Samsung Q990D vs Q990C (with some Music Frame on the side)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 มิ.ย. 2024
- I compare the $1800 2024 Samsung Q990D and (less expensive) Q990C and talk about how the Music Frame mixes things up
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Chapters ---
00:00 - Intro
03:53 - Driver Array
07:13 - Ports
08:17 - Codec Support
08:58 - Sound Adjustments
11:55 - Q-Symphony
16:08 - Wireless Connectivity
17:25 - Controls
18:48 - Bar Display
20:34 - Sound Quality
29:58 - Music Frame and Sound Quality Music Quality
35:02 - Wrap Up - วิทยาศาสตร์และเทคโนโลยี
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Great and thoughtful review!!
Your reviews helped me settle on a Q990B, I didn't feel like I missed out when the C released, but the Frames could tempt me to upgrade eventually.
Thanks for your excellent Comparison/review and the effort that's obviously gone into it 👍
Appreciate it!
have been waiting for a long time for this one haha this one will be watched when i have my midnight snack
Been waiting for this for a review
Same. No other Chanel does reviews as in depth as this.
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Right on time and ahead of schedule 😂, amazing review and worth the wait, now it's time for the theatre quad and hopefully the bar 9 and comparisons between these 3 😱
That’s more of an end of year bash. At this point I’m curious if the Quad is better than the A9 (OG)
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So my soundbar manufacturer is now in the habit of putting many improvements behind a software update they could probably give me for free, but instead will only give me if I pay another couple grand for those minimal improvements, thus making them now much like my graphics card manufacturer restricting some driver improvements to their latest gen. cards. I'm starting to see the future of electronics in general.... ;)
Apple on the same boat here. I have the Q990C and its 99% the same as the Q990D. "Took them a year" to add full HDMI 2.1, which couldve been added easily to the Q990C.
I don't mind it... Just bought a used 950a and it's amazing and thanks to all the newer and "better" systems, it was cheap AF 😂🤩🙃
@@MorganReidguitar Well, that's one way of looking at it, but the problem is that even it could maybe sound better if they didn't reserve some of the software improvements for whatever the next higher up model is. ;)
Great review
Next Black Friday, Q990c it is! Thank you, love your reviews and your sarcastic one offs in between!
Q990C is already discontinued. You can probably get a good deal on the D on Black Friday though!
I am in love with the original Nakaimichi dragon. Although I had it since September 6th 2023, i just set it up in my basement. Have only streaming from Disney Plus and Vudu and im completely blown away
Time to get 4k Blu Ray Player or Next Gen console. The True HD Atmos and DTS X will be an eye / ear opener vor you.
Great review ❤
Thank you much!
Great review especially the part with Music Frame + Q Symphony. I just got Q995D + Sound Frame for 1090€ (great 20% off + 20% off + free Music Frame)! Planning on getting S90D for Q Symphony... I'm sure they'll fix things with future firmware upgrades.
I try to avoid good deals … keeps me grounded
Just waiting for your HT-A9M2 review before pulling the trigger. Other reviews are looking mighty promising so can't wait for yours.
The Sony Bravia Theater Quad vs. The Sony HT-A9
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Great video. Bopping sealed it for me.
Same
Great review, great channel! Although I already purchased the HT-A9 (based on your recommendation, however, I’m still without a sub), I always enjoy your videos. Thanks!
You really need a sub to unlock that system
@@neverenoughtech I know man, but my GF is very opposed to this. I had to buy the ht-a9 in secret and rely on her just accepting it. It was hard, she was very very angry with me 😬 I was on the verge of purchasing it during a great sale (429€) but did not pull the trigger. I might this summer thou
Hello from Turkey, great video 🎉
Love your insights. Not sure how you are not the #1 guy for sound bars, but you should be.
I’m too weird … so I’ll just own that space. Appreciate the comment!
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You are a total legend. Your videos made me buy the 990C and it will stop me buying the D. Thank you for your incredible videos.
Right choice
Great review, a missed opportunity for Samsung with those frames. Have them working, and I would buy up to four to go with my soundbar.
Agreed
Thanks very much for the excellent analysis.
Question: did you use the latest firmware V1004 on the Q990C?
