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Five tips for better TV sound – Dolby Atmos for beginners (2025 update guide)
Five tips for better TV sound demystifies the sales hype telling you to get a Dolby Atmos soundbar. Why? Because a soundbar can’t magically add Dolby Atmos 3D spatial sound...
Sony HT-A7000 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos all-in-one soundbar packs plenty of punch (AV review)
...soundbar). This is the premium Dolby Atmos experience. The rears are both 5.1 DA speakers, and the immersive effect is amazing. The sub will rock the room. Bose Smart Soundbar...
LG S70TY 3.1.1 soundbar for excellent clear voice (AV review)
...3.1 soundbar with the added benefit of a centre up-firing channel. Dolby Atmos – sounds good, but the LG S70TY is not really a DA soundbar, and that is OK...
LG S95TR 9.1.5 Dolby Atmos 810W soundbar – a real spatial experience (AV review)
...upscale enhances your viewing experience. How CyberShack judges a soundbar It is primarily about fit for purpose. A 2.1 soundbar (left/right/subwoofer) will significantly enhance free-to-air TV sound. A 3.1 soundbar...
How to buy a soundbar that meets your needs? (2025 update guide)
Soundbars have almost become mandatory as TV speakers offer progressively awful sound. How to buy a soundbar tells you how we measure sound quality and how to match the right...
Samsung HW-Q990D 11.1.4 Dolby Atmos soundbar – simply stupendous (AV review)
...several more specialist sound technology companies. It has a Californian audio lab to perfect sound for its speakers and soundbars. I cannot recall hearing a bad Samsung soundbar. It is...
Samsung HW-Q930D 9.1.4 – more than you need for true Dolby Atmos (AV soundbar review)
...soundbars. I cannot recall hearing a bad Samsung soundbar. This soundbar has Wi-Fi Dolby Atmos from a compatible TV. We prefer to test with HDMI as Wi-FI can clip the...
Hisense AX5120G 5.1.2 soundbar – the beginnings of Dolby Atmos (AV review)
...buy a soundbar that meets your needs? How to tell if you have good music – sound signature is the key Australian Review: Hisense AX5120G 5.1.2 soundbar Website 2024 soundbar...
Hisense HS3100AU 3.1 2024 soundbar – fix poor TV sound for not much cash (AV review)
The Hisense HS3100AU 3.1 soundbar is a no-frills 3.1 soundbar that fixes poor TV sound while adding a dedicated centre speaker for clear voice and a separate subwoofer. Its RRP...
JBL Bar 300MK2 – 5.0 Virtual Dolby Atmos soundbar with Wi-Fi and calibration (review)
The JBL Bar 300MK2 is an all-in-one 5.0 Virtual Dolby Atmos soundbar. It sounds outstanding, has PureVoice 2.0, Wi-Fi connection for high-res music and room calibration—features you don’t find in...
Urgent Warning: Samsung soundbar firmware update can brick it (Consumer Advice)
...reported that their soundbar still works, but the volume is either or 100. Reddit reports it may affect Q-series soundbars from 2020 onwards. The Samsung USA User Community thread shows...
LG 2024 Soundbar range – even better sound at a lower cost (AV)
...2.0 forward-firing soundbar and separate subwoofer. Supports PCM, Dolby and DTS (not Dolby Atmos). CyberShack’s view – LG 2024 Soundbar range is better at lower cost We can’t really comment...
LG SG10TY 420W 3.1 Dolby Atmos decode WOW Orchestra compatible soundbar (AV review)
...and well over the cost of the excellent S95TR 9.1.5 true Dolby Atmos soundbar. No matter how good a soundbar sales pitch is, you cannot get true DA without at...
Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar – Add Sub 4 and Era 300s for Dolby Atmos on steroids (AV review)
...5.3 and Wi-Fi streaming – superb When HDMI is inactive, you can use this as a Bluetooth speaker (soundbar only) or for Wi-Fi streaming (soundbar, sub, and rears), including High-definition...
Samsung Soundbars: Choosing the Right Series – Q, S, or C? (AV)
Samsung soundbars are excellent companions to a great television, helping to get the best out of your entertainment. A quality soundbar adds powerful audio to your experience – especially with...
JBL Bar 1300MK2 – Impressive and immersive 11.1.4 Dolby Atmos sound bar (review)
...This is an 11.1.4 DA/DTS:X soundbar. That means 11 discrete 2D (horizontal) channels, one sub and four 3D (height /spatial) channels. The soundbar has eight 50x75mm racetrack drivers, complemented by...
