VIZIO - Elevate (P514a-H6)

I had a Vizio Elevate P-Series before I upgraded to the Q990b and I honestly highly recommend that one. The newer model isn't as good if you ask me. It doesn't have HDMI in and from what I have seen and heard from others? It's just not as powerful period. The P-Series had some finicky elements to it but once you got it working? It had a lot of power, plenty of bass and delivered really nice surround for the price.

Does the Samsung Q990D have an audio delay when using it with the G4? Last summer, I decided to get a soundbar for then LG CX and decided to go with the Vizio Elevate P Series (5.1.4) because I heard it was a decent soundbar for my price range. And I absolutely do enjoy it. However, I do have one issue that really bugs me, and that's when I start an app, play a game, or watch a movie. There's a three - to four second delay before the audio starts. On YouTube or games, it only happens on the first video I play or when I first start the game. On everything else, it happens if I pause to use the bathroom or something. At first, I thought it was because the CX had only 40 Gbps HDMI 2.1, but when I upgraded to the G4 a few weeks ago, I had the same issue. I've tried researching the issue but can't get a clear answer. Some blame the soundbar. Others say it's the TV(s) because I've seen people complain about it with other brands. So I'm trying to decide if I should just cut my losses and sell the Vizio and replace it with either the Samsung or the LG S95TR, assuming those don't have the delay issue as well.

I own number 6 and another Vizio one that isn't on here, the first version of the Elevate sound bar. The m series listed is in my bedroom and it's actually a pretty good soundbar I kind of wish the sub and the surrounds were slightly bigger but it still has a good sound stage with clear dialogue. The Dolby Atmos speakers are on the bar towards the center so it's kinda hard to make out over head effects without doing it virtually. The 2020 version of the Vizio Elevate is in my living room and it's an amazing soundbar! It's a 5.1.4 setup with the Atmos speakers on the bar and the rear surrounds facing up. The ones on the bar rotate up with Atmos is detected. The sub is 8" and it really packs a punch, can be a bit overpowered but you can turn it down to your liking. The sound stage is huge with clear dialogue and having 4 ceiling facing speakers for Atmos really helps hear anything that's mixed for over head effects. This soundbar doesn't really get much love but I think it's really great especially if you can find it on sale, it's normal price is $1,000 but right now Best Buy has it for $540 which is actually a great deal for this soundbar.

I own number 6 and another Vizio one that isn't on here, the first version of the Elevate sound bar. The m series listed is in my bedroom and it's actually a pretty good soundbar I kind of wish the sub and the surrounds were slightly bigger but it still has a good sound stage with clear dialogue. The Dolby Atmos speakers are on the bar towards the center so it's kinda hard to make out over head effects without doing it virtually. The 2020 version of the Vizio Elevate is in my living room and it's an amazing soundbar! It's a 5.1.4 setup with the Atmos speakers on the bar and the rear surrounds facing up. The ones on the bar rotate up with Atmos is detected. The sub is 8" and it really packs a punch, can be a bit overpowered but you can turn it down to your liking. The sound stage is huge with clear dialogue and having 4 ceiling facing speakers for Atmos really helps hear anything that's mixed for over head effects. This soundbar doesn't really get much love but I think it's really great especially if you can find it on sale, it's normal price is $1,000 but right now Best Buy has it for $540 which is actually a great deal for this soundbar.

Vizio Elevate. The original. 5.1.4. In the matrix when Neo rescues Morpheus you can hear the rain pouring down from above you and the helicopter blades in slow Motion above you.

Vizio elevate. 5.1.4 you’re welcome. I never raise the bass above 4. It goes to 10z incredibly boomy.

I love my Vizio Elevate 5.1.4 system (the original model with the rotating speakers), not sure about 2.1 passthru on it though Got it on sale back in march for $600

If you’re wanting a soundbar for less than $200, get a 3.1 channel. I was in your shoes recently as the sound from the tv in my bedroom was not great. I spent a good amount of time trying to find what would be the best value for lowest price which led me to the hw-b550d. It is on sale for $179.99 on Amazon and at Bestbuy and I have been very happy with its performance. It’s basically a q600c minus the rear channels. But you can buy them later if you want to add them. If you’re wanting a 5.1 and can spend a little more $ the vizio elevate is excellent and I have been very happy with it for the several years I’ve had it now. I’m not sure it’s still sold though.

Same here....I bought Vizio elevate system. Wow, never going back.

I have a Vizio elevate sound bar etc....more than happy with it.

I have this and love it! I have it paired with my C3 and I couldn’t be happier. I don’t want to upgrade eventually but for not I’m enjoying the elevate

Congrats OP! I did this early last year. I went from a basic ass Bose sounds to a Vizio 5.1 with atmos. Had to get a sound isolation pad under my subwoofer because I’m in an apartment building

Vizio's sound bars are surprisingly great. I have an old 5.1 system. The only issue I've encountered is one where it shuts off randomly, but maybe the new systems like that one don't have that problem.

3.1.2 is the soundbar with 3 integrated speakers (Left, Center, Right), 1 subwoofer, and 2 upfiring speakers integrated into the soundbar that bounces sound off your ceiling. It will not give you real surround sound compared to a 5.1 or 5.1.2 atmos system. I would go with Vizio if you want surround sound (Left, Center, Right, Rear Left, Rear Right, Subwoofer). Vizio also has Atmos-Surround solutions with their Elevate series.