Vizio M-Series 5.1 Sound Bar Review (M51a-H6) | How is it this good?

[@Caleb_Denison]

Which soundbar should I do next? Seeing a lot of interest in Klipsch I think!

[@matty_free]

2021 higher end Samsung and LG Soundbars.

[@CaptainJamesTKirk-en4kt]

So how does this compare to the Sony 8500? It does Dolby Atmos but I am not impressed with it. I have the Sony 900H 75" TV on a short wall, and don't need a elaborate system for my kids room with the PS5... Will this handle 2.1 HDMI and does it do decent on Dolby Atmos or would I be better off with the Elevate? Thanks....

[@renaldobaptista4253]

Klipsch Cinema 1200 please 👍

[@craighopkins4496]

Best value soundbar is klipsch at the moment.

[@MegaJbomb]

@@craighopkins4496 Which Klipsch product are you referring to?

[@blingdream8637]

I purchased the 5.1 v series and I was blown away by the system. Serious bang for the buck.

[@jensenlopez2944]

Honestly completely insane!!! Man if only more companies would do business like this. Another company is LG when it comes to smartphones. However they are going out of business.

[@kylenuber6496]

Thanks for the review, I actually just bought this exact sound bar last week. Matched it up with the Vizio M-series 55" TV. Honestly stumbled on this purchase. These are my 2nd Vizio sound bar and TV, and I would highly recommend to anyone. Quality and price! Great reviews and thanks for the info.

[@G-flo]

"If you want to feel like you're sitting in a theatre in the comfort of your own home, this system absolutely pulls that off." That's all I needed to hear. Thank you DT!

[@ericanderson4382]

I just bought it 2 days ago .. I’m Disappointed wit the Subwoofer 🔊 my Vizio bar from 3 years ago was much more bassy

[@xHeLLz]

Just bought it today and the satellite speakers don’t work smh

[@SillyOmega]

@@xHeLLz did it get resolved or did it just break.

[@SillyOmega]

@@xHeLLz im actually thinking of going for sony sound bar sytem with earc.

[@xHeLLz]

@@SillyOmega i had to get a new system. this one is working better but still cuts out during loud moments for some reason

[@gerardi2000]

I thought the same thing. I thought it was incredible. I was thoroughly surprised. I told all my friends about it. The only place I could find it was Costco. It sold $300 and then went on sale for $200. This is a GREAT buy. I’m a speaker snob too and this was good for a speaker snob like me.

[@joeygonzo]

$200????

[@donttrip2366]

eBay had a special, 168$ for a refurbished and 2 year warranty. It was very worth it

[@Akhenatonio]

@@donttrip2366 I will never buy another refurbished soundbar from ebay again. $200 new is a steal though.

[@donttrip2366]

@@Akhenatonio I’m fine with this purchase , free 2 year warranty included. Also I had the sound bar for 1month now nothing has gone wrong so far..

[@pras346]

It's on sale at Costco now for $140.

[@bensherwinbs]

For any wondering, this is Virtual ATMOS. It supports ATMOS content and tries to simulate sound above you without the up-firing speakers. I recall he said in the video it isn’t that great compared to true ATMOS, but the overall quality of the sound would make it less noticeable. I have the older VIZIO SMB3651-F6 (the version without up-firing speakers) and it sounds fantastic. Most of the specs are similar to this one, to be honest. Vizio made really good bars and then scaled them down for a few years to have different price points, but this bar seems to be getting back to the VIZIO sound bar roots of getting premium sound at a budget price. Awesome work by VIZIO for not gauging it’s customers.

[@tritonh5683]

thabk you. you just sold me the bar

[@davebenthimer4154]

For someone living in a 650 foot apartment this soundbar is fantastic... I love it !!

[@CalvinTennessee]

Well in the real world the VAST majority of people are not even getting ATMOS or DTS X signal anyways.

[@MrThisguy200]

This soundbar is incredible for the price. It’s perfect for a small room and is really immersive. First test was Man of Steel and I thoroughly enjoyed watching with this audio setup. Only thing is that sometimes when I power on with my directv remote it doesn’t transfer audio. But powering on with my tv remote it works as it should. Very small complaint but doesn’t affect the value of this soundbar IHMO.

