I am looking for a soundbar for a 20sqm room.

 

Look into Sonos. They make great audio gear for home entertainment. *warning* its pricey.

 

The best soundbars 2022 at a glance:

• Sonos Arc
• Samsung HW-Q950T
• Samsung HW-Q90R sound bar
• Sony HT-X8500 sound bar
• LG SN11RG Soundbar
• Sennheiser Ambeo 3D Soundbar
• Sonos Beam
• Denon HEOS Bar
• LG SK8 sound bar
• Polk Audio Command Bar

 

I´ll recomment a Mars bar while considering your purchase ;-)

 

• Sonos Arc

The catch with Dolby Atmos

The flagship of the Arc is Dolby Atmos support. This is a sound standard in which sound is not only reproduced in width and depth, but also in height. In other words: rain pelts from above, a helicopter seems to hover above your head. "Every whisper and every explosion is reproduced with impressive detail and depth," says the manufacturer's website. To enhance the spatial impression, some of the sound transducers inside the Arc have been directed towards the sides, the front and the top. Two of the three dome tweeters are angled.

Just a few years ago, Dolby Atmos was reserved exclusively for cinemas, but now it is supported by soundbars from numerous manufacturers - and now Sonos, too. It's about time, after all, 3D sound has long since arrived in the mainstream. Almost every blockbuster is offered with an Atmos soundtrack, and lavishly produced series on Netflix or Apple TV+ also entice with all-round sound.

The big catch: Most users will not be able to hear Dolby Atmos with the Sonos Arc at first. Because the soundbar only has a single HDMI input, the sound from the playback device - whether Playstation 4, Fire TV Cube or Apple TV 4K - must be looped through the TV to the soundbar. However, many TV models and projectors do not support Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital is usually the end of the line. Even top models that cost more than 2,000 euros three years ago - in our test, a Samsung KS8090 - do not support 3D sound.

 

Nubert

https://www.nubert.de/soundbars/567/

 

Thanks for the link, the company I did not know !

Nubert nuBox AS-225 Soundbar Test Winner | Black Soundbar with Black Front | Soundplate for Streaming | TV Speaker with Bluetooth aptX | Soundbase with 2 Way Technology | Fully Active Stereobase www.amazon.de/Nubert-Testsieger-Soundplate-TV-Lautsprecher-Spitzenklang/dp/B084SX6H1Z?th=1
398,00€

 

For best quality sound i use this Polk Audio Signa S2. I bought this sound bar, and found a nice mounting for it that the TV sits on top of. The sound bar sounds way better than the built-in speakers, which aren't bad themselves. But with the Polk sound bar, it's easier to hear dialog, and there definitely is a surround sound effect. I'm quite happy with it.

 

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Hard to find what fits your budget and requirements, these two I can offer, you have to say whether you prefer to save on JBL or want to make a few cutbacks. I would advise yes to buy a normal 5:1 system and to lay the cables under the carpet.
CONCEPT E 450 Digital "5.1-Set" 5.1. Entertainer der Spitzenklasse. 499,99 €
https://teufel.de/concept-e-450-digital-51-set-104762000

1.) Teufel - CINEBAR ULTIMA - 499,99 €

www.amazon.de/-/en/Powerful-Subwoofer-Bluetooth-Performance-Transmitter/dp/B081TDZYD6?th=1
https://teufel.de/cinebar-ultima-105961000

Teufel Cinebar Ultima with strong sound in the test - even without subwoofer

Equipped with six high-performance speakers, two side-firing speakers for better surround sound, and the built-in subwoofer, the Cinebar Ultima produces a very good sound even on its own.

Although Dolby Atmos support is not offered here, the 380-watt soundbar still delivers a strong surround sound through its side speakers - provided that it is reasonably centered in the room and the side walls reflect well. The internal subwoofer also produces a rich sound in the test, which provides a cinema feeling especially in action scenes and is also pleasing when playing music via Bluetooth. Overall, the Teufel Cinebar Ultima offers a very good sound in the test, which is particularly convincing due to its full surround sound.

Review: https://hifi-de.translate.goog/test...l=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=de&_x_tr_pto=wapp

2.) LG Electronics DSP8YA Soundbar (440 Watt) 498,34€

LG Electronics DSP8YA Soundbar (440 Watts) with Meridian Technology and High-Res Audio Support (Dolby Atmos, HDMI, Bluetooth) [Model Year 2021].

https://www-soundbarfindr-com.trans...l=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=de&_x_tr_pto=wapp
LG https://www-lg-com.translate.goog/d...l=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=de&_x_tr_pto=wapp
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B08WM2MKXV...54c0f0e4d6605bd9e75a7880894b271fd5966f45&th=1

https://geizhals.de/lg-dsp8ya-dsp8ya-ddeullk-a2511526.html
https://geizhals.eu/lg-dsp8ya-dsp8ya-ddeullk-a2511526.html

3. Sony HT-S40R Surroundsystem - 5.1-Channel -Surround-Sound-System - 333,00€
https://www.amazon.de/Sony-HT-S40R-...ound+bar+sb3651+f6&qid=1673460470&sr=8-2&th=1

 

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For a 20sqm room, a good soundbar option is the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) for great sound and compact size. If you want something more budget-friendly, the Yamaha SR-C20A is solid. If you prefer deeper bass, look for a soundbar with a subwoofer like the Saiyin Sound Bar with Subwoofer. Make sure the soundbar supports HDMI ARC or optical input to connect easily with your TV.

 

LD Systems Maui 28 G3

 

For a 20sqm room, the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is a great all-around choice with clear dialogue and Dolby Atmos support. If you want stronger bass, the Samsung HW-C450 comes with a subwoofer and virtual surround sound. For something compact, the Polk MagniFi Mini AX is powerful for its size and includes a subwoofer. On a tighter budget, the Sony HT-S100F offers clear audio and a simple setup.

 

Have you ever considered Orb Audio speakers? They are a bit of alternative to a soundbar.

These round speakers can be matched with a small sub and aren't very deep. Made in USA. Nicely finished.

 

Don't soundbars suck in comparison with traditional speakers?

I am kind of surprised to see this question on THIS forum.
I would not be surprised to see this question on "Interior Designing" forums.

If it is to upgrade the sound of TV speakers, OK...
and if you don't want to have regular speakers in the room, OK...
But otherwise, aren't regular speakers a better investment and sound better?