True. I’ve visited stores just to listen. As soon as a store employee tells me it’s on sale or many people bought these I say thanks and go on listening to others.
Crutchfield and I go way back! I guess my first purchase was around 1978 or 79. Purchased a Craig Power play 100 car stereo amp for my car. Their customer service is some of the best or probably the best you will receive. The info on their website is excellent and long with the customer service, you should have no problem finding what you need.
Great video. I'm a gamer who uses a Nintendo Switch connecting to the t.v. So definitely looking for a sound bar that will enhance the TV's sound just for that occasion.
Really helpful, objective advice about sound bars. So pleased to have found this channel, particularly is I'm looking to update my TV and incorporate a sound bar. Top video.
THANK YOU! a great video for this newby! I did go to your website and used your filters as recommended. this helped me a lot and went for the... Samsung HW-Q60T Bluetooth 5.1 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer - Black. i would buy from you but you are in the states and i'm here in the UK. boy, things are a lot cheaper over there than here! thanks again.
Simply explained, appreciated, because I'm one of those people who just wants to hear dialogue better, and want an easy connection like optical cable. Don't care about sub-woofer necessarily, so thanks for addressing that. Not sure how I switch between sources if I use HDMI instead and plug components into the soundbar, Don't have arc, my TV is over 10 years old but still works for me.
Fantastic review! Thank you for all of the helpful tips. I have a Bluetooth projector and have been trying to figure out the best option. This video has helped me understand options much better.
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I bought a Bose years ago when soundbars were first being sold. I returned it. I don’t like deep bass. There wasn’t a way to balance more towards treble. I notice that the cheaper ones don’t have a balance adjustment, either. I am tempted, still, to get one...maybe.
An upgrade is always a good thing! If you need help wading through the choices, give one of our Advisors a call or head into chat. You can find us here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc313/support/ContactUs.aspx
Having a integrated soundbar with my TV plus also having a full 5.2.4 setup with a flick of a button I can go from one to the other! And even though the so-called Dolby Atmos (virtual) sounds pretty good on the soundbar there's just no comparison between the two! if you want subtleness go with the soundbar but if you want that chest pounding sound then you have to go with a wired setup! Click on the red dragon twice for a 2-minute demo of the extra benefit a wired set-up brings you???
Great video! What would you recommend more ? Sony HT-S350 or Sony HT-X9000F? Difference is a 100$ cad. But cheaper one has better reviews on your website
I like how you to talk and how to demonstrate,I have jbl 5.1 i know is one of the cheaper brand,but until now i don’t know how to connect HDMI cable from sound bar to tv,i buy this from Germany bring to Philippines,thank you for sharing?
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I want to improve dialogue and watch/listen to classical music concerts from TH-cam and wherever. Any suggestions guys? PS I'm not looking for the final solution to end all solutions. Our Smart TV has the usual optical and HDMI ARC connectors. There are no RCA out connectors, but I've finally found the camouflaged headphone connector! Update: I managed to connect our TV headphones OUT to the Audio IN of the DVD player. The 5.1 speaker system of the DVD is/was even poorer than the TV speakers (warmer but no clarity, despite being made by Sony - no, I didn't buy it) so I swapped out the tiny cheap L&R front speakers for a pair of KEF Coda speakers which were gathering dust. The whole system is much improved, for TV dialogue & music and for DVDs/CDs. There's a fuller range of sound, and double basses can be felt as well as heard thanks to the KEFs and the existing sub, but I might try to replace the centre speaker as well. So far, it's a free solution. Why were the KEF speakers not already employed elsewhere? I inherited a better system with an Onkyo receiver and Bose speakers, which is in my studio. Cheap (or free) solutions are good when lockdowns have left you unemployed. I wonder whether a cheap passive sound bar is best for this?
We have a lot of bars with dialogue enhancement abilities and page this link loads will have our models filtered to only those models with the tech: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/g_316150/Sound-Bars.html?&pg=2&fa=1#&nvpair=AG_Audio_Enhancements|FFDialogue_Enhancement
I went to a local store and listened to a bunch of soundbars from least to most expensive. And they all lacked something important: They totally lacked bass and the higher sounds lacked clarity. Granted it was in the middle of a large warehouse / store but still... So I bought a Logitech subwoofer and two speakers and connected them, via converter, to my smart TV instead. The TV sounds great because of that. What surprised me is just how bad smart TVs are in terms of audio quality.
