With the main bar measuring 1110.7 x 60.4 x 120mm, this is still a fairly meaty piece of home cinema kit to find space for, though the step-up HW-Q930B has the same dimensions if that’s of any value. CH Level actually pilfers a few audio modes from the Sound Control button, which now governs other modes such as Active Voice Amplifier, Night Mode, Voice enhance among others. There’s a bit more to control with the inclusion of Tone Control (adjusting bass and treble by -6/+6) and CH Level (changing the volume of each speaker). Its functionality seems to have grown too (or perhaps I simply wasn’t paying attention) with the christened Smart One Remote Control able to control TVs (compatible Samsung models I should add) and connected devices. The remote has changed from the ergonomically shaped model of 2021 to an effort that more closely resembles the zapper that comes with Samsung’s TVs. Here’s hoping the Q930B and above models follow the same path. The display placement issue that affected the Q900A soundbar is not apparent on this 800 series model, with the LED sensibly placed on the front (right from centre as you’re facing the bar), which makes it easier to read, make set-up changes and know what mode the soundbar is in. On the top surface and visible through the grille are upfiring drivers for delivery of Atmos and DTS:X audio, while in the centre are the multi-function, volume and microphone buttons, the latter disables the built-in microphones Alexa uses. The grilled finish from the Q800A has been toned down, the black colourway takes on a greyer appearance while the design at the edge of the bar borrows from the Q900A, the angular corners help to spread sound from the new side-firing drivers.
The appearance of the HW-Q800B isn’t what you’d call graceful or elegant more of a functional-looking unit that doesn’t draw much attention to itself. That bar put in a strong immersive performance, so what’s the HW-Q800B got up its sleeve? Design The HW-Q800B falls in the former camp, following the HW-Q800A reviewed earlier in the year, and the Q800B features upgrades both in its appearance and number of speaker drivers, taking a similar approach to the 2021 HW-Q900A in how it fires out sound. Samsung is one of the biggest brands in the soundbar market, offering bars at various price points and catering to both home cinema enthusiasts and lifestyle users. 5.1.2 Atmos 5.1.2 speaker configuration with support for additional rear channels.Wireless connectivity AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth playback.SpaceFit Sound Gen II Soundbar equalises performance in according to room acoustics.
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