Soundbars are designed to give your TV's sound quality a boost - providing an immersive, dynamic experience of surround speakers without the need for extra speakers or wires.
Generally constructed as long and slim units that can be placed either under or above the television, soundbar systems feature multiple built-in speakers arranged strategically in order take advantage of directed acoustics technology. Some models of soundbars also come with a wireless subwoofer set. A Wireless subwoofer can also improve the audio experience by enhancing deep bass elements of the sound from your TV or music. A Smart soundbar is also useful if you have home assistant devices.
While 2.1 channel models consist of two regular channels and a subwoofer for bass tones; 5.1 versions add third center speaker along with left and right rear surrounds creating an enveloping audio environment suitable both movie nights at home as well all other types of media consumption activities like gaming and streaming music.
To use a soundbar, you need to connect it to your TV. This can be done in a few different ways, depending on the type of TV and soundbar you have. Some soundbars connect to your TV using an HDMI cable, while others may use Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or optical audio cables.
Once the soundbar is connected to your TV, you can control the soundbar using the remote control that comes with it. You can adjust the volume, change the audio settings, and even switch between different sound modes to get the best audio experience for your movies, TV shows, and music.