I have a Sony Oled A80J 55" in the bedroom, have a great sound, really I expected nothing but have clarity and a good amount of bass. The TV have room correction and Dolby Atmos, usually I use the bedroom tv to watch shows in late night, the sound effects are not as deep, but with voice at low volume (kids at home) the sound is good enough. I think the sound is better than many low end Soundbars, or the cheapest stereo soundbar can improve the audio of this tv? (I also like and enjoy the big audio in the living room with my denon AVR)
Thank You JR! Which passive soundbar would you suggest for a fairly large room (23X24X12ft ceilings)? It will be the front channels in a 5.1.2 system I am putting together.
This Monitor 3-channel passive soundbar would be an excellent choice to create a big, dynamic front sound stage for a 5.1.2 system: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc290/p_893SB4B/Monitor-Audio-SB-4.html
Eminently beneficial and well done! It's frustrating, all the sound bars I've looked at have HDMI ARC; our TV only has one free HDMI(no arc) SPDIF Optical, RCA ports, audio jack and headphone jack. I want to use SPDIF Optical and HDMI port, so we only need TV remote to change volume on SB. Looking for a 24-28 inch SB for a 26" Vizio around 50-200$; with Bluetooth, clear voice, sound leveling (for loud commercials), and surround sound . A SB that doesn't have over whelming bass and mellows background loud sounds. YES, you guessed it, we are up the hill on the way down😉😄😄!!! Any suggestions would be very much appreciate! Thank you again for the great video presentation.
We're happy to recommend a good match for you up on that hill! 😁To verify, you want to stream to the sound bar via Bluetooth? No need to stream from it? Do you want the option to add a subwoofer and surround speakers?
@@crutchfield Want to stream to SB for 32 inch Vizio TV, and be able to send wireless signal to 2-Bluetooth wireless speakers , in kitchen dinette; Kitchen/kitchen dinette is 20' x 12'. Hope that helps! Not sure about a woofer; your thoughts on that? Appreciate any recommendations, Thank You.
We don't have a way to tie in wireless speakers to help play the TV's audio in other room while using a soundbar. That typically takes a home theater receiver and WiFi speakers for the other room. We can make sure the soundbar has Bluetooth so it can play audio from a portable device like a smartphone. Since your TV does not have an HDMI ARC connection, then we should plan on using the optical port. That is the next best one. Also, getting a subwoofer will help with being able to get a small soundbar without losing any audio. This Polk Soundbar is a great choice for size and sound: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_107MAGMINI/item.html
@@crutchfield > LOL TV took a dive; not to upset we've had it for ever, served us well. Guess I'll be looking for a new 32" HDTV with a HDMI ARC this time!! Seen on your site, the Samsung 32 inch UN32N5300AFXZA or Samsung QN32Q60A; do you have YT video's on these? If not your thoughts.
The good news is that both of those models support HDMI ARC! The Q60A model also supports HDMI eARC which, with compatible audio gear, will make it possible to listen to Dolby Atmos as well as DTS:X audio tracks for more realistic object positioning and tracking. This upgrade as well as the video upgrades (more detail, quicker response times for smooth action, etc...) are all found in the Q60A as improvements over the similar ability in the N5300 model.
Hi Tom! The size of the room that your sound bar will be going in, does play a factor in choosing the sound bar solution for your needs. Also, depending on the types of features you're looking for, such as simulated surround sound that uses object based sound reflections, would also need to be addressed. If you would like to go over any of the sound bars we carry, or ask questions about what would work best for you, feel free to get in touch! We are always happy to help! www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
Lookup crutchfield online, navigate to Samsung soundbars, edit search with x.x sound, and get the most expensive you feel comfortable spending(the more you spend, the more you get, there is no upgrades for these if it’s not loud or clear enough, sorry, buy again) (it’s better to have too much than not enough) , take your time to setup it when you get it home (take time in the beginning, and more enjoyment, slap it together quickly and it could be bad) (proper speaker setup is important for sound, look at water and how it flows, a river flowing smoothly is calm and easy and enjoyable, rapids is rough and noisy, not so relaxing)
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Hi! HDMI can pass higher-resolution audio, including the formats found on Blu-ray: Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio. These formats can't get transmitted across optical. Hope this helps! Feel free to chat with us online or by phone if you'd like to look into adding a sound bar! We will be happy to help. www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
My Samsung TV doesn't have ARC, only HDMi inputs (x3). My LG SL6Y soundbar is connected via the optical out on the TV. My question is how can I take advantage of the higher fidelity sound from my Playstation 4 without ARC. I have HDMi inputs (x2) on the bar itself and HDMi output labelled TV ARC out.