[@scottivlow9962]

Ok Caleb I finally did it. I just bought this on Amazon for $311.00. I can't believe I finally did it. I can't wait to get this set up. I'll post tomorrow about why I bought this sound bar.

[@davebenthimer4154]

Hi ... love this review... bought this sound bar to pair with my m series vizio 70 inch. I LOVE IT.... FANTASTIC... I wont be going to the theater any time soon. Thanks again for the review.

[@johnsanchez246]

Hi! I got this last week after buying it from Costco at $199. This soundbar is powerful enough to fill my living room (19x17.5x8) and it sounds amazing! I think anyone who is looking for quality sound and is on a budget would be absolutely satisfied with this.

[@brianallen140]

Same. Bought it a few months ago and it's pretty good

[@monlegaspi]

Agreed! Bought it second hand and now my living room of 5×7 rocks!

[@ericbryant796]

Yes, I'm shocked how good it sounds and even for music...bought on sale for $199 so wasn't expecting much, but DANG! Surround is great, and as you said, perfect balance, dialog is clear and Sub has some punch for its small size. Has to be "best bang for the buck" winner!

[@Akhenatonio]

Missed the sale price, but am still happy I found it for $299.

[@shawnriv9]

Where did you find it for $199?

[@hxshgodz9102]

😭😭 500 bucks in Canada

[@sehajgupta3462]

@@hxshgodz9102 where did you find this in Canada?

[@hxshgodz9102]

@@sehajgupta3462 Well sorry if I got your hopes up but it's the Ma1x -J6. It's so similar to this model. On Amazon (us) but there's a global shipping fee.

[@GracefulTumult]

I also saw Rtings excellent review and how it was recommended over others more expensive. I now have it in my bedroom with hardwood floors and the performance is awesome. The sub thumps and sound is coming from above from every direction. For the price it's unbeatable.

[@jaimeivsuarezherrera4312]

I bought it 4 years ago and I still love it. ❤❤❤

[@GrzegorzDurda]

The perpetual hangover looking dude is my favorite reviewer! His clips should be all slow motion shots of mixed drinks, dropping ice cubes, beer flows and the like.

[@Wombats-1]

I got this thing today for my semi truck. It sounds amazing in this small space. Definitely worth the price

[@Masoch1st]

I have a real atmos system, and I can tell you I would never want anything less now. It is an absolute MUST.

[@minnybiker4505]

I bought this. I have 17' ceilings. I think it sounds excellent for the price. I'm sure there are better units out there, but I wasn't willing to spend more than $500 (at that point, I'd rather put that money towards an actual component system).

[@danielosarfo-akoto8189]

I bought this for around 150 on Black Friday at Best Buy I think. I watched your top 10 soundbars of 2020 list and I was shocked this wasnt on there. This thing is amazing!!!! Id say wait for a sale as this usually goes on sale for quite a bit more off of it.

[@rseits]

I was able to pick one up for 130 because the box was damaged its an amazing deal

[@Sean_Connery]

Not 150$ new ever. 180$ on sale around a month after it came out

[@saulmeza1215]

Maybe you got the V series

[@Krakn3Dfx]

Just ordered these based on your review, Caleb, thanks! Didn't want to pay a grand for a sound bar setup, but for $300, I'm onboard.

[@mattyg6898]

I've had this soundbar for a year now. I've had 2 of them just die on me out of nowhere. I don't heavily use my TV by any means or do any insane movie watching theater experiences. I'm very thankful for Vizio replacing both of them. I did their advanced replacement program where they put a hold charge on your card until your old one gets back to them and the process was pretty easy. Just not very pleased that I've had 2 of them die on me out of nowhere. amazing sound though. I really got it for the 4K passthru HDMI eARC port. I also purchased the M series 2.1 for the same reason so I would only have 1 HDMI cord running to me TV

[@DUNGSTA]

Third one is the charm 😉👍

[@SillyOmega]

This is why i usaully avoid vizzio.

[@cshaffer]

To anyone reading, this setup will be less than $200 at Costco on Black Friday.... so... buy it.

