Is this SAMSUNG Soundbar WORTH $1500?

[@JilesMcCoy]

Get Yours Here! Samsung: howl.link/lxhfnt1nwa1x9

[@TurboMountTV]

Well that' a nice link to a TV SET when you just reviewed a soundbar.

[@ratha8665]

I just received my 990D refurbished for $999 from Amazon. Sounds amazing.

[@JilesMcCoy]

Great price!!! Congrats!

[@NJturtlePower]

On Amazon I just picked up the 990C from seller Beach Camera for $899. What they shipped was the 990D! 😮 I’m not the first either as seen in some Amazon reviews, YMMV, but I’m super happy with the bar especially at this price. 💸

[@JilesMcCoy]

@@NJturtlePower Yeah, that’s amazing!

[@danno4800]

Wow you stole it at that price. Amazinggg

[@darrenjhodgey4734]

I have the 990c and am reasonably happy with it , but not mind blown , what are your thoughts on the Q990C?? ​@NJturtlePower

[@charlestonskies5605]

Great review. Two weeks ago I ordered the 990C for $999. Yesterday I got the soundbar delivered and they sent me the 990D! I’m shocked. I got the 990D for $999! Unbelievable

[@JilesMcCoy]

Thats a super deal right there! Its a great sound system!

[@chasecyprien1521]

Where you order from 👀lol

[@charlestonskies5605]

@@chasecyprien1521 Amazon. I ordered the 990-C but got the 990-D! I’m not complaining!

[@GaretJax3]

@@chasecyprien1521 I actually ordered the 990-C But got the 990-D from Amazon!

[@JakeT304]

That's amazing haha I ordered the C model as well and it's out for delivery. Doubt I'll have the same luck as you though 🤣 Update: They actually did give me the newer D model lol

[@MooBaseAlpha]

Thanks for taking the time to put this together, weighing up pushing the button on the 990d and this has helped sway me. Oh and great reach, UK based here 👍🏼✌🏼🙌🏼

[@JilesMcCoy]

Glad it helped!

[@KelsterVonShredster]

I ditched my Sonos Arc system for the Q900C and that was the best move I ever made...it was literally a night and day different experience; setup was a breeze and I got instant fantastic results; I cannot say that about my Sonos system which gave me nothing but headaches from the time I got it.

[@JilesMcCoy]

It is an awesome unit!

[@nelitofernandes9982]

Im thinking about doing the same. I have an ARC + 2 Ones as rear + a sub. Arc never impressed me. But im a little worried that i wont feel any difference or the differece would be so subtle to justify all the change.

[@markhamill8016]

I’m in same boat, really temped with the 990d instead of upgrading to arc ultra. What you think, should I go with the Samsung?

[@JilesMcCoy]

@@markhamill8016 I am Samsung over the Arc.

[@JilesMcCoy]

@@markhamill8016 I would do the 990D for sure.

[@Embre_2]

Im glad to see multiple respectable audio youtubers talking honesty about soundbars. They really have become quite good. I own the Q990B and everyone who ive shown it to has been impressed. It performs incredible for movies and atmos content, and is pretty decent at music to (which can also come in atmos). It gets super loud to the point were i usually watch content at 20-25 out of 100. Would also add that the Q990B has the exact same subwoofer, 8" with the deflector. The previous model A didnt have that, so the big upgrade to the woofer came with the B and was kept for C and D.

[@JilesMcCoy]

Thanks for watching!

[@michael-4k4000]

Yes. I’ve come around. It’s really incredible. What they can do with the sound bars now after demoing the Sony A9 last year I was blown away. As someone who owns the Q990C I would highly recommend it if you can still get the C and save a bunch of money do it if you really need HDMI 2.1 and the die are only option. Sound wise there exactly the same. FYI, I think from what I heard. They are redoing the bar next year. Which I think is actually a good thing because my one complaint is the look of it. When u view on the computer it looks great, but when it’s in your house, it has an industrial look. It’s not bad. It’s just not good looking like the Sonos or Bose or Sony.

[@TurboMountTV]

These "premium" sound bars don't even come close to the 5.1.4 wired system I built for $2,500.

[@Embre_2]

@@TurboMountTV I fidelity, and fullness certainly not. But thats not the point. They give a really good sound experience with plenty power and bass, solid atmos experience. The selling point is that, along with simplicity and price. "Most" people are extremely satisfied with these bars, and just want a sleek and easy setup. I got my Q990B for just 800 dollars, of course i could spent more 3x and get better sound. But that would be more money, take up more space and be more work to setup. Im not sure why HIFi-enthusiasts are so angry at soundbars, they have become amazing in recent years. Ive demoed the B&W signatures, and for a movie experience id rather have the full surround soundbar, than a stereo pair of those (obviously music is different).

