Written by Iris
Edited on
18 February 2025
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12:56
How do you choose a soundbar for your TV?
Do you want to improve the sound of your television? A soundbar is a good choice for you. With a soundbar, you can easily create better sound for your favorite movies, series, and sports or TV programs. The soundbar is also the ideal basis for a home cinema or multi-room system. In this article, we'll give you advice on how to choose the right soundbar.
Choose a soundbar
Soundbars are available in all shapes and sizes. Ask yourself the following 5 questions and choose the soundbar that suits you best.
- What brand is your television?
- Which connectors do you have?
- Do you already own multi-room speakers?
- What sound quality do you expect?
- Do you want to connect wirelessly?
What brand is your television?
First, look at your television brand. You might want a soundbar from the same brand. It's often the case that the television and soundbar are easier to connect and that you can use extra functions this way. If this isn't important to you, make sure the soundbar fits on your TV cabinet.
Which connectors do you have?
Before you choose a soundbar, check which connector your TV has first. You need an HDMI ARC connector or an optical connector for a soundbar. You can see what these inputs look like on the image. Do you have both? Choose the HDMI connector. It'll provide the best sound quality. Some TVs and soundbars have a 3.5mm jack connector. You can also connect the 2 devices that way, but we don't recommend this method due to quality loss.
