Have the Vizio M512A-H6 with a 70" in the living room & WE LOVE IT. Fantastic. As for the Vizio All in One - It's paired with a 55" in the bedroom & it sounds GREAT too. Dialogue clarity is top notch. Got one for my daughter's apartment as well. Excellent simple solution for a very reasonable price.

I bought the Vizio M213ad-k8 last year based on your review and recommendation of it. I have zero complaints on the sound quality and impressive bass for what it is. The only gripe I have is it very occasionally will not turn on and it needs to be unplugged and "reset" and it works just fine again. I would recommend this to anyone who just wants a soundbar only.

Hi Caleb! I bought the M51ax-J6 with your recommendation 6 months ago and have absolutely zero regrets. The sound quality is fantastic and having 5.1 surround sound with virtual atmos (thanks to my slanted ceilings the up firing speakers would’ve been wasted on me) I can honestly say it’s the best setup for my situation. Thank you so much and keep up the good work!

@FrostyBud777

4 ай бұрын

HOW DO YOU LIKE IT? i am about to buy it right now. I have a TCL Q7 tv and I LOVE IT. 10/10 perfect! But I tried their Q class 5.1 surround sound and the box and TCL website lied , it only has a 5.5 inch sub , not a 6.5 inch as labeled right on the box. A quick tape measure test and sure enough, it's only 5.5 inches.. LIES!!!! That alone makes me want something else. but the BASS IS NOT CONTROLLABLE enough. I have to crank the volume really loud in order to get the bass up. On your soundbar, m51ax-j6, are you able to keep the volume pretty low and crank the bass up really high? LOTS OF THUMP without the soundbar blaring loud?

Did my dude just casually shred on the horn?? lol Love it!

@shanehagan

4 ай бұрын

hahaha, i was thinking the same thing.

I own the 930c and it is an amazing experience. Between the well balanced subwoofer performance and the Dolby Atmos effects, I am completely satisfied and blown away by it.

@toai2

5 ай бұрын

Samsung makes it that good??

@andresbozo1

5 ай бұрын

I've got the 910C and I was wondering if the upgraded sorround speakers would work with this

@alexmoisa3

4 ай бұрын

​@@toai2 Surprisingly, yes, they do. I have the 930B soundbar system and I just love it and blown away by it even after 1 year of daily usage.

@yanijuarez2118

4 ай бұрын

Does it make your walls tremble 😮

@alexmoisa3

4 ай бұрын

@@yanijuarez2118 Yep. It makes my walls tremble. Depends on the scene. But, there is a scene from Netflix series Night Agent when there is an explosion on a subway and he (the main character) lies on the ground and there is a very very low frequency rumble in that scene. This is the show off when someone come visit and ask about the sound system.

I have the Vizio All-in-One soundbar in my family room. It’s a solid choice for a medium sized room. As he said, the stereo separation is pretty good and it surprisingly has great low end. I only use it for TV and movies. Music sounds subpar on it but for $150, it’s hard to argue.

always fun to stay up to date on your best list of soundbars, Caleb! thanks for putting together a list that pretty much allows an option for everyone. it's wild how much there is out there for anyone who wants to get into bettering their audio setup for tvs :)

@Caleb_Denison

5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I love the Vizio All-In-One. Especially with living in a one bedroom apartment, I didn't have really any extra room for any additional speakers or a subwoofer. The All-In-One does exactly what I need it to do! Great Recommendation!

Comprehensive selection ! Both in range and in price ! No disappointments there ! Well done !

Wow! Didn’t know Caleb had those trumpeting skills. I’m impressed! Merry Christmas all.

Hey there, fellow Caleb fans! I bought the Vizio all-in-one soundbar almost exactly one year ago today, and I can confirm it sounds extremely impressive for its price! The clarity is exceptional and it can get ridiculously loud, so you definitely don't have to worry about volume. For those of you who have a JBL Flip 5/6, I'd say it's roughly equivalent to pairing two of those together in stereo, if that helps give you any reference. Anyway, hope this helped, and always a joy watching and learning from your videos Caleb! Happy holidays!

