the same issue and the meidong code worked for my Saiyin soundbar!","quoteExcerpt":"Thanks all! I had the same issue and the meidong code worked for my Saiyin soundbar!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"l535jlo","sourceText":"For anyone who comes across this and the near future, I found out another or similar method. So yes you have to use Meidong as your manufacturer choice. From my Saiyin model I had to do the following to connect it to Bluetooth (it was the only way it was working for me). \n\n1. Attempt to add the equipment.\n2. Choose Meidong as the brand\n3. Go through the set up steps to wear and asked you to try and turn the sound bar off with your remote\n4. Your sound bar be blinking and in pairing mode, from there, you can back out quickly and go to Bluetooth pairing on your fire stick and then the sound bar should be there.","quoteExcerpt":"So yes you have to use Meidong as your manufacturer choice."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m5jb0u0","sourceText":"I know this is an old post, but just wanted to confirm that Meidong worked perfectly for my SaiYin soundbar. Be careful though because there is another brand that is similar to “meidong” on the brand list - I chose the incorrect one first and couldn’t connect. When I realized my mistake everything worked great!","quoteExcerpt":"I know this is an old post, but just wanted to confirm that Meidong worked perfectly for my SaiYin soundbar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kxli17e","sourceText":"Confirmed meidong worked on my FireTV 4k stick, and meidong is an option: equipment control >> manage equipment >> add equipment >> choose meidong >> follow instructions to pair remote","quoteExcerpt":"Confirmed meidong worked on my FireTV 4k stick."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kxlikph","sourceText":"Also, this should work with any SaiYin Bluetooth speakers and soundbars","quoteExcerpt":"Also, this should work with any SaiYin Bluetooth speakers and soundbars."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mbxq7mw","sourceText":"Thanks! Worked for my SaiYin DS6441 with my FireTV Stick remote.","quoteExcerpt":"Thanks! Worked for my SaiYin DS6441 with my FireTV Stick remote."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"md0uegm","sourceText":"Thank you we selected meidong to get the firetv stick remote to pair with Saiyin sound bar","quoteExcerpt":"Thank you we selected meidong to get the firetv stick remote to pair with Saiyin sound bar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lemb43v","sourceText":"Worked! Right on!","quoteExcerpt":"Worked! Right on!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m0whq9a","sourceText":"Worked for me - thanks.","quoteExcerpt":"Worked for me - thanks."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Budget soundbar recommendations and user experiences","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"1h3lsil","sourceText":"Looking for a soundbar I’m looking to buy a soundbar that won’t break the bank but isn’t a total piece of crap, I have an onn tv (idk what year or anything). I don’t have the best hearing, I usually use subtitles and it’s harder to hear if I’m washing clothes or when the ac/heat cuts on, I live in a one bedroom apartment rn so our washer/dryer is right next to my bedroom. If anyone has any suggestions please lmk. S/N looking for something that can be mounted as space is limited.","quoteExcerpt":"I’m looking to buy a soundbar that won’t break the bank but isn’t a total piece of crap."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lzu07zt","sourceText":"I've used the Samsung HW-S60D for a few months now and for a small, standalone soundbar (no subwoofer or rear speakers), it's very good. It offers a noticeable upgrade in dialogue clarity and bass output over my TV speakers. I bought it on sale for $200 and I've never seen it go lower than that. Maybe you could find the previous version of the soundbar, the HW-S60**B**, for an even cheaper price. Especially if you're willing to shop second-hand. It's essentially identical in both design and sound quality, just missing a few non-crucial features like Google Assistant. Both come included with mounting hardware and are offered in black (HW-S60) or white (HW-S6**1**).\n\nI've heard great things about the Roku Streambar but I don't have any personal experience with it. It looks like it usually retails for under $150 but doesn't include mounting hardware so factor that into the cost. Sound quality-wise, it's *probably* not as good as the Samsung but I can't say for sure. \n\nI've also seen the Yamaha Audio SR-C20A recommended as a budget option under that $150 price point, but I don't know anything about it. \n\nI'd be highly skeptical of the long-term reliability of anything under $100 so be prepared to at least spend that much for something of decent quality","quoteExcerpt":"for a small, standalone soundbar (no subwoofer or rear speakers), it's very good."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lzz43ha","sourceText":"Idk about being skeptical about anything under $100 honestly, I’ve read some really bad reviews on some soundbars that Samsung etc soundbars that were over $200, but I will look into the ones you suggested, tysm","quoteExcerpt":"I’ve read some really bad reviews on some soundbars that Samsung etc soundbars that were over $200."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m0i7ulg","sourceText":"I have the Onn Blast 5.1.2 of 1000W and to be honest is great for $200","quoteExcerpt":"to be honest is great for $200."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Fire Stick soundbar connection and remote pairing issues","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"17qlgo2","sourceText":"How to connect Fire Stick with Soundbar? I can get it to work, but the remote doesn't control the volume or on/off.\n\nI have the Firestick plugged into the HDMI 1 on the TV, and an HDMI cable running from the HDMI / ARC on the TV to the Soundbar.\n\nIs this the proper way to wire it up? I mean I could plug the Fire Stick into the HDMI in on the Sound bar, it still works but its not using the HDMI / ARC and I still can't get volume or on/off to work on the Fire Stick remote.\n\nHelp?","quoteExcerpt":"I can get it to work, but the remote doesn't control the volume or on/off."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"k8cteql","sourceText":"Did you pair the remote with the soundbar, too, under Controllers & Bluetooth Devices?","quoteExcerpt":"Did you pair the remote with the soundbar, too, under Controllers & Bluetooth Devices?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"k8d0skj","sourceText":"I didnt, maybe that is the trick!\n\nCan you tell me if I am supposed to connect it to the HDMI on the TV or the HDMI on the soundbar?","quoteExcerpt":"I didnt, maybe that is the trick!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"k8nd1bq","sourceText":"cant you connect sound bar to tv with an optical audio cable?","quoteExcerpt":"cant you connect sound bar to tv with an optical audio cable?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"k8ctghx","sourceText":"Did you add the sound bar in the firestick settings? Under manage devices I believe.","quoteExcerpt":"Did you add the sound bar in the firestick settings?"}],"themeType":4}],"pros":[],"cleanTitle":"RIOWOIS Sound Bar for Smart TV","compareAttributes":[{"attribute":"Sound Quality","fitDescription":"Delivers clear audio with enhanced dialogue that stands out, though some room acoustics may affect bass depth.","rank":16,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Connectivity","fitDescription":"Offers versatile options including HDMI ARC/eARC, Optical, AUX, and Bluetooth, ensuring broad device integration.","rank":16,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Design & Build","fitDescription":"Its ultra-compact, wall-mountable design makes it ideal for confined spaces without obstructing essential sensors.","rank":16,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Ease of Use","fitDescription":"Features a hassle-free setup with clear instructions and remote control compatibility, appealing to both tech enthusiasts and novices.","rank":16,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Feature Set","fitDescription":"Incorporates DSP processing with three sound modes that tailor the audio experience, though it remains a straightforward solution.","rank":16,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Compatibility","fitDescription":"Works well across smart TVs, PCs, and projectors but relies on supplementary remotes for some devices.","rank":16,"rankTotal":20}],"useCases":[{"attribute":"Home Theater Experience","fitDescription":"Transforms your living room into a mini theater with immersive, surround sound audio, making movie nights more engaging.","rank":16,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"TV Sound Enhancement","fitDescription":"Boosts dialogue clarity and overall sound quality, perfect for everyday TV viewing and keeping up with the news.","rank":16,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Music Streaming","fitDescription":"Supports Bluetooth connectivity, letting you stream music directly from your device for a wireless audio boost.","rank":16,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Gaming & Conferences","fitDescription":"Delivers clear and immersive sound ideal for gaming sessions and video conferences, ensuring every detail is heard.","rank":16,"rankTotal":20}],"commentScore":5,"overallScore":3.5,"sentimentScore":5,"technicalScore":2.5,"sum":96,"aggregatedQuotes":[{"text":"Soundbars can be fantastic. Will they ever beat a multi-thousand dollar 13 speaker atmos system? No.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw5dp0","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The worst soundbar is usually still better than the best TV speaker.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw9xr0","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I really love my Q990B, I can enjoy my movies and music in a very high level than never before.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jixcdt4","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Soundbar was as close as you can get to that solution, and that's I'd say 80-90% of people I ever talked to.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gyn1tez","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sound bars are a terrible value. Even modest ones are overpriced.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"komw19d","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"But “high end” soundbars are absolute scams!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gymnfwv","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gymazq2","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Please do not waste your money buying overpriced crap from Bose, and please don't waste your money buying that soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"livpboy","post_id":"1ew08w4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"liv2dl4","post_id":"1ew08w4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"they are terrible value in comparison to the same value in proper speakers.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gynqnmo","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The only Bluetooth speakers you can use with the Roku tv are the Roku wireless speakers.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0sps2","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"And those aren't Bluetooth, they're WiFi Direct.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex2ococ","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Either use an optical connection, or replace the soundbar with another cheap one that at least has an HDMI ARC port.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0ukyd","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Be aware that the AV connectors on the TV are *inputs*, not outputs, so they can't be used for external audio systems.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex27w6u","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I bought the Sony 2.0 channel soundbar and it works great with the HDMI ARC input with no sound delay whatsoever.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex5hldi","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"That center channel is very very important and the soundbar wins out.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jsa7oov","post_id":"151qg5y","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"A dedicated centre channel is only useful if the speaker is actually half-decent.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jsbf79n","post_id":"151qg5y","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"What the sound bar gives you is ease of use, and taking up the smallest possible amount of space.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jsa859w","post_id":"151qg5y","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"As I am a college student, I'm limited to some cheaper options and I think that I've come up with a somewhat decent list given the price range I am looking for.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"14x2kmk","post_id":"14x2kmk","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Fakespot detects fake reviews, fake products and unreliable sellers using AI.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jrkzx0l","post_id":"14x2kmk","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Produces clear, high quality sound.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jrnplp6","post_id":"14x2kmk","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"One time it happened when my TV was off and it scared the shit out of me.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"16uuihc","post_id":"16uuihc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Apparently, my soundbar hates hulu lol.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"la5plom","post_id":"16uuihc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"setting the output to PCM in the audio settings solved it.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lvcha6f","post_id":"16uuihc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Mine sounds like when you take the top off of a shook up bottle of coke.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mcxk47g","post_id":"16uuihc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"alguien lo soluciono? me pasa amenudo ahora.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mdsz0vc","post_id":"16uuihc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Digital optical cable for sound bar - question I got a digital optical cable for my sound bar. I not","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"136x6gx","post_id":"136x6gx","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Take the rubber caps off of the cable for starters lol.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jirba2o","post_id":"136x6gx","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Yeah I knew that…..\n\n\n\nI did not know that. Thank you","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jirlx4s","post_id":"136x6gx","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"https://www.the-home-cinema-guide.com/how-to-connect-optical-cable.html\n\nTo me it looks like the sou","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jirfief","post_id":"136x6gx","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Your TV and your soundbar support ARC, which would be a better connection.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jirnjj8","post_id":"136x6gx","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"What's the crossover point (in money) where a single point sound bar is better than a separate 5.1 system of dubious quality and low cost?","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"1gyz3b0","post_id":"1gyz3b0","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"You tend to spend exponentially more for the last few percentage increases.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lysebq0","post_id":"1gyz3b0","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Does a $4000 Soundbar provide a better listening experience than whatever you can get for $75?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lysgd3c","post_id":"1gyz3b0","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"As far as “high quality” soundbars, I don’t think that’s really a thing.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lysehi2","post_id":"1gyz3b0","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sound bars are all about the convenience factor, and aesthetics to a degree.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lysr7ht","post_id":"1gyz3b0","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Honestly, the older I get the less I care. I prefer a soundbar to a full surround system.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lyur50q","post_id":"1gyz3b0","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Majority soundbar IR code? I'm trying to connect a Majority brand soundbar to my FireTV remote, and ","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"nfg66f","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Worked on my majority soundbar Thank You!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kw21t17","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Still Working as of March 27, 2024. Thank you!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kwtkbuh","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The 5169 code worked on my Majority soundbar using advanced settings! Thank you!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lmsmcze","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thank you! The code worked for me too! ","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lpd2qoy","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"5169 totally worked for me so THANK YOU","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j898f7s","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Just tried 5169 to connect with Fire TV Insignia and it worked.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kbptf9r","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Same by me, thank you ^^","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kimjdcp","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Does your Mute button work on the Fire TV remote? I cant seem to get that to work. Volume works fine","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"l3fokwf","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I have govo gosurround 925 and I tried ir code 5169 but it didn't work any other ir other ir code su","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m0j29me","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Just use the Amazon basics in your set up menu 5169 IR code would not work for me but the Amazon bas","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mf29wnp","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thank you for the IR code 🥰","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kjt3v00","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I know having to use 2 remotes may be the price I pay for getting an unknown Chinese knockoff soundbar brand but the reviews were good, the price was right and it actually sounds pretty good.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"zj5b30","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Contrary to posts.. These obscure brands do not use secret IR Codes... Many of the off brands use the same code.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jm51587","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thanks all! I had the same issue and the meidong code worked for my Saiyin soundbar!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kexv33h","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"So yes you have to use Meidong as your manufacturer choice.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"l535jlo","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I know this is an old post, but just wanted to confirm that Meidong worked perfectly for my SaiYin soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m5jb0u0","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Confirmed meidong worked on my FireTV 4k stick.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kxli17e","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Also, this should work with any SaiYin Bluetooth speakers and soundbars.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kxlikph","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thanks! Worked for my SaiYin DS6441 with my FireTV Stick remote.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mbxq7mw","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thank you we selected meidong to get the firetv stick remote to pair with Saiyin sound bar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"md0uegm","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Worked! Right on!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lemb43v","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Worked for me - thanks.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m0whq9a","post_id":"zj5b30","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I’m looking to buy a soundbar that won’t break the bank but isn’t a total piece of crap.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"1h3lsil","post_id":"1h3lsil","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"for a small, standalone soundbar (no subwoofer or rear speakers), it's very good.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lzu07zt","post_id":"1h3lsil","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I’ve read some really bad reviews on some soundbars that Samsung etc soundbars that were over $200.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lzz43ha","post_id":"1h3lsil","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"to be honest is great for $200.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m0i7ulg","post_id":"1h3lsil","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I can get it to work, but the remote doesn't control the volume or on/off.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"17qlgo2","post_id":"17qlgo2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Did you pair the remote with the soundbar, too, under Controllers & Bluetooth Devices?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"k8cteql","post_id":"17qlgo2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I didnt, maybe that is the trick!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"k8d0skj","post_id":"17qlgo2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"cant you connect sound bar to tv with an optical audio cable?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"k8nd1bq","post_id":"17qlgo2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Did you add the sound bar in the firestick settings?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"k8ctghx","post_id":"17qlgo2","fieldType":"interesting"}],"ourRank":14},{"_id":"WbARyZyrTiHmJY7h3","amazonInfo":{"url":"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPWX4GTM?tag=reviewrada09e-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1","imageURLs":{"large":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/312Qx39-SuL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41QXQ9sTs+L._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41AQT+4SOPL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51orCzAEVgL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41cLCi77E+L._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51QRa6D0F4L._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51vx7Il8vBL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41xZqhfo4YL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41GSaNHEmDL._SL500_.jpg"],"medium":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/312Qx39-SuL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41QXQ9sTs+L._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41AQT+4SOPL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51orCzAEVgL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41cLCi77E+L._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51QRa6D0F4L._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51vx7Il8vBL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41xZqhfo4YL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41GSaNHEmDL._SL160_.jpg"],"small":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/312Qx39-SuL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41QXQ9sTs+L._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41AQT+4SOPL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51orCzAEVgL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41cLCi77E+L._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51QRa6D0F4L._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51vx7Il8vBL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41xZqhfo4YL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41GSaNHEmDL._SL75_.jpg"]},"price":99.99,"currency":"USD"},"slug":"assistrust-sound-bar-for-smart-tv-90w-soundbar-with-bluetootharcopticalaux-connect-auto-volume-boost","cons":[],"interesting":[{"description":"Even lower-end soundbars outperform built-in TV speakers","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw5dp0","sourceText":"The people that constantly hate on soundbars are just like the truck guys who hate anything that doesn’t have a gigantic V8. Yes, if I want to tow a million pounds, it is better, but I don’t. And I certainly don’t want to pay the price to do so. Soundbars can be fantastic. Will they ever beat a multi-thousand dollar 13 speaker atmos system? No. But, they are great for the 95% of us.","quoteExcerpt":"Soundbars can be fantastic. Will they ever beat a multi-thousand dollar 13 speaker atmos system? No."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jji18eu","sourceText":">Yes, if I want to tow a million pounds, it is better, but I don’t. And I certainly don’t want to pay the price to do so. Soundbars can be fantastic. Will they ever beat a multi-thousand dollar 13 speaker atmos system\n\nDumb comparison. Also, most people with AVRs aren't using multi thousand speaker systems either. I have a 5.1.2 system for \\~£1k","quoteExcerpt":">Yes, if I want to tow a million pounds, it is better, but I don’t. And I certainly don’t want to pa"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw9xr0","sourceText":"The worst soundbar is usually still better than the best TV speaker.","quoteExcerpt":"The worst soundbar is usually still better than the best TV speaker."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"High-end soundbars are overpriced and not cost effective","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"nfmm1z","sourceText":"Soundbars really do suck. Demoed a couple Atmos Soundbars. Wanted to give them a fair shot because I'm looking for a simple setup for my bedroom. Long story short they are awful and deserve the hate thrown at them.\n\nTiny cheap driver's crammed into tiny slim Soundbars with ridiculously cheap subwoofers crossed over really high in order to compensate for the poor design. It just doesn't work.\n\nWhat they charge for these things is appalling. I tested LG's flagship bar, JBLs and Definitive Technology. These are all supposed to represent the best of their lineup and not one of them sounded good. The subwoofers were also extremely cheap. All of them sounded tinny and boomy.\n\nI think people believe that we are being elitist when we trash on soundbars but at the end of the day we're just doing people a favor. I didn't understand all of the hate before but now I do.\n\nThe fact that many of these Soundbars get such great ratings from review sites just affirms the fact that none of these reviewers can be trusted.","quoteExcerpt":"What they charge for these things is appalling."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"komw19d","sourceText":"I gotta agree with you. It's a dumb comparison for sure. Sound bars are a terrible value. Even modest ones are overpriced.","quoteExcerpt":"Sound bars are a terrible value."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gymnfwv","sourceText":"I had a $35 soundbar for my bedroom TV for a few years and they’d been great. Soundbars have their places. But “high end” soundbars are absolute scams! If you’re paying that much, just get an AVR and real speakers!","quoteExcerpt":"But “high end” soundbars are absolute scams!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gymazq2","sourceText":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money. It is the general consensus of r/hometheater not to recommend these things and instead simply steer a user toward a 2.0 or 2.1 system made of quality, *Audio-Centric* name brand components which are easy to assemble and cheap enough for low budget or space conscious buyers. Most can be expanded to 5.1 if you buy the correct items in the correct order. For further explanation please read [Why You Shouldn't Buy a Soundbar](https://www.reddit.com/r/HTBuyingGuides/comments/dy885l/why_you_shouldnt_buy_a_soundbar/) Please be aware /r/Soundbars exists as well as you will be met with opposition to posting about soundbars here.\n\n*I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/hometheater) if you have any questions or concerns.*","quoteExcerpt":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB systems are not a good investment of your time and money."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Some models deliver immersive atmos effects and easy setup","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"jixcdt4","sourceText":"Because some people are very snob and hate the changes, but I really love my Q990B, I can enjoy my movies and music in a very high level than never before, the atmos effects are very good, even in my video games like Destiny, GOW and many others 👌🏻\nIt’s more easy to set up and you avoid the cables issues and I don’t have any issues with my speakers, I bought my in November 22","quoteExcerpt":"I can enjoy my movies and music in a very high level than never before, the atmos effects are very good."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Bluetooth connectivity issues on TCL Roku TVs","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0sps2","sourceText":"The only Bluetooth speakers you can use with the Roku tv are the Roku wireless speakers. Otherwise, you must use av or optical.","quoteExcerpt":"The only Bluetooth speakers you can use with the Roku tv are the Roku wireless speakers."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex2ococ","sourceText":"And those aren't Bluetooth, they're WiFi Direct.","quoteExcerpt":"And those aren't Bluetooth, they're WiFi Direct."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"HDMI ARC ensures seamless connectivity with TCL Roku TVs","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0ukyd","sourceText":"As far as I know, the only speakers that will connect to a Roku TV wirelessly are the official Roku speakers. Either use an optical connection, or replace the soundbar with another cheap one that at least has an HDMI ARC port. For what it's worth, I use a Samsung soundbar with my TCL TV via HDMI ARC and it works flawlessly, but it wasn't cheap.","quoteExcerpt":"Either use an optical connection, or replace the soundbar with another cheap one that at least has an HDMI ARC port."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex5hldi","sourceText":"In case anyone wants to know I bought the Sony 2.0 channel soundbar and it works great with the HDMI ARC input with no sound delay whatsoever.","quoteExcerpt":"it works great with the HDMI ARC input with no sound delay whatsoever."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Audio system tinkering enhances sound quality","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"lcw0mmg","sourceText":"Well, which ones produce the best Audio? You can't come in here and say your friend knows the answer to life, the universe and everything without telling us.","quoteExcerpt":"You can't come in here and say your friend knows the answer to life, the universe and everything without telling us."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lcwziay","sourceText":"Are you me? This sounds like me wrote it.\n\nHeh. Starting with something more affordable, upgrading components as you go, until you match your speakers to your amp or vice-versa, and it starts to sound... 'just right'.","quoteExcerpt":"it starts to sound... 'just right'."}],"themeType":2},{"description":"Soundbars simplify car audio setups","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"dyhutou","sourceText":"Awesome! \n\nI bought my in-laws a sound bar with “3D virtual surround” which is surprisingly good and only requires one cable as opposed to the 7.1 system I’ve got at home which takes some hundred feet of speaker wire and a bit of jury rigging to hide every time we move. \n\nFor the most part, I’m not watching action movies in my car, so I’m sure a sound bar can more than handle my Spotify playlists. ","quoteExcerpt":"I’m sure a sound bar can more than handle my Spotify playlists."}],"themeType":2},{"description":"Soundbar design may limit future car audio upgrades","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"dyi0by1","sourceText":"I'm kind of worried about this. This would most likely mean that upgrading your sound system would be much, much harder, if not impossible. If you want a better sound system, you would have to go for a car that's several thousand dollars more expensive.\n\n The beauty of current sound systems (At least... ones that haven't integrated the infotainment into every fucking aspect of the car) is that you can upgrade it easily. Oh, you want a basic economy car but a killer sound system? As long as you have a few hundred to buy the components (And a bit more money if you're paying someone else to do it), it's completely possible since it's easy to swap out and add components since they're not proprietary.\n\nThese sound bars, however, are most likely going to be proprietary. And upgrading your sound system will either involve a buttfuckton more complicated install or speaker manufacturers having to make custom-fit speakers for different car models, instead of the normal 6.5\" or a couple of other sizes that most cars use today. Have a car that isn't popular? You can still upgrade the sound system because of those common sizes. Most likely won't be the same with sound bars, since if your car isn't common, the speaker producers won't see any reason to produce a speaker for it and you're stuck.","quoteExcerpt":"This would most likely mean that upgrading your sound system would be much, much harder, if not impossible."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Illusory surround sound from lacking rear speakers","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"aoyi1l","sourceText":"Why you shouldn't buy a soundbar, with actual justification. This post was inspired by this:\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/r/HTBuyingGuides/comments/9kv7sk/why_you_shouldnt_buy_a_soundbar/\n\nNo detail on why not to buy one.\n\nThe first major problem is the positioning of the drivers. If you have an audio source in front of you, it can't sound like it is coming from beside, behind, or above you. You might get some reflection from your room, but this is actually the opposite of what you want. Reflections mean your ears are hearing the same thing multiple times, distorting the audio.\n\n**Soundbars are inherently limited to producing the 3 front channels of audio**, plus the LFE channel if they have an external subwoofer.\n\nDriver size. Sound reproduction is done through vibration, for each frequency you need a certain amount of air displacement. As such, larger drivers are required to produce low frequencies with high volume. Smaller drivers can create these frequencies, but only with enough excursion (movement of the driver). Excursion requires power, even if you artificially flatten the frequency response, the power handling of the driver and your amplification is a hard limit. \n\n**Because soundbars are compact, they can not fit mid-sized drivers such as 6.5, 5.25, or even 4 inch**. Small drivers of 2-3 inches have trouble producing mid-bass, even in a ported aka bass reflex housing. You end up with a frequency response that might be good overall, but has a noticeable dip between the subwoofer and the soundbar itself.\n\nFinally, the electronic portion of the soundbar serves as a replacement for a receiver. While this seems initially convenient, it **limits your future expansion, and support for new formats.**\n\nThere is really only one upside to a soundbar, and that is when you want your setup to consist of plugging in HDMI and power.\n\n--------------\n\n**Recommendations:**\n\nUnderstandably some people need a soundbar. Maybe the space under your TV is limited, or you married someone who does not understand good audio. The solution is small bookshelf speakers, or a speaker bar (passive soundbar). With either solution, you need an amp/receiver, and a subwoofer is highly recommended.\n\n[This receiver](https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/denavrs530bt/denon-avr-s530bt-5.2-ch-x-70-watts-bluetooth-a/v-receiver/1.html) gives you some basic expansion and multiple inputs for $140. If you need to go cheaper, look at the used market.\n\n[This is a speaker bar kit](https://www.parts-express.com/speaker-bar-and-12-subwoofer-bundle--300-638), just drivers, cabinet, and passive crossover. It is paired with a Dayton Sub-1200, to crossover at 120Hz. All the drivers are front facing, and it doesn't try to lie about producing more than 3 channels. $260.\n\nMaybe you need to be a little cheaper than $400, in which case a smaller sub, stereo amp, and pair of small bookshelf speakers is ideal.\n\n[$120 subwoofer]( https://www.parts-express.com/dayton-audio-sub-1000-10-100-watt-powered-subwoofer--300-628)\n\n[$80 bookshelf speakers\n]( https://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-C-Channel-Speaker-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2)\n\n[$70 stereo amp]( https://www.amazon.com/SMSL-50Wx2-TDA7492-Amplifier-Adapter/dp/B00F0H8TOC)\n\nAll you need to do is add $5-10 worth of speaker wire and either of these options will beat all but the most expensive of soundbars.","quoteExcerpt":"Why you shouldn't buy a soundbar, with actual justification. This post was inspired by this:\n\nhttps:"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"eg5r59d","sourceText":"Without rear speakers, sound bars do not create sound behind you, they create the illusion of sound behind you. Usually quite badly.\n\nSoundbars have a purpose- improving the sound from your television when you cannot or will not go full home theater. They are fine for that- even just an OK soundbar is certainly a step up from TV speakers. \n\nBut they do not replace 5.1/7.1 surround effectively nor do they provide any semblance of a theater experience. Because this is r/hometheater, I don't see any reason to pretend they're a passable substitute, nor do I see anything wrong with sending people over to r/soundbars.","quoteExcerpt":"Without rear speakers, sound bars do not create sound behind you, they create the illusion of sound behind you."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hj8wxmm","sourceText":"there aren't any rears though. sound quality and \"psuedo-effects\" are great, but it will never compare to a dedicated surround or rear speaker. i owned the ambeo, and i loved it alot - but the background noise was missing i can't lie. however, sound quality was superb but the enveloping surround sound was missing no matter how loud and stretched out the sound was even in a real small room. everyones needs and wants are different though","quoteExcerpt":"sound quality and 'psuedo-effects' are great, but it will never compare to a dedicated surround or rear speaker."