Samsung HW-H550 review

Samsung reprises last year’s HW-F550 sound bar with the updated HW-H550 for 2014. Check out our full review to see what’s new, what’s improved, and what hasn’t.

Ryan Waniata     April 24, 2023

Definitive Technology Solo Cinema Studio review

The SoloCinema Studio 5.1 sound bar is loaded with powerful hardware and highly-tuned virtual surround software, all wrapped in a sleek and compact design. Follow along with our evaluation to see if this powerful system is worth $1,200 of your hard-earned dollars.

Ryan Waniata     April 24, 2023

LG Sound Plate LAP340 review

Those not up for a sound bar may find favor with a rapidly expanding new trend: the sound base. Or, as LG calls theirs, sound plate. Whatever you call them, these devices offer serious space-saving and much-improved sound quality over TV speakers.

Ryan Waniata     April 24, 2023

AudioXperts 4TV Model 2112 review

AudioXperts 4TV model 2112 delivers outstanding fidelity from a gorgeously designed and built piece of furniture. When neither side will compromise, this speaker successfully appeases both the décor-conscious and the audiophile.

Caleb Denison     April 24, 2023

Harman Kardon Sabre SB 35 review

The Sabre SB35 sound bar brings gorgeous good looks, and one of the slimmest profiles we’ve seen on the market. But did Harman Kardon go too thin with this sliver of silver to produce hi-fi audio performance?

Ryan Waniata     April 24, 2023

Philips Fidelio HTL9100 review

Philips deserves high praise for being the first to bring truly wireless surround speakers to the masses, and the Fidelio’s stylish appeal is hard to resist. However, despite offering seamless surround sound, there’s a certain something missing from its sound signature.

Ryan Waniata     April 24, 2023

Yamaha YAS-152 review

Last year, the YAS-101 sound bar dazzled us with big bass from a slim cabinet. This year, the replacement YAS-152 got longer and the bass got bigger, but clarity and definition took a hit.

Ryan Waniata     April 24, 2023

Panasonic SC-HTB350 Review

The SC-HTB350 is an easily affordable, big-sounding solution with flexibility that is hard to match. For those not too picky about the minutiae of sound, this system will please with pounding bass, the ability to deliver audible dialog and more input options that competing devices.

Caleb Denison     April 24, 2023

LG SP9YA Soundbar review: Setting a high bar for Dolby Atmos

Can you get the fully immersive benefits of Dolby Atmos from a single soundbar plus a subwoofer? If it's LG's $1,000 SP9YA, the answer is yes.

Simon Cohen     March 28, 2023

Vizio M-Series 5.1 soundbar review (M51a-H6): The bar to beat

We took a look at Vizio’s lower-priced M-Series 5.1 (M51a-H6) soundbar, and what we found was pretty surprising.

Caleb Denison     February 3, 2023

Bose Smart Soundbar 900 review: Atmos adds to the immersion

Bose's first Dolby Atmos soundbar, the Smart Soundbar 900, goes head-to-head with the Sonos Arc -- and the results may surprise you.

Simon Cohen     February 3, 2023

Bose Soundbar 700 review: Simple yet exhilarating sound

Can a single soundbar really provide great home theater sound for TV, movies, and music? If it's the Bose Soundbar 700, then the answer is most definitely, yes.

Simon Cohen     February 3, 2023

Bose Smart Soundbar 300 review: Sweet sound for small rooms

At $400, the Bose Smart Soundbar 300 isn't cheap, but its tiny frame powers great audio, while its voice assistant options make you a hands-free media master.

Simon Cohen     February 3, 2023

Bose TV Speaker review: Elegant and effortless TV enhancer

Soundbars are a simple sound quality upgrade, but most are overkill for smaller rooms. The clean, compact Bose TV Speaker, is a perfect, if pricey, alternative.

Simon Cohen     February 2, 2023

Philips Fidelio FB1 review: the sledgehammer of soundbars

With a 7.1.2 system and impressively potent bass, the Fidelio FB1 could be the Dolby Atmos soundbar you've been waiting for. Shame it's so hard to use, then.

Simon Cohen     January 31, 2023

Sonos Sub Mini review: The low-end finally costs less

For far too long, Sonos fans have had only one, very expensive subwoofer option. With the Sub Mini, choice has finally arrived. Was it worth the wait?

Simon Cohen     September 29, 2022

Sony’s HT-A3000 does virtual Dolby Atmos right, if you can handle the price

Sony's HT-A3000 is its most affordable premium Dolby Atmos soundbar with tons of great features. But its lack of up-firing drivers may give you pause.

