Best Dolby Atmos Soundbars of 2021: Which is King?

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  • It's the battle of the newest Dolby Atmos soundbars out there! The Sonos Arc system, Samsung HW-Q950A, Bose Soundbar 900 system, Sony HT-A7000 system, and the Klipsch Cinema 1200. Which is the best and most worth it?
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    ★Individual Reviews★
    Sony HT-A7000: • Sony HT-A7000 Soundbar...
    Bose Soundbar 900: • Bose Smart Soundbar 90...
    Samsung HW-Q950A: • Samsung Q950A Soundbar...
    Sonos Arc System: • Full Sonos Arc Surroun...
    Klipsch Cinema 1200: • Klipsch Cinema 1200 Do...
    Corrections:
    1. Samsung HW-Q950A does NOT support Chromecast.
    2. Bose Smart Soundbar 900 is adding Chromecast support in January of 2022.
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    Chapters
    00:00 Intro
    01:27 Design
    06:26 Displays
    07:41 HDMI ARC and IO
    10:36 Setup Process
    15:07 Controls and Apps
    15:56 Audio Codec Support
    17:21 Surround Sound Quality
    25:10 Music Sound Quality
    29:47 Rankings
    35:40 Outro
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  • @JonahMatthes
    @JonahMatthes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Hope you enjoyed the video! Links to all of the products in this video are in the description!
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    ★Individual Reviews★
    Sony HT-A7000: COMING SOON (SUBSCRIBE)
    Bose Soundbar 900: COMING SOON (SUBSCRIBE)
    Samsung HW-Q950A: th-cam.com/video/nY6zEo8pGg0/w-d-xo.html
    Sonos Arc System: th-cam.com/video/hSb_C48ZuR0/w-d-xo.html
    Klipsch Cinema 1200: th-cam.com/video/zInNA-zZDYA/w-d-xo.html

    • @jatinder156
      @jatinder156 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome! Great video and I was waiting for it. I even commented earlier that Q950a will be among the Top 3. Bought it a month ago in just $1000. Thanks!

    • @andrrrv3
      @andrrrv3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Best number one ? 2021

    • @knunn5171
      @knunn5171 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Can you review the 300$ onn 5.1.2 vs higher priced systems? I guess because the name it never gets put in these comparisons but i think it punches way above the price tag.

    • @aalex408
      @aalex408 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great information. Thanks. Btw where can I by the way where can I get some of those light saber lights?

    • @shawng4886
      @shawng4886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@knunn5171 I currently have the Vizio 5.1.2 Atmos that I picked up for $300 and I’ve been amazed by it! Punches WAY above its price!

  • @shakti.rathore
    @shakti.rathore 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Your audio knowledge is almost professional level! Hats off for the detailed discription, this has been almost the best soundbar review yet

  • @coryturner9140
    @coryturner9140 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love my Bose 900 soundbar and 700 subwoofer setup

  • @ipwnulovme
    @ipwnulovme 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    My guy!! The video to end all Soundbar review videos. Amazing stuff here! Anyone should feel comfortable purchasing a Soundbar after watching this. Phenomenal video

  • @RK-jp4xe
    @RK-jp4xe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I ended up doing the q900a soundbar with the 2.0.2 rear speakers and saved $300 on an already great deal. It sounds amazing and so immersive with the right content. Very happy with my choice. Thanks for the video!!

  • @jeankong
    @jeankong 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I agree the Sony HT-A7000 is ELITE and the best system out now

  • @woofinu
    @woofinu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great overview and helpful summary. Thank you. I just watched both your 2020 and 2021 lists. As an aside, I really like the room improvements you've made, especially the white cabinet under the TV.

  • @itree4
    @itree4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My wife just bought the Samsung Q850a for $680 yesterday. Comes with the sub and the rear speakers. I was trying to tell her to get the jbl 9.1. After setup and testing, I'm glad she bought what she did. John Wick part 3....the sound of the rain and glass breaking was absolutely incredible. Sound bars have come along way since the one i bought 6-7 years ago.

