Can anyone compare this soundbar to the Polk Audio Surround Bar 9000: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A...
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The Energy Elite has better bass and clarity than the polk. When I used to work at Magnolia Home Theater in BestBuy, we would sell these sounds bars over the polk's in a demo every time. If you had to compare this sound bar to another one, it would be Bose not Polk.
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No. A sound bar is a step up from the speakers on the TV, but still no replacement for actual speakers. A small amp and decent bookshelf speakers will blow just about any soundbar out of the water. Soundbars are about convenience and ease of set up, not so much about sound. I helped a friend put one of these up (without the sub) and it sounded better, but not great.
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Over base stock speakers? Absolutely. I replaced all 4 (2 in soundbar and 2 in dash) and didn't touch anything else; the overall sound volume seemed to double not to mention the 'quality' is fantastic.
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Its a push. Go with the one substantially cheaper. Dont consider any surround receiver from another manufacturer.
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I don't know I have a pair of olk audio 40 moniters and a subwoofer .I have never played around with a soundbar.
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I have not hear the difference with surround on and off yet. It sound pretty well with movies, I connected the bar to my PS3 and stream Netflix movies and is really good. I used to have a full home theater system and this is a good replacement.
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Nope for me too! See John's answer--the sound bars are good if a bit on the pricey side....for possibly more kicks at a bunch less dough grab one of Logitech's powered 2.1 systems...you'll get an e-z way to connect them to your TV [mini earphone jack], 2 satelite speakers and a nice little subwoofer. These are usually on the bright boomy side but I find them nice for contemtorary music. I did mention prices, right? I paid under 40 bux for my last set of logitech's...I'm not sure about these soundbars other than they were very costly at one time. So, do the math and spend well--Happy & Merry
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Hi Sharon,unfortunately this is a centre speaker only and not a soundbar,which is totally different.A soundbar has the amplifier and inputs for sources such as blue ray player and tv audio built into it.They also come with a subwoofer for low frequency sound.I recently installed a Samsung sound bar and wireless Sub for a client that does everything except make popcorn.Bluetooth connectivity for music from the IPhone and for the sub.And hdmi inputs for picture/sound switching.Yamaha also make good quality sound bars.From memory the Samsung was around 700.00 Aussie dollars.But whatever you choose will be a major improvement over tv speakers.Just don't buy too cheap as the more you spend the more inputs and sound quality will improve.Subwoofer is a must also.I hope this helps you and have fun shopping.Cheers.
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This is an audiophile sound bar. Not only does it get way louder than Sonos, it acoustically blows it out of the water. Sonos probably just puts extra juice in their demo or something. I've heard both in different homes and there is no comparison. My brother in law (who bought everything Sonos makes) actually bought two bookshelves to supplement his Sonos bar/sub because it did not perform how he expected.
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Digital Optical are much better than RCA. They carry a 5.1 signal, not sure if your sound bar supports that or not... just beware that these cables (at least the ones I received) are not as pictured. They didn't come with the attached caps and were much thinner and more brittle.
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If your speaker uses an optical input connections, this will work just fine. I can't find a pictures that show the inputs for polk smart bar speakers. If they are powered speakers, then the box itself may have an optical input.
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I had this problem. The solution: Make sure you have an HDMI or Optical cable connected directly to the soundbar from source (My AT&T; Uverse box). Make sure to set the audio settings in your source to output "surround". Most cable boxes come pre-programmed to output "stereo". You will hear the difference immediately...and it kicks A**!
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Get a yamaha or a denon. These are comparitvely priced and will not disappoint you. As far a speakers go with polk. Yes I know you friends are probably telling you bose - don't listen. Actually do listen, if the can hear side by side polk and bose played through a yamaha, denon or harmon karden you will wonder why boses were ever invented
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No idea. But there are better products out there. I'd say to avoid this sound bar.
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Honestly, I can not compare as I have not tried the other. Obviously, it has lots more power. As a previous audiophile, I can tell you that although "sound bars" are convenient they do not compare with real amplifiers and reals speakers. I can tell you I am happy with the sound, and the digital input works well with my 60 inch 1080p 3D TV. My only complaint is when you use digital input you have to use the rinky dink remote that came with the sound bar to control the volume. My advise is don't skimp on sound it is just as important as the picture when it comes to watching movies. Honestly, I can not compare as I have not tried the other. Obviously, it has lots more power. As a previous audiophile, I can tell you that although "sound bars" are convenient they do not compare with real amplifiers and reals speakers. I can tell you I am happy with the sound, and the digital input works well with my 60 inch 1080p 3D TV. My only complaint is when you use digital input you have to use the rinky dink remote that came with the sound bar to control the volume. My advise is don't skimp on sound it is just as important as the picture when it comes to watching movies.
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Sorry for the dumb question, but what is a soundbar? I've never had to put one on a TV - I just have 5.1 surround hooked up to my current TV.
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The 6000 is good if you're on a budget, but you'll be happier watching movies with the 9000 if you connect the digital optical cable directly to a blue ray player or Directv receiver. The wireless subwoofer provides ample punch and the surround effects add enough realism to get a quasi theater feeling. In no way is the 9000 comparable to a true surround sound system, but for a small to medium size room it will do the job. If you plan to use an aftermarket optical cable installation becomes an issue because the soundbar will not sit flat on a shelf, because the optical cable plugs directly into the bottom. The 6000 is good if you're on a budget, but you'll be happier watching movies with the 9000 if you connect the digital optical cable directly to a blue ray player or Directv receiver. The wireless subwoofer provides ample punch and the surround effects add enough realism to get a quasi theater feeling. In no way is the 9000 comparable to a true surround sound system, but for a small to medium size room it will do the job. If you plan to use an aftermarket optical cable installation becomes an issue because the soundbar will not sit flat on a shelf, because the optical cable plugs directly... » Read More The 6000 is good if you're on a budget, but you'll be happier watching movies with the 9000 if you connect the digital optical cable directly to a blue ray player or Directv receiver. The wireless subwoofer provides ample punch and the surround effects add enough realism to get a quasi theater feeling. In no way is the 9000 comparable to a true surround sound system, but for a small to medium size room it will do the job. If you plan to use an aftermarket optical cable installation becomes an issue because the soundbar will not sit flat on a shelf, because the optical cable plugs directly into the bottom. « Show Less