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For a budget Soundbar this isn't bad, its not Dolby Atmos but still its very good, I know because I have just got it and for £119 you could do a lot worse. Just waiting for the audiophiles t…
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PHILIPS TAB8905/10 3.1.2 Wireless Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos - £369 @ Currys£369£73950% offCurrys Deals
High end Atmos sound bar going for super cheap
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Samsung HW-Q600A/XU 3.1CH soundbar with wireless subwoofer £167.98 in-store at Costco Leeds£167.98Costco Deals
Been at around same price with cashback before, I bought one with QN94 TV but standalone this seems a good price. Seen in Leeds store but seems national https://www.rtings.com/soundbar…
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Soundbars in Short
Posted by Chris Knoll
10/12/2020
Soundbars produce clear dialogue, rich music and dramatic special effects that viewers crave and most TV speakers fail to deliver. They’re also easy to use and their sleek forms match today’s flat-screen televisions. What’s more, they do all this without breaking the bank.
Today’s flat-screen TVs deliver the kind of stunning picture quality that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago and at a price point, we can all afford. They also look great, bringing a minimalist vibe to any space. But as for the audio, that’s a different story. The problem is that with the TV’s slim frames, there’s just no place to put the kind of loudspeakers that churn out that rich, deep bass or crisp, thrilling treble modern consumers demand.
One option is to hook the TV up to an AV receiver with multiple speakers. Other than the expense and often baffling connectivity options, this solution tends to be overkill. Most of us just want to turn on our TVs and start enjoying quality video and audio without having to faff around with plugs and controls. Fortunately, there’s a solution that’s simple, elegant and economical.
Unknown just a few years ago, Soundbars are now ubiquitous and come in a wide range of styles, types and price points. Manufacturers include mainstream electronics firms, such as Philips and Sony, along with dedicated, high-end audio companies such as Bose and Klipsch.
How the Top Soundbars Stack Up
Soundbars are generally great additions to any home entertainment system. So, with that said, here are how some of the technical aspects of some of the most popular devices on the market stack up against each other.
How to Find the Right Soundbar
Be sure to match the size of your chosen unit to the size of your TV. Take measurements of the height, width and depth of the area where you plan to position your soundbar.
You’ll also need to consider the size of your rooms. Soundbars are just fine for use in small to medium sized spaces, but larger areas may demand the use of more powerful AV receiver and speaker systems.
Decide whether you want to place your soundbar under your television on a cabinet or stand, or mount it on the wall. If the former, be sure there’s enough space to safely position it that it doesn’t block your TV’s remote control sensor.
If you’re investing in a platform-style model, be sure it can take the weight of your TV.
If you plan to acquire a model with separate subwoofer, consider where you’re going to position it. Choosing a wireless model will give you greater options, but bear in mind it will require a power source.
Check the connectivity options on your TV. Most modern televisions feature HDMI, optical and AV audio outputs, which are all you need for basic use.
If your TV features Dolby or some other enhanced digital audio output, you might want to choose a soundbar with built-in decoders that can render it.
Check that your soundbar comes with all the cables you need. Otherwise, you’ll have to buy them separately.
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LG B1 77" OLED + £100 John Lewis Gift Card + LG SN111RG Sound Bar + 5 Year Warranty £2448 with code @ John Lewis & Partners£2,488£3,19822% offJohn Lewis Deals
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LG C1 77" OLED, £100 John Lewis Gift Card, LG SN111RG Sound Bar, 5 Year Warranty £2628 with code @ John Lewis & Partners£2,628£3,22819% offJohn Lewis Deals
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Refurbished Sony HT-G700 3.1 Dolby Atmos soundbar & wireless sub, £169 at Centres direct£169Centres Direct Deals
I was looking for a cheap Sony soundbar and managed to find this one, and although its refurbished it looks like a decent saving to me (rrp £399). Item description: Features + 3.1ch Do…
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Enjoy extraordinary audio from the all-in-one LG SK1D Soundbar. This space saving gadget packs a serious sound punch thanks to Dolby Digital and Bass Blast audio. Just connect it via Bluetoo…
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POLK Audio Signa S4 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer, eARC, True Dolby Atmos £216.75 (UK Mainland) at peter_tyson ebay£216.75£25515% offeBay Deals
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Samsung A650 3.1 Dolby/DTS Soundbar + Subwoofer, Total Output 430W, £167.69 delivered Amazon Italy£167.69£21923% offAmazon Italy Deals
Rtings review: The Samsung HW-A650 is a 3.1 soundbar from the manufacturer's 2021 lineup. Out-of-the-box, this soundbar offers a very neutral sound profile that's suitable for listening to l…
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SAMSUNG HW-A530 Bluetooth 380W 2.1 Soundbar - Black - £123.68 delivered @ Amazon Italy£123.68£199.9938% offAmazon Italy Deals
380 Watts of audio power 5 built-in speakers for brilliant quality sound Dolby Digital audio processing gives clear sound Bluetooth enabled for wireless connectivity Floor-shaking, booming b…
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Samsung HW-Q900A Bluetooth 7.1.2 Soundbar - Open Box - £480.50 @ ElekDirect£480.50£569.9516% offElekDirect Deals
Been hunting for a new soundbar. Gutted to have missed out on the recent Samsung soundbar cash back offer. This is the best deal I can find on the HW-Q900A. The next best is £90 more from Hu…
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Samsung 5.0 Surround System (Sound Bar + Wireless Speaker Kit) £213 Free Collection @ Argos£213Argos Deals
Samsung HW-S50A 3Ch All-in-One Bluetooth Sound Bar £139.00 Connect to your TV and phone simply and wirelessly via Bluetooth multi-connection, and instantly enjoy streaming music or Virtual…
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Samsung 2.1 Channel Soundbar HW-A430/ZG with DTS Virtual:X, Bass Boost Mode, Surround Sound Expansion £96.14 delivered @ Amazon Italy£96.14£135.0129% offAmazon Italy Deals
2.1-channel system: 3 built-in speakers and external 6.5-inch subwoofer Surround sound expansion: virtual surround sound and advanced listening tones Subwoofer and bass boost mode One…
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This is a great soundbar
6 year guarantee for £11.85 refundable if unused. Looks like a good deal to me.
Polk make some great stuff (y) Ticks a lot of boxes for £119!