You are by a good stretch my favorite soundbar reviewer! I always get smiles from your style and delivery. Great reviews too. I would subscribe twice to help you...but...you know...too lazy to create a 2nd TH-cam channel.
I was excited about the addition of AirPlay 2, but since purchasing I've realized that the inidividual rear speakers do not support AirPlay on their own. You can't really use them as a wireless AirPlay 2 speaker unless you are playing the same music in the other room on the soundbar obliviously unaware of how loud it is.
Great review I feel Yamaha is a day late to come to come out with a sound bar like this it's a nice sound bar but there are a lot cheaper options out there I just recently purchased one of the new LG sound bars S80QY a 3.13 and LG threw in the rear surrounds for free $$$$ so it's a 5.1.3 and it's got Dolby Atmos, DTS X and IMAX enhanced 🤩🤩 with the rear surrounds it becomes a 7.1 powerhouse with a booming base for less than $500.00 I could not be happier 🎉
Which is best for movie mode setting 1 ideal sound for characteristics design by yamaha or setting 2 sound characteristics for dolby atmos decoder thanks .
very nice and detailed review. subscribed. I m considering the Yamahas for its musicality. but i m torned btw the yamahas and samsung q990c as in my region, the samsung q990c full set is cheaper than a yamaha 50A with sub only (no surround speakers 1A)
I bought the Yamaha YAS 109 from Costco and I have been impressed. It’s not a bad soundbar for the price. Do you think this soundbar is worth the upgrade? If you had $500 would you buy this soundbar or something else?
Great review, I get the feeling this is definitely middle of the road and has the potential to be a really good system but its a fair way off the mark but good value for the money. I would like to see Yamaha produce a top of the line, cost extreme soundbar system, like take the Nakamichi Dragon as a base and fix the failings of this system and improve them. For instance, I much prefer the battery powered Yamaha rears as I don't have the spare power sockets to plug two rear speakers in and even if someone does, often connecting power cables to rear speakers to near couch placement in open design concept lounges is not only a painful eyesore, they are potential trip hazards.
The Yamaha seems to be a good one for music, but just fine for everything else. The Samsung ones are cheaper and better, while the Single soundbar solutions are inferior on their own, but way superior with their accessories (at a higher cost of course). I’d love to see the more traditional brands apart from Klipsch really delivering on the Soundbar front. The Polk bars seem fine for their price but can’t attack Sonos, Bose, Samsung, Sennheiser and the Dragon at all. The mentioned traditional brands need to realize, that being „fine“ isn’t going to really push them in the soundbar market forward.
I might revise “fine” up a smidge on the cinema front … but I see this as appealing to those that oppose Samsung’s hegemony. Otherwise it’s a difficult calculation
Hi, understand the soundbar come with internal subwoofer, is the bass strong enough to push away the external subwoofer and in terms of music is it good enough to be on par with big player like Bose 900 or Sonos Arc?
Do you know if the surround speakers would connect with other Yamaha soundbar systems? I currently have YSP-2700 soundbar & sub. Always wanted rear speakers but not paying crazy prices for the MusicCast 50 or 20s.
It’s closer than it should be but the Yamaha an inferior bar and sub. I think the Yamaha surrounds might be better. I like both. Bose bar is quite good it’s just kind of fallen behind the flagships in meat and presence … it’s a very clean sound
Thanks for mentioning the Sennheiser surround speakers problem😆. Still wondering if they will release those. Kind of beats the purpose of the whole "Ambeo" gimmick.
It's interesting that people keep comparing this to higher end models of competitors. Also kinda dumb how they made the 2 movie modes like a cheat code. Why not just set 2 movie modes? Even Movie 1 and Movie 2 would have been more obvious to more people.
So divorced working 2 jobs.. saved a grand for soundbar.. this, Klipsch 1200, panorama 3.. Polk 7.1.. ??? That no one reviews but on sale for 629.. or open box new Samsung HW. Q990B?? So whatever is the answer for a 12 bye 20 foot room.. or another one that's starts with a s or b😂... Dear Abby need help..
