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Samsung 7.1-Channel Soundbar with Dolby 5.1/DTS Virtual:X Expired

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$499.99
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Best Buy has Samsung 7.1-Channel Soundbar with Dolby 5.1/DTS Virtual:X (HW-Q65T/ZA) for $279.99. Shipping is free or choose curbside pickup where stock permits.

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Features:
  • Captivating virtual 3D sound moves all around you, including from above, with DTS Virtual:X technology. Dolby Digital 5.1 enables surround sound capability.
  • Get pulled into what you're watching with panoramic sound that moves with the action on-screen.
  • Forget rewinding to catch what was said. Enjoy dynamically optimized audio with enhanced voice clarity for whatever you are watching, including sports, games, movies and more.
  • Audio that tracks with each scene with perfectly synchronized sound with your compatible Samsung TV for a harmonious, cinematic experience.
  • Let the sound flow around you with wireless rear speakers, taking surround sound to next level for more dynamic entertainment.
  • Level up with 3D directional audio from up-firing speakers. Acoustic Beam and powerful woofers automatically sync sound with the on-screen action, while crosstalk cancellation minimizes distractions.
  • Tested and tuned at the California Audio Lab, where Samsung's world-class audio engineers apply advanced acoustic technologies and cutting-edge computer modeling to create perfectly balanced, room-filling sound.
  • Streamline control of both your Samsung TV and soundbar with just the Samsung TV remote.

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  • About this deal:
    • This price is $220 lower (44% savings) than the list price of $499.99
  • About this product:
    • 1-Year Warranty
    • Rating of 4.2/5 from over 200 Best Buy customer reviews.
  • About this store:
    • Purchases made Oct. 18, 2021, through Jan. 2, 2022, have an extended return period through Jan. 16, 2022 (details).
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Samsung - 7.1-Channel Soundbar with Dolby 5.1/DTS Virtual:X - Black
Model: HW-Q65T/ZA

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sams...Id=6454639

Features
Dolby Digital 5.1 / DTS Virtual:X
Captivating virtual 3D sound moves all around you, including from above, with DTS Virtual:X technology. Dolby Digital 5.1 enables surround sound capability.

Samsung Acoustic Beam
Get pulled into what you're watching with panoramic sound that moves with the action on-screen.

Adaptive sound
Forget rewinding to catch what was said. Enjoy dynamically optimized audio with enhanced voice clarity for whatever you are watching, including sports, games, movies and more.

Q-Symphony
Audio that tracks with each scene with perfectly synchronized sound with your compatible Samsung TV* for a harmonious, cinematic experience.

Wireless Rear Speaker Kit Included
Let the sound flow around you with wireless rear speakers, taking surround sound to next level for more dynamic entertainment.

Game Pro Mode
Level up with 3D directional audio from up-firing speakers. Acoustic Beam® and powerful woofers automatically sync sound with the on-screen action, while crosstalk cancellation minimizes distractions.

Samsung Audio Lab
Tested and tuned at the California Audio Lab, where Samsung's world-class audio engineers apply advanced acoustic technologies and cutting-edge computer modeling to create perfectly balanced, room-filling sound.

One Remote
Streamline control of both your Samsung TV and soundbar with just the Samsung TV remote.

¹Q-Symphony is compatible with select 2020 & 2021 Samsung TV's. Please refer to samsung.com for more information.Soundbar must be connected to TV via HDMI to enable Q-Symphony function"

²Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit included. The wireless module requires a power cord to function and speaker cables to connect to rear speakers."

³Compatible with select TVs and select game consoles only. (e.g. Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch). Please refer to samsung.com for more information. Game console sold separately.

⁴Function and remote control design may vary by TV model and region.Only available on select Samsung TVs. Please refer to samsung.com for more information.

What's Included
Remote Controller
HDMI Cable
Wallmount Kit
Battery for Remote Controller
Power Adapter
Rubber Foot
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I have this for a year now and I have zero complaints for the quality of sound or woofer. My neighbor doesn't like it thou 🤣
Vizio software and firmware is shit. I hate mine and will never buy Visio again. Don't know much about Samsung.
Please add model to title/description... HW-Q65T/ZA.