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"High-end soundbars can produce genuine rear sound","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"eg5tj3s","sourceText":"I have a high end Yamaha soundbar in the YSP \"sound projector\" series, and yes, it does create actual sound from behind you.\n\nIs it as good as an actual 5.1 setup? No. But it's pretty damn good, and I have no hesitation saying it's a good semblance of a theater experience. And I am very happy never dealing with a receiver or speaker wires ever again.\n\nTo each his own. ","quoteExcerpt":"it's pretty damn good, and I have no hesitation saying it's a good semblance of a theater experience."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Seamless connectivity and input switching via HDMI CEC and Bluetooth","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"ktv3axt","sourceText":"here's the deal, if all new connect via arc or earc from tv to sound bar (same hdmi connection). enjoy tv. if you want music from your phone connect either bluetooth or wifi to said sound bar and set soundbar to bluetooth or wifi and enjoy","quoteExcerpt":"enjoy tv. if you want music from your phone connect either bluetooth or wifi to said sound bar and set soundbar to bluetooth or wifi and enjoy"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ktw79ih","sourceText":"Thanks Doug. Yes I'll most likely connect the TV via HDMI. \n\nWifi sound bars cost a chunk more than bluetooth units, is the only difference sound quality? if I want to tell Alexa to play music through the soundbar, will that work over both bluetooth and wifi?\n\nOkay, so i'll probably have to switch the soundbar input when I want to change to my phone etc. That's fine. But would I have to re-pair items when I'm switching between phone bluetooth and computer bluetooth?","quoteExcerpt":"Wifi sound bars cost a chunk more than bluetooth units, is the only difference sound quality?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ku8cseb","sourceText":">What I want to avoid is many (or any!) extras steps when I sit down to use the TV, if the soundbar was previously connected to a different Bluetooth input.\n\nHDMI CEC will take care of this, when you switch on the TV, the soundbar will change its input to TV from Bluetooth.","quoteExcerpt":"HDMI CEC will take care of this, when you switch on the TV, the soundbar will change its input to TV from Bluetooth."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Lack of simultaneous headphone and speaker audio output","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"k7qv8t4","sourceText":"Try this. Buy a sound bar and a headphone.\n\nWhen you partner is asleep, switch off the soundbar and connect to your headphone.","quoteExcerpt":"Try this. Buy a sound bar and a headphone."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"k7tcps0","sourceText":"The problem is I can’t have my tv sound go through the headphones. If I could do that, my problem would be solved. I need something for the audio to go through so then I can connect my Bluetooth headphones to it.","quoteExcerpt":"The problem is I can’t have my tv sound go through the headphones."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kwd5ryg","sourceText":"Tv..transmitter to soundbar through earphone on soundbar bluetooth","quoteExcerpt":"Tv..transmitter to soundbar through earphone on soundbar bluetooth."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kwd6gfc","sourceText":"Vizio e4oo tv.no buetooth..want connect transmitter and soundbar","quoteExcerpt":"want connect transmitter and soundbar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"l8y7zsv","sourceText":"In a similar situation but looking for a soundbar that can output its audio to Bluetooth headphones while still playing through the soundbar, as one of my parents is having increasing issues hearing, so they want a solution that lets one of them listen through headphones and the other through the soundbar.","quoteExcerpt":"looking for a soundbar that can output its audio to Bluetooth headphones while still playing through the soundbar."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Lack of HDR pass through support in soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"hj8eb5l","sourceText":"It’s a waste having all those HDMI Ports when it doesn’t support HDR Pass Through.","quoteExcerpt":"It’s a waste having all those HDMI Ports when it doesn’t support HDR Pass Through."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Preference for larger, taller soundbar designs","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"hj8imjq","sourceText":"I wish manufactures would make long and tall soundbars like this instead of trying to make it as space saving as possible. This and the ambeo are the only like this that I know of.","quoteExcerpt":"I wish manufactures would make long and tall soundbars like this instead of trying to make it as space saving as possible."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Intermittent audio dropouts linked to power supply or HDMI issues","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"lfwkppq","sourceText":"I know this is an old thread, but, for what it's worth, I tried all the usual stuff. New hdmi cable, updated soundbar firmware, unplugged all othe hdmi devices, etc. My problem was the power supply. I bought a replacement, non Samsung brand, and it is no longer cutting out. I have the Samsung HW-M450/za, for reference. It's pretty old, and has gotten a lot of use. So, for me, I fixed my issue with a new power supply. It was around $30 I'm guessing. Also, another side tidbit. I had trouble upgrading the firmware, because of its age, it would only accept a usb drive with a fat32 file system, not ntfs or other, for my specific model. That's was another ordeal to figure out. \n\nSo, in short, power supply failure, replaced power supply, all good now.","quoteExcerpt":"So, in short, power supply failure, replaced power supply, all good now."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lgcumpw","sourceText":"man this is crazy confusing.. I just found this thread and I have a polk magnifi max to my pc using hdmi without ARC... it worked fine until I unplugged the soundbar used a second monitor than plugged it back in.. the sound now cuts out alot and takes multiple min to come back.. the aux cable doesn't work and my pc doesn't have a optical port","quoteExcerpt":"man this is crazy confusing.. I just found this thread and I have a polk magnifi max to my pc using hdmi without ARC... it worked fine until I unplugged the soundbar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lgcvbss","sourceText":"also I use a hdmi to display port because my pc only has 1 hdmi and 3 display port connections","quoteExcerpt":"also I use a hdmi to display port because my pc only has 1 hdmi and 3 display port connections."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"iraid2j","sourceText":"This happens on my Samsung sound bar as well but haven’t found any info on why","quoteExcerpt":"This happens on my Samsung sound bar as well but haven’t found any info on why."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"irajiyd","sourceText":"Which soundbar?\n\nEdit: which tv, as well.","quoteExcerpt":"Which soundbar?"}],"themeType":4},{"description":"IR code 5169 works for majority soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"nfg66f","sourceText":"Majority soundbar IR code? I'm trying to connect a Majority brand soundbar to my FireTV remote, and amazon doesn't have their manufacturer IR codes in their system. Anyone had success getting Majority to work with a universal remote?","quoteExcerpt":"Majority soundbar IR code? I'm trying to connect a Majority brand soundbar to my FireTV remote, and "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kw21t17","sourceText":"Worked on my majority soundbar Thank You!","quoteExcerpt":"Worked on my majority soundbar Thank You!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kwtkbuh","sourceText":"Still Working as of March 27, 2024. Thank you!","quoteExcerpt":"Still Working as of March 27, 2024. Thank you!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lmsmcze","sourceText":"The 5169 code worked on my Majority soundbar using advanced settings! Thank you!","quoteExcerpt":"The 5169 code worked on my Majority soundbar using advanced settings! Thank you!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lpd2qoy","sourceText":"Thank you! The code worked for me too! ","quoteExcerpt":"Thank you! The code worked for me too! "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j898f7s","sourceText":"I have a majority bowfell soundbar and found this thread... 5169 totally worked for me so THANK YOU","quoteExcerpt":"5169 totally worked for me so THANK YOU"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kbptf9r","sourceText":"Just tried 5169 to connect with Fire TV Insignia and it worked. Thanks","quoteExcerpt":"Just tried 5169 to connect with Fire TV Insignia and it worked."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kimjdcp","sourceText":"Same by me, thank you ^^","quoteExcerpt":"Same by me, thank you ^^"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kjt3v00","sourceText":"Thank you for the IR code 🥰","quoteExcerpt":"Thank you for the IR code 🥰"}],"themeType":3},{"description":"IR code 5169 may not work for some soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"m0j29me","sourceText":"I have govo gosurround 925 and I tried ir code 5169 but it didn't work any other ir other ir code suggestions for the soundbar will be helpful.","quoteExcerpt":"I tried ir code 5169 but it didn't work any other ir other ir code suggestions for the soundbar will be helpful."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mf29wnp","sourceText":"Just use the Amazon basics in your set up menu 5169 IR code would not work for me but the Amazon basics set up tab work just fine","quoteExcerpt":"5169 IR code would not work for me but the Amazon basics set up tab work just fine."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"HDMI eARC connectivity issues and poor support","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"10rrwqq","sourceText":"2022 Samsung TV and soundbar: what a frustrating experience! Help? EDITED TO ADD: Regular ARC mode works fine. I'm just going to go with that, since I'm just streaming Atmos content anyway. I tried a new 48gbps HDMI cable with like 15k reviews and no indications that it's a problem with eARC, no luck. \n\nI tried Samsung chat support and OH MY GOD. It is embarrassingly bad. So yeah, I'm calling \"uncle\" and just using ARC. Also, don't waste your time with Samsung support.\n\n\\------------------------\n\nHey, guys\n\nSo I get myself a shiny new QN90B TV and a Q930B soundbar. And a high quality HDMI cable. You'd think this pair would just work right out of the box with eARC, right? Yeah, no.\n\nSo if I set them up with eArc, I get no sound at all unless I set the digital output audio format to PCM in the TV's sound advanced settings. Which spits out sound, except from the satellites. That's true in both eArc and WIFI modes.\n\nThe only way I get sound from the satellites is in WIFI mode with digital output audio format to Auto. Because, to reiterate, audio format Auto mutes the sound bar over eArc... but not over WIFI.\n\nI've updated the sound bar's firmware to the latest as of today. Any ideas here? This should NOT be difficult, but it just plain doesn't work right.\n\nWIFI mode mostly works as expected, except that sometimes the TV just doesn't find it when I turn it on and I have to manually switch to it in the settings (it's connected to WIFI, TV just occasionally doesn't use it.) The WIFI - a Google Nest WIFI - is 10 feet from the TV.\n\nI have ethernet to the TV and would like to just be done with wireless BS, but I can't because the damn eArc connection is broken.","quoteExcerpt":"I'm just going to go with that, since I'm just streaming Atmos content anyway."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j6xzeid","sourceText":"Ok so first you have to set up in auto and when you use the tv apps like netflix it's normal that you can choose only between pcm or auto. Then you have to also activate atmos on tv, sound mode as adaptative+, also on general settings of tv you have to activate anynet+, in signal input select all hdmi port and extend.\n\nAlso in sound setting,select TV+[av] soundbar ...","quoteExcerpt":"This should NOT be difficult, but it just plain doesn't work right."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j6xbr27","sourceText":"Sounds like a defective unit. Can you return it?","quoteExcerpt":"Sounds like a defective unit."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j6xc1z2","sourceText":"I have basically the same setup (except the hw 930 sound bar) and it works fine. Either the soundbar is faulty or the HDMI is the problem. TV is probably okay.","quoteExcerpt":"Either the soundbar is faulty or the HDMI is the problem."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"HDMI ARC/CEC remote control setup challenges","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"xv011m","sourceText":"Cannot control soundbar with Fire TV remote [support] My goal is to control my soundbar with the Fire TV remote to turn on and off with the TV and to control the soundbar volume on my Fire TV remote. \n\nI cannot get audio from my TV to soundbar over HDMI, only over optical cable.\n\nMy Fire TV is Toshiba 43LF621U21 and it supports HDMI ARC and HDMI CEC.\n\nMy soundbar is TCL TS9030 'Alto 9+' and it supports HDMI ARC and HDMI CEC. \n\nI have tried two different cables both supporting ARC and CEC (both of which I am sure work).\n\nI have spent days on this and cannot figure it out.\n\nFurther, my Fire TV does not find my soundbar over Bluetooth. It finds random devices that I do not own but not the soundbar.\n\nAll help is appreciated.\n\nEdit: at one point with an HDMI cable connected, Alexa spoke that she found a soundbar but that did not help connectivity.","quoteExcerpt":"I have spent days on this and cannot figure it out."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"iqymat1","sourceText":"Have you turned on HDMI-CEC and [ARC](https://youtu.be/Swc9HErFJhk) in Settings/Display & Sounds?\n\nAlso be sure you are using the HDMI ports labeled ARC. The [TV manual](https://tvna.compal-toshiba.com/us/en/wp-content/uploads/products_pdf_file/UserGuide/UG022_FireTVEdition_WEB_20-0300_V4_EN_Final_lr.pdf) has these additional suggestions:\n\nIf you need to change the digital audio format, go to the Home menu, select Settings, then select Display & Sounds. Select Audio Output, then select Digital Audio Format and change the setting to PCM or Dolby Digital.\n\nIf you want to turn off your TV speakers, go the Home menu, select Settings, then select Display & Sounds. Select Audio Output, then select TV Speakers and change the setting to OFF.","quoteExcerpt":"Have you turned on HDMI-CEC and ARC in Settings/Display & Sounds?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"iqyt87p","sourceText":"Yes, thanks. I've tried everything one more time since your reply. I even tried a third HDMI cable, this time a plain HDMI connected to a plain HDMI port on the TV. That didn't work either. It must be one of the settings on the TV or soundbar but I just can't figure it. The optical cable audio quality is great so it's just a minor inconvenience to need two remotes. I'll stick with optical until I get inspired to try again but for now I'm beaten. Thanks again.","quoteExcerpt":"The optical cable audio quality is great so it's just a minor inconvenience to need two remotes."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Atmos soundbar performance concerns (lack of true upward speakers)","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"1904goa","sourceText":"Wife bought this cheap soundbar on Amazon that claims to be Atmos... So yeah, I obviously know nothing, except for WHAT I read on this sub reddit but... Ain't Atmos without upward speakers impossible? Also, that eArc question...? For 210$ CAD, that just is too good to be true, no?","quoteExcerpt":"Ain't Atmos without upward speakers impossible?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kglx02g","sourceText":"If the soundbar can decode the format then yes it’s considered an atmos soundbar. Will it faithfully reproduce it? Absolutely not. You will need a bar that has upfiring speakers to obtain it. Even then it’s just bouncing the audio off the ceiling but it works nonetheless.","quoteExcerpt":"Will it faithfully reproduce it? Absolutely not."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kglzizw","sourceText":"AVS forum seems to think it is a pretty good and cost effective sound upgrade. [LINK](https://www.avsforum.com/threads/ultimea-nova-s50-soundbar-review-ultra-slim-size-big-sound.3286659/)","quoteExcerpt":"AVS forum seems to think it is a pretty good and cost effective sound upgrade."}],"themeType":4}],"pros":[],"cleanTitle":"Assistrust Sound Bar for Smart TV","compareAttributes":[{"attribute":"Sound Quality","fitDescription":"Delivers crystal-clear audio with deep bass and optimized dialogue; users note its immersive equalizer modes and overall audio clarity.","rank":17,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Connectivity","fitDescription":"Offers multiple connections including Bluetooth, ARC, OPT, and AUX, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free setup as echoed in user experiences.","rank":17,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Design & Build","fitDescription":"Features a compact, stylish design with versatile mounting options, making it well-suited to small spaces and modern aesthetics.","rank":17,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Ease of Use","fitDescription":"Comes with intuitive controls, a clear setup process, and remote compatibility, aligning with feedback about its effortless integration.","rank":17,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Feature Set","fitDescription":"Powered by high-performance drivers and custom-tuned audio modes, it offers a tailored listening experience recognized by experts.","rank":17,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Compatibility","fitDescription":"Works seamlessly with smart TVs, gaming consoles, PCs, and projectors, affirming its broad applicability for diverse audio needs.","rank":17,"rankTotal":20}],"useCases":[{"attribute":"Home Theater Experience","fitDescription":"Transforms a living room into a mini theater with vibrant, surround sound audio ideal for movie nights and immersive media viewing.","rank":17,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"TV Sound Enhancement","fitDescription":"Enhances dialogue and amplifies TV audio clarity, making everyday viewing, news, and sports more engaging.","rank":17,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Music Streaming","fitDescription":"Supports seamless Bluetooth connectivity for wireless music playback, offering an effortless streaming experience.","rank":17,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Gaming & Conferences","fitDescription":"Delivers clear and immersive sound quality that boosts both gaming and video conferencing, ideal for competitive and interactive scenarios.","rank":17,"rankTotal":20}],"commentScore":5,"overallScore":3.2,"sentimentScore":5,"technicalScore":2,"sum":102,"aggregatedQuotes":[{"text":"Soundbars can be fantastic. Will they ever beat a multi-thousand dollar 13 speaker atmos system? No.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw5dp0","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":">Yes, if I want to tow a million pounds, it is better, but I don’t. And I certainly don’t want to pa","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jji18eu","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The worst soundbar is usually still better than the best TV speaker.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw9xr0","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"What they charge for these things is appalling.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"nfmm1z","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sound bars are a terrible value.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"komw19d","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"But “high end” soundbars are absolute scams!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gymnfwv","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB systems are not a good investment of your time and money.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gymazq2","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I can enjoy my movies and music in a very high level than never before, the atmos effects are very good.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jixcdt4","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The only Bluetooth speakers you can use with the Roku tv are the Roku wireless speakers.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0sps2","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"And those aren't Bluetooth, they're WiFi Direct.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex2ococ","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Either use an optical connection, or replace the soundbar with another cheap one that at least has an HDMI ARC port.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0ukyd","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"it works great with the HDMI ARC input with no sound delay whatsoever.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex5hldi","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"You can't come in here and say your friend knows the answer to life, the universe and everything without telling us.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lcw0mmg","post_id":"1e1nzbo","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"it starts to sound... 'just right'.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lcwziay","post_id":"1e1nzbo","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I’m sure a sound bar can more than handle my Spotify playlists.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"dyhutou","post_id":"8h71zq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"This would most likely mean that upgrading your sound system would be much, much harder, if not impossible.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"dyi0by1","post_id":"8h71zq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Why you shouldn't buy a soundbar, with actual justification. This post was inspired by this:\n\nhttps:","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"aoyi1l","post_id":"aoyi1l","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Without rear speakers, sound bars do not create sound behind you, they create the illusion of sound behind you.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"eg5r59d","post_id":"aoyi1l","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"sound quality and 'psuedo-effects' are great, but it will never compare to a dedicated surround or rear speaker.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hj8wxmm","post_id":"qm4fwn","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"it's pretty damn good, and I have no hesitation saying it's a good semblance of a theater experience.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"eg5tj3s","post_id":"aoyi1l","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"enjoy tv. if you want music from your phone connect either bluetooth or wifi to said sound bar and set soundbar to bluetooth or wifi and enjoy","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ktv3axt","post_id":"1b9buvg","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Wifi sound bars cost a chunk more than bluetooth units, is the only difference sound quality?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ktw79ih","post_id":"1b9buvg","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"HDMI CEC will take care of this, when you switch on the TV, the soundbar will change its input to TV from Bluetooth.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ku8cseb","post_id":"1b9buvg","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Try this. Buy a sound bar and a headphone.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"k7qv8t4","post_id":"17nczo2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The problem is I can’t have my tv sound go through the headphones.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"k7tcps0","post_id":"17nczo2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Tv..transmitter to soundbar through earphone on soundbar bluetooth.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kwd5ryg","post_id":"17nczo2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"want connect transmitter and soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kwd6gfc","post_id":"17nczo2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"looking for a soundbar that can output its audio to Bluetooth headphones while still playing through the soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"l8y7zsv","post_id":"17nczo2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It’s a waste having all those HDMI Ports when it doesn’t support HDR Pass Through.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hj8eb5l","post_id":"qm4fwn","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I wish manufactures would make long and tall soundbars like this instead of trying to make it as space saving as possible.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hj8imjq","post_id":"qm4fwn","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"So, in short, power supply failure, replaced power supply, all good now.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lfwkppq","post_id":"xx6qtl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"man this is crazy confusing.. I just found this thread and I have a polk magnifi max to my pc using hdmi without ARC... it worked fine until I unplugged the soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lgcumpw","post_id":"xx6qtl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"also I use a hdmi to display port because my pc only has 1 hdmi and 3 display port connections.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lgcvbss","post_id":"xx6qtl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"This happens on my Samsung sound bar as well but haven’t found any info on why.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"iraid2j","post_id":"xx6qtl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Which soundbar?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"irajiyd","post_id":"xx6qtl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Majority soundbar IR code? I'm trying to connect a Majority brand soundbar to my FireTV remote, and ","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"nfg66f","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Worked on my majority soundbar Thank You!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kw21t17","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Still Working as of March 27, 2024. Thank you!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kwtkbuh","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The 5169 code worked on my Majority soundbar using advanced settings! Thank you!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lmsmcze","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thank you! The code worked for me too! ","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lpd2qoy","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"5169 totally worked for me so THANK YOU","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j898f7s","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Just tried 5169 to connect with Fire TV Insignia and it worked.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kbptf9r","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Same by me, thank you ^^","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kimjdcp","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thank you for the IR code 🥰","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kjt3v00","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I tried ir code 5169 but it didn't work any other ir other ir code suggestions for the soundbar will be helpful.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m0j29me","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"5169 IR code would not work for me but the Amazon basics set up tab work just fine.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mf29wnp","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I'm just going to go with that, since I'm just streaming Atmos content anyway.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"10rrwqq","post_id":"10rrwqq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"This should NOT be difficult, but it just plain doesn't work right.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j6xzeid","post_id":"10rrwqq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sounds like a defective unit.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j6xbr27","post_id":"10rrwqq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Either the soundbar is faulty or the HDMI is the problem.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j6xc1z2","post_id":"10rrwqq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I have spent days on this and cannot figure it out.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"xv011m","post_id":"xv011m","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Have you turned on HDMI-CEC and ARC in Settings/Display & Sounds?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"iqymat1","post_id":"xv011m","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The optical cable audio quality is great so it's just a minor inconvenience to need two remotes.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"iqyt87p","post_id":"xv011m","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Ain't Atmos without upward speakers impossible?","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"1904goa","post_id":"1904goa","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Will it faithfully reproduce it? Absolutely not.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kglx02g","post_id":"1904goa","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"AVS forum seems to think it is a pretty good and cost effective sound upgrade.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kglzizw","post_id":"1904goa","fieldType":"interesting"}],"ourRank":15},{"_id":"rwxmnKADLdfNXZnEg","amazonInfo":{"url":"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797MY6JB?tag=reviewrada09e-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1","imageURLs":{"large":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11XuQfV4BaL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51BikD8JP0L._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21xRg4JlLrL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/3175N8HZJML._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41sJDuuKHQL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11XTp3paWwL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11s72Qg-idL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11NeOH4b1+L._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31JxWq5OOIL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21RjnSAH+KL._SL500_.jpg"],"medium":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11XuQfV4BaL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51BikD8JP0L._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21xRg4JlLrL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/3175N8HZJML._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41sJDuuKHQL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11XTp3paWwL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11s72Qg-idL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11NeOH4b1+L._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31JxWq5OOIL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21RjnSAH+KL._SL160_.jpg"],"small":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11XuQfV4BaL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51BikD8JP0L._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21xRg4JlLrL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/3175N8HZJML._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41sJDuuKHQL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11XTp3paWwL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11s72Qg-idL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11NeOH4b1+L._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31JxWq5OOIL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21RjnSAH+KL._SL75_.jpg"]},"price":98,"currency":"USD"},"slug":"sony-s100f-20ch-soundbar-with-bass-reflex-speaker-integrated-tweeter-and-bluetooth-hts100f-easy","cons":[{"description":"Poor dialogue output (low vocal clarity)","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"liz4mw6","sourceText":"I am confused in sony s500rf or samsung b670. Both are 5.1 and digital \n\n\nSamsung b670 is 10k lesser then sony s500rf.\n\n\nSony s40r also avaible but I dint like due to low volcals which comes low in movies.\n\n\nSo i have s500rf and samsung b670 model . Please help which to buy for movies","quoteExcerpt":"I dint like due to low volcals which comes low in movies."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"i6vuf87","sourceText":"Don't buy that Sony Soundbar. You wiLL Suffer from Low DiaLogue on Movies. The Night Mode, DRC On and Voice Mode On does not function. DiaLogue on this Soundbar are overpowered and drowned out by the L and R channeLs. Stereo or 5.1 Audio DoLby DigitaL.","quoteExcerpt":"Don't buy that Sony Soundbar. You wiLL Suffer from Low DiaLogue on Movies."}]},{"description":"Negative impression of Sony budget soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"i6v652r","sourceText":"It's up to you if you're happy with it. Myself I would pass because not a fan of sony and there lots of soundbar that are hell of alot better","quoteExcerpt":"Myself I would pass because not a fan of sony and there lots of soundbar that are hell of alot better."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"i6xj534","sourceText":"I am from india I have the Htz9f with rears speakers. Cheaper soundbars are nothing compared to the z9f or the ht 5000 or 7000. Don’t buy anything less than the g700 u will regret it","quoteExcerpt":"Cheaper soundbars are nothing compared to the z9f or the ht 5000 or 7000."}]}],"interesting":[{"description":"Comparisons between Sony and competitor soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"lzri5lf","sourceText":"I also have a Sony Bravia TV and a PS5. I spent weeks watching reviews comparing the Sony Bar 8/9 with the Samsung Q990D. \n\n\nThe Samsung simply has better audio quality, especially for gaming or music.  The Q990D also comes with wired rear speakers already. \n\n\nAnd additional decision point for me was future proofing the device. The Sony literally cannot be setup or adjusted without the app, which could get discontinued, etc. the Samsung can be setup traditionally out of the box with remote, no wifi required.","quoteExcerpt":"The Samsung simply has better audio quality, especially for gaming or music."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lzrhr0e","sourceText":"ive heard good things about the a7000 combo bar from sony, but not the new ones such as the ones you mentioned. But for the price you aint beating the samsung one since its already a whole system.","quoteExcerpt":"But for the price you aint beating the samsung one since its already a whole system."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lzrvjhn","sourceText":"I love my Sony A7000 with rears and dual subs. My son has the Q990C. His Samsung is probably the best \"soundbar\" system for the money. But my 7000 setup sounds like a complete home theater. No comparison (although both are great). \n\nThe Bar 9 is even more dynamic, but no option for dual subs, which is a deal killer for me","quoteExcerpt":"His Samsung is probably the best 'soundbar' system for the money."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m00a44l","sourceText":"I have a humble Sony HTS2000.","quoteExcerpt":"I have a humble Sony HTS2000."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"id1uhql","sourceText":"I bought the Samsung HW-Q800B soundbar. So far I love it. It will get louder than I want. The sound seems very well balanced. First I hooked up the sound bar without the base and it was lacking something but after I hooked up the sub then that rounded out the sound and I like it a lot. The app, which is called Samsung Smart Things, has a setting called Active Voice Amplifier, which I set to \"On.\" I have not yet found any regular TV show or movie where I had trouble hearing the dialog. I probably will add some surround speakers eventually.","quoteExcerpt":"So far I love it. The sound seems very well balanced."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"HDMI ARC/eARC connectivity and technical insights","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"ibi4gay","sourceText":"Shouldn't be any compatibility issues (at least I didn't experience any on my Sony X90J TV with a Samsung HW-A650 soundbar). Some Samsung soundbars have extra features that only work with Samsung TVs (Q-symphony, which also incorporates the TV's built-in speakers), but the functionality of the soundbar itself should not be impacted.","quoteExcerpt":"Shouldn't be any compatibility issues (at least I didn't experience any on my Sony X90J TV with a Samsung HW-A650 soundbar)."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jniv5i9","sourceText":"If you connect through HDMI, you can enable CEC, which allows you \"link\" the sound bar to the TV. So the sound bar will turn on when your TV turns on and you can control the volume of the sound bar with your regular TV remote (and both the TV and sound bar will show the volume).","quoteExcerpt":"If you connect through HDMI, you can enable CEC, which allows you \"link\" the sound bar to the TV."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j1s8vd8","sourceText":"Optical at first, but HDMI later. Neither gave me any issue, only difference now is turning on my TV also turns on my soundbar.","quoteExcerpt":"Neither gave me any issue, only difference now is turning on my TV also turns on my soundbar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ibbw482","sourceText":"You lose:\nspacefit sound(through TV*)\nAbility to use the TV speakers as a center speaker\nWireless Dolby Atmos(if it's a 2022 soundbar)\n\n\nSpacefit sound I think is like room calibration that runs once a day when you turn the sound bar on. I could be wrong. I am confused on it. It's what I get when I read the description. But someone told me spacefit sound is available through the phone app.\n\nI'm getting the Samsung q800b delivered hopefully this week. I have a Sony x90j.\n\nI was tossing up between the Bose 900 but kept seeing great reviews on Samsung soundbars.","quoteExcerpt":"You lose: spacefit sound(through TV*) Ability to use the TV speakers as a center speaker."},{"type":"post","typeID":"laeby8","sourceText":"Sony Soundbar doesn‘t wkae up with Samsung TV Hi folks\n\nI have an Samsung TV QE65Q70RATXZG and a Sony Soundbar HT-ZF9.\n\nIn the Soundbar HDMI-Settings I can set the Soundbar to turn off, when the TV is turned off. That works. But when I turn on the TV, the Soundbar won‘t turn on. Both are connected via the HDMI-ARC-Ports.