Best Soundbars of 2024 | TV Audio Upgrades for Every Budget

[@Addict2FX]

Got the Q990C and couldn't be happier, paired with the S95C its been fantastic.

[@AlexOnBass]

I have the same setup! Is amazing

[@KK-ef1ow]

Q990C with S90C for me. Insanely good setup

[@R6ex]

Q990C + 85X90L. Sounds great! Bassheads will be happier with either the Klipsch 1200 or Nakamichi Dragon though. Sony BRAVIA Theatre Quad offers better surround and sound stage. None of the later beats the Q990C for value at almost similar performance though.

[@Rexxthespecialist]

Same setup here with me 🙋‍♂️

[@NishaShaikh-e3u]

URGENT ADVICE...POLK T50 SPEAKERS WITH HTS 10 OR SAMSUNG Q990 D as samsung is $160 cheaper today AND DOES T50 SPEAKERS REQUIRES AV RECEIVERS..and is it worth in 2024.plz ADVICE IM IN DUBAI.

[@jeffheck]

Picked up the Flexus Core 200 a few weeks back. Black Friday for $350. I use it in my sunroom. He's right, you DO NOT NEED need the add ons! I was blown away. I absolutely love this soundbar.

[@jimchik]

A few years back, I splurged on a Teufel Cinebar Lux. Yes, pricey. But wow, I never looked back. The room it’s in is not large, and the output is way more than adequate. In fact with the volume able to go to 100, I’ve never had it higher than 45, and that is already very loud. Bass response is incredible and clarity is just super.

[@djm7900]

I’ve been extremely happy with the Sonos Beam Gen 2. I’ve had it for a couple of years and it’s never disappointed.

[@mrgold3591]

I started with a Beam Gen 1 with Symfonisk rears, added a sub a year later, upgraded to the Beam Gen 2, and later upgraded the rears to One SLs. The old Beam 1/Symfonisk moved into Master bedroom. The Beam sounded better with every piece I upgraded. A lot of flexibility with Sonos.

[@andrewc31394]

Just picked up a Samsung S90D to pair with my S60B soundbar. Man, Q-Symphony makes a difference

[@michael-4k4000]

The Sonos sub four is amazing. You’ll love it. Try it enjoy

[@drueckglueck9918]

​@@michael-4k4000no why would you ever do that 🤬

[@jakedavis2838]

I own the Klipsch Flexus Core 200, and I agree with your assessment. Excellent bass, and clarity.

[@armjcv]

will you choose Flexus Core 200 over bose 600 or sonos beam 2?

[@jakedavis2838]

@ I haven’t heard either of those, but I chose Klipsch because I like the brand and also because they have a reputation for creating good sound.

[@chefjefe68]

Hi Caleb, I totally agree with you on the Yamaha CR20-A. When I bought my mom a new TV (Sony X85K), I got her the CR20-A and hooked it up via eARC. I was very impressed with how it sounds: clear dialog, great sound, and even some base. Even my mom could hear the difference.

[@walter2695]

Best bang for your buck has to go to the Samsung. I have the older version of it and still love it. Beefy sounding and best priced for what you get. Mine is still going strong after 3 years. And with dolby vison pass through its awesome to connect devices to it and not get anything watered down.

[@bryanaltiery6672]

Which one you have?

[@walter2695]

@bryanaltiery6672 samsung HWQ950-A. Or something like that.

[@KishorTwist]

Good reliability with most Samsung hardware.

[@thenonexistinghero]

I dunno why he says 'most reasonably priced'. If you take the launch price into account, then sure. But it doesn't take long for it to get huge discounts. If anything, the pricing is unreasonably low. Unless you want something really specific, there's really no reason to shell out $1000-$1500 more to get something of somewhat equal sound quality (since you can get Samsung's from $900-1300 or so easily while any other equally good setup (soundbar + 2 speakers) will cost you at least $2000-$2500 even with discounts.

[@anoopjames7548]

This is the only soundbar video needed if you want to choose a soundbar. Thank you!