[@mbj920]

Hey Christian, I've been looking everywhere but haven't seen any news on this soundbar for black frifay at costco. I will definitely keep my eyes opened then. Thanks! Cwhere di you hear abou this deal, just curious so i can stay in the know.

[@Munthasir123]

$170 in Best Buy

[@jasonsimmons6684]

I bought this at Sam's for $160 one day. They were out of the one we went to get and I got the last one of these they had. Was so happy after getting it installed and running. Great sounding system for the money honestly.

[@realmtl6829]

This one actually sold out at the Sams AND Costco near me. So mad I missed out on this for my office.

[@DUNGSTA]

And I have blue eyes...

[@jasonsimmons6684]

@@DUNGSTA congrats

[@operator8181]

Perfect timing, I was looking to slap this onto my gaming PC

[@shawng4886]

I have the 5.1.2 Atmos system and honestly for $300, I’m blown away by the sound quality every time I turn it on! It’s completely transformed my movie, TV, and gaming experience! My games sound AMAZING on it! I do wish it supported HDMI 2.1 but it’s not a deal breaker as I still get HDMI 2.0. And the Atmos affect is actually pretty good. The upfiring speakers do give a height affect. It’s crazy how much Vizio is just disrupting the soundbar market! I also tried the Samsung Q850T for $950 and yes, it was better, BUT nowhere near $650 better! Vizio is seriously punching above their price point! And yeah, the 6” sub absolutely delivers! I live in an upstairs apartment and have my sub set to -6 because any higher and the floor shakes thunderously lol

[@questioneverything9350]

I guess you were talking about 5.1.2 and not this 5.1

[@shawng4886]

@@questioneverything9350 correct

[@DUNGSTA]

@@shawng4886 so get the $300 5.1 or $400+ 5.1.2?

[@huntercupples9614]

I know I’m really late to this video, but I can’t figure this out on my own. What speaker stands did you use for these speakers?

[@infini1970]

Great review. Thank you. I was at Costco today looking at sound bars. This one is $169!! Testing it left me thinking about it after the whole time I was shopping. Had to try it again. I’ll be buying it tomorrow.

[@keithhoward8131]

Very little in-depth reviews on the Klipsch 1200, would like to hear your thoughts on this sound bar and an in-depth review. Is it worth the money? .

[@exhaustguy]

I am far from being an audiophile, and I am a late adopter of technology. I have to say I am very happy with this soundbar, and I definitiely can tell the difference between it and my cheap Logitech Z323 system I used before which cost me $50.

[@tnnandi]

It's surprising that Vizio hasn't fixed issues that have been reported over multiple years and is still selling the "defective" soundbars. I recently bought an M51a-H6 soundbar that has very inconsistent volume settings. Most of the time, it goes full volume (extremely loud) at volume level 2 (the full range being 0-100). Vizio send me a replacement soundbar, but this too has the same issue. From online forums, it seems this is an issue that has been reported as early as 2018 for other Vizio soundbars. This is not expected from a company that aims to be a big player in the soundbar market. Does anyone know about any solution to this issue?

[@ryansharer22]

May be a dumb question, but your TV doesn’t need to be a Vizio for this system to be compatible, right? I have a TCL tv with Roku. Just making sure

[@Bluboy30]

Yes, I have Dolby Atmos and DTS: X setup for last 6 years at home. I love it! I started out with a 5.1.2 Atmos setup then move to a full 7.2.4 Atmos/DTS: X set up at my new place.

[@Akhenatonio]

So.

[@DUNGSTA]

This is a 5.1

[@Bluboy30]

@@DUNGSTA Yes, I know it's a 5.1 system but I answered Celeb's question. Did you even watch the video before you replied to my comment? He asked if anyone experienced Dolby Atmos at home and that's my answer.

[@Bluboy30]

@@Akhenatonio So, that's my home system, you jealous?

