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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 4997 reviews

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  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not installed

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wrong mount brought by geek squad which made me return

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hello JohnC,

      Please know you are leaving a review and 1-star rating for the HW-B650, but we are sorry to hear of your Best Buy experience, nonetheless. You may want to consider providing feedback directly to the Best Buy store where you made your purchase.

      Should you have questions on the HW-B650 Soundbar itself, Samsung is here for you. You can reach us at 1-800-SAMSUNG, 8AM - 12AM EST, 7 days a week. Our LiveChat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.

      ~ Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Surround Sound

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Terrible sound you have to turn it up to 80 to her the voices. My cheap no name surround sound that was 10 years old was way better.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hello JimZ71man,

      Thank you for purchasing the HW-B650 Soundbar and I am sorry to hear that you have experienced these issues with your soundbar.

      To improve your dialogue, press the CH LEVEL button on your soundbar remote until you see CENTER CHANNEL. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to adjust the center channel between -6 to +6, this is where all of the dialogue comes from.

      Press and hold the (Sound Control) button for about 5 seconds to adjust the sound for each frequency band. 150Hz, 300Hz, 600Hz, 1.2kHz, 2.5kHz, 5kHz, and 10kHz are selectable using the Left/Right buttons and each can be adjusted to a setting between -6 to +6 using the Up/Down buttons. (Make sure the Sound mode is set to “STANDARD”.

      You can try adjusting audio performance to your liking by pressing the SOUND MODE button on your soundbar remote, and then selecting the desired sound effect by choosing SURROUND SOUND, BASS BOOST, GAME, ADAPATIVE, DTS VIRTUAL:X, STANDARD.

      By pressing the TONE CONTROL button, you can adjust the volume of the treble or bass sound. Press the button to select TREBLE or BASS and then adjust the volume between -6~+6 by using the Up/Down buttons.

      Additionally, using the WOOFER button on the remote, you can adjust the subwoofer’s volume between -6 to +6 by toggling the button up or down. To set the subwoofer volume level to 0, press the button down.

      If you need more help, Samsung is here for you. Please call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG, 8AM - 12AM EST (Ask for Soundbars), 7 days a week. Our LiveChat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.

      ~ Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not as good as advertised.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really did not meet expectations to go with 65" Samsung TV. Sound quality was average so I returned it. First time ever.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hello happy,

      Thank you for your review of the Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar and for sharing your opinions on the audio quality that have caused you to return your unit. Your experience is very important to us and will be shared with our product team.

      It is possible that your unit needed minor troubleshooting, a firmware update, or adjustments in settings.

      Should you ever decide to give Samsung Soundbars another try and have questions or need assistance with settings, setup, or features, please know we are always here to help.
      Call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Soundbars), available 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week.

      LiveChat with an agent by clicking the ‘Support’ link on the Samsung website.

      ~Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Audio Delay

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The audio delay from the video drove me crazy. I could not stand it

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hi PeteS,

      Thank you for taking a moment to leave a review for the HW-B650 Soundbar.

      Connecting your soundbar to a TV through HDMI will provide the best audio and user experience, often eliminating any connection or delay issues you may be experiencing. There are 2 ways to connect your soundbar with HDMI: you can connect a device to your soundbar (like a Blu-ray player) and then connect the soundbar to the TV, or you can use HDMI ARC.

      If the video on the TV and audio from the Soundbar are not synchronized, select SYNC in SOUND CONTROL (looks like a gear), and then set the audio delay between 0~300 milliseconds by using the Up/Down buttons.

      I hope this helps. If you should need further assistance, please contact Samsung Customer Support at 1-800-SAMSUNG, 8AM - 12AM EST (Ask for Soundbars), 7 days a week. Our Live Chat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.

      ~ Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Junk of a sound-bar!!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Garbage! sound-bar would go into prt mode and cut sound out till you restarted the sound-bar. Samsung don't know home theatre systems.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hello AlexZ,

      THank you for purchasing the HW-B650 Soundbar. I am sorry to see that you have experienced this issue with your new purchase.

      So that we can offer troubleshooting or warranty assistance, please call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Soundbars), available 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week.