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10-26-2021 at 05:35 AM.
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Please add model to title/description... HW-Q65T/ZA.

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10-26-2021 at 07:54 AM.
10-26-2021 at 07:54 AM.
This is 100 - 200 off the normal price. That is pretty good. Ugh. I don't know if I want this or if I want an atmos capable one.
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10-26-2021 at 08:03 AM.
10-26-2021 at 08:03 AM.
I have this for a year now and I have zero complaints for the quality of sound or woofer. My neighbor doesn't like it thou 🤣
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10-26-2021 at 08:18 AM.
10-26-2021 at 08:18 AM.
Can someone comment on this one below?
I've been researching about the 5.1 vs this Vizio and find that the Samsung one has less sound output than this Vizio one. This 7.1 is just 2 extra from the 5.1 version correct?

So for $100 more for 2 extra speakers i don't really need, should I get the Samsung or Vizio?

VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CGVT...BHTTPG1NH0
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10-26-2021 at 08:23 AM.
10-26-2021 at 08:23 AM.
Quote from Goodolcluny :
This is 100 - 200 off the normal price. That is pretty good. Ugh. I don't know if I want this or if I want an atmos capable one.
it seemed from the description on best buy that it is atmos capable but I could be wrong
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10-26-2021 at 08:25 AM.
10-26-2021 at 08:25 AM.
How does it get the audio? I see hdmi in and out but no toslink or other. Can all TVs pass audio to a sound bar via HDMI? This would be used on a smart TV so most of the content wouldn't be coming via hdmi to the TV

According to RTINGs it does have an optical in. Can anyone confirm? Weird thing for Samsung to omit
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Quote from Goodolcluny :
This is 100 - 200 off the normal price. That is pretty good. Ugh. I don't know if I want this or if I want an atmos capable one.
DTS:X, Dolby Atmos
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Quote from SDU-Tango :
Can someone comment on this one below?
I've been researching about the 5.1 vs this Vizio and find that the Samsung one has less sound output than this Vizio one. This 7.1 is just 2 extra from the 5.1 version correct?

So for $100 more for 2 extra speakers indontr really need, should I get the Samsung or Vizio?

VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CGVT...BHTTPG1NH0

Honestly, looking at the rtings article for this, it will really be a 5.1 u less you have a specific Samsung TV model. They said they could only 5.1 channels in the review so I'd say don't let the 7m1 be your deciding factor.
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10-26-2021 at 08:38 AM.
10-26-2021 at 08:38 AM.
I ordered a Vizio M512a-H6 for $300 https://smile.amazon.com/gp/produ...UTF8&psc=1 back in July (which still hasn't shipped if it ever will) Is this a better deal than the vizo?
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10-26-2021 at 08:41 AM.
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Quote from Goodolcluny :
Honestly, looking at the rtings article for this, it will really be a 5.1 u less you have a specific Samsung TV model. They said they could only 5.1 channels in the review so I'd say don't let the 7.1 be your deciding factor.

Yeah, I also use the rting comparing function, and see that the Samsung 5.1 version produces slightly less output than the Vizio, despite it cost double than the Vizio original price. If the output is true, then the Vizio wins, but I also want to consider about the reliability. Some says the Vizio dies like 6 years in best buy reviews.
One thing I found that pulls me toward the Samsung one is I heard it has 9 speakers? While the Vizio one has only 6, O I don't understand how it pulls more output than the Samsung one, also whether which one pulls better surround sound that's my most request.
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10-26-2021 at 08:42 AM.
10-26-2021 at 08:42 AM.
We use a projector with a Shield TV. I saw that this setup supports Bluetooth. Any likelihood that we can use a BT connection from a Shield TV behind us to the main bar in front of us and have a solid experience?
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10-26-2021 at 08:43 AM.
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How does this compare to the Samsung HW-Q950A?
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We use a projector with a Shield TV. I saw that this setup supports Bluetooth. Any likelihood that we can use a BT connection from a Shield TV behind us to the main bar in front of us and have a solid experience?

Most likely you can connect anything to it via Bluetooth, but I also found that you'll only get 2.1 via Bluetooth
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