How well does the soundbar reproducing normal conversation?
230674
I still have a minor problem with having to turn up the volume to here dialog and then turn it down when action scenes are playing.
230675
It seems fine for normal conversation but any sort of background sounds with bass to it has the possibility of producing a muffled sound.
230676
I think it sounds great for normal conversation,You just have to have the sub adjusted to how you like it
993303
I have no problem with the sound. The speakers are like any other tv speakers. If you're expecting room jarring surround-like sound speakers to each side or a sound bar would solve any problem. Just FYI, I have a 65" Vizio in the living room. I purchased a factory refurbished Vizio soundbar from Walmart online (saved a lot!), but usually it is turned off---UNLESS I'm watching an action movie and want to feel like I'm in the middle of the action. Hope this helps. Hope it wasn't TMI. Would be interested in what you decide.
2275632
It does, however, as everyone else stated, it's pretty crappy. What I did was turn off the speakers and do audio out from the TV to the Soundbar, then used the TV remote to control the volume.
1706325
I currently have two iLive sound bars - the most recent is the ITP 280B. Had it for a month and used it a couple of times - so far so good.
1129821
The TV sound is OK but the sound bar makes theatre like sound in the room. You can really tell the difference. As far as it having to be a 'smart sound bar' - the TV seems to be able to do everything the soundbar can do.
2207078
I do not believe it does have voice enhancement. If this helps it does have a feature to direct the sound in one direction. From the remote you can actually move the sound around to a specific location. With the sound directed at you and being able to control the base and treble this might help. Of course it doesn't help separate background noise from a conversation. Even if what I am describing sounds tempting I strongly suggest calling Yamaha for technical assistance. They are very friendly and should be willing and able to tell you if this bar fits your needs. Having said all of this I can say my father returned a sound bar, not this one, because he had difficulty hearing. I believe he got a free or discounted sound system for hard of hearing issues. I believe his ear doctor directed him to the organization.
1330418
I have found that the best sound, for my liking at least, is to use my television speakers slightly to supplement my SpeakerCraft sound system. It gives it a good balance and the dialogue is just fine.
810534
I owned the playbar about 9 months before buying the sub. Stand alone playbar sounds good with the lows but very good with higher frequencies. IMO, adding a sub brings the low frequency to a very good level as well. Surprisingly I notice the improved lows more with movies / TV than music.
1284431
Will it improve the sound of TV? Absolutely. The array of speakers on the bar alone provide better sound and the subwoofer, though comparatively modest as subwoofers go, truly fills out the bottom end. We don't have the system on all the time, just when we watch shows with music or movies. and the difference is dramatic. There are much better soundbars out there but they all cost a lot more. For our bedroom TV, a 32" Sony, it works very well indeed.
1085393
I do not know if the sound bar works on this tv but i do know that the sound on the tv could be better. now i wonder if the soundbar would be better for this tv i just bought.
1181497
My situation is much different from how you intend to use this sound bar. I am using mine as a substitute to the audio provided by my television. In my case there is No audio lag as I am using the optical audio port. I can tell the sound quality is great and it's easy to install and readily accepts the addition of a subwoofer. My suggestion is give it a try and if it does not meet your standards return it. One last thing as you may be aware bluetooth devices were never meant to be that far from their source device and also consider what other appliances are around it such as a wireless house phone.Just my 0.02, best of luck! My situation is much different from how you intend to use this sound bar. I am using mine as a substitute to the audio provided by my television. In my case there is No audio lag as I am using the optical audio port. I can tell the sound quality is great and it's easy to install and readily accepts the addition of a subwoofer. My suggestion is give it a try and if it does not meet your standards return it. One last thing as you may be aware bluetooth devices were never meant to be that far from their source device and also consider what other appliances are around it such as a wireless... » Read More My situation is much different from how you intend to use this sound bar. I am using mine as a substitute to the audio provided by my television. In my case there is No audio lag as I am using the optical audio port. I can tell the sound quality is great and it's easy to install and readily accepts the addition of a subwoofer. My suggestion is give it a try and if it does not meet your standards return it. One last thing as you may be aware bluetooth devices were never meant to be that far from their source device and also consider what other appliances are around it such as a wireless house phone.Just my 0.02, best of luck! « Show Less
1476673
No, the TV has pretty good sound quality, but I do have a sound bar attached. I Like my movies to sound like they do in a theater. But I don't think you have to have one, TV sound is ok.
1386902
I always have to adjust the Pal Bot's volume when I move it from one device to another, so it's fairly normal. However, I agree with Wildman's suggestion to try headphones with the devices to check.
1256425
It depends on what environment you are using the speakers in. AV receiver? Man cave? Bar? I can be more specific with more information.
1317133
I stongly recommend a sound bar. The sound from the TV is quite inferior. It made a huge difference for me. I bought both TV and the sound bar here.
1085392
This question was posted over a year ago, but I'll answer: DO NOT buy the sound bar. It is terrible. Very low quality audio, crackles horribly when level nears top range. The television is louder than the sound bar (same crackle) The TV has an optical output, but the bar does not.
495798
it isn't super noise, but level is high enough. you can't use it and listen TV with middle level sound. hope it will help.