S95AR

I got the bundle also from LG with the G5 83” and S95A. At low volume, you don’t even hear the speakers and base. If you turn it up to a decent level, it sounds a lot better. Lower volume it’s just a sound bar I hear.

My theater screen was unfortunately really dark when I went to see WEAPONS, so the LG OLED G5 77" would definitely be an improvement when I watch those nighttime scenes on it. And that S95AR sound bar is gonna be great for that one scene with the scissors... if you know you know. Here's my crappy current Insignia TV https://preview.redd.it/xjw64gav31yf1.jpeg?width=2992&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f5584455d828fb145ed16046d083ef08277907f3

I just got the G5 and S95ar last week. Got it on sale for 3.5k with a free lg bounce and stand which I might sell. I am having the best time ever. 10/10

Yeah, it doesn’t feel like a huge jump from the S95TR, but I like that LG added some refinements. For anyone new to the lineup it’s a solid option, though if you already have the TR the upgrade probably isn’t a must.

It's not a big factor, only bonus is wireless Dolby atmos(dd+, compressed), and having the tv speakers and soundbar work together, which makes a small difference but not meaningful enough. Imo, just get the cheapest one although the samsung is only 50 more and u can get it rn, up to u if u wanna wait. Also the samsung hdmi ports can all do 4:4:4 chroma which the lg can't, although that doesn't matter as u have a G5 with 2.1 ports.

Plugging in in is definitely better, u wont run into any issues compared to wireless sometimes. Idk how ur setup is rn, but when using wow-orchestra(thats what its called on LG) u dont have the ability to control the tv and soundbar it gets set to an certain level, so u wont hear the tv over the normal speakers, its just like way more in the background, I think its like if the soundbar volume is 15 the tv would be on like 5/8, but I dont know 100% on LG, but its like that on samsung. So the difference is small, but it makes the audio sound bigger, and dialogue a bit clearer. But also on certain things it might harm the audio quality, but overall its cool. Although keep in mind dont make it a factor, as the only reason for this feature is so u buy into the same product line😂 I think I would get the LG in ur case, since u dont mind waiting.

Honestly these are all good value. It's basically up to what u feel is best suited. The q990d is the best all round soundbar. For bass u gonna want to go with the jbl 1000mk2(i wouldnt get the 1000 cause its older now) Between the LG the S95AR is better period, its also newer. Don't get the q930 as the jbl 1000 mk2 and s95AR would be the better choice. Imo, i think I would go with the LG S95AR, and if u like a lot of bass go with the JBL 1000 mk2

So I had a LG s95AR that I bought alongside my new 77” C5, and I was not impressed at all with it, plus the WOW CAST was horrible. Returned it and purchased a Q990F on Greentoe, and it was advertised as a Q990F/ZA, but when I was getting ready to open it up, noticed the model number on the box said /ZC, and I’m not looking forward to warranty issues down the line. Contacted vendor who fulfilled through Greentoe and they are confirming on their end the US vs Canadian warranty concerns, but I figured this is giving me the option to return the sound bar and potentially get the JBL 1300x MK2. I have heard quite a few amazing things about it, and this would primarily be used to play single player games on PS5 and watch high action. Movies with the family so the bass from the JBL is enticing. However, what do you guys think? Should I throw I. The Nakamichi Soundwafe into the mix? Swap out the ZC for a ZA? Or pickup a JBL? Also, regarding the JBL, I noticed that when I look up the JBL, I see two different subwoofer options, a down firing 12in or a side wiring dual 8in. What makes the difference?

An unsolicited note of caution for you in case you try to go with a repair directly through LG - I am in the middle of a multiweek battle with LG support over a defective (out of the box) subwoofer. The system (S95AR) was available as a “free” add on incentive to purchase a 83” G5 via the LG website. The subwoofer that I received as part of this system would not “pair” with the sound bar (rear speakers paired immediately). After about an hour of testing, I narrowed the problem down to a failed RF module in the brand new subwoofer but LG still insisted that I return the entire audio system so that they could test it themselves for warranty service rather than send me a replacement subwoofer as they were unwilling to even consider my clear and consistent test results. After almost 2 hours of debate (phone and chat) I conceded. This required me to deinstall and repackage (a large and heavy 3D puzzle) the entire sound system. Note for future commenters who will flippantly say that I should have just returned the entire order like it was a pair of defective socks - that the only way that they’d be willing to replace the subwoofer would be if I were to deinstall, repackage and return the entire order including the TV (quite a tall task for an aging boomer who lives alone). I would then be required to reorder a replacement television but the sound system was no longer available as a bundle. Regardless, when LG eventually received the soundbar system at their repair facility in California they immediately canceled the repair because I had the temerity to escalate my problem to the executive complaint team. When this happened they seem to have “lost” the sound system and have not been able to provide an update via phone, web chat, email or twitter chat on when or if I will ever receive a working sound system. TLDR; buckle up as the LG warranty repair ride can be bumpy if decide to go that route.