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Reddit mentions of Samsung HW-F355 2.1 Channel 120 Watt Wired Audio Soundbar (2014 Model)
Sentiment score: 2
Reddit mentions: 3
We found 3 Reddit mentions of Samsung HW-F355 2.1 Channel 120 Watt Wired Audio Soundbar (2014 Model). Here are the top ones.
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Length & Power Output: 37.1-inch 120 W (2.1 channels) – ideal for 40-inch and larger TVsSubwoofer: WiredConnectivity: Bluetooth OnlyWall Mountable: Yes; Remote Included: YesInputs: 1 audio, 1 optical, 1 USB
Specs:
| Height | 30 Inches |
| Length | 50 Inches |
| Number of items | 2 |
| Weight | 10 Pounds |
| Width | 15 Inches |
I haven't heard the Hive but the Sony didn't impress me. You would do better with a lower end soundbar with a "sub" included. I would look at any of these as an option.
If you can stretch you budget get this XS Cinema set from BA for $160.
You could even get this Vizio soundbar with this Dayton sub800 for around $165.
Today's TVs focus so much on visual quality; the built-in speakers really don't offer much in comparison to external speakers. Sounds bars can simulate surround sound fairly well have a more balanced EQ output. As for surround sound sets, in this price range it's really a matter of quality or quantity. Do you want a less speakers that sound better? Or do you want more speakers that aren't as high in quality? I picked a sound bar because of the virtualized surround capabilities and there are less wires involved. I'm very happy with my decision. Instantly improves gaming and movie experiences.
This is the one I have:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C2MBTK4/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_a-8sub0NWBHB0
You can probably find a soundbar around a 100-120 (combined) watts of power that would do it for you in your price range. Look for a sub with 50-60 watts and 2 speakers each pushing at least 20(3 could push less, but 20 is about where you'll want to be) should cover anyone who wants to listen to it, within your desired range. You could theoretically go without the sub, especially for just talk, but you'll lose some of the punch, even if it's imperceptible to you standing next to it.
This one is a little more than your price range, but look for similar ones. I personally have that one and it pumps.
You could find something like /u/Alphamazing linked, as long as it has enough power (along the lines of what I mentioned), you should be fine.
12-15 watts per speaker would likely be enough, but you'd have to push those speakers pretty hard constantly. Which will shorten the speakers life tremendously. The benefit of the sound bar, you could make a bracket and mount the bar itself on the tent, preferably higher up, which would help with the projection, as people are the best sound absorbers around. Get the sound above them, it'll carry much better.