\nI tried to set the TV Remote as Universal Remote for the Soundbar trough the TV Settings but that didn‘t work.\n\nThere are no other devices connected.\n\nCan somebody help or has the same devices and figured out what to do, to make them work properly?\n\nThanks in advance","quoteExcerpt":"Sony Soundbar doesn‘t wkae up with Samsung TV Hi folks."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"glnnaxe","sourceText":"Hello try putting them all ON and that CEC is enabled on tv","quoteExcerpt":"Hello try putting them all ON and that CEC is enabled on tv."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"glnpmv2","sourceText":"I only use the TV for Plex oder Youtube, so there are no other devices connected to either TV or Soundbar.\n\nSo I turn ON TV and Soundbar and while beeing in Plex/YT, on the TV I go to SOURCES and activate Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) for the Soundbar. Immediately the TV switches from the Plex/YT App to the Soundbar. If I then first go back to Plex/YT and then take a look on SOURCES, Anynet+ is again deactivated on the Soundbar.\n\nDoes the TV switch to the Soundbar for me to activate CEC on the Soundbar too? But there are nowhere CEC-Settings on the Settings Menu of the Soundbar...","quoteExcerpt":"I only use the TV for Plex oder Youtube, so there are no other devices connected to either TV or Soundbar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"glo04y0","sourceText":"I just got that soundbar. Are you having connectivity issues too with the rears and the sub?","quoteExcerpt":"I just got that soundbar."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"General soundbar buying considerations and brand commentary","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"m55biph","sourceText":"My cheap sony ht-sf 150 2.0 (100€) soundbar compared to tv speakers is a big bump in quality. Ok, there is almost no base and it doesn't have any surround effects and if you have a HT or premium soundbar with rear speakers it does feel a bit flat. You have 3 options, midrange soundbar with sub, av receiver with 2 stereo towers or bluetooth wireless headphone if your tv has bluetooth with maybe a cheaper soundbar + sub. Its more of a scale 1 to 10 thing. If 1-2 is tv speakers, my ht-sf 150 2.0 is like a 4-5, and my HT with extra stereo speakers in the rear is like a 7-8. A good headphone will also be like a 7-8. You can't get everything if you you're on a budget.","quoteExcerpt":"My cheap sony ht-sf 150 2.0 soundbar compared to tv speakers is a big bump in quality."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m54r7gj","sourceText":"I think it always makes things easier if the bar and the TV are the same brand Samsung seems to be killing it right now with their Q symphony stuff, I’ve heard good things about the Hisense upper end stuff Sony of course has good upper end stuff but it is pricey along with Bose I have a entry level Bose and I’m fine with it but my wife is very bass sensitive so I can’t have a booming sub. Check on the stuff made by whoever made your TV and go have a listen for yourself, that’s the most important thing you need to like how it sounds.","quoteExcerpt":"I think it always makes things easier if the bar and the TV are the same brand."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m57bj9c","sourceText":"Yeah but in that case i would go for something like the JBL bar 800/1000","quoteExcerpt":"Yeah but in that case i would go for something like the JBL bar 800/1000."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Debated benefits of using same-brand soundbars with Sony TVs","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"koc3vi5","sourceText":"I have a Sony Bravia and a Samsung 800c with 9500 rears.\n\n \nIt sounds great! No problems, dropouts, anything. Just phenomenal great sound!","quoteExcerpt":"It sounds great! No problems, dropouts, anything. Just phenomenal great sound!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"koe8k1e","sourceText":"Here's all you need to know.....\n\nUsing eARC is a universal standard, brands don't exactly tell you it's not recommended to use other brands but that doesn't stop them from trying to sell you theirs. \nSome people will say it will benefit you to use the same brand of Soundbar but it's not true and in fact if you dig around, some users have experienced more bugs matching the brand then not matching the brand.\n\nThe only feature usually lost when not matching brands is a minor one like Q symphony, and Sony has their own feature like this, I forgot what it's called \"Center something\", I think it can help with soundbars that don't have center channels but the Q800C does.\n\nAnyways...a feature like Q Symphony in my opinion is a gimmick, all it does is let you use the TV speakers and the Soundbar at the same time in sync.\nI say it's a gimmick because I think it's ridiculous that some rare amount of people would want to do this.... a Soundbars sound signature is going to sound a certain way and so will the TV's.\nSo if they are playing at the same time, then they're not going to match! One is going to sound very premium and the other not as good.\nEven if they are perfectly in sync, this usually causes an echo like sensation that honestly hurts the overall quality of your experience.\nYou wouldn't use a Sony ear bud in one ear and Bose in the other ear would you?\n\nQ Symphony for example is just a marketing name to get you to buy both Samsung Soundbar and Samsung TV.\nThe feature is as basic as \"Soundbar, TV speakers sync\", if they didn't slap a fancy name on it then they probably would have lost on some sales to people who don't understand what it is.\n\nAn other example of this is Spacefit Pro, which works on the Soundbar unit it self, well actually the sensor is in the subwoofer....\nBut they claim if you have a new Samsung TV it will work better because they also have a sensor in their TVs, but does it really matter?? The subwoofer already has a sensor that works fine, the Q800B didn't have or even need the TV part of Spacefit Sound and it works fine, so it sounds like an other way to make money doesn't it? \"Why have 1 sensor that works fine when you can have 2?!?!\"\n\nNow as for the Q800C, it works great on Sony TVs just fine, a couple weekends ago I helped my mother at her house get a Q800C set up and I tested it all out for fun and everything worked perfectly.\nI myself have a TCL TV with a Q800B and it works perfectly fine as well, all codecs play like normal.\nBut how is the Q800C/B? They are great! You are gonna love it! I'm thinking about getting the SWA-9500S rear speaker kit tomorrow because I'm gonna see if I've been missing out for a year.\nSamsung bought Harman Kardon in 2017 and these new Q series soundbars really show that!\n\nEDIT: I noticed another comment about Bravia Sync which is another marketing way to get you to purchase their product because it's simply HDMI CEC which is a universal standard just like eARC.\nI really wish companies would stop naming simple things something else to make a sale Lol","quoteExcerpt":"I think it's ridiculous that some rare amount of people would want to do this.... a Soundbars sound signature is going to sound a certain way and so will the TV's."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kobj28c","sourceText":"If you get one of their flagship sound bars like the hta5000 and if your Sony TV has a center out then it will work similar to Sammy with q symphony","quoteExcerpt":"If you get one of their flagship sound bars like the hta5000 and if your Sony TV has a center out then it will work similar to Sammy with q symphony."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"koe48yl","sourceText":"It does indeed, I have the Q800B and set up a Q800C for someone else and it definitely does, they just didn't choose a silver ring to go around it, honestly I think it makes it look better and makes more sense but it definitely has a great center channel.","quoteExcerpt":"it definitely has a great center channel."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kod21kb","sourceText":"I have the a80l and I’m a week into Sony lt7000 with the sw3 ( rs5 as soon as they go on sell) (Samsung bar died and I was having constant sync issues with it). I read everyone’s comment on how Samsung is better but also lots of problems. I thought I’d try the Sony and so far happy with it. My main reasons for going with Sony is no synch issues and staying in the same ecosystem. Sound is natural and doesn’t sound digitized. Bass can be adjusted. Once, I ran optimizer it sounds nice. I do think rears will add that extra I’m missing from old system","quoteExcerpt":"Sound is natural and doesn’t sound digitized."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ibbtpkd","sourceText":"I have a Sony X91J and wondered the same. I have the Bose 900 with bass module 700. I started with the Sony HT-A5000 and the SA-SW5 subwoofer thinking it would be best to stay “in brand.” Setup was incredibly quick but the performance was terrible. Sub failed a week later (cracks and pops). After returning, I went back and forth on the Samsung Q950A and the Bose 900, ultimately deciding to go with the Bose. My main reasoning was I have a Bose SoundTouch 300 with another Sony that has performed flawlessly. The Samsung I was looking at had great reviews but I wanted to try the 990B since it’s coming with a wire mesh grill versus cloth on the 950A. It’s just not out yet in the states and listening to only the tv speakers had me impatient. At this point, I’m really pleased with the Bose 900. Setup is still quick and the performance is so much better than the Sony but I can’t compare to the Samsung unfortunately. What I do like most about the Bose, is the ability to customize so many settings (ex. center channel, height channel, bass for sub and soundbar separately). So when wanting more from your center channel, you’ll have the ability to dial that in well. There’s also a dialogue setting to further boost the speaking audio too. I believe you can do this with the Samsung as well though. Personally, if I wasn’t outside my return window, I’d return the Bose just to try the Samsung but I feel like both will be pretty close. Whichever you choose, based on my experience, it doesn’t matter if you drift outside of brand for your sound system. I hope this is helpful but feel free to ask any other questions and I’ll do my best to further clarify.","quoteExcerpt":"I’m really pleased with the Bose 900. Setup is still quick and the performance is so much better than the Sony."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Mixed reviews on Sony Bar 9 performance","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"lepgxd5","sourceText":"the experience of spatial 360 with this Bravia Theatre 9 bundle is incredible subwoofer SA SW5 and rear SA RS 5included, it vibrates in the ribcage when it needs to and all the while retaining a crystalin sound. I'm no expert and have few references, but as a mere mortal I can tell you that you are truly absorbed. All this on my latest Bravia 77A95L acquisition, and I'm totally delighted and personally satisfied. At low volume, it's already doing the job - I tried it at volume 40 - 50, and the sound spits out powerfully, while retaining its aesthetic appeal. I don't know if it's due to the radiator, but it's mind-blowing. I didn't test it any louder, but it was already very powerful.","quoteExcerpt":"the experience of spatial 360 with this Bravia Theatre 9 bundle is incredible subwoofer SA SW5 and rear SA RS 5 included, it vibrates in the ribcage when it needs to and all the while retaining a crystalin sound."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"leqoa4w","sourceText":"Your experience may have been different from mine so I’ll explain my experience with that bar, the bar 9 flat out sucks, when I was testing it out it sounded so flat & small, soundstage wasn’t there at all. The subwoofer rattles everything mean while my 990D sub plays louder & goes deeper & doesn’t even rattle anything, not sure if I had a defective model but what from I’ve been told I’m not the only one that’s experienced the bar being trash. 1400 for the bar ALONE & the sub 700$ & rears 600$? That’s absurd","quoteExcerpt":"the bar 9 flat out sucks, when I was testing it out it sounded so flat & small, soundstage wasn’t there at all."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lepxa8o","sourceText":"Just bought a Bar 9. Can confirm. Amazing if it’s within the budget.","quoteExcerpt":"Amazing if it’s within the budget."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lephamx","sourceText":"Thanks a lot. I think I will go with Sony soundbars.","quoteExcerpt":"I think I will go with Sony soundbars."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lephvuj","sourceText":"I'm in the middle of installing it, it's very recent! :)","quoteExcerpt":"I'm in the middle of installing it, it's very recent!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lephr1f","sourceText":"https://www.reddit.com/r/Soundbars/s/27tcKprVZk","quoteExcerpt":"https://www.reddit.com/r/Soundbars/s/27tcKprVZk"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"leqnkmh","sourceText":"Do yourself the favor & please don’t get the bar 9, look at reviews & you’ll see the 990D is better than the bar 9 , the bar feels so anemic & flat. Please please please don’t get it LOL trust me, if you want an actual GOOD bar get the 990D","quoteExcerpt":"Do yourself the favor & please don’t get the bar 9, look at reviews & you’ll see the 990D is better than the bar 9."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lepd9hn","sourceText":"Bar 9 I think is overpriced. Maybe just get the A7000.","quoteExcerpt":"Bar 9 I think is overpriced."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Differences in sound signatures among soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"larjips","sourceText":"If you have a Sony tv then get a Sony soundbar it’ll work out better for you; I still think the 990D out performs both in terms of immersive experience, even if you’re not using the rear speakers it’s still a damn good bar, Sonos is good but I think it’s a bit overhyped imho","quoteExcerpt":"I still think the 990D out performs both in terms of immersive experience, even if you’re not using the rear speakers it’s still a damn good bar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lat8m90","sourceText":"Can't speak for the latest models, but I've had the Arc, Q990C and the HT-A7000 (all with rears and sub) - and the Sony Outperforms the others by a significant margin, in terms of immersiveness and reliability. For 2024, the Arc is the same, the Bar 9 is supposedly an improvement sonically, and the Q990 has only modest improvements (according to reviews). But if you end up with a Samsung tv, you might consider the Samsung based on some features exclusive to staying in the family, and price. The Arc system sounded very musical, but nowhere near as dynamic as the Sony or Samsung with movies.","quoteExcerpt":"the Sony Outperforms the others by a significant margin, in terms of immersiveness and reliability."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lasuyfa","sourceText":"Personally, I would skip the arc, I just sold mine. Sonos's recent software upgrades to the arc have changed it's sound signature for the worse. It's now really trebel forward and similant. I just couldn't stand listening to it any more, so I sold it.","quoteExcerpt":"Sonos's recent software upgrades to the arc have changed it's sound signature for the worse."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lc53tmq","sourceText":"Honestly the two have pretty different sound signatures. The Arc has a bit more low end heft and for music can sound a bit more natural though for regular shows and movies it can have a bit of a processed feel to the sound. \n\nThe Bar 9 is a little bit leaner but has a cleaner treble imo, has more features (though somewhat neutered compared to the A7000) and has the opposite effect where music can sound artificial (mostly with the 360 sound mapping on, you can turn it off for music but it loses a lot of dynamism that way) but movies and tv shows sound pretty great and you don’t hear any noticeable processing. \n\nFor low volume listening, a lot of smaller, detail oriented sounds are more immediately apparent on the Arc than the Bar 9 but I can’t rule out some sort of compensation that the Arc may be doing in its processing to bring it more forward in the mix. You do have a myriad of choices on the Sony to do the same thing at the risk of bringing in a processed sound but at least it leaves the choice up to you.","quoteExcerpt":"Honestly the two have pretty different sound signatures."}],"themeType":2},{"description":"Comparisons with other soundbar brands","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"l35ltx7","sourceText":"Ambeo Max blows the Sony's away","quoteExcerpt":"Ambeo Max blows the Sony's away"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kp91afg","sourceText":"For $500 just get a Beam 2","quoteExcerpt":"For $500 just get a Beam 2"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kp93anj","sourceText":"I have a Sonos ARC with a wireless sub. It’s on a bracket attached to the bracket for the panel. \n\nI used to have an A/V receiver and a 5:1 system with floor speakers. For domestic tranquility, I replaced it. The world’s most premium sound bar sounds lousy compared to real speakers.","quoteExcerpt":"The world’s most premium sound bar sounds lousy compared to real speakers."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Expandable design in Sony HT series soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"kp92dc5","sourceText":"I've been impressively pleased with the HT-A5000 sound bar, however it is a bit over your stated budget. (The HT-A3000 is within the budget but I don't have any experience with it.) That said one of the nice things about the HT line the ease of which one can expand with wireless woofer and surrounds when your budget allows.","quoteExcerpt":"one of the nice things about the HT line the ease of which one can expand with wireless woofer and surrounds when your budget allows."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Firmware updates enabling VRR and ALLM support","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"15zzvls","sourceText":"Sony HT-A7000 now has VRR and ALLM Hey all,\n\nAs the title says. I received a new update just now and the patch notes mention VRR and ALLM support. The version number is 1.779.","quoteExcerpt":"I received a new update just now and the patch notes mention VRR and ALLM support."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jxjtf73","sourceText":"As an owner of the Sony HT-A5000 I can't speak for the model on the title. My soundbar was updated earlier today and I can confirm I can use VRR + ALLM pass-through the HDMI 2.1 input of the soundbar back to the HDMI 2.1 port connected to the TV with the signal set to 4K 120Hz VRR and ALLM in use on the Playstation 5.\n\nThis was a long coming firmware update that just made me happiest possible with my purchase.","quoteExcerpt":"This was a long coming firmware update that just made me happiest possible with my purchase."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Sound cutting out issues","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"ozzyim","sourceText":"Sony soundbar HT-X8500, sound keeps cutting out (known issue) Getting frustrated, as the sound cuts out, sometimes I can switch to TV speakers and back, and it comes back on, other times it doesn't, I've gone on Sony forum and there was a firmware link for an update but appears to be a dead link now, any help would be appreciated","quoteExcerpt":"the sound cuts out, sometimes I can switch to TV speakers and back, and it comes back on, other times it doesn't."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jokxb4f","sourceText":"I have a Sony HT ST5000 SB, pretty top of the line for a sound bar that costs at the time in 2018 $1,400. When source field is set to clear audio or 3d surround The sound drops, mutes, when playing 2ch content using apps like YouTube, where it happens the most. Other apps like Netflix, Plex, or other streaming services, it can be a long period of “pause” or “fast forward” is when the sound drops, mutes. To unmute I have to cycle the source field to music and then press play, until the audio comes back on and cycle back to clear audio or 3d surround. It doesn’t matter if I leave the audio source field in music mode (2ch) and play 2ch content using YouTube the sound still drops “mutes”. It’s quite frustrating almost to the point of selling the SB and cut my losses. \n\nNow someone mentioned about using a ultra high speed 4k 160hz 2.1 hdmi cable. I’m going to test this theory out purchasing a “expensive cable” and not use a standard 4k hdmi cable that was like $10 bucks that came with the unit.","quoteExcerpt":"It’s quite frustrating almost to the point of selling the SB and cut my losses."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h8jz1f8","sourceText":"Hey I've just got this same soundbar for the bedroom and having the same issue. The sound randomly cuts out and sometimes the soundbar resets itself. Driving me nuts. Happens randomly when watching Netflix or playing xbox. Can you link that forum post with the firmware update? I know you said it's a dead link but I might be able find the file.","quoteExcerpt":"Driving me nuts."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"i26kcsk","sourceText":"I followed all that but still happening to me! So frustrating! My devices are as below.\n\nTV: Samsung AU8000 55”\nSoundbar: Sony HT-G700","quoteExcerpt":"So frustrating!"}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Debate on complete soundbar system reliability and performance","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"idbhh4z","sourceText":"Don't. The day the soundbar stops working the whole system is garbage. That's $1650 invested in surround speakers and a subwoofer that you won't be able to use with another system. Get a proper home theater system, it'll be less money, provide better sound and you can replace pieces without the rest of it being useless. The following would be a fantastic starter home theater setup.\n\nReceiver: [Denon AVR-X1700H](https://www.denon.com/en-ca/product/av-receivers/avr-x1700h) - $949\n\nCenter: [ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2](https://www.amazon.ca/ELAC-Debut-Center-Speaker-Black/dp/B07B4Q5LW2) - $292\n\nFront L/R: [ELAC Debut 2.0 B5.2](https://www.amazon.ca/ELAC-Debut-Bookshelf-Speakers-Black/dp/B07B4Q5588) - $349\n\nRear L/R: [ELAC BS41](https://www.amazon.ca/ELAC-4-Passive-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B08W9B2DBL) - $244\n\nSubwoofer: [Klipsch R-12SWi](https://www.costco.ca/klipsch-r-12swi-wireless-subwoofer.product.100816525.html) - $420\n\nWireless Rear Speaker Kit: [Dynasty ProAudio WSA-5RP](https://www.amazon.ca/DYNASTY-PROAUDIO-Amplifier-Selectable-Switching/dp/B09JKCQH6Z) - $283 ([Review](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06KIJdnPSL4))\n\nThat's only $2550 (assuming you need the wireless kit for the rear speakers) versus $3350 which leaves lots of room for [speakers stands](https://www.visions.ca/catalogue/category/productresults.aspx?categoryId=190&brandId=133), [speaker wire](https://www.amazon.ca/Monoprice-102823-2-Conductor-Oxygen-Free-Speaker/dp/B001WHY3JO), [banana plugs](https://www.amazon.ca/Monoprice-CSC2PD23TT9750-Plated-Speaker-Banana/dp/B072BZHZNS), [subwoofer cable](https://www.amazon.ca/BlueRigger-Shielded-Subwoofer-plated-connectors/dp/B008UGUL4G) and [HDMI cables](https://www.amazon.ca/Cable-Etseinri-Certified-6-6FT-48Gbps/dp/B08SLR3HW9).\n\nYou could even go with a more value oriented system and still get better audio.\n\nReceiver: [Denon AVR-S760H](https://www.denon.com/en-ca/product/special/avr-s760h-refurbished) - $599\n\nCenter: [NEUMI CS5](https://www.amazon.ca/CS5-Channel-Speaker-Woofers-Tweeter/dp/B08LV51F4P) - $102\n\nFront L/R: [NEUMI BS5](https://www.amazon.ca/NEUMI-BS5-Passive-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B07YZDS9LF) - $159\n\nRear L/R: [Micca MB42X](https://www.amazon.ca/Micca-MB42X-Bookshelf-Speakers-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2) - $130\n\nSubwoofer: [Monoprice 9723](https://www.amazon.ca/Monoprice-Powered-Subwoofer-Black-109723/dp/B00AJHAZZ4) - $190\n\nWireless Rear Speaker Kit: [Dynasty ProAudio WSA-5RP](https://www.amazon.ca/DYNASTY-PROAUDIO-Amplifier-Selectable-Switching/dp/B09JKCQH6Z) - $283\n\nWith the wireless rear speaker kit that's only $1500 and it still has decent components. The speakers aren't brand names but their good and the subwoofer is capable. Still lots of room for [speakers stands](https://www.visions.ca/catalogue/category/productresults.aspx?categoryId=190&brandId=133), [speaker wire](https://www.amazon.ca/Monoprice-102823-2-Conductor-Oxygen-Free-Speaker/dp/B001WHY3JO), [banana plugs](https://www.amazon.ca/Monoprice-CSC2PD23TT9750-Plated-Speaker-Banana/dp/B072BZHZNS), [subwoofer cable](https://www.amazon.ca/KUYIOHIFI-Audio-Cable-Y-Adapter-Subwoofer/dp/B078Z6WP3B) (different cable recommended/required than for the Klipsch subwoofer recommended above) and [HDMI cables](https://www.amazon.ca/Cable-Etseinri-Certified-6-6FT-48Gbps/dp/B08SLR3HW9) in the budget and you'd probably even have room in there for a new entertainment stand if you wanted and still be ahead versus the soundbar setup. \n\nYou could always mix and match between the two systems as well - get the cheaper speakers but the better receiver and subwoofer or vice versa. And of course you can knock just about $300 off the top of either system if you don't need the wireless rear speaker kit and could run speaker cable instead. You'd just need to purchase more speaker cable instead of the wireless kit.\n\nEither way you'll have something that is both more expandable and has better reusability and resale value.\n\nEdit: Changed the X1700H link to one that is in stock but the price changed from $799 to $949 because its new instead of Denon refurbished. Also changed the link for the recommended subwoofer cable for the Monoprice subwoofer since it requires a mono-to-stereo subwoofer cable.","quoteExcerpt":"Get a proper home theater system, it'll be less money, provide better sound and you can replace pieces without the rest of it being useless."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"idbpe6l","sourceText":"Not if you plan on gaming on this tv. This bar has terrible latency. I'd go Sonos or for a full HT setup","quoteExcerpt":"This bar has terrible latency. I'd go Sonos or for a full HT setup."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"idbsumz","sourceText":"Depends what you’re looking for in a sound system.\nNot everyone can do a full home theatre setup. Not everyone cares about gaming, etc.\nSound bars are meant for customers that don’t want a crazy home theatre system and that’s fine.\nI got the A5000 soundbar, rears, and the first tier sub. It’s killer and I love it - and I got a really good deal that made it so much cheaper than Sonos. Majority of people will be blown away by the A7000. Sure the Sonos is great too, but do some work in comparing their prices. If you’re worried about connectivity issues that some people have brought up, buy the Sony products from a store with extra warranty.\nDo what you think works best for you, in your situation.","quoteExcerpt":"I got the A5000 soundbar, rears, and the first tier sub. It’s killer and I love it."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Soundbars offer improved audio and simple setup compared to built-in speakers","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"lptw7b0","sourceText":"Go to the soundbar sub sub and ask there. Do not go to the home theater sub because they will tell you that soundbars are far inferior. Which is true. But that doesn't mean people can't use soundbars and be very happy. Soundbars are going to be better than most TVs built-in speakers and that may be more than enough for a lot of users. Which is why there are two separate subs.","quoteExcerpt":"Soundbars are going to be better than most TVs built-in speakers and that may be more than enough for a lot of users."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lpvy8jr","sourceText":"sony bar 9 has been great.\n\nadded subwoofer - even better\n\nadded rear speakers - nice, but not needed\n\n(bought everything on ebay for less than half the usual selling price - makes it all sound that much better).\n\ni'm no audiophile, and didnt want to deal with wires all over. this just works. and compatible with airplay too. \n\nand super easy - turn on tv, and everything turns on. and off. at the same time with one button.","quoteExcerpt":"this just works. and compatible with airplay too."}],"themeType":1}],"pros":[],"cleanTitle":"Sony S100F 2.0ch Soundbar with Bass Reflex Speaker","compareAttributes":[{"attribute":"Sound Quality","fitDescription":"Delivers deep bass and surround sound flair; however, user feedback criticizes the low clarity in dialogue, undermining its overall audio performance.","rank":15,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Connectivity","fitDescription":"Features seamless Bluetooth and HDMI ARC connections, though the absence of video pass-through leaves a notable gap in versatility.","rank":15,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Design & Build","fitDescription":"Sporting a compact, wall-mountable design, the soundbar fits neatly in confined spaces and home offices, aligning well with trend-focused aesthetics.","rank":15,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Ease of Use","fitDescription":"Promised easy setup with clear manuals and included accessories, making installation a breeze despite minor feature limitations.","rank":15,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Feature Set","fitDescription":"Offers voice enhancement and S-Force Pro Front Surround, but its execution falters when it comes to delivering crisp dialogue.","rank":15,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Compatibility","fitDescription":"Compatible with a wide range of devices including smart TVs, streaming set-ups, and PCs, it is versatile though not without trade-offs.","rank":15,"rankTotal":20}],"useCases":[{"attribute":"Home Theater Experience","fitDescription":"Transforms living areas into miniature theaters with its 3.1/5.1 mode versatility, although audio purists might miss richer dialogue clarity.","rank":15,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"TV Sound Enhancement","fitDescription":"Designed to boost everyday TV audio, it sharpens general sounds despite mixed reviews on its handling of hushed dialogue.","rank":15,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Music Streaming","fitDescription":"With reliable Bluetooth connectivity and a straightforward setup, it offers a neat wireless audio experience for music lovers.","rank":15,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Gaming & Conferences","fitDescription":"Provides immersive sound that can effectively support gaming and conference calls, though occasional issues with vocal clarity may present minor hurdles.","rank":15,"rankTotal":20}],"commentScore":3.3,"overallScore":3,"sentimentScore":2.9,"technicalScore":3,"sum":90,"aggregatedQuotes":[{"text":"I dint like due to low volcals which comes low in movies.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"liz4mw6","post_id":"ufqlf4","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"Don't buy that Sony Soundbar. You wiLL Suffer from Low DiaLogue on Movies.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"i6vuf87","post_id":"ufqlf4","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"Myself I would pass because not a fan of sony and there lots of soundbar that are hell of alot better.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"i6v652r","post_id":"ufqlf4","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"Cheaper soundbars are nothing compared to the z9f or the ht 5000 or 7000.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"i6xj534","post_id":"ufqlf4","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"The Samsung simply has better audio quality, especially for gaming or music.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lzri5lf","post_id":"1h3kjyl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"But for the price you aint beating the samsung one since its already a whole system.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lzrhr0e","post_id":"1h3kjyl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"His Samsung is probably the best 'soundbar' system for the money.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lzrvjhn","post_id":"1h3kjyl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I have a humble Sony HTS2000.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m00a44l","post_id":"1h3kjyl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"So far I love it. The sound seems very well balanced.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"id1uhql","post_id":"v5tbfq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Shouldn't be any compatibility issues (at least I didn't experience any on my Sony X90J TV with a Samsung HW-A650 soundbar).","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ibi4gay","post_id":"v5tbfq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"If you connect through HDMI, you can enable CEC, which allows you \"link\" the sound bar to the TV.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jniv5i9","post_id":"v5tbfq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Neither gave me any issue, only difference now is turning on my TV also turns on my soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j1s8vd8","post_id":"v5tbfq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"You lose: spacefit sound(through TV*) Ability to use the TV speakers as a center speaker.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ibbw482","post_id":"v5tbfq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sony Soundbar doesn‘t wkae up with Samsung TV Hi folks.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"laeby8","post_id":"laeby8","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Hello try putting them all ON and that CEC is enabled on tv.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"glnnaxe","post_id":"laeby8","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I only use the TV for Plex oder Youtube, so there are no other devices connected to either TV or Soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"glnpmv2","post_id":"laeby8","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I just got that soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"glo04y0","post_id":"laeby8","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"My cheap sony ht-sf 150 2.0 soundbar compared to tv speakers is a big bump in quality.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m55biph","post_id":"1hsdi2n","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I think it always makes things easier if the bar and the TV are the same brand.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m54r7gj","post_id":"1hsdi2n","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Yeah but in that case i would go for something like the JBL bar 800/1000.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m57bj9c","post_id":"1hsdi2n","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It sounds great! No problems, dropouts, anything. Just phenomenal great sound!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"koc3vi5","post_id":"1afni4e","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I think it's ridiculous that some rare amount of people would want to do this.... a Soundbars sound signature is going to sound a certain way and so will the TV's.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"koe8k1e","post_id":"1afni4e","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"If you get one of their flagship sound bars like the hta5000 and if your Sony TV has a center out then it will work similar to Sammy with q symphony.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kobj28c","post_id":"1afni4e","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"it definitely has a great center channel.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"koe48yl","post_id":"1afni4e","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sound is natural and doesn’t sound digitized.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kod21kb","post_id":"1afni4e","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I’m really pleased with the Bose 900. Setup is still quick and the performance is so much better than the Sony.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ibbtpkd","post_id":"v5tbfq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the experience of spatial 360 with this Bravia Theatre 9 bundle is incredible subwoofer SA SW5 and rear SA RS 5 included, it vibrates in the ribcage when it needs to and all the while retaining a crystalin sound.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lepgxd5","post_id":"1eb17i7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the bar 9 flat out sucks, when I was testing it out it sounded so flat & small, soundstage wasn’t there at all.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"leqoa4w","post_id":"1eb17i7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Amazing if it’s within the budget.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lepxa8o","post_id":"1eb17i7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I think I will go with Sony soundbars.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lephamx","post_id":"1eb17i7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I'm in the middle of installing it, it's very recent!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lephvuj","post_id":"1eb17i7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"https://www.reddit.com/r/Soundbars/s/27tcKprVZk","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lephr1f","post_id":"1eb17i7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Do yourself the favor & please don’t get the bar 9, look at reviews & you’ll see the 990D is better than the bar 9.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"leqnkmh","post_id":"1eb17i7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Bar 9 I think is overpriced.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lepd9hn","post_id":"1eb17i7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I still think the 990D out performs both in terms of immersive experience, even if you’re not using the rear speakers it’s still a damn good bar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"larjips","post_id":"1dqw0cc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the Sony Outperforms the others by a significant margin, in terms of immersiveness and reliability.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lat8m90","post_id":"1dqw0cc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sonos's recent software upgrades to the arc have changed it's sound signature for the worse.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lasuyfa","post_id":"1dqw0cc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Honestly the two have pretty different sound signatures.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lc53tmq","post_id":"1dqw0cc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Ambeo Max blows the Sony's away","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"l35ltx7","post_id":"1cmykbq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"For $500 just get a Beam 2","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kp91afg","post_id":"1akmotm","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The world’s most premium sound bar sounds lousy compared to real speakers.