getting a soundbar

[wormraper]

ok guys, been looking for a soundbar for the bedroom TV... I have an LG 55LM4600 and of course the audio is pure crap... even for just basic video games and tv shows.

I have the chance to pick up a 1 year old JVC TH-BA1 soundbar for $100 on craigslist. is that a fair price or should I try to bargain him lower?

what decent soundbars are a good solid bang for your buck

[JohnWayne]

Originally Posted by wormraper

ok guys, been looking for a soundbar for the bedroom TV... I have an LG 55LM4600 and of course the audio is pure crap... even for just basic video games and tv shows.

I have the chance to pick up a 1 year old JVC TH-BA1 soundbar for $100 on craigslist. is that a fair price or should I try to bargain him lower?

what decent soundbars are a good solid bang for your buck

I wouldn't even buy a sound bar off of Craigslist. You could end up getting a broken one or one that breaks a month from now and you'll be hitting yourself on the head for not just going to the store and getting one that comes with a warranty.

[A Sith Lord?]

The sony one I bought at HHGregg for $250 is really nice. Samsung has a similar model for around that price. I know the higher end ones are like $500 but the $250 is nice.

[GamerBoy14]

I use the Sony HT-CT150 and couldn't ask for more. The sound is clear and crisp and because it has a subwoofer, it can produce nice bass. Sitting at the exact right angle, it can also sometimes actually produce a slight surround effect. This is all assuming you're fine with a sub being included in the setup, also.

[Midnight Rambler]

Check out the new Sonos Playbar. I know it's expensive, but it is also so much more than just a soundbar. And Sonos in general is just a great company, can't say enough good things about them and their products - I own several Play 5's, a bridge, and their sub, and have been super impressed with everything, and their tech support people are top notch too. The Playbar should be available this week, I got the chance to see/hear a demo last week and was just as impressed with it as the rest of their lineup.

[wormraper]

Originally Posted by Midnight Rambler

Check out the new Sonos Playbar. I know it's expensive, but it is also so much more than just a soundbar. And Sonos in general is just a great company, can't say enough good things about them and their products - I own several Play 5's, a bridge, and their sub, and have been super impressed with everything, and their tech support people are top notch too. The Playbar should be available this week, I got the chance to see/hear a demo last week and was just as impressed with it as the rest of their lineup.

lol, I wish I could afford the Sonos. This is just a bedroom TV so the Sonos is about 4 x my budget

[Pondosinatra]

I've heard good things about the Sony soundbar.

Not sure about the hex design though...

[wormraper]

Originally Posted by Pondosinatra

I've heard good things about the Sony soundbar.

Not sure about the hex design though...

that's one I've been considering. they have it at costco for $115 and it sounds pretty good there.

[Steel Panther]

I have this one:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Sharp+-+...&skuId=3419779

and from what I remember, it's got pretty decent sound on it. I don't remember, as I lost my speaker wire in my most recent move, so I gotta wait for my new wire to come in on my order. I paid $179 I think for mine..

[BLOFELD]

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Klipsch+...sb-1&cp=1&lp=1

I would highly highly recommend the SB 1 shown above. I absolutely love mine and the sound is crisp and brilliant in 3D mode. Setup is a breeze. The only complaint I have is the small remote but I use a harmony universal so it doesn't really bother me. IMHO dollar for dollar this is the very best sound bar you can get.

Originally Posted by wormraper

ok guys, been looking for a soundbar for the bedroom TV... I have an LG 55LM4600 and of course the audio is pure crap... even for just basic video games and tv shows.

I have the chance to pick up a 1 year old JVC TH-BA1 soundbar for $100 on craigslist. is that a fair price or should I try to bargain him lower?

what decent soundbars are a good solid bang for your buck

[djkest]

Originally Posted by Midnight Rambler

Check out the new Sonos Playbar. I know it's expensive, but it is also so much more than just a soundbar. And Sonos in general is just a great company, can't say enough good things about them and their products - I own several Play 5's, a bridge, and their sub, and have been super impressed with everything, and their tech support people are top notch too. The Playbar should be available this week, I got the chance to see/hear a demo last week and was just as impressed with it as the rest of their lineup.

Wow, that Sonos is sweet. It's got L/C/R with 2 woofers and 1 tweeter per channel. I'm not sure if it comes with the Sonus sub for $700 though... does it?

I could make something with better speakers than the sonus soundbar, but it wouldn't be as sleek, integrated, or connected.

[The Drugstore]

Looking to add a soundbar for our bedroom tv, the Vizio M3D460SR, mainly for concert blu-rays and movies. I was looking at this LG Model: NB3530A, what you alll think. I want bluetooth streaming to the soundbar that way I don't have to purchase a Jambox, I wanna stream muisc from my cellphone to the sound system for night time music.

[alvarez468]

I'm looking at buying energy a klipsch branch company its called bts 2.1 soundbar with wired subwoofer. Is this any good or decent at least

[erlinmeyer]

Originally Posted by The Drugstore

Looking to add a soundbar for our bedroom tv, the Vizio M3D460SR, mainly for concert blu-rays and movies. I was looking at this LG Model: NB3530A, what you alll think. I want bluetooth streaming to the soundbar that way I don't have to purchase a Jambox, I wanna stream muisc from my cellphone to the sound system for night time music.

You may consider this http://www.amazon.com/VIZIO-S3820w-C...s=vizio+s3821w ... there is also a model with the subwoofer http://www.amazon.com/VIZIO-S3821w-C...s=vizio+s3821w, but the difference in sound doesn't seem to justify the doubling in price. I have a Vizio soundbar without the woofer in my bedroom and use it at night with my iPhone just like you want to do.