Simon Cohen     August 30, 2022

LG S95QR soundbar review: Your new home theater in a (very big) box

LG's S95QR challenges the very definition of the word soundbar, with 14 channels, 810 watts, and wicked Dolby Atmos and DTS:X sound.

Simon Cohen     July 8, 2022

Bowers & Wilkins Panorama 3 review: Home theater power bar

Capable of blisteringly loud and precise sound, the Panorama 3 is missing many features found on Dolby Atmos soundbars at the same price.

Simon Cohen     May 6, 2022

Sony HT-A5000 review: The Dolby Atmos soundbar for hi-res audio fans

Sony's HT-A5000 goes up against formidable competitors from Sonos, Bose, and LG and proves that a single speaker can produce awesome immersive sound.

Simon Cohen     April 30, 2022

Samsung HW-Q800T review: Alexa, can you say wow?

For $750, Samsung's HW-Q800T comes equipped with a 3.1.2-channel system, Wi-Fi functionality, Amazon Alexa built in, and support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.

Nick Woodard     April 26, 2022

JBL Bar 9.1 review: Wireless Dolby Atmos with a few flaws

There's no doubt that the JBL Bar 9.1's detachable fully wireless Dolby Atmos surround modules are convenient, but are they worth $1,000? We put it to the test.

Simon Cohen     April 26, 2022

Sonos Beam review

Sonos makes some of the best single-speaker home theater products, but they’re expensive. A more affordable model would help a lot of people make the jump to Sonos. The Sonos Beam looks to be that product, with Alexa built-in. But did Sonos remove too much in the effort to keep the price down?

Caleb Denison     April 26, 2022

Monoprice SB-600 Soundbar review: Affordable but average Dolby Atmos

Monoprice enters the Dolby Atmos soundbar market with an affordable and easy-to-use system, but the SB-600 doesn't deliver as much immersion as we'd like.

Simon Cohen     April 26, 2022

JBL Bar 5.0 Multibeam soundbar review: Add a little Dolby Atmos to your life

If you're looking for a small, simple single speaker to give your TV the oomph it's missing, the Dolby Atmos-capable JBL Bar 5.0 Multibeam is the answer.

Simon Cohen     April 26, 2022

Vizio Elevate review: A rotating soundbar is the smartest pivot to Atmos yet

Marrying a killer new design to audiophile controls and stellar sound, the Vizio is an excellent compliment to your high-end television.

Caleb Denison     April 26, 2022

Razer Leviathan V2 review: A PC gaming soundbar done right?

After seven years of silence, Razer returns with a sequel to its forward-thinking PC gaming soundbar.

Luke Larsen     April 21, 2022

Vizio V-Series 5.1 Soundbar review: Putting the ‘V’ in value

Vizio's V Series 5.1 soundbar may not have a rock-solid set of features, but it does add 5.1 surround sound audio and DTS Virtual:X for a bargain of a price.

Nick Woodard     April 21, 2022

Vizio V-Series 2.1 Soundbar review: Your TV’s new best friend

If you're looking for better TV sound on a budget, Vizio's V-Series 2.1 Soundbar sounds great, comes with everything you need, and it won't break the bank.

Simon Cohen     April 21, 2022

LG SN7Y soundbar review: Great Atmos sound for less

The LG SN7Y comes with plenty of interesting perks like 3.1.2-channel setup and support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, making for a value-rich $500 price point.

Nick Woodard     April 21, 2022

Sony HT-S400 review: A tough sell at this price

Sony throws in an excellent wireless subwoofer, but the HT-S400 can't quite justify it's higher price.

Simon Cohen     April 14, 2022

Vizio M-Series 2.1 (M215a-J6) review: A Dolby Atmos intro

For well less than $200, Vizio gives budget-minded TV owners an easy way to dip their toes into Dolby Atmos.

Simon Cohen     April 8, 2022

Sony HT-A7000 review: A fully loaded soundbar experience

There's no shortage of capable home theater soundbars out there, but few models attempt -- let alone succeed -- at doing as much as Sony's HT-A7000.

Simon Cohen     March 23, 2022

Polk Signa S4 Soundbar review: Simply better TV sound

Polk's latest soundbar lacks features like voice assistants, AirPlay, and Chromecast, but it has killer Dolby Atmos sound and a setup that couldn't be easier.

Simon Cohen     February 21, 2022