[@calvincertainrubaya4288]

I need this thing can u help me

[@Johnnynumburrr5]

My Q990d will be here Tuesday!!! Can't wait

[@JilesMcCoy]

Congrats!

[@robertogarcia8399]

Love mine got it on 10/9/24

[@TurboMountTV]

Keep your receipt. I returned my immediately. These "premium" sound bars don't even come close to the 5.1.4 wired system I built for $2,500.

[@hannahgibbons7436]

Getting mine today! Excited 🎉

[@JilesMcCoy]

Congrats!

[@drkphnx2006]

I have the Q990B in my bedroom and it's amazing. I have the Q990C in my livingroom and it was great, just lacked bass. So I hardwired my Klipsch 12" powerd sub into the Samsung sub and it's now also amazing. I think you do void the warranty doing so, but it's so worth it for the extra bass. I hope they either go with a bigger sub for the next version or let you pair 2 subs. For now, I'm very happy with both of my setups.

[@JilesMcCoy]

Nice add with the extra 12!

[@Nicklz5555]

I was wondering if I could add my svs sub to the soundbar (instead) of the Samsung sub . Would be great if I could take a wire feed from the soundbar but I'm guessing since your post that's not possible lol ??

[@santsplen]

@@Nicklz5555 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJ2Uloanp511j7csi=PnWMYOBQ3XyFYe7Q

[@seanarmao7385]

How did you hardwire the 12 sub exactly?

[@invASIAN95]

Got an 'open box' one which was brand new otherwise for £740.. I'm in love with it, had an LG C8 since launch but put off soundbars since they lacked compared to 5.1 although didn't get round to buying it as not feasible to install, just stuck with internal audio from TV. Finally a soundbar that's good enough to compete and a great price couldn't be happier

[@JilesMcCoy]

That’s awesome. It’s a great sounding unit!

[@mrgilamonyet]

ordered it today for €750,- during a black friday deal can't wait to instal it

[@JilesMcCoy]

Amazing deal!

[@pubbets7290]

I’ve never had a soundbar before and used to have the old Logitech z680 system many years ago, which I loved. This video has convinced me to get the 990D. Found it here in Thailand for only $711 and free shipping. Can’t wait to check it out!

[@JilesMcCoy]

Congrats!

[@Chris-jo7qi]

Colors on the ports. Nice addition to the great review. Subscribed

[@JilesMcCoy]

Thanks!

[@andreiindreies7369]

In Romania from Samsung official market I ordered q990d yesterday, it arrived today at 795,60$. Awesome product, works absolutely great with s90c 65" for my apartment. I got a home cinema dedicated room at my parents house where I run an old Bose 5.1 system with Dolby 5.1 and dts only with 120" projector. The room has been acoustically treated with bass traps and so on. That old system actually is a bit more imersive than this one regarding the separation between speakers. I mean if right speaker plays a sound automatically I recognized that it came from right. Instead with soundbar, it sounds awesome, but this thing I kinda miss.

[@JilesMcCoy]

Sound bars are wonderful, but they don't replace a large home theater.

[@SantoValentino]

I always use the Delorean King Kong race to test the Atmos setup

[@JilesMcCoy]

Awesome!

[@marvelouscomicverse294]

I just got mine and insane, I have it paired with a Samsung 8k tv. And I’m a big sound theater guy. I had 3 sound systems hooked together to my last tv and this system beats that

[@JilesMcCoy]

It is nice!

[@WThaynew]

I'm thinking of upgrading my soundbar. I currently have the Q990B attached to S95C 77". Whilst I accept the Q990D will be an upgrade on what I currently have, there is a new kid on the block that's getting rave reviews, the Sony Theatre Quad. I know it's almost double the price with the subwoofer but it is meant to be in a class of it's own.

[@JilesMcCoy]

I can’t wait to try one out!

[@Embre_2]

I would think its not worth it. The difference between the B, C and D is really mostly some software and HDMI 2.1. If you have 2.5-3k to spend on sound id assume your livingroom also has space for a full home cinema setup, which at that pricepoint would outperform.

[@JilesMcCoy]

For 3000 you really have to want the Sony. It seems really cool though!

[@trewright1482]

Yeah it’s not worth the upgrade.

[@lanceheaps581]

No Q Symphony on the Sony. I would not give that up especially if I dropping a lot more money.

