soundbar
noun
sound·bar
ˈsau̇n(d)-ˌbär 
variants
or sound bar
plural soundbars or sound bars
: a rectangular audio device that transmits sound (as from a television or computer) via multiple loudspeakers contained in a single enclosure
A soundbar is designed to take the audio from a television and turn it into virtual 3D surround sound without having to do complicated wiring or stringing speaker boxes throughout the room.—
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Big-ticket electronics like TVs and soundbars may be at the front of the line.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 13 Apr. 2025
This holistic concept is what makes its halo Premium Arc Ultra Set with Sub 4 Subwoofer + Era 300 Speakers an ideal plug-and-play soundbar solution for a robust home theater.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025
The Sonos Arc soundbar, now $250 off, delivers rich Dolby Atmos audio and voice control with Alexa and Google Assistant for an immersive theater-like experience.
—Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 27 Jan. 2025
With that in mind, here are some top suggestions on the best TVs and soundbars from last year or earlier that can save you big money right now.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 13 Apr. 2025
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Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 13 Apr. 2025
This holistic concept is what makes its halo Premium Arc Ultra Set with Sub 4 Subwoofer + Era 300 Speakers an ideal plug-and-play soundbar solution for a robust home theater.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025
The Sonos Arc soundbar, now $250 off, delivers rich Dolby Atmos audio and voice control with Alexa and Google Assistant for an immersive theater-like experience.
—Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 27 Jan. 2025
With that in mind, here are some top suggestions on the best TVs and soundbars from last year or earlier that can save you big money right now.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 13 Apr. 2025
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“Soundbar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soundbar. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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