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@@neverenoughtech Man! For the especial Samsung clients. Before tax the D is $1,137.49, and the C is $700!!! Crazy good deals. If Samsung was to use a larger sub. So tired of my SB46514-F6, but the sub is miles better...
Great review! You are hilarious!
Quite kind … Thanks!
I know im getting old saying this but you're THE BEST youtuber. This content, your videos are like a brand new anime episode or your Netflix episode. In fact! I oaised this around 30 second mark and got myself a bag of chips and a 7up (chilled!) and now around half way enhoying the video.
"Q-Symphony is compatible with 2024 TVs (DU7000↑& LS03D) and 2024 Soundbars.* Requires Wi-Fi connection to TV.* Q-Symphony supports only up to Dolby Digital+ when playing the Samsung TV, Soundbar and Music Frame together.* This function can be connected and operated for up to two sound devices (2 Music Frames or a Soundbar & Music Frame) that support Q-Symphony" - according to the music frame product page which is UNBELIEVABLY STUPID of them.
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Appreciate it!
loved my q990d. :)
Can't wait for your Sony quad theatre setup thoughts and review!
Me too dude!
@@neverenoughtech Can we get a tentative date? I'm looking forward to purchasing a HT system soon so I'll wait till your review of it drops by. Thanks :)
Hi man, nice work as always. I would suggest Samsung must use the WiSa technology in future for their wireless technology to solve drop outs.
Yeah surprised that hasn’t taken off more than it has
On the Q900c with the SWA-9500S addon speakers, Samsung appears to have removed the option for surround speaker mode selection (front/rear) in the app. It used to be there before v1004 firmware update. The Q900c has the same soundbar & subwoofer as the Q990c from looking at the specs.
First off, thanks for at least reviewing it. A lot of other reviewers seem to think "well it's just a letter difference it'll be exactly the same system and therefore let's not review it at all". So kudos to you. My wife and I are looking for a new home theater setup at some point in the future and as money is tight sometimes(we have a ton of kids) we'll save up for something really nice. The question is always is it worth the price, or is something that's really good and cheaper better. So in your opinion is the Samsung q990d the better option than spending much more on something like this new Sony Bravia quad? I'm a gamer also so of course I had a hard time seeing the 990 c as an option but now that they've changed it the question is whether or not to go with something like Sony's quad for their HTA 7000 with rear speakers or is the tech even getting good enough that we can go down in price to something like the new Klipsch Flexus200. I realize in general if you pay more you usually get more but the question is, is it worth a $1000 or $1500 difference. Man do I get tired of hearing reviewers say inflation has gone up so stop griping about the price as though that's supposed to make it more affordable. Anyway any of your thoughts on this are appreciated
Bought the D Last week! AWESOME ! Just need a 65' Samsung Tv that I can use Q-Symphony.
I think standard mode is all sound bars need, as some others lose the centre and muddle direction. Q symphony is still not much for the 600b. Still think a second sub addition would be good for the people wanting to pay for flagship, and 8k cables definitely make a difference with eArc connection. Great comparisons 🙃
Good stuff. Must test the new Sony HT-A9M2 system and compare that to the HT-A9.
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Wow, great info.i don't need the pass thru and your video clearly saves me 1000 bucks. Is the Sony system sound better or is a better option?
I’m currently putting the Sony Quad through its paces and I am curious if the bar 9 with the highest tier rears and bass unit outshines the Q900 series … the new bars are up for pre-order
So happy with Sonos when I hear that restrictions from Samsung.
Waiting for Arc 2 or however they will call that new Gen Soundbar they promised.
Have you had a chance to listen to the Sony Bar 9 theater system? At this time what system would you recommend for a small home theater?
That was awesome 😂🎉
Appreciate it
Have you seen a feature in advanced settings called VIRTUAL? not sure how it impacts sound when surround/adaptive is on. seems like it doesn’t do anything. It showed up when I updated firmware on the D
Excellent review!!! Can you purchase the surroundsound speakers separately for the C or D and use them for 2 front channels?? One huge downside is the hdmi ports, they are on the side of the cut out and you have to bend the hdmi cables in a bad way in order to get the wires to go in the proper place. Samsung should’ve moved the port so the hdmi wires go straight out the back
No, there is no practical or official way to have front and rear left and right
By the way I can confirmed from another link video that shows the audio board on the C of last year is the board in the D. So as far as improvement there has no changed at all regarding sub on the latest model for 2024.
