Sennheiser - AMBEO Soundbar | Max 5.1.4 Channel with Dolby Atmos/DTS:X - Black
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Specifications
- Wireless ConnectivityBluetoothWireless Subwoofer ConnectivityNo
- Key Specs
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Subwoofer Connectivity: false
- General
- Brand: Sennheiser
- Model Number: AMBEO SOUNDBAR
- Product Name: AMBEO Soundbar | Max 5.1.4 Channel with Dolby Atmos/DTS:X
- Color: Black
- Audio
- Number of Channels: 5.1.4 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
- Surround Sound Supported: DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, Dolby Atmos (Surround sound systems use multiple audio channels and speakers to create an immersive sound experience for the listener. There are also various proprietary technologies that imitate this kind of sound via a device's built-in speakers or soundbar.)
- High Resolution Audio: true (Hear music the way musicians and sound technicians intended it to be heard. Products that support hi-res audio deliver audio signals with a dynamic range and bandwidth far greater than that of a standard CD so you'll be able to enjoy pure music with outstanding sound quality. The device supports high-resolution audio signals, which more closely resemble the quality of music as it was originally recorded, with more texture and detail than can be heard via typical music streaming services or CDs.)
- Minimum Frequency Response: 30 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Maximum Frequency Response: 20 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- RMS Power: 100 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
- Peak Power Handling: 500 watts (The maximum amount of power an electronic device, like a speaker, can handle without damage. This refers to short bursts of power, while root mean square (RMS) power handling indicates the amount of continuous power a device can sustain. Higher levels of distortion can also occur at peak power levels when the device is powered beyond its recommended usage.)
- Connectivity
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Multi-Room Audio: true (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
- Wireless Subwoofer Connectivity: false
- HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC): eARC
- Audio Only Inputs: 1 x 3.5mm audio, 1 x Optical digital audio, 1 x USB-A
- Number of HDMI Inputs (Total): 3
- Number of USB Inputs: 0
- Number of Optical Audio Inputs: 1
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
- Video
- Video Pass-through: 2160 (4K) (Devices with this feature allow video signals to travel from their source to a target device without alteration. For example, a receiver with 4K pass-through would allow 4K video signal from a Blu-ray player to pass to a target TV with surround sound; without the pass-through ability, the receiver would not allow both 4K video and surround sound to be transmitted simultaneously.)
- Speaker
- Number of Tweeters: 5
- Tweeter Size: 1 inches
- Tweeter Material: Aluminum
- Number of Drivers: 13
- Driver Size: 3.5 inches
- Number of Woofers: 6
- Woofer Size: 4 inches
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 5.3 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 49.8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 6.7 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 40.8 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Remote Control Included: true
- Cable(s) Included: HDMI
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- Other
- UPC: 615104338883
Customize your home theater setup with this Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar | Max. The 13 high-end drivers produce powerful sound for an all-around entertainment experience, while the built-in equalizer and three bespoke AMBEO 3-D technology modes let you adjust sound settings easily. This Sennheiser AMBEO soundbar includes a remote control for easy operation, and Bluetooth technology streams audio files wirelessly. Wired subwoofer connectivity via mono subwoofer pre-out. Optional Sennheiser Ambeo Subwoofer provides wired connection and does not connect wirelessly with Ambeo Soundbar Max.
- Immersive Sound (5.1.4 Channel): Fully immersive 5.1.4 channel 3D high-quality sound experience with deep 30Hz bass without the need for an additional subwoofer, thanks to Sennheiser’s bespoke AMBEO audio technology.
- 3D Surround Sound: Delivers 3D surround sound adjusted to the characteristics of your living room via advanced room calibration and the latest virtualization sound bar technology developed with Fraunhofer.
- Customized Listening Experience: Customize your home listening experience with a built-in equalizer and three bespoke AMBEO 3D technology modes.
- Dolby Atmos, DT:X and MPEG-H Compatible: Turn your home stereo or 5.1 audio into a 3D surround sound experience with the integrated Upmix Technology, also fully compatible with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and MPEG-H.
- Built in WiFi and Bluetooth: Easy wireless streaming for your home compatible devices with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth or from the cloud via built-in Chromecast, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect.
- Home Theatre Experience: Five dedicated tweeters deliver studio-grade sound, and midrange voices are reproduced with stunning precision giving you an even better home theater experience.
- Immersive Sound (5.1.4 Channel): Fully immersive 5.1.4 channel 3D high-quality sound experience with deep 30Hz bass without the need for an additional subwoofer, thanks to Sennheiser’s bespoke AMBEO audio technology.