  • @latijnfreak
    @latijnfreak 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you so much for this amazing review. I recognize the hours and hours it must have taken to make it. You've really helped me purchase the one that I now own: the Sonos Arc with 2 Symfonisk speakers functioning as surrounds. For movies it sounds amazing. So immersive. It's unbelievable how deep the bass of just the Arc goes without the sub. For music the Samasung sounded cleaner, but I like a bit of oompf in my sound! Coming from a samsung Hw-650 ms, this is a big step up in experiencing movies! Thanks again!

  • @biffy7
    @biffy7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excellent work. I like how you structured the review. It’s funny, some of the manufacturers went so far down the field, then dropped the ball on the 5 yard line.

  • @dankelley9361
    @dankelley9361 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Jonah for your excellent review of these surround systems. I love your detailed review & like that you got into codecs.

  • @eldelcable2003
    @eldelcable2003 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The best review I've seen looking for soundbars info... I only missed the Sennheiser Ambeo review in this ranking :) Thanks for the video

    • @cj18cinema
      @cj18cinema 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      i test the sony and ambeo 😂 ambeo by far is out from this world imagine if sony was the winner here 😭😭😭

  • @BigWiLL101
    @BigWiLL101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video , very detailed information about all soundbar, I gat the bose 900 with the woofer for $1820 at Best Buy last week . Great sound . The Dolby Atmos is 🔥🔥🔥 . The best soundbar video I’ve seen on TH-cam.

  • @krishnannallappa46
    @krishnannallappa46 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great Comparisons.... Thanks for your efforts ! Waiting for Ht-A9 review too 😀

  • @Egofileo1
    @Egofileo1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for this HUGE effort for publishing such a detailed and great video. Really appreciate. Mega thumb up !

  • @MikeInteligenciaFinanciera
    @MikeInteligenciaFinanciera 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, appreciate your time and effort to put this all together!

  • @davidgodal98
    @davidgodal98 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Jonah!
    As always you provide us with the most indepth soundbar reviews/comparisons, really appreciate it!
    I have one soundbar setup that i can barely find any good information about, it is the Harman Kardon citation soundbar with citation Sub. Is that a setup u would consider reviewing in the future or do you purely plan of reviewing Atmos capable soundbars? :)
    Thanks in advance and keep up the good work!

  • @leerothman7570
    @leerothman7570 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been there done that trying to find the ultimate sound bar. Ended up getting the finest answer to top notch sound quality. The Klipsch "The Fives" which are 2 bookshelf style and self powered speakers when coupled with their subwoofer blow ALL the speaker systems you've tested away. More HiFi quality and what surprised me most of all is their imaging is unreal. I've found NO reason for the surround it's THAT good. So glad I finally found a no compromise sound quality generator for my big screen. Makes watching movies like you're at the theater.

  • @cliffordcowie93
    @cliffordcowie93 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have the Samsung Q900A dolby atmos bar i added rear speakers and it is amazing,sound is terrific,plenty good enough for me,feels like i,m in the middle of the action.

  • @Ken-vl4wk
    @Ken-vl4wk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have a Samsung Q950A. It is amazing. Zero issues. Highly recommended.

  • @camerontait9132
    @camerontait9132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this great review, I’m cross shopping the Sony and Sonos and this has helped a lot.

  • @LalosSaw
    @LalosSaw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your videos and since I'm in the market for a soundbar you have cleared it out for me, thank you

  • @capracutreiiezi
    @capracutreiiezi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I really like your vids man, thanks for the quality reviews, they are really helpful! I've just got my Samsung Q950A on the Romania's BF, for only 795$...at this price, my choice was a no-brainer. Coming from only the tv speaker, its a HUGE upgrade, it enhances the movie/tv experience by a lot and this system is, in my opinion, an absolute beast for a ~30m² living room!