We did not carry the HT-S500RF sound bar, we would not be able to offer guidance nor recommendation on that particular product, in comparison to the JBL 3.1. If you would like a personalized recommendation on a sound bar that would work great for you, feel free to get in touch. We will be happy to help. www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
As far as wireless rear speakers...Do you have to buy the exact same brand of the soundbar or is it pretty universal on which pair you can connect wirelessly?
Sound bars do have multiuse capabilities, as most sound bars of today have Bluetooth and WiFi for audio streaming. However, if you're looking for a dedicated stereo setup for audio only, a set of speakers, and a receiver or amp would be the route to take! Please chat with us online or by phone. We will be happy to go over your specific needs in an audio system, and provide you with a solid recommendation on the products that will work best for you! www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
How do we get the sound from the TV with the Bluetooth headphones connected? We just bought a Sony Bravia X80J Smart TV with a pair of headphones for my friend who is hard of hearing. However, once his headphones are connected, no one else can hear the TV. How can we fix that?
Ah yes, with most tv's you can only hear the tv audio on one output at a time: bluetooth headphones OR the tv speakers. :/ Here's a solution that offers simultaneous listening between the tv and the headphones and great sound quality! www.crutchfield.com/I-rFBKc384/p_143RS1752/Sennheiser-RS-175.html?tp=68382
Soundbars are not typically used for HiFi listening because they have both the left and right channel audio built into on speaker which does not allow for the ideal spacing between speakers and the listener. That is crucial for experiencing all the detail in music like the sound staging of it and the depth of field in it. Getting a wide soundbar can help and the Denon DHTS517 even has audio inputs for connecting music devices. It can be found here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_033DHTS517/item.html
With soundbars, is there a point where you start getting a decent deminish on return on investment? In other words, is there a point where you can't hear much of a difference in improvement?
The answer to that question would really be dependent on your personal space, the type of quality you're looking for in a new sound bar, and any expandability needs you may have. Please feel free to chat with us online or by phone. We will be happy to go over this with you, and assist you with finding the best sound bar setup for your needs! www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
I am planning to buy jbl 5.1 detachable surround speakers soundbar. Question is can i rely on wireless battery powered speakers? Am i gonna facerany issue after 3 years? Should I go for it?
In my experience the JBL 5.1 bar is a solid product that performs well. I would keep your wireless router 20-30 feet away from the system to minimize any interference.
You don't seem to address my question. Can you hook up a sound bar to a regular turntable that came out in the 80s? I just need to hook up my turntable. Thanks.
It is possible to connect a turntable to a soundbar with an analog audio input by installing a phono preamp in between them. The turntable will send audio to the phono preamp. The phono preamp will increase that audio to preamp level so it can then be sent to the analog audio input on the soundbar. The phono preamps we offer can be found here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/g_50500/Phono-Preamps.html
We have the Jbl Bar 5.1 and have never had the volume and bass turned up full it literally shakes the house like crazy. the bass is great and also very refined. harman makes JBL anyway.
hi there. would you consider Samsung HW-Q90R Harman Kardon Cinematic soundbar with Dolby Atmos as the best in its class? im thinking either the Hw-Q9OR or the Bose 700 with subwoofer.
@@prisonss go have a listen and decide for yourself. Only you know can decide going to work out for you. If it helps, Q70R wall mounted in a small room is plenty and works well enough - for me. You might have a completely different idea about what sounds good.