@brianperhamus5227

2 ай бұрын

I've been wanting to get a soundbar but unsure how exactly it would improve the sound of my TV (Hisense U6k) and I actually currently have a JBL flip 5 that I use to play music so this comparison is perfect! looks like I'll be placing my order for the Vizio!

Awesome video! I bought the Vizio M512a-H6 about six months ago and absolutely love it! It offers a really great Atmos and 5.1 experience. The fidelity of the sound also felt like a huge upgrade versus the basic LG soundbar I upgraded from. And the subwoofer is designed to be placed in the back of a room, making it way easier to set up in rooms where a traditional home theater wouldn’t work. For the price I feel like I’m getting way more than I should be.

@Cesar-Avila

4 ай бұрын

Agreed I got it on sale for $300 one year and it truly does feel, look and sound more premium than it should for the price. And I got a Bose 600 for the bedroom when I sit in bed once in a blue moon. And it’s amazing. Mostly used more for music

Bought the Vizio M512a-h6 after watching your last Best soundbars video an im glad it still makes the list. What a great recommendation. Thank you

Hey Caleb! I’m a very quiet viewer of your channel and just came here to Thank you and your team for the awesome job you guys do. Kudos to the high production quality of all your videos. I watch them von Apple TV connected to my Sony TV and you guys rock!! Thanks again for the awesome content, wish you and your team a Merry Christmas and a Very Happy holiday season!! 🎊 ❤

@Caleb_Denison

5 ай бұрын

Wow. Thanks so much!

Get out of my head! I was just researching this on my own. THANK YOU! Also, major props for playing the actual trumpet intro!ff

As a Sonos Arc with 300s and Sub owner, two comments: 1) The comment about "if music is a priority, get it" comment is very apt, and I think that makes it extremely versatile. More importantly 2) Like the Bose Smart Soundbar Ultra, the Sonos Arc is also modular, meaning you can also buy only the bar upfront and then add different Sonos speakers and sub(s) later. As someone who originally thought I only had space for just a bar and was looking for Dolby Atmos to pair with an Xbox Series X, especially considering this was two and a half years ago, this was a MASSIVE selling point to me, and it was considered arguably the best "All-in-One Atmos standalone bar" at the time. So if you're going to claim the Sonos Ultimate Immersion set may be your favorite system on the list, I think people should be aware that you don't need to drop the $2000-2500 upfront.

@ravantgarde1899

3 ай бұрын

If you don’t mind me asking, what TV are you using with it, and have you noticed any lag with Dolby atmospheres audio? I use an Apple TV 4K so I am hoping there isn’t lag

@AnthonySkatz

3 ай бұрын

@@ravantgarde1899 I have an LG CX. I can't say I've noticed any lag with Atmos, nor is it something I've ever thought was happening at least when using apps that support it. I do think there's a very slight delay on Xbox, but apparently that's an Xbox issue.

I bought the Vizio soundbar for my office based on your previous soundbar reviews. For the price I absolutely love it. Thanks for the tip!

I own the Roku Stream Bar and the Vizio M213AD-K8 and I am very satisfied with their performance. They work great in TVs located in my bedrooms. In my main living room, I have the "older" Samsung Q950A, which sounds amazing. It's over 2 years old so I can only imagine how the newer models sound. I enjoy your content and how informative it is. Keep up the great work!

Great video Caleb, I’ve been on the sonos ecosystem for years (4 ones, 2 era 300s, arc, and sub gen 2) so my ears are definitely tune for that Sonos sound. After trueplay and some suggestions from Peter Pee, the sonos arc surrounds system absolutely sound amazing for my living room cinema.

Awesome informative video I have the q990b +S95c for the q symphony. I can't be happier. It's loud with surround sound and atmos

Vizio all in one was a great purchase thanks man! Had to return one cause there was an issue with the bar heating up too much but after a simple return it works wonders and for an apartment it’s the perfect easy solution.

Fun to watch. I have the Yamaha True X 40a (without subwoofer) and the two True X-Speaker 1A's. It was a very smooth experience connecting the set and the two rear speakers. It's a joy to use the speakers as multiroom speakers and as bluetooth speakers. They are battery powered and witching from multiroom/rear speaker to bluetooth with 1 single push on a dedicated button makes it such an easy process. I really like the concept.