[@summersnights1321]

Just bought the Klipsch Flexus Core 200. Got it open boxed, and it was mislabeled. So I got it brand new, for $300. It's just blowing my mind how good the sound is. I'm not even bothering getting the sub or other speakers. Thank you for your recommendation!

[@kresimirmandic3807]

Got a Samsung Q930D few days ago to pair it up with a Samsung S90D OLED TV that I also recently bought. I'm so pleased and happy, especially since I never owned a soundbar before. Unfortunately Q990D was somewhat out of my budget and I found the Q930D at a very good discount. I am enjoying it a lot whether its streaming video, listening to music or playing on my PS5. The whole set up was very easy which pleased me even more.

[@ErwalDeeas]

Just gonna put this out here but I went from a top end Sony soundbar to a pair of Klipsch The Nines + a Klipsch sub. Night and day difference and highly recommend it.

[@shinx115]

I have all of the top Sony sound bars speakers and sub and it's been great, however sound bars are often advertised as being as good as it gets and there is a whole other level once you get into buying individual speakers. Klipsch stuff I've bought has always been impressive and the heritage series is great.

[@ErwalDeeas]

@@shinx115 I loved my HT-ST5000 but The Nines are fuller and warmer. They fill up the room and I'll never go back.

[@MWM1293]

Cool story bro

[@curtisbme]

Going from any soundbar to larger, separate speakers with a sub is going to sound much better. Has nothing to do with the soundbar you had or the brand of speakers you went to. This is not news, it is "no shit" information. Soundbars were never about getting the best sound, it is about getting the best sound possible for only having 'one' speaker at the TV.

[@shinx115]

@curtisbme that's what I was getting at. It's a whole step up and it's own separate beast for sure.

[@bpsmith0587]

I picked up the Vizio ABC-EASY-AS-123 and couldn't be happier!

[@TheUncleSpiderX]

So which one is it

[@yuzhouxie9394]

haha

[@BMETFerg]

I am blown away by my new Q990C, even better that I was able to get it for $660 with the EPP discount.

[@TitanCrash630]

I have the Samsung Q910C and it's fantastic! Upgraded from a Yamaha soundbar and it really changed my movie and gaming experience.

[@TimedOut...NoWayo]

Yamaha Audio SR-C30A Compact Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer. Has an incredible subwoofer included. Blows them all away

[@Rman_237]

I went for the JBL bar 1000. Love it and it works well with big sound with limited space with the detachable rears. It's very under rated imo.

[@andrewbrown3070]

I have it, too. It's a good one.

[@matevzpor8058]

Have one too, its excellent. Music/movies/games. It rips

[@lobbyrobby]

Same

[@emmanuelisaac4752]

Exceptional soundbar with an insane sub

[@drueckglueck9918]

JBL 😂😅😂

[@AntonioDiego95]

I was waiting for it! Thank you!

[@caspanu9531]

just picked up a 700eur q990d and paired it to a 3000eur 77 lg g4. Couldn't be happier, this has been my dream for some time

[@michael-4k4000]

Hello moneybags……. Would you consider picking up the new Sonos arc ultra elite with two sub fours and two pairs of ERA 300. Let me know your answer thanks.

[@caspanu9531]

@michael-4k4000 hi, if you have money to burn yea, sure. But from what I've researched the price difference is not worth it. Is a small gap between them in term of performance and the sonos app is shit from what I've heard

[@yohann2595]

same q990d for 775€ and 77 lg C4 for 1900€ I can't wait to receive it !!

[@zmanag5297]

Love you reviews!!👍

[@mikkirurk1]

I have owned the Q990B for a year and a half. The best purchase of the year. After tuning (and you can tune the russian out of it)-it is literally what I expect from a premium soundbar. The Bladerunner intro scene gives me goosebumps. I would recommend it to anyone willing to spend less than €1000 on a home cinema and music system. Also-no issues whatsoever, just to clarify, zero issues.