      LiveChat with an agent by clicking the ‘Support’ link on the Samsung website.

      ~Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    poor performance

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not having good sound. Woofer base sound is too worst

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      SatishD,

      I’m sorry to hear that you’re dissatisfied with the performance of your HW-B650 Soundbar.

      Here are a few tips to optimize your Soundbar's audio performance.

      By pressing the TONE CONTROL button, you can adjust the volume of the treble or bass sound. Press the button to select TREBLE or BASS and then adjust the volume between -6~+6 by using the Up/Down buttons.

      Press and hold the SOUND CONTROL button for about 5 seconds to adjust the sound for each frequency band. 150Hz, 300Hz, 600Hz, 1.2kHz, 2.5kHz, 5kHz, and 10kHz are selectable using the Left/Right buttons and each can be adjusted to a setting between -6 to +6 using the Up/Down buttons. (Make sure the Sound mode is set to “STANDARD”.

      Additionally, using the WOOFER button on the remote, you can adjust the subwoofer’s volume between -6 to +6 by toggling the button up or down. To set the subwoofer volume level to 0, press the button down.

      If you need more help, Samsung is here for you. Please call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG, 8AM - 12AM EST (Ask for Soundbars), 7 days a week. Our Live Chat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.

      ~ Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Would not recommend - heavy delay

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The audio is delayed by a full second or two and there are no settings to adjust it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
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      Hello JakeS,

      Thank you for purchasing the HW-B650 Samsung Soundbar. I am sorry to see that your initial time with your Soundbar has not been ideal.

      So we can offer step-by-step troubleshooting please call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Soundbars), available 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week.

      LiveChat with an agent by clicking the ‘Support’ link on the Samsung website.

      ~Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Upgraded soundbar

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    … got a Black Friday deal and paid almost half cost … otherwise I wouldn’t have bought it Referred 2of my family members who bought same one :)

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
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      Hello TamaraF,

      Thank you for purchasing the Samsung HW-B650 and for your review.

      If you are experiencing specific issues which caused you to give this a 1-star rating, please know Samsung Customer Support is here to help.

      Call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Soundbars), available 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week.

      LiveChat with an agent by clicking the ‘Support’ link on the Samsung website.

      ~Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Ms.

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    In and out noises and no sound - ruins television viewing !

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hello Rutischmail,

      If available, we recommend using the HDMI connection to your TV.

      Connecting your soundbar to a TV through HDMI will provide the best audio and user experience, often eliminating any connection or delay issues you may be experiencing. There are 2 ways to connect your soundbar with HDMI: you can connect a device to your soundbar (like a Blu-ray player) and then connect the soundbar to the TV, or you can use HDMI ARC. The first method will give you the best possible sound from external devices you regularly use. ARC is the way to go if you want great sound from streaming apps on your TV and a soundbar.

      If connected via Bluetooth to the TV and the soundbar is dropping out intermittently there are a few things to check before performing any troubleshooting:
      1) The maximum wireless signal transmission distance is about 33 ft.
      2) If there is a device that uses the same wireless frequency near the Soundbar, interference may cause some sound interruption.
      4) Check all the sources on the soundbar. If the audio is dropping while watching TV it could be an issue with the broadcast.
      5) Also, please be sure you have the latest firmware update. You can update your firmware by using a USB device. You can find the update on the product page of your xxx on the Samsung website.

      If the issue persists, please contact us at 1-800-SAMSUNG, 8AM - 12AM EST (Ask for Soundbars), 7 days a week. Our Live Chat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.

      ~ Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Samsung to Samsung not compatible

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Worked once. Or I imagined it? NOT WORKING nor can my Samsung TV work with it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
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      Hello MarkP,

      Thank you for your purchase of the Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar, I am sorry that you have experienced this issue with your soundbar.

      Samsung is committed to providing the best possible product experience, quality, and value, and we back this soundbar with a 1-year limited manufacturer's warranty.

      So that we can better assist you, please reach out to Samsung Support at

      1) 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Soundbars), 8 AM - 12 AM EST, 7 days a week.
      2) LiveChat with an agent by clicking the ‘Support’ link on the Samsung website homepage.