I have the Vizio M51AX-J6 combined with the Sony A80L 65" tv. Great sound for the price. I even got friends to buy it. They were skeptical at first until they heard it. Thank you for making this soundbar known Caleb. I have seen all of your content. Great job.👍👍

I currently have the Sonos system, and I absolutely love it! Going from movies to music is just natural. I passed on the Samsung 990C after much deliberation but multi room expansion sold me. Next the Dragon for a living room experience.

Thumbs up for the flugelhorn alone! And I have the Vizio soundbar connected to my U7K. Great budget combo that we’re enjoying. Even connect my metronome over Bluetooth for my trumpet practice.

@Caleb_Denison

5 ай бұрын

I'm impressed you knew it was a Flugel!

@Scjdrilldesigns

5 ай бұрын

@@Caleb_Denison degree in music with a minor in trumpet pedagogy. I better know it. 😂

@Caleb_Denison

5 ай бұрын

@@Scjdrilldesigns ok, then! I better throw some progressions with a Picardy third in there or work on some tritone subs or something!

@Scjdrilldesigns

5 ай бұрын

@@Caleb_Denison bii7 away!!!

Bought the Vizio M213AD-K8 for my apartment to match my 65" ULED. Sounds amazing! Bass was the biggest surprise, it kicks.

THE TRUMPET 🔥🎺

I’m here because Caleb told me to tell you all about the Vizio All-in-One M213AD-K8 and, well, he ain’t wrong! We have a smaller living room with little space for a subwoofer, so I bought the AIO per Caleb’s recommendation, and man oh man. I still can’t believe it was only $150. The audio fidelity is amazing. Dialogue is clear and crisp, and music sounds amazing. It also gets quite loud. The bass profile can’t quite match the low frequency rumble of a separate subwoofer, but, if you turn it up to 75% or so, it comes surprisingly close! All in all, if you’re looking for a TV audio upgrade minus the sub, the M213AD-K8 is it. Enjoy.

@rubensosa3154

29 күн бұрын

im buying one now today because of these type comments 😅

Totally agree on the Vizio all in one sound bar, I've owned it for a few months and it's awesome

Got an open box Q930C a few months ago for about 500€. Best deal of the year. Paired with the S95B, the setup is amazing.

I have the Vizio M12a-h6 and I absolutely love it. It routinely goes on sale for $399 and every now and then you can catch it around $350.

I have the Vizio all in one for our home bar. Wall mounted paired to 75" Sony X90J. Very impressive for the cost. Our living room has the q990b and we have 2 other rooms with soundboard so a reasonable sample size in the house.

I bought the Vizio all in one soundbar and it’s incredible. It’s highly detailed and has some insane bass. I agreed with your thoughts on just turning the bass down and it was perfect. The midnight mode also works wonders for when everyone goes to sleep. I’ve recommended it to everyone and people that have come over have been pleasantly surprised with the new addition to the set up!

@sabigmike1

3 ай бұрын

It is blue tooth right

Watching this on my 1 of 500 Nakamichi Dragon 11.4.6. Thanks for the suggestion!

I love the breakdown in terms of affordability. So well presented.

I know one thing I won't be buying another tv without watching you first!you really know your stuff

Great video Caleb thanks for that and a very merry xmas 🎅

oh my god, that trumpet intro just melted my heart! 👏👏👏

@LeezahB

5 ай бұрын

Mine too!!💖

I bought the Samsung Q990C around Black Friday and have LOVED it. Unfortunately, I live in an apartment complex so I can't play it nearly as loud as I know it's capable of, but it's been phenomenal even at lower volumes. I particularly love the "Voice enhancement" setting when watching TV shows for improved dialogue. It really makes a huge difference.

@skywalkies77

5 ай бұрын

Same, I don’t think I ever gone over 20 yet

@thegoon459

5 ай бұрын

@@skywalkies77 same here lol i usually use it around 15 when playing games during day time. the maximum i went to was 30 and i turned it down after 15-20 secs to not disturb my neighbour. i cant even comprehend how loud it'll be if i push it all the way to 80+

@benpascall4297

5 ай бұрын

Voice enhancement makes everthing sound too tinny and high pitched to my ears

Just got the Roku sound bar. So good. its amazing. Will be getting the sub and maybe the other speakers later Thanks so much. Love the videos,

I have a q990c got it for less than $900, its amazing such a product can deliver amazing sounds

Excellent video Caleb! I am in the market for a sound bar and this is perfect timing.