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kp93anj","post_id":"1akmotm","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"one of the nice things about the HT line the ease of which one can expand with wireless woofer and surrounds when your budget allows.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kp92dc5","post_id":"1akmotm","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I received a new update just now and the patch notes mention VRR and ALLM support.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"15zzvls","post_id":"15zzvls","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"This was a long coming firmware update that just made me happiest possible with my purchase.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jxjtf73","post_id":"15zzvls","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the sound cuts out, sometimes I can switch to TV speakers and back, and it comes back on, other times it doesn't.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"ozzyim","post_id":"ozzyim","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It’s quite frustrating almost to the point of selling the SB and cut my losses.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jokxb4f","post_id":"ozzyim","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Driving me nuts.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h8jz1f8","post_id":"ozzyim","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"So frustrating!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"i26kcsk","post_id":"ozzyim","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Get a proper home theater system, it'll be less money, provide better sound and you can replace pieces without the rest of it being useless.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"idbhh4z","post_id":"vi6jar","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"This bar has terrible latency. I'd go Sonos or for a full HT setup.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"idbpe6l","post_id":"vi6jar","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I got the A5000 soundbar, rears, and the first tier sub. It’s killer and I love it.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"idbsumz","post_id":"vi6jar","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Soundbars are going to be better than most TVs built-in speakers and that may be more than enough for a lot of users.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lptw7b0","post_id":"1ftqyzl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"this just works. and compatible with airplay too.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lpvy8jr","post_id":"1ftqyzl","fieldType":"interesting"}],"ourRank":16},{"_id":"ybMiehxYWRfZi7QNE","amazonInfo":{"url":"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ32L2WL?tag=reviewrada09e-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1","imageURLs":{"large":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/411zXuSuOXL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/514oDzPAijL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41tvRT3b4EL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/416uh29iXFL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51NwQqRqwPL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/4160xkFbi-L._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51o6YaLgVUL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51aVyxJgEOL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/415iUW7hQyL._SL500_.jpg"],"medium":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/411zXuSuOXL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/514oDzPAijL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41tvRT3b4EL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/416uh29iXFL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51NwQqRqwPL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/4160xkFbi-L._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51o6YaLgVUL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51aVyxJgEOL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/415iUW7hQyL._SL160_.jpg"],"small":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/411zXuSuOXL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/514oDzPAijL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41tvRT3b4EL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/416uh29iXFL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51NwQqRqwPL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/4160xkFbi-L._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51o6YaLgVUL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51aVyxJgEOL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/415iUW7hQyL._SL75_.jpg"]},"price":39.99,"currency":"USD"},"slug":"mzeibo-sound-bar-for-smart-tv-bluetooth-soundbar-for-tv-50-watts-mini-sound","cons":[],"interesting":[{"description":"Audio dropouts, static noise issues, and troubleshooting tips","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"pwy8f5","sourceText":"Soundbar audio keeps cutting out My LG (SNY9) keeps cutting out with my tv (LG CX). It's connected via ARC. It's pretty sporadic but it happens all the fucking time. I'll be playing something then a few minutes in the sound will just stop and the only fix is when I swap audio from arc to internal speakers then back to arc but this is just a temporary fix. Anyone know what's going on? It's not the HDMI cable itself because I've already tried that.","quoteExcerpt":"It's pretty sporadic but it happens all the fucking time."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hekkeag","sourceText":"You could try to do following. Go into the audio settings or your TV and set it to PCM instead of DolbyDigital. Does it do the trick?","quoteExcerpt":"You could try to do following. Go into the audio settings or your TV and set it to PCM instead of Do"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hekpxnl","sourceText":"Yes most probably. But you could test it out to see if Dolby Digital Plus is the culprit. I have read that it could lead to audio drop outs.","quoteExcerpt":"Yes most probably. But you could test it out to see if Dolby Digital Plus is the culprit. I have rea"},{"type":"post","typeID":"10zn8u1","sourceText":"Samsung t400 static/ticking noise Brand new Samsung T400 soundbar, when it’s turned on there’s a static noise, constantly start stop. Sounds like a clock ticking but static noise.\n\nDoes it ok all sources but pitch and timing of the noise changes on each source, but never stops. Even if there is no source, as long as it has power and is turned on, it will do it. \n\nExchanged it for another one just now, and the new one does the exact same thing. \n\nAny ideas?","quoteExcerpt":"Sounds like a clock ticking but static noise."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kwr0oo3","sourceText":"Not sure if this helps anyone, we had annoying popping noises on BT mode. It was sitting below the TV on the fireplace hearth. But when I tipped the back up at a slight angle the popping stopped.🤷‍♂️. So now it’s slightly tipped forward and so far no popping and it’s sounds fine. Maybe some interference from the fireplace metal frame? (Fire place is never on)","quoteExcerpt":"when I tipped the back up at a slight angle the popping stopped."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"l74tck5","sourceText":"I \"fixed\" the problem by plugging something into the USB port of the soundbar. No more static noises for whatever reason.","quoteExcerpt":"I \"fixed\" the problem by plugging something into the USB port of the soundbar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lgb9odn","sourceText":"Ok so long story short i managed to fix this issue by reinstalling the firmware but if anyone had my issue the soundbar wasnt responding to the usb stick. I managed to get it to reinstall by renaming the update file up by one digit. My update file was named: HMS-T400WWB-1011.bin\nChanged to :HMS-T400WWB-1012.bin\nAnd boom it reinstalled. Issue over","quoteExcerpt":"And boom it reinstalled. Issue over."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lfwkppq","sourceText":"I know this is an old thread, but, for what it's worth, I tried all the usual stuff. New hdmi cable, updated soundbar firmware, unplugged all othe hdmi devices, etc. My problem was the power supply. I bought a replacement, non Samsung brand, and it is no longer cutting out. I have the Samsung HW-M450/za, for reference. It's pretty old, and has gotten a lot of use. So, for me, I fixed my issue with a new power supply. It was around $30 I'm guessing. Also, another side tidbit. I had trouble upgrading the firmware, because of its age, it would only accept a usb drive with a fat32 file system, not ntfs or other, for my specific model. That's was another ordeal to figure out. \n\nSo, in short, power supply failure, replaced power supply, all good now.","quoteExcerpt":"So, in short, power supply failure, replaced power supply, all good now."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lgcumpw","sourceText":"man this is crazy confusing.. I just found this thread and I have a polk magnifi max to my pc using hdmi without ARC... it worked fine until I unplugged the soundbar used a second monitor than plugged it back in.. the sound now cuts out alot and takes multiple min to come back.. the aux cable doesn't work and my pc doesn't have a optical port","quoteExcerpt":"man this is crazy confusing.. I just found this thread and I have a polk magnifi max to my pc using "},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lgcvbss","sourceText":"also I use a hdmi to display port because my pc only has 1 hdmi and 3 display port connections","quoteExcerpt":"also I use a hdmi to display port because my pc only has 1 hdmi and 3 display port connections"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"iraid2j","sourceText":"This happens on my Samsung sound bar as well but haven’t found any info on why","quoteExcerpt":"This happens on my Samsung sound bar as well but haven’t found any info on why"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"irajiyd","sourceText":"Which soundbar?\n\nEdit: which tv, as well.","quoteExcerpt":"Which soundbar?\n\nEdit: which tv, as well."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j0yudkp","sourceText":"the audio cutting out has to do with the tv, not the soundbar. Been happening since the vizio 2020 tvs it seems. Connect it to another brand of tv and play the same content. Let me guess, does the sound cutout using an external device with hdmi such as a bluray/dvd player, apple tv, game console, streaming device, etc. etc.?","quoteExcerpt":"the audio cutting out has to do with the tv, not the soundbar. Been happening since the vizio 2020 t"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kc09lus","sourceText":"**SOLUTION**\n\n1. Access the Factory/Service Menu with this video: [https://youtu.be/vulARigWnUE?si=ifSaCHz73HjEhtAo](https://youtu.be/vulARigWnUE?si=ifSaCHz73HjEhtAo)\n2. Scroll down to Audio SRS Bypass\n3. Switch to \"On\"\n4. Done!\n\n**BACKSTORY**\n\nI was also having trouble with audio being cut out of a blu-ray or 4K movie if the ambient sound was below a certain level (best movie I tested was The Cabin in the Woods, notably when the main character first enters the cabin). The problem wasn't the cables or the devices or the speakers or even the discs themselves like I originally thought when I watched E.T. on blu-ray, it's the SRS (Sound Retrieval System) being poorly optimized. This system keeps speakers from having a crackling sound due to electrical feedback, but I haven't had any issues since bypassing it.\n\nI know I'm a few years late to the post, but hope this helps!","quoteExcerpt":"**SOLUTION**\n\n1. Access the Factory/Service Menu with this video: [https://youtu.be/vulARigWnUE?si=i"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j0qhoo8","sourceText":"PCM only provides 2 channel sound so that's most likely why the surround speakers cut out. For 5.1 you need to use digital and 2.1 use PCM. Have you made sure that volume leveling is enabled on the TV as well?","quoteExcerpt":"PCM only provides 2 channel sound so that's most likely why the surround speakers cut out. For 5.1 y"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j12ojl3","sourceText":"I bought two Vizios in '21 that are STILL plagued with this problem. It's like a noise gate... when the signal falls below a certain strength, instead of letting it just be quiet, it goes silent. Extremely jarring. \n\nThe only real solution has been to use an AVR or HDMI audio extractor to a set of real speakers before the source signal hits the TV.","quoteExcerpt":"It's like a noise gate... when the signal falls below a certain strength, instead of letting it just be quiet, it goes silent."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j0lugd8","sourceText":"That’s ok. Like i said on my post there’s a solution to it but i don’t like Digital i prefer PCM because it sounds better.\n\nSOLUTION: Putting the EQ to Direct and changing Digital Audio Out to Digital, this way the audio doesn’t cut out and you have surround sound","quoteExcerpt":"That’s ok. Like i said on my post there’s a solution to it but i don’t like Digital i prefer PCM bec"}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Connectivity limitations on certain TVs","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"cqzgkc","sourceText":"Do only certain soundbars work with TCL roku tv? Just bought a cheap insignia 2.0 mini soundbar because the speakers on my tcl roku tv crackle when there’s deep bass in shows/movies. Didn’t want to spend a fortune on a soundbar, just wanted to avoid hearing the crackle. Anyway, the mini soundbar only has AV connection, optical, and Bluetooth. \n\nWhen I try the Bluetooth connect it never shows up in the “searching” area and when I try the AV I don’t get any sound. Haven’t tried optical because I don’t own an optical cord and don’t want to buy one if this sound bar isn’t going to work with my tv anyway. From what I have read it seems like ARC connections through the HDMI cord is the most common route with this TCLs. \n\nHas anyone else come across the AV connection/input jack connection not working?","quoteExcerpt":"Just wanted to avoid hearing the crackle."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0sps2","sourceText":"The only Bluetooth speakers you can use with the Roku tv are the Roku wireless speakers. Otherwise, you must use av or optical.","quoteExcerpt":"The only Bluetooth speakers you can use with the Roku tv are the Roku wireless speakers."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex2ococ","sourceText":"And those aren't Bluetooth, they're WiFi Direct.","quoteExcerpt":"And those aren't Bluetooth, they're WiFi Direct."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0ukyd","sourceText":"As far as I know, the only speakers that will connect to a Roku TV wirelessly are the official Roku speakers. Either use an optical connection, or replace the soundbar with another cheap one that at least has an HDMI ARC port. For what it's worth, I use a Samsung soundbar with my TCL TV via HDMI ARC and it works flawlessly, but it wasn't cheap.","quoteExcerpt":"For what it's worth, I use a Samsung soundbar with my TCL TV via HDMI ARC and it works flawlessly."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex27w6u","sourceText":"Be aware that the AV connectors on the TV are *inputs*, not outputs, so they can't be used for external audio systems. You can get audio out via optical, HDMI ARC, headphone jack, or the Roku wireless speakers.","quoteExcerpt":"Be aware that the AV connectors on the TV are *inputs*, not outputs."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Perceived poor value in high-end soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"komw19d","sourceText":"I gotta agree with you. It's a dumb comparison for sure. Sound bars are a terrible value. Even modest ones are overpriced.","quoteExcerpt":"Sound bars are a terrible value. Even modest ones are overpriced."},{"type":"post","typeID":"nfmm1z","sourceText":"Soundbars really do suck. Demoed a couple Atmos Soundbars. Wanted to give them a fair shot because I'm looking for a simple setup for my bedroom. Long story short they are awful and deserve the hate thrown at them.\n\nTiny cheap driver's crammed into tiny slim Soundbars with ridiculously cheap subwoofers crossed over really high in order to compensate for the poor design. It just doesn't work.\n\nWhat they charge for these things is appalling. I tested LG's flagship bar, JBLs and Definitive Technology. These are all supposed to represent the best of their lineup and not one of them sounded good. The subwoofers were also extremely cheap. All of them sounded tinny and boomy.\n\nI think people believe that we are being elitist when we trash on soundbars but at the end of the day we're just doing people a favor. I didn't understand all of the hate before but now I do.\n\nThe fact that many of these Soundbars get such great ratings from review sites just affirms the fact that none of these reviewers can be trusted.","quoteExcerpt":"Long story short they are awful and deserve the hate thrown at them."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gymnfwv","sourceText":"I had a $35 soundbar for my bedroom TV for a few years and they’d been great. Soundbars have their places. But “high end” soundbars are absolute scams! If you’re paying that much, just get an AVR and real speakers!","quoteExcerpt":"But “high end” soundbars are absolute scams!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gymazq2","sourceText":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money. It is the general consensus of r/hometheater not to recommend these things and instead simply steer a user toward a 2.0 or 2.1 system made of quality, *Audio-Centric* name brand components which are easy to assemble and cheap enough for low budget or space conscious buyers. Most can be expanded to 5.1 if you buy the correct items in the correct order. For further explanation please read [Why You Shouldn't Buy a Soundbar](https://www.reddit.com/r/HTBuyingGuides/comments/dy885l/why_you_shouldnt_buy_a_soundbar/) Please be aware /r/Soundbars exists as well as you will be met with opposition to posting about soundbars here.\n\n*I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/hometheater) if you have any questions or concerns.*","quoteExcerpt":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB systems are not a good investment of your time and money."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Easy setup and reduced cable clutter","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"jixcdt4","sourceText":"Because some people are very snob and hate the changes, but I really love my Q990B, I can enjoy my movies and music in a very high level than never before, the atmos effects are very good, even in my video games like Destiny, GOW and many others 👌🏻\nIt’s more easy to set up and you avoid the cables issues and I don’t have any issues with my speakers, I bought my in November 22","quoteExcerpt":"It’s more easy to set up and you avoid the cables issues and I don’t have any issues with my speakers."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Soundbars improve audio performance over built-in TV speakers","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw9xr0","sourceText":"The worst soundbar is usually still better than the best TV speaker.","quoteExcerpt":"The worst soundbar is usually still better than the best TV speaker."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Soundbar compatibility and connection advice","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"kjpxip5","sourceText":"Soundbar and TV do not need to be the same brand. Make sure both support earc and they will work.\n\nViewing distance is how far you will be sitting from the TV. It is useful for determining the optimal size. If you sit too close to a big TV, it won't look as good because the pixels are bigger and you see them more when you're close.","quoteExcerpt":"Soundbar and TV do not need to be the same brand."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kjrxddt","sourceText":"This isn't guaranteed. I have a Sony X90K TV and a Samsung Q60B soundbar (both 2022 devices), and they do not play nice with each other. The soundbar only works when the TV's eARC output is set to PCM only, so no virtual Dolby or anything other than stereo PCM. It is some sort of firmware defect, and both Sony and Samsung's support just point the finger at the other.\n\nSo no, eARC support between brands isn't totally perfect yet. Next time I will either buy from the same brand, or get the soundbar from a sound specialist, rather than a tv competitor.","quoteExcerpt":"So no, eARC support between brands isn't totally perfect yet."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kjpzrz8","sourceText":"enhanced Audio Return Channel. It lets the TV send all of its audio to the soundbar no matter how the signal gets to the TV. It's pretty standard now so most if not all TVs and soundbars you look at should have it.","quoteExcerpt":"It's pretty standard now so most if not all TVs and soundbars you look at should have it."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kjpyi5j","sourceText":"Absolutely not but haven’t at least 2 satellite speakers and the subwoofer to have bass where your going to use it is a must for me. Even though 3 out of the 4 soundbars I have has Atmos but not having Atmos on a good sounding sound bar isn’t a deal breaker either IMO.","quoteExcerpt":"not having Atmos on a good sounding sound bar isn’t a deal breaker either IMO."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kjqqe16","sourceText":"I have a 70 inch Philips Ambilight TV and a Samsung 990C soundbar setup. The TV is silver and the soundbar is black. I bought a black TV stand with soundbar mount and they look fine together.","quoteExcerpt":"they look fine together."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Audio system experimentation","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"lcw0mmg","sourceText":"Well, which ones produce the best Audio? You can't come in here and say your friend knows the answer to life, the universe and everything without telling us.","quoteExcerpt":"You can't come in here and say your friend knows the answer to life, the universe and everything without telling us."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lcwziay","sourceText":"Are you me? This sounds like me wrote it.\n\nHeh. Starting with something more affordable, upgrading components as you go, until you match your speakers to your amp or vice-versa, and it starts to sound... 'just right'.","quoteExcerpt":"Heh. Starting with something more affordable, upgrading components as you go, until you match your speakers to your amp or vice-versa, and it starts to sound... 'just right'."}],"themeType":2},{"description":"Car soundbar benefits and upgrade concerns","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"dyhutou","sourceText":"Awesome! \n\nI bought my in-laws a sound bar with “3D virtual surround” which is surprisingly good and only requires one cable as opposed to the 7.1 system I’ve got at home which takes some hundred feet of speaker wire and a bit of jury rigging to hide every time we move. \n\nFor the most part, I’m not watching action movies in my car, so I’m sure a sound bar can more than handle my Spotify playlists. ","quoteExcerpt":"Awesome! I’m sure a sound bar can more than handle my Spotify playlists."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"dyi0by1","sourceText":"I'm kind of worried about this. This would most likely mean that upgrading your sound system would be much, much harder, if not impossible. If you want a better sound system, you would have to go for a car that's several thousand dollars more expensive.\n\n The beauty of current sound systems (At least... ones that haven't integrated the infotainment into every fucking aspect of the car) is that you can upgrade it easily. Oh, you want a basic economy car but a killer sound system? As long as you have a few hundred to buy the components (And a bit more money if you're paying someone else to do it), it's completely possible since it's easy to swap out and add components since they're not proprietary.\n\nThese sound bars, however, are most likely going to be proprietary. And upgrading your sound system will either involve a buttfuckton more complicated install or speaker manufacturers having to make custom-fit speakers for different car models, instead of the normal 6.5\" or a couple of other sizes that most cars use today. Have a car that isn't popular? You can still upgrade the sound system because of those common sizes. Most likely won't be the same with sound bars, since if your car isn't common, the speaker producers won't see any reason to produce a speaker for it and you're stuck.","quoteExcerpt":"The beauty of current sound systems... is that you can upgrade it easily."}],"themeType":4}],"pros":[],"cleanTitle":"MZEIBO Sound Bar for Smart TV","compareAttributes":[{"attribute":"Sound Quality","fitDescription":"Engineered for crystal-clear, punchy audio with advanced DSP, the soundbar delivers a robust surround experience that stands out in its category.","rank":18,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Connectivity","fitDescription":"Featuring ARC, Optical, AUX, and Bluetooth 5.0 options, the device seamlessly integrates with TVs, PCs, and gaming consoles, offering versatile plug-and-play usage.","rank":18,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Design & Build","fitDescription":"Its sleek, 17-inch form factor fits nicely into small spaces, merging aesthetics with functionality, though some enthusiasts note its compact size.","rank":18,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Ease of Use","fitDescription":"Setup is straightforward with clear instructions and remote control compatibility, making it accessible even for non-tech-savvy users.","rank":18,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Feature Set","fitDescription":"Customizable audio modes for movies, music, and dialogue provide tailored sound experiences that cover a broad range of consumer needs.","rank":18,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Compatibility","fitDescription":"Designed to work with smart TVs, projectors, PCs, and gaming systems, it meets the demands of a diverse user base.","rank":18,"rankTotal":20}],"useCases":[{"attribute":"Home Theater Experience","fitDescription":"Transforms living rooms into intimate theaters with immersive, surround sound ideal for movie nights.","rank":18,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"TV Sound Enhancement","fitDescription":"Boosts dialogue clarity and overall audio richness during regular TV viewing, making everyday content more engaging.","rank":18,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Music Streaming","fitDescription":"Seamless Bluetooth connectivity supports wireless music streaming from smartphones and tablets, elevating the listening experience.","rank":18,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Gaming & Conferences","fitDescription":"Delivers clear and immersive sound suitable for gaming sessions and video conferencing, ensuring interactive multimedia performance.","rank":18,"rankTotal":20}],"commentScore":5,"overallScore":2.9,"sentimentScore":5,"technicalScore":1.5,"sum":108,"aggregatedQuotes":[{"text":"It's pretty sporadic but it happens all the fucking time.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"pwy8f5","post_id":"pwy8f5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"You could try to do following. Go into the audio settings or your TV and set it to PCM instead of Do","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hekkeag","post_id":"pwy8f5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Yes most probably. But you could test it out to see if Dolby Digital Plus is the culprit. I have rea","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hekpxnl","post_id":"pwy8f5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sounds like a clock ticking but static noise.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"10zn8u1","post_id":"10zn8u1","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"when I tipped the back up at a slight angle the popping stopped.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kwr0oo3","post_id":"10zn8u1","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I \"fixed\" the problem by plugging something into the USB port of the soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"l74tck5","post_id":"10zn8u1","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"And boom it reinstalled. Issue over.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lgb9odn","post_id":"10zn8u1","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"So, in short, power supply failure, replaced power supply, all good now.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lfwkppq","post_id":"xx6qtl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"man this is crazy confusing.. I just found this thread and I have a polk magnifi max to my pc using ","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lgcumpw","post_id":"xx6qtl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"also I use a hdmi to display port because my pc only has 1 hdmi and 3 display port connections","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lgcvbss","post_id":"xx6qtl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"This happens on my Samsung sound bar as well but haven’t found any info on why","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"iraid2j","post_id":"xx6qtl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Which soundbar?\n\nEdit: which tv, as well.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"irajiyd","post_id":"xx6qtl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the audio cutting out has to do with the tv, not the soundbar. Been happening since the vizio 2020 t","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j0yudkp","post_id":"znyqw7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"**SOLUTION**\n\n1. Access the Factory/Service Menu with this video: [https://youtu.be/vulARigWnUE?si=i","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kc09lus","post_id":"znyqw7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"PCM only provides 2 channel sound so that's most likely why the surround speakers cut out. For 5.1 y","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j0qhoo8","post_id":"znyqw7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It's like a noise gate... when the signal falls below a certain strength, instead of letting it just be quiet, it goes silent.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j12ojl3","post_id":"znyqw7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"That’s ok. Like i said on my post there’s a solution to it but i don’t like Digital i prefer PCM bec","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j0lugd8","post_id":"znyqw7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Just wanted to avoid hearing the crackle.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"cqzgkc","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The only Bluetooth speakers you can use with the Roku tv are the Roku wireless speakers.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0sps2","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"And those aren't Bluetooth, they're WiFi Direct.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex2ococ","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"For what it's worth, I use a Samsung soundbar with my TCL TV via HDMI ARC and it works flawlessly.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0ukyd","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Be aware that the AV connectors on the TV are *inputs*, not outputs.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ex27w6u","post_id":"cqzgkc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sound bars are a terrible value. Even modest ones are overpriced.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"komw19d","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Long story short they are awful and deserve the hate thrown at them.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"nfmm1z","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"But “high end” soundbars are absolute scams!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gymnfwv","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB systems are not a good investment of your time and money.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gymazq2","post_id":"nfmm1z","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It’s more easy to set up and you avoid the cables issues and I don’t have any issues with my speakers.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jixcdt4","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The worst soundbar is usually still better than the best TV speaker.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw9xr0","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Soundbar and TV do not need to be the same brand.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kjpxip5","post_id":"1abtuby","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"So no, eARC support between brands isn't totally perfect yet.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kjrxddt","post_id":"1abtuby","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It's pretty standard now so most if not all TVs and soundbars you look at should have it.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kjpzrz8","post_id":"1abtuby","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"not having Atmos on a good sounding sound bar isn’t a deal breaker either IMO.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kjpyi5j","post_id":"1abtuby","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"they look fine together.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kjqqe16","post_id":"1abtuby","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"You can't come in here and say your friend knows the answer to life, the universe and everything without telling us.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lcw0mmg","post_id":"1e1nzbo","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Heh. Starting with something more affordable, upgrading components as you go, until you match your speakers to your amp or vice-versa, and it starts to sound... 'just right'.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lcwziay","post_id":"1e1nzbo","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Awesome! I’m sure a sound bar can more than handle my Spotify playlists.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"dyhutou","post_id":"8h71zq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The beauty of current sound systems... is that you can upgrade it easily.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"dyi0by1","post_id":"8h71zq","fieldType":"interesting"}],"ourRank":17},{"_id":"mgEwbBQeA4me8MuFf","amazonInfo":{"url":"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRX7KCLF?tag=reviewrada09e-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1","imageURLs":{"large":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41sGJzCd-QL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/417k0u0eKWL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/519FJC9R6eL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/512mAy3pgiL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51zGhwWpShL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51JOjnEecsL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41yFGqbfqqL._SL500_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21BdklfNj2L._SL500_.jpg"],"medium":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41sGJzCd-QL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/417k0u0eKWL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/519FJC9R6eL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/512mAy3pgiL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51zGhwWpShL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51JOjnEecsL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41yFGqbfqqL._SL160_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21BdklfNj2L._SL160_.jpg"],"small":["https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41sGJzCd-QL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/417k0u0eKWL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/519FJC9R6eL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/512mAy3pgiL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51zGhwWpShL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51JOjnEecsL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41yFGqbfqqL._SL75_.jpg","https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21BdklfNj2L._SL75_.jpg"]},"price":36.2,"currency":"USD"},"slug":"bestisan-sound-bars-for-tv-1650w-small-soundbar-for-tv-sound-bar-with-depths","cons":[{"description":"Intermittent Bluetooth connectivity issues on BYL soundbar","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"xlk7x4","sourceText":"Frequent Bluetooth connection issues on LG OLED C2 requiring a hard reset each time I’ve recently started running into this extremely frustrating issue with my very new (3-month old) LG OLED C2 TV and the Bluetooth-connected BYL soundbar where all of a sudden, the soundbar disconnects from the tv, and no amount of restarting the TV or the soundbar fixes the problem. In the Sound settings, under “Devices List”, as shown here - [https://imgur.com/a/6TEJIwA](https://imgur.com/a/6TEJIwA), I can see my soundbar under the “Registered Devices”, but it remains stuck in the “Disconnecting…” state, and everything is greyed out. There is no way I can get my soundbar working again, UNTIL I hard reset the TV (unplug, press the power button for 10 seconds, replug). Then, under sound settings, it switches to “Disconnected”, as shown here - [https://imgur.com/a/TBSkChu](https://imgur.com/a/TBSkChu) and I can click on it and reconnect again.\n\nIt is not a problem with my soundbar, because even in this “disconnecting” state, I can still connect my phone and iPad to the sound bar just fine.\n\nWhat’s most frustrating is that I just had a 45-minute phone call with LG support for a bunch of useless troubleshooting, and eventually, after doing the hard reset, he had me connect my iPad to the TV via Bluetooth, and when it worked fine, he miraculously jumped to the conclusion that everything is fine with my TV and the problem is with my soundbar. When I asked him why the TV goes to this “disconnecting” state where I cannot re-connect my soundbar until I do a hard reset, he just said “your tv needs to refresh” - what on earth does that even mean? \n\nI told him the very fact that the TV needs a hard reset to be able to get out of the “disconnecting” state to be able to reconnect to the soundbar indicates a problem with the TV - he simply said, “I can create a service request for you but if the technician comes and doesn’t find any issue with the TV, you will have to pay the service charge”. \n\nWhat service charge should I pay for and why, if he doesn’t find any issue? \n\nFeeling pretty pissed and ripped off right now, paid $2200+ for a TV that needs to be hard-reset ever so often, and customer care seems to know jack squat.\n\nWould appreciate any help.","quoteExcerpt":"Feeling pretty pissed and ripped off right now, paid $2200+ for a TV that needs to be hard-reset ever so often."