[@darrenjhodgey4734]

I have the Q990C bar , is it worth upgrading to the D ? Or is the C good enough for now ?

[@JilesMcCoy]

Not sure I’d upgrade.

[@tataniclovely]

I guess you don’t need to.

[@stigwells13]

He mate thanks very much for the great review, and thanks for helping me decide on which one to get and vell I'm lost for words very very impressive, I absolutely love this soundbar money 💰 well spent I think ❤

[@JilesMcCoy]

Glad I could help

[@itspatrick9790]

It’s worth noting that the HW-990C (from 2023) is just as good as this. You can get that system for some amazing deals right now. Really the only difference is HDMI 120hz pass through. But you can easily find ways around that anyways

[@JilesMcCoy]

Thanks for watching! Is the sub the same size on the C?

[@Zuudloarn]

Doesn't really matter that much in price. The 990D comes with a 150 euro Samsung cashback and can be bought here in Holland (at Apollo) for 875,- minus 150 makes 725 euro.

[@JilesMcCoy]

@@Zuudloarn nice!

[@Eduardolo1964]

Your Review is Amazing🙌

[@JilesMcCoy]

Thanks a ton!

[@gouthamsharma8650]

Hi ,Thanks for the review my living room is 12*18 which is approximately 216 square feet and ceiling height is 11 ft.Is q990d sufficient for my room or i should go for avr set-up?

[@JilesMcCoy]

It really depends on your personal taste, but this sound bar can handle that size room no problem.

[@markhamill8016]

Can’t afford the dragon and don’t think Available in uk. Sonos ultra or Samsung?? Thanks

[@JilesMcCoy]

I'd have to go Samsung for that choice.

[@MeDroiD]

Have you or would you compare this one to LG S95TR? As an LG TV owner, I’m thinking about the Samsung bar but somewhat feel that I’m losing the ecosystem perks because of the Samsung, and LG offers similar things if using their soundbar. Would be interested to hearing your thoughts on sound quality and immersion! Cheers

[@JilesMcCoy]

If I can get my hands on the LG I will. I've not heard it before though.

[@TSLstudio2010]

Just wait a while and see prices dropping. You can Pick-up the C one for 800-900 euros retail. And the D is currently € 1000-1100 already (all u cluding taxes). Its every year the same, official 1600, dropping to 1000, dropping again to arround 800 when the new one is announced 😅 The differences between the models aren't that huge, to pay like double the price the get the new one, on release day.

[@JilesMcCoy]

Great point!

[@111SAMMee]

Woot had these new for $997.00 (US). Mine arrives Tuesday. Can't wait! No mention of the included HDMI cable?

[@JilesMcCoy]

Congrats!

[@michael-4k4000]

Hello Friend, I own the queue 990C. It was actually my first subwoofer. Technically, I auditioned the Sony A9, which I actually liked better, but when you added the price of the subwoofer and the A9 at the time, it was over two grand. Was able to get the Samsung Q990C for a little over $700 from Samsung. I do think the AI9 was a better system as you’re able to place the speakers wide and a four corners of the room or wherever you want. Sound bars have that directional and it’s just an inherent feature to the product. There’s nothing against Samsung. That being said the good side the Samsung Q990C is absolutely amazing. This product is so well designed for people that don’t know Home theater. Well set up is so simple. as someone who’s coming from a dedicated system with tower speakers it’s surprisingly good. I was constantly looking for places that the 990c was behind the the separate system, one of the things I noticed is the lack of mid levels compared to full tower speakers. a lot of what Samsung and Sony and Sonos are doing is using digital trickery so they don’t have to have giant speakers all over the room. I am definitely not against that and when talking about the Sony A9, I think Sony does the best mixing watch national treasure and it felt like I was hearing things and scenes that I’ve never heard before that’s a good sign. I didn’t get that feeling with the Samsung. The Sony seem to have a little more magic. Did it have $1300 more magic absolutely not maybe $300 more lol

[@JilesMcCoy]

Thanks for watching and the comment.

[@cgoldens]

lol I just got this soundbar and realized after watching that I had my rear speakers on the wrong side 😂

[@JilesMcCoy]

Glad to help!

[@MRDPG59]

Hello If my TV has ARC BUT not eARC should I still plug the HDMI cable from the TV arc to the bars eARC ? :)

[@JilesMcCoy]

Yes

[@MRDPG59]

@@JilesMcCoy Thanks :)

[@abdulsamadshaikh2632]

How's the music quality on that? How clear the frequencies are? How close the music quality is as compared to a mid range hifi system with av receiver and let's say bookshelf speakers?

