Standalone soundbars

Standalone soundbars house the left, right, often center channels and bass in a single enclosure placed beneath the television: everything is integrated. No subwoofer or rear speakers to connect; a power outlet and an HDMI eARC cable are all that is needed. Dialogue becomes clearer, space requirements remain minimal, and surround sound as well as Dolby Atmos are virtualized through signal processing. This selection of soundbars brings together models that work without separate components, often expandable with a subwoofer or surround speakers added later. To help you choose between a soundbar and a dedicated setup, our guide 5.1 home theater or soundbar takes stock.