[@karlhungus545]

I'm still using my Vizio SB3651 soundbar that I bought 10 years ago for $149 CAD ($110 USD). I was shocked how good the sound and bass were when I bought it, and it still sounds just as good. Great purchase. I have a 65" Hisense U88N TV and the sound on that is really excellent...for a TV, but it's no soundbar. I have a Yamaha SR-C30A in the bedroom (that I received as a gift), and it does sound good, but it doesn't compete with the much cheaper Vizio. Unfortunately, Vizio is almost non-existent here in Canada now, so NOT readily available at all.

[@DJSteezy]

You should try a 5.1.2

[@karlhungus545]

@@DJSteezy Maybe if the Vizio ever dies. I have better things to spend cash on.

[@itsmini6175]

@@karlhungus545Unlike their TVs, Vizio soundbars just don’t die. Their performance for the price is nuts.

[@siamhie]

I just upgraded my SB3651-F6 with the M512a-H6 and I'm disappointed with it. There's barely any bass to it compared to the SB3651. On the M512, I have all the settings set to mid level with the bass/subwoofer levels set to max. I also notice that on the SB3651 the comfortable volume level for me is at 8 whereas the M512 I have to set it to 30 for the same level. I even upgraded the M512's firmware to no avail. I wished I went with the Vizio M51ax-J6 model instead.

[@Jweiss76]

I'm pretty sure I have the same soundbar. It's been great, no issues, and sounds really good for the price.

[@jennifergala]

Extremely happy and surprised by the Bose 600 rears and subwoofer. Mind-blowing sound.

[@drueckglueck9918]

Olayish if you are a part of the poor people and can't afford quality

[@LarcR]

I picked the Vizio M213ad-K8 soundbar for my den and am very happy with it. It punches well above the $150 I paid.

[@stes3061]

Sony Bravia 9 with SW3 wireless sub It’s life changing Now only $998 Was $1398

[@epap1375]

Bravia Theatre Bar 9* the Bravia 9 is a TV

[@tracer073]

Why not the bigger sub, sounds like a waste

[@drueckglueck9918]

Sounds so bad I threw it out a day after I bought it

[@chriszeedyk]

I just recently picked up a Certified Refurbished Vizio M512a-H6 and it sounds great! It pairs nicely with my 77" LG G4 🙌

[@loltomean]

Does it take a while for the TV to connect to the soundbar? I have the same one and it takes up to a minute after turning the TV on for sound to start playing

[@drueckglueck9918]

😂

[@chriszeedyk]

@@loltomean unfortunately it does. I think it's a digital handshake issue that the LG G4 seems to have with some things.

[@WaterDR-tw8re]

The Roku is very underrated. They also have a sub and rears. I use in in my garage in the winter and our smaller yacht in the summer

[@KishorTwist]

Hopefully it’s the Streambar Pro variant!

[@vegscottvegscott3835]

Older apartment dweller here who lives above a B&B, so I have to be careful about when I listen to a full-blown system as opposed to an all in one sound bar, so I own both. I’ve heard all the systems in this video and they’re all good; however, I was able to pick up a Polk Magnifi AX SR system on sale for $600 which is what I listen to when there’s no one around and it absolutely blows up my apartment, excellent system; for those times when I can’t have an active subwoofer rumbling my floor I listen to the JBL 5.0 Multibeam (which is on sale right now at Best Buy for $149 - best $149 I’ve ever spent, and I’ve had a lot of sound bar systems).

[@R6ex]

Best budget 2.1 soundbar is the Creative Stage V2. Just $88!

[@MrDilldock]

I've got this for my PC, it is great!

[@markh351]

I have this soundbar on my secondary setup, nothing fancy but pretty amazing for the price. I got mine a year and a half ago for $100 Canadian.

[@eddieyongmengfai2845]

Agree. My long-lasting 15 years $43 Creative T3300 2.1 PC speakers, at just 54W PMPO, already sounds and works great for my PC. This 160W PMPO Creative Stage V2 will be an awesome upgrade for me!