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ipk4osw","sourceText":"I'm not having full disconnect issues with my C1 but I can say the Bluetooth connection is poor quality. Cuts in and out all the time. I use Bluetooth on my Samsung q90t and it has no issues. LG dropping the ball in this area.","quoteExcerpt":"I can say the Bluetooth connection is poor quality. Cuts in and out all the time."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ivvu8kj","sourceText":"same problem here. sound is gone. have to unplug to get sound working again.","quoteExcerpt":"same problem here. sound is gone."}]},{"description":"Audio sync issues with BYL soundbar","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"14et2ny","sourceText":"My roku ultra is out of sync and I’m wondering how I can fix it? My roku is hooked up to a BYL sound bar if that makes any difference","quoteExcerpt":"My roku ultra is out of sync and I’m wondering how I can fix it?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jox3240","sourceText":"Mine does this occasionally. Restarting the ultra always fixes it.","quoteExcerpt":"Mine does this occasionally."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jox81k3","sourceText":"I will probably do this the next time it messes up! Thank you for the advice!","quoteExcerpt":"I will probably do this the next time it messes up!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jox87rh","sourceText":"Unplug and replug. Usually works","quoteExcerpt":"Unplug and replug. Usually works."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jrbincm","sourceText":"Since the last 2 updates my Ultra does this all the time.","quoteExcerpt":"Since the last 2 updates my Ultra does this all the time."}]}],"interesting":[{"description":"Debate over general soundbar value and performance","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw5dp0","sourceText":"The people that constantly hate on soundbars are just like the truck guys who hate anything that doesn’t have a gigantic V8. Yes, if I want to tow a million pounds, it is better, but I don’t. And I certainly don’t want to pay the price to do so. Soundbars can be fantastic. Will they ever beat a multi-thousand dollar 13 speaker atmos system? No. But, they are great for the 95% of us.","quoteExcerpt":"Soundbars can be fantastic. Will they ever beat a multi-thousand dollar 13 speaker atmos system? No."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jji18eu","sourceText":">Yes, if I want to tow a million pounds, it is better, but I don’t. And I certainly don’t want to pay the price to do so. Soundbars can be fantastic. Will they ever beat a multi-thousand dollar 13 speaker atmos system\n\nDumb comparison. Also, most people with AVRs aren't using multi thousand speaker systems either. I have a 5.1.2 system for \\~£1k","quoteExcerpt":">Yes, if I want to tow a million pounds, it is better, but I don’t. And I certainly don’t want to pa"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"komw19d","sourceText":"I gotta agree with you. It's a dumb comparison for sure. Sound bars are a terrible value. Even modest ones are overpriced.","quoteExcerpt":"Sound bars are a terrible value. Even modest ones are overpriced."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw9xr0","sourceText":"The worst soundbar is usually still better than the best TV speaker.","quoteExcerpt":"The worst soundbar is usually still better than the best TV speaker."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jixcdt4","sourceText":"Because some people are very snob and hate the changes, but I really love my Q990B, I can enjoy my movies and music in a very high level than never before, the atmos effects are very good, even in my video games like Destiny, GOW and many others 👌🏻\nIt’s more easy to set up and you avoid the cables issues and I don’t have any issues with my speakers, I bought my in November 22","quoteExcerpt":"I really love my Q990B, I can enjoy my movies and music in a very high level than never before."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j2sapka","sourceText":"No clear winner. It depends on your planned use and environment. I have both a soundbar-based system in our living room and stereo pair in the bedroom. Having a sub and Atmos-capabilities in the living room drove that decision. For the bedroom though, we don’t have room for the added equipment and watch mostly news, sitcoms, and talk shows.","quoteExcerpt":"No clear winner. It depends on your planned use and environment. I have both a soundbar-based system"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j2umkec","sourceText":"Theres always a 3.1 option for dedicated speakers","quoteExcerpt":"Theres always a 3.1 option for dedicated speakers"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j2uoqku","sourceText":"Stereo for sure. I love the convenience and style of soundbars, but a passive stereo pair, even the most modest, will win every time to my ear.","quoteExcerpt":"I love the convenience and style of soundbars, but a passive stereo pair, even the most modest, will win every time to my ear."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j30icxp","sourceText":"Dedicated Speakers always no matter what people believe or argue with. Bigger speaker drivers deliver a more fulling audio experience","quoteExcerpt":"Dedicated Speakers always no matter what people believe or argue with."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Issues with soundbar audio dropouts and connectivity","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"pwy8f5","sourceText":"Soundbar audio keeps cutting out My LG (SNY9) keeps cutting out with my tv (LG CX). It's connected via ARC. It's pretty sporadic but it happens all the fucking time. I'll be playing something then a few minutes in the sound will just stop and the only fix is when I swap audio from arc to internal speakers then back to arc but this is just a temporary fix. Anyone know what's going on? It's not the HDMI cable itself because I've already tried that.","quoteExcerpt":"It's pretty sporadic but it happens all the fucking time."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hekkeag","sourceText":"You could try to do following. Go into the audio settings or your TV and set it to PCM instead of DolbyDigital. Does it do the trick?","quoteExcerpt":"You could try to do following. Go into the audio settings or your TV and set it to PCM instead of Do"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hekn37z","sourceText":"Will this lose the ability to play Dolby Digital Plus (Atmos) though?","quoteExcerpt":"Will this lose the ability to play Dolby Digital Plus (Atmos) though?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hekpxnl","sourceText":"Yes most probably. But you could test it out to see if Dolby Digital Plus is the culprit. I have read that it could lead to audio drop outs.","quoteExcerpt":"Yes most probably. But you could test it out to see if Dolby Digital Plus is the culprit. I have rea"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hemj4y1","sourceText":"I'll try that. I've heard ARC itself on LG products might be a cause too so I'll try a factory reset too","quoteExcerpt":"I'll try that. I've heard ARC itself on LG products might be a cause too so I'll try a factory reset"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hemkg6h","sourceText":"Lot of problems with LG soundbar software and eArc.\n\n\nLG CX - LG SN8Y","quoteExcerpt":"Lot of problems with LG soundbar software and eArc."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hfdpmeb","sourceText":"How close is your wifi router to the soundbar? It is a known problem with LG if they are too close to each other.","quoteExcerpt":"How close is your wifi router to the soundbar? It is a known problem with LG if they are too close t"}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Skepticism about Q-Symphony and marketing hype","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"jfzy5ek","sourceText":"Never seen anyone in this sub praising Q-symphony.","quoteExcerpt":"Never seen anyone in this sub praising Q-symphony."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jfzzedw","sourceText":"Yeah I haven't heard anyone talking about it. In theory it sounds like it would be more immersive. Since most sound bars just mute TV audio and replace the in built TV speakers, and Q-symphony is supposed to also utilize the in built speakers on the Samsung TV so the soundbar and TV act as one unit. But more speakers might not equal better quality. I also do not know the quality of the speakers on Samsung TVs","quoteExcerpt":"But more speakers might not equal better quality."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jg2xzyf","sourceText":"I have it. I love it. You can tell when it’s not on. You just get a little bit of extra pop from the TV so you essentially have more speakers producing sound. \n\nIt’s not game changing though so I wouldn’t lean on it purely for a purchasing decision. But I’m def a fan of it.\n\nI went for the s95b for other reasons (QD oled) and don’t regret it one bit. You won’t regret either choice here though so go with your heart. Both options are winners!","quoteExcerpt":"It’s not game changing though so I wouldn’t lean on it purely for a purchasing decision."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jg0pmxh","sourceText":"It’s fine, but not a feature that I’d make a purchase for. I currently have a Q80T paired with a q930b sound bar. I tried Q Symphony before to see how it sounds and the additional sound from the tv speakers didn’t really add much. The soundstage on both the 930/990 sound a bit fuller without it especially when playing 4K Blu rays. Just my opinion though.","quoteExcerpt":"It’s fine, but not a feature that I’d make a purchase for."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jg29vpu","sourceText":"Makes audio louder but all the Samsung TVs I've seen have terrible tiny speakers so they don't add any value to the already awesome Samsung Hw q990b. Go with the LG G2 or C2. They are superb oleds paired with the 990b will be awesome. Q-Symphony is just marketing n doesn't improve overall sound experience unless it is their lower tier soundbars like the Q600B or 700, just uses the tiny speakers to maybe make it louder I guess. Doesn't contribute to a more immersive experience in my own experience owning the Q600B and now the Q930B","quoteExcerpt":"Q-Symphony is just marketing n doesn't improve overall sound experience."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jg01lno","sourceText":"I’ve seen people say good things about the Q990B’s sound quality, but never seem to see anyone raving about Q-Symphony. The fact that the S95B doesn’t support Dolby Vision was a big reason I went with an LG instead, what with Dolby Vision becoming more standardized compared to HDR10+. My personal preference is get the TV that you want first, and then worry about the sound after, but again it’s all personal preference. \n\nI was shopping for a decent surround setup for my TV a couple months ago, and was trying to decide between the Q990B and the LG S95QR. I know people like to hate on LG soundbars, but after seeing a lot of complaints about connection issues with the Q990B, I went with the S95QR and absolutely love it. I’ve had no connection problems, and the sound is amazing. That being said, I did read after that a lot of those issues with the Q990B were worked out for more recently manufactured units, and I’m sure it also sounds killer. Bottom line, whatever sound setup you go with, I personally wouldn’t hinge the decision regarding the TV on Q-Symphony. Also, whichever TV you go with, if you’re using a 4K disc player make you sure you run it through the soundbar to the TV via 4K pass through, since neither TV supports DTS!","quoteExcerpt":"I personally wouldn’t hinge the decision regarding the TV on Q-Symphony."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Skepticism about soundbars as a worthwhile investment","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"livpboy","sourceText":"Please do not waste your money buying overpriced crap from Bose, and please don't waste your money buying that soundbar, or any soundbar for that matter, unless you are just fully not wanting to get an AVR and deal with speakers and wires. \n\nYou talk about not wanting to break the bank, and then mention wanting to buy something like an overpriced Bose soundbar. Makes no sense.","quoteExcerpt":"Please do not waste your money buying overpriced crap from Bose, and please don't waste your money buying that soundbar, or any soundbar for that matter."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"liv2dl4","sourceText":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money. It is the general consensus of r/hometheater not to recommend these things and instead simply steer a user toward a 2.0 or 2.1 system made of quality, *Audio-Centric* name brand components which are easy to assemble and cheap enough for low budget or space conscious buyers. Most can be expanded to 5.1 if you buy the correct items in the correct order. For further explanation please read [Why You Shouldn't Buy a Soundbar](https://www.reddit.com/r/HTBuyingGuides/comments/dy885l/why_you_shouldnt_buy_a_soundbar/) Please be aware /r/Soundbars exists as well as you will be met with opposition to posting about soundbars here.\n\n*I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/hometheater) if you have any questions or concerns.*","quoteExcerpt":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Inquiry on home theater sound system setup","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"16h6irc","sourceText":"New to home theater: Where should I start with a sound system? I’m a huge cinephile, physical media collector, have a great OLED TV, and I feel like I have a good grasp on image quality / technology. But I’m a bit intimidated by sound.\n\nI can finally afford to invest in a sound system (nothing insane) and would love to learn the ropes / understand the basics — are there any helpful threads on the basics of sound systems? Purchasing guides?\n\nAny info would be much appreciated! Thanks!","quoteExcerpt":"I’m a bit intimidated by sound."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Bluetooth connectivity and adaptive ANC issues in audio devices","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"jcc7zz4","sourceText":"I've really been enjoying mine for the most part. My biggest complaints are the bluetooth connectivity issues and the adaptive ANC.\n\nBluetooth: I run into a similar issue (Galaxy S21 Ultra if that matters) but instead of having to manually reconnect the headphones randomly drop connection for a few seconds and then reconnect on their own. I was able to get multipoint with my phone and PC to work for about 20 minutes. After that time the connection dropped and only reconnected to my phone. I haven't been able to get multipoint to work since then.\n\nAdaptive ANC: These are my first ANC headphones so maybe it's simply my expectations are too high, but the Adaptice portion of ANC is very flakey. If I turn off Adaptive and just leave it in ANC mode it works fine. Even when using a snowblower outside. However when using adaptive it seems as though the headphones can't decide how to handle the noise level and will flip flop between ANC and Ambient modes.\n\nI'm hoping these are simply software related issues that can be resolved through updates. Outside of these issues I think the headphones sound great, battery life is fantastic, and they are the most comfortable pair I've owned.\n\nAnother thing I've noticed is that it doesn't seem like the Voice Guidance/Notification toggle works correctly in the app. I don't want my headphones reminding me how to listen to notifications every time I get a text.","quoteExcerpt":"Outside of these issues I think the headphones sound great, battery life is fantastic, and they are the most comfortable pair I've owned."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Discussion on home theater setup decisions and cost tradeoffs","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"151ute7","sourceText":"Are sound bars worth it? I’m helping my dad choose the best home theater setup. Our place is a two-bedroom apartment (around 800 sqft)\n\nWe tried some sound bars and found Devialet’s to be really good. But I would also say having the home theater set may create better experience.\n\nWas wondering if anyone has thoughts on sound bars and recommendations? If you recommend to get an audio setup, how should I get started? \n\nThanks!\n\nNote: I’m pretty new to the whole home theater world and but have always been very picky with anything audio. Apologies for any incorrect terminologies. Would love any advice and learnings too about anything audio-related","quoteExcerpt":"But I would also say having the home theater set may create better experience."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jsb00w0","sourceText":"I sold cars for 20 years, when someone would tell me what they wanted I would start with the absolute cheapest vehicle that met their needs, and then explain if they wanted something nicer it would cost more. It’s a very hard sell to show someone the nicest thing available and then tell them they can’t get any of that in their price range.\n\nWith a sound bar it’s generally a huge improvement over TV speakers. That said, a lot of sound bars can cost as much or more than a quality two channel set up. If someone can only afford $200-$300 why not show them a sound bar.\n\nPassable soundbars, Sennheiser, Sonos, and a couple somewhat custom from Klipsch or RBH but now you’re spending around $2,000 or more. Why not get a really nice 2 channel setup at that point?","quoteExcerpt":"With a sound bar it’s generally a huge improvement over TV speakers."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jsao1nk","sourceText":"for a no frills setup they are okay. Some people just want an upgrade and not some revolutionary setup only some ears can appreciate.","quoteExcerpt":"for a no frills setup they are okay."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kf6njda","sourceText":"what \"real\" pair of speakers do you recommend?","quoteExcerpt":"what 'real' pair of speakers do you recommend?"}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Recommendations favoring premium soundbar brands","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"11eha6d","sourceText":"Best soundbar for The Frame? Does anyone have particular sound bars they recommend? Or those that are having a consistent, good experience? I am looking to upgrade my Vizio soundbar from ages ago, particularly as I can't get a consistent audio sync on Apple TV.\n\nI'd love to go Sonos as I've already integrated into their system but, the horror stories/multiple issue posts on this sub has me worried.","quoteExcerpt":"Best soundbar for The Frame? Does anyone have particular sound bars they recommend?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ke4nzmc","sourceText":"This is the **Best Soundbar Recommendation for 2024 and beyond.** The Sony HT-A7000 is indeed a solid choice, especially with its Dolby Atmos support and other features. If you're open to considering an alternative, I'd recommend looking into the **Samsung HW-Q950T 9.1.4ch Soundbar**.\n\n​\n\n1. [Sony HT-A7000](https://circuitsathome.com/Sony-HT-A7000)\n2. [Samsung HW-Q950T 9.1.4ch Soundbar.](https://circuitsathome.com/Samsung-HW-Q950T)\n\n​\n\nThe Samsung HW-Q950T also supports Dolby Atmos, providing an immersive audio experience. With 9.1.4 channels, it delivers a powerful and dynamic sound. Additionally, it comes with a wireless subwoofer for deep bass and rear speakers for a more comprehensive surround sound setup. Samsung has a good reputation for audio quality, and this model has received positive reviews for its performance.\n\nBefore making a final decision, it's always a good idea to check reviews and user feedback to ensure it addresses any specific concerns you may have, such as consistent audio sync with your Apple TV. Happy soundbar hunting!","quoteExcerpt":"This is the **Best Soundbar Recommendation for 2024 and beyond.**"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jae002w","sourceText":"I have a gen 1 beam and no issues.\n\nIf you want something that aesthetically fits and is minimal, then the Samsung:\n\n[https://www.samsung.com/us/televisions-home-theater/home-theater/sound-bars/hw-s801b-3-1-2ch-soundbar-w-wireless-dolby-atmos-dts-x-2022-hw-s801b-za/](https://www.samsung.com/us/televisions-home-theater/home-theater/sound-bars/hw-s801b-3-1-2ch-soundbar-w-wireless-dolby-atmos-dts-x-2022-hw-s801b-za/)\n\n[https://www.samsung.com/us/televisions-home-theater/television-home-theater-accessories/audio-accessories/ultra-slim-soundbar-bezel-2022-vg-scfbs8tk-za/](https://www.samsung.com/us/televisions-home-theater/television-home-theater-accessories/audio-accessories/ultra-slim-soundbar-bezel-2022-vg-scfbs8tk-za/)","quoteExcerpt":"If you want something that aesthetically fits and is minimal, then the Samsung."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jak3j51","sourceText":"I’m very happy with my Samsung HW-S61B with the optional satellite speakers and subwoofer. It has this Q-Symphony feature that uses the TV’s speakers in addition to the soundar for room filling sound. And the eArc stuff works seamlessly too, auto-switching sources bypassing the Samsung home screen.","quoteExcerpt":"I’m very happy with my Samsung HW-S61B with the optional satellite speakers and subwoofer."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"IR code troubleshooting for universal remote compatibility","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"nfg66f","sourceText":"Majority soundbar IR code? I'm trying to connect a Majority brand soundbar to my FireTV remote, and amazon doesn't have their manufacturer IR codes in their system. Anyone had success getting Majority to work with a universal remote?","quoteExcerpt":"Anyone had success getting Majority to work with a universal remote?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kw21t17","sourceText":"Worked on my majority soundbar Thank You!","quoteExcerpt":"Worked on my majority soundbar Thank You!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kwtkbuh","sourceText":"Still Working as of March 27, 2024. Thank you!","quoteExcerpt":"Still Working as of March 27, 2024."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lmsmcze","sourceText":"The 5169 code worked on my Majority soundbar using advanced settings! Thank you!","quoteExcerpt":"The 5169 code worked on my Majority soundbar using advanced settings!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lpd2qoy","sourceText":"Thank you! The code worked for me too! ","quoteExcerpt":"Thank you! The code worked for me too!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j898f7s","sourceText":"I have a majority bowfell soundbar and found this thread... 5169 totally worked for me so THANK YOU","quoteExcerpt":"5169 totally worked for me so THANK YOU."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kbptf9r","sourceText":"Just tried 5169 to connect with Fire TV Insignia and it worked. Thanks","quoteExcerpt":"Just tried 5169 to connect with Fire TV Insignia and it worked."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kimjdcp","sourceText":"Same by me, thank you ^^","quoteExcerpt":"Same by me, thank you ^^"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"l3fokwf","sourceText":"Does your Mute button work on the Fire TV remote? I cant seem to get that to work. Volume works fine. Any advice?","quoteExcerpt":"I cant seem to get that to work."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m0j29me","sourceText":"I have govo gosurround 925 and I tried ir code 5169 but it didn't work any other ir other ir code suggestions for the soundbar will be helpful.","quoteExcerpt":"any other ir other ir code suggestions for the soundbar will be helpful."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mf29wnp","sourceText":"Just use the Amazon basics in your set up menu 5169 IR code would not work for me but the Amazon basics set up tab work just fine","quoteExcerpt":"the Amazon basics set up tab work just fine."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kjt3v00","sourceText":"Thank you for the IR code 🥰","quoteExcerpt":"Thank you for the IR code 🥰"}],"themeType":1},{"description":"HDMI-CEC remote control and integration challenges","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"18674jq","sourceText":"Control soundbar with TV remote WITHOUT HDMI Arc? Hey,\n\nRecently purchased a new TV (Samsung Q70CA 65\"). With my older Samsung TV I can control the volume of my soundbar with the TV remote after enabling it in the settings. Now the soundbar, which is LG, can only be connected via optical cable. My brother said that with the new TV's, the optical cable won't be sufficient if I want to be able to control the volume with the same remote, and that I need to connect it via HDMI Arc. And yeah the problem is my soundbar doesn't have HDMI. \n\nIs there any way to get around this, or no?\nThanks in advance","quoteExcerpt":"Now the soundbar, which is LG, can only be connected via optical cable."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kb6c3y2","sourceText":"Don't think so, it's actually HDMI-CEC control that enables such features over hdmi and ARC is the protocol used to allow the sound from your TV and devices connected to your TV to reach the s/bar.\nI think your options are to either buy a new s/bar or try a \"universal\" remote control like a \"one for all\" model. These can be programmed to control your TV and \" sound system\" using infra red. There are various models with different features for device control. You'd have to research which model.","quoteExcerpt":"it's actually HDMI-CEC control that enables such features over hdmi and ARC is the protocol used to allow the sound from your TV and devices connected to your TV to reach the s/bar."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Remote control and HDMI-CEC integration challenges","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"o238e2","sourceText":"Can no longer control volume of soundbar after random TV restart Hi everyone,\n\nI have a LG CX tv and a samsung Q80r soundbar. they used to work together great in terms of controlling volume from the tv remote and automatically turning on the soundbar with the tv. A few days during gaming the tv randomly restarted and since then I can no longer control the volume from the tv remote. \nAnyone had this before and might know a fix? I tried power cycling both devices and re-adding the soundbar in the devices menu but no luck.\n\nThanks!\n\nedit: got it working by swapping out the cable that connected the tv to the soundbar. not sure why it works now, perhaps something in the cable burnt through?","quoteExcerpt":"Can no longer control volume of soundbar after random TV restart."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h24g7yo","sourceText":"In the settings, I believe under devices or connections there should be an option to turn on magic remote. That will allow the tv remote to control the soundbar.\n\nAs for powering on, I believe under thr same menus there is an option to allow devices to auto turn on and off with the tv","quoteExcerpt":"In the settings, I believe under devices or connections there should be an option to turn on magic remote."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h28zho8","sourceText":"I tried setting up again but that didnt work :( the turning on and off does work, just the volume is not doing anything. thanks for the suggestion though :)","quoteExcerpt":"the turning on and off does work, just the volume is not doing anything."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h24i5lr","sourceText":"Your universal control settings are probably reset. You can do this on your home dashboard and select the correct hdmi port","quoteExcerpt":"Your universal control settings are probably reset."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h29ccle","sourceText":"I got it working again by swapping out the hdmi cable used to connect the soundbar and the tv. not sure why it works again now though as the new cable is identical to the one that used to work. amyhow, thanks for all the suggestions!","quoteExcerpt":"I got it working again by swapping out the hdmi cable used to connect the soundbar and the tv."},{"type":"post","typeID":"c1gt5j","sourceText":"Can’t use Samsung TV remote to control Vizio soundbar - why? All it displayed when the volume is hit is “Audio Out/Optical”\n\nMy DirecTV remote use to control them all (but cut the cord recently) and I’ve got tired of getting two remotes to do one thing. \n\nHave a Samsung 4K Smart TV - model #UN55NU6900 & a Vizio soundbar\n\nAny help would be much appreciated!","quoteExcerpt":"I’ve got tired of getting two remotes to do one thing."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"f3ourm2","sourceText":"I had the same issue with my 2018 Samsung TV and my Vizio soundbar. When I tried to connect it as an audio source, it would never find it as an audio device (with the official excuse per other forums that you can't control audio connected to optical out). When I was looking at the sources on my TV, I saw the sources (cable, blu-ray, etc) I saw one setting for 'Universal Remote' on the far right. I selected it and chose to setup a connection to a new device, and chose Home Theater (as if it was a receiver). I didn't see 'Vizio' in the list, and added it manually. The next screen (as you may have seen before) asked me to press an on screen button to see if it would turn off the device. It did immediately. I can now use the Samsung remote to control the volume of the Vizio sound bar.","quoteExcerpt":"I can now use the Samsung remote to control the volume of the Vizio sound bar."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Random audio playback issues on soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"mfzr1d","sourceText":"Vizio V51 Soundbar starts playing random sounds, and the only way to stop it is to mute and wait for it to go away This has been happening for a while and I'm starting to get very fed up with it. Randomly while I'm watching TV or playing a game it will start playing music or lately it's been playing what I think is Islamic talk radio. The only way for me to get it to stop is to mute it and wait for it to stop. Even if I change the input or turn the soundbar off it will not stop. I have no idea how to stop this from happening but it is very aggravating to sit down to watch something and have to wait ten minutes for the random Islamic preacher to stop talking through my soundbar. Has anyone else ever had this problem or no of any fix to this??","quoteExcerpt":"it is very aggravating to sit down to watch something and have to wait ten minutes for the random Islamic preacher to stop talking through my soundbar."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gst870d","sourceText":"Can you provide your sound bar's full model number for us? \n\n\nAlso, let's check the sound bar's current firmware version. Press and hold down at the same time the volume down and volume up buttons on the sound bar. This will make the sound bar tell you its current firmware version. What is the firmware version of your sound bar right now? \n\n\nThanks!","quoteExcerpt":"Can you provide your sound bar's full model number for us? \n\n\nAlso, let's check the sound bar's cur"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gsqqj9h","sourceText":"Disable Bluetooth","quoteExcerpt":"Disable Bluetooth"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gsr41vi","sourceText":"Like others have suggested, one of your neigbours is connecting to your soundbar via Bluetooth. This phenomenon has been posted about several times and Vizio still ships soundbars with this defect.\n\nFor some people, a software update has fixed the problem (it fixed mine) while others have elected to return theirs instead.","quoteExcerpt":"this phenomenon has been posted about several times and Vizio still ships soundbars with this defect."}],"themeType":4}],"pros":[],"cleanTitle":"BYL Bestisan Sound Bars for TV","compareAttributes":[{"attribute":"Sound Quality","fitDescription":"The soundbar promises rich bass and clear highs, though user feedback hints at issues with audio sync that tarnish its overall clarity.","rank":13,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Connectivity","fitDescription":"While it offers multiple connectivity options, consistent complaints about intermittent Bluetooth and syncing issues indicate that its connection reliability is subpar.","rank":13,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Design & Build","fitDescription":"Its ultra-compact design with wall-mount options fits small spaces neatly, and there are few complaints in this area despite other technical setbacks.","rank":13,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Ease of Use","fitDescription":"The product features easy setup via HDMI ARC and a remote-controlled interface, but recurring sync problems slightly diminish the otherwise straightforward user experience.","rank":13,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Feature Set","fitDescription":"Equipped with DSP processing and multiple EQ modes, it offers advanced audio features; however, functionality is marred by the instability of key features like Bluetooth.","rank":13,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Compatibility","fitDescription":"It is designed to work broadly with TVs, PCs, and mobile devices, yet compatibility feels secondary when connectivity issues disrupt the intended performance.","rank":13,"rankTotal":20}],"useCases":[{"attribute":"Home Theater Experience","fitDescription":"The soundbar aims to transform small living rooms into mini theaters, though its inconsistent performance may detract from a seamless movie experience.","rank":13,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"TV Sound Enhancement","fitDescription":"Designed to boost dialogue and clarity for everyday TV viewing, it falls short when sync issues and dropouts become a distraction during news or sports.","rank":13,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Music Streaming","fitDescription":"With Bluetooth streaming capabilities, it offers an attractive option for music lovers, yet frequent connectivity problems can interrupt wireless playback.","rank":13,"rankTotal":20},{"attribute":"Gaming & Conferences","fitDescription":"Its clear sound and compact design suit gaming and video conferencing, though the persistent syncing delays may be a dealbreaker for real-time interactions.","rank":13,"rankTotal":20}],"commentScore":0,"overallScore":2.5,"sentimentScore":0.6,"technicalScore":4,"sum":78,"aggregatedQuotes":[{"text":"Feeling pretty pissed and ripped off right now, paid $2200+ for a TV that needs to be hard-reset ever so often.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"xlk7x4","post_id":"xlk7x4","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"I can say the Bluetooth connection is poor quality. Cuts in and out all the time.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ipk4osw","post_id":"xlk7x4","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"same problem here. sound is gone.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ivvu8kj","post_id":"xlk7x4","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"My roku ultra is out of sync and I’m wondering how I can fix it?","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"14et2ny","post_id":"14et2ny","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"Mine does this occasionally.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jox3240","post_id":"14et2ny","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"I will probably do this the next time it messes up!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jox81k3","post_id":"14et2ny","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"Unplug and replug. Usually works.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jox87rh","post_id":"14et2ny","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"Since the last 2 updates my Ultra does this all the time.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jrbincm","post_id":"14et2ny","fieldType":"con"},{"text":"Soundbars can be fantastic. Will they ever beat a multi-thousand dollar 13 speaker atmos system? No.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw5dp0","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":">Yes, if I want to tow a million pounds, it is better, but I don’t. And I certainly don’t want to pa","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jji18eu","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sound bars are a terrible value. Even modest ones are overpriced.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"komw19d","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The worst soundbar is usually still better than the best TV speaker.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jiw9xr0","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I really love my Q990B, I can enjoy my movies and music in a very high level than never before.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jixcdt4","post_id":"137ukxi","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"No clear winner. It depends on your planned use and environment. I have both a soundbar-based system","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j2sapka","post_id":"102chup","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Theres always a 3.1 option for dedicated speakers","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j2umkec","post_id":"102chup","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I love the convenience and style of soundbars, but a passive stereo pair, even the most modest, will win every time to my ear.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j2uoqku","post_id":"102chup","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Dedicated Speakers always no matter what people believe or argue with.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j30icxp","post_id":"102chup","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It's pretty sporadic but it happens all the fucking time.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"pwy8f5","post_id":"pwy8f5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"You could try to do following. Go into the audio settings or your TV and set it to PCM instead of Do","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hekkeag","post_id":"pwy8f5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Will this lose the ability to play Dolby Digital Plus (Atmos) though?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hekn37z","post_id":"pwy8f5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Yes most probably. But you could test it out to see if Dolby Digital Plus is the culprit. I have rea","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hekpxnl","post_id":"pwy8f5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I'll try that. I've heard ARC itself on LG products might be a cause too so I'll try a factory reset","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hemj4y1","post_id":"pwy8f5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Lot of problems with LG soundbar software and eArc.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hemkg6h","post_id":"pwy8f5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"How close is your wifi router to the soundbar? It is a known problem with LG if they are too close t","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hfdpmeb","post_id":"pwy8f5","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Never seen anyone in this sub praising Q-symphony.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jfzy5ek","post_id":"12jvyog","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"But more speakers might not equal better quality.