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When it comes to watching TV or movies at home, there’s nothing more irritating than a subpar audio experience from your television, especially when your TV has the volume all the way up and still isn’t loud enough. If that's the predicament you find yourself in, fear no more! Amazon Prime Day 2024 is almost here and will feature a slew of deals on Soundbars, which our in-house home theater expert says are your “best bet” for getting “loud, high-quality audio for your home theater.” The best part is you don’t have to wait until Prime Day! Early deals have already begun to pop up.
When purchasing a soundbar, our experts have this to say, “There are some things to consider before making your new purchase: Brand is important, as some soundbars are more compatible with TVs of a similar brand. LG doesn’t tend to play well with Sony, for example (a fact I learned the hard way when I purchased my LG C3 OLED).” With that in mind, here are some of the best Pre-Prime Day deals you can find right now on soundbars.
The JBL Bar 5.1 is a lightweight surround sound system that offers “‘multibeam’ technology in an attempt to fill the room with immersive, theater-like audio,” according to our review. The Bar’s compatibility with AirPlay and Google Chromecast means that you will also be able to connect your smartphone to the speaker if you want to listen to some tunes while you get your Sunday cleaning situated.
If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative to the Bar, the Sony HTX8500 is currently available at a lower cost than the Bar. If you’re a diehard PlayStation player who wants to stick with Sony, this Dolby Atmos powered soundbar will help you make the most of your PlayStation’s newly added compatibility with Dolby Atmos.
For those hoping for a decent budget-friendly soundbar, the Samsung HW-B550 may be worth considering. It comes with a built-in adaptive sound feature that analyzes what you are watching and adjusts the EQ profile accordingly. If you are watching a movie and want to quickly switch to a sports game or the news, this feature promises to allow you to forget about changing the sound profile and still get an enjoyable listening experience.
Looking for more deals? Then keep an eye on our up-to-the-minute Amazon Prime Day 2024 Deals coverage.