Why the Samsung Q990C 11.1.4 Soundbar will BLOW YOUR MIND 🤯 | Dolby Atmos True-HD | 3-Week Review

[@LoKnows]

Get yours here: amzn.to/3TocUsq 😊

[@foodntech627]

Bought mine for $675 on sale and it is worth every penny. Great review!

[@LoKnows]

🤯 and then some!!

[@Rebel_1]

Just got one for $700 today! So excited. SIL used her EDU discount for me...

[@LoKnows]

@@Rebel_1 I am jealous!!!

[@1981_Reacts]

Although deal on slick deal expired (back to $1399) I reached out to the chat support while logged in my .edu and they brought it down to $700.

[@latinb0y]

wow how did you get that offer

[@LoKnows]

Honest take: Well it’s only been 3 weeks and I’m enjoying and learning more about the Q990c. I plan on making a follow up video.

[@SailorDoc]

Why didn't you get Q990D?

[@alfredsnyder329]

​@SailorDoc My thoughts exactly. And as of July, you can find prices around $1250

[@madankt]

Do you have a detailed help manual for configuring speakers. My soundbars which I got from BestBuy Toronto didn't even have the sticker on the sound bar snd just had 1 page quick setup

[@michael-4k4000]

LoKnows all

[@michael-4k4000]

@@SailorDocthe S990D is a true GameChanger! The S990C is a player in the game and that is good

[@michael-4k4000]

Excellent review. Picked this system up a month ago, love it. It's not as good with the mids as my Kef system. But the S990c is such a great and easy to use system. ITs an extremely fun system and just works easily. Highly recommend.

[@MrMegan1962]

I got this a couple of weeks ago and hooked it up to my Samsung 85inch QN90C , and let me say it delivers, the room actually shakes on Netflix with Dolby Atmos.

[@R6ex]

Love my 990C! Just a pity I can't play louder than 15% of its volume for fear of my neighbors complaining. 😅

[@geomayorga4031]

I left in the garage all my Sonos system and bought Samsung Q990D Sonos currently Sonos is a disaster Q990D with TV S95D The combination of the soundbar with the TV is totally incredible

[@CheapskateSale]

I have the same thing in my living room, but with your review... Buying it now! Thanks for all the help man! :)

[@gamejohn969]

Recently ordered the q990c definitely a helpful vid man 👍 Thanks!

[@kevindem]

I too have the HW-Q990C i picked it up last fall and matched with a TCL 75" I needed to add a riser to the tv due to the sound bar height but that was minor.. the sound and easy install are huge plus's The app is easy to use and makes the setup/use a breeze no complaints at all its a fantastic system and when playing 4K UHD from physical media allows the system to shine even more over streaming sources I highly recommend it as well

[@champmannisto3444]

I have just paired the q990c with my wallmounted Sony bravia x85L 65inch TV. I put up some bias lighting too. Looks freakin unreal! I can highly recommend getting a wall mounted setup. Its a whole new theatre experience. And the sound with atmos in movies is insane with this system. I couldnt turn volume up past 15 in my own so called uneven living space. It would seriously have woken up people 3 blocks away. Impressive. Lol.

[@pedro_ferreirinha]

It´s fully compatible having the q990c with a Sony Bravia or a LG C4?

[@champmannisto3444]

@pedro_ferreirinha absolutely, sound bars are effectively just an audio output from your TV or device. My q990c works seamlessly with my sony bravia tv and so it should. One is delivering a picture and the other sound. That should never change.

[@patb5266]

I have my 990B wall mounted under my Q82C using Q Symphony. Sounds great in my 10x12.5 foot living room. Only small issue is one wall is closer so the wide is "wider" on one side. Using the app is imperative for best perfornance. I'd to see adjustable left vs right, but it's still excellent.

[@gabsterz180]

if u have a tiny enough liveing room or are willing to put speakers closer to you then with any system that has more than 3 speakers u can create that bubble effect i have a basic 5.1 soundbar with true rear speakers and the bubble effect is recreated perfectly

[@deniszhansen2336]

What I would appreciate is a separation of settings per each single input source (e.g. music settings for BT-input, movie settings for eArc input…). Another solution would be to have something to toggle easily between predefined settings e.g. having a corresponding button at the remote

[@ascernas]

Nice Review! When I grow up and have a work, I will get one 😅. but I will get the Q990D which now supports HDMI 2.1 in all the ports 😁

[@NJturtlePower]

The "990C" is now $899 now on Amazon! Just grabbed one to replace my Sony ST-5000 (2020) that I’ve never been impressed by. NOTE: Beach Camera (the seller on Amazon with the deal) just shipped me the 990D vs the C! Now that’s a deal… YMMV but saw a similar review/comment posted and was skeptical until it showed up at my door!

