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SUSMatrix
post Nov 14 2013, 09:17 AM

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QUOTE(SSJBen @ Nov 11 2013, 12:00 AM)
Well, they are getting better... but not at the rate where I thought it would be at. The problem with soundbars is not because they sound horrible, it's because they don't sound good enough for how much they cost.

The few that I found which are good soundbars for the money are:

- LG NB4530a
- LG NB3530a
- Sony CT-260
- Philips Fidelio HTL9100

The Sony HT-ST7 you listed is just... bad. Really bad. Considering how much it cost, it makes it all the worse.

We're still in the stage where a good RM1.5k 2.1 system will still beat any (if not most) soundbar on the market today however.
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I support this. Was looking at soundbar...frankly RM4K soundbar and RM 2k soundbar don't sound much different. It will never come close to 5.1 system....let alone 7.2

I have tested various high-end sound bar in listening room with symmetrical shape....still not what i would expect....for that price a 1.5k amp/receiver like my new RXV 475 will give much better quality for music and superior surround effects....even with 10 years old ancient cheap speakers!

I seriously will not pay good money for such a low quality experience.
SUSMatrix
post May 14 2014, 10:29 AM

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QUOTE(defqon1 @ May 14 2014, 04:33 AM)
Hi, Just got the HTL9100 philips fidelio from Legends Sri Petaling at RM2299 + RM99 for the Philips media player which I believe it's actually complimentary from philips anyway doesn't bother me much as it's still cheaper to be compare with Harvey or seng heng which is now selling at rm2699. Retail price is RM2999. Well must admit I really like this soundbar. It sounds great, it’s versatile, and I think the surround-on-demand option is a really neat idea. If you want good sound without the hassle of trailing cables and fiddly set-ups, this is the way to go. Anyway just want to find out with you guys about the cable connection for audio and video. FYI, I m hooking up this system with my Sony Smart tv. Question 1:Which cable actually gives or produce the best AUDIO output from my tv to the soundbar? Is it the HDMI or Optical cable?
Question 2:  Which cable can pump out the best video from Philip Media player to my Sony Tv? should I use the HDMI ARC or supposed just normal HDMI input for video connection? PLs advice. Cheers!
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I also have surround on demand with my traditionak 5.1 speakers setup..
When there is demand for surround sound, I roll out the cables to the rear speakers
and roll it back up when there is no demand!!!
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SUSMatrix
post Sep 20 2016, 09:30 AM

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QUOTE(lotiman2003 @ Aug 25 2016, 12:12 AM)
HW-J7501:
http://www.samsung.com/my/consumer/tv-av/a...bar/HW-J7501/XM. Now should be around RM1700 or less.
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No DD/DD True HD/DTS/DTS-MA decoding???

 

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