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TCL Alto 8+ 2.1 Channel Sound Bar with Built-In Subwoofer (Fire TV Edition)

w/ 2.5% SD Cashback + Free S&H w/ Amazon Prime

$70

$200

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Electronics.Woot has TCL Alto 8+ 2.1 Channel Sound Bar with Built-In Subwoofer (Fire TV Edition, TS8011-NA) on sale for $69.99. To earn 2.5% in Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Shipping is free for Amazon Prime Members, otherwise shipping is flat rate $6.

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Features:
  • With a Fire TV 4K streaming media player integrated into the sound bar system, the TCL Sound Bar delivers a complete home cinema experience with video streaming and stunning sound in a single device.
  • Engineered to provide impressive acoustic performance, with carefully tuned drivers and Dolby Atmos digital plus for clear, dynamic and immersive sound.
  • Built-in subwoofer – Feel the power of deep, rich bass with woofer speakers built directly into the sound bar.
  • Optimized sound modes – Use the remote control to choose from three precisely tuned settings: Movie, music and news.
  • Voice remote with Alexa - Easily control your TCL Sound Bar and compatible TV with the included Voice remote with Alexa.

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  • About this product:
    • 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 1402 reviews at Amazon
  • About this deal:
    • The TCL Alto 8+ 2.1 Channel Sound Bar with Built-In Subwoofer is $130 off (65% savings) the list price of $199.99.
    • This price matches this popular Frontpage deal.
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Electronics.Woot has TCL Alto 8+ 2.1 Channel Sound Bar with Built-In Subwoofer (Fire TV Edition, TS8011-NA) on sale for $69.99. To earn 2.5% in Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Shipping is free for Amazon Prime Members, otherwise shipping is flat rate $6.

Thanks to Staff Member slicko_mode for finding this deal.

Features:
  • With a Fire TV 4K streaming media player integrated into the sound bar system, the TCL Sound Bar delivers a complete home cinema experience with video streaming and stunning sound in a single device.
  • Engineered to provide impressive acoustic performance, with carefully tuned drivers and Dolby Atmos digital plus for clear, dynamic and immersive sound.
  • Built-in subwoofer – Feel the power of deep, rich bass with woofer speakers built directly into the sound bar.
  • Optimized sound modes – Use the remote control to choose from three precisely tuned settings: Movie, music and news.
  • Voice remote with Alexa - Easily control your TCL Sound Bar and compatible TV with the included Voice remote with Alexa.

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this product:
    • 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 1402 reviews at Amazon
  • About this deal:
    • The TCL Alto 8+ 2.1 Channel Sound Bar with Built-In Subwoofer is $130 off (65% savings) the list price of $199.99.
    • This price matches this popular Frontpage deal.
  • About this store:

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"Good" 2.1 stereo is fine for me. Unfortunately, this lacks severely in the ".1", lol.

Been using for a week.

Very poor bass. Pretty ordinary sound. Sounds like a tv. My 14 year old, $30, Creative 2.1 computer set sounds much better. Much more bass with it's 5" sub.

This does have the streamer though, and if you also need a sound bar... guess it's ok.

Bought for $63 last week with the Prime 10% off special.
Received an used one without accessories, woot is so bad company.
the deal runs for awhile, not sure why the new post here
Yes. Ever since Amazon bought them no more good deals. IMO

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May 14, 2021
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May 14, 2021
rattlingabhi
May 14, 2021
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Quote from henry_jin03 :
Amazon uses woot to clear out inventory unfit for even their Warehouse Deals.
And SD uses Patrons to clear our Woot Inventory that are not fit for slick deals
May 14, 2021
844 Posts
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May 14, 2021
pclinkcomputers
May 14, 2021
844 Posts
Quote from gwite :
"Good" 2.1 stereo is fine for me. Unfortunately, this lacks severely in the ".1", lol.

Been using for a week.

Very poor bass. Pretty ordinary sound. Sounds like a tv. My 14 year old, $30, Creative 2.1 computer set sounds much better. Much more bass with it's 5" sub.

This does have the streamer though, and if you also need a sound bar... guess it's ok.

Bought for $63 last week with the Prime 10% off special.
I also have an old Creative 2.1 set that has more bass, but that's just the nature of a dedicated sub versus a "built-in" one.

Totally disagree that this sounds like a TV. The best on-board sound I ever had from a TV was from a Panasonic plasma circa 2009, and it came nowhere near this. My current TV's built-in speakers (65" Vizio E-series) are a joke, this thing blows them away.

Personally, I find the amount of bass to be just right, I'm in an apartment and try to be a considerate neighbor. I've been deliberately looking for something *without* a dedicated sub.

I just got this a couple of weeks ago and I'm extremely pleased. I've been a Roku guy for years, but I have to say, I'm impressed with the Firestick. The box it arrived in was beat-up, but the soundbar appeared to be new and in perfect condition. I think it's a steal at this price.

For reference, I was in a house before my divorce and had a 5.1 Pioneer AJ setup in my living room.
May 14, 2021
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May 14, 2021
dewc1
May 14, 2021
375 Posts
Quote from admrmus :
I bought this to replace my Bose 5. No regrets after 1 week
Better than the Solo 5? I have a TCL Alto 6 and am actually impressed. Sounds better than my LG SK1. I was looking at Klipsch RSB3. Anyone have experience with that one?
May 14, 2021
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May 14, 2021
upintheayers
May 14, 2021
66 Posts
Does this come with a remote?