LG 2024 Soundbar Innovations: Elevating Home Entertainment (AV)
...a range of standalone soundbars and that are integrated with the inbuilt speakers on their key television models. We does not know LG 2024 soundbars yet, but they have already...
Sonos AI-speech enhancement on Arc Ultra for deaf adders!
The new Sonos AI-speech enhancement works on the new Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar. It offers four levels of enhancement to suit mild to extreme hearing impairment. Sonos has always had...
Best TVs for watching sports (AV guide 2025)
...important aspect Get at least a 5.1 soundbar, preferably a 5.1.4 or higher Dolby Atmos soundbar. Select sports settings on the TV and soundbar. Best TVs for watching sports 2025...
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 4K – D for delightful (AV review)
...and soundbars. Our message to the reader is that the wrong room can ruin TV or soundbar performance regardless of quality. We have tried to compensate for these issues in...
LG QNED91TSA 2024 – mini-LED TV done almost right (AV review)
...or Samsung’s Q-Symphony, I prefer a better soundbar than a combo TV speaker and lower speced soundbar. This is where you decide just how good a sound you want. Go...
Samsung QN900D Neo QLED 8K 2024 – bragging rights! (TV/AV review)
...to a soundbar. We discuss this further in our review of the Samsung HW-Q990D 11.1.4 Dolby Atmos soundbar – simply stupendous Hearing impaired – Passable It does not have a...
Samsung Music Frame LS60D – interesting but best for Samsung TVs (AV review)
...soundbar does not become a 7.1. After reading Samsung’s user help, it appears that despite a website illustration showing a pair, only one works if both the soundbar and Music...
Samsung QN90D 2024 4K mini-LED – 98” is a huge TV (AV review)
...buy a soundbar that meets your needs? Q-Symphony – Pass We tested this with an HW-Q930D 9.1.4 Q-Symphony compatible soundbar (review separate). This is a step down from the Samsung...
LG C4 evo OLED – the Goldilocks OLED TV – just right (AV review)
...soundbar does 99% of the work. Sound summary Frequency LG C4 evo OLED WOW with LG S95T% 9.1.5 soundbar. Deep Bass 20-40Hz Starts at 50Hz but is distorted Starts at...
BlueAnt SOUNDBLADE – serious 2.1 sound for the computing desktop (AV sound review)
...Comparisons to BlueAnt XT120 – a 2.1 soundbar with some thump, and the BlueAnt XT100 2.0 Dolby Atmos compatible soundbar are inequitable. Features: 90 – It is a 2.1 desktop...
Confused about TV tech? That’s just what they want! (AV 2024 critical update)
...TV’s speakers (usually 2.0 or 3.0) or passes through to a DA decoder soundbar. See ‘Do I need a soundbar?’ later. SDR HDR Colour space – Rec. 709, DCI-P3, and...
Sonos Ace – Superior over-the-ear, BT, ANC headphones for Sonos lovers (AV review)
...the soundbar. That is not a deal breaker if they can get the soundbar and headphones working simultaneously. See the Ace and Arc segment later. Australian Review: Sonos Ace Website...
Philips 77” OLED 720 TV – Dolby Vision and great value (AV review)
...if you have good music (sound signature is the key – guide). Soundbar – a good addition Almost all TVs benefit from a soundbar. The trick is to get...
LG B4 OLED Smart TV – excellent picture for a lower price (AV review)
...also WOW compatible with certain LG soundbars. This combines the TV speakers and soundbar. It does not add extra channels to the soundbar but can help smooth out the frequency...
Hisense U8NAU 4K mini-LED TV – premium quality at a not-so-premium price (AV review)
...adding even a low-cost 3.1 soundbar materially improves the viewing experience. If you want Dolby Atmos or DTS:X sound, then a decent soundbar is a must. CyberShack can confidently give...
Sony XR-A95L QD-OLED – the undisputed OLED class leader at a price (AV review)
...soundbar. In comparison, the $1695 HT-A7000 virtual Dolby Atmos 7.1.2 soundbar (separate review to come) bass starts at 30kHz and provides effective, if not front-centric, Dolby Atmos 3D spatial sound....
TCL C755 4K TV – entry-level mini-LED gives serious value for money (AV review)
...fine for passthrough processing by a soundbar, but we would not recommend using HDMI ports on a soundbar—connect directly to the TV. HDMI 1: 2.1, 48Gbps 4K@144Hz, Uncompressed Dolby Vision...