Its unfortunate Yamaha has abndoned their flasghip soundbar market, they were supposed to make next big thing after YSP5600 , I was desperately waiting to upgrade from this. but TreuX A50 is No No now.
@@neverenoughtech $300 just for rears on middling system...I'd still buy a Samsung and just live with the hate...its a better system anyway...but if you wanna waste money then here you go
HE “doubled hokey stick” YEA! You don’t need a college fund, let him listen to movies for 4 years and you will get a better education than the world could ever dream of!
@@neverenoughtech very. I'm kind of tired of everything Samsung but they just give you huge discounts if you have an edu email, great trade-ins on phones. Just the soundbar edu discount is $799.99, and you can pick up at best buy the same day. Obliterates competition. I just can't with the tiny sub, not happy with anything on the market other than the dragon, but that's too expensive and unbuyable today.
@@neverenoughtech by the way! I know you want the dragon for review, and I definitely would love to see that review. Their website says Available in: 02D 20H 11M 37 S (PST) Whenever you check it out the wait will be less 😂
Well so is this Yamamha system - I specifically call out Bose Ultra because I think they (and customers) sees Bose as competitors to Samsung and Sonos flagship systems -- I don’t sense Yamaha nor customers believe that to be true - it’s initial price is well below these competitors price where Bose is not (for the full system) - my major league roster is pretty small
As a new owner of this Soundbar Yamaha True X Bar 50A Set I have to say that I am very disappointed. The sound has no higher frequencies, just midtones and there is no possibility to set anything, even in the App (except to surround and subwoofer volume). 🤨 Just subwoofer works fine. Low frequencies are natural and powerful. My LG G3 has better sound than this soundbar... This is my experience, which I paid for €1000... 😵💫 Not a good job, Yamaha. Unfortunately, I have to say that this review is not honest.
@@neverenoughtech I bought this set because I saw several reviews of different soundbars on TH-cam. I already had a very good experience with the Yamaha AV receiver, so I decided to aimed for the same brand. In my opinion, this set is good for people with less demanding musical expression. Is definitely not suitable for listening music. This information was not mentioned in any review.
Hii!!! what do you recommend for music and movies? Yamaha SR-X50A, Samsung HW-Q995GC/ZG, JBL BAR 1300 Or JBL BAR 1000? what is the best sound bar?
You are by a good stretch my favorite soundbar reviewer! I always get smiles from your style and delivery. Great reviews too. I would subscribe twice to help you...but...you know...too lazy to create a 2nd TH-cam channel.
Appreciate the comment - it’s motivating
I was excited about the addition of AirPlay 2, but since purchasing I've realized that the inidividual rear speakers do not support AirPlay on their own. You can't really use them as a wireless AirPlay 2 speaker unless you are playing the same music in the other room on the soundbar obliviously unaware of how loud it is.
Best review I've seen in a while. Thanks! Subbed!
Love the scenes with your son…and the technical info is pretty informative, it seems to come off unbiased in a…judgmentally intriguing way!
Simmer down
Good to see Yamaha again as little is being heard about them in some time.
Yeah they’re chirping a bit
X50A set vs Samsung 990c. Which one is better
Great review I feel Yamaha is a day late to come to come out with a sound bar like this it's a nice sound bar but there are a lot cheaper options out there I just recently purchased one of the new LG sound bars S80QY a 3.13 and LG threw in the rear surrounds for free $$$$ so it's a 5.1.3 and it's got Dolby Atmos, DTS X and IMAX enhanced 🤩🤩 with the rear surrounds it becomes a 7.1 powerhouse with a booming base for less than $500.00 I could not be happier 🎉
Curious to know which system you got?
@@gabehernandez3365 Am giving serious thought to the X50A but it does not include DTS-X which is a downfall to me and is making me wait for now.
