M-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar (M51a-H6)

When I saw that deal post I wanted to jump on it for absolutely no practical reason. At this time in my life I wouldn't pay full price. Right now I'm using a Vizio M51a-H6 which I think sounds pretty good. I would have gladly paid the deal price for that upgrade.

Sam’s Club has a good deal right now for the Vizio 5.1 system, check it out. I just purchased it for $160 and set it up today. It’s performing good so far for my front living room space (smaller-medium sized room).

I really like the Samsung Q990. I have multiple systems in my home and I think 3.1, 5.1 and above soundbar systems are awesome. I have an inexpensive Vizio 5.1 soundbar system that I am very happy with. It’s set up in an upstairs loft in my home paired to a matching 55” Vizio 4K TV and is perfect in that area. I have a 100” projector setup in a large family room with a full 5.2.4 Atmos surround sound. It’s a lot of amps, speakers and subwoofers that take up significantly more space than a soundbar. I have no issues with soundbars or ARV setups. Good quality products do make a difference though.

I second the Vizio. Very reliable for the price.

It totally depends on the soundbar. I am still impressed with the Vizio 5.1 system’s ability to produce a really nice sounding virtual atmos experience. I also have a Polk Mini ax and in my opinion it doesn’t compare to the Vizio. I also have a Vizio 5.1.2 system and I’ll still stand by that system as THE top of the line budget system. Saying all of that I’ll conclude by saying, none of those systems match my Sony HT-A9, but I wouldn’t expect them to. I had an LG SP7Y and took it back within hours of purchase. It soured me on LG soundbars quickly. Also, if you’re looking for a budget system, don’t count out ONN’s 5.1 or 5.1.2. They both are surprisingly good.

Apple TV 4K gen 1 > Vizio M Series Soundbar w Atmos > Phillips Hue SYNC box > 65” Vizio P-series LED (2018) I have no reason to update any of these just yet. But I want an OLED. When I do, I will pair it with the latest Apple TV.

Vizio M series if you want surround sound. Hard to beat for the price (around $350) Only thing is the rear surround is wired to the sub, but the sub itself is wireless to the sound bar.