- 3D Surround Sound: Delivers 3D surround sound adjusted to the characteristics of your living room via advanced room calibration and the latest virtualization sound bar technology developed with Fraunhofer.
- Customized Listening Experience: Customize your home listening experience with a built-in equalizer and three bespoke AMBEO 3D technology modes.
- Dolby Atmos, DT:X and MPEG-H Compatible: Turn your home stereo or 5.1 audio into a 3D surround sound experience with the integrated Upmix Technology, also fully compatible with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and MPEG-H.
- Built in WiFi and Bluetooth: Easy wireless streaming for your home compatible devices with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth or from the cloud via built-in Chromecast, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect.
- Home Theatre Experience: Five dedicated tweeters deliver studio-grade sound, and midrange voices are reproduced with stunning precision giving you an even better home theater experience.
Whats Included
- AMBEO Soundbar | Max
- Calibration microphone
- Remote control
- Owner’s manual
- AMBEO Soundbar | Max
- Calibration microphone
- Remote control
- Owner’s manual
Product Manuals
Q: How many channels does this Sennheiser soundbar have?
A: This soundbar offers a fully immersive 5.1.4 channel 3D high-quality sound experience.
Q: Does this Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar come with a remote?
A: Yes, the Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar includes a remote control for easy operation.
Q: Does this Sennheiser soundbar require a separate subwoofer?
A: No, this soundbar does not require a separate subwoofer as it provides deep 30Hz bass without the need for one.
Q: What is the total RMS power of the Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar?
A: The Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar has 100 watts of RMS power.
Q: Can this soundbar connect to Wi-Fi?
A: Yes, this soundbar has built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for easy wireless streaming.
Q: What other audio features does the Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar offer?
A: The Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar | Max features a built-in equalizer and three bespoke AMBEO 3-D technology modes that allow for a customized listening experience.
Q: What is the maximum frequency response for this soundbar?
A: This soundbar has a maximum frequency response of 20 kilohertz.
A: The sound bar (when working) sounds amazing. It’s a close as you’re going to get to a full Dolby Atmos setup. The sound it can push out is detailed and robust. The bar itself is quite large and heavy. It’s not something you can set in front most TVs if it is not mounted on the wall. But for all it’s sound capabilities, it has some major problems. I don’t usually leave reviews on products, but I don’t want anyone else to have to haul this heavy bar back to the store multiple times like I did. I believe it has major flaws with its HDMI chipset. The first bar I had appeared to be opened as it was missing pieces. I took it back to Best Buy and they ordered another one for me. It worked well for a week. Then would not consistently turn on and recognize the devices connected to it. I sent it back. Best Buy convinced to try another bar. So I ordered another. I went through the set up. It worked twice. Then failed to recognize any devices again. I tried anything and everything to trouble shoot. I even brought in a sound engineer expert. We concluded it was a faulty chipset. I tried reaching out to Sennheiser, they gave me a vague answer via email. I finally decided to return it and install an actual Atmos system. The Best Buy manager told me they have seen several of these come back. So my two cents, STAY AWAY. Sennheiser nailed the sound quality, but what good is that when the hard Ware is useless? I think you would be better served looking at other options, or investing in wired speakers. I hope this helps.
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| Pros for Sennheiser - AMBEO Soundbar | Max 5.1.4 Channel with Dolby Atmos/DTS:X - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sound Quality, Bass, Setup, Ease of use, 3D Audio | Sound Quality, Bass, Setup, Ease of use, Dolby Atmos | Sound Quality, Setup, Ease of use, Connectivity, Design | Sound Quality, Setup, Connectivity, Design, Speaker Size |
| Cons for Sennheiser - AMBEO Soundbar | Max 5.1.4 Channel with Dolby Atmos/DTS:X - Black | |||
| Connectivity, Size, Heat, Weight | Connectivity | Bass, HDMI Ports, Price, Volume, Remote Control | Bass, Price, HDMI Ports |
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Customers are saying
Customers highly value the AMBEO Soundbar for its exceptional sound quality and impressive bass performance. The soundbar is also praised for its easy setup and user-friendly design. However, some customers have expressed concerns about its large size and connectivity issues. Additionally, a few users have noted that the device tends to get warm after extended use.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
OMG Soundbar!