[@rustycolon9368]

As someone who isn't really in the audiophile community can you do a video on how to adjust speaker settings based on room types and explain in depth about what the "Front top +2" means?

[@patb5266]

It just means it's more output from the specific speakers.

[@z5m2]

Plus means increase the loudness

[@mrnobody043]

I have the Q990D, audio wise they are the same and it sounds amazing. regarding the size.. in my opinion, when you have a flatscreen tv - you mount it to the wall. That way you have space to place things under it, like that soundbar.. that you (by the way) also can mount to the wall if you want to have a clean space below it without cabinets or shelves. The sound this thing produces is crazy.. Godzilla X Kong was fun but you need to watch a movie like Mad Max - Fury Road or something like Saving Private Ryan (remastered) to get that soundstage that makes you go WOW. edit- regarding the music, i wasn't expecting much because i mainly use Spotify.. but wow.. depending on the track/music of course.. it does sound VERY clear. I didn't know that Spotify had surround support for their music but it seems that many songs and EDM have surround encoding in their tracks which surprised me as i previously used a stereo system for Spotify. remastered tracks (like Dire Straits) are a pleasure to listen to. If Dolby is not used in a track, i can use Sound Grouping (i think party mode for the C version) to fire up all speaker for Stereo mode on all together. This is also a great soundstage for music.. and this thing get s LOUD. So loud in fact that it literally shakes my room doors and windows when going over "22" on my sound level that goes to 100... I haven't had the balls yet to go over 22 as i'm sure my neighbours wouldn't appreciate it. Anyway, best purchase i've made in many years. If anyone watching this video and is considering a purchase for the C or D version.. Only purchase the D version if you have a computer connected to your TV, it's the only device that benefits from the HDMI 2.1 eARC connection. Otherwise, if you are only a Bluray or Streaming movie watcher - buy the C version presented here. I'll be saving up for a Samsung Q-Symphony capable tv now i have this soundbar for an even bigger soundstage. Think next year when prices go down a bit.. those tv's are pricey..

[@samwalker540]

I've never had a home theatre system so I treated myself to this. Arrived today and Holy F@ck it's insane , cannot wait to plug the sx up to it

[@timowthie]

Hows the atmos?

[@samwalker540]

@@timowthie it's insane bud

[@rustycolon9368]

You have great energy! Subbed.

[@deivampmohanraj]

Good Choice is Samsung Q990C or BOSE Smart Ultra …???😕

[@MRSTEEL15]

Both are AMAZING!!

[@jerms08]

I agree. Just do it. Trust me you wont wanna go back. True Dolby atmos content sounds crazy

[@djmndrgnremix]

compre una SAMSUNG - SOUNDBAR Q990c pero no conecta el bluetooth a pc dell para audio , no conecta el bluetooth con laptop dell para audio.alguna solucion?

[@ixMythic]

Great review! Just bought the 990c. Super happy with it. Did you plug your Xbox into the soundbar or to the tv and the audio is being used from the eArc? Thanks!

[@LoKnows]

Xbox is going to the TV and then eArc to the soundbar. I want to keep the option to use 4k@120. I do have my blue ray player connected directly to the soundbar though.

[@michaelrosa88]

Muito bom seu vídeo. Comprei a 990c e estou amando. Estou utilizando também com o projetor Samsung The Freestyle, e a experiência é incrível.

[@markh351]

Nice review and glad you are enjoying it! I'd definitely get a riser for your TV. I have some of the same challenges with my living room. I have the Samsung HW-Q600C with the optional rear SWA-9200S rear speakers and am quite happy coming off of a basic 2.1 soundbar that I ran for more than eight years. Actually, maybe it's the acoustics of my room, but I'm kinda glad the subwoofer isn't any more powerful. Great for movies regardless! My experience with Atmos is the same as yours, it's good, but not like having actual height speakers. Gaming is awesome on it!

[@LoKnows]

Right??!!!!

[@tneedle7527]

I recently ordered this. I'm curious what you used to mount the rear speakers to the wall. Any links?

[@LoKnows]

I got these amzn.to/3x6SixO

[@Level-ts7xl]

now that the new 990D is out with HDMI2.1 support im def buying it on sale later on this year/early next year. the pricing history of these systems tell they always go down around 30% on black friday/christmas sales.

[@JeffreyGLutz]

Ordered my HW-Q990D just a few days ago. Noticing that the box does not include any wall mount brackets for the rears. Just wondering where you sourced your brackets? Thanks! Great video!

[@drconce]

What app do you use to control the speaker volume? I just found the Smart Things Samsung app and it doesn't give me that option.