Unwrap the Best: Samsung Holiday Gift Lineup (AV)
...premium Q-Series Soundbars tailor performance to your listening space and compatible Samsung TV. Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Soundbar sold separately. Q-Series Soundbars: Big screen experiences need big sound to...
Sonos Ace (first look) – Interesting, different, excellent (AV headphones)
...bars soon), they ‘wirelessly’ connect to it using Sono’s own wireless speaker network. The Catch-22 is that the soundbar sound cuts out (and they are working on both the soundbar...
Hisense U7QAU Mini-LED TV – the popular option (review)
...and rather thick legs that won’t allow a soundbar to sit under. These are more for wall mounting. The 55-75” have a centre pedestal that should accommodate a soundbar. The...
Hisense U6QAU Pro – affordable mini-LED (review)
...a decent Dolby Atmos soundbar. Hisense has Hi-Concerto, which uses the TV speakers when connected to a compatible Hisense soundbar. We tested with the Hisense HT Saturn 720W 4.1.2 channel...
BenQ TK705Sti 4K Short Throw Google TV projector (review)
...channel sound pass-through for a soundbar) Most are Wi-Fi 5 if using Google TV (Wi-Fi 6) BenQ has packed a lot into this $2,499 unit, making it a viable 4K...
Hisense HT Saturn 720W 4.1.2 Dolby Atmos home theatre system (review)
...option when paired with compatible Hi-Concerto Hisense TVs. One of the biggest problems with all-in-one soundbars is that they use psychoacoustics, bouncing sound off adjacent walls and ceilings, to try...
Hisense U7NAU 4K mini-LED TV – value without compromise (AV review)
...backlit buttons, and 12 streaming presets (of which four are useful). As IR, it is directional, needing to be within 3m and pointing at the TV (if your soundbar does...
Sonos Ace update brings dual-listener to TV and TrueCinema 3D sound
...to link them to a Sonos soundbar (Ray, Beam Gen 1/2, Arc/SL/Ultra). This adds Dolby Atmos processing, TV audio swap, and dynamic head tracking. To be clear, when using the...
Hisense U8QAU – a pro-grade Mini-LED TV (review)
...1, 2.1 (48Gbps) ALLM, VRR HDMI 2, 2.1 (48Gbps, ALLM, VRR HDMI 3, 2.1 (48Gbps) 4K@100/120/144Hz, ALLM, VRR, HFR and eARC/ARC switchable (use for a soundbar) USB-A 3.0 5V/1A/5W for...
Samsung TV Guide 2023: Pick Your Perfect Screen (AV)
...to a home cinematic experience. Samsung has been the market leader in soundbars for the last nine years[1]. Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Soundbar sold separately. Big screens need cinematic...
TCL C855 – the best value, high-performance, QD mini-LED got even better (AV review)
...speakers. This is fine for all free-to-air SDR content, but get a soundbar if you want decent surround sound and Dolby Atmos. Read How to buy a soundbar that meets...
Hisense Canvas S7NAU – Art TV (AV review)
...2 x 10 W speakers (you need a DA soundbar to use this). So, our recommendation is great for Standard Definition Range (SDR) but only offers a faux Dolby Vision...
Samsung’s IAMF spatial sound format will try to kill off Dolby Atmos (AV).
...Vision, HDR and SDR TV – a huge difference (guide). Simply put, Samsung feels that its market dominance in TVs and soundbars allows it to influence the format wars. In...
LG G4 evo OLED – LG’s best and brightest TV tops all (AV review)
...As these have just been launched, look for soundbar bundles. Discounts will be much later in the year. From LG Online, Harvey Norman, Domayne, JB Hi-Fi, Good Guys, Bing Lee,...
Epson EF-22 1080p projector – portable Google TV (AV review)
...using a dToF camera 1 x HDMI 1.4 10Gbps (ARC/CEC), so you can use it with a soundbar or external audio/video source (Blu-ray, smartphone, PC, Mac). It will accept a...
Dolby Vision, HDR and SDR TV – a huge difference (AV 2024 guide)
...soundtrack for 3D height and surround sound if you have a suitable soundbar or home theatre amp. Con Many TVs claim to support DV (decode) but cannot reach 1000nits+ peak...
Merry Christmas 2023 and an even better 2024
...TV – is this the end of an era? Sound JBL Authentics 300 – classic retro elegance, gutsy sound JBL BAR 1300 – 1170 Watts, 11.1.4 Dolby Atmos soundbar JBL...