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Ultimea d60 gamit ko now. Sadly after around 7 months bigla bigla nalang na d-disconnect bluetooth nya 3x/5mins. I already contacted their support waiting nalang sa pick up. Kaya bibili nalang ako new. after magawa ultimea benta kona
False advertisement False advertisement. They advertised the the Poseidon D60 works with their app. IT DOES NOT! I contacted them and they kept saying the some D60s do not. I told them it was advertised to and they finally agreed for me to send it to them to be exchanged. They paid for 10 day, yes 10 day, shipping. Considering I ordered it off Amazon for 2 day shipping 10 day is ridiculous. Well now they have had it now for 7 days after the received it is insane. It is a shame when they make a mistake that they handle it so poorly.
Check on ULTIMEA soundbars. I have the M60 Poseidon and am extremely impressed. The D60 includes rear speakers and is under $200. I think these are incredible values. I’m coming from Samsung Q900 and Vizio SB3621.
Hi there, I'm actively using the D60 and I really like it, so most probably you get a bad deal if you can get it for cheap. I would advise the X40 (400 US$ , so it might be out of budget) as it has a wider front soundbar part, so you will feel that the side speaker sounds are coming from the side, not from the front only as with D60 + the up-firing speakers and bigger subwoofer can give a better experience
Hi guys - I know a lot of people hate Ultimea, but as a non-audiophile person, I was satisfied with their Poseidon D60 5.1 soundbar system in terms of sound quality, virtual Dolby Atmos surround sound. I thought about upgrading this to a 5.1.2 system with up-firing speakers (as I can't put speakers on my ceiling in the flat I rent) and saw this for about 300 usd. Does anyone have experience with this? Do the up-firing speakers gives any extra value to the whole cinema-feeling? In case someone can recommend any better 5.1.2 (I wouldn't need another 5.1 system or 7.1, thank you) soundbar systems for less than 350 usd (this is my very maximum currently for a new audio system) which supports Dolby Atmos and HDMI eArc , I'm very open-minded to any ideas. And I would like to buy only new products because of warranty purposes, so I wouldn't prefer the used speakers from marketplace as I read it in many older Reddit posts. Thank you in advance
The Skywave F40 Boom does not support it - but I'm satisfied with Dolby Atmos on my Poseidon D60
Just to update this post, I bought it in the end and I love it. Dolby Atmos is fine. The Xupmix mode is not for me, but the original is perfect. I tested 4 types of Ultimea 5.1 soundbars and so far, this is the best for the budget in my opinion. Sound is clear, bass can be strong, within the app I can basically modify everything. I was in my local store to test more expensive devices from known brands like LG, but for me those didn't feel any better (I'm not an audiophil, so maybe this is why). So in case someone in the future comes here, I can recommend this model. And please avoid the Ultimea Nova S80 model - The subwoofer had some issues when playing normal youtube videos even when bass was on the lowest option. So that was a no-no for me. Also, if someone wondering, the up-firing speakers didn't give any bog noticable difference, but the soundbar's width compared to the Aura A30 and Poseidon D60 is superior in my opinion. Poseidon D60 is fine too as a secondary speaker for my other TV, but in the future I might replace it to this same model when this gets cheaper.