    • @sharky9056
      @sharky9056 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Si eu de pe altex cu cod de 10% reducere. Nu inteleg dc e asa de ieftin la noi.

    • @capracutreiiezi
      @capracutreiiezi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sharky9056 Intr-adevar si eu m-am mirat cand am vazut pretul de la noi, chiar verificasem mai atent sa nu fie alta versiune, poate mai slaba. Anyways, probabil asta e de fapt pretul real dar cum la noi nu e cerere mare de sounbar-uri, nu pun adaos mare. La produsul asta, putem sa vedem cat castiga in realitate intermediarii...
      Folosesti stative pe sateliti?

  • @GlennThoughts
    @GlennThoughts 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just want to comment here and say your video is amazing and it deserves more views, as well as you deserve more subs. I cannot even imagine how many hours you spent planning and creating this video. Thank you.

  • @luvtechLynn
    @luvtechLynn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review! Thanks for your hard work in all your reviews. Somehow my comment disappeared! I chose the Bose 900, sub, and surrounds…very happy with it!

  • @pyaephyoaung3611
    @pyaephyoaung3611 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's insane review. I have never seen a video like this yet. Bravo!!!

  • @StarShine-Ranch
    @StarShine-Ranch ปีที่แล้ว

    71-year-old lady here. I dunno, guess I'm just cheap. Took my 1980's stereo setup and hooked everything together through the receiver. Big flat screen TV, big stereo speakers, VCR, DVD, laptop w/ output to TV. Got rid of satellite dish. Watch TH-cam exclusively. Only "new" components were 2010 TV & laptop, DSL internet. Works great!

  • @jermainepearson6835
    @jermainepearson6835 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm looking at a surround sound system myself when I heard that Sony 7000 in Best Buy I actually turned around to look for whatever was producing sound beside me, that system sounds really good and I will probably more than likely end up buying this setup. When I went to the Sono Arc demo I think it had potential to sound really good and I wanted it to sound pretty good, but that Sony was on a whole new level

    • @GCharlesE
      @GCharlesE 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      What did you end up deciding? I just got the A7000 with RS5 rears hooked up to my 77"A80K. I think it's just fantastic!

  • @cutepraveen
    @cutepraveen 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video tbh haven’t seen a detailed one yet like this one.. helped me make my purchase this holiday. I hope to see many more great videos in future.

  • @1881Gordon
    @1881Gordon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Make no mistake. This is a beautifully put together Video. What a huge, impressive body of work. Excellent upload!

  • @Libby_-zo8hm
    @Libby_-zo8hm 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job on this very informative video! Lots of aspects covered- I know this took awhile to put together! Thanks!!

  • @seanbendavid996
    @seanbendavid996 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job Jonah. Your review will definitely help me in my purchase of a soundbar.

  • @samlocoaa1726
    @samlocoaa1726 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have both sonos surround and bose surround, and I have got to say the sonos is nothing but a monster the sound just gives natural chills

  • @David_Palka
    @David_Palka 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have an older Samsung soundbar with front display and to be honest I see the main reason for the upper display only for the reason of handling manually with buttons. Because with ARC usage, volume settings are displayed directly on the screen.

  • @forjoseph8883
    @forjoseph8883 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative. Great help to those planning to buy/upgrade audio system.

  • @cmel7284
    @cmel7284 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    great reviews. You really should be doing this for some major advertising company or something, you are that well rounded and totally believable!!

  • @anthonybruno1909
    @anthonybruno1909 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video :) thank you so so much for your time and research in this very detailed and entertaining review and comparisons video

  • @srinathnathan
    @srinathnathan 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great Video - Thanks a ton for spending the time and money in reviewing all systems - my favorite part
    is where you rank all the products with clear why.

  • @rontronnesjr
    @rontronnesjr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Jonah - thanks for investing the time and money to do this review.
    I just bought the LG OLED C1 77" and went to upgrade my soundbar from the Boston Acoustics TVEE30 to something more immersing.
    I read online reviews and was almost set on the Sonos or Bose, but then I see your review and now have to revisit my research lol
    Looking forward to your other individual reviews.
    Thanks again.

