CHF459.–
Samsung HW-S800B
330 W, 3.1.2 Channel
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Better to buy a soundbar without subwover. But with decent mids. Too much focus was placed on design here instead of sound. What a pity.
Pro
- Bass
- Heights
Contra
- Mid tones are dirt
This review was created for a different variant: HW-S800B (330 W, 3.1.2 Channel)
Very disappointing sound
While the base and high range sound is pretty good, the midrange sound (at least on my unit) was TERRIBLE (especially affecting dialog). It sounds like the sound is coming from inside a small metal box, and even the build-in TV speakers sounded better. (Base and high notes were much better with the soundbar though.)
I honestly don't understand how this soundbar could get so good reviews? Even my 100 CHF budget soundbar had better overall sound (as in, no annoying metallic midtones).
Pro
- Small, stylish
- Good base
Contra
- Really bad midrange sound (affects dialog)
This review was created for a different variant: HW-S800B (330 W, 3.1.2 Channel)
The right price-performance ratio
Pro
- Sound orders of magnitude better than TV
- Can connect to anything wirelessly
- Price
This review was created for a different variant: HW-S800B (330 W, 3.1.2 Channel)
Acquisition worthwhile
8-tung, mini-Hdmi cable is included in the scope of delivery, does not need to be purchased separately.
Pro
- Rich sound when set correctly
- is fun
Contra
- When turned up loud, the midrange and overtones are too thin, so a different calibre would be needed,
This review was created for a different variant: HW-S800B (330 W, 3.1.2 Channel)
Beautiful slim design and great sound image
Convincing, powerful sound, suitable for film and music
HDMI ARC and Bluetooth connection works perfectly.
However, Bluetooth does not support Dolby Atmos.
One drawback:
With Wifi connection, the soundbar in the Samsung Smart TV is no longer available after a while.
It may help to reset the router or disconnect the soundbar from the power supply for several minutes.
This happens with both my Samsung Smart TV QE55S9C (2023 model) and Samsung Projector Freestyle 2nd Gen (2023).
Firmware is up to date everywhere.
Google research shows that I am not the only one with the Wifi problem and it also affects other soundbar models.
I have switched to HDMI cable connection for the Smart TV.
Does anyone know a solution?Pro
- Design
- Impressive sound (especially with the additional SWA-9500S rear speakers)
- Simple configuration and control using Smart Things
- Dolby Atmos supported
Contra
- The soundbar in the Samsung Smart TV is no longer available after a while when connected via Wifi
This review was created for a different variant: HW-S800B (330 W, 3.1.2 Channel)
Optimal
The soundbar can be combined well with the TV, good sound in the various modes
Pro
- to operate immediately
Contra
- Volume cannot be set to a fixed level and must always be readjusted.
This review was created for a different variant: HW-S800B (330 W, 3.1.2 Channel)
6 out of 9 reviews
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