.....Anyone, is H.H. SCOTT a decent or good/great brand or low level? I am starting to like this POLK I was given for free as in the soundbar however sounds great already I want more as in least MORE bass so has a sync button maybe I should locate a sub by Polk as any of the subs by Polk will sync to any of the Polk soundbars with sync or do they need to be of sdame model? What tech is POLK using for the SYNC anyway, is it some sort-OF POLK -proprietary technology- or is it something more 'universal like wifi or some type of NFC or even 2.4/'5xxghz bands?.... HMM.... Anyone with a brain out here with me?...
We offer a few different soundbars with multiple design aspects all linked to enhancing and producing easier to hear voicing in the audio. I recommend contacting an advisor to discuss this as well, other abilities you want, and the gear it will be used with to get a personal recommendation on the best for you. Here's how to reach us for this help: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx
What an incredible well put together video.
Hire this man to explain everything!
Where has this guy been all my life? He explained this so simple like he was talking to a 3rd grader. Well done.
Thanks! We are glad it helped!! Let us know when we can help again
How to choose a soundbar - tell your audio nerd friend how much you wanna spend and let them figure it out because it's fun for them lol
Like 140 or something
I have a question: Are sound bars hooked up for a wireless wifi system or just a wired signal?
@@petersuskawicz8900 depends on the soundbar. Bose 300 to 700 can connect to wifi, vizio v series doesnt
@@Redstonender POLK ...(AMERICAN-MADE) ....WITH A WIRELESS SYNC FOR A POLK SUB THAT SHOULD COME TOGETHER...
True. I’ve visited stores just to listen. As soon as a store employee tells me it’s on sale or many people bought these I say thanks and go on listening to others.
Crutchfield and I go way back! I guess my first purchase was around 1978 or 79. Purchased a Craig Power play 100 car stereo
amp for my car. Their customer service is some of the best or probably the best you will receive. The info on their website is excellent
and long with the customer service, you should have no problem finding what you need.
One of the most sincere and trustworthy videos I’ve seen in a while, thank you
I like how he used the word "inexpensive" instead of "cheap". Smart guy.
1)Deep subwoofer
2)Analog and Bluetooth support
3)clear voice
4)5.1 or 7.1 dts x
Extremely well explained. One of the best video who kept all the info appropriate and clear. Thank you
This was the most well explained, thorough explanation to get you where you want. Thank you!
Great video. I'm a gamer who uses a Nintendo Switch connecting to the t.v. So definitely looking for a sound bar that will enhance the TV's sound just for that occasion.
Love Crutchfield! The products are superior and the techs are very knowledgable. This video came just in time for a new audio/video system!!
What an extraordinarily enlightening and informative video. Superb 👏🏽
Thanks for the compliment and glad you enjoyed the video! 😀
Really helpful, objective advice about sound bars. So pleased to have found this channel, particularly is I'm looking to update my TV and incorporate a sound bar. Top video.
Thanks again! If you need help choosing, please let us know.
Your video helped me a lot to understand sound bars. Very well explained! Thank you very mutch! Keep on the good work!
This is just perfect.
Thanks a lot for detailed step by step information
Very helpful indeed. Video came out right at the time I am researching sound bars. Never had one though. Thank you.
THANK YOU! a great video for this newby! I did go to your website and used your filters as recommended. this helped me a lot and went for the... Samsung HW-Q60T Bluetooth 5.1 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer - Black. i would buy from you but you are in the states and i'm here in the UK. boy, things are a lot cheaper over there than here! thanks again.
Best information I have heard yet.
crutchfield is a great co an their prices are always competitive and can't beat the support.
Simply explained, appreciated, because I'm one of those people who just wants to hear dialogue better, and want an easy connection like optical cable. Don't care about sub-woofer necessarily, so thanks for addressing that. Not sure how I switch between sources if I use HDMI instead and plug components into the soundbar, Don't have arc, my TV is over 10 years old but still works for me.
Soundbars that have multiple HDMI inputs typically come with a remote that can be used to switch between those HDMI inputs.
Fantastic review! Thank you for all of the helpful tips. I have a Bluetooth projector and have been trying to figure out the best option. This video has helped me understand options much better.
We're so glad that was helpful to you! 😊
Yo which projector you have? Link please
Hello from London UK. That was a really helpful video, thank you!
Love the Junk Speaker toss!