Hi,
is the Yamaha True x Bar 50A and the True X Speaker 1A Soundbar System better than the Soundbar LG S95QR ?
Which is best for movie mode setting 1 ideal sound for characteristics design by yamaha or setting 2 sound characteristics for dolby atmos decoder thanks .
very nice and detailed review. subscribed.
I m considering the Yamahas for its musicality.
but i m torned btw the yamahas and samsung q990c as in my region, the samsung q990c full set is cheaper than a yamaha 50A with sub only (no surround speakers 1A)
Don’t be torn, get the C
@@neverenoughtech I took your advice and bit the bullet. I think it was money well spent. It was great thz!
I bought the Yamaha YAS 109 from Costco and I have been impressed. It’s not a bad soundbar for the price. Do you think this soundbar is worth the upgrade? If you had $500 would you buy this soundbar or something else?
comparision with samsung Q990D how was the music and movie sound clarity?
Great review, I get the feeling this is definitely middle of the road and has the potential to be a really good system but its a fair way off the mark but good value for the money. I would like to see Yamaha produce a top of the line, cost extreme soundbar system, like take the Nakamichi Dragon as a base and fix the failings of this system and improve them. For instance, I much prefer the battery powered Yamaha rears as I don't have the spare power sockets to plug two rear speakers in and even if someone does, often connecting power cables to rear speakers to near couch placement in open design concept lounges is not only a painful eyesore, they are potential trip hazards.
The Yamaha seems to be a good one for music, but just fine for everything else. The Samsung ones are cheaper and better, while the Single soundbar solutions are inferior on their own, but way superior with their accessories (at a higher cost of course). I’d love to see the more traditional brands apart from Klipsch really delivering on the Soundbar front. The Polk bars seem fine for their price but can’t attack Sonos, Bose, Samsung, Sennheiser and the Dragon at all. The mentioned traditional brands need to realize, that being „fine“ isn’t going to really push them in the soundbar market forward.
I might revise “fine” up a smidge on the cinema front … but I see this as appealing to those that oppose Samsung’s hegemony. Otherwise it’s a difficult calculation
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Does the bar simulate the rear channels if you don't have the rear speakers connected?
No
What is the difference bar 40A and 50A?
The inclusion of the sub - it’s the same bar
@@neverenoughtech Thanks for explaining the differences. Hope more viewers will subscribe to your channel.👍🏼
Hi, understand the soundbar come with internal subwoofer, is the bass strong enough to push away the external subwoofer and in terms of music is it good enough to be on par with big player like Bose 900 or Sonos Arc?
Do you know if the surround speakers would connect with other Yamaha soundbar systems? I currently have YSP-2700 soundbar & sub. Always wanted rear speakers but not paying crazy prices for the MusicCast 50 or 20s.
I don’t believe so … only to the new true brand bars
Hey never enough tech how does yamaha true x50a compare to the bose ultra soundbar with surrounds & sub
It’s closer than it should be but the Yamaha an inferior bar and sub. I think the Yamaha surrounds might be better. I like both. Bose bar is quite good it’s just kind of fallen behind the flagships in meat and presence … it’s a very clean sound
What u think about the new tcl q85h soundbar at ces as compared to samsung q990c and is the q990c better than bose
This, or yamaha ysp 5600?
Thanks for mentioning the Sennheiser surround speakers problem😆. Still wondering if they will release those. Kind of beats the purpose of the whole "Ambeo" gimmick.
I’m always happy to mention how Sennheiser is not living up to their potential
This one vs Polk magnifi max as sr
Which one would you choose ?
Polk
How u compare it to the klipsch flexus core 200 ?
I’d take Klipsch
@@neverenoughtech it looks classy but am seeing some bad reviews on Best Buy but I know some people are picky ab the volume and the subwoofer
It's interesting that people keep comparing this to higher end models of competitors.
