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Samsung HW-T550 2.1-Channel

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Product Overview

Samsung HW-T550 is a 2.1-channel soundbar with a small wireless subwoofer. Compared to similarly-designed HW-T450, it uses a dual-tweeter, dual-woofer setup instead of full-range drivers and adds more connectivity options.
Unlike higher-spec'd models in the Q-series, the HW-T550 loses more involved digital processing options, opting for an honest 2.1-channel setup. Compared to the more simplistic S-series soundbars, it adds a separate, wireless subwoofer.
The HW-T550 can be paired with Samsung's SWA-8500S wireless rear speakers to create a 4.1-channel setup.

Ratings

What we found

Pros
  • Good stereo sound signature
  • 7-band EQ lets you customize the sound to your liking
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
Cons
  • Nothing in particular

What external reviewers found

External score 34%
Pros
  • Good stereo soundstage
  • Well-balanced sound profile
  • Decently deep bass
Cons
  • No Atmos support
  • Doesn't support Atmos content

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External Reviews

rtings[1]

Reviewer score 34% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from rtings have found:
The Samsung HW-T550 is a decent overall soundbar. This 2.1 setup has a well-balanced sound profile with a bit of extra bass kick. The wireless subwoofer is powerful and delivers decently deep bass too. Unfortunately, due to its speaker configuration, it can't support Atmos content, which isn't ideal for movies.
Pros
  • Well-balanced sound profile
  • Decently deep bass
  • Good stereo soundstage
Cons
  • No Atmos support
  • Doesn't support Atmos content

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References

  1. ^ Samsung HW-T550 Soundbar Review. [rtings].

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