![]() You may even find a soundbar that's tuned specifically to your needs such as the Creative Sound Blaster Katana gaming soundbar. Of course, if you're willing to spend more, the best soundbars offer a wider range of features including better surround sound. Other omissions include the lack of smart home integration, which could leave you looking elsewhere for a soundbar. When you dive into the budget market, there are corners to be cut, and it's evidenced by issues like lack of HDMI ARC support or an external subwoofer. This soundbar has plenty of power to give movies an extra kick and plenty of bass with its powerful subwoofer. ![]() Plus, you don't need to throw cash at the problem of improving your home stereo system anymore, with picks under $100 like the TCL Alto 6+. Soundbars come in all different shapes and sizes, and there are ways to use soundbars that one may not have thought of before. The grill on the front of the soundbar wraps around either side, giving it a clean look that should blend right in beneath your TV, even a smaller TV. A remote is included to adjust your audio. You get optical audio input as well as auxiliary input, so just about any TV should be able to get connected with ease. Many flat panel TVs just don’t have room for a ton of power, so this soundbar can take your audio up a notch without taking up a bunch of space. This isn’t going to shake your couch, but it will give your TV enough of a boost to clearly hear dialog and standard TV programs. Power is similarly humble with 20W per speaker, for a total of 40W. The LG SK1 soundbar stays focused on this goal with a total width of just 25.6 inches. Sometimes with a TV, you just want to keep it simple and compact. While Sony packed a slew of features to help improve the audio quality without sacrificing size, the company stopped short of providing a subwoofer to go along with the HT-S100F. The biggest pitfall with the HT-S100F is the inability to pair this with other wireless speakers to create a wireless surround sound system. Plus, with HDMI ARC support, you'll be able to cut down on the number of cables needed for your living room setup, and can use just a single remote to control everything. With Bluetooth built-in to go along with the USB Port, you can pair up your smartphone, tablet, or even computer with your soundbar. There are touch controls on the top to turn on the speaker, activate Bluetooth, and adjust the volume. You'll find a sleek and slim design that is sure to fit with the layout of just about any room in the house. ![]() That's not the case with the Sony HT-S100F. Soundbars usually sport a sleek design, but some of them end up looking too large or sticking out like a sore thumb. ![]() That is, if the three sound modes don’t quite work for you. ![]() If you feel like you’re not getting enough bass, or perhaps it's too much, relocating this subwoofer can help you find a sweet spot. One thing to remember about a subwoofer is that it doesn’t need to be in front of you, you can place it in the corner of the room or even beside your couch and still get the benefits. The subwoofer should pair automatically, but if it doesn’t, there is a button to pair it on the back. Input is handled via HDMI ARC, optical, or auxiliary, so just about any TV can get connected in a matter of moments. While a more expensive soundbar may deliver a more balanced audio experience with more customization, it’s hard to argue the sheer power you get at this price. That’s two stereo drivers kicking out a combined 120W of power, and a wireless subwoofer adding another 120W. The Alto 6+ is the most impressive package on this list, packing in all of the tech you would expect on a soundbar twice its price, while still delivering a massive 240W of total power. ![]()
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