JonDnD 2,648 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 I have a couple 5.1 systems now that I've had for a long time , but when I get a new TV when XSX comes out I'm thinking I'm cleaning up a bit and ditching rear speakers in favor of a soundboard. At quick glance , some of these are expensive , like over 1k expensive . I'd be willing to spend around 500 or so . I see some are 2.1 ,3.1, 5.1 ,7.1 etc . I dont want one with separate rear speakers so is it best to go 2.1 , or do the 5.1 + ones separate sound well enough ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MalaXmaS 649 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 Soundbars sound pretty shitty. It's simulated virtual surround sound. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DynamiteCop 2,087 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 Yeah I'm more about multi-speaker audio, a soundbar isn't enough imo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JonDnD 2,648 Posted May 18, 2020 Author Share Posted May 18, 2020 I dont really care about losing surround sound . I dont play games and music as loud as I used to . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DynamiteCop 2,087 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 Get a really nice 7.1 headset or something Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JonDnD 2,648 Posted May 18, 2020 Author Share Posted May 18, 2020 Headsets are for hermits . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ike★ 2,919 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 I have a sound bar with a separate subwoofer that’s optical audio from the tv. Great sound and I like the clean look. I have a Vizio that I bought a few years ago for like $250. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JonDnD 2,648 Posted May 18, 2020 Author Share Posted May 18, 2020 Is it a 2.1 ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ike★ 2,919 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 7 minutes ago, JONBpc said: Is it a 2.1 ? Yeah, it’s just the one speaker under the tv and a the subwoofer. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JonDnD 2,648 Posted May 18, 2020 Author Share Posted May 18, 2020 Guess I'll have to shop around Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Twinblade★ 3,937 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 I've been using the built in speakers in the tvs i've owned for as long as I can remember. I think its time I invest in some sort of external sound setup, if ya'll come across anything good then let us know. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lynux3 2,119 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 I have a full 7.2.2 and st5000. Obviously the physical shit is way better, but a good sound bar holds its own. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Goukosan 2,258 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 I have a Q90R Soundbar, love it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JonDnD 2,648 Posted May 18, 2020 Author Share Posted May 18, 2020 So I got a cheap soundbar with my TV and its surprisingly good for my small bedroom . Gives me confidence that a good soundbar will be just fine . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JonDnD 2,648 Posted May 18, 2020 Author Share Posted May 18, 2020 17 hours ago, Goukosan said: I have a Q90R Soundbar, love it If I were to spend that much I'd def not get a soundbar but it seems good . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Goukosan 2,258 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 18 minutes ago, JONBpc said: If I were to spend that much I'd def not get a soundbar but it seems good . I have a cheap one for my bedroom and I use this one for the living room. I did alot of research and this was the best one available in 2019 and it had everything I wanted.... Plus I hadn't updated my living room speakers for like 13 years... lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kaz 2,440 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 headsets are for hermits Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tears of the Cows 1,213 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 I have this in my bedroom and honestly never use it because shit booms but it’s nice & pretty discounted https://www.bestbuy.com/site/vizio-smartcast-5-1-channel-sound-bar-system-with-5-1-4-wireless-subwoofer-black/5768100.p?skuId=5768100 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Remij 4,690 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 20 hours ago, JONBpc said: I dont really care about losing surround sound . I dont play games and music as loud as I used to . I can feel you on this... but nah.. no way in hell I'd be downgrading to a sound bar. Audio is going to get even better in the upcoming consoles, and Dolby Atmos is sex with the right setup. If you were in an apartment I could understand, but nah, in a house.. get them speakers set up. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cooke 2,033 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 It will never beat 5.1 or 7.1 sound Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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