Just a headsup: i got the Q990C for 800 euros, it goes on sale very regularly so don't overspent. Also it really is a nobrainer for that price, it's an insane sound system

Nice! Thanks for the Christmas music!

I got the Nakamichi Soundwafe Ultra 9.2.4 the beginning of last year and I’m thoroughly impressed.

Bought the Vizio AiO but the unit I received had a ton of distortion. I reached out to Vizio and received a replacement model (clearly refurbished), it had a blown speaker, as evident with the fluttering of sound coming from one side. I reached out to Vizio again and requested a replacement (non refurbished model). I received the replacement (brand new) and honestly love it 🤞.

Thank you again for the advice 👍

I've been watching my refurbished 2017 Samsung MU6300 from Amazon for 6 years, so I finally ordered the 85" QN90C with the Sonos system this morning! Why wait since they're on sale right now, right? I'm excited about this new living room upgrade! Thanks for posting awesome content for everyone to compare all of this stuff and help us make informed decisions!

ANOTHER PROFESSIONAL VIDEO.THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SO MUCH HARD WORK FOR US ❤️❤️❤️

I threw in a like for that trumpet 🎺 intro. That was awesome lol 😆 🎉 Happy Holidays all.

I just got the Vizio M213ad-K8 for my den TV and really like it. It replaces a Roku Streambar Pro that I moved to my bedroom TV and sounds noticeably better, even though the current Roku price is about $25 more.

I have the Roku sound bar pro with the Roku subwoofer and 4 surround speakers and I just love the way it sounds, and with the Roku interface for movies and TV is a plus.

Thank you. Those are a lot of good choices.

I bought the Sennheiser Ambeo MAX a few years back and absolutely love it.... I have it connected to my REL HT-1205 Sub which works amazing.... I'm still trying to fine tune the sub settings CROSSOVER and LEVEL but even though it's not optimally tuned, it makes a huge different. Before I bought the sub the Sennheiser Ambeo MAX sounded amazing, highly recommend if it's within budget.

Agreed on the Vizio M213AD-K8. Sounds great, relatively inexpensive. Got it for my bedroom TV. Good full sound, punchy bass for not having a separate sub. Decent sound staging without any surround speakers.

My dad recently gave me his 55” TV. I got myself an Apple TV to pair with my HomePod mini and I really like the sound for my apartment

The Nakamichi Dragon cassette deck was a classic. Just sold my dad's one for £2500. Nice to see the name throwback.

I love my Vizio M512a-H6. I got it on sale for $350 a little over a year ago and have never been disappointed by it

I bought the HT-A7000 (without subwoofer or surround speakers) and immediately returned it. Instead I bought the HT-A9 and this system is amazing. I later bought the bigger subwoofer too. I can't really blame the HT-A7000 because it's just my apartment and tv placement that doesn't work with soundbars at all. On the left I have 7 meters of open space and on the right there's just 20 cm. And because I had no surround speakers I didn't got anything but "stereo". HT-A9 solved all of the problems, especially because you can also manually adjust where the TV is placed compared to the speakers and also where your listening position is too.

@michael-4k4000

3 ай бұрын

What happened the HT-A7000 not float your boat??? So many reviewers raved about it. I think with any of these small bars you need dedicated back surrounds and a sub. It’s that simple. That’s why the A9 is such a great option, you get 4 speakers with up firing capabilities, the virtual center is fine, but it would be cool if Sony offered a dedicated center if desired.

This video is GREAT and I would recommend it to anyone purchasing a soundbar!

Should have also included the Samsung Q800c soundbar. It is just under 800$ and it sounds amazing and also the atmos effects are amazing. Not a lot of reviews of Q800c

I have the Vizio all in one and I absolutely love it. Great sound and big bass out of this tiny box. Not full Atmos but like Caleb says this thing pulls off some amazing audio. Works great with gaming too. For $150 you can’t go wrong.

