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kazukimy
post Oct 8 2019, 12:32 PM

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QUOTE(MeToo @ Sep 24 2019, 11:28 AM)
I'm looking at Harman Kardon Enchant 1300, anyone has experience with this any input/feedbacks? Online review seems to be a mixed bag, not the best, not the worst... but price point is a sticky issue... ofcourse in Msia its about RM2600 ish which is not too bad I guess

https://my.harmankardon.com/ENCHANT+1300.ht...Current#start=1
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If you are looking for all in one, HK Enchant 1300 will be the best so far, but would suggest you have try listening to Bose 700. Previously did try HK, JBL, Sonos and Bose prior to my purchase of Bose ST 300 and Acoustimass 300, albeit the bass is not as good as HK/JBL...



QUOTE(danieltan @ Oct 4 2019, 08:41 AM)
Between JBL bar 2.1 vs 3.1 which nicer?
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Of cause the JBL 3.1 is better, with slightly bigger sub driver and more HDMI port...end of the day, better for you to listen it as sound preference is very subjective.

Just my 2 cents...
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post Oct 9 2019, 09:33 AM

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QUOTE(MeToo @ Oct 8 2019, 02:54 PM)
Just cant, no subwoofer at all for me, no way to fit it into my living room.

They have the HK Sabre SB35 for cheaper then the HK 1300 summore give free 55" 4k TV... I still didnt get it cause the SB35 comes with a subwoofer
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No worries, they do have Enchant Subwoofer if u decided to move around the furniture to accommodate the subwoofer...as at 1st, i dont want the Acoustimass as it spoiled the look of the living room, but after few tweaking, didn't regret it, haha...but still...the Acoustimass' bass...is kinda weak, wakaka

Where do you go and test the HK Enchant 1300?
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post Oct 9 2019, 11:59 AM

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QUOTE(MeToo @ Oct 9 2019, 10:25 AM)
The JBL/Harman Studio in Sunway GEO. Tested the Enchant 800 and 1300... to me there was absolutely no difference.. ofcourse the sales person explained its totally different etc etc..  tongue.gif

i suppose i can remove the art piece on display and put a subwoofer there.. right next to the TV, good height too..... but ofcourse I would have to prepare sleeping on the couch for a few days  laugh.gif
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ahh, will drop by Sunway GEO to have a look.

just say that the Subwoofer comes as bundle brows.gif brows.gif brows.gif
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post Oct 10 2019, 05:39 PM

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QUOTE(MeToo @ Oct 9 2019, 12:05 PM)
Huh.. dont even dare tell her the real price... cause I took home and tested it... she say no difference from the current Xiaomi soundbar which came/part of the TV...
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bangwall.gif bangwall.gif bangwall.gif oh well, different ppls have different listening preference, wakaka, perhaps play something with .wav or any lossless media, better yet, some action movie...wakaka

QUOTE(ape @ Oct 10 2019, 02:13 PM)
Senheng quoted me RM35++ via watsapp...i think i will take the plunge
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perhaps you can try to check with ESH, Best Denki and Desa Home...sometimes ESH does have good deals....but not often...
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post Oct 11 2019, 08:47 AM

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QUOTE(ape @ Oct 11 2019, 08:27 AM)
Ya, but this time very odd, SH quote is the lowest...
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Ok, just make sure is not a display unit. Else is a nice deal though flex.gif
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post Oct 14 2019, 03:58 PM

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QUOTE(FaezFarhan @ Oct 11 2019, 05:40 PM)
Should I buy the same brand as my TV? For rm1k is it worth it or I should save & buy a better one? Using Samsung tv.
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Which Samsung's soundbar you are looking at and how many inch is your samsung tv?

QUOTE(evil_cutie @ Oct 14 2019, 10:39 AM)
Is the new Yamaha YAS-209 a good buy? Saw it at HN selling for RM1,590...
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Does it come with the Sub? what are you looking for in sound preference?
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post Oct 15 2019, 09:42 AM

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QUOTE(FaezFarhan @ Oct 15 2019, 01:01 AM)
The R650 can get for Rm1000 from Lazada. Any stock clearance for the N650 anywhere? Btw Q60R is slight improvement or major?
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erm...sorry, but i don't really trust Lazada when come to electronic. Is better to head over to the shop, at least when u bought it, u can test the machine ensuring they are working.

Else, perhaps you can try out Sony Soundbar if you prefer more bassy notes for your soundbar...your purpose is for general speech/sound enhancement or you want your room to shake when watching some action movie?

