STACK #247 May 2025

BIG SOUND FOR BIG TVS continued

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Samsung Q-series Soundbar HW-Q990F 11.1.4 Channel Subwoofer & Rear Speakers The HW-Q990F is an even more premium model than the HW-Q930F, packing in some extra features and sporting a slightly larger main unit for extra oomph. The 11.1.4 channel sound system – comprising 11 channels, one subwoofer, and four up-firing channels in the rear speakers – delivers extremely immersive playback, especially in large spaces or theatre rooms, giving you the most cinematic soundscape possible. There’s also the option to enjoy Dolby Atmos content wirelessly. This high-end soundbar also supports HDMI 2.1 connections for improved bandwidth, so if you've bought a state-of-the-art Samsung TV, you can tap into the best quality sound possible.

Samsung Q-series HW-Q930F 9.1.4 Channel Subwoofer & Rear Speakers The latest Samsung Q-series soundbars and subwoofers feature a sleek redesign, and they're packing more features than ever before. This wireless soundbar can give you True Dolby Atmos and DTS:X audio without the need for HDMI connection, for no-fuss sound set-up (although you can still use HDMI if you choose). Set this bar up with a compatible Samsung TV and you can tap into the immersive force of Samsung Q-Symphony, an AI-optimised audio system that plays sound from your soundbar and TV simultaneously, in perfect harmony. The SpaceFit Sound Pro feature tailors the bar’s bass and overall sound to better suit your surroundings, analysing reverberations throughout a room and adjusting and correcting for the best experience possible. The two included rear

speakers can be placed front or back of the room, depending on what suits your space.

LG G Series SG10TY 420W 3.1 Channel Soundbar with Dolby Atmos This soundbar is designed to perfectly pair with LG’s OLED G series of TVs, both aesthetically and in terms of features, so you'll have perfect audio to match the bright and stunning picture quality. When hooked up to an LG TV, you can tap into the WOW Orchestra function, which combines the soundbar’s and TV’s speakers to create a more immersive soundscape. Packing 3.1 channels, the SG10TY supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, as well as Triple Level Spatial Sound – think of a dome of 3D sound that surrounds you. Advanced AI-driven features include AI Room Calibration Pro, which uses an internal mic to analyse the room’s acoustics and balances settings to perfectly

LG S95TR 810W 9.1.5 Channel Soundbar with Dolby Atmos Designed to match LG’s latest TVs, the S95TR is a premium soundbar with extra speakers and a focus on delivering the clearest, crispest audio possible. The six-channel up-firing rear speakers can fill a room with immersive sound, no matter how large it is, tapping into the true potential of Dolby Atmos to deliver booming bass, ultra voice clarity, and a wide soundstage across all content. As with the SG10TY, it supports WOW Orchestra and Triple Level Spatial Sound, and is also able to convert two channel audio into multi-channel surround sound, adding incredible depth to performance recordings. It’s a soundbar that also caters to gamers who want to get the best sound

from their consoles – connection via HDMI passthrough can deliver VRR and ALLM without lag or compromise. It even connects to most voice assistants, so you can dynamically control the sound with a voice command.

bounce sound off the walls, while AI Sound Pro analyses the content you're watching or playing and calibrates the audio in real time.

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