@stevensitessentials3281

5 ай бұрын

Hello I just got the sound bar the other day and I noticed that when it gets very basic the chassie vibrates. has anyone else experienced this with this sound bar or is the sound bar just maybe bad. it seems like when you bump off the base it gets a little bit vibrating at the chassy can't handle it.

@byron7583

4 ай бұрын

​@@stevensitessentials3281yeah keep the bass level at the default level (the solid 3 white lights in the middle when you adjust it) can also put it down a few pegs if needed. I put the bass level up 5 or 6 levels and it was way too bumpy and vibrating. I honestly leave the bass and treble at the middle default setting, have VRT:X and TvVOL off and the EQ setting on Direct, and it sounds great. I find it to be the most accurate sound you can get with this soundbar without all the processing

I just bought the Samsung 930c a few weeks ago and love it. The wireless rear channel surrounds are just what I was looking for. This thing packs a punch!!

that trumpet shit was mad lit

I have the Sony AT-H9 with the SW5. I don't miss my discreet amplifier system at all. It is amazing.

@BogdanGrigore

5 ай бұрын

Same here. Congrats

I have the jbl 9.1 O believe and its been amazing. Nice sub and detachable speakers no wires needed. Ive also had the Sennheiser Ambeo and also have sonos.

IDK why I'm watching this. You already talked me into the LG CX back in 2021 and it's sound is phenomenal with zero extra add-ons. It measures the room and calibrates itself from there using the Smart remote. Best TV I've ever owned.

@Caleb_Denison

5 ай бұрын

Because we have fun here, that's why! Thanks for watching! And, hey, feel free to subscribe to my personal channel. Might be some content popping up there sometime soon!

Got a Vizio 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos system for $500 a couple of years ago (soundbar, 2 rear speakers, subwoofer) at Costco. This was the cheapest 5.1.4 system I had seen. Before that I had only been using TV speakers. This was an amazing upgrade.

@modalsoul6511

5 ай бұрын

Don’t compete brother … buy what’s optimum for you and leave it at that.

@B_Ahmed1234

5 ай бұрын

@@modalsoul6511 Compete with who? No idea what you are on about man, lol.

@modalsoul6511

5 ай бұрын

@@B_Ahmed1234 no offense brother , you are going on about how cheap your system was , I was just saying there’s nothing wrong with that at all . Good price and if it Sounds good than that’s all that matters 👍🏼

@B_Ahmed1234

5 ай бұрын

@@modalsoul6511 Ah, I understand now, no worries and thanks. Yeah, I was originally planning to get just a $100 soundbar to hear dialogue more clearly. I never really thought sound was that important (I was wrong). I didn't know anything about dolby atmos and stuff, but I went down the rabbit hole when I was looking for sound bars. The system I got had a price cut at Costco, so I used my mother-in-laws membership to order it online. I never had surround sound before at home, so it was a big change to my movie/tv/gaming experience.

This was one of the best video intros of all time. Didn't know you were a flugelhorn PRO! Love this channel! :D

@Caleb_Denison

5 ай бұрын

I'm impressed with everyone who knew it was a Flugel -- including you!

I picked up the Vizio M51H-j6 at Sams on Black Friday for $199, super glad you had it on your short list! it sounds pretty good hooked to the 77 in Samsung S89C i got at Best Buy on Black Friday!!

Absolutely great and informative video Caleb!! I’ve been on the fence about the Roku StreamBar, your video has pushed me a closer to it. My only concern is how long this version of the hardware has been out for a few years now and theres but so much a software update can improve. Is there an updated hardware version on the horizon? Hardware updates to WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 and eARC.

I got the Q990C paired with an LG C2 and I have to say this combo rocks, for Dolby vision and Dolby Atmos movies or shows it is a great combination...

@supertrexandroidx

5 ай бұрын

And if you look around, you can get it for around the same price as the Q930C - so if it's a toss between those two at around the same price, it's a no-brainer

@walter2695

5 ай бұрын

the q990c will be my go to system once my q950A kicks the bucket. As far as bang for your buck soundbars go. Samsung is the best IMO.

@Inmediovirtus

5 ай бұрын

Best of both worlds

@mytheangel614

5 ай бұрын

@@supertrexandroidx yes, I got for around a thousand dollars

@Mr21scott

5 ай бұрын

@@supertrexandroidx If you're a AAA member, you can get a way better deal.