[@johnstiles7709]

Some tips- (1) My house is a single-story on a raised foundation. No matter where I placed the subwoofer, or how low I turned down it's volume, it was WAY too loud. My fix was placing it on the fireplace hearth where it doesn't resonate into the floor. If you're at all DISTRACTED by the bass, dial it down until you don't notice it anymore. Mine is set at just below the midway point. (2) Of the four EQ settings, I've settled on the one labeled DIRECT. I can leave it there for regular TV, streaming and Blu-rays. (3) If your TV's up against one wall, and your sofa is up against the opposite wall, the rear speakers are going to sound too loud. I initially had mine mounted on the wall with their volume turned all the way down. Putting them on the floor and turning the Center level up took care of that. (4) There's a weird thing that happens sometimes when you switch from watching a TV channel to go to a Roku Channel. It wants to stay on the sound feed from the cable box instead of the new streaming source. It's not a big deal- I just turn the TV off and turn it right back on again ( and then navigate to the Roku Channel that I originally wanted ). (5) I'm fairly certain that most of my issues are due to compatibility difficulties with my TV (TCL) offering only HDMI ARC and the Vizio is rocking the EArc. The CEC "standard" might not be as bulletproof as advertised. (6) If you have gotten too deep in the weeds of tweaking all the levels you can always do a FACTORY RESET. I've probably done it more than 10 times already. It just takes a few seconds. Walk over to the bar and push the Bluetooth and volume down button ( - ) simultaneously for five seconds. When the LEDs stop flashing it's back to the same way it was the first day you pulled it out of the box. (7) The volume level from each source (cable box, Roku, BlueRay etc) is separate from the others. So, for example, you might turn the volume ALL the way down for the end credits of a DVD movie. Then you watch something on cable at normal volume. The next time you pop in a movie there's no sound. You think something screwed up, but really the volume for THAT source is still at "0".

[@johnstiles7709]

One drawback to the rear surround speakers is they're puny. If you already have some larger ones that you want to swap them out with, you can. All you need is some aftermarket male RCA phono plugs with + and - terminals for regular speaker wire. I did that with some PolkAudio R-30s, and it really made a big difference!

[@Screamingformoreicecream]

I hooked this up today and I thought the sub was really weak. I turned the sub all the way up and it hardly thumped. I own a 6 year old Vizio and it’s sub shakes the windows. Am I doing something wrong?

[@paulszo]

Bought this Mseries setup to go with my Mseries 70". Awesome sound and easy peasy hookup.

[@Lordzesuz25]

I love the review I just purchased this and I can’t wait to install it and use it. Keep up the great work.

[@kristian1457]

We had so many issues with this sound bar, two of them actually. They wouldn't stay synced to the tv, it would default to stereo without a reset, changing sound profiles would cause the cutouts or static. After 2 of them, we got a samsung sound bar and no issues at all.

[@24Gucho]

I'm having constant issues with my HDMI-ARC to my Vizio bar. I'm thinking dedicated home theater system or a $1k+ soundbar next. Sometimes a good deal isn't worth the headache...

[@andrewjohnson1486]

Vizio 5.1 was an interesting product and is doing so well still with its Mediatek chipset. Good review mate.

[@ninovosstek]

It arrives tomorrow!!! I’m replacing a Sony theater in a box from like 12 years ago!! Paired it with a Vizio 65” m series TV and Apple TV 4K!

[@juaniboa5543]

Don’t forget to comment if you like it or how much you like it please. Enjoy!

[@ninovosstek]

@@juaniboa5543 Caleb was absolutely correct. Phenomenal sound. My own theater. Super clear sounds and good bass.

[@nathandickinson266]

I just purchased mine and thought the same thing about the sound. It has no business sounding this good for that price.

[@abdullahahmad79]

Hi Caleb, GREAT Review!!! I just got this soundbar and I just have a small question. I have a Hisense U8H tv and when I connect this soundbar to a TV in the audio settings of TV DIGITAL AUDIO OUT should I select "Pass Through" or leave on "Auto"? My findings include when I select leave on AUTO volume on the streaming services is low and when I select "info" on the soundbar remote it tell me that it is playing Dolby Digital or Dolby Atmos " DOLBY MAT" but when I select "Pass through" and listen to info on my soundbar it tells me Dolby digital plus or if I'm connecting a console and Dolby digital is selected it tells me Dolby Digital and sounds on Pass through are much louder and sounds Amazing. It seems to me to select Pass Through because when Auto is selected even when I am playing songs on youtube that are only 2 channels, Soundbar tells me Dolby Audio - Dolby MAT but when selecting Pass Through it tell me Linear PCM which seems to be correct because it is 2 channel stereo. Thank you for your help!!!!