EDIT: This is NOT a paid review. I spent 2 years collecting my experience with this brand and the only purpose of this review is to help to ones who choose these products but can't decide which model to buy. If you don't like them, it's okay, choose another brand and please just scroll and don't share hate here. Any real life experiences (good or bad too) are appreciated in the comment section so it will help others too. I can see that the haters cannot be persuaded with anything that this is not paid review, so I won't even try anymore. \_\_\_\_\_\_ Hey everyone, I recently tested multiple Ultimea soundbars across different price ranges (this is not sponsored, bought all of them myself). I’m not an audiophile - just a regular movie lover guy who wanted to find the best budget speaker for himself and chose this brand. Sorry for stock photos, it is much easier to show how the speakers are positioned in a room - as this is different in many models + I already sold most of them. If needed, I can share my own photos too. All soundbars were tested in two rooms: a smaller one (\~6 m²) and a larger one (\~25 m²). Surround speakers were positioned behind or next to me, about 70 cm in the larger room and 100 cm in the smaller one. I mostly watched Dolby Atmos movies on Netflix and other streaming apps. None of these soundbars support THX, and some have 4K passthrough HDMI ports, though I didn’t use those. Prices are in USD. # Low-Budget Category **1. Solo B30 Pro – 2.1 soundbar (was a gift, sold for 55$)** * **Rating:** 3/10 * **Experience:** Suitable mainly as a computer soundbar. Built-in subwoofer doesn’t deliver strong bass, but it’s better than nothing. Fine for casual YouTube or Twitch viewing, but not impressive for movies. * **Base stats:** * Peak power: 120W * Dimensions: 40 × 10.8 × 6.6 cm * Connection types: Aux, optical, USB, Bluetooth 5.3 * Extra SUB out port (not tested) https://preview.redd.it/kyo2419dtvpg1.jpg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4ebaa390499af438142ec5f325ecc0b3a6b08570 **2. Aura A30 – 5.1 wireless (109$)** * **Rating:** 4/10 * **Experience:** First soundbar I owned, much better than TV speakers. Surround is virtual, not true Dolby Atmos, but creates decent immersion. Rear speakers are loud and usable even in larger room. Small main soundbar makes front-left/front-right/center sound to feel less distinct. Subwoofer weak but usable. No HDMI ARC/eARC, so volume adjustments require app or remote. * **SURR mode:** 5/10 – because it's not real Dolby Atmos, but I liked the way it created surround sound from normal Youtube videos. The dialogue sound didn't only came from the front speakers, but from the Surr speakers too (I like it more this way, it just feels bad without it, when there is only silence behind me while watching a Youtube video) * **Base stats:** * Peak power: 250W * Dimensions (W × H × D): Soundbar \[40 × 6.5 × 10 cm\], Surr \[8.2 × 8.8 × 8.1 cm\], Sub \[14 × 22 × 19.5 cm\] * Connection types: Optical, Aux, USB, Bluetooth 5.3 * Wires: wire between Soundbar -> Sub, wires between Surround speakers, but they connect wirelessly to the main Soundbar https://preview.redd.it/1xfl0kiitvpg1.jpg?width=600&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0c18c33801cfeb9912ca9315bb960842763a02aa **3. Poseidon D60 – 5.1 wireless with Dolby Atmos (180$-gift->125$)** * **Rating:** 6/10 * **Experience:** Front soundbar slightly larger than Aura A30 (but still small, not ideal for bigger rooms), subwoofer stronger. Dolby Atmos improves movie immersion. In larger rooms, speaking voices mostly come from front. Subwoofer felt through floor, volume typically 30–60%. * **SURR mode:** 6/10 – Dolby Atmos adds immersion, but dialogue is not coming from rear speakers (unless someone talks from behind in a Dolby Atmos movie), which was worse for me * **Base stats:** * Peak power: 410W * Dimensions (W × H × D): Soundbar \[40 × 7 × 9 cm\], Surr \[13.5 × 7 × 9 cm\], Sub \[15.5 × 24.4 × 21.5 cm\] * Connection types: HDMI eARC, Optical, Aux, USB, Bluetooth * Wires: wire between Sub -> Surr and between Surr speakers, but Surr speakers connect wirelessly to the main Soundbar