[@TheFourthWinchester]

I've a 17 year old 2.1 creative which I probably got for $30 and the sound quality is still amazing. No cheap speaker or soundbar comes near it even today.

[@KishorTwist]

Me too! Good

[@jezza6575]

Thanks Caleb your timing couldn’t have been better!

[@great100m]

old ears & damaged hearing makes TV dialog difficult for me. I was looking for a soundbar to improve dialog from a Sam Frame TV over our fireplace and evaluated most in this video. Then I called tech support from a major internet retailer and he asked me why didn't I just buy a Bose TV bar for a couple of hundred bucks. I did and it works very well for what I use it for - dialog.

[@65677332]

Thank you so much ,for helping me to find way better sound than my TV can produce without breaking the bank

[@_DST0NE_]

I am sooo so ready for the Klipsch Flexus Core 300 and its new atmos surrounds/sub. That’s all I’m waiting for. Onkyo guts with baby Dirac?! It’s a no brainer.

[@victorblanco4499]

Sonos Arc Ultra 🙌🏼 💯 🔥

[@KishorTwist]

💸

[@QuanPookie]

Exactly

[@richroj]

thanks Caleb, I'll probably go with the Bose 👍

[@PerculeWTChamp]

Okay, I came for the soundbar, but the intro OMG YES

[@matttypes2695]

Vizio makes the best "cheap" soundbars that hit well above their weight class.

[@drueckglueck9918]

It might be cheap, but sound like some cheap plastic speakers I got when I was a kid bought in toy's r us, I think they were called "my first speaker"

[@NotoriousRKB]

I bought the M213ad-K8 last year based off of your recommendations and I love it. I’m looking to upgrade but again not break the bank. Is there something that is an upgrade to the M213ad-K8 that maybe has more all in one channels and a subwoofer? ( i don’t want any satellite speakers)

[@Pio.Dytkowski]

I am curious why Sennheiser Ambeo Max is not on this list? I know it is on the market for a while, but its quality, sound and bass are exceptional... Bought it a month ago and paired with Ambeo Sub and God... This is a true home theatre replacement!

[@halfclappertopchedda]

I have the Bose 900 for a few years back. I cannot believe how wonderful it sounds. No sub. No surround speakers. I got mine for 799. I feel it's a great bar for that price! You pay for the Bose name but in my opinion it is worth it!

[@DarthGusGus]

perfect timing 🎉 thank you!!

[@GanmorNjitaan]

Finally. I've been waiting for this video

[@dc345601]

I’m sort of stuck between the Arc Ultra with the 300s or going with the Samsung 990D. I currently have a Beam with a Gen 3 sub. The attraction to the Samsung is the audio pass through which will give my old tv more life for a while since it only supports ARC right now. I’m seriously considering the Samsung S90D but possibly closer to the Super Bowl unless I see a stellar deal this week. I appreciate any thoughts or comments.

[@venkatesh760]

If samsung soundbar sound better than sonos arc ultra. Think about the subwoofer. Whether samsung subwoofer sounds better than sub gen 3. Sub gen 3 is a beast. Subwoofer is the heart of the home theater.

[@dc345601]

@@venkatesh760 you’re saying go with the 990D then? Just making sure I understood 😅

[@karthikr177]

Samsung is a complete package at the cost of sonos bar.

[@glennthompson6754]

I was tossing up between the Sonos ultra and the 990d as an upgrade to an older Sony sound bar, surrounds and sub. Was gonna just try the arc ultra alone and see as reviews sound amazing. I didn't wanna get stuck being disappointed though needing to drop double the cash for surrounds and maybe woofer. Went the 990d in the end and really happy. Sound is great, sub deep and the options to adjust the voice and centre channel on the 990d is great. Light years better than my old Sony. Even if the Sonos sounded better, I can't imagine it would be worth the extra cash. Get the 990d.

[@karthikr177]

@@glennthompson6754 absolutely

[@joessepirangel7744]

I love the lg soundbars

[@ShaneC2788]

Very helpful

[@DeFiLeRs]

Got the SAMSUNG HW-Q800C for $220 cant complain is a great soundbar.