[@michaeldsurney5016]

Would you say this system is an upgrade over a 12 yr old tradational 5.1 setup with a receiver and 5 independent speakers?

[@dww0329]

Hi Caleb, I’m considering this Vizio M-series the one your reviewing here and my question locating sub woofer on the hardwood floor or on my rug for best performance? 1 of 2 questions big thanks!!

[@mikerobinson883]

So dolby atmos won't work if your tv has arc and not earc?

[@DubstopherWubson13]

Is this worth the premium pricepoint in comparision to the V series or even the M seres M51ax-J6?

[@buckeyenation7322]

Nice job Caleb. Can't wait to see what's coming next from Vizio!

[@charlesdaugherty492]

I purchased this Visio sound bar and matched it up compatible Visio TV. It worked well for about 3 months then it stopped functioning. A little research determined that a complete malfunction is a common trait with this sound bar. There appears to be a manufacturing or design flaw with this product.

[@duncan359]

I just bought this with a 3 year extended warranty from sams club for that reason

[@RomeGoLARGE]

WHAT ABOUT THE VIZIO M51 AX-J6? Why no review for that one?

[@brianmcconnell1817]

I just bought one of these and the sound is beautiful! The speakers are almost half he size of my previous Vizio system but they produce much better sound. The only complaint I have is the remote. It’s a bit of a pain in the butt to get accustomed to. Also if you have two inputs such as a TV receiver and a game system you can only have one of them on at a time. The “input search” function will default to whichever sound source is currently operating and ignore anything else. So as a result you have to turn off other sound sources in order for the sound bar to “sense” the correct input you want to listen to. My previous Vizio sound bar didn’t do this. You just selected an input source and it switched to it. No turning things on and off. Some may call this intuitive, I call it more work for less results. If there’s anyone who knows a way to turn off the “input search” function on this system let me know.

[@wilfranGG]

Oye una pregunta cuáles son mejores estos Visio m series o los Sony ht s40r ?

[@matty_free]

Love these soundbar reviews! Once the new 2021 soundbars come out, I'd love to see another review of the top soundbars of the year (specifically Dolby Atmos soundbars). Thanks Caleb!

[@Caleb_Denison]

On it!

[@AblissMusic]

If I use a TV app on my smart TV for Atmos content, say, Disney+, then does the TV itself also have to have Atmos built in? Or will the Disney+ and soundbar be enough to experience Atmos?

[@MrEgg-]

As long as you have an earc port you're fine. Just use a 2.1 cable

[@grahammizzi4368]

these are the best reviews for products, as you review everything that one who loves tech would want to see

[@grahammizzi4368]

the sound bar game definitely has improved thank gosh cause most suck

[@thanuyorka2199]

Great video, a quick question how would this sound bar compare to Definitive Technology Studio with an optical cable connection? Thank you in advance.

[@mylesdorado769]

I think Caleb saw my last comment on the Series X audio lag! I'll try out the 2.1 cable for eARC and report back

[@tomaszrzeznik3444]

Try passtrough in TV settings for me this help and no lag.

[@chrisg8820]

Might be doing the same, didn’t think 2.1 from receiver to tv mattered

[@liquidribs]

Can you do a review of the coming vizio M512A-H6? It's upgraded version with two more upfiring speakers. Guys pls like this post to increase visibility. Thanks!

[@Caleb_Denison]

Will definitely try to pull that one in!

[@GrandpaGrundle]

Yeah. When is it releasing?

[@TravionMusic]

If it ever comes out. We’re almost half way through the year and it was supposed to be released in December 2020. It might be canceled tbh

[@jemsd83]

@@TravionMusic I'm thinking because it would take away from the Vizio elevate because 3 or 4 hundred dollars cheaper. I'm thinking around the holidays so they can sell the crap out of it or some time in 2022.

