
Sonos
Beam (Gen 2)
Compact, easy setup, great value, but virtual Atmos disappoints.

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I ordered it to try it out. I was reading that a lot of streaming content is naturally in 5.1 so its easier to 1:1 the source audio at least. I'm just surprised the s75qr I have isn't clear or balanced enough. Everything seems weak/quiet unless it's a rumble or music.
This certainly was a night and day difference for clarity and balance. I might end up unplugging the sub since there is no real subwoofer control and I think lowering the bass is thinning out the sound on the other speakers. My other issue is that the LG remote is not working with the soundbar to adjust volume. Outside of that, this thing is seriously impressive for the price and has, at least from initial testing, solved the volume and vocal issues. Thank you so much for your recommendation! I doubt I will ever have this over 30 volume if even that.
Weird quirk about the C4 I suppose. I had to unplug the TV, remove all hdmi inputs except the soundbar, then turn on the TV. It saw the input as Poseidon M60, and I changed it to earc for audio then everything worked. Plugged in the other inputs.
I got ULTIMEA m60 boom for 100 euros as my first. It was the best thing for the casual watch guy like me.
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.
Check out the ULTIMEA brand. I have the Poseidon M60 and love it. Huge upgrade over my old Samsung.
Balanced? Yes. There are several preset and manual EQ options.
Nope. It sounds great. Will it blow you away with Atmos? No. Will it sound way better than it should at $100? Yes. Return it if you’re not happy with it. The bar itself ships in two interlocking pieces plus the subwoofer so the box itself is quite small and manageable.
I second this… much louder and clearer than I thought it would be. It’s not the same as my 7.2 system but for the bedroom it’s nice.
I’m happy with my Poseidon m60
Check the ultimea m60 boom out Very happy with it myself

Sonos
Beam (Gen 2)
Compact, easy setup, great value, but virtual Atmos disappoints.

Sonos
Arc Ultra
Immersive Atmos, strong bass, but pricey and weak for music.

Samsung
HW-Q990D
Powerful, immersive sound, great value; but music and software issues.

Samsung
Q990F (HW-Q990F/ZA)
Good for movies/Atmos, but music and sub are inconsistent.

Samsung
Q990F
Easy setup, powerful bass for movies, but poor for music.

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