TCL Roku TV Alto R1 Wireless Soundbar review: It’s so easy

Roku has simplified streaming TV, now, it's moving onto home theater audio with the new Alto R1 Wireless Soundbar for Roku-enabled TVs.

Chris Wedel     January 28, 2022

Vizio 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos soundbar review

Soundbars with true Dolby Atmos surround sound have historically been a rich man’s game, often costing well over $1,000. Vizio’s new 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos soundbar undercuts similar competitors by hundreds of dollars, so we spent some quality time with the system to find out if it can hold its own.

Ryan Waniata     January 21, 2022

Klipsch Cinema 600 Sound Bar review: Bold look, bold sound

The Klipsch Cinema 600 delivers a ton of power and dead-simple setup for bigger, better TV sound quality.

Simon Cohen     January 21, 2022

Yamaha SR-C20A review: Clear sound in a compact soundbar

With its $180 SR-C20A, Yamaha built a pint-sized soundbar that features the versatility to fit a variety of different applications within your home.

Nick Woodard     January 11, 2022

Bang and Olufsen Beosound Stage review: Beauty and the bass

If you can afford it, you won't find a sexier soundbar. But for immersive movie sound, you'll find better options from other companies that will save money too.

Simon Cohen     December 1, 2021

Klipsch The Fives review: Soundbar killers

The Fives by Klipsch are the first powered speakers that are HDMI ARC compatible, and they put soundbars to shame with their incredible audio quality.

Jaron Schneider     November 12, 2021

Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review: Improved immersion with Dolby Atmos

The original Sonos Beam was a nearly perfect small-size soundbar for bedrooms. With the addition of Dolby Atmos, the Gen 2 model is even better.

Simon Cohen     September 30, 2021

LG SL9YG soundbar review: Atmos delivers a punch

LG’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbar is loaded with power, features, and quirks, including the lack of a center channel. That said, this distinctive soundbar offers powerful Atmos immersion for a two-piece system, making it worth consideration for those seeking cinematic sound without multiple speakers.

Ryan Waniata     June 16, 2021

Yamaha YAS-207 soundbar review: The default choice

While the company touts the Yamaha YAS-207’s DTS Virtual:X technology as the main selling point, as our review reveals, it’s everything else you get with the 207 that makes this the next soundbar you should buy. The soundbar's attractive $300 price tag doesn't hurt either.

Ryan Waniata     June 8, 2021

Sennheiser Ambeo soundbar review: Killer Atmos sound

We expected amazing things from Sennheiser’s first soundbar, and with incredible detail, brilliant musicality, and mind-bending Dolby Atmos virtualization, it absolutely delivers. Packing glorious detail and realistic virtual surround, Sennheiser’s $2,500 Ambeo soundbar is a holistic sound solution.

Ryan Waniata     June 8, 2021

Vizio SB36514-G6 5.1.4-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar review

Vizio’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbar packs serious punch for a price so low it’ll make your head spin. While this soundbar isn’t perfect, it’s loaded with features and packs a full 5.1.4-channel setup at well under $1,000. With the SB36514-G6, just about anyone can afford Atmos.

Ryan Waniata     June 8, 2021

Yamaha YAS-209 soundbar review

Yamaha’s winning formula for the YAS-207 (our favorite value-packed soundbar for years now) scores another success with the YAS-209, which keeps the major features of its predecessor, while adding extras like Alexa voice control and (eventually) multi-room audio support, all at a still-affordable price point.

Ryan Waniata     June 8, 2021

Yamaha SR-B20A review: Still good, just less value

The Yamaha SR-B20A combines the exceptional sound quality of the company's successful YAS line with a retooled design. But it's missing some important features.

Nick Woodard     June 8, 2021

Vizio VSB210WS Soundbar Review

This inexpensive soundbar will vastly improve the sound from almost any TV, with minimal hassle.

DT Staff     October 30, 2020

Denon DHT-FS5 Review

Denon's one-piece surround solution won't replace a true 5.1 setup, but still impressed us.

Michael Brown     October 30, 2020

Sony HT-S350 review

Sony’s new midlevel soundbar, the HT-S350, offers tons of power, big bass, and a sleek look for $300. But mediocre features and a focus on might over detail make it easy to miss the little things. In our review, we’ll explain why you may want to look elsewhere for great TV sound at this price.