[@zorangrujic657]

Thanks!

[@Sal112350]

I have the Q800c used for 200 buck, paired with samsung s90c TV. The Q990 is very expensive but I am very satisfied with the sound of Q800 as an alternative.

[@aaroncater9491]

Missing out on Nakamichi! Currently have the Shockwafe Pro 7.1.4. I've been so impressed over the years that I just purchased the ultra 9.2.4 and will be receiving it in a few days! Super excited!

[@catt3911]

Yeah! Those are the best! Just wish they supported Google.

[@eloritetitus2376]

I got the Shockwave ultra and I've had it for awhile now and i love it I'm waiting now for the dragon I've heard this thing rocks the house I can't wait...

[@erwalkerca]

@@eloritetitus2376 The reviews I have seen of the Dragon have panned it as not being remotely worth the price being asked.

[@FJB2020]

How do you like it? Buddy of mine returned his, was pretty sub par for the price tag..

[@eloritetitus2376]

@FJB2020 it's really nice I had it for about 4 years now and it still hits hard I'm ready for the dragon now😆

[@tpop3723]

It would be nice if they allowed the option to use them as a passive speaker so you could use them with an existing avr and speakers.

[@drueckglueck9918]

No thanks 😂

[@FJB2020]

Just build your own.. an avr would overpower these anyways.

[@MarkFoster321789]

I am going for the Hisense AX5125H because it suits my budget and for a mid range soundbar and subwoofer it appears to be receiving impressive reviews. If I had a grand I would get the JBL 1300.

[@coconexstar]

I returned mine because the bass was nonexistent, and hi-concerto doesn't work, at least in the USA as of now, according to customer support. But the clarity and height of sound are amazing. You'll hear everything but won't feel anything.

[@Kahless00]

The best cinnamon rolls are Allison robicellis brown butter cinnamon rolls. I make them all the time. They're worth the time they take.

[@darrylsaunders2008]

I have a Vizio M512a with Dolby atmos I taped the subwoofer and added a amp aiyima and two 35 watt transducer to the bottom of my couch’s to heighten the movie experience

[@LSOreal]

Isn’t the sennheiser ambeo max better than any of the ones mentioned in this video?

[@drueckglueck9918]

😂 good one. Sennheiser hasn't been good since they were so to a Chinese company three years ago. you might as well buy the cheapest available soundbar on wish and it would be miles better than Scamheiser

[@mohamedabdourahman9845]

Hey just wondering where can I get that stand you have for the Q990D speakers??

[@boodah_dump]

Perfect timing. Was gonna get one for my family for Christmas lmao

[@arunbelur6759]

Hey Caleb, which video editing software are you guys using for your YT videos? The videos look great and the audio mix is really impressive.

[@michaelb4512]

What do you recommend for speakers to work with yamaha sr-c2oa?Thankyou!

[@nyarlathotepthewalkingchao7373]

Samsung Q800D, any thoughts!

[@markh351]

Well I have the Q600C with the optional 9200S rear speakers and am quite happy with it overall other than the occasional split-second audio dropout. I think the Q800D with the 9500S rear speakers would be amazing if you can get it for the right price.

[@eddieyongmengfai2845]

Sounds great, if you don't need rear speakers.

[@96Zazza]

Hi, thanks for the list, that was very helpfull. Unfortunately Vizio is not present in the European market, do you have some recommendations for us on the same price range?

[@NicotineRosberg]

I most likely will never buy a soundbar but I still watch

[@drueckglueck9918]

😱 so you just use the sound from the tv??? That should be illegal 😮

[@johnk.7836]

@@drueckglueck9918 Or, might use an actual surround sound setup :)

[@stefanospina2620]

If i have already a sonos one and i miss a soundbar, its better to go with the one of sonos as well right?

[@anaymakan6989]

I've used a sony soundbar and it's been perfectly fine but I've always thought if you want the best longevity out of your devices, always go sonos because you can add pieces like a jigsaw and they are pretty good with backwards compatibility. Just can't say the same for their app.