See ya later bad speakers! 🤣
thanks so much J.R. This is extremely helpful :)
1:11 I Love That Subwoofer! 1:34 I Saw The Soundbar And The Bass Mod.
Excellent vid. Mirror all comments below, well explained and simplified. I'll be heading over to your site.
Thanks Steve! Glad it helped! Let us know when we can help again
Excellent explanation about soundbars for an extereme novice. Thank you!
You're welcome!
Great detailed explanation for how to connect... thanks.
You'll have to pay a little more? The Sennheiser soundbar is over $2000!
thats just a zero more though
When it cost 5x more than your 4k HDR 55" TV you know you're being ripped off.
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@@kalijasin100%
I bought a Bose years ago when soundbars were first being sold. I returned it. I don’t like deep bass. There wasn’t a way to balance more towards treble. I notice that the cheaper ones don’t have a balance adjustment, either. I am tempted, still, to get one...maybe.
Car stereo sounds Great. Sound bar for HDTV is next.!!!!!
An upgrade is always a good thing! If you need help wading through the choices, give one of our Advisors a call or head into chat. You can find us here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc313/support/ContactUs.aspx
Excellent demonstration!
Thanks!
Good video!!! Bose 700 ✅
This was very helpful and informative thanks so much!!
Very thorough presentation! Thank you so much!
The way he threw the TV speaker in the beginning 🤣🤣🤣
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Thanks for doing this video.....big help!
This was very useful. Thanks for the very informative video. 👍🏾
Having a integrated soundbar with my TV plus also having a full 5.2.4 setup with a flick of a button I can go from one to the other! And even though the so-called Dolby Atmos (virtual) sounds pretty good on the soundbar there's just no comparison between the two! if you want subtleness go with the soundbar but if you want that chest pounding sound then you have to go with a wired setup! Click on the red dragon twice for a 2-minute demo of the extra benefit
a wired set-up brings you???
Great video! What would you recommend more ?
Sony HT-S350 or Sony HT-X9000F? Difference is a 100$ cad. But cheaper one has better reviews on your website
I like how you to talk and how to demonstrate,I have jbl 5.1 i know is one of the cheaper brand,but until now i don’t know how to connect HDMI cable from sound bar to tv,i buy this from Germany bring to Philippines,thank you for sharing?
Excellent , very informative, easy to understand. Thank you 👍
Ty for the video. Great explanation!
😊
Your website is the best, thanks
Clear and info packed ...nice job thanks
Amazing video with great explanations
Why assume these are for TV’s? I think equally as many people want them for their home office/gaming setup.
I tried two soundbars one with Atmos..... It just never worked for me. Had to switch back to true 5.1.2 and will never get a soundbar again!
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Soundbar is for a small room.
@@Noeman2009 yeah while your exactly right and I have a small room it just didn't work me.
Great help an advice. Thanks will acknowledge it to friends an fly. You
Some soundbars are designed for those who have hearing difficulties. Might be an idea to mention these.
I want to improve dialogue and watch/listen to classical music concerts from TH-cam and wherever. Any suggestions guys? PS I'm not looking for the final solution to end all solutions. Our Smart TV has the usual optical and HDMI ARC connectors. There are no RCA out connectors, but I've finally found the camouflaged headphone connector!
Update: I managed to connect our TV headphones OUT to the Audio IN of the DVD player. The 5.1 speaker system of the DVD is/was even poorer than the TV speakers (warmer but no clarity, despite being made by Sony - no, I didn't buy it) so I swapped out the tiny cheap L&R front speakers for a pair of KEF Coda speakers which were gathering dust. The whole system is much improved, for TV dialogue & music and for DVDs/CDs. There's a fuller range of sound, and double basses can be felt as well as heard thanks to the KEFs and the existing sub, but I might try to replace the centre speaker as well.
So far, it's a free solution. Why were the KEF speakers not already employed elsewhere? I inherited a better system with an Onkyo receiver and Bose speakers, which is in my studio. Cheap (or free) solutions are good when lockdowns have left you unemployed. I wonder whether a cheap passive sound bar is best for this?
