Luis
Great product, I recommend it
Comment from May 21, 2026 — Experience from May 02, 2026
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Super produit je le recommande
Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Max + sub
Specifications and features
Awards
EISA Awards: Award-Winning Product
Each year, dozens of European journalists gather to select the best electronic products of the year. Awarded by a diverse and impartial jury, the EISA (Expert Imaging and Sound Association) awards recognize exceptional products for their performance, design, or ergonomics.
What Hi-Fi? 5 stars
A global reference, What Hifi? is one of the most comprehensive magazines covering Home Cinema and Hifi. The "5 stars" award distinguishes the highest quality products, according to this British magazine.
Overview
Sennheiser is not just a specialist in headphones; they have just released a soundbar, the Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Max, which has blown us away with its impressive home theater performance and immersive 3D spatialization that will also delight movie lovers. It integrates the main sound formats (Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, MPEG-H 3D audio) regardless of the audio format, allowing you to enjoy video and music in the most pleasing way possible. It doesn’t skimp on the audio side either, with natural and extremely precise sound.
Received, installed, and tested in-store in no time
We had been waiting for it for a long time, and the reviews were so glowing that we were afraid of being disappointed, but no! The new AMBEO soundbar immerses you in the three-dimensional space of 5.1.4 sound with an incredibly deep low-frequency response down to 30 Hz, all creating a multifunctional device without the need for an external subwoofer or amplifier.
Aesthetics
This soundbar is very large, very tall (13.5 cm), and encroaches on the TV screen if you place it at the foot of a display, much like the center speaker of a 5.1 system. Of course, there are solutions for this, such as elevating the TV with a wall mount. Apart from its massive size, it is elegant and well-finished, with a mix of brushed aluminum and details like a small Ambeo logo on the front, adjustable in intensity, adding a nice touch to the overall design. It exudes quality before you even listen to it.
The magic of virtual sound
Using the latest virtualization technology developed jointly with the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, the AMBEO soundbar can receive information about the size of your room and reflective surfaces, customizing the sound according to your space.
For installation: Calibration required! Easy to use, quick, and with excellent automatic calibration quality, the result is stunning! The 3D sound, thanks to the thirteen independent speakers and AMBEO technology, adapts to the configuration of your listening room to achieve a result worthy of a 5.1.4 speaker system, placing you at the center of the action.
The connectivity is also interesting for a soundbar:
3 HDMI inputs and one output, 1 optical input, 1 USB port, 1 Ethernet port, 1 preamp output for subwoofer, 1 microphone input (2.5 mm mini-jack), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, see more details on the technical sheet.
Perfect management
Enjoy the advanced user interface of the Sennheiser Smart Control app, which allows you to adjust the soundbar’s acoustic settings to your liking. All you need is a smartphone or tablet. Built-in Google Chromecast and Bluetooth provide more precise settings.
An update is available for the AMBEO SOUNDBAR as well as the SMART CONTROL app.
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Expanded ecosystem: Support for Apple Airplay 2, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect.
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New Smart Control app: Brand new app design with a smoother, faster design and operation.
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Choice and control: Choose to control the AMBEO soundbar via the new Smart Control app or dedicated web page, with support for most mobile devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc.)
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Connect to the app via Wi-Fi: Ensures faster, more reliable operation.
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A new operating system: Provides greater security and stability
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The package includes:
- 1x AMBEO Soundbar Max
- 1x AMBEO SUB subwoofer
What the press says
Our expectations were immense, and Sennheiser delivered. Yes, the Ambeo Soundbar is indeed the jaw-dropping experience we hoped for. Admittedly, its colossal size is matched only by its staggering €2,500 price tag — to which you can add a few hundred euros more for a good subwoofer if you want to scrupulously respect the rules of the art. Nevertheless, at this price point, you simply won't find any better domestic 3D sound solution. A commanding demonstration of expertise that, in the end, is not so unreasonable after all.
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Nos attentes étaient immenses, et Sennheiser y a répondu. Oui, l'Ambeo Soundbar est bien la claque que l'on espérait. Certes, son encombrement colossal n'a d'égal que son prix faramineux de 2 500 € — auquel on peut encore ajouter quelques centaines d'euros pour un bon caisson de basses si l'on souhaite respecter scrupuleusement les règles de l'art. Il n'empêche, à ce tarif-là, on ne trouve tout simplement aucune meilleure solution de son 3D domestique. Une démonstration souveraine de savoir-faire qui n'a donc finalement rien de si déraisonnable.
