TCL 31.5" Alto R1 Roku TV Wireless 2-Channel Sound Bar
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Our take on the TCL 31.5" Alto R1 Roku TV Wireless 2-Channel Sound Bar
The TCL Alto R1 is a 2-channel sound bar built to pair wirelessly with TCL Roku TVs. Setup is the selling point: the TV finds and connects to the bar on its own, so there is no HDMI or optical cable to run. It is a simple upgrade for a bedroom or small living room where the TV's built-in speakers sound thin. Against rivals, it gives up a subwoofer, surround channels and most inputs, so it suits people who want clearer dialogue with minimal clutter rather than a full home theater.
- Pairs wirelessly with TCL Roku TVs, no cable to the TV
- 2-channel stereo widens sound beyond TV speakers
- Compact bar fits under most TVs
- Controlled through the Roku TV remote and menus
- Fewer wires and boxes than a subwoofer system
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What reviewers say
Owners of TCL Roku TVs tend to like how quickly the bar connects and how much clearer speech sounds than the TV's own speakers. Those expecting deep bass or a full surround effect come away disappointed.
- SetupPraisedOwners say the bar links to a TCL Roku TV without cables and is running in minutes.
- Sound clarityPraisedSpeech and general TV audio come through clearer than the TV's own speakers.
- BassCriticisedListeners note the low end is thin because there is no separate subwoofer.
Questions and answers
- Does it work with any TV?
- The wireless link is made for TCL Roku TVs. With other TVs the bar has no standard audio input to connect through, so it is not a general-purpose sound bar.
- Do I need a cable between the TV and the bar?
- No. The TV pairs with the bar wirelessly, which is the main reason to choose it over a wired bar.
- Does it come with a subwoofer?
- No. It is a 2-channel bar on its own, so bass is modest compared with systems that include a subwoofer.
- Can I connect a game console or phone to it?
- There are no HDMI, optical or analog inputs for other devices. It plays audio from the paired TCL Roku TV.
- How do I control it?
- Volume and settings are handled through the Roku TV's remote and on-screen menus once the bar is paired.
- Is it good for a large living room?
- It is best in a bedroom or small to medium room. It has no surround channels and limited output for big, loud spaces.