https://preview.redd.it/ydzkvzoxtvpg1.jpg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f93929bf5dc9eab6c762dd85bae0054c39a53d3f # Mid-Budget Category **4. Nova S80 – 5.1.2 wireless with up-firing speakers(\~200$)** * **Rating:** 6/10 (not ideal for the price) * **Experience:** Bigger main soundbar improves sound noticeably. Subwoofer is strong, had to turn power down in smaller room. Up-firing speakers barely audible. Small clicking noise from subwoofer noticeable even at low volume -> heard that this was an issue for many people, so this is why I replaced this * **SURR mode:** 5/10 – rear speakers required max volume to be noticeable; dialogue placement was fine. * **Base stats:** * Peak power: 520W * Dimensions (W × H × D): Soundbar \[80 × 3.8 × 9 cm\], Surr \[15 × 38 × 8.2 cm\], Sub \[31.5 × 38.5 × 19 cm\] * Connection types: HDMI eARC, Optical, Aux, USB, Bluetooth * Wires: wire between Sub -> Surr and between Surr speakers, but Surr speakers connect wirelessly to main Soundbar https://preview.redd.it/o4rknhnytvpg1.jpg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=620dd459013d051d3e0447c7744e3d135d00c2d4 **5. Ultimea Skywave F40 Boom – 5.1.2 wireless with up-firing speakers(290$)** * **Rating:** 9/10 (my favorite) * **Experience:** Larger main soundbar, very loud rear speakers (had to reduce in small room). Subwoofer almost as powerful as Nova S80. Dolby Atmos movies feel immersive. BOOM version improves sub compared to standard F40. * **SURR mode:** 9/10 – voices mostly from front, but subtle rear sounds create pleasant immersion. * **Base stats:** * Peak power: 460W * Dimensions (W × D × H): Soundbar \[8 × 9 × 4.6 cm\], Surr \[6.9 × 6.9 × 12 cm\], Sub \[20 × 23.4 × 31.5 cm\] * Connection types: HDMI eARC, Optical, Aux, USB, Bluetooth * Wires: wire between Main -> Sub, between Surr speakers; Surr speaker connects wirelessly to Main https://preview.redd.it/yh6qotdztvpg1.jpg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a377937e2b7a53e2e62422c153c07c65392edbaf
I am the same. I don't judge a brand based on people's hate who didn't even try it. If someone really tries it out and shares their honest thoughts (which can be bad too of course), I appreciate it, because it will help me choose a better model of the brand (like in my case I advise to avoid Nova S80 based on my experience, but it can be a solid choice for others). I searched for many options when I wanted a cheap 5.1 system, but couldn't find any trusted brand with the same pricerange, same or better features. Maybe others which are more expensive have better sound quality, but my normal ears most probably won't really hear that much difference, so this is good enough for me. I will share a review once I try out my Skywave X100, please share your thoughts about it too once you have a chance in May-June.
Do you want to see the receipts too? What would you like to see to believe tham I'm not a paid reviewer but a normal user of this brand who wanted to share his knowledge? In my case, it was not a scam at all. I ordered the item, I got what I ordered, and I actually liked it, even if it's unbelievable for you. I bet you never even tried this brand just like to spread \*\*\*
If you'd like, I can show the photos I created when I sold them, but I think most of them wouldn't help to see where the subwooofer is positioned, which speaker is connected to which speaker. Also, as I bought all except one from online, I can even show the receipts too. In Hungary we have a Youtuber called Anoniminc who always gives honest opinion and he showed me the Aura A30 first - after I tested and saw that I liked that, I continued with the same brand as I didn't want to pay more on other known brands like Samsung or LG. Here is a photo of my F40 Boom: https://preview.redd.it/wzwcb3hb4wpg1.png?width=1536&format=png&auto=webp&s=2363cc5cd1f4f9049869e4f039f10167dfa03c28
I totally accept your opinion as well with no hard feelings at all. If someone has more sensitive hearing, they might notice bigger differences than me. Me and my wife both had very similar opinion on these and a few of my friends as well -> but neither of us are audiophile, just normal folks.