    • @Leechinyu1222
      @Leechinyu1222 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I literally just bought LG C1 77” today and immediately bought Sony hta7000 because of this video.

    • @andrewholt5659
      @andrewholt5659 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Leechinyu1222 I bought the Sonos with my LG C1 and it is fantastic.

  • @paulmcnally5722
    @paulmcnally5722 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great comparison, lots of work done I'm sure. Thanks!

  • @lanemiddleton9
    @lanemiddleton9 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    For a single chassis soundbar that sounds fabulous it’s hard to top the harmonic richness and beautiful musical tonality of the B&O Stage . . . Happy listening 👂🏼 👂🏼

  • @SamCochran7
    @SamCochran7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was very helpful. Would love a full video from you on Digital+ vs TrueHD vs DTS etc.

    • @JonahMatthes
      @JonahMatthes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Definitely doing a video on this in the future!

  • @IamWhoIam2023
    @IamWhoIam2023 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video and details 👍
    I've just bought the Sony ST-9 soundbar. Can't wait to test it

  • @ernestojaimes9562
    @ernestojaimes9562 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude you did an awesome job with all of the sound bar systems. I personally went with the Sammy, for me the overall price/sound won it. I was impressed by how it handle the Atmos sound. (I have a Dachshund dog by the way) 😂.

  • @simontompkins301
    @simontompkins301 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    One of the best reviews I've ever seen. No pointless unboxing or waffle. So well written/spoken- succinct, every comment worthwhile and although as you say listening is subjective you are so clear about the differences that it really helps you decide which one to get. May I ask, if you don't already, to compare the Sony with an AVR and speaker setup. Also if Sony, Sonos, Bose, Samsung and and Klipsch watch this please send this chap free demo hardware in future as he's a great reviwer and deserves support. Thank you and bravo.

  • @njnow2000
    @njnow2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Many thanks for the information it is very implemented and very detailed, indeed a hard work.

  • @augustodesanzo9419
    @augustodesanzo9419 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey! Discovered your channel recently and I am very thankful for all the great content you upload :)
    Just a quick question: I noticed that you never include the Harman Kardon Multibeam in your reviews. Is it because it's not good? I've been considering it as an option, but since you never mentioned it it's making me doubt if forgetting myself about buying it.
    Cheers!

  • @ryan74701
    @ryan74701 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    the Q950a is crazy good, I like it more than my AV system in my main room.

  • @juanvalera7272
    @juanvalera7272 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good video and review as always.

  • @Tpike777
    @Tpike777 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the hard work going thru all these systems! Got the Sony soundbar standalone for $400 CAD today from a guy at work. It's def hot, he flips storage units and found it in one completely unopened! Can't believe I got such a wicked deal on a flagship device. I've never owned such a premium unit to deliver sound, cannot WAIT to set it up tonight and see what it can do. Currently waiting for a sale on the cheaper subwoofer to pair with it!

  • @richsmart321
    @richsmart321 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    brilliant review - enjoyed this very much & your episode specifically on the Bose system. 1 question however, how important are the wireless speakers for decent surround sound? Will I get the surround sound experience I crave with just the soundbar & subwoofer? Im currently only using my TV speaker

  • @alexeio627
    @alexeio627 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for the fantastic review! In the morning I had zero idea about what I wanted to do other than doing something :). Your analysis gave me direction and zeroed in on good choices to start. Thank you, thank you!

  • @valopy9242
    @valopy9242 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow... awesome video. Thank you for such a detailed breakdown...

  • @tombe1412
    @tombe1412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    This is a great video. I can imagine it was pretty hard to make and taking up more than 100 hours. There’s a ton of information and data to be covered. You did a great job! 👌🏼I finally made my decision based on your video. It’s gonna be the Samsung.