[@jemsd83]

@@TravionMusic I'm just going to buy the M 5.1 and call it a day. With the money I'll save I won't have a problem buying a better M series in a year or two.

[@eastbayjay]

Great review. I bought my Vizio 5.1 V51-H6 a couple years ago from Costco and we like it a lot. Do you have any tips or a video explaining the best EQ and Effect settings to get the best sound experience for movies and music?

[@ihyily]

how does this stack up to the SB36512-F6 version ?

[@jasoncaruso8518]

Following...

[@kidpoker9408]

i would imagine its comparable but not worth upgrading f6 is the best your going to get for that price point, if anything hookup two of them. one via arc one optical set inputs using bar not remote i have the e6 and h6 and no sync issues extra sub makes makes a big difference.. you can email me i can send you pics of my 2 5.1 soundbar setup

[@kimofromkalihi]

Just picked a brand new one for $80 yesterday. Dude buys storage lockers, Score! It sounds so much better than my 10 year old Sony 5.1 home theater system. So clear, don’t need subtitles anymore💯. Worth every dollar. Have a 82” Samsung qled, Ps5 running HDMI arc. Phenomenal setup for a casual sound lover.

[@SuperUltra_]

How did you get it for $80?!?

[@volumeboyman]

I went with the V series for a small room I use primarily for video games and minus the Atmos and HDMI-In, it's basically the same thing but $100 cheaper.

[@acefr8816]

Without the HDMI in or eARC, it means no lossless audio formats like Dolby TrueHD, Atmos, DTS-HD, DTS:X.

[@kidpoker9408]

@@acefr8816 i highly doubt with these budget bars that compressed vs un make a difference

[@acefr8816]

@@kidpoker9408 It may or may not, depending on how good the lossy audio is. The bigger issue is if the source video has only lossless audio, the soundbar cannot play it.

[@gavincurtis]

Got one for guest bedroom. It sounds so AMAZING for what it is/cost, got another for computer. Looking for an excuse to get a 3rd one. Tiny sub with inexpensive looking driver, but the DSP makes it go deep. Not a dumpy, boomy sounding sub you are used to for such a tiny thing.

[@Frank-ed3db]

Just bought one great sound !!!!! Thank you for the review!!!! Great video!!!

[@MrJeanWilson]

still waiting for the elevate to drop under around 700$ if not i'll pick this up whenever they go in stock. Now the question is do you think the elevate is worth it 450$ for the h6 vs 900+ for the elevate?

[@johnsanchez246]

Keep an eye on Best Buy. I've seen the Elevate on sale for $600 a couple of different times already.

[@thefragrancewriter]

Are you able to compare this to the 5.1.2 Vizio soundbar? Sounds like the trade-off is up-firing speakers vs tweeters. I wonder if the tweeters make a noticeable difference here

[@ElicitRivera]

I can’t find it anywhere to buy! I’ve been looking and looking and it’s out of stock everywhere. Anybody can help?

[@thanakornchansri4212]

I've been looking too !!!

[@thedoctorsoffice3481]

It is available at my local Walmart and Best Buy stores. Check Best Buy, I went in store and they ordered 1 for me. They have delivery or pickup option for the order. Picking mine up on Saturday.

[@playnicegames]

Costco has it in stock

[@nilsandersen]

Two questions: 1: does this bar allow for muting center channel to get rid of sports commentary 2: will it work with an AppleTV 4K and tv with regular hdmi (no eArc)

[@Batman-eh9ww]

I have the Vizio 5.1.2 atmos system , it’s ok the height speakers aren’t strong enough to bounce off the ceiling but atmos still sounds great especially though the surrounds

[@kidpoker9408]

through the surrounds no such thing

[@marvinmurakami8828]

You need a 5.1.4 system to have atmos speakers in the rear surrounds.

[@TheMontoya760]

Where did you get the stands for the satellite speakers

[@dww0329]

2nd question, I’m streaming using Ethernet to Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen high speed cable (Q) should I connect to my 4K 2016 60” LED with ARC or to this sound bar then hdmi 2.1 cable from Vizio to tv ARC? TY your reviews are truly amazing and super helpful

[@marvilous37]

What stands do you recommend for the rest speakers?

