How to Choose Soundbars for:
Large open-concept rooms(According to Reddit)
Who is this for?
Owners of 'Great Rooms' or combined living/kitchen areas where audio needs to fill a massive volume of air.
Unique demands
Standard flagship bars can sound 'thin' in large spaces; this use case requires high-output systems like the Nakamichi Dragon.
- High total system wattage (output power)
- Powerful or dual subwoofers (10-12\" drivers)
- Physical rear speakers for true surround coverage
Prioritize
Total system SPL (Sound Pressure Level): Necessary to maintain audio clarity and impact at a distance in expansive spaces.
Soundstage width: A wider bar is needed to match the scale of large TVs and provide proper stereo separation in big rooms.
Deprioritize
Compact form factor: Small bars lack the physical driver surface area to move enough air for a large room.
Integrated subwoofers: Internal woofers cannot pressurize a large volume of air effectively; a large external sub is mandatory.