[@LoKnows]

Click on the 3 buttons on the top left, Device Settings, Channel Level (Have Fun)

[@danielgallagher2728]

It’s loud but the separation between channels sucks. I have had for months and like it for its price. I can’t hear the atmos or side channels. Just sounds like a lot of sound

[@apolion200384]

I replaced a 5.1.2 system with this soundbar, I have a sb95b qoled. Is hands down an incredible system, for a small to medium size room. My ceiling is 7.8 feet and the height effect work great, adaptive mode and room calibration did the job, also have the right space open to the dinner table, but the bar and the rear right do a great job with the position sounds. Q symphony does not do a great difference, but improves a little the dialog height and front height. Atmos and dts support is great. Overall 9/10, music does not sound better than my old onkyo

[@LoKnows]

I've been going back and forth between adaptive and standard for weeks, adaptive mainly. I switched to standard and I feel that's working for me now...for now.

[@sreenadhds2795]

Great review, very useful. I am confused between Q990C and JBL 1300. My main concern is the bass performance of 990C. I didn't experience it personally since both of them are not available in store for a demo, but heard it in reviews. Can you please tell me your experience of the sub with the 990C?

[@LoKnows]

While I can’t tell you what a proper bass response is, I feel the bass on this unit and it is very satisfying.

[@18ZAFIRA]

Great video, thanks. I noticed your sofa, maybe there is room for your subwoofer under there if you lay it down. It works under mine.

[@timfagerlund8535]

Why do you want it under your sofa

[@18ZAFIRA]

@@timfagerlund8535 Unfortunately, I don't have room elsewhere.

[@JustAnotherYou2ber]

The only thing that will blow people's mind is the price increase compared to the pretty much identital (but year older, and cheaper) Q990B

[@charlyps1703]

Can you do Jbl 1300x vs Q990c

[@giogamer4825]

Did you ever consider Philips Hue behind your Tv that color with what you see on screen?

[@LoKnows]

I have, but the cost was a bit much for what it was and since it didn't support HDMI 2.1 I thought it was going to be a hassle, for me at least.

[@eventhorizon2873]

my setup. 990c lg oled c9 hue sync over 3 meter wall ps5 i am so proud at my setup, and had to work very hard for it😊

[@patb5266]

Nice setup!👍

[@alef3356]

Congrats, bro! It's pretty good!

[@RokuX51]

What firmware are you on? Just curious if these settings are with the latest 1004 firmware or not.

[@LoKnows]

Yeah firmware 1004

[@recess7]

8:54 if I do this and select Bitstream as audio output on PS5, will there be any audio lag? Because there's audio lag if I do this method on my Q600C and PS4 (Bitstream)

[@LoKnows]

That’s weird, bitstream means direct pass through. You can adjust the audio sync in the app for the soundbar, that will take care of any audio lag.

[@recess7]

Already set mine to 0 for the sync

[@AndrewJohnWard]

I have the 2019 Q80R and I'm going to upgrade to this

[@ReneSkotte]

Would just like to see Samsung offering the rears in a white/greyish color.

[@LoKnows]

Yeah for real! Would love for them to blend in with the walls a bit.

[@ReneSkotte]

@@LoKnows Exactly, like Sonos or Sony HT A9. It would increase the WAF (Wife Acceptance Factor) 😜

[@orborbea9844]

Would you recommend this soundbar , or go for the new D series ? I am looking for a new lg tv aswell and missjngmiut in 2.1 .. ? Awesome video btw ! Liked and subbed 🎉

[@LoKnows]

The D series is a couple of software updates and 2.1 support. It would’ve been nice to have but I’m not missing it. Love what I got for years to come.

[@orborbea9844]

@@LoKnows thanks ! It’s a big price bump for the new version, that should save me a lot of money 😎

[@mafiaforlife-pg8rb]

Whats the difference between the 990c and 900c? is it just the rears??

[@MarcusTurner-p5g]

Nice review keep up the good work fella

[@LoKnows]

Thanks!

[@michael-4k4000]

Does this product have iMAX?

[@basharalmafraji656]

Can i bay this soundbar for my LG OLED C3 ??? Answer me please 🙏

[@LoKnows]

Yes.

[@rahulzephyr]

I’ve read some mixed reviews about its bass depth and stereo music performance? Can someone tell how’s the performance in these areas?

[@LoKnows]

I can’t say I’m an expert, when it comes to what good music sounds like from a sound bar. But when I put it on surround, the music played equally on all channels and the bass was nice. Of course I have it on bass +2 and base enhanced. I enjoyed it. Playing music from prime music.

[@rahulzephyr]

@@LoKnows Cool. Thanks for the response!!

[@cathalconvery8124]

I recently purchaed lg oled G4 and have heard poor reviews with there sound bars, do you believe you miss out on anything hooking up a samsung sound bar to a LG TV

[@agnipictures]

Is it? Can you explain? Because I am planning to buy LG G4 with LG S95QR. Since this 990C is getting overwhelming reviews I thinking of switching it to it. Kindly suggest.

