Browsing: Soundbars

If you’re looking for the ultimate upgrade to your TV’s sound, then the Samsung HW-Q990F is one of my top picks, and it’s available for a near record-low price of $999 at Best Buy right now.

Sonos just announced two new big pieces of hardware to its lineup: a Sonos Beam Ultra soundbar and some Sonos Ace Ultra headphones. And while they both sound like solid upgrades to the manufacturer’s top-tier audio tech, you’ll have to pay a premium for both products.

If you’re in the market for one of the best soundbars, then there’s a feature you might have come across already called HDMI passthrough, available in some soundbars that connect over HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC.

The Sony Bravia Theater Bar 7 is Sony’s mid-range soundbar with true Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X. If you’ve got a compatible Bravia TV, you even get access to IMAX Enhanced sound. Of course, it’s also a stellar “smart”(ish) home product, with Wi-Fi or Bluetooth streaming from various music streaming services.

When Canvas HiFi unveiled “the world’s first audiophile soundbar” earlier this year, it came with a huge specification: 8-inch drivers pushing out 1,500W of power in a three-way setup. When we actually heard it, we were very impressed – we said it was “astounding” – and now it’s even better with a Dolby Atmos upgrade.