[@TheGrandChelem]

What model are the white speakers at 9:38 ?

[@nphung01]

That's from the Wharfedale Diamond 200 series. Not sure of the exact model. Could either be 210, or 220, or 225.

[@TheGrandChelem]

@ thank you very much!

[@billjohnson4759]

I really enjoy your reviews. Do you have a link to the TV stand you are using?

[@vahes647]

How about Bluesound soundbar

[@davidzwicker9988]

❤ mine.

[@jb7753]

It's interesting that a certain mythical creature didn't get a notable mention in..... was the long-term findings for the dragon no good? Has the dragon been slayed by various competitors??

[@Beer_Dad1975]

I know it has its fans, but the Dragon just doesn't make a lot of sense to me - it's as expensive, or more so depending on how you configure it, as a really decent AV receiver setup that will out-perform any sound bar setup, but is still as bulky and intrusive as the AVR option. I think compared to any of the "high end" sound bar options on this list, it's just got much more limited market appeal - and probably for the level of ugly it introduces to your living space, it's just not got the performance to forgive it.

[@fonkenful]

@@Beer_Dad1975And let’s not forget that several well known reviewers had major critiques of it not delivering anywhere near the originally promised performance, and a level of user interface that might have been groundbreaking a decade ago.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

@@fonkenful Yes that was the impression I got from most reviews - at least before they introduced the insanely expensive 12" sub options. Really seems like they promised the sky, but didn't quite deliver, except on the sky high pricing.

[@pepealonso95]

I would love to see a review of the vizio elevate se (2024 version). You've tested the previous versions and I would like to see how they stack up (more so compared to previous versions).

[@ChristosParliaros]

soundbars are great but if you want theater experience you need surround speakers the main problem with these or the Sony quad is... cables. If you have your tv in a livingroom you don't want cables going around left and right. If there is a good sound system for Atmos with remote speakers I would to see it and buy it.

[@michaelb4512]

Will the yamaha sr-c2oa work with roku wireless surround sound speakers?Thankyou!

[@user-cv2vv2oz6n]

Nice video and the shout out for Roku. I have the Roku Streambar Pro with 2 rears (powered), 2 extra front speakers and sub. Impressed with the build quality, esp the separate speakers. I downsized from a 5k surround system and I am shocked at the sound these are capable of putting out. Dialogue is on par with my old system, maybe a little better but I am in a smaller room. The surround sound quality varies with what I am streaming. Disney + and Max are the best and some surround effects will make you take notice, Netflix descent, Hulu not good. KZbin tv surround is almost non existent.

[@DennisLasko-u4n]

Excelent info. I am looking for a soundbar for my 2022/3 samsung 65" tv. It really needs some help with sound. I think any soundbar will give be a great improvement in sound compared to what I am getting now, and I am not super picky. My focus is simplicity; a stand alone soundbar that I can control with the tv's native remote, and also have bluetooth speaker capabilities. I like the sound of the Klipsch but am not sure it meets those two criteria. Thoughts?

[@ianharris3502]

Waiting on a s90d and wondering how much id have to spen on audio to get an upgrade versus the onboard speakers

[@terra___photo]

2:50 Nice Polyphia shoutout 🤘

[@mysteryman5213]

I've wanted to add on a sound bar for some time but have always been concerned with potential lag. Are some systems better than others to prevent lag? What do I look for while shopping? I own a LG C3 and wonder what's my best option for under $750?

[@KishorTwist]

For higher-tier audio: Samsung 60C-600C-800C-801B-801D LG SC9S Sonos Arc-Beam 2-Ray (supposedly frustratingly messy app these days) Vizio Elevate-M512e K6

[@Tronte28]

Currently, the Bose Smart Soundbar and the Vizio Elevate 5.1.2 Soundbar SE (SL512X-0806) are sitting at the same price of 399$ at Amazon, which one should I buy in this case? wil the extra speakers and bass from Vizio worth it?

