The best Dolby Atmos soundbars for 2024

By Michael Bizzaco and Erin Lawrence Updated August 25, 2024

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Michael Bizzaco has been selling, installing, and talking about TVs, soundbars, streaming devices, and all things smart home for the better part of 15 years. He even knows a thing or two about how to fix this stuff when it starts misbehaving (because no tech is perfect!).

Mike has been writing for Digital Trends and several other publications since 2020. Fortunately, he’s still able to write after he got his index finger stuck in a vending machine at the Ramada Inn the summer before fourth grade! From hands-on reviews to best-of roundups, Mike does his best to share his expertise in a friendly and informative way with all readers, and loves staying on top of the latest AV and smart home trends.

When he’s not thanking his father for dislodging his finger from that vile vending machine in New Jersey, Mike enjoys playing guitar, reading, and indulging in horror films with his girlfriend.

Erin Lawrence

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Erin has over 20 years of experience as a journalist in the media and news industries, with time both on camera and behind the scenes in network TV production, plus years of writing for blogs,websites, magazines and newspapers.

A renowned storyteller (winner of two Edward R Murrow Awards for Journalism) Erin has covered everything from daily news, to technology, food, travel and architecture and loves to share what she's working on through her blog, TechGadgetsCanada.com, YouTube Channel, Erin Lawrence TV and across social media.

Erin has a Master's Degree in Journalism from Western University in London, and has been named to a Top 40 Under 40 by Avenue Magazine. She has minor obsessions with smart lighting, Palm Springs, gemology, and geology.

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The best soundbar of 2024 is $902 off at Amazon today

If you're in the market for an excellent soundbar, then you don't have to look further than the SAMSUNG HW-Q990C. Not only did it top our list for best soundbars with subwoofers, but it also tops our list for best soundbars overall, so whichever way you look at it, you're getting an incredible experience. Of course, being one of the best soundbars you can get comes with a significant price tag, which is why we're happy to see this truly massive $902 discount that brings it down to just $998 on Amazon. Just be aware that you may not see the discount on Amazon when you add it to your cart, but it is $902 less than the . Amazon has tons of early Prime Day soundbar deals right now, if this one doesn't fit your needs.

Why you should buy the SAMSUNG HW-Q990C
When we reviewed it, we felt like the Samsung HW-Q990C ticked all the boxes, especially since it basically functions as a DTS:X and Atmos solution right out of the box without having to have complicated setups or any additional gear. The soundbar itself even has four up-firing channels to give you an entirely immersive experience and true 11.1.4 channel surround sound, or at least as close to it as you can get with the sound design you'll find in most films and shows.

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This Samsung 7.1.2 Channel soundbar just dropped from $1,100 to $800

Best Buy is going all out for its savings event. From September 27-29, you’ll be able to save big on popular tech devices like laptops, TVs, and the focus of today’s post, impressive home theater sound systems. Considering it’s our job to stay on top of the best promos, we just had to bring this offer to your attention:

Best Buy has discounted the Samsung HW-Q850D 7.1.2 Soundbar with Rear Speakers from $1,100 to $800. With $300 going back in your pocket, you may even want to take a look at some of the other great Best Buy deals we’ve been keeping tabs on.

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This Samsung 3.1.2 channel soundbar is $200 off today at Best Buy

For one of the best soundbar deals, look no further than Best Buy. Right now, you can buy the Samsung HW-Q600C 3.1.2 channel Q-Series soundbar for $200 off bringing it down to $400 from $600. If you’ve just snapped up one of the many Best Buy TV deals happening, this is the perfect way to enhance your home cinema setup for less. We’re here to tell you all about the HW-Q600C but bear in mind the deal is likely to end soon.

Why you should buy the Samsung HW-Q600C 3.1.2 channel Q-Series soundbar
Samsung is a reliable name in the best soundbars world as well as for making great TVs. It knows how to get the most out of anyone’s home cinema setup and ambitions. The Samsung HW-Q600C 3.1.2 channel Q-Series soundbar offers 3.1.2 channel True Dolby Atmos sound which can work in conjunction with your Samsung TV speakers providing they have Q-Symphony support. It takes seconds to set up and instantly improves your aural experience while you view.

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