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- Philips HTS8100 Sound Bar Reviewed
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- Yamaha YSP-3050 Digital Sound Projector Reviewed
- Yamaha YSP-4000 Digital Sound Projector Reviewed
- Zvox 425 Sound Bar Reviewed
Sound Bar Wiki
1.0 What is a Sound Bar?2.0 What Does a Sound Bar Do?
1.0 What is a Sound Bar?
• A sound bar is a relatively new audio/video component designed to be an all-in-one speaker system that compliments the audio needs of today's flat HDTVs. Sound bars are normally placed below or directly in front of an HDTV. They are also frequently mounted on a wall, often using included mounting hardware.
• A sound bar can include three speakers (left, center and right), a built-in receiver complete with surround sound and DSP features. Sometimes sound bars come complete with a DVD player installed in the chassis.
2.0 What Does a Sound Bar Do?
• Sound bars can reproduce relatively convincing discrete or matrixed surround sound for both music and movies.
• Sound bars often use DSP (digital signal processing) to add the sonic effect of surround from just three speakers.
• It's not uncommon for sound bars to be connected to a subwoofer to add low-frequency performance to a modest home theater system.
• Some users install rear and/or side channel speakers to allow for discrete surround sound.
• Many full-feature sound bars include many or all of the functionalities of an AV receiver, including HDMI switching, signal processing, satellite radio and terrestrial radio receivers.
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Latest Sound Bar Reviews
Vizio VSB210WS Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer Reviewed -
Sound bars have always been a bit of the redheaded stepchild of the home theater world for me, a replica of sorts for those unable to accommodate or afford a proper home theater. Of course I jumped to this conclusion... Click for more...
Polk SurroundBar 50 Sound Bar Reviewed -
Polk is a leader in the sound bar category, for good reason. While some sound bars depend on your room acoustics and dimensions, Polk's Stereo Dimension Array (SDA) Surround Technology is based more on psychoacoustics, so if your room isn't... Click for more...
Polk SurroundBar 360 DVD Theater Reviewed -
If you've picked up a home theater magazine or perused this or one of the other audio/video sites online, then you've surely noticed the proliferation of sound bars and all-in-one home theater systems. Increasingly, home theater enthusiasts are looking to... Click for more...
Cadence CSB-F3 and CSB-R2 Sound Bars -
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Definitive Technology Mythos SSA-42 Sound Bar -
We recently reviewed Definitive Technology's SSA-50 sound bar and really liked it. Its little brother, the SSA-42, is quite similar, but is meant for use with televisions that are 42 inches diagonal or less, as it is 40 inches long,... Click for more...
Definitive Technology Mythos SSA-50 Sound Bar -
As of late, there have been many sound bars flooding the market as more users want a quality surround sound experience in a single package. It's nice to see dedicated audio manufacturers obliging this desire and a sign of good... Click for more...
Yamaha YSP-4000 Digital Sound Projector Reviewed -
Let's get one thing straight from the get-go - most simulated surround sound "bars" (each manufacturer has a different name for this type of product) will not sound as good as a floorstanding surround sound 5.1 or 7.1 speaker system.... Click for more...
Zvox 425 Sound Bar Reviewed -
Zvox Audio is a relatively new name in the world of audio that specializes in single-chassis speaker systems. They have several sound bars at various price levels, and the 425 is their top-of-the-line model at $700. It's also their most... Click for more...
Philips HTS8100 Sound Bar Reviewed -
The Philips HTS8100 is a less-expensive option in the sound bar product category ($800) compared to competitive models. It includes a subwoofer and a slick DVD player on the player's front panel. The unit looks spiffy sitting under any flat-panel... Click for more...
Denon DHT-FS3 Sound Bar with Subwoofer Reviewed -
The first thing you will notice about Denon's DHT-FS3 Sound Bar ($1,199) and accompanying subwoofer is the absolutely gorgeous physical styling. It has a glossy piano black finish and rounded edges and matching subwoofer that will compliment any home theater... Click for more...
Latest Sound Bar Reviews
Vizio VSB210WS Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer Reviewed -
Sound bars have always been a bit of the redheaded stepchild of the home theater world for me, a replica of sorts for those unable to accommodate or afford a proper home theater. Of course I jumped to this conclusion... Click for more...
Polk SurroundBar 50 Sound Bar Reviewed -
Polk is a leader in the sound bar category, for good reason. While some sound bars depend on your room acoustics and dimensions, Polk's Stereo Dimension Array (SDA) Surround Technology is based more on psychoacoustics, so if your room isn't... Click for more...
Polk SurroundBar 360 DVD Theater Reviewed -
If you've picked up a home theater magazine or perused this or one of the other audio/video sites online, then you've surely noticed the proliferation of sound bars and all-in-one home theater systems. Increasingly, home theater enthusiasts are looking to... Click for more...
Cadence CSB-F3 and CSB-R2 Sound Bars -
Cadence is a relative newcomer to the world of home audio with a full line of loudspeakers, including bookshelf models, floor-standing speakers and some pretty nifty sound bars designed to match today's booming flat HDTV market. Currently, Cadence sells Internet-direct... Click for more...
Definitive Technology Mythos SSA-42 Sound Bar -
We recently reviewed Definitive Technology's SSA-50 sound bar and really liked it. Its little brother, the SSA-42, is quite similar, but is meant for use with televisions that are 42 inches diagonal or less, as it is 40 inches long,... Click for more...
Definitive Technology Mythos SSA-50 Sound Bar -
As of late, there have been many sound bars flooding the market as more users want a quality surround sound experience in a single package. It's nice to see dedicated audio manufacturers obliging this desire and a sign of good... Click for more...
Yamaha YSP-4000 Digital Sound Projector Reviewed -
Let's get one thing straight from the get-go - most simulated surround sound "bars" (each manufacturer has a different name for this type of product) will not sound as good as a floorstanding surround sound 5.1 or 7.1 speaker system.... Click for more...
Zvox 425 Sound Bar Reviewed -
Zvox Audio is a relatively new name in the world of audio that specializes in single-chassis speaker systems. They have several sound bars at various price levels, and the 425 is their top-of-the-line model at $700. It's also their most... Click for more...
Philips HTS8100 Sound Bar Reviewed -
The Philips HTS8100 is a less-expensive option in the sound bar product category ($800) compared to competitive models. It includes a subwoofer and a slick DVD player on the player's front panel. The unit looks spiffy sitting under any flat-panel... Click for more...
Denon DHT-FS3 Sound Bar with Subwoofer Reviewed -
The first thing you will notice about Denon's DHT-FS3 Sound Bar ($1,199) and accompanying subwoofer is the absolutely gorgeous physical styling. It has a glossy piano black finish and rounded edges and matching subwoofer that will compliment any home theater... Click for more...
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