Skip to main content

Soundbars

About

Flat screens offer lush, detailed images, but they have a key flaw: There’s no room for speakers, which is why most have tinny, weak sound. Pair your TV with a soundbar and your home theater experience will truly explode. From all-in-one units to multichannel, surround systems with detailed Dolby Atmos sound effects, we’ve got all the details you’ll need to make an informed purchase.

LG SP8YA Soundbar.

Normally $800, this LG soundbar bundle can be yours for $280 today

The LG SP8YA soundbar, a 3.1.2-channel soundbar offering three channels, a subwoofer, and Dolby Atmos support, is on sale from Best Buy with a $519 discount.
onn 30 inch soundbar deal walmart may 2023  2 0 lifestyle render

You can buy a soundbar for under $30 at Walmart right now

Sonos Arc Dolby Atmos Soundbar in white with Sub

The 9 best soundbars of 2023: get great sound from your TV

Nakamichi Dragon soundbar with subwoofers and Omni Motion Reference surrounds.

Nakamichi’s wild Dragon 11.4.6 Dolby Atmos soundbar goes up for preorder this week

LG SC9 soundbar in a product lifestyle image.

LG’s 2023 SC9 and SE6 soundbars are now available

Bose Smart Soundbar 600 (left) and Apple Second-gen HomePod.

Apple HomePods vs. Bose Smart Soundbar 600: can a pair replace a soundbar?

Philips Fidelio FB1 LED ring light.

Philips Fidelio FB1 review: the sledgehammer of soundbars

Sonos Arc Dolby Atmos Soundbar in white with Sub

The best Dolby Atmos soundbars for 2023

The Samsung 2.1-channel soundbar and included subwoofer set on a media cabinet.

Best soundbar deals for January 2023

JBL Bar 1300X Dolby Atmos Soundbar.

JBL reveals its new flagship soundbar at CES 2023: 15 channels and 1170W of Dolby Atmos power

LG's 2023 SC9 Dolby Atmos soundbar.

LG’s 2023 soundbars go wireless, get on-screen controls, and game-friendly inputs

Sonos Beam Gen 2 soundbar.

Sonos Beam vs. Sonos Ray: Which soundbar is best for you?

Best Cyber Monday Soundbar Deals

The best Cyber Monday soundbar deals for 2022

The best Cyber Monday soundbar deals for 2022

This year's Cyber Monday soundbar deals have arrived, so we've rounded up everything that you need to know to snag a bargain over the shopping holiday.
TCL Alto R1 wireless Roku TV Ready Soundbar

Cyber Monday deal: Get a TCL soundbar and subwoofer for $59

Cyber Monday deal: Get a TCL soundbar and subwoofer for $59

To get your TCL Alto 5+ bundle for only $59, be sure to order now. That way, you can get $21 off the usual price of $80 and start enjoying your home theater!
Best Black Friday Soundbar Deals

The best Black Friday soundbar deals for 2022

Every home theater needs a soundbar, and though Black Friday's over, there are still some great Black Friday soundbar deals out there.
Ambeo indicator: Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus.

Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus review: you won’t believe your ears

The wait is over: Sennheiser has made a smaller and more affordable Ambeo soundbar that still delivers some of the best virtual Atmos sound you can get.
Mother and daughter dancing in living room with Govee smart lights on.

How to deck out your pad with smart home gadgets for the holidays

How to deck out your pad with smart home gadgets for the holidays

Planning for the holidays can be a stressful experience, but there are a variety of great smart home gadgets that can make your winter season a bit more jolly.
The Samsung Q990B soundbar sitting lengthwise in front of a Samsung S95B OLED TV

Samsung HW-Q990B soundbar review: the best Dolby Atmos soundbar system

Truly great cinematic sound out of a one-box soundbar solution? Samsung's Q990B Atmos soundbar challenges the very concept of what a soundbar can do.
Porsche Design 911 Soundbar 2.0 Pro.

This $12,000 soundbar features an actual Porsche 992 GT3 exhaust system

This $12,000 soundbar features an actual Porsche 992 GT3 exhaust system

If you're a fan of the iconic German sports car brand, there is no substitute for this outrageous Dolby Atmos soundbar.
Close-up of Bose Smart Soundbar 600.