I get it that you don't like the brand. No hard feelings on that. But I spent 2 years collecting the information for these and nobody paid me to promote the brand. If you read my review, I said the bad things as well honestly. So just please don't do personal attacks on me because you don't like a brand and I wrote a personal, non-paid review about it.
https://preview.redd.it/glii251hrwpg1.png?width=1281&format=png&auto=webp&s=c9df8ad1673963fdf2a99094228e004c385b4f02 My review is clearly not fake, thanks. Fake reviews don't talk bad about their products. I old the truth honesly. I can attach my own device photos too, but that won't really help people who would like to buy devices from this brand. I attached 2 somewhere here in the comments, you can see that I used them for a while. Here are the ones I bought from their site:
Can you show me one please for this price, which is 9.2.6 (or similar, up-firing speakers don't really matter to me), has full wireless connection, supporting THX, Dolby Atmos and has very good sound quality? With my F40 Boom, I have a decent one, so I want an upgrade over it with more, bigger rear speakers, better SoC. Earlier when I asked for help in this sub, nobody could mention even one at my past price range which knew the same things as the Ultimea, so I ended up with them and didn't regret. I really wanted to try others too, but people either advised 2nd handed items (I'm not a fan of it because of warranty), or soundbars which were much more expensive. I'm very open-minded to other brands too if someone can really show me the ones which are at similar price, but better.
I can see it for about 900$ in my country. And 200$ is quite a lot of difference for me and that only have 2 rear speakers. I believe that it has better sound quality than my 300$ one, but I'm not sure if I would hear the difference. I already tested an expensive (about 800$) Samsung with 2 rear speakers at my cousin's house, but honestly I liked my setup more due to the way it created the surround sound. I like when the surround sound includes a bit of the dialogue too which the Samsung didn't do.
I'm really sorry about that. I'm not a daily user of this subreddit. It took 2 years for me to collect the experience about the various models and thought that I would share my opinion - a real one, which is not sponsored in any way. I hoped it might help people choose the most suitable for them in case they choose this brand too
You need a reality check if you think this is a paid review. Just because a brand buys reviews, it doesn't mean that there aren't any people who actually tries these outs and share their honest opinion. I did and shared my thoughts -> and as you see apart from my last model, I found issues in all of the others and didn't give them much score, because I share reality, not paid 10 / 10 points.
I own this , and it works great. https://a.co/d/0e8uMj1W You could go with the D80 which is 7channel and still be under budget. This being said, I still miss my full amp/receiver speaker setup.
Thanks for the detailed and in my experience accurate review. I bought it after finding stellar reviews online. If you get it on sale it is very decent value. My biggest disappointment is the bass. It's sooooo soft. Maybe it would be good in a super small room. But yeah if you want strong bass, look elsewhere. Other than that the sound quality is very decent for the price. The surround effects are very nice. Sound could be a little more crisp. Build quality is also excellent for the price. I am wondering what would be a step up from these with strong bass and Atmos support.
Those are solid budget options for a basic upgrade, but if you’re open to another choice that’s usually in the same price range and offers a noticeable step up in real-world use, you might want to consider Ultimea (like the Poseidon D60).
I own a Poseidon D60, and for its price range it performs genuinely well for movies, gaming, and everyday use.
I get where you’re coming from, but I don’t fully agree with that take. I own a Poseidon D60, and for its price range it performs genuinely well for movies, gaming, and everyday use. I also think it’s a bit unfair to dismiss a brand without hands-on experience.Real-world use matters a lot. Not everyone wants or needs to drop flagship-level money to get enjoyable, immersive [sound.At](http://sound.At) the end of the day, “buy once, cry once” works for some people — but for others, good sound at a fair price is exactly the right balance. And Ultimea fits that space pretty well in my book.
I’m a Poseidon D60 user and I’m really happy with how it improves clarity and punch compared to built-in TV sound. It makes voices much clearer and brings films and shows to life without needing a massive setup, so it’s definitely worth a look if you want a noticeable upgrade. Quick answers to your questions: A good soundbar can dramatically improve dialogue clarity and overall movie sound.subwoofer not mandatory, but a subwoofer helps add deeper bass for action scenes,if you want a little extra “oomph.”Dolby Atmos It can add height/immersive effects. If you’re considering options, check out Ultimea’s soundbar lineup!
