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Samsung HW-Q990C


Samsung’s HW-Q990C is an 11.1.4-channel Atmos soundbar whose channel count actually seems legit.

$1,149.95 from Amazon

$883.94 from Best Buy

Pros and Cons


Pros

  • A legitimate Atmos audio experience

  • Great for movies and music alike

  • Flexible setup and use

Cons

  • Power cables are too short for surrounds and sub

  • Needs a very flexible HDMI cable

  • Laggy SmartThings app connectivity


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