Best Dolby Atmos soundbars of 2020

Looking to amp up your home entertainment this summer? You may want to consider buying a Dolby Atmos soundbar. These slim, singular speakers produce a sound that seems to come from above your head using 3D sound and the Dolby Atmos protocol. It’s a game-changing piece of living room tech that will make your movies more cinematic and your music more immersive. Check out our selection for the best Dolby Atmos soundbars.

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Did you buy yourself one of those 4k TVs under $1000 earlier this year? Or maybe you splurged and got yourself one of those fancy 8K or bezel-less models? Either way, a new TV deserves incredible sound, something that your TV speakers alone simply can’t provide. To make your living room setup great for Sunday night movies or that get-together you’re planning, you’ll want to look into these best Dolby Atmos soundbars.

You probably already know that Dolby Atmos soundbars aren’t your typical TV speakers. They create that object-based surround sound that makes audio from your TV seem like it’s coming from overhead. It’s a similar experience to what you’d get at a movie theater. But since most of us catch the latest flicks at home these days, it’s time to bring a bit of the cinema to your living room.

And with a Dolby Atmos soundbar, you won’t have to set up speakers strategically around your house or drill one into your ceiling. Just one thin speaker bar and maybe a rear speaker is all you need to get unbelievable audio in your own home. Setup, for most brands, is easy.

But soundbars aren’t just for your TV. Most connect to other devices via Bluetooth and can play your songs from Spotify or other music apps. So your soundbar can also serve as your DJ for parties at home or while you’re doing chores. Because you deserve theater-quality music, too.

Sonos Arc Premium Smart Soundbar

This Dolby Atmos soundbar makes a sleek, gorgeous addition to your home theater setup. But its beauty isn’t only skin-deep. The Sonos Arc Premium Smart Soundbar immerses you in games, films, and your favorite music. Compatible with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, this gadget will fit right into your smart home setup.

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HW-Q70R Samsung Harman Kardon Soundbar with Dolby Atmos

The HW-Q70R Samsung Harman Kardon Soundbar with Dolby Atmos lets you hear and feel the action on your TV through three-dimensional sound from speakers that project it in front and above. Gamers will love this soundbar’s Game Mode Pro which detects when you’re gaming and optimizes your sound in real-time.

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LG Meridian Audio 2020 Soundbar Series

Another of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars is the LG Meridian Audio 2020 Soundbar Series. This LG/Meridian Audio collaboration results in high-quality audio with simple connections. It also has a beautiful design and gives you smart control. Best of all, this soundbar can even update your existing home media collection to make it sound like it’s playing in a theater.

LG Meridian Audio 2020 Soundbar Series under a TV

Sennheiser Ambeo 3D Soundbar

If you want to treat yourself to an excellent soundbar, you’ll want to check out the Sennheiser Ambeo 3D Soundbar. Reviewers say it’s huge, pricy, and rather finicky but worth the price tag and effort. At 127 cm wide and 14 cm tall, it’s much larger than your typical soundbar, but its size allows it to cover a greater range frequency. If you’ve got the cash to spare, this is an excellent home-cinema option.

Sony HT-ST5000

Also, one of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars is the Sony HT-ST5000. Reviewers say that this Sony provides an accomplished Atmos sound that gives its competition a run for their money. This soundbar pairs a true sense of height with refined sound quality. Furthermore, its setup and operation are easy, giving you an uncomplicated way to get Dolby Atmos in your home.

Sony HT-ST5000 with a TV

Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 SSE Dolby Atmos Soundbar

Finally, the Nakamichi Shocwafe Ultra 9.2 SSE Channel Dolby Atmos Soundbar with subwoofers and rear surround effects offers a comprehensive way to get the best sound for movies, music, and games. It’s Dual Wireless Subwoofers will let you feel earth-shattering bass and the four modular surround effects speakers bring sound from every direction. It’s audio you never thought you could experience in your living room.

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So, are you ready to give your home theater setup the upgrade it deserves? This list of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars is sure to provide you with some inspiration. Imagine watching your favorite series on Netflix with movie-theater quality sound. It sounds like a great way to spend a Friday night if you ask me. Or what if you could hear enemies above and beside you as you game? These soundbars will immerse you in your favorite Netflix shows and make your gaming sessions life-like. Do you have one of these soundbars at home? Let us know how it’s working out for you in the comments below.

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