Best HDTV Soundbar Speakers – Comparison and Reviews

Most Flat Panel TVs today bear no resemblance to the old analog sets of yesteryear. They are much thinner and their frames (bezels) are smaller as well. This leaves little room for speakers. Most HDTVs today have speakers that put out no more than 20 watts, most without a subwoofer. Many people want more out of their HDTV’s audio, and they can with a simple solution called a Sound Bar (or SoundBar). A soundbar consists of a horizontal bar of speakers than can provide virtual surround sound, and many have subwoofers. They have minimal wiring compared to full surround sound systems. Soundbars also put out a much higher output (wattage) than the tiny built in speakers on most HDTVs. Below are the top rated (by consumers) soundbars, grouped by price. Click for consumer reviews of each model.

Best Rated TV Sound Bars Under $350

LG NB3530A Sound Bar w/subwoofer	Polk Audio Surroundbar IHT 3000 Sound Bar w/subwoofer	Panasonic SC-HTB550 Sound Bar w/subwoofer	Samsung HW-E450 Sound Bar w/subwoofer
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Soundbar w/subwoofer 300 watts - – - 2 Optical Inputs 1 MiniJack Input Main Speaker: 37.4″ 1 USB input - – - - – - - – - Wireless Subwoofer Bluetooth Streaming	Soundbar w/subwoofer 180 watts - – - 1 Optical Input 2 – Minijack inputs Main Speaker: 31.0″ - – - - – - - – - - – -	Soundbar w/subwoofer 240 watts 2 HDMI (1.4) Input 1 Optical Input - – - Main Speaker: 42.6″ - – - Video: 1080p & 3D capable 1 HDMI Out (ARC) Wireless Subwoofer Bluetooth Streaming	Soundbar w/subwoofer 280 watts 1 HDMI (1.4) Input 1 Optical Input 1 USB Input Main Speaker: 35.7″ - – - - – - - – - 1 HDMI Output (ARC) Wireless Subwoofer Bluetooth Streaming




Best Rated TV Sound Bars $350 to $900

Sony HT-CT260 Sound Bar w/subwoofer	Yamaha YSP-4100BL Sound Projector w/subwoofer	Sony HT-CT550W 3D Sound Bar w/subwoofer	Bose® Solo TV Sound System/Bar
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Soundbar w/subwoofer 300 watts Analog Inputs 1 Optical Input - – - Main Speaker: 37″ 1 Coax Cable input - – - - – - Wireless Subwoofer Bluetooth Streaming	Sound Projector 120 watts 4 HDMI Inputs 2 Optical Inputs 2 RCA Inputs Main Speaker: 40.5″ 1 Coax Cable input Video: 1080p/24Hz capable 1 HDMI output Integrated Subwoofer	Soundbar w/subwoofer 400 watts 3 HDMI Inputs 2 Optical Inputs 2 RCA Inputs Main Speaker: 37.31″ 1 Coax Cable input Video: 1080/24p 3D capable 1 HDMI 1.4a output Wireless Subwoofer	Soundbar/System 60 watts - – - 1 Optical Input 1 Analog Input Unit Length: 20.75″ 1 Coax Cable input - – - - – - - – - - – -




Glossary of Terms

BlueTooth Streaming = Some soundbars now have a wireless bluetooth capability that will allow you to wirelessly stream music from your SmartPhone, iPod, Tablet, or Laptop (if your device has bluetooth). HDMI or Optical Input = There are two main ways that a soundbar can hookup to an HDTV. One is through the HDMI input on the TV, and the other is through an Optical cable. Some soundbars give you both options. MiniJack Input = This is the same size jack input as the headphone jack on an MP3 player and most phones.




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