[@JilesMcCoy]

I think the system way better than just a set of bookshelf speakers. No comparison.

[@slnsb]

For music and also tv, this or Kef LSX II LT?

[@JilesMcCoy]

@ will you add a sub to the KEF? If so then do the KEF is you don’t need surrounds.

[@DenPotapov]

I am using a projector, and it will be located far from the soundbar, so physically connecting through HDMI is not an option. Is it worth buying the soundbar to connect wirelessly in this case? Or will there be a significant loss in quality? Thank you in advance!

[@JilesMcCoy]

Which projector?

[@DenPotapov]

@@JilesMcCoy xgimi horizon ultra

[@lyuto_bor]

Hi, I got this soundbar, and I was wondering if you have the same feeling that when the volume is below 15, the default sounds are very quiet, but the loud sounds are still loud. At +15 volume, everything sounds good, but at night it's impossible to watch a movie

[@JilesMcCoy]

I haven’t had any issues like that.

[@HeliumFreak]

I dunno about $1500. But here in the UK Samsung has a cash back offer on the 990D. So its only costing £479. At that price it's certainly worth it. The 990D was currently costing £979

[@JilesMcCoy]

That’s an amazing price!

[@TheEmotionalPotatoe]

479 is crazy lol

[@unasistent]

Massive difference versus q950a? Better for.music?

[@JilesMcCoy]

I’ve never heard that one before.

[@Blue00715]

Do you notice any difference between the Q990C and D? I heard it is basically the same except for a few software features to be updated, is that true?

[@JilesMcCoy]

Its hard to remember the exact sound of the C now. I only had it a little while a year ago.

[@pgale]

So what if you have two a 990c and a D can both be read fine on the app ?

[@JilesMcCoy]

From what I understand, yes.

[@anwarbashir3732]

Thank you so very much for helping us with the reviews n making us know more about it

[@JilesMcCoy]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@anwarbashir3732]

​@@JilesMcCoyi just connected it for my wife n daughters didn't listen to it more than 30min ...😂I had to travel back here ...

[@aussiecoastie72]

I own this soundbar and it’s friggin amazing ❤

[@JilesMcCoy]

I agree!

[@gauravkumar3146]

What is your tv size. I am planning to buy this soundbar but I think it would look good bigger than the length of my tv. I have the Samsung qn95b 65”.

[@JilesMcCoy]

This was shown with a 65" TV.

[@kowalskik.1333]

I cannot deceide between this and Bose Smart Ultra. What is your opinion? Which has the better (voice) quality (clarity) in dialogues (is the difference big) ? (without any additional speakers and without subwoofer).

[@JilesMcCoy]

I've never heard the Bose before.

[@camejko]

I have the bose 900 with 2 subs. Very nice but sometimes the dialog is muddy if the bass is too hight

[@W3c16B]

Amuone that have tied it with a Samsung TV tht supports Space fit, and Q-symphony? Especially, I'm interessted in knowing how the room correction works, and how good it is?

[@JilesMcCoy]

Id love to try!

[@Rhaxx1]

Im wanting to connect the soundbar to my TV's one 2.1 HDMI port for 120hz pass through (game consoles). I would not use the EARC port on the TV. Instead can I use the optical port for sound instead?

[@JilesMcCoy]

For gaming I would plug the soundbar into the EARC port of the TV and your console into the high refresh rate port of your TV.

[@pipsvoker8075]

Will pick up mine later ! Cant wait. Just worried about the volume it will create where I live in a basement lol.

[@JilesMcCoy]

Just turn it down :-)

[@el-capiitan2518]

can you mount this onto a tv and will it mount to a lg c2

[@JilesMcCoy]

No sound bar mounts on to a TV... but I think you can buy a 3nrd party mount extender and connect that to your TV wall mount. I didn't try it though.

[@karimelnaggar2632]

Can I use this Samsung soundbar on an LG tv?

[@JilesMcCoy]

You can,yes.

[@Turambar11]

One thing, while connected Wi-Fi the 2 ports in the sound bar are disconnected.

[@JilesMcCoy]

the 2 ports?

[@MrRoxxy93]

How does 990D compare to the Sony Quad, in terms of audio quality and surround sound experience? and What would you prefer if you only had the option of getting one of these?

[@JilesMcCoy]

I’ve never seen or heard the Sony quad.

[@trewright1482]

@@JilesMcCoyit’s brand new and just came out. The Q990 series is hard to beat.

[@garyjinks7482]

@@trewright1482 Quad has better spacial seperation if set up correctly, but it is $1000+ more.

