Soundbars: improve your TV sound with Dolby Atmos and powerful bass
A soundbar is one of the easiest ways to improve your television's sound considerably without installing a complicated home cinema system. It gives you clearer dialogue, deeper bass and a more spacious sound for films, sport, music and everyday viewing.
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What types of soundbar are available?
- 2.0 / 2.1 soundbars: a compact solution for everyday use, with or without a separate subwoofer.
- 3.1 systems: with a centre channel that makes dialogue clearer in films and series.
- 5.1 and 7.1 soundbars: for broader, more impressive cinema sound with a stronger sense of space.
- Dolby Atmos soundbars: a more advanced solution with more spatial sound reproduction and a height effect.
- All-in-one models: a simple option with no additional components and easier installation.
Why choose a soundbar for your TV?
Today's televisions keep getting thinner, but their built-in speakers often cannot deliver deep, powerful and spacious sound. A soundbar improves overall audio quality, especially for films, sports broadcasts, concerts and games. It is a good solution for anyone who wants much better sound without large speakers and a complicated installation.
Dolby Atmos: real or virtual?
A Dolby Atmos soundbar may have up-firing speakers that create a more pronounced height effect, or it may use virtual sound processing for a more spacious feel. The end result depends not only on the soundbar itself but also on the size of the room, the ceiling height and your television's connection options.
A subwoofer: do you need one?
A separate or wireless subwoofer gives deeper, more powerful bass, which is particularly noticeable in films, sport, concerts and games. For smaller rooms or simpler needs a compact soundbar without a separate subwoofer may be enough, but anyone who appreciates strong bass will usually find a subwoofer a worthwhile addition.
HDMI ARC or eARC: what is the difference?
- HDMI ARC: suitable for everyday audio, standard Dolby Audio and, in many cases, 5.1 sound.
- HDMI eARC: better suited to higher-quality audio and to getting the most out of Dolby Atmos.
To take full advantage of certain surround sound features, both the television and the soundbar must support the relevant connection standard.
Connectivity and features
- Bluetooth and Wi-Fi: for easy wireless music playback
- HDMI ARC / eARC: for a simpler connection to the television
- Optical connection: an alternative way to carry the audio
- Voice mode: to bring out dialogue
- Synchronisation with the television: for easier day-to-day control
- A wireless subwoofer or rear speakers: for a broader, more powerful sound experience
How to choose the right soundbar
- The size of the room: a compact model is enough for a smaller room; a more powerful solution is advisable for a large living room.
- TV size and compatibility: it matters that the model suits your television both visually and technically.
- The number of channels: more channels generally means broader, more spatial sound.
- Whether there is a subwoofer: if you want stronger bass, this will be an important factor.
- Connections: HDMI ARC, eARC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and an optical input all affect convenience and functionality.
- How you will use it: different models can suit films, sport, music and games.
What are you paying for?
- The number of channels and the total sound output
- The quality of the subwoofer and the depth of the bass
- Support for Dolby Atmos or other surround sound formats
- Cabinet quality and speaker configuration
- Wireless connectivity and additional features
A more expensive soundbar generally delivers more precise spatial sound, more powerful bass, better dialogue reproduction and more functionality in everyday use.
Frequently asked questions
Will a soundbar noticeably improve my TV sound?
Yes. Even a simpler soundbar generally gives clearer dialogue, better sound direction and deeper bass than standard television speakers.
Do I need a subwoofer?
If you watch films or sport or listen to music and want stronger bass, a subwoofer is a noticeable improvement. For smaller rooms a compact model without a separate subwoofer may be enough.
How do I tell whether my television supports Dolby Atmos?
Check the television's specification and its connection options, particularly HDMI eARC support. To make the most of certain surround sound features, compatibility between the two devices matters.
Is HDMI eARC better than HDMI ARC?
In many cases, yes. eARC carries a wider range of audio formats and is better suited to higher-quality sound, provided both the television and the soundbar support it.
Is a soundbar also suitable for music?
Yes. Many soundbars suit not only films and TV but also everyday music listening, particularly models with a Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connection.
1Store.lv advantages
- Real availability in our warehouse in Riga
- Advice on compatibility with your television
- Fast delivery across Latvia
- Official warranty
Looking for a soundbar for your TV? 1Store.lv offers JBL, Samsung and Sony soundbars with Dolby Atmos, a subwoofer and HDMI ARC and eARC support. Compact models are available for everyday viewing, as well as more powerful solutions for films, sport and music. All products come with an official warranty, real availability in our warehouse in Riga and fast delivery across Latvia.
