Samsung HW-S60T 4.0-Channel Soundbar

MSRP 330 USD61% External
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Product Overview

Samsung HW-S60T is an entry-level 4.0-channel all-in-one soundbar. It supports Dolby Audio and DTS Digital Surround and is compatible with SWA-8500S wireless rear speakers.
The HW-S60T features two side-firing horn speakers with Samsung Acoustic Beam that provide room-filling surround sound. They complement two tweeters and two woofers in an all-in-one design that is easy to place in any modern room. Aiding this is the Kvadrat fabric wrapping.
Samsung's SWA-8500S wireless rear speakers can be purchased separately to create a fuller surround sound experience.
There's also a more affordable, 2.0-channel model that shares the same design, the HW-S40T, by Samsung.

Ratings

What we found**

Pros
  • Good sound quality
  • Works with Alexa and Google Assistant
  • Supports Dolby Digital and DTS
Cons
  • Doesn't support Atmos, DTS:X or 4K HDR

What external reviewers found***

External score 61% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Excellent sound quality
  • Excellent build quality
  • Great for dialogue and TV shows
  • Attractive design
  • Comfortable to use
  • Supports Atmos, DTS:X, Q Symphony and 4K HDR
Cons
  • No Atmos support
  • Lacks thump and rumble
  • No Dolby Vision or Dolby Atmos
  • Not as punchy as it might be
  • Some compression artifacts at max volume
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Specifications

Connectivity

Ports
[Input] 1x HDMI | [Output] 1x Optical + 1x Coaxial
Wireless Connectivity
WiFi, Bluetooth

Construction

Colors
Black
Drivers
6 speakers (2x woofer + 2x tweeter + 2x side-firing)
Form Factor
All-in-one soundbar with built-in subwoofer

Dimensions

Size | Depth
4.9 inch
Size | Height
2.6 inch
Size | Width
30.1 inch
Weight
6.4 lbs

Function

Audio
Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS Digital Surround 5.1
Bluetooth Codecs
SBC
Channels
4.0 channels

Performance

Power Consumption
23 W
Power Output
180 W

Production

Accessory
Wireless Rear Speaker: SWA-8500S
Debut
2020

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3rd-Party Review Videos

External Reviews

rtings[1]

Reviewer score 48%
Reviewers from rtings have found the following***:
The Samsung HW-S60T is alright for mixed use. While this soundbar lacks thump and rumble, it delivers punchy bass and a neutral mid and treble, which is suitable for podcasts or audiobooks. If you're looking for more bass, Samsung sells a compatible wireless subwoofer separately.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Well-balanced and neutral mid and treble-range
  • Graphic EQ plus three presets
  • Good soundstage that sounds slightly wider than the bar itself and it's pretty focused
  • Great for dialogue and TV shows
Cons
  • Some compression artifacts at max volume
  • Lacks thump and rumble

t3[2]

Reviewer score 78%
Reviewers from t3 have found the following***:
Samsung HW-S60T is a wireless soundbar with a wireless subwoofer. It has five drivers (four woofers and a central tweeter), and three passive radiators for bass. Amazon Alexa voice control is available too (Samsung seems to have quietly consigned its Bixby voice assistant to the bin marked ‘3D TV and other failures') There's a banana-shaped remote control that features just enough buttons.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent build quality
  • Excellent sound quality
  • Lots of control options
Cons
  • Not as punchy as it might be
  • No Dolby Atmos

trustedreviews[3]

Reviewer score 56%
Reviewers from trustedreviews have found the following***:
The HW-S60T is configured to fit into smaller spaces. Samsung’s integrated Acoustic Beam technology fires up for more height. Connections are few - HDMI ARC and optical inputs. HDMI CEC control is also possible, and file support covers AAC, MP3, FLAC, OGG and WAV.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Attractive design
  • Comfortable to use
  • Supports Atmos, DTS:X, Q Symphony and 4K HDR
Cons
  • No Dolby Vision or Dolby Atmos
  • No Atmos support

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References

  1. ^ Samsung HW-S60T Soundbar Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/soundbar/reviews/samsung/hw-s60t. 2020-06-26. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
  2. ^ Samsung HW-S60T review: an affordable soundbar with a premium feel. [t3]. https://www.t3.com/reviews/samsung-hw-s60t-review-an-affordable-soundbar-with-a-premium-feel. 2021-03-25. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
  3. ^ Samsung HW-S60T Review. [trustedreviews]. https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/samsung-hw-s60t. Retrieved 2021-03-22.

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