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jfzzedw","post_id":"12jvyog","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It’s not game changing though so I wouldn’t lean on it purely for a purchasing decision.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jg2xzyf","post_id":"12jvyog","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It’s fine, but not a feature that I’d make a purchase for.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jg0pmxh","post_id":"12jvyog","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Q-Symphony is just marketing n doesn't improve overall sound experience.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jg29vpu","post_id":"12jvyog","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I personally wouldn’t hinge the decision regarding the TV on Q-Symphony.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jg01lno","post_id":"12jvyog","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Please do not waste your money buying overpriced crap from Bose, and please don't waste your money buying that soundbar, or any soundbar for that matter.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"livpboy","post_id":"1ew08w4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"99.9% of the time Soundbars or HTiB (Home Theater in a Box) systems are not a good investment of your time and money.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"liv2dl4","post_id":"1ew08w4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I’m a bit intimidated by sound.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"16h6irc","post_id":"16h6irc","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Outside of these issues I think the headphones sound great, battery life is fantastic, and they are the most comfortable pair I've owned.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jcc7zz4","post_id":"11pvlkb","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"But I would also say having the home theater set may create better experience.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"151ute7","post_id":"151ute7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"With a sound bar it’s generally a huge improvement over TV speakers.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jsb00w0","post_id":"151ute7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"for a no frills setup they are okay.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jsao1nk","post_id":"151ute7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"what 'real' pair of speakers do you recommend?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kf6njda","post_id":"151ute7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Best soundbar for The Frame? Does anyone have particular sound bars they recommend?","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"11eha6d","post_id":"11eha6d","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"This is the **Best Soundbar Recommendation for 2024 and beyond.**","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ke4nzmc","post_id":"11eha6d","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"If you want something that aesthetically fits and is minimal, then the Samsung.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jae002w","post_id":"11eha6d","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I’m very happy with my Samsung HW-S61B with the optional satellite speakers and subwoofer.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jak3j51","post_id":"11eha6d","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Anyone had success getting Majority to work with a universal remote?","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"nfg66f","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Worked on my majority soundbar Thank You!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kw21t17","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Still Working as of March 27, 2024.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kwtkbuh","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The 5169 code worked on my Majority soundbar using advanced settings!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lmsmcze","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thank you! The code worked for me too!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lpd2qoy","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"5169 totally worked for me so THANK YOU.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j898f7s","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Just tried 5169 to connect with Fire TV Insignia and it worked.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kbptf9r","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Same by me, thank you ^^","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kimjdcp","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I cant seem to get that to work.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"l3fokwf","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"any other ir other ir code suggestions for the soundbar will be helpful.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m0j29me","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the Amazon basics set up tab work just fine.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mf29wnp","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Thank you for the IR code 🥰","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kjt3v00","post_id":"nfg66f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Now the soundbar, which is LG, can only be connected via optical cable.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"18674jq","post_id":"18674jq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"it's actually HDMI-CEC control that enables such features over hdmi and ARC is the protocol used to allow the sound from your TV and devices connected to your TV to reach the s/bar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kb6c3y2","post_id":"18674jq","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Can no longer control volume of soundbar after random TV restart.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"o238e2","post_id":"o238e2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"In the settings, I believe under devices or connections there should be an option to turn on magic remote.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h24g7yo","post_id":"o238e2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the turning on and off does work, just the volume is not doing anything.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h28zho8","post_id":"o238e2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Your universal control settings are probably reset.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h24i5lr","post_id":"o238e2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I got it working again by swapping out the hdmi cable used to connect the soundbar and the tv.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h29ccle","post_id":"o238e2","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I’ve got tired of getting two remotes to do one thing.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"c1gt5j","post_id":"c1gt5j","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I can now use the Samsung remote to control the volume of the Vizio sound bar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"f3ourm2","post_id":"c1gt5j","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"it is very aggravating to sit down to watch something and have to wait ten minutes for the random Islamic preacher to stop talking through my soundbar.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"mfzr1d","post_id":"mfzr1d","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Can you provide your sound bar's full model number for us? 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Looking at a few different options on sale and have no idea if the higher \"regular prices\" mean a noticeable difference in quality or useful features. I should mention I don't have a samsung tv so Q-symphony is useless for me. Any input is appreciated.\n\nBest Buy:\n\nSamsung HW-B650/ZA 3.1 w/dolby 5.1 - was $400 now $209\n\nSamsung HW-Q60C/ZA 3.1 w/dolby atmos - was $500 now $250\n\nSam's:\n\nSamsung HW-B63C 3.1 w/dolby 5.1 - was $300 now $200\n\nSamsung HW-Q6CC/ZA 3.1 w/dolby atmos - was $400 now $230\n\nVizio M51a-H 5.1 w/dolby atmos - was $300 now $200\n\n[https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-hw-b650-za-3-1ch-soundbar-with-dolby-5-1-dts-virtualx-black/6505155.p?skuId=6505155](https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-hw-b650-za-3-1ch-soundbar-with-dolby-5-1-dts-virtualx-black/6505155.p?skuId=6505155)\n\n[https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-q-series-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-titan-black/6535892.p?skuId=6535892](https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-q-series-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-titan-black/6535892.p?skuId=6535892)\n\n[https://www.samsclub.com/p/samsung-wireless-3-1-channel-soundbar-subwoofer-dolby-audio/P03007502?xid=plp\\_product\\_1](https://www.samsclub.com/p/samsung-wireless-3-1-channel-soundbar-subwoofer-dolby-audio/P03007502?xid=plp_product_1)\n\n[https://www.samsclub.com/p/samsung-3-1-channel-sound-bar-wireless-subwoofer/P03019217?xid=plp\\_product\\_3](https://www.samsclub.com/p/samsung-3-1-channel-sound-bar-wireless-subwoofer/P03019217?xid=plp_product_3)\n\n[https://www.samsclub.com/p/vizio-5-1-soundbar-with-subwoofer-m51a-h/prod25180221?xid=plp\\_product\\_2](https://www.samsclub.com/p/vizio-5-1-soundbar-with-subwoofer-m51a-h/prod25180221?xid=plp_product_2)","quoteExcerpt":"I should mention I don't have a samsung tv so Q-symphony is useless for me."}]}],"interesting":[{"description":"Connectivity Options and Limitations","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0sps2","sourceText":"The only Bluetooth speakers you can use with the Roku tv are the Roku wireless speakers. Otherwise, you must use av or optical.","quoteExcerpt":"The only Bluetooth speakers you can use with the Roku tv are the Roku wireless speakers."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex2ococ","sourceText":"And those aren't Bluetooth, they're WiFi Direct.","quoteExcerpt":"And those aren't Bluetooth, they're WiFi Direct."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex0ukyd","sourceText":"As far as I know, the only speakers that will connect to a Roku TV wirelessly are the official Roku speakers. Either use an optical connection, or replace the soundbar with another cheap one that at least has an HDMI ARC port. For what it's worth, I use a Samsung soundbar with my TCL TV via HDMI ARC and it works flawlessly, but it wasn't cheap.","quoteExcerpt":"As far as I know, the only speakers that will connect to a Roku TV wirelessly are the official Roku speakers."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ex5hldi","sourceText":"In case anyone wants to know I bought the Sony 2.0 channel soundbar and it works great with the HDMI ARC input with no sound delay whatsoever.","quoteExcerpt":"it works great with the HDMI ARC input with no sound delay whatsoever."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Value for Money & Pricing","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"j0adfs9","sourceText":"Based on Samsung's site, this is a solid soundbar for $97 plus tax. Heck of a deal.\n\nThe Atmos effects might not be crazy compared to dedicated up firing speakers. But, still amazing compared to what came with her TV. Assuming they didn't lie about the dedicated center channel speaker, the voice/speech should be quite clear.\n\n200 watts of power all from only a sound bar is going to fill most living rooms. For reference, my cx65 has 2 down firing 20-watt speakers. It fills my living room with a crazy amount of sound and clear dialogue. 200 watts of power with front and side firing speakers should be amazing. \n\nWifi 2.4 and 5.0 support is a solid plus. It lets you connect it to the high-speed wifi channels. \n\nIt's a good soundbar for under $200. Especially for $97 plus tax.","quoteExcerpt":"Heck of a deal."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jth0187","sourceText":"I own this and it’s definitely worth the $70 more…\n\nhttps://www.bestbuy.com/site/sku/6505163.p?skuId=6505163\n\nAlso, here’s both my reviews on it…\n\nSamsung HW-S60B Review\n\nI purchased the Samsung HW-S60B and for an all-in-one with the option to add rear surrounds and a subwoofer in the future, I’m impressed. The soundstage is extremely wide cause the side speakers projects its sound which bounces off the walls. DTS:X is some fantastic virtual surround. It is a 5.0 setup which does a great job at separating the sound into five distinct channels. The bar does produce a fairly decent amount of bass through its dual rear passive radiators. It does have Dolby Atmos support which adds deeper dimension to its overall sound. Listening to the demo at Best Buy did not do it justice, cause once I set it up in my studio, WOW 🤩\n\n2ND REVIEW:\n\nI picked up the Samsung HW-S60B 5.0 with Dolby Atmos functionality. It also has the option to add a future wireless sub and rear surrounds, something a competing 5.0 bar does not have😢😢😢 I am currently in the process of watching ALL my Dolby Atmos movies over again. Star Wars sounds FANTASTIC on it. I’ve listened to the Star Wars original soundtrack and with my eyes closed while reclined in my recliner which made my studio sound like a concert hall. It’s currently on sale at Best Buy for $249, down from $349. I paid $269 for mine. Listening to the demo in Best Buy DIDN’T do it justice. I’m glad I purchased it and hooked it up at home. The side speakers needs to bounce off walls in order to fully enjoy the immersive surround sound. I paired it originally with a Hisense H8G from 2020. It’s now paired with my new TCL 55S555 which I bought yesterday. I highly recommend it for simple, no hassle, audio enjoyment😁😁😁\n\nUpdate:\n\nI am currently watching the original Star Trek The Motion Picture Director’s Cut with Dolby Atmos. While watching the shuttle scene where Mr. Scott takes Captain Kirk over to the Enterprise, I heard different nuances of sound floating in the air, all around me. I heard bells at low volume coming from the right front driver of the bar. As I listen to the all of the sounds, I feel goosebumps from head to toe. The more I listen, the more I CAN’T recommend this soundbar enough and I don’t even have the optional subwoofer or rear surrounds!!!\n\nUpdate 2:\n\nI bought the director's cut for Star Trek The Motion Picture last night for $4.99 from iTunes. It had both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. The colors and entire picture pops with both QLED and Dolby Vision. What amazes me with this version is that not only are there 5 distinct channels (5.0), with Dolby Atmos all the sounds appear to float in the air around me. I know that sounds cooky but, since Dolby Atmos is object base, the objects appear to float instead of remaining static as with plain 5.1 sound. Hope that makes sense. You'd have to be in front of the bar to hear. Wish I could record it with my iPhone and have it recreate the sounds 🙄","quoteExcerpt":"WOW 🤩"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jtftewq","sourceText":"I'd buy it with the knowledge you could always return it. For $200 it's worth the hassle.","quoteExcerpt":"For $200 it's worth the hassle."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jtgbed7","sourceText":"I just bought one because the Bose I bought at Costco died. I returned the Bose and saved $200+. It sounds great","quoteExcerpt":"It sounds great."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Model Variants Confusion","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"j0c3tq0","sourceText":"Hi thank you for the reply. I'm hoping it is a good as I seen on the product page. \n\nBut was confused about s60 vs s61 seemed strange no reviews anywhere. Someone just mentioned to me that the model # difference is to just reflect the color white/black and it is the same exact one. So that can make sense. I did see this soundbar allows surround speakers to buy separately and also a subwoofer to make it even better. \n\nSamsung $150 for speakers, best buy open box excellent is $100. So I am possibly considering that.","quoteExcerpt":"But was confused about s60 vs s61 seemed strange no reviews anywhere."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j0bt2cu","sourceText":"Just look for S60B reviews. They're the exact same model, except the S61 is white and the S60 is black.","quoteExcerpt":"Just look for S60B reviews."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j0nvjia","sourceText":"From what I understand the 61 is the white version of the 60. Man heck of deal though! I just bought the 60B for $199 from Amazon. Last week, wish i saw that first lol","quoteExcerpt":"Man heck of deal though!"}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Sound Quality and Clarity","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"k4hajz9","sourceText":"I can't really say , as I don't live with my mom\n\nHowever upon setting and up myself and searching for a whole bunch of different issues cuz generally that's how I am with any of my electronics I'm searching for the issues first.\n\nI have not seen any sort of voice lag with the soundbar on the times when I visit my mom and I use the sound bar.\n\nAlso the voice is very clear man for 5.0 system it is very cool like you hear it very clearly.","quoteExcerpt":"the voice is very clear man for 5.0 system it is very cool like you hear it very clearly."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lvx7wqf","sourceText":"I have no experience with this soundbar, but I do have experience with cheap audio. A soundbar like that will likely sound better than your TV, but I have my doubts about it making voices more understandable. If that is what you want I’d suggest researching what products will do that best and go for that.","quoteExcerpt":"A soundbar like that will likely sound better than your TV, but I have my doubts about it making voices more understandable."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"iqzbz7l","sourceText":"I get that your saying the Q990b has better surround sound and Atmos but how is the sound quality as in the Clarity? Is there any muddiness? Is it similar to the Sony? I’m thinking of returning my HT-A7000 and SARS5’s and get this instead. Also did you have any issues with connection?","quoteExcerpt":"how is the sound quality as in the Clarity? Is there any muddiness?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jsmrv9b","sourceText":"my 2-cents here. I \"upgraded\" from an old Yamaha RX-V475 receiver with 5.1 Klipsch speakers and Sub-8 subwoofer - that I bought off craigslist for $100 (the 5.1 system). The q990b was purchased brand-new off amazon. Truthfully, and I am no audiophile.. I cannot hear a difference! I really thought the Atmos content would offer something, to me, it does not. Just my 2-cents. BTW - I tried selling my old system detailed above on CL - and nobody wanted it for $50 - so I gave it all away..","quoteExcerpt":"Truthfully, and I am no audiophile.. I cannot hear a difference!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ir1tlwu","sourceText":"https://www.rtings.com/soundbar/reviews/samsung/hw-q990b\nIn terms of sound clarity, compression, and distortion. The q990b is one of the best or basically the best when it comes to Sound Quality. You can do comparisons with the sony and all the other soundbars.","quoteExcerpt":"the q990b is one of the best or basically the best when it comes to Sound Quality."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"j09aioj","sourceText":"had it for about 4 days and haven't had any drops, the system is pretty amazing and im using it on a Sony a80j 77, im still trying to find the best settings specially for dialog that sometimes its hard to hear what they say, tried the voice enhancement and didn't like it, it kills the lows and mids. so far im using adaptive sound with center speaker at +5 and everything else at +2, Sub at +2 bass +4 treble +1","quoteExcerpt":"the system is pretty amazing and im using it on a Sony a80j 77."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Preference for Up‐firing Speakers / 3.1+ Configurations","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"jthvpoc","sourceText":"Returned bose 700 for this speaker and then ordered the 9500s rear wireless speakers from best buy for $120. Went with this over the q67cb because of the up firing speakers and the rear speakers not needing wires together. Sounds good to me. But then I'm not an audiophile.","quoteExcerpt":"Sounds good to me. But then I'm not an audiophile."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lvxbxdd","sourceText":"In my experience, I would look for a bar that is 3.1 configuration. That gives you dedicated channels for left, right and centre plus the sub. The centre channel is what should deliver better voice / speech to your ears.","quoteExcerpt":"That gives you dedicated channels for left, right and centre plus the sub."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lvxgne6","sourceText":"I am looking for a soundbar right now for my TV also. When watching movies I can't sometimes make out clearly what they are saying. As I understand it at 3.1 soundbar would give me a centre speaker which will help out a lot with voice but also give me left and right speakers. I also want to have a wireless sub. Aiming at a Samsung or a Bose, hoping for a Black Friday or Cyber Monday sale, $400 budget tops. Sonos, Sennheiser or a home theatre system would be wonderful but too pricy for my budget right now. Anyway yes target a soundbar with a centre speaker (3.1).","quoteExcerpt":"Aiming at a Samsung or a Bose, hoping for a Black Friday or Cyber Monday sale, $400 budget tops."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Mixed opinions on the Q-Symphony feature","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"jfzy5ek","sourceText":"Never seen anyone in this sub praising Q-symphony.","quoteExcerpt":"Never seen anyone in this sub praising Q-symphony."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jfzzedw","sourceText":"Yeah I haven't heard anyone talking about it. In theory it sounds like it would be more immersive. Since most sound bars just mute TV audio and replace the in built TV speakers, and Q-symphony is supposed to also utilize the in built speakers on the Samsung TV so the soundbar and TV act as one unit. But more speakers might not equal better quality. I also do not know the quality of the speakers on Samsung TVs","quoteExcerpt":"In theory it sounds like it would be more immersive."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jg2xzyf","sourceText":"I have it. I love it. You can tell when it’s not on. You just get a little bit of extra pop from the TV so you essentially have more speakers producing sound. \n\nIt’s not game changing though so I wouldn’t lean on it purely for a purchasing decision. But I’m def a fan of it.\n\nI went for the s95b for other reasons (QD oled) and don’t regret it one bit. You won’t regret either choice here though so go with your heart. Both options are winners!","quoteExcerpt":"You can tell when it’s not on."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jg0pmxh","sourceText":"It’s fine, but not a feature that I’d make a purchase for. I currently have a Q80T paired with a q930b sound bar. I tried Q Symphony before to see how it sounds and the additional sound from the tv speakers didn’t really add much. The soundstage on both the 930/990 sound a bit fuller without it especially when playing 4K Blu rays. Just my opinion though.","quoteExcerpt":"It’s fine, but not a feature that I’d make a purchase for."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jg29vpu","sourceText":"Makes audio louder but all the Samsung TVs I've seen have terrible tiny speakers so they don't add any value to the already awesome Samsung Hw q990b. Go with the LG G2 or C2. They are superb oleds paired with the 990b will be awesome. Q-Symphony is just marketing n doesn't improve overall sound experience unless it is their lower tier soundbars like the Q600B or 700, just uses the tiny speakers to maybe make it louder I guess. Doesn't contribute to a more immersive experience in my own experience owning the Q600B and now the Q930B","quoteExcerpt":"Q-Symphony is just marketing n doesn't improve overall sound experience."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"jg01lno","sourceText":"I’ve seen people say good things about the Q990B’s sound quality, but never seem to see anyone raving about Q-Symphony. The fact that the S95B doesn’t support Dolby Vision was a big reason I went with an LG instead, what with Dolby Vision becoming more standardized compared to HDR10+. My personal preference is get the TV that you want first, and then worry about the sound after, but again it’s all personal preference. \n\nI was shopping for a decent surround setup for my TV a couple months ago, and was trying to decide between the Q990B and the LG S95QR. I know people like to hate on LG soundbars, but after seeing a lot of complaints about connection issues with the Q990B, I went with the S95QR and absolutely love it. I’ve had no connection problems, and the sound is amazing. That being said, I did read after that a lot of those issues with the Q990B were worked out for more recently manufactured units, and I’m sure it also sounds killer. Bottom line, whatever sound setup you go with, I personally wouldn’t hinge the decision regarding the TV on Q-Symphony. Also, whichever TV you go with, if you’re using a 4K disc player make you sure you run it through the soundbar to the TV via 4K pass through, since neither TV supports DTS!","quoteExcerpt":"I personally wouldn’t hinge the decision regarding the TV on Q-Symphony."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"g38lxu9","sourceText":"For anyone wondering the same thing as I did, is Q-Symphony worth it, my personal answer is an absolute YES.\n\nThough not a huge difference, the additional clarity in voice and actual sound effects (Atmos demo on YT is a good example) make the purchase definitely worth while.I tried the Atmos demo (awesome), 6 Underground on Netflix (Atmos, sounds AMAZING), a random football game with crowd and my personal favorite, F1.\n\nIn all cases it really added to the experience. Is the difference as big as TV vs Soundbar, no. That's an incomparable difference. If TV speakers are a slice of bread with a single slice of cheese, the soundbar is an amazing Club Sandwich with fries. Are there better sandwiches out there, absolutely. But this is a pretty good sandwich if you don't want to spend north of 500e.\n\nSound is crisp, voices are clear, bass is nice and deep and it's easy to update the bar via Wifi (there is a mini-USB port on it, WTAF....)\n\nAll in all, I am more than happy I went for the HW-Q70T. If anyone running into this topic in the future has any questions, I'll be happy to answer them :) \n\n\nSpecial thanks to @[mattinlax](https://www.reddit.com/user/mattinlax/) for giving me the final push.","quoteExcerpt":"If TV speakers are a slice of bread with a single slice of cheese, the soundbar is an amazing Club Sandwich."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"g2y6tm7","sourceText":"Someone in an older thread said this:\n\n>May be an older thread but i just got a q900t and q950t soundbar. Pairing and getting qsymphony to work was pretty easy. However using it... There was a definite disconnect between the sound from the tv and the sound from the bar which turned out to be insanely distracting. The bar was alright for the price but i turned off qsymphony. It sounds like the tv speakers are distorting and sound placement is just plain odd. Also even after three days the soundbar’s fabric looks like a hundred hands have been touching if, so no more kvadrat for me in the future.\n\nGive the fact that crappy TV speakers are the reason that most people buy soundbars in the first place, the idea of using them as part of your overall home theater experience seems like it wouldn't be a great idea.","quoteExcerpt":"the idea of using them as part of your overall home theater experience seems like it wouldn't be a great idea."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hlttno8","sourceText":"Ok, here you go. I have the q950a sound bar which unbelievable. Just got the new Samsung qn 90a neo qled tv and paired it with the soundbar. Turned on Q Symphony and the sound is beyond unbelievable! I was actually shocked how much it added. Tbe sound is EVERYWHERE! Absolutely amazing.","quoteExcerpt":"I was actually shocked how much it added. The sound is EVERYWHERE!"}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Criticism of SpaceFit Sound Pro calibration as ineffective","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"lwn6leu","sourceText":"Yes but Considering how little it did in my situation, I actually consider it false advertising. I was using it with an LG g2. I think it only corrects for phase because it was basically imperceptible","quoteExcerpt":"Considering how little it did in my situation, I actually consider it false advertising."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lwpgu8x","sourceText":"Does it move around the settings in the smart things app? My Spacefit Sound Pro is always on and it's never moved one single setting in the app...","quoteExcerpt":"My Spacefit Sound Pro is always on and it's never moved one single setting in the app..."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lyhrgwo","sourceText":"That's what I mean. It doesn't change settings of the app, it deals with phase.\n\nPhase is something that humans \"can't hear\". Still has effects and is shift or face cancellation is a real thing, but it's more concerned with sub frequencies and acoustic issues. My subwoofers often have a 180° phase shift button.\n\nMy theory is the space fit pro is simply a phase checker. It doesn't calibrate anything to your room, it just simply looks to see that the subwoofer is not acoustically being canceled out or have phase problems. Also why I consider it advertising, because it only works with the sub, it doesn't actually correct any of the rest of the spectrum.","quoteExcerpt":"My theory is the space fit pro is simply a phase checker."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mh3f6mi","sourceText":"I have a Q990C and I can pretty confidently say SpaceFit Sound Pro does absolutely nothing. A triumph of marketing over substance.\nNot quite sure what I am most annoyed about, Samsung or all the fawning reviews over what is a pretty unconfigurable piece of equipment. \nAs someone already said, no ability to have it play test tones so you can calibrate. In hindsight an absolute red flag. \nBut Samsung will continue to get away with this crap in the home theatre review ecosystem the way it is. \nSure it sounds good, but it should sound great. \nAnother big bear is the volume increments are waaaay too course. For me, listening to music, 9 is too quiet, 10 is too loud.","quoteExcerpt":"A triumph of marketing over substance."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m5yvqdj","sourceText":"So should I turn on space fit pro and the adaptive sound+ or should I leave it off on my q990d? Idk if it’s just me but I think the sound sounds more balanced with them both off it doesn’t get super loud then low like it does with it on","quoteExcerpt":"I think the sound sounds more balanced with them both off."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mfrewfy","sourceText":"I have a du7200 and q700c. I cant find the spacefit sound feature. Help please :D","quoteExcerpt":"I cant find the spacefit sound feature."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Debate over soundbar performance for music with weak midrange","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"m2t7iye","sourceText":"Sound can be all very subjective. I'm very much into audio and a musician. I own a 930b and I paid 1100 for it a few years ago. I'll always switch to vinyl rather than the soundbar for music and my vinyl player only cost 400 with 2 active speakers. Even when I've got the eq dialled in their is too much warmth and middle missing for me to enjoy a lot of music. Just not for me unless it's for a party and I just need something loud.\n\nFor movies and gaming it sounds amazing. Music not so much... That's my experience.","quoteExcerpt":"For movies and gaming it sounds amazing. Music not so much... That's my experience."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m2tqf7x","sourceText":"Agree, I have the same experience with my Q990D. Music does not have the same „impact“ on me as I was used to.\n\nVoices and highs sound very clear and noticable, also deep bass (for music and for movies). But mids are a side-show and get drowned out, I don‘t feel them.\n\nI guess either the center speakers are too small for the mids or this is what a „balanced“ sound sounds like, as many reviews praise this soundbar for.\n\nTBF, my old cheap 5.1 Teufel was way too heavy on bass, could barely listen to voices in movies. With the Q990D voices are incredibly easy to listen to, I don‘t even need voice amplification.","quoteExcerpt":"Music does not have the same „impact“ on me as I was used to."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m2wnebu","sourceText":"The middle notes/frequencies is what I find more lacking too. I bought an old Harman/Samsung soundbar because the drivers are bigger than others and I can feel a little bass/punch even when the subwoofer is off. Still isn't a balanced sound but good enough for my liking.","quoteExcerpt":"The middle notes/frequencies is what I find more lacking too."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m2to023","sourceText":"It's a great \"all-around\" option: movies, music, whatever. Of course people will tell you that a dedicated music system is better, but unless you are an incredibly demanding and particular audiophile, music should sound prefectly good to you on it. It does for me, at least.","quoteExcerpt":"It’s a great \"all-around\" option: movies, music, whatever."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m2tctvu","sourceText":"My concern is buying this soundbar and then finding out that it's a not a good option for music.","quoteExcerpt":"My concern is buying this soundbar and then finding out that it's a not a good option for music."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Discussion on technical setup, firmware, and display issues","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"gyudaz3","sourceText":"What firmware are you using and what do you use for volume level? I have the Q800A and the rears. For Atmos I was using 13 as a base level for sound. My firmware updated and everything feels really quiet and now I feel like I need to set it for 20. I kind of feel like I am going crazy.","quoteExcerpt":"I kind of feel like I am going crazy."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hurbkdz","sourceText":"How can I see the firmware version installed on my bar?","quoteExcerpt":"How can I see the firmware version installed on my bar?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gz93lb6","sourceText":"So set this up at the weekend with my Sony A80J via eArc, with PS5, TV cable box and NVidia Pro in TV and Nintendo Switch into soundbar.\n\nReally impressed with the sound especially with the PS5, and watched ESB on Disney+ and got a decent rumble or two. Very easy to set up and happy so far. Usually have volume set to 12, and haven't changed any of the other settings as yet any tips?","quoteExcerpt":"Really impressed with the sound especially with the PS5, and watched ESB on Disney+ and got a decent rumble or two."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"g6zzrxw","sourceText":"Hi! I Have the same soundbar with a samsung Q80T tv. My question is: the bar show \"Atmos\" when you play for example the f1 serie in your netflix tv app? My bar only display eARC.","quoteExcerpt":"My question is: the bar show 'Atmos' when you play for example the f1 serie in your netflix tv app?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"g6zzyde","sourceText":"Yes it does. It says Dolby Atmos.\nDid you enable it in your TV settings?","quoteExcerpt":"Yes it does. It says Dolby Atmos."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"g72z15e","sourceText":"ohhh I noticed that it shows Atmos but only when I play the chapter but it disappears in about 4 or 5 seconds, after that it show only eARC. it's your same behavior? regards from Mexico ;-)","quoteExcerpt":"ohhh I noticed that it shows Atmos but only when I play the chapter but it disappears in about 4 or 5 seconds."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"g72z8yq","sourceText":"Yes that is correct. For me it shows Atmos, then eARC then it goes off","quoteExcerpt":"For me it shows Atmos, then eARC then it goes off."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h5y5ask","sourceText":"Bought this today. Sounds good. Good bass not too much which is good also. For a small room anyway. Dolby atmos not sure yet if it’s a big plus since some movies don’t have to much effects Have the Bose 500 with subwoofer and that thing rumbles almost too much sometimes.","quoteExcerpt":"Sounds good. Good bass not too much which is good also."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"h7h7qa9","sourceText":"Thanks for the review! I have a small/medium size living room and I sit about 7 ft from the TV. \n\nI'm debating between this and the Q800T, which is around the same price as a Q700A where I live. I'm going off of RTING's review and the bass seems to be the only thing better about the Q800T. These two bars are around the same price where I live. \n\nI'm having a tough time deciding because the Q700A allows for a wireless rear 2.0.2 speaker upgrade (9500S) which I would be very interested in upgrading in the future. \n\nWhereas the Q800A only allows for a semi-wireless rear speaker upgrade (9100S) which is not as convenient. \n\nWhat are your thoughts on deciding between the two? Is the bass worth it to stick to the older model Q800T? Or do you think the Q700A would be adequate enough for my small living room?","quoteExcerpt":"I'm having a tough time deciding because the Q700A allows for a wireless rear 2.0.2 speaker upgrade."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Debate over soundbar Atmos value and model selection","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"k84y3z8","sourceText":"It’s wild on how many people are so sold on soundbar atmos","quoteExcerpt":"It’s wild on how many people are so sold on soundbar atmos."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"k83lm6x","sourceText":"I’d try to find a bar that actually has Atmos. Maybe a year older Q600b or shell out a bit more for 600c. 700b would be even better.","quoteExcerpt":"Maybe a year older Q600b or shell out a bit more for 600c."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Positive sound quality experiences in Samsung soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"lzbzety","sourceText":"I just got 850D from best buy today.... the sub slaps hard and I LOVE it. The sound is 🔥 look no further. I got lucky on black friday with an excellent condition open box that never left the store for $503 out the door. I debated the 990 but 7 does the trick just fine in my open living room take that $500 haircut... Dolby Atmos is dooope","quoteExcerpt":"The sound is 🔥 look no further."