[@VladimirGeorgiev-d6b]

I have a Q990b and is it worth upgrading to a Q990D? I am extremely satisfied with the model I have

[@JilesMcCoy]

If you are extremely satisfied then I’d say no. The D will give you better bass performance.

[@VladimirGeorgiev-d6b]

Thanks 😊

[@unasistent]

What if i have a Arc only tv- is samsung 8fn-uk version..and an nvidia shields pro what are the best connectivity options to get the best sound output.?

[@JilesMcCoy]

You can plug the shield right into the soundbar no problem. And then the soundbar is a source to the tv.

[@danno4800]

What are the benefits hooking up a ps5 to soundbar apose to directly to to via 2.1 port?

[@JilesMcCoy]

Id probably go straight in the TV.

[@JasonBedient]

I just ordered the Q930D to replace our JBL 5.1 with the detachable surround speakers which we never detach and use. Hoping for better dialogue during movies and a fuller sound.

[@Gaming.Monkeys]

Give us an update when you compare them 😁

[@JilesMcCoy]

If I can get my hands on a JBL I will!

[@JasonBedient]

@@JilesMcCoy i'm happy to report back. I'm basically wrestling with the "Will i notice enough difference in a 4 year old sound bar" to make it worth buying this new model. As i stated, looking for better dialogue, but a couple other things I'm hoping are beneficial. 1. Night mode. I have a 10 year old son who's bedroom is down the hall so i rarely watch tv at night because of him 2. Google assistant - being able to hook it up to our google home stuff and have it play 3. I bought an LG tv in 2017 which if i had a 2018 they improved some connections so hoping to potentially upgrade to a samsung with the Q symphony at the end of of the year for a more seamless connection. All of this stuff kind of feels like "nice to have" even though i'm 50 and make enough to afford upgrades. I just get into this mode of "is it really worth it??

[@JasonBedient]

@@Gaming.Monkeys So i hooked up the Q930D to netflix on my laptop and the JBL left configured also to netflix and played a few minutes of Edge of Tomorrow the Tom Cruise movie. I know it's not dolby atmos which is fine but it has lots of thundering action, etc. When they jump out the plane in the Q930D all the wires of the jump were very crisp and stood out. The JBL was very flat sounding comparitively. Last night we watched the new episode of Power of the Rings. I noticed so much more depth in the audio, the surround was nice. There was also a point where the audio stopped and then the scene had big audio segue and we almost jumped! So, i definitely am happy with the difference. Music is maybe not as amazing as watching movies. I did notice setting it to Adaptive for music vs. Surround had a richer feel. For $717 on woot, i think it's worth it. Now i want to get a samsung TV during black friday as our 7 year old tv looks pretty dark a lot of the time. I think the combo will be a pretty big upgrade. Hope that helps!

[@anwarbashir3732]

And is it powerful for house parties and outdoors...i really want to know more about this q990D please. Thank you

[@JilesMcCoy]

Outdoors? I would never take it outdoors.

[@anwarbashir3732]

​@@JilesMcCoyhow many watts does it has ....is it powerful for house parties.. I just took it to my home country connected it and came back here in DXD to work so I really don't know much about it.

[@JoshRazauskas]

Hi, can you help me out if you can please? I’m just like you I have an iPhone 15 Pro to be exact so I don’t know if that’s causing the issue but my SmartThings app, the option to move the left and right speakers to the front for equalization is missing and I am one of those people that has too small of a space to be able to put them behind me so I would like to have that option. It sounds great now, but after seeing this video, I feel like that option would make the sound even better! I’ve tried to set up the app twice now, but I can’t seem to fix this issue. I thought maybe it was a Wi-Fi issue but changing that didn’t help either. Great review BTW I agree this is an amazing set up!

[@JilesMcCoy]

Hey! Thanks for the kind words. I don't have a solution for your problem unfortunately. I'd call customer support. Just make sure you have the newest app.

[@JoshRazauskas]

@@JilesMcCoy You’re welcome and OK thanks!

[@anwarbashir3732]

How powerful is this q990d and how many watts please..i have it but am not that good with soundbars..i fixed it on my 65" hd cu7000

[@JilesMcCoy]

Great option!

[@rohithnallam-fg4vz]

How this works compared with bose 550, bose sub 500 ?. Please suggest

[@JilesMcCoy]

I've never seen the Bose gear before.

[@Mrjicmqn]

Bro be honest is bass good im planning to buy 1 its my 1st sound bar i hv samsung frame tv and 150room sq feet

[@JilesMcCoy]

The bass is good. But it depends on what you want. If you want dual 15s shaking your walls this won’t do that.