Vizio 5.1 150 dollars Walmart. No joke it's pretty good
We have a lot of bars with dialogue enhancement abilities and page this link loads will have our models filtered to only those models with the tech:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/g_316150/Sound-Bars.html?&pg=2&fa=1#&nvpair=AG_Audio_Enhancements|FFDialogue_Enhancement
Very nice presentation 👏
I went to a local store and listened to a bunch of soundbars from least to most expensive. And they all lacked something important: They totally lacked bass and the higher sounds lacked clarity. Granted it was in the middle of a large warehouse / store but still... So I bought a Logitech subwoofer and two speakers and connected them, via converter, to my smart TV instead. The TV sounds great because of that. What surprised me is just how bad smart TVs are in terms of audio quality.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR DETAILED INFO!
such a helpful video thank you
I have a Sony Oled A80J 55" in the bedroom, have a great sound, really I expected nothing but have clarity and a good amount of bass.
The TV have room correction and Dolby Atmos, usually I use the bedroom tv to watch shows in late night, the sound effects are not as deep, but with voice at low volume (kids at home) the sound is good enough. I think the sound is better than many low end Soundbars, or the cheapest stereo soundbar can improve the audio of this tv?
(I also like and enjoy the big audio in the living room with my denon AVR)
Thank You JR! Which passive soundbar would you suggest for a fairly large room (23X24X12ft ceilings)? It will be the front channels in a 5.1.2 system I am putting together.
This Monitor 3-channel passive soundbar would be an excellent choice to create a big, dynamic front sound stage for a 5.1.2 system:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc290/p_893SB4B/Monitor-Audio-SB-4.html
Looks like I'm getting a Sonos Beam :D Thanks
Holly shit what a video. I can only say… i love you
Great explanation!
Eminently beneficial and well done! It's frustrating, all the sound bars I've looked at have HDMI ARC; our TV only has one free HDMI(no arc) SPDIF Optical, RCA ports, audio jack and headphone jack. I want to use SPDIF Optical and HDMI port, so we only need TV remote to change volume on SB. Looking for a 24-28 inch SB for a 26" Vizio around 50-200$; with Bluetooth, clear voice, sound leveling (for loud commercials), and surround sound . A SB that doesn't have over whelming bass and mellows background loud sounds. YES, you guessed it, we are up the hill on the way down😉😄😄!!! Any suggestions would be very much appreciate! Thank you again for the great video presentation.
We're happy to recommend a good match for you up on that hill! 😁To verify, you want to stream to the sound bar via Bluetooth? No need to stream from it? Do you want the option to add a subwoofer and surround speakers?
@@crutchfield Want to stream to SB for 32 inch Vizio TV, and be able to send wireless signal to 2-Bluetooth wireless speakers , in kitchen dinette; Kitchen/kitchen dinette is 20' x 12'. Hope that helps! Not sure about a woofer; your thoughts on that? Appreciate any recommendations, Thank You.
We don't have a way to tie in wireless speakers to help play the TV's audio in other room while using a soundbar. That typically takes a home theater receiver and WiFi speakers for the other room. We can make sure the soundbar has Bluetooth so it can play audio from a portable device like a smartphone.
Since your TV does not have an HDMI ARC connection, then we should plan on using the optical port. That is the next best one. Also, getting a subwoofer will help with being able to get a small soundbar without losing any audio. This Polk Soundbar is a great choice for size and sound:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_107MAGMINI/item.html
@@crutchfield > LOL TV took a dive; not to upset we've had it for ever, served us well. Guess I'll be looking for a new 32" HDTV with a HDMI ARC this time!! Seen on your site, the Samsung 32 inch UN32N5300AFXZA or Samsung QN32Q60A; do you have YT video's on these? If not your thoughts.
The good news is that both of those models support HDMI ARC! The Q60A model also supports HDMI eARC which, with compatible audio gear, will make it possible to listen to Dolby Atmos as well as DTS:X audio tracks for more realistic object positioning and tracking. This upgrade as well as the video upgrades (more detail, quicker response times for smooth action, etc...) are all found in the Q60A as improvements over the similar ability in the N5300 model.
Your video helped me understand a lot about sound bars. Thank you!
very useful video!!! thanks
Just purchased a LG Nano cell 90 55" Wondering what the bet bang for buck soundbar to use with dts-x and Atmos? Thans in advance. Thumbs up...!!!