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m0murwm","sourceText":"Just set it up. Only tested a few scenes from a few different movies and I gotta say it sounds fucking awesome. Really feels like you’re at the theater. Family was really impressed. Great fucking deal for 600 bucks. Especially since I first bought a Polk Mini Magnifi AX for 400 but returned it because it sounded like a small cheap Bluetooth speaker. It was a joke. I was skeptical a soundbar set up could give you a real surround feel. This does the job really well.","quoteExcerpt":"I gotta say it sounds fucking awesome."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m0zbab6","sourceText":"I just got this from Best Buy today and it sounds awesome! Super easy to setup and amazing sound quality. Thanks for the feedback on this thread","quoteExcerpt":"it sounds awesome!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m4wj35a","sourceText":"Bought the Q850D sound bar had issues with the volume Turing itself up and problems with Blu tooth disconnecting but switched it back to hdmi arc and reset everything a few times and it all works properly...WOW what a system it totally rocks !  Surround sound is solid and music is incredible..You would easily pay thousands for a surround sound system like this because I still own one and this rivals that system easy,  the bass is solid and spot on , can't believe the depth in the music I can hear everything ...don't miss out on this if you have never had surround with your big screen...you'll be shocked at how cheap it really was to get this quality !   Little hard to figure out some of the controls you need to turn on but once you get it , Sit back and enjoy !","quoteExcerpt":"WOW what a system it totally rocks!"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ltmvz0v","sourceText":"Just bought this and it’s amazing sound quality","quoteExcerpt":"it’s amazing sound quality."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Connectivity and disconnection issues with Samsung soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"izayeg3","sourceText":"Samsungs QC is hit or miss - flip a coin and find out. When they work they sound good. \n\nI had the n950, q80r, and 950t. N950 had terrible connection issues. Q80r kept not playing sound even when it was set on ARC - had to keep rebooting to make it work. 950t the subwoofer did not hit the same as previous samsung bars - weak and unimpressive. \n\nMajority of complaints from samsung bars are disconnection issues and subwoofer shitting out at some point. Also, updates are scarce so if you have an issue, and its not fixed, chances are youre stuck with that issue. \n\nHowever, if you snag a good one you are in luck","quoteExcerpt":"Samsungs QC is hit or miss - flip a coin and find out. When they work they sound good."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"izc89zs","sourceText":"I have a q90r and yes,I too have a problem with the soundbar disconnecting randomly. The two hdmi ports are also problematical:When it works, the sound is great. \nFor anyone’s interest, if your Samsung soundbar disconnects, here is what I do: go into settings (General > external device manager > turn turn off Anynet/CEC > turn it back on > unplug the power for 10 seconds > plug it back in. The tv speakers will cut out and then the soundbar reconnects and you get your ARC sound back.","quoteExcerpt":"When it works, the sound is great."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"izb05ou","sourceText":"I think disconnect issues are the main concern. There is no clear solution from Samsung … the tech support does not even acknowledge the issue blaming it on user.\nMy rear speakers were disconnecting if someone watching tv from the crunch got up … happened after 2 days of use. I returned it and got Sonos (anything that connects to other speakers through Wi-Fi) and I am happy I did","quoteExcerpt":"I think disconnect issues are the main concern."},{"type":"post","typeID":"jkg3wr","sourceText":"Samsung sound bar random audio cut outs for 1 sec Q950T Does anyone else experience this on their soundbar? I'm using wifi so no direct Ethernet. The audio cut out the other day 5 times during 1 song using Alexa on the bar and then 2-3 times during a movie using the Fire Stick watching Netflix.\n\nAnyone know if this is related to the internet connection or something else?","quoteExcerpt":"Samsung sound bar random audio cut outs for 1 sec Q950T."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"gaj6vp0","sourceText":"Your router is too close to the soundbar","quoteExcerpt":"Your router is too close to the soundbar."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Flawless connectivity reports in some Samsung setups","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"izb0qco","sourceText":"I have the Q800B paired with Q70A TV. Works seamlessly with amazing sound.","quoteExcerpt":"Works seamlessly with amazing sound."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"izgem7f","sourceText":"I have a q800b hooked up to a Sony x900h via earc. No issues at all so far. Works flawlessly and sounds amazing.","quoteExcerpt":"Works flawlessly and sounds amazing."}],"themeType":1},{"description":"Comparisons with alternative soundbar brands and models","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"kp92dc5","sourceText":"I've been impressively pleased with the HT-A5000 sound bar, however it is a bit over your stated budget. (The HT-A3000 is within the budget but I don't have any experience with it.) That said one of the nice things about the HT line the ease of which one can expand with wireless woofer and surrounds when your budget allows.","quoteExcerpt":"one of the nice things about the HT line the ease of which one can expand with wireless woofer and surrounds when your budget allows."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kp91afg","sourceText":"For $500 just get a Beam 2","quoteExcerpt":"For $500 just get a Beam 2"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kp93anj","sourceText":"I have a Sonos ARC with a wireless sub. It’s on a bracket attached to the bracket for the panel. \n\nI used to have an A/V receiver and a 5:1 system with floor speakers. For domestic tranquility, I replaced it. The world’s most premium sound bar sounds lousy compared to real speakers.","quoteExcerpt":"the world’s most premium sound bar sounds lousy compared to real speakers."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Discussion on Samsung soundbar model hierarchy and differences","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"m2gsyb3","sourceText":"Just sharing what I know so far, from where I’m from\n\nQ-series\n\n990 is the top of the line with sub and surrounds\n\nCorrection\n930 is the next in line with sub and surrounds\n\n800 is third with sub (surrounds can be added)\n\n700 is fourth with sub\n\n600 is fifth with sub\n\nS-series (probably Slim series)\nS800/801 is the slim one with sub\n\nB-series is known as the essential series, probably the entry-tier? Not sure how good or sufficient they are since I’ve never tried them.","quoteExcerpt":"Just sharing what I know so far, from where I’m from."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m2hafff","sourceText":"Small correction here q800 is 5.1.2 and q930 is 7.1.2 the bar itself (with the sub) + the surrounds 9.1.4 so basically the q930 has some side firing and the surround speakers of q930 are more competent and powerful than the surrounds you can add seperately on the other bars (sw9500 atmos and 9200 non atmos)","quoteExcerpt":"the surround speakers of q930 are more competent and powerful than the surrounds you can add separately on the other bars."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m2hyry4","sourceText":"I have a Q950t, so I guess I'm a slot above the 930? Why do we need so many models?","quoteExcerpt":"Why do we need so many models?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"m2is5vm","sourceText":"990 (and 900 in the years available). 11.1.4 system (for 990), 7.0.2 on the soundbar itself and 4.0.2 on the rears. Soundbar is physically bigger than the other models. 990D has HDMI 2.1 4K120 support whereas the C doesn't.\n\n930 9.1.4 system, 7.0.2 on the soundbar (but physically a little smaller than the 900/990), rears are 2.0.2 (comparable to the SWA-9500s), same sub as above. I believe 910 is the kit with just the 2.0.0 rears (comparable to the SWA-9100s).\n\n8XX 5.0.2 for the soundbar, same size as the 930 but missing 2 wide drivers (reason for 2 less channels). For models with the rears they are 2.0.0 (and have a receiver box, so comparable to the SWA-9100S), so those kits are 7.1.2. Same sub as above.\n\n7XX 3.0.2 for the soundbar, same size as the 2 above, but again now missing the angled drivers too (reason for losing 2 more channels). I don't believe any kits offer the rears and you get a smaller sub\n\n6XX 3.0.2 for the soundbar, physically smaller yet again and the Atmos speakers aren't actually up firing drivers but side firing that bounced upwards internally in the sound bar, same sub as the 7XX.\n\nD models are 2024 (vs. C for 2023), with the exception of HDMI 2.1 4K120 on the 990D, there really isn't much of a meaningful difference between the C and D, just some Wifi/Chromecast stuff.","quoteExcerpt":"Soundbar is physically bigger than the other models."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Firmware update and connectivity issues in Samsung flagship soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"lvljrky","sourceText":"Yeah, no one likes to mention the fact samsung is by far the worst customer service and QA in the business in general. But, hey, that Q990D that always goes on sale!","quoteExcerpt":"Yeah, no one likes to mention the fact samsung is by far the worst customer service and QA in the business in general."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lvl9y37","sourceText":"I’ve had two Samsung soundbars. The latest is the 990D. I’m sorry you’ve had problems but mine have been great. I’m sure you’ve tested it on another TV and with different cables, but both of these are more often than not the cause of soundbar issues.","quoteExcerpt":"I’m sorry you’ve had problems but mine have been great."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mhnqc8v","sourceText":"Piggy backing as I am seeking assistance with identical issue different soundbar. I have the latest 990D, the exact same issue has happened to me. Stuck in TV eARC, soundbar doesn't output any sound, doesn't respond to remote at all, won't change sources, basically nothing.\n\nI've tried multiple TV's, three hdmi 2.1 cables from three different manufactures, updating firmware, etc. Waiting on Samsung Level 2 support to get back to me. The thing is fucked, Tis a shame bought it with a S90D package. On the bright side when it worked (for almost 2 whole months) it was badass.\n\nDon't think I'll get Samsung items again, was so close to going with LG. My last Samsung TV, I had for 10 years before the screen started coming unglued from the frame. Figured I'd go with them again for getting 10 years of good service. This will be my last Samsung purchase.","quoteExcerpt":"The thing is fucked, Tis a shame bought it with a S90D package."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"miq6pu8","sourceText":"Any response or help from Samsung? I just got home from a vacation and my Q990C is having the SAME exact issues. Almost seems it’s in limp mode…","quoteExcerpt":"Almost seems it’s in limp mode…"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mivduzg","sourceText":"Okay, it looks like this might be a Samsung update problem? I called Samsung and they suggested I tell others to call in and report the issue. Maybe we can get them to fix the problem they created.","quoteExcerpt":"Maybe we can get them to fix the problem they created."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mivfx86","sourceText":"I found out this is a firmware update and it’s bricked the systems for 930D and 990D. They are having me mail my entire system in to fix this issue. \n\n[https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/shopping/samsung-q990d-flagship-soundbar-gets-firmware-update-that-makes-it-inoperable/ar-AA1BgzvJ?item=flightsprg-tipsubsc-v1a%3Floadin%3Ddefaultbrowser%2F&apiversion=v2&noservercache=1&domshim=1&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1&batchservertelemetry=1&noservertelemetry=1](https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/shopping/samsung-q990d-flagship-soundbar-gets-firmware-update-that-makes-it-inoperable/ar-AA1BgzvJ?item=flightsprg-tipsubsc-v1a%3Floadin%3Ddefaultbrowser%2F&apiversion=v2&noservercache=1&domshim=1&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1&batchservertelemetry=1&noservertelemetry=1)","quoteExcerpt":"I found out this is a firmware update and it’s bricked the systems for 930D and 990D."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mivyas8","sourceText":"Thank you so much for posting this. Samsung kept insisting that they would \"look into it\" to see if there was a problem and that they MIGHT get back to me if there was a bigger issue. They wouldn't do anything for me until I showed them the article. Then I waited almost 2 hours on the phone for the agent to set up a ticket for repair. But it worked!","quoteExcerpt":"They wouldn't do anything for me until I showed them the article."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mivbfi9","sourceText":"I'm currently having the same problem with the q990c. I'm trying to find a way to reset it without using the buttons, because those no longer work. Maybe something on the control panel? IDK. I called and they want $230 to look at it.","quoteExcerpt":"I'm trying to find a way to reset it without using the buttons, because those no longer work."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"mivdn93","sourceText":"Okay, it looks like this might be a Samsung update problem? I called Samsung and they suggested I tell others to call in and report the issue. Maybe we can get them to fix the problem they created.","quoteExcerpt":"Maybe we can get them to fix the problem they created."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lvleoqr","sourceText":"Yes I read it. Is this the same technical support team that wants to charge you a fortune to fix it? I’d still test another TV and cables. You may also want to try using a surge protector. You may have a volatile power grid.","quoteExcerpt":"Is this the same technical support team that wants to charge you a fortune to fix it?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lvlc9xp","sourceText":"I have the q990b and have had very little issues with it. Sounds amazing overall. Only things I can comment is the audio lag with Dolby atmos on Xbox and the rear speakers cutting out every once in awhile.","quoteExcerpt":"Sounds amazing overall."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lvlc685","sourceText":"I’m on my second Q990C. The first one randomly died and never came back on. Samsung did replace it and this one has been fine so far. Only 2 months warranty left so let’s hope it’s stays good","quoteExcerpt":"The first one randomly died and never came back on."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lvvs41w","sourceText":"How long ago did you get it? If it’s a main board defect I would file a Better Business Bureau claim. Samsung customer service is awful and their branches don’t communicate with each other. I was promised a refund for my q990d and support approved it half a dozen times but their team that handles refunds denied it without reading the support’s messages\n\nBBB gets a third party arbitrator involved and they have a completely different retention department. I imagine it will likely be reimbursed or fixed if you can show there is no user damage and was purchased fairly recently.","quoteExcerpt":"Samsung customer service is awful and their branches don’t communicate with each other."}],"themeType":4},{"description":"Subwoofer placement advice for Samsung soundbars","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"kt6qe2m","sourceText":"Generally B out towards audience but it depends on room layout.","quoteExcerpt":"Generally B out towards audience but it depends on room layout."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ku5630o","sourceText":"The direction it faces doesn’t really matter as long as there’s lots of space out in front of it. Bass is omnidirectional so pointing it to the side or toward you shouldn’t make much difference","quoteExcerpt":"The direction it faces doesn’t really matter as long as there’s lots of space out in front of it."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"libo3uc","sourceText":"By space in front, do you mean space in front of at least one of the sides?","quoteExcerpt":"By space in front, do you mean space in front of at least one of the sides?"},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lidvef1","sourceText":"i meant out in front of speaker side (side b). confusing i know. if that side is obstructed you may get a lot of reverberation etc. best to keep it open but it doesn’t have to face where you sit. side c needs ~6in minimum so the air can move through. other sides some space but a little less should be fine","quoteExcerpt":"best to keep it open but it doesn’t have to face where you sit."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kt79641","sourceText":"I put mine behind the sofa seems to work well and the bass doesn’t feel like it’s behind me","quoteExcerpt":"I put mine behind the sofa seems to work well and the bass doesn’t feel like it’s behind me."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kt7lq1v","sourceText":"Every room is different. It could go anywhere but it’s best to test multiple spots.","quoteExcerpt":"Every room is different."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"ktahk4r","sourceText":"Place the sub where you usually sit to watch/listen, and check different spots where you hear the best sound (bass) , place the sub there.","quoteExcerpt":"Place the sub where you usually sit to watch/listen, and check different spots where you hear the best sound (bass) , place the sub there."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"kt6vpd6","sourceText":"I placed mine Side A towards me. General preference is to place sub near your TV (on the right side as you are looking at it, so that woofer is not obstructed). This way bass audibly would come from the same place as the action. Alternatively you can place it in the corner (for bigger bass), but it may become boomy. Just try not to obstruct either Side B or C as this is where air is moving.","quoteExcerpt":"General preference is to place sub near your TV (on the right side as you are looking at it, so that woofer is not obstructed)."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Connectivity and remote control integration discussion between Samsung soundbars and LG TVs","feedbackItems":[{"type":"comment","typeID":"lqi3h5a","sourceText":"Get what you want. They all connect via HDMI eARC. There are some manufacturer gimmicks when using the same brand, but they do not magically make for a better audio or sound.","quoteExcerpt":"Get what you want. They all connect via HDMI eARC."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lqi3gd5","sourceText":"I don't agree at all. I've answered LG OLED CS6 (similar to C1) and it works perfectly with a Sony ZF9 bar. The standards are all pretty much the same when it comes to passing through video and sound. The only possible benefit is some TVs and sound bars play sound simultaneously - so soundbar and TVs speakers all blend together. But for me TV speakers are rarely as good as it's actually lowering the overall quality.","quoteExcerpt":"The only possible benefit is some TVs and sound bars play sound simultaneously - so soundbar and TVs speakers all blend together."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lqkq8ep","sourceText":"I have a LG and a Samsung sound bar. The only real benefit to using LG sound bars is the unification of the remote. With the Samsung bar you will need to keep the remote available. The other issue is the sound modes in the Tv options are not compatible with the Samsung where as the lg bar intergrates allowing the Tv to manage to various sound modes\n\nEdit: I’ve read a lot that LG sound bars are poor. So go for the Samsung. Best sound for the buck I’m told","quoteExcerpt":"The only real benefit to using LG sound bars is the unification of the remote."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"lqicc4o","sourceText":"They are right and wrong. Will it work better? Yes, but also no. Via HDMI Earc, that's the point it's so you can use any! The Samsung rep agreeing is probably just to make life easy, I've been a rep in store and agreed with other brands for the sake of peace and get them a sale. \n\nThe pros of sticking to a brand will be highly outweighed by a quality upgrade of two bars. \n\nI think Samsung bars get a good rep due to price to what you get, I've always said Samsung bars are great but not usally at full cost, since usally they sell them cheaper WITH a TV. But that being said reviews are ALWAYS list price for example in the UK you'd never pay more than £999ish got a Q990D (right now all offers are £899!) LG is the same at full cost they're harder to recommend. Get the one YOU think sounds best.","quoteExcerpt":"I think Samsung bars get a good rep due to price to what you get."}],"themeType":3},{"description":"Bluetooth audio playback issues on Samsung sound bars after Windows 11 update","feedbackItems":[{"type":"post","typeID":"q29yrl","sourceText":"Bluetooth audio issues (Samsung sound bars) Please see feedback hub link: https://aka.ms/AAdyxry\n\nAfter update to W11 today my Samsung hw-t40m sound bar is experiencing some significant. Bluetooth audio playback issues. \n\nThe playback speed appears to be slow which results in a deepening of the sound, there also appears to be significant latency now. \n\nFor example on YouTube video after pressing pause audio will continue for a few seconds. While playing any games audio response Is seconds delayed.\n\nI’ve seen a few other people have had these issues with Samsung bars and various other devices. Wondering if there is anything else I could try in the meantime?\n\nThings I have tried:\n- Bluetooth trouble shooter\n- Disable/ re-enable Bluetooth \n- Audio troubleshooter \n- uninstall and reinstall device\n- Enabling and disabling audio enhancements\n- Ensured all drivers BT and device are current \n\nI tried the sound bar last night on W10 and my phone now and there are no latency or quality issues. Wondering if we’ll need to wait for some support between MS and Samsung. \n\n\nBluetooth headphones appear to be working normally so I have resorted to those.","quoteExcerpt":"the playback speed appears to be slow which results in a deepening of the sound, there also appears to be significant latency now."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hi52uoi","sourceText":"Same exact issue here. I have several other Bluetooth audio devices and they work fine, and the Soundbar still works on my other computer that is still on Windows 10, so it has to be the 11 update. Hopefully we get an update that fixes this.","quoteExcerpt":"it has to be the 11 update. Hopefully we get an update that fixes this."},{"type":"comment","typeID":"hv5t6to","sourceText":"I managed to get the lag to stop by disabling one of the T4 Drivers in the device management. There is one for the AVRCP Transport that seems to compete with the regular soundbar input? Disabling it will first give you a driver error, but connecting the device through the blue tooth manager again should be fine. 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Is there any muddiness?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"iqzbz7l","post_id":"xurpv0","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Truthfully, and I am no audiophile.. I cannot hear a difference!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jsmrv9b","post_id":"xurpv0","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the q990b is one of the best or basically the best when it comes to Sound Quality.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ir1tlwu","post_id":"xurpv0","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the system is pretty amazing and im using it on a Sony a80j 77.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"j09aioj","post_id":"xurpv0","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sounds good to me. But then I'm not an audiophile.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jthvpoc","post_id":"159ks8x","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"That gives you dedicated channels for left, right and centre plus the sub.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lvxbxdd","post_id":"1gluez1","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Aiming at a Samsung or a Bose, hoping for a Black Friday or Cyber Monday sale, $400 budget tops.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lvxgne6","post_id":"1gluez1","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Never seen anyone in this sub praising Q-symphony.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jfzy5ek","post_id":"12jvyog","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"In theory it sounds like it would be more immersive.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jfzzedw","post_id":"12jvyog","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"You can tell when it’s not on.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jg2xzyf","post_id":"12jvyog","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It’s fine, but not a feature that I’d make a purchase for.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jg0pmxh","post_id":"12jvyog","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Q-Symphony is just marketing n doesn't improve overall sound experience.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jg29vpu","post_id":"12jvyog","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I personally wouldn’t hinge the decision regarding the TV on Q-Symphony.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"jg01lno","post_id":"12jvyog","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"If TV speakers are a slice of bread with a single slice of cheese, the soundbar is an amazing Club Sandwich.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"g38lxu9","post_id":"ih5np7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the idea of using them as part of your overall home theater experience seems like it wouldn't be a great idea.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"g2y6tm7","post_id":"ih5np7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I was actually shocked how much it added. The sound is EVERYWHERE!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hlttno8","post_id":"ih5np7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Considering how little it did in my situation, I actually consider it false advertising.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lwn6leu","post_id":"1af8ywp","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"My Spacefit Sound Pro is always on and it's never moved one single setting in the app...","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lwpgu8x","post_id":"1af8ywp","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"My theory is the space fit pro is simply a phase checker.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lyhrgwo","post_id":"1af8ywp","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"A triumph of marketing over substance.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mh3f6mi","post_id":"1af8ywp","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I think the sound sounds more balanced with them both off.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m5yvqdj","post_id":"1af8ywp","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I cant find the spacefit sound feature.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mfrewfy","post_id":"1af8ywp","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"For movies and gaming it sounds amazing. Music not so much... That's my experience.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2t7iye","post_id":"1hhr25s","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Music does not have the same „impact“ on me as I was used to.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2tqf7x","post_id":"1hhr25s","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The middle notes/frequencies is what I find more lacking too.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2wnebu","post_id":"1hhr25s","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It’s a great \"all-around\" option: movies, music, whatever.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2to023","post_id":"1hhr25s","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"My concern is buying this soundbar and then finding out that it's a not a good option for music.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2tctvu","post_id":"1hhr25s","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I kind of feel like I am going crazy.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gyudaz3","post_id":"nh1a8m","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"How can I see the firmware version installed on my bar?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"hurbkdz","post_id":"nh1a8m","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Really impressed with the sound especially with the PS5, and watched ESB on Disney+ and got a decent rumble or two.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gz93lb6","post_id":"nh1a8m","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"My question is: the bar show 'Atmos' when you play for example the f1 serie in your netflix tv app?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"g6zzrxw","post_id":"ih5np7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Yes it does. It says Dolby Atmos.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"g6zzyde","post_id":"ih5np7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"ohhh I noticed that it shows Atmos but only when I play the chapter but it disappears in about 4 or 5 seconds.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"g72z15e","post_id":"ih5np7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"For me it shows Atmos, then eARC then it goes off.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"g72z8yq","post_id":"ih5np7","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sounds good. Good bass not too much which is good also.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h5y5ask","post_id":"nh1a8m","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I'm having a tough time deciding because the Q700A allows for a wireless rear 2.0.2 speaker upgrade.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"h7h7qa9","post_id":"nh1a8m","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"It’s wild on how many people are so sold on soundbar atmos.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"k84y3z8","post_id":"17p8t3f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Maybe a year older Q600b or shell out a bit more for 600c.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"k83lm6x","post_id":"17p8t3f","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The sound is 🔥 look no further.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lzbzety","post_id":"1grjop4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I gotta say it sounds fucking awesome.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m0murwm","post_id":"1grjop4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"it sounds awesome!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m0zbab6","post_id":"1grjop4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"WOW what a system it totally rocks!","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m4wj35a","post_id":"1grjop4","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"it’s amazing sound quality.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ltmvz0v","post_id":"1dxdyrt","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Samsungs QC is hit or miss - flip a coin and find out. When they work they sound good.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"izayeg3","post_id":"zetufd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"When it works, the sound is great.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"izc89zs","post_id":"zetufd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I think disconnect issues are the main concern.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"izb05ou","post_id":"zetufd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Samsung sound bar random audio cut outs for 1 sec Q950T.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"jkg3wr","post_id":"jkg3wr","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Your router is too close to the soundbar.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"gaj6vp0","post_id":"jkg3wr","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Works seamlessly with amazing sound.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"izb0qco","post_id":"zetufd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Works flawlessly and sounds amazing.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"izgem7f","post_id":"zetufd","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"one of the nice things about the HT line the ease of which one can expand with wireless woofer and surrounds when your budget allows.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kp92dc5","post_id":"1akmotm","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"For $500 just get a Beam 2","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kp91afg","post_id":"1akmotm","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the world’s most premium sound bar sounds lousy compared to real speakers.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kp93anj","post_id":"1akmotm","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Just sharing what I know so far, from where I’m from.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2gsyb3","post_id":"1hg61ku","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the surround speakers of q930 are more competent and powerful than the surrounds you can add separately on the other bars.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2hafff","post_id":"1hg61ku","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Why do we need so many models?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2hyry4","post_id":"1hg61ku","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Soundbar is physically bigger than the other models.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"m2is5vm","post_id":"1hg61ku","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Yeah, no one likes to mention the fact samsung is by far the worst customer service and QA in the business in general.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lvljrky","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I’m sorry you’ve had problems but mine have been great.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lvl9y37","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The thing is fucked, Tis a shame bought it with a S90D package.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mhnqc8v","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Almost seems it’s in limp mode…","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"miq6pu8","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Maybe we can get them to fix the problem they created.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mivduzg","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I found out this is a firmware update and it’s bricked the systems for 930D and 990D.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mivfx86","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"They wouldn't do anything for me until I showed them the article.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mivyas8","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I'm trying to find a way to reset it without using the buttons, because those no longer work.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mivbfi9","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Maybe we can get them to fix the problem they created.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"mivdn93","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Is this the same technical support team that wants to charge you a fortune to fix it?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lvleoqr","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Sounds amazing overall.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lvlc9xp","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The first one randomly died and never came back on.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lvlc685","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Samsung customer service is awful and their branches don’t communicate with each other.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lvvs41w","post_id":"1gkgt9w","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Generally B out towards audience but it depends on room layout.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kt6qe2m","post_id":"1b5o3cb","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The direction it faces doesn’t really matter as long as there’s lots of space out in front of it.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"ku5630o","post_id":"1b5o3cb","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"By space in front, do you mean space in front of at least one of the sides?","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"libo3uc","post_id":"1b5o3cb","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"best to keep it open but it doesn’t have to face where you sit.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lidvef1","post_id":"1b5o3cb","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I put mine behind the sofa seems to work well and the bass doesn’t feel like it’s behind me.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kt79641","post_id":"1b5o3cb","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Every room is different.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"kt7lq1v","post_id":"1b5o3cb","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"Place the sub where you usually sit to watch/listen, and check different spots where you hear the best sound (bass) , place the sub 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They all connect via HDMI eARC.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lqi3h5a","post_id":"1fwxsdr","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The only possible benefit is some TVs and sound bars play sound simultaneously - so soundbar and TVs speakers all blend together.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lqi3gd5","post_id":"1fwxsdr","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"The only real benefit to using LG sound bars is the unification of the remote.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lqkq8ep","post_id":"1fwxsdr","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"I think Samsung bars get a good rep due to price to what you get.","score":0,"type":"comment","typeID":"lqicc4o","post_id":"1fwxsdr","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"the playback speed appears to be slow which results in a deepening of the sound, there also appears to be significant latency now.","score":0,"type":"post","typeID":"q29yrl","post_id":"q29yrl","fieldType":"interesting"},{"text":"it has to be the 11 update. 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Top Home Audio Soundbars for a Cinematic Experience