I have been looking for a soundbar for sometime to replace my receiver setup because of space constraints and heat production. I read tons of reviews on soundbars. Like most of them you take them at face value and make your own mind up. Well after reading quite a few on this soundbar I'd say their right on the money. I was highly resistant to this one because of the price, but I took the plunge and now don't regret it. This is an awesome piece of AV equipment sounds excellent and has some descent bass to it also. But like most of the reviews you would read about the bass, it's a personal preference on how much you want. Well I wanted more and paired it up with a REL HT/1205 Subwoofer that I already had and WOW, WOW. I'm extremely happy with my purchase despite it's hefty price tag. Very well built and the app is very easy to use for setup and soundbar settings. Only other area of concern was the height of the unit. I had to use a TV riser to raise my TV up 5" to clear the bottom of the TV.
Posted by desertmech
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The Ambeo max can replace your whole sound system.
This soundbar has really impressed me with the sound quality and immersion. I bought it to replace my aging surround sound system which consisted of a receiver and a 7.1 speaker setup. I choose the Ambeo Max cause I wanted something which could truly fill the room with sound, and so far I've been very happy with switch. It really does sound awesome. The Ambeo effect, which is customizable, is really cool and is especially impressive when watching Atmos content. I would say compared with my old setup, this sounds more cohesive - more like an overall soundfield rather than sound coming from a series of distinct speakers. I appreciate that it can do this by itself, without multiple separate speakers. Regarding bass: I have been happy with the level of bass and bass response in music, movies, and games. I love that it has an output for a sub - I still have my old dedicated sub and I'll probably end up hooking it up to see the difference. I would say try it without a sub to see how you like it, if you think you need more bass, you can always add one later. One small thing I like is the little screen in the front. Much easier to read when changing inputs or sound mode than a series of dots or something behind a mesh. Right now I have my Xbox Series X plugged into the Soundbar, then the soundbar to the TV. The TV and Xbox say it's passing through 4K HDR and Dolby Vision. Setup was a bit tricky/wonky at first between with the app and is probably the only con. I plugged the soundbar into a lan internet connection and that helped it to pull down the update. After that it's connectivity has worked great. I'll also mention that with my 2017 TV (arc, not earc) I sometimes have to be careful in the order in which devices are turned on/off otherwise there won't be any sound/picture. Also, this is a big, heavy unit. Make sure you have space for it and possibly some help maneuvering it into place. Temporarily I've placed my TV stand legs on 2x4s to lift it up, in the future I will wall mount the TV.
Posted by Sean
- Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Excellent hardware hamstrung by mediocre software
I've had the AMBEO for about two years, and I wanted to get my thoughts out in a review. This thing rocks, but has some serious annoyances. First, the pros: Sound quality - I'm not an audiophile, so I'm not gonna quantify this with words. However, the sound is excellent, and brings my games/movies/music to life. Bass - The bass is strong with this one. Is it inferior to a standalone subwoofer? Yes. However, you have the choice of adding one if you prefer. I live in a condo, so I kept it subwoofer free for my neighbor's sanity. Size - I know it's one massive 40 pound bar, but it's still way smaller/cleaner than a traditional surround sound system. It goes a long way in keeping your entertainment area clutter free. Mixed: The AMBEO effect - The surround sound effect does work, but you need a perfect room with rectangular walls to receive the full effect. For example, my living space has a flat wall on the right, so the surround sound is absolutely UNCANNY there. The left, though, extends off into a kitchen/dining area. Not as many perpendicular walls for the audio to bounce off, so the effect is weaker and more diluted on that side. Definitely think about your room setup before you buy this. It can be the difference between an excellent experience VS a poor one. Cons: Jank - I've had this soundbar freeze on me, to the point that I can't even power it off and on. Only way to fix it is with a power cycle. Happens once a month, just enough to be a nuisance. Wi-fi reliability - every 3-4 months, this thing will disconnect from my home network and refuse to reconnect. Sometimes a simple router/soundbar reset will fix it, sometimes I really need to go digging. If that's the case, it's a 30-45 minute experience in frustration. Reliance on app - 80% of the functionality of the soundbar, including fine-tuning the audio and most soundbar settings, is built into the app. Therefore when the wifi breaks or the app glitches out, the show stops until you can get it working again. Final verdict: Solid hardware, but lots of bugs and jank and connectivity issues that makes it painfully obvious that this thing has teething issues. Frankly, I've owned it for 2 years, and even after multiple firmware updates, these problems still occur. Without any software issues, this soundbar is tremendous. It's worth the asking price. However, we don't live in that world. I'd still recommend this AMBEO, but only after a deep, DEEP discount.
Posted by JamesS
