Samsung - HW-Q950A 11.1.4ch Sound bar with Dolby Atmos - Black

This soundbar has a new 608mb software upgrade as of 8.12.2021. Samsung doesn't tell you what it changes but I assume it was this audible function and stability in connection. This sound bar rocks!!!! I needed to replace my old hw-k850. The sound bar now provides an audible notification when you switch inputs and when you switch audio settings. It will say "hdmi1", "Bluetooth", "adaptive sound", "game mode" etc. Which now helps negate the "display on top" gripe. This setting can be turned on the smart things app Satellite speakers are awesome and they get loud. They are some big boxes and I appreciate. These speakers have 3 speakers in them. So they are not the typical sw9500s speakers, for that reason. So if youre on the fence thinking about getting the q900 and getting the rears later, you'll be missing out. The sound bar has great low rumble. Sampled it using "without remorse" and "underground six". Subwoofer hammers!!! Connection into smart things was easy, literally plugged the sound bar in and launched smart things and it did the rest. I played in the app just to see the settings. There are some eq settings, but I use adaptive eq for my needs Earc is basically an on/off setting in my Hisense tv. It doesn't require any lip sync correction. I just turn earc on or back off to arc. When I use earc on standard cable, there is no way to get perfect lip sync. Each setting works perfectly where it's supposed to. The kravdat fabric is actually really nice, it's a sound fabric is actually design to reduce sound imperfections. The fabric actually reduces the overall weight of the bar rather than using a metal grill. It really has a functional purpose on the soundbar.bbthe fabric has very unique feel, it doesn't feel like the typicall fabric you see on the subwoofer. This fabric almost feels like a recycled cup holder. It feels hard and sturdy. You had to really out your hands on it to appreciate it. Also what people don't think about it with the metal grill, dust particles can travel into the speakers. This fabric stops stops that, again it functional. Overall this bar bangs, I've got the bar on 8 and it already is giving me a nice casual listening sound. The microphones pick up extremely well. I barely said "Alexa" and the tv muted waiting for my command. Surprised how well it picks up because my sound is physically behind my tv due to the style of tv mount I use. The response was really quick. The remote is the same as before. It pairs by Bluetooth but still has the IR function as well. I use an IR adapter since my soundbar is behind the tv. Remote works perfectly. The only reason I wouldn't give it 5 star is because the unit should be completely controlled by Bluetooth. The other reason is they only give you a 5ft power cord to plug in these satellite speakers. I had to go and buy 10ft cords from Walmart for $10 each. You use these cords in a decent set. Samsung should give you 8ft power cords. I repurpose my Radiant R1 speaker stands by simply buying an "L" bracket from Amazon $15 and using a "1/4in 20x1/4" screw and a washer $2. Nice, sturdy, looks good and saved me money on new stands. 2 HDMI inputs with 2.1 rated ports according to Samsung, I haven't tested that. Buy this soundbar it's everything you need

I was looking for a high-end soundbar to replace floor standing speakers and got the flagship 11.1.4-channel Dolby Atmos and DTS:X Samsung HW-Q950A soundbar. It came with a Soundbar, a Wireless Subwoofer, and a pair of Up-firing wireless rear speakers. This soundbar has a lot of built-in features like the Auto EQ feature, and AirPlay 2, eARC, Samsung's Q Symphony support, and Tap Sound features, built-in Amazon Alexa. Build quality is excellent with contemporary look wrap-around fabric covering. It has two HDMI inputs and an HDMI output which support 4K/60p, High Dynamic Range (HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision), HDCP 2.2, and Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC), HDMI output includes eARC and optical digital input. It supports Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and AirPlay 2, allowing to stream music from the home network. Bluetooth pairing can be done with remote, AirPlay via your Apple device, and Wi-Fi using the SmartThings app. There are basic controls centrally located on the top rear of the soundbar. I have no idea why Samsung put the display on the soundbar. It is impossible to see the sound settings, HDMI inputs while watching TV and it is really a bad design on display position. These controls are for multi-function (on/off and source select), volume up/down, and mic on/off. The provided remote is has central navigation and play/pause buttons, along with a sound control button for setting treble, bass, and audio sync. There's also a source select button, a Bluetooth pairing button, the sound mode (Standard, Surround, Game Pro, and Adaptive Sound), volume up and down, mute, and control for setting the subwoofer level. Setup is relatively easy and connected the soundbar, woofer, and rear speakers to QLED Samsung TV with eARC / ARC . I had the Samsung SmartThings app and added the soundbar. With app, it is easy to switch HDMI inputs, adjust volume, Sound mode, Equalizer, adjust woofer settings, Auto EQ, and Advanced Sound Settings to do Voice / Base enhancements, Night mode. It decodes Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, and delivers these object-based audio formats using an immersive 11.1.4-channel speakers layout. It impresses with an incredibly immersive soundstage. We have watched several movies and shows from Netflix with Dolby Atmos. I was blown away by the sound and felt like sitting in a theater. Even in a low sound setting, the dialogues were very clear. Listing music on this soundbar is bliss. This is the best soundbar on the market and delivers an immersive theater experience. *I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest opinion

