If you're looking to upgrade your TV's sound, a soundbar is a way to go. Whether you want one for your home theater or just to improve the audio on a small TV in your bedroom, these devices can make a big difference. In this guide, we'll look at how to buy a new soundbar so that you get the best one possible for your needs and budget—and we'll also take a look at some of our favorite models from recent years.
When looking for a soundbar, you should consider the following features:
5.1 and 5.1.2 soundbars are the most common. 2.1, 2.2 and 3.1 channel soundbars are good for smaller rooms. 7.1.4 soundbar is more immersive and realistic, but also more expensive.
There are two main types of connections for soundbars: wired and wireless. Wired connections will always be superior in quality over wireless ones because they don't have any lag time or interference from other devices on your Wi-Fi network. If you're going with a wired connection, you'll need an HDMI cable (or similar) that has all three audio channels (left/right/center) running through it; this allows you to get full surround sound from your TV without having multiple speakers installed around your room.
If you want Bluetooth connectivity as well as HDMI input options, then look for a system with both wired and wireless connectivity options—just be sure not to lose sight of what matters most when buying your new home theatre system: how much of an upgrade will it really give me?
If you're looking for a high-quality soundbar that delivers crisp, clear audio and deep bass, then you need a subwoofer.
A subwoofer will add more depth to your music and make it sound more life-like. It will also help fill your room with sound so that you don't have to crank up the volume on your TV just to hear it over background noise.
There are two options. The first is that the sub can be separate from the soundbar—you'll have to pick up a separate wireless bass module and connect an RCA cable from your TV's audio out to the subwoofer. The second option is buying a soundbar with its own built-in subwoofer and amplifier. TCL offers 2.1CH Dolby Atmos Sound Bar with Integrated Subwoofers.
Subwoofers come in two varieties: wireless models that connect via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi; and wired ones connected via RCA cables) that need to be plugged into your TV's headphone jack or digital optical audio output jacks.
If you want to be able to hear every word of the movie and experience that great bass, then there are a few things you’ll need to look out for in your soundbar.
Here are some soundbars we recommend adding to your home entertainment:
P Series | 5.1 Channel Dolby Audio Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer
C Series | 5.1.2 Channel Dolby Atmos Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer
With so many options on the market, it’s important to find a soundbar that fits your lifestyle and budget. If you’re looking for an affordable option that won’t break the bank but still delivers good audio quality, get one of these budget soundbars.
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