Thanks again for content, love your advice. Quick question: are the surround speakers for the M512a-H6 powered by the subwoofer just like the J6? If so, what is the length of the cord(s) that keep them all together?

Thank you. I don't have any soundbars, always wanted one. They just don't work with two 32" monitors on a desktop. Never had a TV, I just watch movies and listen to music on my Audioengine A5+. Maybe someday. :) Great review as always. Really enjoy the little mishap clip at the end.

Wonderful opening with the 🎉trumpet

Love the trumpet intro!

My first sound bar was the Vizio all in one, It was amazing but I replace just because I need it a set up with a subwoofer but I recommend it big time.

I have the Sonos Arc with Eras 300s and two subs and it's worth every damn penny! BUY IT!

My wife's 2022 Audi Q3 is fully loaded and came with a Sonos surround sound system. Let me tell you, it's amazing! And a lot of bass as well.

Thank you for the great video. Since I know very little about soundbars, I am looking to replace my out-dated Bose Accustimass system with that HUGE subwoofer which has been taking up a ton of floor-space. Question, can you connect a soundbar (and sub) to a receiver or, do you even need a receiver?

Imagine paying $4k for a soundbar with a 1 year warranty.

@harisjaved1379

5 ай бұрын

That’s bad! It should be at least 3 years if not 5.

@grimdicer152

5 ай бұрын

@@harisjaved1379 And when the warranty runs out, what will you do? Smash it up after 3 years? You aren't exactly gonna swing around the room

@mpholicx2

5 ай бұрын

I wouldn't buy a $4k soundbar regardless of the warranty. I have about that much (slightly more) in my discrete components and a soundbar can't compete. I do own soundbars and they are very convenient in limited space areas. For a home theatre though soundbars are inappropriate.

@charlesquesnel2302

5 ай бұрын

It's all in our head we manifest everything through our words

@KryssN1

5 ай бұрын

Apple customer… first time?

Can’t remember which Vizio I have but it came with the woofer and it’s great!

Thanks Caleb. Absolutely addicted to your videos currently. Q930c is definitely what I'm going with.

I just purchased the Sony XR65X90L, so now…which budget friendly soundbar is best to purchase?🤷🏻‍♀️ thank you so much for all your reviews and info! You really helped me understand. Happy New Year!!🎉

I a happy owner of Sony HT A9 for a year now and i love it. I recommend using it also with Tidal and sony 360 reality audio tracks.

Great start to the reviews with your flugelhorn! After repainting the inside of our home, taking down my old Pioneer Elite Kuro Pro 141 FD with Artison Masterpiece speakers, separate on wall Artison LRS satellites and a Velodyne sub tied together with a non-4k compliant Denon receiver, I've been enjoying your informative videos on numerous topics, thinking about (and truth be told, dreading) possible replacement of everything. Not sure I'm convinced yet to go the soundbar route, but I really appreciate your reviews!

@Caleb_Denison

5 ай бұрын

Gonna be hard to go soundbar from your higher-end system. I wonder if we can't find something in the middle that you might like better?

@Caleb_Denison

5 ай бұрын

Also, impressed you knew it was a Flugel!

@billbradley137

5 ай бұрын

I played trumpet through high school in concert band and jazz band ('70s). We had an avid booster who arranged to have Clark Terry play with our jazz band, and at another time the saxophone player Don Menza. Also enjoyed playing Don Ellis (Indian Lady) and Buddy Rich (Channel One Suite). Chuck Mangione was fun listening. The booster also pulled some strings to get a few of us underage folks into Donte's Jazz Club back in the day in North Hollywood to experience Maynard Ferguson and his band. @@Caleb_Denison