  • @BCappOfficial
    @BCappOfficial 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I own the Bose 900 and 700 woofer. I can say that it sounds really great. There is a TON of sound. It’s very clean and the base is incredible with the 700. I am big on (consistency) so I would rather everything sound comparable rather then just movies being the thing that it’s good for. I don’t want to often change settings every time I watch or listen to something different, That is a pain to do. If your someone who wants big sound in a more compact design. Listens to music and movies then this is a great buy for you. I’ve never heard the rears with this system but I can agree that the price tag is a turn off so hopefully they improve or go on sale lol. Very nice job on this review, Although I disagree personally with this being ranked so low I appreciate all your work and research. Good stuff

    • @michaelobgy
      @michaelobgy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for analysis! I m in a huge dilemma myself Sonos arc or Bose 900 plus subs on both of them???? I already own a B&w A7 🤩

    • @vandanamol1
      @vandanamol1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m having bose soundbar 700 , bass module 700 and virtual surround speakers, i must say 700 soundbar is more powerful as compared to 900 soundbar. So I don’t find 900 a worth upgrade.

    • @greg6162
      @greg6162 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@vandanamol1 What do you mean it’s not worth upgrading… it’s got Atmos?!
      Edit: What do you mean is so much more powerful??? Are you even real…

    • @keeldat
      @keeldat ปีที่แล้ว

      I just bought the 900. I paired it with my existing bose bass module 300 and bose virtually invisible 300 surrounds. The 900 completely blows my old 300 soundbar away and it sounds great with the old subs and surrounds. In fact, I've read that the base modules for the 300 and 700 series was just a branding change.

    • @ponchoskunk420
      @ponchoskunk420 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@greg6162this is late. The 700 supports DTS audio codec. The 900 does not. It will convert DTS signals to LPCM stereo. If you watch Blu-Rays, it is a very noticeable drop in surround quality on the 900.

  • @nicholasashmead2839
    @nicholasashmead2839 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Man, what a detailed breakdown. Love that Sonos design, but it could use the brushed metal of the Bose or the wood case like the Kipsch. Big fan of the break down on the Sony specs. Appreciate the help this Christmas!

  • @leftwinger764
    @leftwinger764 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Jonah, this is by far the most informative high quality soundbar comparison content on you-tube. In every aspect. It’s for me a top notch buyers-guide. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!!

  • @alexeio627
    @alexeio627 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jonah, you saved me a ton of time and wondering. I really appreciate it! Thanks!

  • @allanblyth6150
    @allanblyth6150 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are really good, informative and not annoying. Thanks for that. Could you please recommend a budget/mid priced soundbar for my father who is hard of hearing? He just watches Freeview channels and not all of them have subtitles. Unfortunately many high end sound bars are great for Atmos movies but they seem to struggle with basic stereo mid-range. I would appreciate your opinion. Thanks so much Jonah

  • @tylertrice1911
    @tylertrice1911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I own the Samsung 950 and its un real how good it sounds. Rewatched LOTR cave troll fight scene and it was like being in the fight. The best. However, its draw back is that you cant adjust everything on the optional app. But, once you do have it set, you shouldnt need to get back in there to tweak again

  • @davidgodal98
    @davidgodal98 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man this video is sick! Thank you for putting this together!
    Any plans on reviewing the HT-A5000 with the SW3 sub in the future? 😎

  • @bosun9164
    @bosun9164 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks buddy, definitely see you have worked hard for this video, well deserve a like!

  • @canadianelementsautodetailing
    @canadianelementsautodetailing 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have never seen your channel before the information you gave me in here is very helpful thank you very much I liked and subscribed to your channel based on seeing this video I’m going to Best Buy to do some testing and I’m going to look at the sony

  • @b__lee__
    @b__lee__ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The separate rankings for soundbars on their own and the soundbars with all of their components is super helpful 🙌

  • @graphicbryan
    @graphicbryan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    We really enjoy the Sonos arc system, looking forward to upgrading to dual subs in the future (since that’s now a thing). Lack of upward firing rear isn’t really a problem for us as long as we have the placement of the play:1 speakers that we use at this time, maybe will change them to play 5 in the future. The upgradable features and longevity really is what keeps us going Sonos.