[@deancollinss]

supposedly bose one is actually pretty bad, do some extra research

[@dbehbood]

Thoughts on Bose 900?

[@armjcv]

wasnt the Flexus Core 200 better than bose 600 or sonos beam by itself?

[@KishorTwist]

Beam>600>Flexus

[@LeezahB]

There are some great options here! I always wonder if it is better to stick with my pretty good AVR that doesn’t have Atmos or to move to a soundbar-like solution that has Atmos? I hesitate to replace with a new AVR because I don’t want wires going to my rear or side surrounds.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

Atmos sounds significantly different on a good setup (IMO better, but some people don't like it) than Dolby 5.1 - and the difference between Atmos and 2.0 stereo is night and day. I'd say see if you can get a demo of it somewhere - and make sure they put an Atmos movie on, not one of the crazy demo reels that don't actually tell you anything about what you think of the effects in a real watching scenario. As you note, the real advantage of a soundbar setup like Sonos etc is the wireless system that makes it less intrusive into living spaces.

[@LeezahB]

@@Beer_Dad1975 My system now is 5.1 (not 2.1). I am using the speakers above on the wall behind me as my side surrounds (the speakers were already wired in the wall when I moved here). It actually sounds pretty good (mostly due to my front surrounds speakers being amazing), but I sometimes wonder how much I am missing with no Atmos!?🙂

[@Beer_Dad1975]

@@LeezahB I can only compare to my sisters setup, which is an aging but at the time top of the line Yamaha 5.1 AVR with a esoteric, but very good set of also quite old speakers attached to it including a pretty good sub. - it was I always thought a very good setup - but she'd also had it wired into the house so there were no issues with cables. It was I always thought an amazing setup for movies compared to what I had at the time she got it. Eventually I assembled a Sonos Arc, 2 Era 300 surrounds, and 2 Sub Gen 3's for our TV room- and it is definitely significantly more immersive for content which supports Atmos than her system - plus the wife doesn't totally hate it - well she doesn't like the Era 300's up on the back wall, but she has seemingly come to accept it. If I could get away with an AVR Atmos setup, I would - and we do have a 3rd room that I'm planning on turning into a home theatre when (if) the kids leave - and I'll put an AVR system in there for sure. Anyway - best thing to do is to get a demo and see if you think the expense is justified.

[@MrReddy1972]

Hello, Thank you for your detailed reviews. Can you also review some of the LG sound bars ?

[@TheFoose2007]

I recently bought the Vizio MSeries 5.1.2 Elevate 2022-2023 model. I think it sounds pretty damn good. Is the new 5.1.2 Elevate SE for 2024 any better sound wise? I beleive the older model has more speakers making me think the older one should actually sound better??

[@tc-home]

Nice review! I'm looking at the Yamaha SR-B30A... it's currently at the same price point as the C20 in Canada. The B30 should be a better buy? Much appreciate your advice!

[@-dvh-]

Sony HT-A3000 250-Watt 3.1 Channel Sound Bar. Sony SA-SW3 200-Watt Wireless Subwoofer. 2 Sony SARS3S 100-Watt Wireless Bookshelf Speakers. $1,130 CAD, all in.

[@Tomek1Oko]

My new LG g4 is coming today with free lg S90TY 5.1.3 soundbar I hope is decent …

[@Noobmaster-sd1qm]

where did you get that deal? I only see 50% reduced for the soundbar

[@Tomek1Oko]

@ hi. I live in London/UK majority of big retailers here have either 50% off for flagship S95TR or completely free S90TY when bought together with G4 65”

[@Noobmaster-sd1qm]

@@Tomek1Oko which retailer? I cant find it in john lewis or currys

[@Tomek1Oko]

@@Noobmaster-sd1qm I bought from richer sounds, very reliable, it is my second big purchase from them, the first one was LG E7 years ago…

[@Noobmaster-sd1qm]

​@@Tomek1Oko I see not a bad deal, enjoy! let me know what you think of the sound bar and if its worth it. I was thinking of overpriced Sonos, but I'd take the free lg if its free and decent