@billbradley137

5 ай бұрын

Yes, I wonder too about what something in the middle would be(?). Living near the old HQ of Oppo I got one of the last BDP-205 that has been sitting in the box for awhile now. But that Oppo is hdmi 2.0 to my knowledge. I have some SACDs and HD DVD audio discs as well as a collection of CDs including Sheffield Lab (having also had the vinyl versions of their direct to disc recordings), and movies that came in 4K, blu ray and digital content packages. Denon AVR-X5200W 11.2 channel processing, 140w/ch into 2 channels, wondering if I need to upgrade to Denon AVR-X-6700h. From other reviews of yours I'm pretty sure I would enjoy an Apple 4k TV, and would likely use gigabit ethernet already cabled. Just enjoyed your updated S90C/A95L/G3 comparison but still undecided, maybe leaning towards the G3 for the hdmi input flexibility and knowing my old eyes likely would not pick out the differences the QD-OLED A95L would provide. I'm thinking of staying with the 65 inch size, having experience with the heat generated by the Kuro display and hearing that the newer bright OLED displays may also generate some significant heat (especially if I went to a larger size), where I'm not too keen on running the AC to counteract system heat ;-) @@Caleb_Denison

Was looking for a way to have sound with either my office monitor or projector and the Roku Streambar looks like a solid choice.

Got my a95l on order and first thing in the new year I'll be getting that hta9 system to complete my dream set up

I always thought that having a cheap 300-400 AV receiver pair with 7 cheap speakers could always beat out a soundbar. Boy o boy Samsung 990c proved me wrong. It’s a beast. The only upgrade from this one I might consider might Dragon 🐉

Thanks, love your videos and hard work. Wasn’t soundbars reviewed at the shootout? I can’t seem to find anything on that

Heads up most of the "top tier" JBL bars that have the detachable rears allow you to charge them via USB, so they don't need to be re-attached to the main bar. But still outclassed by alot of product here. Wish we had Vizio available to us in the domestic New Zealand market. Sweet intro btw!

Your videos sold me on the M51ax-j6

Thanks again for great information. I have the HTA9 with SW5 woofer. I do like it a lot for spacial sound but feel it lacks a little in clarity some how. I was looking at the Sony receivers with spacial 360 built in. Have you tried this with good wired speakers. Im curious if any receiver and quality separate speakers would be better to the point of justifying the work and upgrade. Thanks again

just got the q990c a month or so ago and it's been amazing!! it's passthrough is also night and day better than the m512-h6 which was giving me constant DV popups on my LG tv and sound cutout. With the q990c all my issues have gone away. Plus I got it for 700!!

@darkerthandarknessbl

5 ай бұрын

Blud I cannot even compare the vizio to the the samzung q990c because the vizio is budget friendly and the Samsung pure quality

@darkerthandarknessbl

5 ай бұрын

I mean you

@shhhpark

5 ай бұрын

@@darkerthandarknessbl yea im not really comparing them from a sound perspective. Just the playback through the soundbars hdmi was so much better with the Samsung*. I had constant issues with pass through on the Vizio

@darkerthandarknessbl

5 ай бұрын

Fair for the buck

@N3RF4LIF3

5 ай бұрын

Where df did you get it for 700? That's a great used price!

Caleb, today I added a Panasonic DP UB820 Ultra HD player to my TCL 65" 65QM850 TV and my Samsung Q990C soundbar. I bought all of them on sale and came in under $2,500 for everything including 2.1 HDMI cables and a couple Ultra HD DVDs. If you are ever doing a video on sub $2,500 systems, these components work well together and should be on the list. I am stunned by the video and audio quality of this system for the money. Thanks for your advice on the individual components.

@benpascall4297

5 ай бұрын

Great price but the tcl is definitely the weaker link

Hey Caleb! Just a correction on the comment you made about the JBL soundbars, the Bar 800 & Bar 1000 have USB-C charging ports on their detachable speakers. I haven't had experience with the Bar 1300, but i'd assume it'd be included with that system too. Hope this helps, love the vids!

Thanks!

Got the Sonus ARC. Absolutely love it

Pleased you appreciated the Q930C. I bought the Q930B last year in the black friday sales and the sound is amazingly good. Yes it's not quite as good as it's 990 bigger brother but your getting 90% of the quality for a significantly lower price. I paid the equivalent of 500 bucks for the 930B system last year and that was a steal.

I just bought the HT-A7000 with the additional wireless subwoofer for my X95L, good stuff

@CaBdosdos

4 ай бұрын

Very nice set up. I like you went lcd over oled. I feel like they're overhyped I miss my lcd tvs after owning 2 oleds.