Buying A Soundbar 2017 – Recommended & Updated

Top choices for users wanting to integrate their TV sound into a whole-home wireless audio network.

The first soundbar to feature , providing a simulated surround experience without extra speakers at a sub-£500 price point. Best Premium Atmos: Sony HT-ST5000 buying a soundbar 2017

Praised for its audiophile-grade stereo performance and striking design. Best for Smart Ecosystems: Sonos Playbar Bose SoundTouch 300 Top choices for users wanting to integrate their

In 2017, the soundbar market shifted from simple TV speaker replacements to sophisticated home theater hubs. The year was defined by the mainstream arrival of (Dolby Atmos and DTS:X) and a focus on multi-room wireless ecosystems . 2017 Top Rated Models Best for Smart Ecosystems: Sonos Playbar Bose SoundTouch

A flagship 7.1.2 channel system featuring 800 watts of power and dedicated up-firing drivers for true overhead effects. Best for Music Enthusiasts: Dali Kubik One

: For those without dedicated rear speakers, technologies like DTS Virtual:X became a major selling point, simulating height and surround channels through psychoacoustic processing. 4K/HDR Pass-through

Industry experts at What Hi-Fi? and TechBreakMag identified these as the leading options for the year: Best Overall Value: Samsung HW-MS650