[@FNGyoutuber]

I prefer JBL BAR 1300 to SAMSUNG Q990C, Q990D

[@Audiodreamer192-24]

My friend got that sound bar along with the atmos surrounds…. He was trying to show it off too me saying it was as good as my built surround system…. Well…. I really tried to be objective and give it a fair listen. I don’t think he had it set up right, even still I thought I was crappy… for movies it was ok but when he demonstrated music… it was horrible, the vocals sounded like the singer was singing inside a box through a paper towel roll…. There were also a lot of refraction that caused a weird echo effect. That system is adequate for movies and tv but doesn’t compare what so ever too my built system for music. Like not even in the same reality… As a convenience for people that don’t want to spend money or the time to set up a proper surround system it’s ok but don’t say it’s better because it doesn’t even come close to comparing. There are just too many ways to adjust, tweak and not to mention the features of an avr. Also wireless signals are not good for music , especially hi-res. So that was my take on this sound bar system….

[@LoKnows]

Yeah, I would agree it doesn’t really match a full surround sound system. But what it offers is a solid experience even if you have to choose convenience over brute force.

[@tampametal]

@@LoKnowsjust got the 990D wow what a difference in music 👍🏻

[@timalan7406]

There is always something better. The bottom line is, people want something that works; that doesn't require weeks and months of painful tuning and calibration. Example- a mini van is great for kids but has no style, SUV has style but handles like a stage coach, Corvette handles well and has style but has no room. Audio systems are kind of the same, if you want one that can do everything at 100%, you'd spend more money than its worth.

[@pravinranchhod6446]

I tried this system and Took it straight back and asked for My money back as I tried the Sony quad system and it blew The Samsung away

[@el-capiitan2518]

whats the model number for the sony

[@ckt21]

I find the subwoofer is weak. Bass is loose and kinda at midrange frequency.

[@MRSTEEL15]

So no real need for the 990D ?

[@TransplantHelper]

You need to review more of these, 11,000 views

[@LoKnows]

I know right?!!!!

[@jasmikko]

Cant wait to buy one

[@defhead2]

Does anyone know what that movie or demo is called at 5mins 40 mark?

[@BelfastYido]

Looks like, Ready Player One

[@defhead2]

@@BelfastYido legend thank you

[@pedro_ferreirinha]

Will it be fully compatible with LG Oled C4?

[@CuvariPuljani-db9sk]

Yes!

[@LoganScottY]

It sucks I'll probably have to settle for buying this at £1,000 minimum. I see so many people saying they got it for almost half that and I cant for the life of me find a discount or a place that sells it so cheap.😅

[@fernandolopez4895]

I am about to buy it right now on Amazon for 1100. It’s on sale and was 1800 the other day. So ppl out there couldn’t have got it for that cheap

[@CL-em1tk]

You need a bigger TV Sir!! haha.. Nice sound.

[@nancybrown9706]

For that price it should pick you up and put you in the movie itself

[@LoKnows]

AGREED!!! Maybe in a firmware update

[@AznAnarchy99]

Just bought it this week for $660 lol

[@LoKnows]

That’s insane!

[@amirfakhribadri7994]

You can get info from samsung and harman just complain to them . Maybe you may wrong setup without calibrate first .

[@TransplantHelper]

Super nice

[@damnusename]

I'm pretty underwhelmed with mine after all the 10/10 reviews. My old mismatched 5.1 sounded better and was much cheaper. I get very little evidence of Dolby Atmos effects. The sub is pretty good though and I have more room now the separate speakers have gone. EDIT all sound from the rear speaker channels seem to come from the same point. It's hard to tell which of the three sides of the speaker is working even when up close to it.

[@DVDFHardTarget]

Lack of 2.1 is a deal breaker for me

[@thomasvinelli]

You don’t mention dts x. Even soundbars at a lower price point includes dts x. Why would Samsung pull this crap?

[@0xyg3nxD]

We all need a volume limiter. Hahah 😂

[@AntoToni88]

Buy Sony, Sonos or Sennheiser Ambeo Max. Samsung is just avarage compared to them.

[@ghostofneworleans4511]

Wrong. This is the best on market

[@Rik448]

I have it and can say that the Samsung sucks! Buy a proper 5.1 for the money. The whole Dolby Atmos is non-existing on the Samsung.

[@CarmenFerdinand-l3w]

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[@thomasvinelli]

Wait I forgot Samsung has always been overpriced and let’s say late to the party. I went with the Vizio elevate ,sound wise it would blow this Samsung away. It’s also way overpriced even on sale and includes dts X and Dolby Vision pass through.

[@rafars2246]

Subwoofer is beyond terrible. Nothing special, I got the q990d and planning to return

[@danielking104]

This sound bar limit your FPS to 60. Deal breaker.

[@Ralexxanderr]

Not if you have eARC.