For everything else, it's a definite crowd pleaser. Audio performance: When we heard the Q800C in action, the first thing we immediately noticed was its powerful sound, which made various spatial effects extremely convincing, especially for a soundbar that does not have rear speakers (...
As great asTV techis today, the actualaudio outputof even top-of-the-line TVs leaves a lot to be desired. Most speakers are built into the back or bottom of a flat-screen, which aren't exactly optimal locations for quality audio. This means you're making a tradeoff between having a ...
You may have invested a pretty penny in a 1080p- or 4K-resolution TV that offers a really impressive picture quality. However, have you been thinking to yourself that the audio quality generated from the TV's small internal speakers leaves a lot to be desired? Well, simply by adding ...
Another standout option for an LG TV is the LG SN11RG. This soundbar system features a 7.1.4-channel setup with 11 total speakers, including two upward-firing speakers for a 3D audio effect. It also comes with awireless subwooferand rear speakers for a more immersive experience. The LG S...
Speakers can get pretty big, so take stock of how much useable space you want to dedicate to your audio setup both horizontally and vertically. Not everyone has the room for multiple floor standing speakers, so don't overwhelm yourself with something gigantic if it's going to get under your...
You can also pair it with a second HomePod mini for stereo sound. Of course, if you aren't already on a first-name basis with Siri, you don't need to give it or the larger HomePod much thought. Pros Solid audio performance with rich bass and bright highs Multiple speakers can be ...
(a few high-end Bluetooth speakers even have digital audio inputs), you can use a wired connection to the speaker via the audio outputs on your TV. Soundbars tend to use the optical or HDMI connection on your TV to get sound. Many soundbars have a Bluetooth option so you can ...
Apple has been banging the drum for spatial audio for a few years now, but Sonos really took a step forward with that technology when it launched theEra 300in 2023. Appropriately enough, it also marked a new era for the Sonos range of multi-room speakers, with an entirely new design tha...
Q-series 11.1.4 ch. Wireless Dolby ATMOS Soundbar + Q-Symphony | w/ Rear Speakers | HW-Q990DShow more 4.8 (159) $1,499.99 $1,999.99 Save$500.00 Starting from$125.00/mo$166.67/mofor12mos⊕σwith Samsung Financing Pickup: Available in select stores ...
I'm the Hi-Fi and Audio Editor ofWhat Hi-Fi?and have tested dozens of speakers of all types and budgets during my decade of reviewing. The best desktop speakers should still sound great for the money, and while a given model's dimensions and input options are important, you're wasting...