[@Hopper024]

How does this system compare to the Vizio Elevate? Meaning, is it worth the price difference to go with the Elevate, if this system sounds so good at a lower cost?

[@Caleb_Denison]

The Elevate is a lot more spacious sounding. But I am not convinced it is $500 more spacious.

[@Gaur8n]

I always wonder if 2-3 feet is enough for audio separation between front left and right channels on soundbars. My 2.1 system has over 6 feet of separation.

[@Dillisive]

I know this is late but I just purchased this unit amazing sound quality.

[@BreakTime10101]

I got the Vizio SB36512-F6 5.1.2 sound bar on sale at Sam Club for $279, regularly $450. It’s probably not the best one out there, but to me it sounds great compared to what I had.

[@Batman-eh9ww]

I have the same it’s great! What sucks is the 5.1.4 is on sale now for 299 at Costco😑

[@BreakTime10101]

@@Batman-eh9ww Dang it.

[@kidpoker9408]

hook up two of them i got e6 and ns and no sync issue's 2 subs sound great. use arc and optical but u have to use the soundbar to set the input's not the remote cause then the remote switches inputs on both devices

[@grsldagoats]

Great review. What do you mean by “Flight” the soundbar? Does that mean putting one on each corner of the actual soundbar?

[@jmichaelz2]

I’ve been really happy with this soundbar. Super impressed with Vizio including all the cables and ties and everything in the box being labeled. I prefer the ‘Dual’ effect mode, but haven’t yet found the setting that allows me to decrease the surround volume and push more through the center speaker bar. If I switch to surround ‘on’ or ‘front’ I lose the voice/dialogue coming to surround speakers. ??

[@jamesw657]

Dialogue is not supposed to come out of the rear speakers in a surround format, that's what the center channel is for. The rear speakers are meant for ambient and directional sound, they only should play dialogue in stereo mode, not surround.

[@tylereckert5295]

I watched your video about TV picture settings and loved it. Could you give some recommendations on sound settings for this system?

[@licey71]

What’s the difference between this and the m51ax-J6?

[@marcuspaul5793]

good question

[@CurtisCritique]

did you ever find a good answer to this?

[@liquidcode1704]

@@CurtisCritique the ax is 1 model year newer, but according to people on the internet, the older model is better

[@SirThomasHarber]

Be sure to review the Klipsch Cinema 800/1200 when they release soon!!

[@BossBrownsugar]

I need sound-bar or receiver that does eArc and has two HDMI 2.1 4k120 Dolby Vision out ports.

[@audiovideophile5317]

Two HDMI "inputs" or "outputs"? I've never seen one that has two outputs. Why two outputs? Blu-Ray players & Receivers sure. You could always just get an active HDMI splitter, pretty cheap.

[@BossBrownsugar]

@@audiovideophile5317 Inputs my bad

[@audiovideophile5317]

@@BossBrownsugar Then the Klipsch is one that will work for you. 2 HDMI - 8K actually so better than 4K, eARC, if you want it. Dolby Vision support. Soundbar is 5.0.2 (Atmos Front) channels. Wireless 0.1 sub. And wireless 0.2 rear surrounds. So 5.1.4 system. Sub and rear just plug into any power outlet. No need to run speaker wire around the room. Premium wood, not plastic cabinet. Quality Klipsch sound. Only $1500 retail for the whole system, if you want all the parts.

[@BossBrownsugar]

@@audiovideophile5317 what’s the model #?

[@audiovideophile5317]

@@BossBrownsugar Klipsch Cinema 1200. Currently backordered everywhere. Must like a lot of electronics.

[@philbegay2788]

I wish you showed how to sey up to the tv. I am having trouble connecting to tv and expelling the sound

[@ebenezerthomas9245]

Truly amazing sound for its price, I didn't expect this output. I am using this since 2021 Nov 26.

[@Akhenatonio]

I bought this soundbar tonight because of your review. Thank you for helping me to make my decision. My Vizio SB3651-E6 crapped out and I was weary of buying another Vizio, but I thought I'd give them another shot to go with my Vizio OLED. Edit: Also would have loved to understand how it is doing Atmos without upward firing speakers and if you could hear the height in your tests.

