Best soundbar up to 300 euros: Recommended models for the television
Good sound for your television does not have to be expensive. You can also get crystal-clear sound, rich bass and a great sense of space with soundbars up to 300 euros.
By Sven Wernicke
Because these models also offer contemporary features such as surround sound, Bluetooth, wireless subwoofers and DTS:X or Dolby Atmos. If you are not an absolute sound enthusiast, you can buy a soundbar for less than 300 euros for gaming, home cinema and your favorite music with a clear conscience.
Peaq PSB 150: Great bargain for beginners
Peaq PSB 150
Image: © Peaq 2022
This proves that a soundbar for around 70 euros has a lot to offer Peaq PSB 150. The manufacturer does save on a subwoofer, but the 2.0 soundbar has two high-quality loudspeakers with a total output of 30 watts, which significantly improve the sound of simple TV sets.
If possible, connect the Peaq PSB 150 to your television via HDMI, because then you will benefit from a particularly good sound. This is made possible by the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) standard, which most modern televisions support. In addition, an optical input, Bluetooth, AUX-In and a USB port, for example for USB sticks, are available.
Per:
+ Very affordable entry into the soundbar world
+ Remote control for convenient control
+ Display showing the selected audio source
Cons:
– No subwoofer
– No support for surround sound
– Limited to the basic functions of a soundbar
Grundig DSB 990: lots of bass for little money
GRUNDIG DSB 990
Image: © Grundig 2022
Would you like a little more (bass)? For around 100 euros, lovers of powerful bass will get their money’s worth – for example with the soundbar Grundig DSB 990. The 2.1 soundbar with 80 watts (two 20 watt loudspeakers + 40 watt subwoofer) has a separate subwoofer that you can place anywhere as it is cordless. Basses are therefore transmitted by radio.
With the Grundig DSB 990 you get all the basics you need for proper sound in games, films or music. You can connect devices via Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX-In, optical input or coaxial cinch socket.
Per:
+ Attractively priced 2.1 soundbar
+ Wall bracket and remote control included
Cons:
– No support for Dolby Atmos or DTS
Samsung Soundbar HW-A430: Expandable to a complete surround system
SAMSUNG HW-A430
Image: © Samsung 2022
the You can see the Samsung HW-A430 as a kind of starting point for your sound experience when watching TV or gaming. Because if you later need more sound power for your living room, you can expand the 2.1 soundbar into a complete sound system – with the two separately available wireless rear speakers SWA-9100S.
But even without the additional speakers, the HW-A430 is an attractive, versatile and bass-friendly soundbar under 300 euros. The bass boost mode creates a crisp cinema atmosphere at home. The included universal remote control is practical and can also be used to control other devices.
Otherwise, the scope of performance of the Samsung soundbar is impressive: 270 watts of output power, virtual surround sound, two optical inputs, DTS digital surround, special game mode, USB connection – there’s nothing to complain about.
Per:
+ Expandable with rear speakers
+ Universal remote control included
+ Wireless subwoofer
Cons:
– No Dolby Atmos
Polk Audio Command Bar: Soundbar with Alexa
POLK AUDIO Polk Command Bar
Image: © Polk 2022
Even if you don’t know Polk Audio yet: The US company has been making loudspeakers for 50 years – and is world-renowned for it. Polk Audio has also had soundbars for some time now. One is something else command bar
The Command Bar stands out from other soundbars because an Amazon Echo Dot is integrated in this model. This allows you to make full use of the Alexa voice assistant. And you can integrate the soundbar into your smart home with Alexa, for example. With the help of other compatible devices, a loudspeaker network (multi-room) can be set up.
Ultimately, however, the acoustics play the main role. Two full-range drivers, two tweeters and a wireless subwoofer ensure good sound. Thanks to the patented Voice Adjust technology, you adjust the sound of the TV so that you never miss a word in a dialogue. The Command Bar also supports Dolby Surround and DTS.
Per:
+ Dolby/DTS surround sound support
+ Voice assistant Alexa integrated
+ Direct connection to Fire TV/Fire TV Stick possible
+ Wireless subwoofer
+ Remote control included
Cons:
– The design is a matter of taste
LG DSK8: Powerful 2.1 soundbar with Dolby Atmos
LG DSK8
Image: © LG 2022
360 watts – that’s a house number! the With its 200-watt subwoofer and two 80-watt speakers, the LG DSK8 soundbar transforms your apartment into a real home cinema. Standards such as Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS Digital Surround and Dolby TrueHD are a matter of course.
If you own a TV with LG Sound Sync, setting up the LG DSK8 is particularly easy. But it also works with TV sets from other manufacturers without any problems. Bluetooth, support for Google Assistant and Chromecast, HDMI input and output, optical input – everything you need for comfortable TV enjoyment is included.
Per:
+ Support of all relevant audio standards
+ Powerful subwoofer
+ Google Assistant & Chromecast integrated
+ Remote control included
What you should consider when buying a soundbar up to 300 euros
Before buying a soundbar, you should consider a few things.
Image: © Samsung 2022
The cheaper the soundbar, the smaller the range of functions is usually. But you can also get a good audio system for your television for little money. A few tips for making a purchase decision:
Speaker: Don’t be fooled by the high wattage. The quality of the loudspeakers is decisive. It’s worth checking whether manufacturers use separate tweeters and mid-range drivers for clean sounds, for example, like Polk Audio does.
Subwoofer: If you want rich bass and clear, deep tones, your soundbar needs a subwoofer. Wireless versions that you can set up flexibly are practical. Soundbars with an integrated subwoofer are usually not very powerful.
Channels: 2.0, 2.1, 5.1, 7.1 – what does all that actually mean? The number in front of the dot represents the number of speakers. The one after that indicates whether a subwoofer is included. Soundbars up to 300 euros are mostly 2.1 systems. But even with just two speakers, they enable virtual surround sound. The more channels are available from which the sound comes (i.e. loudspeakers), the better the sound can unfold – but of course that also costs more.
Connections: Bluetooth for streaming content from smartphones is standard today. Optical inputs, HDMI and USB are also common. Some soundbars also have an AUX input for connecting older analogue playback devices. Before you buy, think about what you want to connect and which sockets or transmission standards you need. If you only want to use the soundbar for the television, HDMI or an optical input is sufficient.
Smart features: Yes, voice control and integration into the smart home are nice, but not essential for a soundbar.
Sound settings: Most providers advertise special sound modes to improve the acoustics of TV programs (especially dialogues), games or movies. This is practical, because it allows you to optimally adapt the soundbar to your needs. It is ideal if you can easily make these settings with the remote control.
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