Do you use hdmi audio input on tv as PCM or bitstream for eARC?
First, love looking at your reviews from Sweden 😊 I'm a samsung "fan" and have a Q950T, would it make a difference to trade up to a C or D? Keep up the great work 🙏
I think it would make a difference but my expectation is that there will be a significant change in 25 … five years after the t and halfway through the decade. Waiting would allow you to find the D for cheaper or choose to get a potential maaaajor step up. My thoughts. Or you can adopt my strategy and buy everything (not recommended)
@neverenoughtech thanks for answering, I'm tempted to change but also curious to see if they finely take the leap to something greater next year 😉.
Waiting this out. Based on the fact that they barely made any actual upgrades this year I’m sure they’re going to completely redesign for the next model.
I've had the Q950A with a QN90A for about 3 years now. I wasn't impressed with the Q-symphony feature at all, but I'm not much of an audiophile either. I think the surround sound in movies is great, but music listening is pretty weak compared to my older, much cheaper Visio sound bar system. I'm strongly considering getting a Nakamichi Dragon after my next TV upgrade.
Great job, real reviews. Do you or anyone know the name of the movie clip during the codec support part of the review? Sci-Fi Fantasy?
It’s a pretty famous movie titled “PS5 commercial”
@@neverenoughtech LOL, thanks for the quick reply, it would make a great movie I think. Love your dry wit and delivery.
Thank you for your reviews, you may be the most honest reviewer on yt. I own the 990c, and personally, i think it sucks. Yes, it generally sounds ok, im talking with movies, but most people will be using these for music as well, and in that respect, i dont find it to be any better than an inexpensive Vizio. The thing that completely ruins this thing is the subwoofer. At lower volume it doesn't even exist. Once you get to 12 or more in volume, it seems to switch on, ank kick in. Its as if its governed by the firmware, instead of being allowed to do its thing, and be subwoofer. I akso own the Vizio elevate p514a-h6 5.1.4, and honestly, it has a MUCH better overall sound, and at less than half the price of the Samsung. Anyway, just my 2 cents. I think the 990c is the most over hyped product on yt, it should be in the clearance bin, not the center stage.
It’s not a stellar music machine … but I am not on board that Vizio is better. I might be sympathetic if someone said the Polk max ax sr sounded better. I’ve also gotten really mixed messages about the importance of music. Many people have called me bad names for even talking about these as music machines and others say they use it mostly for music. Appreciate the comment!
I have a2022 Samsung tv S95B and just purchased the 990D I realized S95B only output adaptive sound+ not space Fit sound pro my question is there a major difference between the two before I upgrade my tv to a 2024?
Thanks for this. I snagged the q990c a few months ago for $800 so this tells me I definitely don't have to worry about upgrading. very useful.
best sound system I've ever owned.
@@vadimilchuk5029You didn't own any system before I guess
@@8000860 owned a Yamaha receiver with Martin Logan speakers for 12 years before purchasing Samsung q900c. Don’t have the luxury to upgrade my sound system like you I guess.
@8000860 which are better? I'm debating if I want to proceed with replacing my arc, sub gen3, 2 era300s for q990c
@@ddkim619 Arc is also bad. Same as Samsung.
I love the idea of the frames - as much as I want the best audio experience, I don't want to turn my living room into a sea of bulky black electronics - however it seems it's just not there yet. Hopefully Samsung implement this further throughout the year!
Thanks for the great review. I was wondering if I can combine two frames with q990d? and use them as front wide channels. I will be using this system on an lg oled tv
No just one frame - two would be too obvious
Great review as always, I have a question about this soundbar, why Samsung doesn't sell separately a pair of satellite like the ones at the rear but for the front?
They haven’t figured out how to do it wirelessly at the price they want to sell
@@neverenoughtech Oh thank you, that's surprisingly so simple that I haven't thought of that 😅
Samsung Q990D and JBL bar 1300, which one is the better option to pick?
