How is the sound? I want a set that has good sound like the Sony Bravia 32" that I have in another room.
748944
This 40" KDL has about the same sound quality as my old 40" Bravia from '07 -( the first Bravia.) And by the way, this KDL line has a 'Bravia' insignia on the screen, just as the old Bravias. I can't compare it to the 32", but what I do like about the sound of the 40" KDL is that it doesn't distort like my old 40" would if turned up. I bought a sound bar for it, but honestly don't use it that much since the sound is really adequate as is. I would say it is clear and quite good, though by itself lacks deep basses and any reverb effect etc.
748945
I think it's fine. Again, we have the 50 inch set and it's in our bedroom, which is a smaller master bed. The sound is just as good as our larger LG set, which is in the living room. I've had the TV now for some time and it's a great set. The colors are amazing for a set that was about $500. You cannot go wrong.
748946
It's pretty loud but of course like any tv, they have generic paper cone speakers so you're not going to get the best sound. I don't go past 20 one the volume and that's about the quarter way of the volume bar so I'm sure it's pretty loud.
748947
Sound is pretty good. To me, it seems normal...not as good as having external speakers (which I do on my other TV), but it's adequate.
609833
The speakers have very nice sound. I think you could hook them to an MP3 player and get great sound. (I think they'd also be good for a TV, too). You would miss the center channel speaker, though. In other words the sound would come at you from the sides, which is good for sounds (effects, background noise, etc.) but not as good for someone speaking.
1006985
I think my surrounds sound just as good as my rf-42s. I personally think tower speakers just look good on both sides of your tv.
1474866
Yes the sound is great... whatever your listening to movies, games, or Pandora radio. You will hear sounds that would have missed listening from your TV speakers. You will get great sound for the money. I recommend this product!
1198583
Really a matter of personal preference. If audio is a big consideration for you when watching movies and shows, you might want to give it some thought. I've been content with the sound from the tv personally, particularly at this price point, but with our neighbor's bedroom being positioned above our living room, we're not really pushing it all that much.
350809
I would say fairly, the sound is acceptable. To qualify that, I have another set up I use for enjoyment listening, with definable bass and range. This is to me perfect for just hearing the dialoge etc and to follow the TV as I fall asleep. I wouldnt use them for say, exercise. Just my opinion. Still love what I use them for, and still use them every night. Best of luck.
553801
We have this tv. The tv sound is not that great, we have our sound coming through our stereo dolby 7.1 , it sounds great! I guess buying a soundbar is another option.
50441
I have a TV playing through mine. I played some concert DVD's through it and was very satisfied with the sound quality. For $100 it cannot be beat.
1603654
The sound is not bad. You can live with it but i would recommend a sound bar .
964366
Perhaps, I just don't expect much from any TV set in terms of sound quality, and maybe that is why in my opinion LN40B500 is perfectly adequate in that regard. When I watch DVDs or listen to music I do fire up my amp.As for watching news, etc. TV's sound is loud enough, perfectly clear... The darn thing even has a programmed-in EQ. What else one might want? It's a TV, not Hi-Fi system.
429557
Not really that good to be honest. They have a hollow, tinny sound. You can adjust them with internal controls but I don't think it helps much. I rarely use them and play the sound thru my external 5.1 surround system. It's a shame because otherwise the TV is excellent for the price.
1981285
Sounds good for people who don't care for amazing sound like a surround sound system. I use head phones connected to a surround sound processor for surround sound for headphones. I do use the TV speakers for the rest of the family and they like it.
1781746
"Is the sound good?"? Yeah, the sound is good. Normally, if there is something cheap or odd about a product I'll pick up on it pretty quick. I like the way this TV sounds.
132093
My opinion after recently purchasing this television is that some sort of sound enhancer (i.e., external speakers, receiver) is probably necessary. I find myself turning the volume nearing to maximum in order to hear shows and movies. I've owned other Sony televisions and had a similar experience. Great television overall but sound quality is not quite there. Hope you find this helpful.
999788
I keep virtual surround on and it sounds good. Ideally, you should get a sound bar for this tv.
1905999
I set it for 'movie sound' and was pleasantly surprised by the quality. I have it in my office for dual use as a television and monitor and the sound is fine for both uses. My home office is small (10x12) so the sound doesn't have to travel far to my chair when I'm watching something. I think the sound is better than my Sonys.
1621219
The audio is better than the last flat screen I owned and no longer need external speakers, I do not hear well. Hope this helped.