Ryan Waniata     October 30, 2020

Yamaha YAS-109 soundbar review: Alexa makes a good bar better

Yamaha’s subwoofer-less YAS-109 soundbar brings a noticeable sonic upgrade to smaller rooms, and with great features and Amazon Alexa built-in, it’s one of the most convenient entry-level options on the market. You’ll have a hard time finding a soundbar at this price with more goodies baked in, and its sound is great, too.

Parker Hall     October 30, 2020

LG SN11RG soundbar review: Compact cinematic experience

LG's new SN11RG Soundbar is a 7.1.4 system that supports Hi-Res audio, Dolby Atmos, and a ton of other audio formats, as well as built-in Google Assistant.

Nick Woodard     October 30, 2020

Philips HTS8100 Review

The Philips HTS8100 Ambisound DVD Home Theater System features a futuristic design and advanced features.

DT Staff     August 24, 2020

Samsung HT-X810 Review

This all-in-one system is sleek looking, powerful and technically advanced. So is the price.

Aaron Colter     August 24, 2020

Boston Acoustics Tvee Model 20 Review

We review the Boston Acoustics TVee Model 20 which offer a significant upgrade to your TV’s sound in a very simple and extremely easy to use package.

Caleb Denison     August 24, 2020

Boston Acoustics Tvee Model 30 Review

The Boston Acoustics Tvee Model 30 soundbar and subwoofer combo pumps out quality audio from an unobtrusive package perfect for flat-screen TVs.

Caleb Denison     August 24, 2020

Yamaha YAS-101 Review

Review: The Yamaha YAS-101 is the company’s most affordable sound bar yet, but still produces impressive bass without the need for a separate subwoofer.

Caleb Denison     August 24, 2020

Energy Power Bar Elite Review

Despite a name that brings to mind granola more than high-fidelity audio, Energy's Power Bar Elite booms with the best of them.

Caleb Denison     August 24, 2020

MartinLogan Motion Vision Sound Bar Review

MartinLogan brings the sound bar up to audiophile standards with the Motion Vision and accompanying Dynamo 1000 wireless subwoofer.

Caleb Denison     August 24, 2020

Vizio SB4021M-A1 Review

The Vizio SB4021M sound bar and wireless subwoofer provide plenty of oomf for not much dough, making the package an ideal complement to A/V buyers on a budget.

Caleb Denison     August 24, 2020

Toshiba Mini 3D Review

Toshiba’s Mini 3D sound bar astounded us with jaw-dropping sound from a box less than a foot long, with a price just as improbably small.

O. Amnuayphol     August 24, 2020

Klipsch HD Theater SB 3 Review

Klipsch’s size-no-object SB3 sound bar offers sonic accuracy on par with high-end stereo speakers and the best-sounding subwoofer we’ve seen in a bundled package, but its lack of digital inputs and control features may cause pause for some.

O. Amnuayphol     August 24, 2020

Sonos Playbar Review

The Sonos Playbar delivers on its promise of offering sweet, musical sound for audio purists, and its wireless ecosystem remains one of the best in the business. We just wish this sound bar offered more than one, lonely input.

O. Amnuayphol     August 24, 2020

Pyle PSBV200BT Review

Pyle’s inexpensive PSBV200BT sound bar delivers the sort of bombastic bass that adds excitement to movies and TV shows, but its mediocre music performance and poor Bluetooth audio quality have us wondering if the speaker really is a good deal.

Ryan Waniata     August 24, 2020

Vizio S4251W-B4 Review

Vizio may not be known for audio, but its reputation for value remains intact in the inexpensive but surprisingly capable S4251W-B4.

Caleb Denison     August 24, 2020

Definitive Technology SoloCinema XTR Review

Between its comprehensive connectivity options, support for lossless HD surround formats, and solid engineering, the Definitive Technology SoloCinema XRT has set the bar extremely high in its category.

Ian White     August 24, 2020

Paradigm Soundtrack Review

Once again, Paradigm puts its signature sound into a package that will suit nearly any décor. The Soundtrack 2.1 sound bar system is potent, accurate and lyrical in a way that rivals hi-fi stereo rigs.

Ryan Waniata     August 24, 2020

Sharp HT-SB60 review

The Sharp HT-SB60’s wide stance affords it impressive stereo separation, and it is capable of big, robust sound, but its grating, sharp treble is a deal breaker for us.

Ryan Waniata     August 24, 2020