Top 10 Best Sounder Bar for 2022

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The best soundbars aren't necessarily modeled expensive. This article shows the 10 Best Sounder Bar for 2022.

1. Samsung HW-Q900A

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  • Number of channels 7.1.2
  • 406 watts
  • HD audio decoding Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby true HD, DTS: X, DTS Digital Surround
  • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2 wireless connectivity
  • HDMI eARC standard
  • Acoustic Beam, Adaptive Sound, Q-Symphony, Surround Sound Expansion
  • Wireless subwoofer included
  • 160 W subwoofer power
  • Audio playback MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, OGG, AIFF, Apple Lossless (ALAC)

The Samsung HW-Q900A is one of the best offerings from this manufacturer when it comes to premium soundbars. Here you get 7.1.2-channel sound with 406 watts of power, with the subwoofer power alone being 160 watts. The clutch will be a perfect complement to Samsung QLED TVs. It is worth mentioning that among the most important sound enhancement options, the soundbar offers Dolby Atmos support. Among the sockets and connectors, you will find two HDMI inputs and one HDMI output.

2. Sony HT-ZF9

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  • Number of channels 3.1
  • 400 watts
  • HD audio decoding Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD, DTS: X, DTS 96/24, DTS HD High-Resolution Audio, DTS HD Master Audio
  • Wireless connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
  • HDMI eARC standard
  • Hi-Res Audio, S-Force PRO Front Surround, DSEE HX technology, Night Mode, Vertical Surround Engine
  • Wireless subwoofer included
  • Subwoofer power 100 watts
  • Audio playback MP3, AAC, FLAC, AALC, AIFF, DSF, DSDIFF

The Sony HT-ZF9 is also a model in the flagship series of top soundbars. In addition to Dolby Atmos compatibility, you get 3.1-channel audio, and the total speaker power is 400 watts (subwoofer power 100 watts). Among additional options you have, Hi-Res Audio, S-Force PRO Front Surround, responsible for a better audio experience.

3. Soundbar LG GX

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  • Number of channels 3.1
  • 420 watts
  • HD audio decoding Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DolbyTrue HD, DTS: X, DTS HD High Resolution Audio, DTS HD Master Audio, DTS Virtual: X
  • Bluetooth wireless connectivity
  • HDMI eARC standard
  • Sound enhancement features AI Sound Pro, Hi-Res Audio
  • Wireless subwoofer included
  • Subwoofer power 220 watts
  • Audio playback MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC, OGG

LG GX soundbar is a soundbar dedicated to lifestyle TVs (e.g. LG OLED G1, LG OLED G2). However, you can actually connect the soundbar to any TV. Elegant equipment offers 3.1-channel sound with a total power of 420 W. The power of the subwoofer is 220 watts. In addition to Dolby Atmos, you have one HDMI input and one HDMI output each from the major outlets.

4. Samsung HW-Q800A

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  • Number of channels 3.1.2
  • 330 watts
  • HD audio decoding Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio
  • Wireless connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Chromecast
  • HDMI eARC standard
  • Sound enhancement features Acoustic Beam, Adaptive Sound, Center Speaker, Hi-Res Audio, Q-Symphony, SpaceFit Sound,
  • Surround Sound Expansion
  • Subwoofer included wireless
  • 160 W subwoofer power
  • Audio Playback MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC, OGG, AIFF, Apple Lossless (ALAC)

Samsung HW-Q800A is almost the flagship soundbar series for Samsung QLED TVs (but not only). It's simply a cheaper version of the Q900A series model. Here you get 3.1.2-channel sound with a total power of 330 watts (subwoofer 160 watts). The hardware also offers Dolby Atmos compatibility. However, the cheaper model has one less HDMI input than the flagship series model.

5. Yamaha YAS-209

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  • Number of channels 2.1
  • Power 200 watts
  • HD audio decoding Dolby Audio, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Digital Surround, DTS Virtual: X
  • Wireless connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
  • HDMI ARC Standard
  • Clear Voice sound enhancement features
  • Wireless subwoofer included
  • 100 W subwoofer power
  • MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC, Apple Lossless (ALAC) audio playback

The Yamaha YAS-209 is the only offering from this world-renowned audio manufacturer. However, this one stands out first and foremost for its much lower price than the competition. Of course, this is reflected in the features offered. If 2.1-channel sound of 200 watts (subwoofer 100 watts) is enough for you, it is worth giving it a chance. The equipment does not support Dolby Atmos technology, but it has one HDMI input and output each.