  • @frankdacity9165
    @frankdacity9165 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Crazy work. You're doing an amazing 👏 🙌 job yo. Thank you lol
    I'll watch this 3 more times, and then watch it again. Then Make my decision

  • @brucekent1886
    @brucekent1886 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are you going to do a review of Sony HT-A9 as well? great video btw, very informative. Thanks.

  • @claykeough7898
    @claykeough7898 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the Sony hta 5000 without the sub but rear speakers and after I let the microphones adjust and optimize to my 900sf loft it's blown me away! And I only spent around 1000 for it all. I'm sure the 7000 is definitely better but for my money I'm convinced Sony has a good product here. Definitely night and day after letting the bar adjust to my room with it's built in microphone optimization(takes a few weeks honestly but insanely noticable difference ) AND the new 360 degree update that just came out this month 👍👍👍🔥🔥🔥

  • @rickrweaver
    @rickrweaver 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great info! Which one would provide the clearest voices in movies in a 25 foot high ceiling room? Thanks!

  • @kingkobra1956
    @kingkobra1956 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the Bose 9 with dual subs and the omnis. I enjoyed the video, well done.

  • @kevin8122006
    @kevin8122006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Great video and review! I have the complete Sony HT A7000 setup just like the one you reviewed and I am blown away by it every time. One thing to note is that if you use it in conjunction with a newer Sony OLED TV like my Bravia A80J, you can use the TV as a center channel as well. It makes a great system even better.

    • @morukuser
      @morukuser 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congratulations to your purchase and enjoy it. I'm looking forward to buy this setup in the next year.

    • @jobber1984
      @jobber1984 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the tip. I have a A80J waiting to be unboxed I purchased on Black Friday. Trying to decide want sound system to pair with it.

    • @vandanamol1
      @vandanamol1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jobber1984A9G is much better in pictures quality .

    • @WessGrumble
      @WessGrumble 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Amol David it's also a lot more expensive.

    • @Johnny2Feathers
      @Johnny2Feathers 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Damn Sony for not adding surround on the prior model HTST5000. It’s good overall except for Dolby atmos which they claim works by bouncing sound off the ceiling above but I don’t hear any atmos surround effects. How is the atmos with your complete setup ? I’m seriously considering trying to sell mine to purchase

  • @sonumatrix
    @sonumatrix 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a detailed review. Kudos !!!

  • @davidthanos
    @davidthanos 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have the Samsung 900a. That thing sounds amazing and it's a good bargain, to where you don't have to buy things separate. 2 downsides. The cloth and the display is on top. But the app is good.

    • @mathewserrano2262
      @mathewserrano2262 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Those are the exact reasons I went with a 850a. The cloth wouldn’t last around the toddler and I like to see inputs/settings I’m changing

  • @dave05honduras
    @dave05honduras 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent review and detailed breakdown of features! Liked and subscribed 👌

  • @ichigoofy
    @ichigoofy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video. I had just purchased the Sonos Arc and Gen 3 sub and waiting for delivery, but after your video, I'm cancelling the order and going with the Samsung. The Sonos Arc not having a second hdmi port for me to pass through my google Chromecast with TV is a show sopper. My Vizio M65-D0 only has one hdmi port that supports arc and all the other features, all the other ports on my tv or scaled back.

  • @sdelgeorge7700
    @sdelgeorge7700 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice video! Couple minor tech points ... More accurate to say Dolby TrueHD uses "lossless" compression as it is not "uncompressed" audio (PCM/LPCM is uncompressed). Also DD+ is "lossy" compression (.75 - 1.5 Mbps) with less than 10% of the bit rate of Dolby TrueHD (18 Mbps) - so while DD+ is "one step" below Dolby TrueHD it is a pretty big step.

