There are many options available if you are looking for a sound bar. The Bose Smart Soundbar 900 and Sennheiser Ambeo are some of the most popular choices. There are many new models available, including the LG GX. Which model is best? Let's take an in-depth look at them all to help you choose.
Sennheiser Ambeo
Sennheiser Ambeo soundbar supports surround sound and a wide frequency spectrum. It does not need side speakers or a Subwoofer making it a great choice for home theater systems. It supports Dolby ATmos, DTSX, and MPEG H Audio. It can use its acoustics to create a relaxing soundscape.
The Ambeo Soundbar has six 4" long-throw woofers and a pair of 1" tweeters. Its unique shape permits it to project ambient sound around a space. This speaker is not recommended to be used in high ceiling rooms. The speaker also needs a relatively flat surface for accurate mapping.
Sony HT-A5000
Sony HT-5500 provides 5.1.2 channel surround sound that surrounds the user. Its up-firing speakers and side beam tweeters create a truly immersive experience. It also has an integrated dual subwoofer and advanced audio software technologies.
The Sony HT A5000 sound bar offers a mid to high-end option. It offers Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay, and Google Chromecast Audio. It also includes an HDMI 2.1 port. It supports PlayStation 5 and Auto Genre Picture Mode.
Bose Smart Soundbar 900
Bose Smart Soundbar 900 delivers high-end sound quality, but not the best home theatre experience. This model features nine speakers and Bose's PhaseGuide sound technology, which makes the sound more directional. You have many options if entertainment is your priority over quality.
The Bose Smart Soundbar 900's treble is free and uncluttered, making it a great choice for home entertainment. The stereo THD performance is great, but there is a small increase when the volume is increased to maximum. It also delivers solid stereo imaging and two-channel sound. A dedicated speaker in the center allows for clear conversations.
LG GX
LG GX Sound Bar is the best choice if you are looking for multidimensional audio. The 3.1 channel, hi-res soundbar fits flushly with your OLED television and is as thin or thick as the screen. It has Dolby atmos and DTSX technologies for multi-dimensional sound.
The LG Sound Bar GX comes with a small subwoofer, two HDMIs, and is quite expensive. The soundbar also has Dolby Vision passthrough, but isn't HDR10+ or 4K HDR. It also lacks a USB port and does not come with an inbuilt power supply.