Bose Smart Soundbar 600 review: bigger than its body

Don't let its small size fool you — this soundbar delivers massive, immersive sound.
Prime Day 2022 soundbar deals graphic.

Best Prime Day Soundbar Deals for October 2022

Best Prime Day Soundbar Deals for October 2022

The Prime Early Access Sale is almost over, but we have the details on all of the best Prime Day soundbar deals to shop today. Don't miss these discounts!
Bose Smart Soundbar 600.

Bose Smart Soundbar 600 one-ups the Sonos Beam with up-firing drivers

Bose Smart Soundbar 600 one-ups the Sonos Beam with up-firing drivers

Bose's $499 Smart Soundbar 600 goes toe-to-toe with the $449 Sonos Beam Gen 2 as it tries to win the small-to-mid-sized Dolby Atmos soundbar battle.
A render of the Katana V2X against a dark background.

Creative’s Katana V2X PC soundbar promises the same sound in a smaller footprint

The Katana V2X is a smaller PC soundbar than its well-received counterpart, but Creative claims it still packs a punch.
Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus.

Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus hit by unforeseen technical delay

Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus hit by unforeseen technical delay

Sennheiser's newest soundbar, the $1,500 Ambeo Soundbar Plus, is facing delays due to a hardware problem and the company does not know when it will ship.
Vizio M-Series Elevate Soundbar (M512E-K6)

This Vizio Dolby Atmos soundbar system defines bang for your buck

Does getting Dolby Atmos sound in your home get any easier than the Vizio M-Series Elevate 5.1.2 soundbar system? We have the answers.
Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX SR soundbar.

Polk’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbars make for compelling Sonos Arc alternatives

Polk’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbars make for compelling Sonos Arc alternatives

Polk Audio's new MagniFi Max AX and AX SR are Dolby Atmos soundbars that have up-firing drivers and Wi-Fi connectivity, making them strong Sonos alternatives.
Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus.

Sennheiser’s killer Ambeo soundbar now has a smaller, cheaper sibling

Sennheiser’s killer Ambeo soundbar now has a smaller, cheaper sibling

Sennheiser has added a new Ambeo soundbar to its lineup -- the $1,500 Ambeo Soundbar Plus, which is joined by a new $700 Ambeo wireless subwoofer.
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Theatre seen integrated with a TV.

Bang & Olufsen’s latest soundbar costs a fortune, but it might be the last one you ever own

Bang & Olufsen’s latest soundbar costs a fortune, but it might be the last one you ever own

Bang & Olufsen has released its latest Dolby Atmos soundbar -- the Beosound Theatre -- and it's a glorious work of art and design that starts at $6,890.
Sony HT-A3000 seen from a low left-side angle.

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.
Sony HT-A3000 Dolby Atmos soundbar.

Sony’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbar is smart, modular, and one of its most affordable

Sony’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbar is smart, modular, and one of its most affordable

Sony's $700 HT-A3000 brings Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, expandability, and a wealth of smart features to its most affordable A-Series soundbar.
Close-up of Yamaha SR-C30A compact soundbar.

Yamaha’s new compact soundbar is small enough to fit on your desk

Yamaha’s new compact soundbar is small enough to fit on your desk

At just 26.5-inches wide, the Yamaha SR-C30A will be one of the most compact soundbar options when it hits stores in October 2022.
Vizio 2023 M-series TV hanging on a wall.

Vizio has new smart TVs and soundbars for 2023, but the best may be yet to come

Vizio has announced its low-to-midrange smart TVs for its 2023 model year, with prices starting at $289, but so far, no new P-Series flagships.
LG S95QR soundbar center height speaker close-up.

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.
Samsung HW-Q990B soundbar seen under a TV.

Samsung releases its 2022 soundbars including an 11.1.4-channel flagship with wireless Dolby Atmos

Samsung releases its 2022 soundbars including an 11.1.4-channel flagship with wireless Dolby Atmos

Samsung has released its full – and massive – line-up of soundbars for 2022, including features like wireless Dolby Atmos.

Audio / Video News

Headphones

Audio / Video Reviews

TV