Is the 990d + The Frame better than the Sonos arc + era 300+sub? I can get here the 990d for the price of two Sonos Era 3000.
I never cared too much for subwoofers that came packaged with the soundbar or made to accompany the soundbar sold separately except for the sonos subwoofer and modular 700 for bose.
But the soundbars with sub out inputs make it nice when paired with a wired subwoofer like the sennheiser ambeo and the new klipsch flexus core 200 that i got.
The kit sub performances are uneven at best but they are way better than no sub
What are your thoughts on QSymphony TV? I have the q990c and the s95c, and while I see a difference when Symphony is activated, I'm not sure if it's better. The sound is like more expansive, but I feel that I lose some of the Atmos experience and some bass.
I find it’s a better fit sound wise on smaller systems … I wouldn’t necessarily buy a tv for the specific purpose but definitely try it out if you have the opportunity. You’re gonna be the best one to decide whether it’s something you like.
Please do HT-A9M2 review, I ordered it and wait for delivery but I want hear your opinion.
Listening to it now … opinions forming
I had JBL 9.1 soundbar a recently i bought 990c.
Short version: bass better in jbl, atmos in 990c
I am in love with my q990c.
TMI?
I’m looking to upgrade my sound bar, I stream everything we watch with the small exception of movies that are downloaded. No physical media. I do play my PS5 on this TV as well. Wired rears aren’t too ideal for my setup. I value bass more than anything I believe. Just every time I’m at someone’s house that has a big bass factor to their set up it is so impressive to me and very movie theatre esque. For the price I’m leaning towards the JBL 1300 after watching a lot of these reviews. If anyone has any advice or recommendations I am very open minded to anybody’s opinion! Thanks!
If that fake new Sonos soundbar picture would be the real deal i would run out and get it by the time it's released 😂. Great review and thank you for all your hard work.
this "D" model should have 2 subs. I'm happy with my "C" since Im using HUE HDMI sync box and gradient light strip combo with S90C
Hey Daniel! This is a different question,
I recently got the Bose 900 sound bar WITHOUT the sub nd the surrounds.
I ran the adaptiq. .
I turned it on and found out that doing so turns the base way down, although improving the overall sound.
Even increasing the base to +70 when adaptiq is ON doesn't really gives the base that I was getting when adaptiq was turned off with just +30 on base.
Ran the adaptiq 2-3 times. same result..it's a normal 200 sizet medium sized bedroom. Turning off adaptiq brings backs the base but detoriates the sound. I have read on reddit too that even with sub connected too and running adaptiq just quietens the system and base goes down.
I am not a base head
Can you not adjust base up manually to your liking?
@@neverenoughtech did...but i have to go to +80 to match the base effect of +20 when adaptiq was turned off
Does only the d version allow for Google home?
23:46 Every year since the Q950A, Samsung has dropped the price of this system to around $800 with their discount programs. I want this for gaming so I'll wait til then.
The color of the lighter grey works for me as my rear speakers are by a dark grey wall that match pretty well. On a technical note, the audio in your video is odd, it's like it has 2 audio tracks going off from different sources slightly off and it sounds robotic
Are you talking about the audio samples?
@@neverenoughtech nope just you speaking, throughout the video it comes in and out I don't know if you have 2 audio tracks going from 2 different mics
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I think there should be three settings for the rears:
- up front
- rear
- and an additional side mode where instead you have the drivers firing at the listener and backwards instead of into the room (I don’t really understand why you would want drivers firing into the middle of the room where nobody is sat, unless it’s designed for the speakers to be behind you, but let’s face it, there are a lot of people that don’t have that option)
Around 9:28 - you're not getting supper tonight 😂
Yes , I rarely get supper
So which is better at Music the 900c or 900d I can get th e 990c for 600 and the 990d for 1079 with my employee discount. Which one do recommend and which is warmer. Like your reviews keep up the good work.
Very similar … just get the C.
Do I need 2.1 for thr surround sound to work properly on my Playstation 5 that's connected to a 2.1 4k TV?
The D 2.1 is about passing 4k/120 both handle audio the same … not knowing your tv situation safest bet for best audio is plug direct into the bar
Do you think this system could be better than your “Illigal”Sonos 4 Era 2sub and Arc ?