      We hope to hear from you so we can work together to find a solution.

      ~Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Disappointed

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Didn't sound anything like what heard in the showroom. Returned.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hi StephenS,

      Thank you for your review of this Samsung Soundbar System. Your input is invaluable in our continuous pursuit of delivering the best in product and customer experience

      Should you ever decide to give Samsung audio products another try and have concerns or questions, please know we are always here to help. You can contact Samsung Customer Support by any of the below options:

      Again, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We hope to regain you as a customer in the future.
      Just give us a call at 1-800-SAMSUNG (Ask for Soundbars), 8AM - 12AM EST, 7 days a week. Our LiveChat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.

      ~ Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Sound Bar

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    the sound bar stopped working after 2 weeks and had to be replaced, which Best Buys did at no cost.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hi MyFirstTablet,

      Thank you for purchasing the new HW-B650 Soundbar and taking the time to share your experiences with us in a review.

      I'm sorry to hear that your soundbar stopped working within two weeks, but I'm glad that Best Buy was able to take care of the exchange.

      If you need any help optimizing your new soundbar or have any questions for us, please know that we are here and happy to help.

      Should you ever have questions or need help, please call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Soundbars), available 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week.

      Samsung is committed to providing the best possible product experience, quality, and value, and we back this soundbar with a 1-year limited manufacturer's warranty.

      For additional support resources such as downloading a full manual, visit us on the Samsung website and click on the ‘Support’ link in the upper right corner of the homepage.

      ~Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Upset

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not loud at all ileven when the tv is on max i was told that this sound bar was better than my last

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hello

      Thank you for sharing your review of the HW-B650 Soundbar. Your feedback is critical to us and will be shared with our internal teams.

      You can optimize your audio performance to your liking by pressing the SOUND MODE button on your soundbar remote, and then selecting the desired sound effect by choosing SURROUND SOUND, BASS BOOST, GAME, ADAPTIVE, DTS VIRTUAL:X, STANDARD.

      By pressing the TONE CONTROL button, you can adjust the volume of the treble or bass sound. Press the button to select TREBLE or BASS and then adjust the volume between -6~+6 by using the Up/Down buttons.

      Press and hold the SOUND CONTROL button for about 5 seconds to adjust the sound for each frequency band. 150Hz, 300Hz, 600Hz, 1.2kHz, 2.5kHz, 5kHz, and 10kHz are selectable using the Left/Right buttons and each can be adjusted to a setting between -6 to +6 using the Up/Down buttons. (Make sure the Sound mode is set to “STANDARD”.

      Additionally, using the WOOFER button on the remote, you can adjust the subwoofer’s volume between -6 to +6 by toggling the button up or down. To set the subwoofer volume level to 0, press the button down.

      Lastly, press the CH LEVEL button so you can adjust the volume of each speaker. CENTER LEVEL can be adjusted using the UP/DOWN buttons from -6 to +6.

      I hope these tips help you enjoy your new product.
      You can always contact us for further help at 1-800-SAMSUNG (Ask for Soundbars), 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week. Our LiveChat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.

      ~ Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Volume control on remote is tricky, but powerful.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The system is easy enough to set up and more than enough to meet a minimum need for increased volume and bass with movies, TV shows and music. The remote is less than desirable for increasing the volume though. I don’t need to adjust for TV/ movies since it’s in my home gym, so I just maxed it out on the speaker itself. That’s said, I couldn’t be happier with the purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best value sound bar

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This has to be the best “value” sound bar/surround sound out there. I originally went with the Samsung hw-b650 3.1ch as it was on sale for $200. While it was an extremely loud unit with booming bass it had limited “effect, surround, eq” settings. It lacked the surround effect I was looking for, I also had an issue using the arc input, sound would cut out and I had to turn off and on the bar to work again.. I exchanged that one for this Vizio 5.1ch and wow what a difference! Actual quality surround sound, crisp dialogue, with so many customizable settings for any type of sound needed. The cords for the surround speakers are extremely long and can be spread out to fit most medium sized rooms. I also really like the backlit remote which is very helpful when making adjustments. I highly recommend for this price point!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Item doesn't work

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This item doesnt work after Best Buy installed it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hello there,

      Thank you for purchasing the HW-B650 Soundbar and taking the time to share your experience with us in a review.

