Samsung HW-A450 2.1-Channel
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Product Overview
HW-A450 is an entry-level 2.1-channel soundbar with wireless subwoofer in Samsung's 2021 lineup. It is essentially a power upgrade over the HW-T450 from 2020 from 200W to 300W.
Like its predecessor, the HW-A450 supports only simple Dolby Audio and Dolby Digital in two channels. The soundbar has only three drivers and supports only Bluetooth and optical connectivity. It can be complemented by Samsung's new SWA-9100S wireless rear speakers to provide a surround sound experience.
For those who wish for Dolby 5.1 and DTS Virtual support, Samsung also markets the HW-A550 and HW-A650 in its 2021 lineup.
Ratings
What we found
Pros
- Very neutral sound profile
- Supports Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth
- Good sound enhancement features
Cons
- Doesn't support Dolby Atmos or DTS
What external reviewers found
External score 26%
Pros
- Decently immersive soundstage
- Supports Bluetooth, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi
- Graphic EQ and presets
- Can get loud enough for a large room
Cons
- Lacks low-bass
- Doesn't support Dolby Atmos
- No dedicated center channel
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Specifications
External Reviews
rtings[1]
Reviewer score 26% (normalized by Neofiliac)The Samsung A450 has a neutral sound profile suitable for a variety of audio content. While it has a touch of extra boom, it still lacks low-bass, so action movies and genres like EDM lack thump and rumble. The bar also doesn't support Dolby Atmos content, and its surround performance is poor.
Pros
- Graphic EQ and presets
- Decently immersive soundstage
- Can get loud enough for a large room
- Supports Bluetooth, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi
Cons
- Lacks low-bass
- No dedicated center channel
- Doesn't support Dolby Atmos
References
- ^ Samsung HW-A450 Soundbar Review. [rtings].
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