Maybe as the bar is more potent and if the TV was really high end and it actually let me put two in front … the Sonos 300 rears though are far superior to the Ds
I'm thinking of buying the 990D or Sonos Arc, Sub, 2 300 Eras. What is the best choice for me? I have a Samsung TV. As I understand it, the 990D is the best choice if it wants to be used purely for the TV and gaming. And Sonos when I'm also concerned with music?
Which did you go with?
Your videos are very informative Can you explain the connections to pc With a monitor I have an rtx 4060 And the monitor with two hdmi PortS
For the soundbar to get audio from any HDMI port it needs to be an ARC port - that transfers information both ways … most computers and monitors do not support this kind of HDMI port. Most likely to get audio on to the soundbar you would need to use optical, line in, or BT
@@neverenoughtech Thank you very much . One last question because im trying to get to the bottom of this.If I buy an HDMI extractor, [one hdmi in, two out], would I be able to use them one for the monitor and one for the soundbar? . Im planning on getting the 990c but im struggling finding info on pc compatibility.Nvidia has dolby atmos support through the control panel after you download the atmos app software, so there must be a way to access it.Unless its only via an actual tv.
Currently it's on offer in the UAE you can get it for around 950 USD, question is if i have a sony bravia TV in a small home theater is it a good option
Or i go for the new sony sound bar 9 with the sub
Or i break the piggy bank go for an old school wired system [ Note i have the wiring already done and have a five year old Harman System, but never ever was able to set it up properly ]
You Forgot to reply me
Btw amazing reviews so glad got to your channel by mistake
Subscribed! Question, I’ve been planning on getting the Q990C since I returned my stereo HomePods Gen 2 because of way too many problems. I don’t have space to put the rear speakers behind me. Do you think the set up of just having the sound bar and bass on would be good for movies in my small apartment with low ceiling? I’d put the rear speakers in the front but I don’t like the look of that. Thank you!!
Small apartment I’d maybe go something like beam2 and sub mini - Q990x is a bit much for a small space
@@neverenoughtechnoooo don’t say that😭🤣 I decided to not go the Sonos route since q990c seemed much better. Can you expand on what problems I may run into that the q990c will be too much? Q990c sound bar and sub vs Sonos beam gen 2 and sub mini? I really want that amazing sound stage and height sounds to kick in. Thank you!!!
@@jeffhardy3xYou can put behind speakers to sides not big deal or wall mounting is good solution, only problem you will deal with this is your neighbors. You won't able to go over 40 and specially for true hd movies it's just too much going over 30 talking for adaptive mode btw.
@@ckwadahellthanks for pitching in! Neighbors are cool with loud audio so that’s not an issue. I don’t like the look of the rear small speakers regardless of where they are. Would I notice a difference if I were just to do q990c with sub vs Sonos beam gen 2 and Sonos sub mini?
@@jeffhardy3xI don't think any Sonos can beat this thing design wise maybe but not on audio.
I know it's youtube and i'm listening on headphones via your microphones, but why do I like how the "C" sounds more? Sounds more full perhaps?
C is fuller … D has more high end detail. It’s what I said in the video. Though I could change a few settings and the d could sound more like the D … but that’s the difference when keeping all the settings the same
I switched from the HW-Q950T to a new 990C (850 euros).
A really good exchange BUT what Samsung could really score points with is if they made the whole system modular.
Buy the sound bar for say 600 euros / dollar, buy the package with sub and 2 surrounds for 1000 euros / dollar AND THEN you can buy additional surrounds for the sides or front wide.
The soundbar works very well but sometimes I wish there was an optional pair for the sides.
If the sound bar recognizes that you have added two more speakers, new settings etc. will appear.
Yes it would reduce the simplicity of the system somewhat but this would only be optional
Hi, I have the Q950T and thinking of trading up to 950c. Did you notice a big difference?
@@matsthunblad I don't know the 950c, if you just made a mistake and you meant the 990c, then the difference is huge
@@feldartillerie1620 i made a mistake 🙃 yes I mean 990c. So it's a noticeable difference? I think I need to change 😊
@@matsthunblad The connection is better, the sound is better, the design is better. Add to that. 2 additional speakers in the rears.