QUOTE(cHiLdHo0drEaMz @ Oct 15 2019, 01:37 AM)
As of now, I only manage to find N650 at TBM. By the way, if you considering the need of Dolby Atmos/DTS:X, You should consider Q70R and Above

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Lol, bro, your suggestion is good, but definitely more than RM1k from his budget.
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post Nov 8 2019, 05:09 PM

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QUOTE(kennykong85 @ Nov 8 2019, 11:03 AM)
sifu sifus,

currently i only read up till page59 only, still have alot to catch up.

previously i target entry level like sansung  hwr 150, 450, 550...
the more i read , the stronger urge for me to get a better soundbar....getting more poisons and now i am targeting
1. yahama yas 107 ~ 109 series  (laz offer rm7xx)
2. jbl studio 2.0 (laz offer rm475 ~ rm559)

is there any sifus that share on the review lately on this 2 mentioned above? which 1 should i go for, i understand its best to go test myself, which i am about to do on this weekend

*i dont need alexa feature
*mostly for tv box movie/ pc gaming/ youtube music
*cant find any yas 107 on the market...stylelaser/ harvey norman website no longer have yas107...only yas108~yas109

*yas306 display unit at rm1.2k only
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On paper wise (tech details) and design (look), YAS 109 is much better if you are looking at it since YAS 107 consider old model. Just my 2 cents.

Usually JBL will pack abit more punch in Bass (low end) frequency, but you could determined it once you have tested it. Would be better if you could download one (1) flac. music and one (1) hi def movie to test the soundbar.
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post Nov 26 2019, 03:57 PM

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QUOTE(KittyKat @ Nov 25 2019, 11:35 AM)
Am now facing problem though as the soundbar is kind of "tall" and can block viewing at certain angles...
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Any picture can show how much it protrude out? else either you readjust the TV's height.

QUOTE(KahLooN @ Nov 26 2019, 03:32 PM)
You can try to purchase the TV stand, something like this. This was recommeded by 1 of the member here, as mentioned in my earlier post.
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lolz, isn't it abit of overkill? usually i will use it for event/show. Haha
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post Dec 9 2019, 03:27 PM

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QUOTE(BrokeBack @ Dec 3 2019, 06:12 PM)
SIFUS,
i wanna ask if soundbar without subwoofer
which will be good?

got a budget 0 to 2k

mainly for watching movie n karaoke
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Not a sifu, but soundbar without subwoofer, will loose its thumpy bass. However, since u wanted to opt for non subwoofer with the range of up to RM2k, lots of soundbar u can choose from Sony to Samsung... depend on your need.


QUOTE(FaezFarhan @ Dec 4 2019, 03:29 PM)
Can you guys recommend a decent 5.1 soundbar with bluetooth rear speakers for under rm1k? Or not available under that price?
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you can have a look at SONY HT-RT40 5.1CH Home Cinema Soundbar System...

QUOTE(dlwl @ Dec 6 2019, 12:48 PM)
Hi all,

Looking for a soundbar to complement my TV.
Saw and tested a few models but I can't really decide which is better sad.gif

So far a couple of this models have my attention:
1. Yamaha YAS-108 (~RM799), option to add sub in future is a considerable point hmm.gif
2. Sony HT-S350 (~RM750 Aeon promo)

This 2 models are also a little over my budget, but wondering if I should splurge on them.

1. Sony HT-X8500 (~RM13xx Aeon promo)
2. Yamaha YAS-209 (~RM14xx on Lazada / Shopee)

I live in a condo, just need enough bass for streaming shows / movies.
Other recommendations are also welcomed!

Thanks in advance smile.gif
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Basically depend on your need, u can go no wrong with Yamaha YAS-209 or the Sony HT-X8500, as my preference will go to Yamaha.

Have a read in the link provided below.
https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/sony-ht-x8500
https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/yamaha-yas-209

QUOTE(shinchan5347 @ Dec 9 2019, 11:08 AM)
sifus..which one is better between JBL 2.1 or LG SL5Y?
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Haven't tried the LG SL5Y, but JBL 2.1 is not bad. Personally, imho, i will go for JBL at least the company focusing on manufacturing audio equipment.

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post Dec 11 2019, 02:48 PM

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QUOTE(FaezFarhan @ Dec 9 2019, 05:21 PM)
Thanks bro! But the rear speakers need to be connected with wires right. Any options with bluetooth rear speakers?
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what about Sony HT-RT3 or HT-S500RF (if you are willing to spend abit more)? but don't forget, you will still need to run the power cable for the surround speaker.

 

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