6. Samsung HW-Q700A

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  • Number of channels 3.1.2
  • 330 watts
  • HD audio decoding Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio
  • Wireless connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2
  • HDMI ARC Standard
  • Acoustic Beam, Adaptive Sound, Center Speaker, Hi-Res Audio, Q-Symphony, Surround Sound Expansion
  • Wireless subwoofer included
  • 160 W subwoofer power
  • Audio Playback MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC, OGG, AIFF, Apple Lossless (ALAC)

Samsung HW-Q700A, meanwhile, is the cheapest proposition when it comes to premium products. The total power of the speakers and subwoofer is identical (330 W/ 160 W) to the higher-end series (Q800A). However, at the lower price point, you get slightly less of the most important sound enhancement features. On the other hand, the cheaper model also offers Dolby Atmos and HDMI input and output.

7. Sony HT-G700

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  • Number of channels 3.1
  • 400 watts
  • HD audio decoding Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby true HD, DTS: X, DTS 96/24, DTS Digital Surround, DTS HD High-Resolution Audio, DTS HD Master Audio, DTS Virtual: X
  • Bluetooth wireless connectivity
  • HDMI eARC standard
  • Subwoofer included wireless
  • Subwoofer power 100 watts

Sony HT-G700 is characterized by 3.1-channel sound (400 W), powerful bass from the subwoofer (100 W) and, above all, the affordable purchase price. You can buy the Sony speaker strip for less than PLN 2000. It is worth adding that it is one of the most popular pieces of equipment from Sony, offering Dolby Atmos or one HDMI input and output.

8. LG SPD7Y

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  • Number of channels 3.1.2
  • 380 watts
  • HD audio decoding Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby true HD, DTS: X, DTS Digital Surround, DTS HD High-Resolution Audio, DTS HD Master Audio, DTS Virtual: X
  • Bluetooth wireless connectivity
  • HDMI eARC standard
  • Sound enhancement features AI Sound Pro, Clear Voice, Hi-Res Audio, Meridian Sound Technology
  • Wireless subwoofer included
  • Subwoofer power 220 watts
  • Audio playback MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, OGG

The best soundbars: how about a proposal from the manufacturer of OLED TVs? LG SPD7Y is a piece of equipment up to 2500 zł. The speaker bar with an elegant design is distinguished by the power of 380 W, 3.1.2 channel sound and one of the best subwoofers. This one offers as much as 220 watts of power. Like other premium soundbars, the equipment supports Dolby Atmos technology and has one HDMI input and output.

9. Samsung HW-Q600A

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  • Number of channels 3.1.2
  • 360 watts
  • HD audio decoding Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio, DTS: X
  • Bluetooth wireless connectivity
  • HDMI ARC Standard
  • Acoustic Beam, Adaptive Sound, Center Speaker, Q-Symphony, Surround Sound Expansion
  • Subwoofer included wireless
  • 160 W subwoofer power
  • Audio playback MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC, OGG, AIFF

Samsung HW-Q600A is a piece of equipment interesting to note. With the total power (360 W) it surpasses models from higher series (Q700A and Q800A), offering the same 3.12 audio system. Of course, there is Dolby Atmos, one HDMI input and output, and a 160 W wireless subwoofer. However, the model cheaper by several hundred PLN does not support Apple Lossless (ALAC) files.

10. Samsung HW-Q60T

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  • Number of channels 5.1
  • 360 watts
  • HD audio decoding Dolby Audio, DTS Digital Surround, DTS Virtual: X
  • Bluetooth wireless connectivity
  • HDMI ARC Standard
  • Sound enhancement features Acoustic Beam, Adaptive Sound, Q-Symphony
  • Subwoofer included wireless
  • 160 W subwoofer power
  • Audio playback MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, OGG, AIFF

The Samsung HW-Q60T is one of the most popular models when it comes to affordability. Here you get 360 watts of sound, a 5.1-channel surround sound system, and a 160-watt subwoofer. Why so cheap? It's simply a model from the 2020 offering. Back then, not all speaker strips supported (at that purchase price) Dolby Atmos. Here it is similar, only more expensive models offer this technology). If you buy it in 2022, you gain many other technologies and features (1 HDMI input, 1 HDMI output) that you will find in more expensive soundbars of this manufacturer from the 2021 offer.

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