Our take on the Samsung 9.1.4-Channel Wireless True Dolby Atmos Sound System

Samsung's 9.1.4-channel soundbar system pairs a wide main bar with a wireless subwoofer and rear speakers for a true Dolby Atmos layout: nine ear-level channels, one subwoofer channel and four upward-firing height channels. It suits people who want a full surround setup without running speaker cable across the room. Against rival flagship bars, it leans on the extra rear and height channels for a more enveloping bubble of sound, while its up-firing effects depend heavily on ceiling height and room shape.

Best forMovie fans who want overhead Atmos effectsRooms where running speaker wire is impracticalLiving rooms with a flat, reflective ceilingBuyers replacing a basic bar with a full surround setup

Pros

True 9.1.4 layout with dedicated rear and height channels
Wireless subwoofer and rear speakers cut cable clutter
Dolby Atmos decoding built in
Wide bar anchors dialogue across a large TV
Samsung TVs add Q-Symphony-style combined audio

Cons

Questions and answers

What does 9.1.4 mean?

Nine ear-level channels, one subwoofer channel and four upward-firing height channels. The height channels bounce sound off the ceiling to create overhead effects for Dolby Atmos.

Do the rear speakers need wires?

They connect wirelessly to the main unit, but each still needs its own power outlet. The subwoofer is wireless too and also needs power.

Will it work with any TV?

Yes, it connects over HDMI or optical to any TV. Samsung TVs add extra features such as combined TV and bar audio, but Atmos works from other brands that pass the signal through.

Is a 9.1.4 system worth it over a 5.1.2 bar?

The extra rear and height channels give a fuller surround field, especially in larger rooms. In a small room with a low or angled ceiling, the gain over a simpler Atmos bar is smaller.

What is in the box?

The main soundbar, a wireless subwoofer, two wireless rear speakers, a remote and the power and connection cables. Check the exact bundle for your configuration.

How high should my ceiling be for the height effects?

A flat ceiling roughly 8 to 10 feet high works best. Very high, vaulted or heavily treated ceilings weaken the overhead effect.

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Our take on the Samsung 9.1.4-Channel Wireless True Dolby Atmos Sound System

Best forMovie fans who want overhead Atmos effectsRooms where running speaker wire is impracticalLiving rooms with a flat, reflective ceilingBuyers replacing a basic bar with a full surround setup

Pros

True 9.1.4 layout with dedicated rear and height channels
Wireless subwoofer and rear speakers cut cable clutter
Dolby Atmos decoding built in
Wide bar anchors dialogue across a large TV
Samsung TVs add Q-Symphony-style combined audio

Cons

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Questions and answers

What does 9.1.4 mean?: Nine ear-level channels, one subwoofer channel and four upward-firing height channels. The height channels bounce sound off the ceiling to create overhead effects for Dolby Atmos.
Do the rear speakers need wires?: They connect wirelessly to the main unit, but each still needs its own power outlet. The subwoofer is wireless too and also needs power.
Will it work with any TV?: Yes, it connects over HDMI or optical to any TV. Samsung TVs add extra features such as combined TV and bar audio, but Atmos works from other brands that pass the signal through.
Is a 9.1.4 system worth it over a 5.1.2 bar?: The extra rear and height channels give a fuller surround field, especially in larger rooms. In a small room with a low or angled ceiling, the gain over a simpler Atmos bar is smaller.
What is in the box?: The main soundbar, a wireless subwoofer, two wireless rear speakers, a remote and the power and connection cables. Check the exact bundle for your configuration.
How high should my ceiling be for the height effects?: A flat ceiling roughly 8 to 10 feet high works best. Very high, vaulted or heavily treated ceilings weaken the overhead effect.