[@Mrjicmqn]

@@JilesMcCoy tqqqq no i just need the feel of bullets wen i watch terminator😍😍i tink it does tat job...?

[@Mrjicmqn]

@@JilesMcCoy thank u for ur replies

[@azzbrim2222]

Would another CON be running power cables across your floor instead of thin speaker wire?

[@JilesMcCoy]

Not really. Plugging in the speakers is like plugging in a lamp. Just plug in to the port close to the speaker.

[@azzbrim2222]

@@JilesMcCoy not sure about your media room layout, but the rear speakers for me get placed close to the centre of the room, where my couch is, and running a power cable from there will definetly look horrible, an create a trip hazard. CON for me an maybe other people with a similar setup

[@JilesMcCoy]

@@azzbrim2222 It does sound like a con for you. My sofa is against the wall so no cables are visible in my setup. What are you using now?

[@azzbrim2222]

@@JilesMcCoy Wired rear speakers atm, but looking to update an hoping to get rid of wires.

[@andrewsnwodobe3028]

Please, what's the name of the set-up app for me to download. Thank you 😊

[@JilesMcCoy]

Smartthings app, It does just about all the Samsung stuff.

[@PatrickBarnaby]

What size is your TV? I'm guessing 55. I have a Samsung OLED C4 55 and my CREATIVE SXFI CARRIER is short and thick and it doesn't get in the way of the TV. The dimensions of the Q990D is smaller so it won't get in the way. The Q990 is longer so I hope it isn't longer than a 55 in, otherwise it won't look good. If the Samsung Q990D is better than the CREATIVE SXFI CARRIER then I'll return the SXFI CARRIER.

[@JilesMcCoy]

That was a 65"

[@PatrickBarnaby]

@@JilesMcCoy Mine just arrived this morning. It's as long as my 55 at the back and the second corner from the front is just a few mils longer. It looks OK. Looks better on TVs bigger than 55.

[@kazzymitsu8971]

Hi Jiles. If I run all my media from my PS5 should I connect direct from PS5 or PS5>TV>soundbar? :)

[@JilesMcCoy]

You can do either. I’d try both and see what you like better. Samsung suggests plodding into their soundbar now that they can pass through the full resolution and FPS. Both worked ok for me.

[@kazzymitsu8971]

@@JilesMcCoyThanks Jiles. I have just purchased, looking forward to the upgrade. Thanks for your review. 😊👍

[@JilesMcCoy]

@@kazzymitsu8971 Hope you used my link :-) Thanks for watching!

[@GOLFADDICT65]

I had the Q990B and to be honest was not impressed maybe i had it set up wrong but i found the sub lacking and the rears to be almost non existence so i sold it then got the BOSE 900 its pretty good but still is missing something so i am gonna give Sonos a try gonna start with the BEAM 2 + Sub Mini + ERA 100's its for a 12x14 foot room with 7.5 foot ceiling if i am still not satisfied i will try the ARC ULTRA + Gen 4 Sub + ERA 100's or the ERA 300's hopefully i can find my happy space lol great review cheers from Canada

[@JilesMcCoy]

Good luck in the journey!

[@GOLFADDICT65]

@@JilesMcCoy was very curious on your thoughts and which would possibly the way to go ? cheers

[@JilesMcCoy]

@@GOLFADDICT65 Well, it sounds like you aren’t really loving sound bars. You might try a multichannel system with an AVR.

[@GOLFADDICT65]

@@JilesMcCoy actually i love the thought of sound bars and no wires.... multichannel systems i have no interest in...have had many over the years.....just wanted another point of view on the sound bar set ups...cheers

[@tpop3723]

What are the room dimensions?

[@JilesMcCoy]

For my room? about 14 x 14 where I tested.

[@sheridowney8355]

Compared to Lovsac's stealth tech..($4g) 1,500$ is great!❤

[@JilesMcCoy]

I need to check out the Lovsac.

[@AlexisUXDesign]

I didn't know you could plug an Xbox or PS5 to the Samsung soundbar is that because of the eArc plugged into the TV? so does that mean if I have a Mac Mini do I plug it into the TV or the soundbar? Mine is coming next week :D

[@JilesMcCoy]

You can plug it to either spot.

[@AlexisUXDesign]

@@JilesMcCoy Thanks for replying Jiles! still confused why plug it into the soundbar? is it acting like an extra HMDI port or the device that is connected to the soundbar rather than the TV, will make it sound better?