/edit I'm blind, looks similar to a normal firestick remote with a few slight differences.
May 14, 2021
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May 14, 2021
CheesyC
May 14, 2021
100 Posts
I also bought this the last time it was posted, to go with a cheap ONN TV I got from BF. It's okay for what it is. I just needed something cheap to go with a cheap tv for a guest bedroom/office set up. Not really looking to spend more than $100 when I only spent $200 on the tv itself.

I was iffy about it initially, since I didn't think it was adding that much in contrast to the tv speakers. I gave it a week and compared the tv speakers to the soundbar while watching the same thing, and I can say it is noticeably better than my tv's speakers. It's much fuller and you notice it much more when you try to watch without the soundbar on.

I will say that utilizing the Fire TV on the soundbar to stream media sounds much louder than using the roku interface on the tv or watching cable tv. Not sure if that's something I can fix or if I set up wrong. I also opted to use the HDMI arc option, which works great but also takes up one of the HDMI ports, which sucks when you only have 3 lol

I'm not sure if I would really recommend to most people, but if you need a soundbar for a secondary tv in your bedroom or basement, then this would fit your needs. It gets loud enough but won't blow your mind with how loud or full it can get. For instance, I can use this while watching an action movie late at night at a decent sound level without disturbing the rest of my family.
May 14, 2021
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May 14, 2021
UniqueRoute772
May 14, 2021
89 Posts
i just bought this from woot for the same price and the box was missing all the cables and the remote. The customer service has no phone number to call, and the email return is a nightmare. Still waiting on a replacement 1 week later. I was told, either they can refund it and i send back, a replacement, or i call up TCL about getting it squared away.
May 14, 2021
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May 14, 2021
SyL9382
May 14, 2021
1,033 Posts
I have a Samsung tv, tv speaker is vibrating and shaking when under high volume. The bass causes the weird plastic shaking sound. I am not sure if these speaker does it at higher volume.
Last edited by SyL9382 May 14, 2021 at 12:39 PM.

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May 14, 2021
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May 14, 2021
sathr1
May 14, 2021
51 Posts
I got 1 during the last deal but fire tv is no longer working through hdmi for me but the soundbar works fine. Called TCL support and they said that defect is know to happen to fire tv and I could return it to the retailer I purchased from. I have now reached out to woot for a resolution. It's only been a month since I bought it
May 14, 2021
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Joined Jul 2017
May 14, 2021
B.Pham
May 14, 2021
114 Posts
Bought it on the last deal. Has been ok for the price, haven't messed with the EQ.

Also has anyone noticed that sound quality/audio is way better when using the built in Fire TV versus using any other sources via HDMI ARC?

My built in roku apps (TCL Roku 4 series) had better audio quality with this, but when using the built in Fire TV on the soundbar it was even better.
May 14, 2021
889 Posts
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May 14, 2021
Ludwigger
May 14, 2021
889 Posts
Quote from cgigate :
Received an used one without accessories, woot is so bad company.
the deal runs for awhile, not sure why the new post here
Woot refurb is used stuff in usually bad condition and I won't buy again.

Woot Used, I would not buy ever.

Woot new has been fine for me regarding product condition.
May 14, 2021
100 Posts
Joined Dec 2019
May 14, 2021
CheesyC
May 14, 2021
100 Posts
Quote from B.Pham :
Bought it on the last deal. Has been ok for the price, haven't messed with the EQ.

Also has anyone noticed that sound quality/audio is way better when using the built in Fire TV versus using any other sources via HDMI ARC?

My built in roku apps (TCL Roku 4 series) had better audio quality with this, but when using the built in Fire TV on the soundbar it was even better.
Yes, same here! This has been my experience too, like noticeably better/louder when using the fire tv versus anything else. I thought it was just me! I compared Netflix on my tv using the roku interface versus netflix on the fire tv and you can tell the fire tv is much louder
May 14, 2021
156 Posts
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May 14, 2021
kardiackidneykids
May 14, 2021
156 Posts
Also purchased this . I actually returned the first one as they ship it in its regular box . My packed arrived so damaged and open . The remote ,power cord all missing ( basically the white box was missing) . I contacted woot and sent me a replacement . I think for the price and sound you can't go wrong . It did take them forever to ship me a replacement though

Oh btw my first one also had a big dent in the front of the unit
May 14, 2021
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May 14, 2021
cscamp20
May 14, 2021
5,025 Posts
Quote from cgigate :
Received an used one without accessories, woot is so bad company.
the deal runs for awhile, not sure why the new post here
I have never had a major issue with woot. One time an item i bought was delayed by weeks. They refunded me as soon as i emailed them. I have bought items that say like new or very good and it almost looked as good as new.
May 14, 2021
232 Posts
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May 14, 2021
antman1619
May 14, 2021
232 Posts
Yeah got one last time kinda disappointed there is no way in hell the retail price could be $200 on this it's barley worth the $69 just makes it louder then tv speakers and built in fire stick. Should be$35 price point. Going to sell mine for $50 it's new don't use it. Sorry Chris for you ordering 2 of these bad boys for gifts maybe next time wait for the mono price deal with wireless sub.
Woot sells Amazon garbage they can't unload still shooting bezos evil tactics on taking all our hard earned $ I'm trying to stop supporting any way I can. #boycottbezos
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May 15, 2021
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KMFers
May 15, 2021
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Quote from smithmal :
What's considered the best sub $100 solution to receiving good dialog sound from a TV (new/open box/used) ATM? I don't care if its a soundbar or a PC speaker setup. I have an old VIZIO soundbar and it's too boomy to listen to movies/TV at a relaxing sound level.

Thanks for your feedback.
Is there no way to adjust the eq on your soundbar? Or sound mode?

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