Let me start by saying that I have more soundbars than I do friends at this point in my life. I'm always in search of the latest and greatest for music, movies and gaming. To say I wasn't disappointed with the HW-Q950A would be an understatement. It mounted perfectly underneath my 55" Samsung QN90A TV and it is the exact same width. There's a feature called Q-Symphony that uses the TV speakers to add more atmospheric sound to the setup, which seems to really help in sound tracking on the screen. It really sounds like the audio is coming from the specific people/objects on the screen that are producing each sound. The wireless rear Atmos speakers are a new experience for me. Each satellite not only has a front firing speaker, but a top firing and side firing speaker as well. It really helps with content immersion, especially in gaming. I was playing COD Zombies and you could hear exactly where a zombie was behind you. It saved me from dying on more than one occasion. The form factor of this year's model is exactly the same as last year's. This is an improvement over the Atmos soundbars Samsung produced in the years before 2020 and 2021, which were extremely large and bulky. There is an inch difference in height alone, making this model 2 1/2" compared to the 3 1/2" height of the older Atmos models. That's important if you are using an entertainment stand, where my 2018 soundbar obstructed my 2018 QLED TV. The SpaceFit+ function with my Samsung QLED TV is absolutely brilliant. The room I am setup in isn't a conventional shape, but SpaceFit+ somehow automatically adjusts the balance to make sure I am in the middle of the action. I didn't think I would notice the difference as much as I did, but the technology is truly amazing. The only complaint I have with this soundbar is the placement of the display. It is located on the top instead of the front. It doesn't matter too much because I am connected through HDMI e-ARC, so I can control everything from the TV screen. I just think the placement is a little counterintuitive since it isn't visible unless you are standing up and can see the top of the soundbar. I had to change the mount because it was too close to my TV and the screen was actually completely obstructed. All in all, this soundbar is an amazing sound experience that even the keenest audiophile would enjoy. The technology they packed in this thing is second to none. I can't imagine how they could possibly improve on this in the future. I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest feedback.

I received the Samsung Q950A at a discount in exchange for my honest review. Thank you #SamsungQSoundbarInsiders. Out of the box this is an impressive 11.1.4 system. It has 1 optical 2 HDMI inputs. It can connect via HDMI and Bluetooth, has Q-Symphony to sync with a compatible Samsung TV, and it’s iOS ready. I put the Q950A through its initial test by watching Ant-Man & The Wasp and some YouTube stuff. The test room is 9' x 18', but ultimately it will be in a smaller room as I already have a full audio system. The movie sound was room filling, but as I expected it doesn't produce an overwhelming over the top sound. I’ve heard Atmos in a store, and I wouldn't expect any soundbar to compete with a system that has speakers on the ceiling as in a true Atmos setup. Still, it was very impressive. The sub has decent punch to it. The sound rivals my audio system (not Atmos). One frustration which I am assuming is an issue with most soundbars is source switching. I moved the soundbar from my living room (test room) to my office where it will reside. I have two items plugged into it - cable box into HDMI1, and my PC into optical, then eArc HDMI to TV. You cannot switch between the two with both sources on (if it does, I haven’t figured it out). When both sources are on, the optical won't output sound even with the D-IN selected. I chatted with a Samsung rep and he confirmed. Same with BT which sounds amazing from my phone BTW, so I assume it's one source on at a time. In my home/office, all I can say is I am quite impressed with the Q950A. The bar sits a couple of feet in front of me, the sub under the desk, and the rears up on the wall around 7-feet behind me. I adjusted the levels to compensate for the smaller environment, and wow. The sound is so clean whether I'm watching a movie or listening to music. I didn't think a soundbar was the best for music because there isn't a 2.1 mode, but not gonna lie this soundbar handles the music very well. For somebody who has 5.1 audio systems in 4 rooms and a 9.2 system in my living room (initial Q950A test room), I was surprisingly taken back by the sound the Q950A produces. The bar has 2 up firing speakers and each rear does. That helps immensely with a full sound. It's a very clean and full sound, that handles both movies and music with ease. I can only imagine this paired with a compatible Samsung TV which I do not have. It's an upper mid to top line soundbar in my opinion regardless of price as it exceeded my expectations going in. I highly recommend this soundbar.

I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest opinion.The Samsung Q950A Soundbar was a great addition to my living room television set up! The television video is great, however, it just never gave a good sound for movies. To get the best experience possible, had to turn the volume up all the way to the 60s. I was still missing that 'surround' sound though. The sound seemed to travel through the front of the television, so I'd have to angle the tv to project the sound in the direction I was sitting. With an open concept kitchen/living room, I enjoy cooking and watching television at the same time, however, with sizzling food, it was a bit harder to hear the television than I would have liked. With the soundbar addition, I can get amazing surround sound no matter where I am at, whether in the living room or kitchen! As a matter of fact, I can hear it very clearly in the guest bathroom over 100 feet away on only volume level 20. When I say clearly, I mean crystal clear. With the door closed, I could hear every word that was being said on the show and the background noise was also clear enough through the door that I could hear that too. It also paired automatically with my Samsung - 65" Class Q60 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Tizen TV Model: QN65Q60RAFXZA. As shown in the photo, after plugging in the sound system and turning it on, the tv prompted me to select an option to allow or deny access to the device. Once connected, I was able to make the sound system my primary mode of sound very quickly and easily. It is very easy to change the sound modes with the remote also! At the top of the soundbar, it shows the modes as you flip through them, but it is not noticable when you are not changing the modes. In other words, you will not see the mode it is currently on unless you are changing it, so there will not be a glowing light from the top of the soundbar all the time. While I chose not to mount it to the wall at this point in time, there is mounting hardware and instructions in the box as well. Samsung not only thought of everything stylish, modern, and minimalist with this soundbar, but the quality of both the equipment and the sound is amazing! I truly feel like I am sitting in a movie theater when I turn the volume up and turn down the lights! The modes are perfectly set up and I think you would do a disservice to yourself if you choose to pass this soundbar up!