I understand your perspective; budget constraints are a reality, and you're trying to find the best compromise for your setup. I currently use the Poseidon D60 in a room of about 20 square meters, and overall, it performs quite well for everyday TV viewing, movies, and casual gaming. Dialogue is clear, and the sound feels much broader compared to typical TV speakers. That being said, in larger open spaces or situations requiring strong directional sound effects, smaller soundbars (including the M60) might fall short.
About the nothing under €400 sounds better than TV comment,that’s not universally true. Some cheaper bars are barely better.Perhaps you could consider the Ultimea Poseidon D60; it performs quite well in a 20-square-meter room.
I’m on the Poseidon D60, and the surround is definitely real. When I watch movies or play games, I clearly hear different sounds coming from the front vs. the rears, not just the same audio duplicated everywhere.
If you can stretch your budget just a bit, the Ultimea Poseidon D60 is a real upgrade with true surround sound, wireless rears, and MUCH better clarity and bass.
If you’re after a 3.1 soundbar around \~$200 or less, there are some solid value options worth checking out, but one that I personally use and can confidently recommend is the Poseidon D60,and in a \~20 m² room it performs really well clear dialogue, and a nice overall presence for movies, TV, and music.
Modern TV speakers are tragically bad, especially when they fire backward.I’m a Poseidon D60 user, and honestly for the price it punches way above its weight. It’s not “audiophile,” but compared to built-in TV speakers it’s a night and day difference. For a birthday gift on a budget, the Ultimea Poseidon D60 is honestly one of the safest picks.
I don’t have the Aura A60 specifically, but I’m using the Poseidon D60 in a room of about 20㎡, and overall it’s been a really good experience for movies. Hopefully some Aura A60 owners can jump in with direct feedback, but based on my D60 experience, Ultimea seems to focus more on watchability and clarity, not just loudness.I also find the EQ and modes useful for tweaking speech clarity, which could be helpful if tinnitus is a factor.
Totally agree!Hearing it in a real room always matters more than spec sheets and CES hype.I’m on the Ultimea D60 right now and honestly, for the price, it’s been a really solid experience in my room. Not perfect, but way better than I expected.
I’ve used the Poseidon D60, and for the price it punches way above its weight. You’re not going to get the same precision as a full AVR with separate speakers, but the immersion is honestly real.I’m really curious about the X100 Dual too… if they nailed the bass management on it, that thing could be insane.
I’m actually a Poseidon D60 user, and honestly I’ve been really happy with it. For my 215 ft² room it delivers surprisingly good immersion,the sound feels wide and dynamic, and even movies with Atmos/DTS tracks come through nicely considering the size and price.Your mileage might vary with room size & furniture layout,but for budget immersion, the Poseidon family has been great for me.
For your first soundbar on a $100–$150 budget, I’ve got a solid suggestion.Poseidon D60,It’s not super expensive, doesn’t require complicated calibration.I’m a Poseidon D60 user, and honestly it’s been great for everyday movie.
I’m using a Poseidon D60 in about a 20m²room and honestly it does sound pretty good for general TV/movies.In a much larger open space like your family room with high ceilings and connected areas, it’s even less likely to fill the room the way you want.Consider systems designed for larger rooms with dual sub support.Dual subs (or larger subs) help even out bass in a big, tall room,one sub tends to leave dead spots.You’ll probably need something above entry level (often with bigger subs and surrounds) to get really satisfying results.
I’m using the Ultimea Poseidon D60 in my 20 m² living room and overall it sounds surprisingly good for everyday use better clarity and presence than most TV speakers and Bluetooth budget units. For your budget, you don’t need to go crazy to get a decent, clean sound — a mid‑tier soundbar with a good app/EQ and a separate subwoofer (even smaller) will already feel much better than basic TV audio or simple BT speakers.