Good job!
Thanks! It's great to hear that you found it informative. 🙂
Is room size an issue when choosing a sound bar ? Small living room to larger living rooms or doesn't that matter? Thanks
Hi Tom!
The size of the room that your sound bar will be going in, does play a factor in choosing the sound bar solution for your needs.
Also, depending on the types of features you're looking for, such as simulated surround sound that uses object based sound reflections, would also need to be addressed.
If you would like to go over any of the sound bars we carry, or ask questions about what would work best for you, feel free to get in touch! We are always happy to help!
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
This was great to listen and to watch. Im thinking of the JBL 9.1 what do you think ?
Excellent choice!
Hi!
Im looking for soraund sound from the sound bar and subwoafer for a samsung TV (QE65Q70R QLED)?
I dont know how to choose, please help!
Lookup crutchfield online, navigate to Samsung soundbars, edit search with x.x sound, and get the most expensive you feel comfortable spending(the more you spend, the more you get, there is no upgrades for these if it’s not loud or clear enough, sorry, buy again) (it’s better to have too much than not enough) , take your time to setup it when you get it home (take time in the beginning, and more enjoyment, slap it together quickly and it could be bad) (proper speaker setup is important for sound, look at water and how it flows, a river flowing smoothly is calm and easy and enjoyable, rapids is rough and noisy, not so relaxing)
John Simun lol k
Very good information about the selection of soundbar .
Thanks friend, for a nice explaination
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My Vizio sound bar the volume keep's cranking up buy it's self all the time what's up with that?????
Thank you 🙏
You're welcome! Glad this helped. Let us know if there is anything else we can do to help
Wow, so helpful and informative!
What I don't understand is: what's the difference between plugging your soundbar in hdmi or in optical?
Hi!
HDMI can pass higher-resolution audio, including the formats found on Blu-ray: Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio. These formats can't get transmitted across optical.
Hope this helps!
Feel free to chat with us online or by phone if you'd like to look into adding a sound bar! We will be happy to help. www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
My Samsung TV doesn't have ARC, only HDMi inputs (x3). My LG SL6Y soundbar is connected via the optical out on the TV. My question is how can I take advantage of the higher fidelity sound from my Playstation 4 without ARC.
I have HDMi inputs (x2) on the bar itself and HDMi output labelled TV ARC out.
Which one is better performance wise.... Sony hts 500rf or Jbl 3.1 Soundbar. Confused between these two.
We did not carry the HT-S500RF sound bar, we would not be able to offer guidance nor recommendation on that particular product, in comparison to the JBL 3.1.
If you would like a personalized recommendation on a sound bar that would work great for you, feel free to get in touch. We will be happy to help.
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nice review👍
Excellent
I don't think older TVs have ARC, or Dolby Atmos compatibility, so wouldn't that also be something to factor into your choice?
Yes, we'd want to be sure you have the inputs and options you need for your exact setup.
Nice video…very helpful!
As far as wireless rear speakers...Do you have to buy the exact same brand of the soundbar or is it pretty universal on which pair you can connect wirelessly?
The wireless speakers are almost always proprietary. The only open platform where you can mix and match brands is DTS Play-Fi.
Thank you so much 😊
Very informative. Thanks
Thanks for the feedback, glad we could help!
That Bose remote looks funny af.4 total buttons on a huge empty space
There’s buttons on the whole thing, it lights up
Thank you
You're welcome! :)
Sound bars seem to be for home theatre. For music, what do you need?
Sound bars do have multiuse capabilities, as most sound bars of today have Bluetooth and WiFi for audio streaming.
However, if you're looking for a dedicated stereo setup for audio only, a set of speakers, and a receiver or amp would be the route to take!
Please chat with us online or by phone. We will be happy to go over your specific needs in an audio system, and provide you with a solid recommendation on the products that will work best for you!
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc164/contact
Your website loads slow, and the product page doesn't load the products at all.
Hi. Are you still having problems with the website loading slowly?
How do we get the sound from the TV with the Bluetooth headphones connected? We just bought a Sony Bravia X80J Smart TV with a pair of headphones for my friend who is hard of hearing. However, once his headphones are connected, no one else can hear the TV. How can we fix that?