      Please reach out to your local Best Buy so that they can help you troubleshoot or replace your soundbar. If you are outside of their return policy, please contact Samsung Customer Service.

      If we can help with anything else, please call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (Ask for Soundbars), 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week. LiveChat with an agent as well as manuals, software, and warranty info can be found at the ‘Support’ link on our Samsung website.

      ~ Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    DON'T buy Samsung sound bar!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Like FIVE other Samsung sound bars , this one was defective, of course. Outside my return time!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hello,

      Thank you for sharing your experiences with the HW-B650 Soundbar. I am sorry that you are not fully happy with your purchase.

      Samsung stands behind the quality and performance of our Soundbars with a limited 1-year manufacturer’s warranty when purchased brand-new from an authorized dealer.

      So that we can better understand your issue to offer step-by-step troubleshooting or warranty assistance, please contact Samsung Customer Support. Call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Soundbars), available 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week.

      LiveChat with an agent by clicking the ‘Support’ link on the Samsung website.

      ~Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very pleased!!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this for my boyfriend as a gift. We have both been so pleased on ease of setup and the sound quality! If you aren’t looking to spend a fortune on an audio system would definitely recommend this one. Sub is definitely worth adding on. I can easily pair the sound bar to my phone and back to the TV it’s hooked up to.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Sound bar

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Guy lied about the sound quality and about the rear speakers being able to hook up to them

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hello GaryC,

      Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the HW-B650 Soundbar. I am sorry that your experience in store was not ideal.

      The SWA-9200S Wireless Rear Speaker Kit is the compatible rear kit for this soundbar. If you are having issues connecting the rear speaker kit, please contact Samsung Customer Service and we will be happy to help you.

      You can optimize your audio performance to your liking by pressing the SOUND MODE button on your soundbar remote, and then selecting the desired sound effect by choosing SURROUND SOUND, BASS BOOST, GAME, ADAPTIVE, DTS VIRTUAL:X, STANDARD.

      By pressing the TONE CONTROL button, you can adjust the volume of the treble or bass sound. Press the button to select TREBLE or BASS and then adjust the volume between -6~+6 by using the Up/Down buttons.

      Press and hold the SOUND CONTROL button for about 5 seconds to adjust the sound for each frequency band. 150Hz, 300Hz, 600Hz, 1.2kHz, 2.5kHz, 5kHz, and 10kHz are selectable using the Left/Right buttons and each can be adjusted to a setting between -6 to +6 using the Up/Down buttons. (Make sure the Sound mode is set to “STANDARD”.

      Additionally, using the WOOFER button on the remote, you can adjust the subwoofer’s volume between -6 to +6 by toggling the button up or down. To set the subwoofer volume level to 0, press the button down.

      Lastly, press the CH LEVEL button so you can adjust the volume of each speaker. CENTER LEVEL can be adjusted using the UP/DOWN buttons from -6 to +6.

      If we can further help with any other issues, please know we are here for you. Just call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (Ask for Soundbars), 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week. Or visit us on the Samsung website and click on the ‘Support’ link for:
      • LiveChat with an agent
      • Manuals, Software, & Warranty Info

      ~ Samsung Solutions Samsung

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Non-functional open box sound bar

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Probably a misunderstanding on my part, but I thought open box items were functional, but used. Perhaps scratched or scuffed, but functional. This soundbar did not have the soundbar power supply, but was rated excellent and only $20 cheaper than on-sale price for new. Didn't want to shop around for a power supply so returned it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
      Posted .

      Hello,

      Thank you for your review of the Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar and for sharing these experiences that have caused you to return your unit. Your experience is very important to us and will be shared with our product team.

      Should you ever decide to give Samsung Soundbars another try and have questions or need assistance with settings, setup, or features, please know we are always here to help.

      Call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Soundbars), available 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week.

      ~ Samsung Solutions Samsung