Creative - Stage V2

The only soundbar I've ever purchased that cheap was a Creative Stage v2 for my pc.  I wouldn't call it great.  But it's $100 soundbar so... 

I use a Creative Stage v2 on my pc, USB connection works best.  It's okay.  Nothing special, but it's a $100 pc soundbar. 

I was in the same situation as you. I got the Creative Stage 360. Had many technical issues with it, but it was functional in that space. There is no point going for the "best" when setting yourself such a restriction. The Creative Stage V2 would be your best bet. It's the best of the budget range and should fit (68cm). Unless there's a good reason not to, I'd recommend skipping straight to wall hanging the TV.

Unless you are looking into the used market, I honestly don't think there is anything significantly better. The creative GS3 is similarly priced, the GS5 (latest gen) was just in discount for £45 a few days ago. The creative stage V2 is also a good choice. In new condition it costs around £70, but used prices often go around £40. I used this, nothing to blow your mind but significantly better than majority of PC speakers. Extra point is your guests will appreciate the extra bass from the subwoofer :).

Great, hope you will eventually stumble upon a good discount ! Other than that, I can assure the V2 would be a huge step up from the Pebble. That was my first "good soundbar" which is obviously not as good as higher end models but when I said "nothing to blow your mind" I meant in comparison to actually good systems. The higher you go, the more your perspective changes over things. But I clearly remember moving from a "decent soundbar" (for the price) to the V2 was and still is the biggest leap I have done in terms of sound quality and experience. If you can get it cheaper (e.g. Black Friday / Cyber Monday / LetsHaveChristmasDiscountsForThreeMonths ) for around 50-60 pounds I would seriously consider it even if it's "above" your pebble 's budget. Anyways I hope you will find the most suitable device for your need and of course if you have any questions feel free to ask :)

I meant this https://en.creative.com/p/speakers/creative-stage-v2 Coincidentally it's cheaper almost everywhere on the internet than on Creative's own website. I honestly don't remember (it's been 3 years since I moved this sound system to my parents place) whether the above mentioned soundbar has RCA or other port ( to connect the subwoofer), so please contact them about it (if you are interested in it ofc). It's not only about the sub to be honest. A louder, clearer and fuller sound will obviously outperform a smaller variant strictly on the sound level. The subwoofer gives it depth which most music nowadays have. You don't need to look for techno, house or purely electronic music to feel the difference, a good sub will enhance every genre so if you ask me a sub would greatly improve your experience. Even the one included in this creative stage V2. If you have the opportunity to get a soundbar which has sub output (pref RCA port, but it can be 3.5mm jack too) I would choose that. In this case if you are unsatisfied with the sub's performance you can always upgrade it. If you want I can send you some samples with both config (with and without sub) in DM and then you can decide whether it's worth it. :)

For 2.1 setup that cost $100. The V2 is pretty good imo

Yes. I got the creative stage v2 for $100 and have been happy with it