Technical Specifications
Acoustic System
- 6 bass speakers 102 mm, cellulose sandwich cone
- 5 tweeters 25 mm, aluminum dome
- 2 full-range speakers 89 mm (upward orientation)
Compatible Audio Formats
- Linear PCM (LPCM): 2 channels, 5.1 channels, 7.1 channels
- Dolby: Digital, Digital Plus, TrueHD, Atmos
- DTS: Standard, ES Discrete 6.1, ES Matrix 6.1, 96/24, HD LBR, DTS:X
- Others: DSD, MPEG-H
Connectivity
- HDMI: 3 inputs (v2.0a), 1 output (v2.1 eARC)
- 4K pass-through compatible
- Dolby Vision pass-through compatible
- Audio:
- 1 optical input
- 1 auxiliary input (stereo RCA)
- 1 subwoofer output (mono RCA, max 2 V)
- 1 microphone input (2.5 mm mini-jack)
- Network:
- Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
- Bluetooth
- Ethernet port
- Google Chromecast
- Media (UPnP)
- 1 USB port (service/update)
Physical Specifications
- Dimensions with feet: 1,265 × 135 × 171 mm
- Dimensions without feet: 1,265 × 125 × 171 mm
- Weight: 18.5 kg
- Power Consumption:
- In operation: 500 W
- In standby: 1.9 W
AMBEO SUB Subwoofer
- Acoustics:
- 203 mm cellulose cone speaker, long excursion
- Power: 350 W effective (Class D)
- Frequency response: 27 Hz – 80 Hz
- Features:
- Power supply: 100-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
- Maximum current: 2.5 A
- Dimensions with feet: 274 × 369 × 274 mm
- Dimensions without feet: 274 × 357 × 274 mm
- Weight: 7.8 kg
Package Contents
- Soundbar:
- AMBEO Max soundbar
- Remote control with lithium battery
- Calibration microphone
- High-speed HDMI cable
- Power cable
- User manuals
- Subwoofer:
- AMBEO subwoofer
- Power cable
- Documentation (user manual, quick guide, safety guide)
User reviews
Philippe
I chose to replace my DEVIALET DIONE with the AMBEO MAX because I wanted more effects on movies in Dolby Atmos. On that front, I think I’ve got the power I was looking for. The soundbar connects instantly, unlike the Dione, which regularly had to be restarted with the app. I’m delighted and I really recommend this product.
Comment from February 11, 2026 — Experience from January 31, 2026
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J'ai fait le choix de remplacer ma DEVIALET DIONE par AMBEO MAX car je voulais plus d'effets sur les films en Dolby Atmos. De ce côté je pense avoir obtenu la puissance. La barre se connecte instantanément contrairement à Dione qu'il fallait régulièrement relancer avec l'appli. Je suis ravi et je recommande vraiment ce produit.
Yannick
What a behemoth! I wasn't expecting something so imposing! It takes up a lot of space! Had a lot of difficulty connecting the subwoofer wirelessly... so I opted for a wired connection because it was impossible to synchronize (technical support offered to have me send the subwoofer back so they could test it in their shop, which is a good thing but too complicated).
Once plugged in, I find the reaction time for the controls to be slow! Changing source or volume takes a while! Pressing the buttons and waiting for a response is lengthy...
In terms of sound, I'm a bit disappointed... it lacks bass at times, even after downloading the app and setting the sub to +15 db for both movies and music. Ambeo spatialization is present but not as "enveloping" as described in the numerous press articles. I even changed the HDMI cables to high-performance ones. It undoubtedly remains good equipment, but I expected better for this price. I haven't tested it yet with a Blu-ray concert or film. Perhaps it's because the sources aren't in Atmos. Maybe an equalizer would be a welcome addition in the app! Maybe it's also my room that isn't suitable despite the calibration? In short, I have mixed feelings about my experience.
Comment from March 27, 2023 — Experience from March 16, 2023
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Un sacré mastodonte ! Je m’attendais pas à une chose aussi imposante ! Il faut de la place ! Beaucoup de difficultés à relier le caisson en sans fil… du coup j’ai opté pour une liaison câble car impossible de le synchroniser (l’assistance technique me propose de renvoyer le caisson pour essai dans leur boutique, c’est un bon point mais trop compliqué).
Une fois branché je trouve que le temps de réaction des commandes prennent du temps ! Source ou volume c’est long ! Appuis sur les touches et réactivité longues…
Niveau sonorité je suis un peu déçu… ça manque de basses à certain moment, même après avoir téléchargé l’application et un sub à +15 db que ce soit film ou musique. Spatialisation ambeo présente mais pas « enveloppante » comme décrit dans les nombreux articles de presses. J’ai même changé les câbles HDMI pour des câbles hautes performances Cela reste quand même un bon matériel sans aucuns doutes, mais je m’attendais à mieux pour ce tarif. Je n’ai pas fait encore d’essais sur un concert en Blu-ray ou film. Peut-être cela vient-il que les sources ne sont pas en atmos. Sur l’application peut-être un égaliser serait le bienvenu ! Peut-être également ma pièce qui n’est pas adaptée malgré la calibration ? Bref mitigé sur mon ressenti et expérience.
Une fois branché je trouve que le temps de réaction des commandes prennent du temps ! Source ou volume c’est long ! Appuis sur les touches et réactivité longues…
Niveau sonorité je suis un peu déçu… ça manque de basses à certain moment, même après avoir téléchargé l’application et un sub à +15 db que ce soit film ou musique. Spatialisation ambeo présente mais pas « enveloppante » comme décrit dans les nombreux articles de presses. J’ai même changé les câbles HDMI pour des câbles hautes performances Cela reste quand même un bon matériel sans aucuns doutes, mais je m’attendais à mieux pour ce tarif. Je n’ai pas fait encore d’essais sur un concert en Blu-ray ou film. Peut-être cela vient-il que les sources ne sont pas en atmos. Sur l’application peut-être un égaliser serait le bienvenu ! Peut-être également ma pièce qui n’est pas adaptée malgré la calibration ? Bref mitigé sur mon ressenti et expérience.
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