Does the HW-Q990F support Dolby Atmos and DTS:X?

Yes. It decodes both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X and uses four up-firing channels for height effects.

Do the rear speakers need wires?

They connect wirelessly to the soundbar, but each rear speaker still needs its own power outlet.

What inputs does it have?

Two HDMI inputs, one HDMI eARC output, and one optical TOSLINK input. There is no Ethernet port.

Can I stream music to it?

Yes. It supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect and TIDAL Connect.

What TV size is it recommended for?

Samsung recommends it for 55-inch and larger TVs.

Is it wall-mountable?

Yes. Wall-mount hardware is included for the soundbar.

Where can I buy the Samsung 656W 11.1.4-Ch Wireless Dolby Soundbar System?

14 stores we checked sell it, including Greentoe, Amazon, eBay, Merlin's TV & Appliance, Full Compass Systems.

Samsung 656W 11.1.4-Ch Wireless Dolby Soundbar System

Q: Where is the Samsung 656W 11.1.4-Ch Wireless Dolby Soundbar System cheapest?

At Greentoe, for $949.00, 41% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

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What reviewers say

Owners of Samsung's flagship Q-series bars praise the room-filling Atmos effect and the strong, clean bass from the dual 8-inch sub. Some report that the rear speakers need careful placement and that the app setup takes patience.

What people mention

SoundstagePraisedOwners say the height and rear channels create a convincing overhead and behind-the-listener effect.
BassPraisedThe dual 8-inch subwoofer is described as deep and controlled for movies.
SetupMixedWireless pairing is convenient, but some find the app calibration steps slow.
Rear speakersMixedWireless rears are praised for convenience but need outlets and good placement.
SizeCriticisedThe subwoofer and rear units are large and take up floor and shelf space.

About the Samsung 656W 11.1.4-Ch Wireless Dolby Soundbar System

The Samsung 656W is an 11.1.4-channel wireless Dolby soundbar system. It includes a wireless subwoofer with two 8" (20.3 cm) drivers and rear speakers with a 2-way satellite configuration.

It sits on a tabletop or bookshelf, or it can be wall mounted with the included hardware. It is recommended for screens 55" and up. It connects to a TV over HDMI eARC and streams over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.3, with AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect and TIDAL Connect. A mobile app is available for Android and iOS.

Channels

11.1.4-channel

Subwoofer

Wireless, 2 x 8" (20.3 cm) drivers

Rear speakers

Wireless, 2-way satellite configuration

Placement

Tabletop/bookshelf; wall mountable with included hardware

Recommended TV

55" and up

HDMI inputs

2 x HDMI (audio/video)