[@JilesMcCoy]

@@AlexisUXDesign This is just Samsung's recommendation. I can't tell a difference.

[@JacobH-z8u]

@alexisuxdesign the q990d has 2x 2.1 hdmi ports. For xbox series x and ps5, a 2.1 hdmi port means 4k @ 120fps. Most TVs have 1 hdmi 2.1 port. So by routing both xbox and ps5 through the soundbar, you can Utilize it as a switcher. However, if your tv is like mine, a Samsung q90na, port 4 is hdki 2.1 and port 3 which is the eARC port is only hdmi 2.0. That means the console going through the sound bar loses the ability to output 4k@ 120fps. If you plug the sound bar into the 2.1 hdmi port then you lose the bi directional benefit and audio benefit of an eARC port. So basically, DONT plug your ps5 or xbox series x into the soundbar.

[@Rhaxx1]

This is information I needed thank you! I have the same tv. What sucks is I have a Xbox and PS5 and only one hdmi 2.1 port on the tv.​@@JacobH-z8u

[@humaunkabir9623]

Sonos ARC+Sub Gen 3+Surround Era 300 Vs Q990D. Which one will be better for good sound?

[@JilesMcCoy]

Both are good

[@davionbradford329]

Q990D is the best choice for movies and better up firing speakers providing the true Dolby atmos experience. Sonos is best when it comes to playing music throughout your house

[@markhamill8016]

If you had to pick only one system what would it be? Include the arc ultra in the decision!

[@JilesMcCoy]

@ Only 1 soundbar system? Maybe the Dragon with dual subs? From a mass market point of view. There are a bunch of high end soundbars that I would rather go for though.

[@arunasalamnavaraj1923]

Hi, Can you please suggest how to connect this Samsung Q990D soundbar to Amazon's Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen)? Thanks!

[@JilesMcCoy]

You can plug the cube into your TV or into the Soundbar. The soundbar should connect with earc to your tv no matter where the cube goes.

[@arunasalamnavaraj1923]

@@JilesMcCoy Thanks for your prompt response and suggestions on this. I will get my new Q990D on Wednesday and will try that.

[@serjfernezian]

Nice review can you do the nakamichi dragon 11.4 6?

[@JilesMcCoy]

I’d love to, but I don’t have any contacts at Nakamichi.

[@timkampmann3423]

Andrew Robinson just reviewed it you may want to check it out .

[@JilesMcCoy]

@@timkampmann3423 Maybe he can send it to me :)

[@serjfernezian]

@timkampmann3423 great, thanks

[@chasepetty6269]

I'm thinking about getting this soundbar, I have a Sony bravia a80l does anyone know if using a different brand soundbar will affect anything with the tv?

[@JilesMcCoy]

It will work perfectly. In my video I used it with Hisense.

[@trewright1482]

A shame as you should have gotten the S90C which is the better OLED TV to the A80L and then could have taken advantage of Q Symphony

[@JilesMcCoy]

@@trewright1482 If I had it I would have!

[@Nicklz5555]

​@@trewright1482but sony tv's are better than Samsung ..

[@tataniclovely]

It will work but you won’t be able to use the Q Symphony feature (soundbar + tv speaker) play at the same time.

[@Jamic9]

Nice review, but I would never recommend connecting a gaming console to a soundbar as this will certainly increase input latency. You're much better off connecting consoles directly to your TV and setting the display to pass through the audio to the sound bar via e arc.

[@JilesMcCoy]

Thanks for watching!

[@danno4800]

Apparently it's better through the sound bar actually according to all my research

[@Jamic9]

@@danno4800 Check your research. How can input latency be better (lower) if the signal has to pass through the hdmi of the sound bar and then into the TV, rather than the console being directly connected to the display. This 'is not rocket science.

[@danno4800]

@Jamic9 However, this might not be ideal. For example, many TVs don't support decoding of DTS formats. In case your soundbar supports DTS and your TV doesn't, you'll want to connect your media players directly to the soundbar.

[@danno4800]

Also goes for dolby atmos..the 990d supports it, but if your tv doesn't, now you can decode it via soundbar

[@beyondhometown]

Is it still better than jbl 1300x?

[@JilesMcCoy]

I got to hear the 1300x at AAL this year and I thought it was good. I would need to have some time with it to have a strong opinion, but it was for sure good. They Samsung is really dang good though.

[@dangerousdpak]

Not able decide betweem jbl1300 and q990d

[@JilesMcCoy]

No wrong answer. If you have a Samsung tv go with the Samsung.

[@veeskarsgard2711]

In Thailand only $735.