TIme to Meet the New Samsung HW-Q905A 11.1.4ch Dolby Atmos DTS:X Soundbar! Samsung has Taken this year's System to the next level With True 11.1.4 Bringing us Insanely awesome performance! Samsung latest System Comes Complete with everything you need and Is outstanding! Featuing Standard,Game Pro,Adaptive,Surround Sound Expansion sound modes. It has SmartThings App Yes Q-Symphony Yes Active Voice Amplifier Yes SpaceFit Sound SpaceFit Sound+ Tap Sound Yes Spotify Connect Yes Voice Assistant Alexa(Built-in)AirPlay2 Yes. ODecoding Format AAC Yes MP3 Yes WAV Yes OGG Yes FLAC Yes ALAC Yes AIFF Yes. I cannot express how Amazing you will feel when you set it up and watch your first movie. Theater at Home is a understatement. Dolby Atmos immersion like you can only imagine except it is real and at Home! Be ready The Bar is Large powerful and Well built. It has a cloth and hard plastic exterior. It Features Hdmi Earc and Also has 2 additional Hdmi Ports. Featuring full 4k Hdr10+ pass through. The system provides a total of 22 speakers. It's comes with a one Remote a Hdmi cable and the Soundbar Mounting kit. Also the rear speakers and Bass Module. So no need to purchase any additional equipment. Wireless connectivity is on full display with Wifi Bluetooth and Samsung SmartThings Control From your mobile device. Setup is a breeze with Samsung's auto calibration every one can have pro sound at home. Dolby Atmos and DTX:X immersion is amazing. But often Marketing Throws These formats on products without true Results. That is certainly not the case Here and Wow. Literally all I can say is wow. I think I might just start charging admission to My home theater lol. That's how outstanding this system performs. As the sound of bullets wisk by your ears and the rain sounds fall from above. You will forget that you are home and be fully immersed in your favorite movie or Video game. But let's not forget Music. With Samsung tap and play on board. You can simply tap your favorite galaxy device and your favorite Spotify list will begin to play. Once it does Boom you will feel like you are at your favorite artist Concert. Yes it sounds that good and the thunders Bass will make your heart pound with adrenaline. Bottom line is this is the one you have been waiting for. It's amazing fantastic and beautiful. I recommend that you buy one.. then set it up give it a listen. Once you do you will realize that you own one of the best Soundbar systems on the market! I Received a discount For my honest Review.

Purchased this to go with my Samsung 85” 4K tv. It is awesome! A whole new experience. Love the sound, love the look. Could not ask for more. Bonus wireless rear speakers an subwoofer! DYNOMITE!

Samsung’s first Dolby Atmos soundbar is just simply amazing. First impressions was, what was in this big heavy box? It’s just a soundbar, right? This soundbar is huge and so is the subwoofer and surround speakers. You can clearly tell that there are quite a few speakers in there. If you do decide to mount your rear surround speakers, make sure you get some sturdy mounts since the rear speakers have some weight to them since they are self-amplified and have multiple speakers inside. I placed the main soundbar under my screen in my theater room and placed both surround sound speakers on stands at head level while seated. The subwoofer is to the right of the screen on the floor. Connecting the soundbar was very easy via HDMI/ARC. You also get two HDMI inputs, an optical input and Bluetooth. The built-in Alexa works well controlling my lights in my theater room. Once connected to my SmartThings app, I was able to just tap my Galaxy to the soundbar and listen to my music wirelessly. Now for the sound. Compared to my 5.1 soundbar I had before, this sounds just incredible with a true 11.1.4ch sound. I’ve really missed going to the theaters and this totally makes up for it. I usually pay extra to watch movies in the “Dolby” screen to get that sound, and I feel that I have created that at home. I’ve played some sample Dolby Atmos videos from the Dolby App on my Xbox Series X and I am very impressed. Somehow it “throws” the sound around you that gives you the 360° sound. The bass is very loud and clear and fills the room where you can feel every boom. Movies just sound amazing and the dialogue is nice and clear. Gaming is just as wonderful. With Game Pro Mode, you get that 3D full immersion that you’re in the game and you hear everting coming from all around you and even above. This is definitely a top tier next-gen soundbar that you must hear. Disclaimer: This was purchased at a discount to provide my honest review.