STACK #223 May 2023

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If you’ve just bought a newTV in 2023, you might be looking to complete your home entertainment setup with a soundbar. But which one is best for you? It’s often a good idea to stick with the same brand for maximum compatibility and to make the most of special features, so here are five recommended soundbar pairings with 2023 TVs. Words Michael Irving SOUND VISION TO MATCH AND

SAMSUNG Q-SERIES HW-Q930C 9.1.4 CHANNEL SOUNDBAR A perfect match with Samsung S95C OLED 4K TV Not only is this a powerful sound system in its own right, with 9.1.4 channels of sound and 540 watts of power, but extra features are unlocked when you pair a recent Samsung TV with a Samsung Q-Series soundbar. Samsung Q-Symphony syncs the TV’s built-in speakers with the soundbar to produce a harmonic surround sound experience. And SpaceFit Sound Pro optimises the audio to your living room by analysing the reverberations from the

SONY HT-A3000 3.1 CHANNEL DOLBY ATMOS SOUNDBAR A perfect match with Sony BRAVIA XR X90L Full Array LED 4K TV This compact soundbar features three speakers and two built-in subwoofers, and can reproduce up to 7.1.2 channels thanks to two Sony technologies – the Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force Pro Front Surround. And if you pair it with a Sony BRAVIA XR TV, the Acoustic Centre Sync feature uses the TV’s speakers for extra sound channels. The sound field is automatically optimised for your room with in-built calibration microphones. Power: 250W Connectivity: HDMI eARC, Optical, USB, Bluetooth Formats: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, 360RA Extras: Optional wireless subwoofer and 2x rear speakers (sold separately)

LG SC9 3.1.3 CHANNEL SOUNDBAR A perfect match with LG G3 OLED evo 4K TV The world’s first Dolby Atmos enabled soundbar with triple up-firing drivers, including one that focuses on dialogue clarity. NewTriple Level Spatial Sound technology adds a virtual mid-layer to create a more convincing sense of space, and IMAX Enhanced deepens the immersion on compatible content. AI analysis adjusts the settings to create the best possible sound based on the content and the room it’s playing in. Pair a compatible LG soundbar with an LGTV to enable WOW Orchestra for a more powerful soundstage. Power: 400W

speakers. Power: 540W Connectivity: HDMI eARC, Optical, Bluetooth Formats: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Extras: Wireless subwoofer and 2x rear speakers

Connectivity: HDMI eARC, Optical, USB, Bluetooth FORMATS: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced EXTRAS: Subwoofer

HISENSE AX5100G 5.1 CHANNEL DOLBY ATMOS SOUNDBAR A perfect match with Hisense U7KAU ULED Mini LED 4K TV This complete sound system from Hisense includes a 340W soundbar, subwoofer and a pair of rear speakers. It packs a wide range of connections, from the top-of-the-line HDMI eARC to the common auxiliary port, so you can connect basically any device. Whatever it’s playing will sound amazing thanks to the AI equaliser system, which automatically optimises the sound for each scene. Power: 340W Connectivity: HDMI eARC, Optical, USB, Bluetooth, AUX, Coaxial Formats: Dolby Atmos, DTS: X Premium Extras: Wireless subwoofer, 2x rear speakers

TCL TS8132 3.1.2 CHANNEL DOLBY ATMOS SOUNDBAR

A perfect match with TCL 98C745 QLED 4K Google TV This affordable and compact soundbar packs a punch, with Dolby Atmos enabled surround sound and a wireless subwoofer that pumps the bass. Choose from a range of listening modes optimised for specific content like movies or music, and connect wirelessly to your phone or laptop to stream your tunes or podcasts. Power: 350W Connectivity: HDMI ARC, Optical, USB, Bluetooth Formats: Dolby Atmos Extras: Wireless subwoofer

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