    • @JonahMatthes
      @JonahMatthes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fair enough. Thanks for the feedback!

  • @TheStarsInHisHead
    @TheStarsInHisHead 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job man. Best wishes from the UK

  • @rajesh3939
    @rajesh3939 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi Jonah..!
    It's really difficult to get these detailed review. Thanks for your effort and really deserve a thumbs up:-)

  • @MrRiffbear1
    @MrRiffbear1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just returned my sonos arc with 2 surrounds and sub as i was having issues with my LGCX. I ended up buying (to try) the LG S95QR Sound Bar and it ended up half the price of the Sonos package. Sure it sounds a little less beefy than the Sonos set up - however after 25 mins I now wouldn't be able to notice the difference! And it has 2 2.0 hdmi ports.. Great for my retro consoles and it has DTS and bluetooth. Best decision I made.

  • @lizbethdane
    @lizbethdane 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, fabulous review and very appreciated

  • @brandonhoover4752
    @brandonhoover4752 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Incredibly comprehensive video!

  • @mitchbeuke6550
    @mitchbeuke6550 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Amazing video here, Jonah! Super thorough and great holiday shopping timing! We must have similar ears and tastes. I've owned both the Sony HT-A7000 with the SW5 sub and rears, as well as the Samsung Q950a setup. After doing a lot of initial research before buying these two units and then 3 weeks of swapping back and forth between them and tuning the sound and comparing them, I've also concluded that the Sony is superior in virtually all categories and I kept the Sony setup and returned the Samsung. The wow factor of the Sony is so surprising from a soundbar, and the sub is amazing. Keep up the great content sir!

  • @whatfreedom7
    @whatfreedom7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have never seen a upward firing subwoofer but that seems like it would be more effect than a down firing sub with a carpeted floor soaking up sound waves. Seems like the sound waves would work better higher off the floor.

  • @FREEDOMFIGHTER1207
    @FREEDOMFIGHTER1207 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    For those of you with the bose 900 setup like myself to get the rears, to be I guess louder is to take 2 thin microfiber towels and slightly wrap the speakers loosely one on the left and one on the right and then recalibrate the system once you do this it forces the rears volume to get higher it worked for me if anyone tries this let me know if it worked my 700 rears are mounted to the ceiling 8 feet high...just trying to help..

    • @cylin3494
      @cylin3494 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      May be you can turn up the rear speaker volume directly in app...try to help

    • @kingkobra1956
      @kingkobra1956 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have the Bose 9 with dual subs and the omnis. When I first hooked up the omnis I could barely hear them but after a few days they opened up and are singing nicely and I have them set at 80%.

    • @polofunk
      @polofunk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have the same setup bose 900 soundbar 700sub 700surround speakers, the setup shakes my home, the surround speakers could be better, but seems like they're getting louder each day, ive read about the micro cloths but i haven't tried it, ive heard bose was coming out with new surround speakers.

  • @yanstube
    @yanstube 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was a GREAT video mate, very informative and very helpful. I enjoyed it and now REALLY want the Sony setup!!! I need to save some £££££ ! Thank you!

  • @andrejivanov6692
    @andrejivanov6692 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you! Very helpful!

  • @Thundermonk99
    @Thundermonk99 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would definitely be interested in a video detailing what soundbars play best with 4k blu ray rips using plex.

  • @borgcube1of292
    @borgcube1of292 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, thank-you. Very comprehensive comparison of the various options. The charts were a nice touch too, giving a good overall comparison.

  • @mariatancu
    @mariatancu 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for mentioning the cloth and cats, we also have them and it does make a difference when choosing:)

  • @Gioxtream
    @Gioxtream 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    THE BEST ONE IS THE NAKAMICHI SHOKEWAFE ULTRA V2 . IT CAME OUT THIS MONTH.
    IS THE KING OF SOUNDBARS. 1000 WATTS. PERIOD. IT ALSO COMES WITH 2 SUBWOFERS.