[@richellebrittain2127]

This is a "virtualized" Atmos/DTS:X soundbar, which improves on pure virtualization techniques like DTS Virtual:X by using actual Atmos/DTS:X input in creating virtualized height effects. I believe Nakamichi uses some virtualization in all of its soundbars, but all their front & some of their surround speakers are slightly upfiring which helps them get great reviews (not to mention dual subs on all but their cheapest model); virtualization can't help that much on most other soundbars including Vizio. Virtualization works best in rooms that can't accommodate upfiring speakers (like with vaulted ceilings) where the owner doesn't want to pay for professionally installed ceiling or wall speakers usually used with Atmos AVRs.

[@danielmayberry9174]

Does it still work??

[@kidpoker9408]

did you try unplugging the e6 and holding power button for 60 seconds

[@rodbracken670]

Great review. I like how you explained what you were looking for the system to do in the Mad Max scene you use as a reference. Can I ask where you got the TV stand and what is the model number?

[@avflyguy]

I have a connection question???? My TV has 3 HDMI inputs (plus component and composite -not used). The Satellite Receivers OUTPUT (HDMI) goes directly to the TV HDMI-ARC port. So how do you connect the soundbar to the only 1 HDMI (in use) on the TV? In other words, if I just connect Soundbar via HDMI from soundbar to HDMI-ARC on TV, where/how does the video signal from the Sat Receiver get connected? ALL these soundbars have similar directions, but none mention how/where to get Input source in the loop? *IDEAS* ??

[@alexandercinq3962]

Vizio M Series M51a-H6 vs Vizio M Series Elevate M512E-K6 If I can get the M Elevate for $65 more is that worth it then to get the elevate

[@daxthedza]

How does the Front Surround Mode perform on this model? This arrangement might be my only option

[@omniwatch2000]

Thanks for another great vid. How do you compare this to the Samsung Q950T?

[@BobbyQsauce90]

is the HDMI in 4K passthrough for HDR and Dolby Vision - yes I am one of the few still using 4K Blu Ray Players... so I want to make sure that it can pass Dolby Vision through

[@farqyclassicgamer8936]

i like this sound bar, but is it available in Canada? Does it have a different model number here?

[@Arroyoishere]

If I'm not mistaken you have the wrong model link for amazon.

[@jdsreid]

Curious how dolby atmos-virtual on this M51 compares to the DTS:X virtual that is offered on the V51 (cheaper vizio).

[@eddyvillalobos9783]

Hi, Caleb, hopefully you get to read this comment, what would you say is better M51a-H6 or M512a-H6? thanks Regards from Costa Rica

[@deathskull77]

2a has 2 subwoofers so it would be the better one for sound. If you wanna spend less money the single subwoofer still sounds great, I am happy with mine

[@brysonhebert7968]

So if you have a Samsung TV can you use a vizio soundbar or does it have to be the same brand?

[@madpad2112]

I have this Vizio bar connected to a Samsung tv with no problem at all. Sounds great!

[@zeroseven11]

Should there be a blinking blue light on the bar when the bar is off? Light is kinda annoying.

[@blingdream8637]

How does M series compare to the Vizio V series?

[@franka6515]

Just bought this and am waiting delivery. Which Mad Max movie (@ 5:30)?

[@Calirican-is4lt]

Just got this yesterday and this soundbar sounds really good. Makes movies so much exciting 👍🏽

[@albertfuentes1190]

Is your nightmode working I can't tell the difference when on and off just want to make sure mine is not defective.

[@joshc.7897]

Any feedback on longevity of this unit? Thanks.

[@thesecondcoming4425]

Question…I can’t mount the rear speakers in back of my couch. Can you place them on small tables on the side of each end of my couch?

[@karina1172]

The wall mounting doesn’t work on mine

[@valzod3808]

I bought this instead of the Onn 5.1 ch 42" soundbar and sub but I got this one because it was over $100 cheaper. Its pretty damn good.

[@noncustody]

Onn, isn't that a Walmart brand?

[@valzod3808]

@@noncustody it is but check out the reviews for it. Alot of people really enjoyed it