[@cyberairwolf]

What do you think of the Samsung HW-Q700D 3.1.2ch 2024 - just looking for a decent dolby atmos soundbar to enjoy movies in my bedroom without breaking the bank (this will be paired with my lg c2 + apple tv 4k 2023)

[@cyberairwolf]

I also had an LG QP5 which was atrocious to say the least

[@toner37]

I am still wondering why there is that millisecond lag in the audio/visual for my Sony system? I have a new Bravia, Sony Receiver and even upgraded to a new Sony 4K blue-ray player The lag in the sync only happens when I play a blue-ray dvd. Regular dvds are all good, just blue-ray ones. I've tried to search to see what to adjust be it the tv settings but not sure.

[@mahumike7531]

Would love to know why Sennheiser AMBEO Max not even listed! (PS Im in LOVE with my new Samsung 990D)

[@danishprince2760]

Hoping for a review of the coming Klipsch Flexus Core 300 in the near future

[@CallardAndBowser]

Can't you guys review this: Hisense U5120GW+ Hisense 7.1.2 CH Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer Thanks !

[@Pallidus_Rider]

Soundbars really make a difference. I picked up an inexpensive refurbished one from Bose web site. Now, I am thinking of getting a better one.

[@Spudst3r]

How does the JBL 1000 soundbar line up with these?

[@vpst00]

Has the sonos debacle been fixed? I am talking specifically about the app and connecitivity issues that plaqued them from that app update this past year.

[@bungalowtomcat1]

How may more surround speakers can you add to the SONOS 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 ???

[@adenoidhinkel]

From my perspective the best setup is the arc ultra, 2 Era 300 and 2 subs.

[@bungalowtomcat1]

@adenoidhinkel I'm wanting to add more surround sound speakers

[@adenoidhinkel]

I think its not possible. For the home theater set up just 2 surround speakers. But if you have more speakers around your house in different rooms I dont know if you can share the sound of your movies for a wide sound stage. Never try it but I will.

[@bungalowtomcat1]

@@adenoidhinkel yeh I just wish there was ways to have 7.1 surround sound speaker system with the Sound Bar , I'm sure there's a way

[@steveholds2844]

Just group any additional Sonos speaker but you may get a slight delay in audio

[@jonathanfelix86]

Is the Vizio SV510X-0806 in Amazon the same as SV510M-0806 in Best Buy ?

[@RicioTantocoIII]

Just curious.. no Nakamichi dragon??

[@Jedi71]

No shit. This guy creaming his jeans over the Dragon at CES or whatever is what made me buy one and he doesn't even put it on this list. I wasted thousands of dollars and the Dragon is back in the box waiting to sell on FB Marketplace because my separates sound better (no surrounds, I've decided I don't care about surrounds.)

[@erwalkerca]

@@Jedi71 A lot of the hands-on reviews were not impressed by the Dragon give the premium price being charged for it.

[@Jedi71]

​@@erwalkercaCorrect. But those came out after I bought it. Except one. Digital Trends.

[@andrewc1036]

@@Jedi71how much you want?

[@FJB2020]

​@@Jedi71my buddy returned his. It was extremly disappointing..

[@ENGBriseB]

A Cheap AVR with some good speakers which will last a lifetime. Would make a good sound bar sound bar sound pretty hopeless. In the real world. Enjoying your films and music too. : )

[@FJB2020]

Yeah, the soundbar fans need to wake up and buy a real system.. then they will start shietposting like the rest of us lol

[@benyoung6220]

Jbl bar 1300 any thoughts?

[@carlosbezie7451]

I want to try that Sony sound system so bad, the price is so high but from all the reviews I've seen, it seems like it's worth it

[@CobraJeffa]

Not for us brokies 😂

[@brentnutter1510]

Wondering If you've ever tested the Samsung HW-S800D and your thoughts? Thanks Caleb!

[@nawfalahamed3330]

hi, I looking to purchase the TCL S643w 3.1 soundbar. Would u recommend it. Any thoughts guys. Really unsure here.