  • @jeffreylitishin9035
    @jeffreylitishin9035 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Jonah! Would love to see the sony 7000 compared to the A9 since the price with the sub is within a few hundred dollars.

  • @davidsapir3764
    @davidsapir3764 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Happy Thanksgiving! Great review. Every system featured in this video sounds great. But the elephant in the room is that for most people, paying as much for the soundbar system as they did for the tv leaves a very bitter taste in their wallets. I'm definitely one of those people. For only $499 I went with the Vizio 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos soundbar system. Comes with a nice beefy soundbar that has legit upfiring speakers, a sub woofer and two surround speakers. And the sound and immersion experience it delivers is phenomenal for such a reasonable price. Build quality and aesthetics are excellent. I don't feel like I "settled" at all. My tv is a 65" Samsung QN90A and this soundbar system was a perfect fit.

    • @Mr21scott
      @Mr21scott 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's like buying a top-of-the-line steak in a restaurant and then putting ketchup on it. With a side of tater tots.

    • @davidsapir3764
      @davidsapir3764 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      As of 12/14/21 the Vizio M Series 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos soundbar mentioned in my comment was price dropped by a whopping $150 to only $349.99. At this price, it's hands down the single best bang for the buck Dolby Atmos soundbar system available anywhere. And it really does sound effing amazing.

    • @bigbossjc4117
      @bigbossjc4117 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Mr21scott Last time I checked top of the line steaks don’t come with steak sauce that cause as nearly as much as it do, nor do any of the sides🤣🤣. On top of that TVs for two and three grand come with speakers that are worth 200 dollars.

  • @Greenthum6
    @Greenthum6 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I found Q950A customer return for under 800eur last weekend. Some scratches on top of the sub, but otherwise like new. The set sounds great for movies. For music it is ok, but my ears have been ruined by high end studio speakers. However, listening to Adele's "Easy on me" with Q950A was an outstanding experience. I was blown away how well vocals and bass sounded. It may be due to limited amount of instruments present, since any kind of loud music sounds messy (room acoustics may also affect).

  • @thetruth5672
    @thetruth5672 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Jonah. Nice video bro. Thanks a lot for this super amazing video

  • @Rbbrdcky
    @Rbbrdcky 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Jonah! I ended up going with the Samsung Q950a based on your review here. Can't wait to get it!

    • @JonahMatthes
      @JonahMatthes  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Great choice 👍🏼

    • @Rbbrdcky
      @Rbbrdcky 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonahMatthes and fortunately, I don't have any cats 😉

  • @CelestialWolf509
    @CelestialWolf509 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video! You’re the reason I bought the Sony system! I love it, it sounds amazing and it is definitely worth the money. Keep up the great work!

    • @JonStark117
      @JonStark117 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      *I’ve been having the hardest time deciding between Sony and Samsung…😩*

    • @CelestialWolf509
      @CelestialWolf509 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonStark117 you can’t go wrong with the Sony HT A7000, it is more expensive especially if you want to get the sub and the surrounds but it sounds amazing. I would recommend doing a little more research if you’re serious about getting a Sony or Samsung system.

    • @julesjulianjules
      @julesjulianjules 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonStark117 I got the samsung because my TV supports symphony( Tv speakers and soundbar all on and perfectly synced)

  • @johnphelan6458
    @johnphelan6458 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent job!

  • @Ripe666
    @Ripe666 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done, great video all together

  • @justforviews3802
    @justforviews3802 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'd still say the Q900A is absolutely stunning !!

  • @Stephane.French.Catholic.An.33
    @Stephane.French.Catholic.An.33 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi ! and first, thanks for this great video details on the masters soundbars ! now a new concept's arrived : Sony HT-A9 ! 4 dedicated speaker who virtualizing 12 speaker for a more immersive surround sound !