Curated from 1202 real Reddit comments and discussions across 19 products.

Refreshed on: March 20, 2025

Snoop’s Take

The soundbar category is a battlefield where premium audio meets budget compromises. Winning products boast crisp dialogue, immersive surround sound (thanks to Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X), robust bass, and versatile connectivity (HDMI ARC, Bluetooth) that elevate every viewing experience. In contrast, flops suffer from frustrating firmware glitches, intermittent connectivity, and weak vocal clarity. Experts note that while high-end models deliver an authentic cinematic vibe, many budget options are marred by auto‑off mishaps and unreliable performance. Proceed with caution and prioritize proven performance over flashy specs.

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Top Considerations Before Purchasing

Voice Clarity is King - Consumers demand crisp dialogue to elevate movie and TV experiences.
Bass Drives Impact - Robust bass distinguishes immersive soundbars from mediocre contenders.
Connectivity is Crucial - Reliable HDMI ARC, Bluetooth, and multiple inputs guarantee smooth integration.
Firmware Flaws Hurt - Software glitches and auto‑off issues often mark the bottom-tier models.

All Products that we Rated

Our Winner
Home Theater ExperienceTV Sound EnhancementMusic Streaming
Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar by Sonos
7.7
Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar by Sonos

Buy on Amazon at $999

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Reddit Feedback
U
“Sound quality is great but so is my q990.”➕
U
“I went to Sonos for the form factor, ease of setup and lack of wiring and I love it.”➕
U
“I think you’ll be happy with Sonos. Good luck to you :)”➕
Snoop Score Breakdown
Sentiment
4.3
Popularity
4.1
Feautures
10.0
✅ Recommended
Our Runner Up
Home Theater ExperienceTV Sound EnhancementMusic Streaming
VIZIO M-Series All-in-One 2.1 Immersive Sound Bar
7.3
VIZIO M-Series All-in-One 2.1 Immersive Sound Bar

Buy on Amazon at $149

Read Our Full Review

Reddit Feedback
U
“Vizio definitely sounds better than tv speakers.”➕
U
“It actually sounded really good.”➕
U
“Vizio soundbars are top notch.”➕
Snoop Score Breakdown
Sentiment
3.9
Popularity
5.7
Feautures
9.0
✅ Recommended

Other Products the Community Recommends

Home Theater ExperienceTV Sound EnhancementMusic Streaming
JBL Bar 9.1 - Channel Soundbar System
7.0
JBL Bar 9.1 - Channel Soundbar System

Buy on Amazon at $569

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Reddit Feedback
U
“Great at high volumes and has detachable wireless rears for when you want to crank it up for a movie.”➕
U
“Nope. The detachable speakers are battery operated and are charged via the main soundbar.”➕
U
“Nope. The detachable speakers are battery operated and are charged via the main soundbar. When ”➕
Snoop Score Breakdown
Sentiment
3.6
Popularity
2.7
Feautures
9.5
✅ Recommended
Home Theater ExperienceTV Sound EnhancementMusic Streaming
Bose TV Speaker - Soundbar for TV with Bluetooth and HDMI-ARC Connectivity
6.6
Bose TV Speaker - Soundbar for TV with Bluetooth and HDMI-ARC Connectivity

Buy on Amazon at $279

Read Our Full Review

Reddit Feedback
U
“You instantly hear the quality with the bose speaker, like every sound has its own speaker, it's really amazing.”➕
U
“The TV speaker is more than enough to fill the room with clear and crisp voice audio.”➕
U
“Hands down has the most balanced, rich sound.”➕
Snoop Score Breakdown
Sentiment
3.6
Popularity
3.8
Feautures
8.5
✅ Recommended

Products You Will Return...

SAMSUNG HW-Q600C Soundbar
0.6
SAMSUNG HW-Q600C Soundbar

Buy on Amazon at $327

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Reddit Feedback
U
“I should mention I don't have a samsung tv so Q-symphony is useless for me.”➕
U
“The only Bluetooth speakers you can use with the Roku tv are the Roku wireless speakers.”➕
U
“And those aren't Bluetooth, they're WiFi Direct.”➕
Snoop Score Breakdown
Sentiment
0.0
Popularity
0.0
Feautures
1.0
❌ Not Recommended
BYL Bestisan Sound Bars for TV
2.5
BYL Bestisan Sound Bars for TV

Buy on Amazon at $36

Read Our Full Review

Reddit Feedback
U
“Feeling pretty pissed and ripped off right now, paid $2200+ for a TV that needs to be hard-reset ever so often.”➕
U
“I can say the Bluetooth connection is poor quality. Cuts in and out all the time.”➕
U
“same problem here. sound is gone.”➕
Snoop Score Breakdown
Sentiment
0.6
Popularity
0.0
Feautures
4.0
❌ Not Recommended

Compare On All Talked About Dimensions

Product NameImagePriceScoreCompareSee DetailsBuy Now
Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar by SonosSonos Arc Ultra Soundbar by Sonos$999
7.7
DetailsBuy
VIZIO M-Series All-in-One 2.1 Immersive Sound BarVIZIO M-Series All-in-One 2.1 Immersive Sound Bar$149
7.3
DetailsBuy
JBL Bar 9.1 - Channel Soundbar SystemJBL Bar 9.1 - Channel Soundbar System$569
7.0
DetailsBuy
Bose TV Speaker - Soundbar for TV with Bluetooth and HDMI-ARC ConnectivityBose TV Speaker - Soundbar for TV with Bluetooth and HDMI-ARC Connectivity$279
6.6
DetailsBuy
SAMSUNG HW-S50B/ZA 3.0ch All-in-One SoundbarSAMSUNG HW-S50B/ZA 3.0ch All-in-One Soundbar$177
6.6
DetailsBuy
Amazon Fire TV Soundbar (newest model)Amazon Fire TV Soundbar (newest model)$119
6.2
DetailsBuy
VIZIO V-Series 2.1 Home Theater Sound BarVIZIO V-Series 2.1 Home Theater Sound Bar$129
5.8
DetailsBuy
SAMSUNG HW-C450 2.1ch SoundbarSAMSUNG HW-C450 2.1ch Soundbar$177
5.6
DetailsBuy
MZEIBO Sound Bar for Smart TVMZEIBO Sound Bar for Smart TV$70
5.3
DetailsBuy
Assistrust Sound Bar for Smart TVAssistrust Sound Bar for Smart TV$58
5.0
DetailsBuy
Hisense HS2100 Sound BarHisense HS2100 Sound Bar$109
4.9
DetailsBuy
GEOYEAO TV Sound BarGEOYEAO TV Sound Bar$89
4.1
DetailsBuy
VIZIO V-Series 2.0 Compact Sound Bar with Dolby Audio, DTS:XVIZIO V-Series 2.0 Compact Sound Bar with Dolby Audio, DTS:X$80
3.5
DetailsBuy
RIOWOIS Sound Bar for Smart TVRIOWOIS Sound Bar for Smart TV$33
3.5
DetailsBuy
Assistrust Sound Bar for Smart TVAssistrust Sound Bar for Smart TV$99
3.2
DetailsBuy
Sony S100F 2.0ch Soundbar with Bass Reflex SpeakerSony S100F 2.0ch Soundbar with Bass Reflex Speaker$98
3.0
DetailsBuy
MZEIBO Sound Bar for Smart TVMZEIBO Sound Bar for Smart TV$39
2.9
DetailsBuy
BYL Bestisan Sound Bars for TVBYL Bestisan Sound Bars for TV$36
2.5
DetailsBuy
SAMSUNG HW-Q600C SoundbarSAMSUNG HW-Q600C Soundbar$327
0.6
DetailsBuy

Products that are Best For...

Discover community favorites tailored for every setting – from cozy home offices to expansive living rooms. These top picks are your go‑to choices for tackling diverse audio needs with style and substance.

Home Theater Experience
Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar by Sonos

Transforms your living room into a mini cinema with immersive Dolby Atmos and integration options for sub and rear speakers.

Buy on AmazonRead our full review
TV Sound Enhancement
Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar by Sonos

Enhances dialogue clarity and overall sound quality for everyday TV viewing, though some users desire even more voice clarity.

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Music Streaming
JBL Bar 9.1 - Channel Soundbar System

Supports Bluetooth connectivity to stream music directly from your device, although a few users have pointed out occasional audio dropouts.

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Gaming & Conferences
JBL Bar 9.1 - Channel Soundbar System

Delivers clear, punchy sound suitable for gaming and video conferencing, though sporadic crackling may interrupt the flow for some users.

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