If you’re new to soundbars and want good performance without the crazy price, one solid pick to consider is the Ultimea Poseidon D60.I’m a Poseidon D60 user, and in my \~20 m² living room it’s been working really well for everyday TV, movies, and sports.It’s not a flagship like the Q990, but for a medium room and casual viewing, it delivers way more than basic TV speakers and feels very immersive for the price.
I’m a Poseidon D60 user, and in that price/performance bracket it holds up really well for everyday TV, movies, YouTube, and gaming. It’s a solid step up from built-in speakers and gives much more immersive sound without breaking the bank.
I'm also using the Ultimea Poseidon D60 myself, and it performs exceptionally well in my approximately 20-square-meter living room. Even without connecting the rear satellite speakers, it fills the entire space well, providing clear dialogue and powerful bass.The problems I encountered previously were usually resolved by updating the firmware or re-pairing the devices. Overall, the D60 is very suitable for small rooms and operates stably once set up.
I'm using the Poseidon D60, and it performs exceptionally well in a room of about 215 square feet. The vocals are clear, the soundstage is wider, and the overall sound quality is much better than most cheap TV speakers. Perhaps you could consider Ultimea; their soundbars offer great value for money.
Congrats on the first home! I’m actually a Poseidon D60 user, and for a first setup, I honestly think it’s a perfect starting point.Super clear dialogue ,Has real surround feel without being complicated To your questions, quick takes: 2.1 enoughIt works, but you’ll probably outgrow it fast. Once you hear even basic surround, it’s hard to go back. Are 5.1.4 / 7.1.4 for a first place? Yeah, usually. They’re awesome, but more space, more setup, more money.If you’re moving in soon, I wouldn’t wait. There’s always something new around the corner
I’m a Poseidon D60 user and honestly, the experience has been really good,much more immersive than stock TV audio for movies and shows. Ultimea definitely worth checking out if your budget is tight.
I personally use the Poseidon D60, and in a room of about 20 square meters, the sound experience is quite excellent—clear, immersive, and much richer in sound quality than the TV's built-in speakers.
If sound quality for the price is your main goal, I’d actually suggest taking a look at the Ultimea Poseidon D60 5.1 Dolby Atmos Soundbar.I’m personally using the D60, and for the price it’s been really solid.
I’m actually running a Ultimea Poseidon D60 in about a \~20㎡ room, and honestly it surprised me. Gets plenty loud, fills the room easily. For budget + volume + decent clarity, it’s a really strong value.
I’m using a Ultimea Poseidon D60 myself, and in a \~20㎡ (medium-sized) room it performs really well, good surround feel, clear dialogue, and enough bass to make movies enjoyable. So for casual use it’ll still be a big upgrade over your old LG.
If you want good Atmos performance without breaking the bank, the Ultimea Poseidon D60 is a solid choice,It won’t hit the price of high‑end 7.1.4 systems, but for everyday movies, shows, and gaming it delivers immersive, room‑filling sound without going over budget.
I’m personally running a Ultimea Poseidon D60 soundbar in a \~20㎡ room, and it’s been solid loud, fills the space, and doesn’t fall apart when pushed. The M3T is basically the cheaper entry into that same “good value, big sound” category, and it’ll be a massive upgrade over your TV speakers.
I’d go Poseidon D60. I’m using it myself in a small room, and it’s honestly pretty solid for the price. Not perfect, but way more fun than a basic bar or headset.
What kind of issues have you encountered with your X70? I noticed while browsing reviews for the X70 that the general feedback seemed quite positive. Incidentally, I'm currently using a D60, and so far, its performance has been consistently solid.
Just chiming in as a real user here,not sponsored, not paid, just a regular buyer.I actually owned the Poseidon D60 and, to be honest, I wasn’t blown away at first. But about three months later I upgraded to the newer version with the app support. Being able to tweak settings from my phone really helped dial it in to my liking. just sharing my actual experience in case it helps someone.
Honestly, if your budget can stretch just a little further, the D60 is worth it. It support Dolby Atmos true 5.1 ch. D50 is okay for casual TV, but D60 feels more better
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