GREAT Potential! VIZIO SoundBar - ELEVATE Dolby Atmos Sound Bar Review

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The VIZIO Elevate is a dolby atmos soundbar that comes with an 8” subwoofer as well as two wired surrounds. This VIZIO soundbar has the potential to dominate a crowded soundbar marketplace because its performance can be THAT good. This performance comes at a cost - not so much money but time. The Elevate has a steep learning curve so be prepared to spend time getting it to sound just right because when you do you’ll have a great budget dolby atmos sound bar.
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INTRO: 00:00
SPECS: 00:44
APP ISSUES: 01:43
SOUND: 03:02
HEIGHT SPEAKERS: 05:59
COMPARISONS: 09:46
CONCLUSIONS: 11:36
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@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

★ *REVIEWING: **amzn.to/3ra5fhp** ADDITIONAL INFO/LINKS IN THE DESCRIPTION⬆︎* ★ *QOTD: Who do YOU think makes the best soundbar right now?* ★ *Love our conversation/outtakes? Be sure to watch to the end* ★ *COMMENT RULES: Please be respectful. No outside links, URLs, email addresses, etc. Violations are automatically deleted.*

@technon8 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. I just got the Elevate Friday! I do enjoy getting into the settings and tweaking things for each movie or game I play so that works for me. I didn't have any issues connecting it to the Smartcast App yet but hey it happens.

@KristiWright 3 жыл бұрын

@@technon8 🙌. so glad to hear that.

@onepurpose315 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been waiting on your review because I have the older Vizio atmos soundbar. I don’t have proper room for surrounds and wanted to experiment so I just ordered Klipsch the fives! Do you think the Klipsch speakers are a better option for a smaller room? I want a great soundstage but I want clarity. I also bought a jamo s808 subwoofer

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

@@onepurpose315 I would stick with what you bought in the Fives and Jamo sub. As a 2.1 setup in a small room, your gear is going to ROCK!

@onepurpose315 3 жыл бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews thanks for the quick response. I’m excited!!! Love your channel and I think your making me an audiophile because I’m already looking for alternative set ups for other rooms! You should really do a 2 channel set up vs soundbar video. Thanks and keep up the great work, hope all is well in Texas from your neighbor in Louisiana

@Gnawcx 3 жыл бұрын

Now I know which Sound Bar to not get my mom. Mom: "My House is haunted." Me: "No it's not." VIZIO Elevate: "Found"

@KristiWright 3 жыл бұрын

😂

@nicholassmith7723 3 жыл бұрын

I love the inclusion of dialogue with your wife. It's nice to hear the back and forth

@KristiWright 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Nicholas! We really appreciate you watching.

@danycardenas1614 3 жыл бұрын

Disagree Kristi feels repetitive and not needed.

@KristiWright 3 жыл бұрын

@@danycardenas1614 Thank you!

@sweetswing1 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, she adds a lot. I appreciate it.

@tirs0d 2 жыл бұрын

It's the real review.

@reference2592 3 жыл бұрын

I LOVE the Vizio Elevate and can't recommend it enough. I first bought the JBL 9.1 and then the Bose 700+subwoofer, but quickly returned them. They sounded incredible in the store, but utterly mediocre back at home with regular TV, movies, and especially music. Worse still, the options for customizing/equalizing the sound were so limited. In contrast, the Vizio was 95% the sound I wanted right out of the box. The other 5% I could customize exactly to my liking using Vizio's extensive customization options. The Vizio doesn't look as aesthetically nice as the Bose system, but it sounds 5x better for a much cheaper price. I'm surprised by how tepid Andrew is about the Elevate. To my ears, the Vizio sound was MILES better than the JBL 9.1 or Bose 700. It wasn't even close. Best money I've spent in a long time. It's incredibly well balanced sound, with a booming subwoofer if you want to crank it up.