[@JilesMcCoy]

Nice!

[@insertnamehere4419]

Just got mine today....$1500 CAD. We're being rap ed over the coals here, but ya. Amazing soundbar.

[@JilesMcCoy]

Congrats!

[@Danny-Slade]

Got it for $450 this Black Friday 70% off

[@JilesMcCoy]

Amazing!

[@roshunepp]

How do I get it for $1500!?

[@JilesMcCoy]

That’s the US price. Or was anyway.

[@alexeynikolaevich9741]

What about Chromecast?

[@JilesMcCoy]

You know, I didnt try.

[@kumarbhojwani9137]

Let me know for the best price in toronto, Canada. Authorised seller for samsung sound bar.

[@JilesMcCoy]

Im not familiar with the companies in Toronto.

[@AndrewJackson-tb9ns]

Just picked this up for £579

[@JilesMcCoy]

Nice!

[@thomasmoreno3602]

How do you position the surround sound speakers?And what is your recommendation settings for them

[@JilesMcCoy]

I put them to the side and slightly behind. Pointing to me.

[@ratha8665]

Slightly above ear hight sounds best

[@EverythingHomeTheater]

I love Samsung stuff and I know you do too. I told my mom to look at a nice new Samsung but the company that sold her the TV said Samsung sucks so buy a Sonos. She did and overpaid, I have failed her as a son

[@JilesMcCoy]

This sound bar is baller. It’s easy and sounds great. I like it a lot. I just want a 2nd subwoofer.

[@EverythingHomeTheater]

@@JilesMcCoy and it's half the price of the Nakamichi Dragon 🐉. Do you think it's decent competition for it?

[@JilesMcCoy]

@@EverythingHomeTheater The dual subs are the best thing going for the Dragon. This soundbar is likely the better of the 2... although I've not had a Dragon my home. You have to REALLY want a Dragon to buy a Dragon. The new Klipsch actually has a RCA out for subs... thats pretty slick!

[@johnshepherd2666]

Very good instructions...even a blind & deaf person could follow this set up 😅

[@JilesMcCoy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wilmerfuentes6402]

Exelente , pero falto la prueba de sonido..😜

[@JilesMcCoy]

For sure

[@shobhit..150]

How many feet should we keep sorround speakers?I have samsung hw q990c soundbar

[@JilesMcCoy]

Do what you can in your room. If you have a sofa then a foot or so away from the sofa is usually totally fine.

[@Ourathe7thcolumn]

You're right hand is the right speaker and you're left hand is the left speaker........ thanks for clarification on this 👍

[@JilesMcCoy]

Welcome!

[@TurboMountTV]

All these fawning and other online reviews of the 990D, or others - All I can think of is they haven't listened to or compared to even a basic wired system.

[@JilesMcCoy]

This isn’t true. I have a very nice system to compare to. The 990D is a great soundbar system.

[@TurboMountTV]

The you don't have a very nice system to compare to. Sorry. I just listened / compared both systems with Top Gun: Maverick & Blade Runner 2049. Not. Even. Close. For few hundred dollars more than the 990d I built 7.1.4 system with Polk Audio Signature Series. Good speakers, but certainly not top of the line as compared to how far some philes go to. And the 990D is supposed to be 11.1.4 There just is no substitute for being surrounded by real speakers vs trying to recreate all that by bouncing sound waves off ceilings and walls. And the 990d sub"woofer" is weak compared to a real one. Sorry,

[@JilesMcCoy]

@@TurboMountTV It’s a very good system :)

[@pubbets7290]

@@JilesMcCoythere’s always at least one audio hipster in audio gear reviews 🙂

[@frankdigiovanni5697]

Klipsch fexus core 200 sounds so much better

[@JilesMcCoy]

Both great soundbars

[@darkalligator]

No 😅

[@JilesMcCoy]

Thanks for watching!

[@user-hf8ie8mf3n]

👍🤪🏳️‍🌈

[@JilesMcCoy]

Thanks for watching!

[@rojane.1032]

Too basic nothing special on this video!

[@JilesMcCoy]

Should I dance?

[@rojane.1032]

@@JilesMcCoy ✌️✌️🤣

[@Devilcity6275]

Simply NO. 😂

[@JilesMcCoy]

:(

[@fedurrrass4226]

Pffd soundbar never will be worth buy 400$ and more plastik sound for such money?

[@JilesMcCoy]

You gotta listen to it!

[@seanthomas5024]

Speak proper English and explain to everyone. Apparently only your opinion matters here. Perhaps get your own channel and talk shit there