A much better product for me.
I love my Q990C but have not been able to figure out how to get it to work well with my Sony tv. If I pause Netflix (for example), the sound quits working. I have to cycle through the tv inputs (switch hdmi 1 to hdmi 2 and then back to hdmi 1) for it to start working again... Any thoughts? Love your videos!
That has to be a sony issue
What would say are best movies settings for the q990D?
I prefer adaptive sound, AVA active, The rear levels slightly elevated and woofer level between 0-2 … I typically don’t mess with the EQ
i have a question, so i have a very old 7 channel denon receiver that does atmos at 5.1.2, should i retire this setup and go with a samsung q990? i never had any problems with it really, its just im moving to a new place and i dont think i have the luxury of hiding all the speaker wires there and all and just want an all round cleaner setup, is it good enough that it can replace such a setup?? thanks! (note: my current setup has 2 speakers physically in the ceiling)
I want to say if that’s what you’re coming from the HTA9 or Quad would be a better substitute … the D is pretty safe but there do seem to be a minority contingency that just don’t like the sound profile. If you can get your ears on it prior to buying, not to get a good idea of surround capabilities, but just the qualities of the sound (too prickly maybe) - there would be a reduced chance of heart ache
@@neverenoughtech thanks for the insight man!, yeah the sony quads are really interesting indeed, thats the thing for the samsung is my local electronic stores dont put it on demo in the stores, i can only buy online, i can only really rely on reviews, its always the case if i can get a decent sound for less money, then why not
When are you reviewing the Sony Theatre Bar 9?!
Right now
Is it possible to check the two frames, and then just turn on Q symphony to run the bar and frames and tv speakers ?
No - doing anything cool or obvious with the frame has been blocked
@@neverenoughtech Love your reviews. Best on youtube !
I am looking into getting the q990c which at this moment I can get for 795$ with the help of a friend that works at the retailer.
I want to use the soundbar for basically everything that comes out of the TV, movies, games, football, news, etc. Got in plat to get an LG G3 to match it when the prices decreases a bit.
The problem I have would be the bass. I'm usually a fan of the old school boomy bass e.g. 90s-00s hip hop and what i hear from most reviews is that the bass is punchy. And if it's punchy i'm afraid i won't like the sound (i'm referring to music).
Anyone that owns this and can enlighten me please? I was thinking at a point to go for the q990d just for the 4k 120hz pass thru but that one is 300-400$ more and i'm not sure its worth it.
To me the #1 soundbar feature is great dialog. I had the Sonos, sounded amazing until the actors started to speak
What Sonos did you have?
@@jeffhardy3x ARC and Sub. I 100% guarantee the ARC 2 will have much needed improved dialog. I’m very happy with the Boss Ultra, Sub and Rear
@neverenoughtech . If you have a choice between Q990D VS Q990C. which one of these will you choose? I mean like for someone who’s looking Best all around or music or just movies. Many thanks.
I’d say there’s not much difference so go for the cheaper one
@@neverenoughtech thanks for the reply but what if the price wasn’t an issue? Well let’s just say I get both at the same price 🤫🙂↕️ Cheers
Hi, may I ask when you will review the Sony Quad? I can't wait to hear your opinion on it. I personally think that Sony should have released a brand new sub that matches the quad, but Sony is az lazy as usual when it comes to renewing their products especially when it comes to speakers and sound bars. I really disliked the SW5 sub when I heard the demo in the store, even the Sony wired Sub SACS9 sounds better than that for half the price or sometimes can be had for $150 when it is on sale.
It’s cooking - will do some recording tomorrow
@@neverenoughtech looking forward to it
Disappointed we're not getting more from this soundbar setup. I put off getting the C because i figured they'd do a skip year or something, 1 year is minor tweaks (the c) and the next year we'd get major changes (the d). I don't have any surround sound right now and I'm sure either the C or D would be a great addition, I just know as soon as I buy it, they'll announce big changes on the next one :(
Woukd the music frame be a possible competitor for the Era300?
I wouldn’t go there quite yet
@@neverenoughtech interesting ill be waiting for the test, samsung tablets handle very well the atmos music i wonder if the music frame can too
Great content btw