Ah yes, with most tv's you can only hear the tv audio on one output at a time: bluetooth headphones OR the tv speakers. :/ Here's a solution that offers simultaneous listening between the tv and the headphones and great sound quality! www.crutchfield.com/I-rFBKc384/p_143RS1752/Sennheiser-RS-175.html?tp=68382
Very informative.
Can you suggest one $500ish for music listening in Hifi or near hifi
Soundbars are not typically used for HiFi listening because they have both the left and right channel audio built into on speaker which does not allow for the ideal spacing between speakers and the listener. That is crucial for experiencing all the detail in music like the sound staging of it and the depth of field in it. Getting a wide soundbar can help and the Denon DHTS517 even has audio inputs for connecting music devices. It can be found here:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_033DHTS517/item.html
@@crutchfield thank you for your quick reply
You're welcome! Let us know when we can help again
Well explained , but finding and having deliver is the problem .. do you sell in Montréal Canada
We do have some soundbars that we can ship to Canadian addresses and you can find them here:
www.crutchfield.ca/I-rYTVc227/g_316150/Sound-Bars.html
With soundbars, is there a point where you start getting a decent deminish on return on investment? In other words, is there a point where you can't hear much of a difference in improvement?
The answer to that question would really be dependent on your personal space, the type of quality you're looking for in a new sound bar, and any expandability needs you may have.
Please feel free to chat with us online or by phone. We will be happy to go over this with you, and assist you with finding the best sound bar setup for your needs!
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I am planning to buy jbl 5.1 detachable surround speakers soundbar. Question is can i rely on wireless battery powered speakers? Am i gonna facerany issue after 3 years? Should I go for it?
In my experience the JBL 5.1 bar is a solid product that performs well. I would keep your wireless router 20-30 feet away from the system to minimize any interference.
You don't seem to address my question. Can you hook up a sound bar to a regular turntable that came out in the 80s? I just need to hook up my turntable. Thanks.
It is possible to connect a turntable to a soundbar with an analog audio input by installing a phono preamp in between them. The turntable will send audio to the phono preamp. The phono preamp will increase that audio to preamp level so it can then be sent to the analog audio input on the soundbar. The phono preamps we offer can be found here:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/g_50500/Phono-Preamps.html
Thanks for the great video!
Thanks taking the time to make a really good video
Which soundbar has more bass with subwoofer included ? jbl new 2020 5.1 surround bar or harmon kardon enchant 1300
We have the Jbl Bar 5.1 and have never had the volume and bass turned up full it literally shakes the house like crazy. the bass is great and also very refined. harman makes JBL anyway.
hi there. would you consider Samsung HW-Q90R Harman Kardon Cinematic soundbar with Dolby Atmos as the best in its class? im thinking either the Hw-Q9OR or the Bose 700 with subwoofer.
If Dolby Atmos is what you are after, the Samsung is among some of the best (not named Sennheiser)
@@crutchfield Thank you so much
I am struggling to choose ...the q70r,80r or the k950!! ?? Which one???
@@prisonss go have a listen and decide for yourself. Only you know can decide going to work out for you. If it helps, Q70R wall mounted in a small room is plenty and works well enough - for me. You might have a completely different idea about what sounds good.
Thank you sir
Thank you it helped
.....Anyone, is H.H. SCOTT a decent or good/great brand or low level? I am starting to like this POLK I was given for free as in the soundbar however sounds great already I want more as in least MORE bass so has a sync button maybe I should locate a sub by Polk as any of the subs by Polk will sync to any of the Polk soundbars with sync or do they need to be of sdame model? What tech is POLK using for the SYNC anyway, is it some sort-OF POLK -proprietary technology- or is it something more 'universal like wifi or some type of NFC or even 2.4/'5xxghz bands?.... HMM.... Anyone with a brain out here with me?...
I Wear hearing aids...which is best bar with higher voice quality
We offer a few different soundbars with multiple design aspects all linked to enhancing and producing easier to hear voicing in the audio. I recommend contacting an advisor to discuss this as well, other abilities you want, and the gear it will be used with to get a personal recommendation on the best for you. Here's how to reach us for this help:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx