A soundbar is a brilliant way to enrich your viewing experience with impressive sound and bass. Designed to sit in front of your TV, a soundbar will deliver superior sound from your favourite movies, TV, music and games for you to enjoy. But with so much choice available, it can be difficult to know which soundbar is best for your home cinema system.
At Atlantic Electrics, we are here to help you. In our handy Soundbar Buyers Guide, we will explain everything you need to know and help you step-by-step through the purchasing process to ensure you find what you are looking for.
What is a soundbar?
A soundbar is typically a slim, oblong-shaped speaker system which contains several individual speakers placed side by side. It can be mounted on the wall beneath your television or placed flat on your TV stand to enhance your TV’s built-in speakers.
You can expand your sound system by adding a separate subwoofer to a soundbar for deep bass and depth.
The benefits of a soundbar
- A better audio experience- The built-in speakers in your TV alone don’t offer the ultimate cinematic sound quality. With a soundbar, you will instantly be able to hear the difference and can enjoy an exciting, captivating experience.
- Wireless music- If your soundbar features Bluetooth, you can stream your favourite music and content directly from your smartphone.
- Surround yourself- The intelligent technology inside the soundbars will enhance your viewing experience and offer more than a traditional speaker system.
Where should you place your soundbar?
We recommend that you place your soundbar to sit directly in front of you at ear level for the best audio experience. If you would like to mount your soundbar, you must make sure it is not obstructed as this will block noise and prevent you from enjoying your favourite content.
Key features to consider-
There are a number of exciting features in soundbars that offer a unique audio experience and more possibilities for you.
- Dolby Atmos- This intelligent technology combines object tracking with upwards-firing speakers. Object tracking ensures that the sound follows the action on the screen. Dolby Atmos will immerse you in realistic and breathtaking sound.
- Bluetooth for music- Soundbars are brilliant for music too. With Bluetooth connectivity, you can play your favourite music from your smartphone or tablet. You can now switch between your streaming services and your playlist by choosing a model with built-in Bluetooth.
- Voice control- Many soundbars are easy to use as they offer a variety of smart features. Some models may include voice assistants such as Google Assistant and built-in Amazon Alexa, so you can control your soundbar with just your voice. You can now set reminders, request a song, plan your schedule or find the latest news.
- Multi-room- Some soundbars can be controlled from a single app and connect to wireless multi-room systems so you can enjoy your music as you travel from room to room.
- External subwoofers- If you would like to expand your sound system, you can connect your soundbar to a separate subwoofer. The subwoofer controls the low-frequency sounds that a conventional speaker cannot, providing you with a full range of audio just as the sound designers intended.
Things to check for
Get the right cable-
Some soundbars may need to be connected by extra cables that are not supplied in the box. You can check out our range of cables to find the right cable for your needs.
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Soundbar brands-
There is a wide variety of trusted brands to choose from when selecting a soundbar. You can pick your favourite or find the brand that offers the specific features, functionality and colour you are looking for. Take some time to research and discover the brand that is right for you.
Picking your colour-
Soundbars come in a variety of colours and designs so you can choose the model that matches and completes your entertainment setup.
The reputation of the brand, place of manufacture and quality of the model will all affect the price. At Atlantic Electrics, we will help you to choose a reliable model that provides you with an excellent performance and meets your specific audio needs. We are happy to help you with anything you need. So, if there are any questions, simply get in touch with our team.
Telephone: 020 8208 6999
Email: web@atlanticelectrics.com
Our store: 970 North Circular Road London, NW2 7JR
