High-End Alternative to Separate Stereo System
This soundbar is intended to replace an AV receiver, speakers, and wiring, while still using a separate subwoofer. It sounds acceptable but falls short of a true high-end 5.1 system. Installation instructions are unclear. Wall-mounting beneath a 65-inch TV blocks the up-firing speakers with the TV mount, so a shelf placed in front of and below the TV improves sound. Unlike a previous Onkyo receiver, there is no calibration microphone for room acoustics, and adjusting subwoofer level and crossover is less precise. A wireless KEF subwoofer is suggested to address this.
Pros
- + replaces AV receiver, speakers, and wires
- + improved sound when placed on a shelf in front of TV
Cons
- − does not match true high-end 5.1 system
- − murky installation instructions
- − wall-mounting blocks up-firing speakers
- − no calibration microphone for room acoustics
- − less precise subwoofer level and crossover adjustment
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· August 5, 2026 · United States
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Great sound for music and TV, replaces Sonos Arc
This soundbar delivers great sound for music and works well for TV. It replaced a Sonos Arc surround system. While it doesn't sound quite as immersive as the Sonos setup, the sound quality is far superior and it functions as both a TV speaker and a music speaker.
Pros
- + great sound for music
- + works well for TV
- + sound far superior to Sonos
- + functions as TV and music speaker
Cons
- − not quite as immersive as Sonos Arc
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· November 23, 2025 · United States
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App connection issues after factory reset
After a factory reset, the soundbar cannot be connected to via the app. The connection issue was eventually resolved by unplugging the device, though the reason for this is unclear. The product otherwise functions, but the app connectivity problem after resetting is a notable drawback.
Pros
- + eventually works after unplugging
Cons
- − app cannot connect after factory reset
- − unclear why unplugging resolves the issue
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· April 7, 2026 · United States
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Excellent Soundbar, Especially With a Subwoofer
This soundbar offers clear, musical sound and a wide soundstage with good surround simulation. On its own it has decent bass for a soundbar, but pairing it with an external subwoofer significantly improves performance, allowing it to focus on music and effects. It is well designed and fits neatly on a stand. The main takeaway is that adding a subwoofer is strongly recommended to get the most out of it.
Pros
- + clear and musical sound
- + wide soundstage
- + good surround simulation
- + excellent design
- + good bass for a soundbar
Cons
- − bass is limited without an external subwoofer
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· April 27, 2026 · United States
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Strong 5.1.2 Soundbar, Better With Added Subwoofer
After two months of use, this 5.1.2 soundbar proves ideal for a living room where extra satellite or height speakers are unwanted. On its own it delivers surprisingly deep bass but cannot reach the lowest LFE levels; adding a separate subwoofer transforms it into a spectacular performer. During a movie scene set inside an aircraft cabin, the room sounded convincingly like the cabin itself. The setup is expensive, but there is no buyer's remorse. It suits rooms and needs that match its 5.1.2 configuration.
Pros
- + surprisingly deep bass on its own
- + spectacular performance with added subwoofer
- + immersive room-filling sound
- + no buyer's remorse despite high price
Cons
- − cannot reach lowest LFE levels without a separate subwoofer
- − high price
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· November 25, 2025 · United States
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