Also kinda dumb how they made the 2 movie modes like a cheat code. Why not just set 2 movie modes? Even Movie 1 and Movie 2 would have been more obvious to more people.
'It's very satisfying in a nihilistic sort of way' 😄
Still no DTS support. No go for that reason.
Final answer?
That’s exactly how I feel. Samsung is still a front runner in my search for this reason.
So divorced working 2 jobs.. saved a grand for soundbar.. this, Klipsch 1200, panorama 3.. Polk 7.1.. ??? That no one reviews but on sale for 629.. or open box new Samsung HW. Q990B?? So whatever is the answer for a 12 bye 20 foot room.. or another one that's starts with a s or b😂... Dear Abby need help..
No DTS is a bloody joke boys! Let’s get mid-evil on their azz! NeverEnoughTech!
@@neverenoughtech yes.
is this bar better than JBL 1300X?
Great question
Its unfortunate Yamaha has abndoned their flasghip soundbar market, they were supposed to make next big thing after YSP5600 , I was desperately waiting to upgrade from this. but TreuX A50 is No No now.
4.1.2 is a tragedy for a flagship soundbar system in 2023
I’m thinking more head scratching but if you feel we need to skip straight to tragedy we can do that too
Can't understand that most Yamaha. JBL, and Polk have no treble adjustment.
Released 5 mins ago? You really have connections out there.
I don’t - just fortunate on this one
I still don't get this, I bought the Q930b for under £500, what's the point of this system?
It makes more sense if you hate Samsung. Which some people do.
@@neverenoughtech $300 just for rears on middling system...I'd still buy a Samsung and just live with the hate...its a better system anyway...but if you wanna waste money then here you go
HE “doubled hokey stick” YEA! You don’t need a college fund, let him listen to movies for 4 years and you will get a better education than the world could ever dream of!
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Hahaha I'm not kidding. I can get the q990c for $800 before tax on Samsung website with student discount.
Samsung makes things difficult for competitors
@@neverenoughtech very. I'm kind of tired of everything Samsung but they just give you huge discounts if you have an edu email, great trade-ins on phones. Just the soundbar edu discount is $799.99, and you can pick up at best buy the same day. Obliterates competition. I just can't with the tiny sub, not happy with anything on the market other than the dragon, but that's too expensive and unbuyable today.
@@neverenoughtech by the way! I know you want the dragon for review, and I definitely would love to see that review. Their website says Available in:
02D 20H 11M 37 S (PST)
Whenever you check it out the wait will be less 😂
I pre-ordered in the second round. They need to send it to me … supposed to get it in october
Last week I bought a Q990B brand new with a 2 year warranty for $670.
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I’m surprised you said the Bose ultra is better considering your classification of Bose as minor league.
Well so is this Yamamha system - I specifically call out Bose Ultra because I think they (and customers) sees Bose as competitors to Samsung and Sonos flagship systems -- I don’t sense Yamaha nor customers believe that to be true - it’s initial price is well below these competitors price where Bose is not (for the full system) - my major league roster is pretty small
@@neverenoughtech good explanation- love the channel since Day 1.
As a new owner of this Soundbar Yamaha True X Bar 50A Set I have to say that I am very disappointed.
The sound has no higher frequencies, just midtones and there is no possibility to set anything, even in the App (except to surround and subwoofer volume). 🤨
Just subwoofer works fine. Low frequencies are natural and powerful. My LG G3 has better sound than this soundbar... This is my experience, which I paid for €1000... 😵💫
Not a good job, Yamaha. Unfortunately, I have to say that this review is not honest.
The reviewer had a different experience … or should I call your comment dishonest because it differs from my evaluation?
@@neverenoughtech I bought this set because I saw several reviews of different soundbars on TH-cam. I already had a very good experience with the Yamaha AV receiver, so I decided to aimed for the same brand.
In my opinion, this set is good for people with less demanding musical expression. Is definitely not suitable for listening music. This information was not mentioned in any review.