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In the world of high-end audio, Klipsch is a name that embodies unparalleled quality and performance. And with the Klipsch Cinema 800 soundbar, Klipsch reaffirms its commitment to audio excellence. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, the Cinema 800 is a combination of cutting-edge audio technology and elegant design.
The main chassis of the Klipsch Cinema 800 is primarily plastic, but don’t be fooled - its robustness is undeniable. The bar is dressed in a refined fabric that covers the top, front, and part of the bottom, adding a touch of sophistication to its overall look. The substantial width of the bar could be problematic for 55-inch TVs, but its modest height ensures it won’t impede screen visibility.
The included subwoofer is a true showpiece. Built from sturdy wood and resting on four wooden dowels, this subwoofer connects wirelessly to the bar, offering placement flexibility. The delivery of deep, vibrant bass is a real treat for fans of music genres like EDM and hip-hop.
The audio performance of the Cinema 800 is simply stunning. Its stereo frequency response is excellent right out of the box, offering a balanced sound profile that reproduces voices and main instruments with impressive clarity and detail. The width of the soundstage is perceived to be as wide as the bar itself, and it has good focus, giving the impression that voices and sound effects are coming from a precise point in the sound image.
The Cinema 800 also boasts an impressive center channel performance. Voice is clear and detailed, rendering dialogue with crystal clarity. The bar can play 5.1 surround sound formats like Dolby Digital, but being a 3.1 setup, it has to downmix surround content to stereo to play it. This somewhat limits immersion, but for those looking to enhance their surround sound experience, additional satellites can be purchased separately.
Compared to other soundbars, the Klipsch Cinema 800 offers a neutral sound profile suitable for many types of audio content. It can even play Atmos content, which is a real asset. Its closest competition would be the Sonos Arc, which has better build quality and superior soundstage performance. However, the Klipsch stands out with its dedicated subwoofer capable of producing deeper bass right out of the box, as well as its two full-size HDMI ports.
All in all, the Klipsch Cinema 800 soundbar is a versatile and attractive choice for many types of listeners. Whether you’re an avid music lover with eclectic tastes or a fan of dialogue-driven TV series, the Klipsch Cinema 800 has what it takes to satisfy your acoustic demands. Its balanced sound profile, coupled with a dedicated subwoofer, delivers an immersive audio experience that puts you right in the heart of the action. Despite some limitations in surround and Atmos content, the Klipsch Cinema 800 positions itself as a must-have soundbar, offering robust audio performance and build quality that lives up to Klipsch’s reputation in the high-end audio domain.
The Klipsch Cinema 800 is designed to quickly connect to your TV. Simply plug in the included HDMI cable or an optical cable to seriously enhance your TV’s sound, using your TV remote to control it. The included 10-inch wireless subwoofer is pre-paired to automatically connect right out of the box, for hassle-free setup in just minutes. Next-gen HDMI eARC connectivity delivers true Dolby Atmos sound and ultra-high definition video with a single HDMI cable.
Built-in universal Wi-Fi works with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Spotify Connect, allowing you to add the Cinema 800 Dolby Atmos sound bar to your existing smart home ecosystem and stream your favorite music service throughout your home.
The Klipsch Cinema 800 comes with a powerful 10-inch wireless subwoofer you can place anywhere in your room for true Klipsch cinematic sound. 2.4 GHz wireless technology automatically connects the sound bar and subwoofer together, while a wired subwoofer output allows you to add a second subwoofer to your setup or simply replace the included wireless subwoofer with the subwoofer of your choice.
With Dolby Atmos processing in the sound bar, the Klipsch Cinema 800 Dolby Atmos creates overhead sound to deliver cinematic surround sound with more realism, detail, and immersion.
New custom dialog enhancement modes not only increase the volume of dialog in your TV shows and movies but also optimize the system’s EQ setting so dialog is crisp, clear, and exceptionally intelligible no matter what’s happening on screen. Three levels of dialog enhancement let you find the perfect setting for your needs.
Works great with all Bluetooth-enabled smartphones, tablets and computers, allowing you to stream music directly from your device. The latest Bluetooth 5.0 chip provides better connectivity, range, and battery life on your connected devices.
The Cinema 800 is a true 3.1 system, featuring a dedicated center channel for enhanced vocal clarity, and horn-loaded tweeters, just like our legendary professional cinema speakers, for dynamic power in every detail of your music and movies. The Cinema 800 is constructed from high-quality wood materials, just like legendary Klipsch speakers.
Laurent
Nice equipment, good sound, too bad it doesn't read DTS, but overall it's good with a subwoofer that's very present but doesn't overpower the rest.
Comment from March 06, 2023 — Experience from February 15, 2023