@knockout77 2 жыл бұрын

Good advice

@tonypatterson1419 3 жыл бұрын

That was, without question, the best review on this product I have heard or have seen. The way that you made me feel as if I were in the driver's seat and had me understanding the benefits and downfalls, was brilliant. The conversation that the both of you had about your frustrations and wow moments gave me a very detailed image of the graph of pleasure vs. pain I would experience in every day use. I am helping to consult my cousin in purchasing something that sounds great and will please his wife, who does not want a bulky speaker setup in her living room. I would also like to thank you for your review on the Klipsch RP-8000F tower speakers. I was conflicted on which towers to buy, the SVS Pinnacle Prime and Ultra towers were the big contenders against Klipsch. I was leaning towards SVS due to the v-shaped curve and 2 way limitations of the Klipsch towers. But, you helped me to close my eyes and actually listen to the speakers and actually feel which ones sounded better and to ignore the specs. After about 2 hours of listening to the SVS and Klipsch towers at a local retailer, I decided that Klipsch was just more fun. I went all in with the RP-8000F's, the 504 center channel, the RP-500SA atmos speakers, the 600M bookshelves at the rear, an SVS PB-3000 sub, a Denon X3700h and an Emotiva BasX 300 to help drive the towers. I am very pleased with the performance and have zero remorse with going Klipsch for the whole of my surround.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you found the review helpful and that you're enjoying your 8000Fs!

@stang3106 3 жыл бұрын

Best in depth review on this sound bar. Been waiting for it since it debuted last year at CES. But I've seen enough now to make me gun shy, so will invest in a different one.

@stephenpace5623 2 жыл бұрын

The "proprietary cable" for the rear speakers are just RCA cables - its two RCA cables fused together, which didnt fit in the hole in my speaker stands, so I bought RCA cables and female-to-female couplers and ran the RCA cables one at a time through the speaker stands, and then connected one end to the speakers, and the other ends to the couplers which where then connected to the proprietary cable which came with the unit Works great

@maddy4549 5 ай бұрын

Dude you look like a young Kevin Spacey. And your presentation is nearly flawless. One of the best You tubers by far. I was only mildly interested in the content but watched nearly the whole episode because I found you enjoyable to see and hear. I'll subscribe. Thanks

@pawelfronczyk1579 4 ай бұрын

I also mentioned that, he looks and sounds like him too.

@justinpatten156 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such an informative video! It definitely took some playing around/tweeking but I think I've finally got my Elevate sounding great!

@LegendaryMaoMao20 3 жыл бұрын

Very satisfying and detailed review, one of the best reviews out there in general, I'd save all your videos in a playlist and listen to them✨👍✨

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@echo-hotel 3 жыл бұрын

I bought it and love it. I have an odd shaped room, and this things is the first to sound so good. Replacing a very good (old) Bose system.

@anthonyortiz4254 3 жыл бұрын

Just got mine 2 days ago on sale, and I love it. I didn't find it difficult to properly set up with app. I use my TV, PQX, as the switch, as using the bar direct inputs combined with using the TV eARC led to voice sync issues, for me. Center channel was muffled in direct mode, non adjustable, but can be adjusted in movie mode, which I also use for music. The Atmos effect is the best I've heard on a soundbar, tuned to max height. The sub I placed behind the couch, to reduce localization. For me, that brings in the feeling, that couch rumbling transducer feeling, I get at an Atmos theater and still remains punchy.

@buckeyenation7322 3 жыл бұрын

Andrew thanks for the honest review. Noted UI difficulty. Side note. It does sound amazing when dialed in. Thanks for the great work.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

You own the Elevate? Thanks for tuning in!

@Barleyleg 3 жыл бұрын

You made me subscribe when you told me to grab a drink. Plus, I’ve been eyeballing this bar for months (currently have the Vizio 46-5.1.4 atmos)

@Bdot888 Жыл бұрын

Vizio makes solid soundbars and are getting better each year. I didnt go with the elevate but went with the M512A-H6. It was $350 during black friday and for my first ever soundbar its pretty solid and dolby atmos content sounds surprisingly well with the two upfiring speakers bouncing the sound off the roof

@ikenj 3 жыл бұрын

The convo at the end really sets this review apart. Another perspective that was also informative. Great vid! 👍🏽

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for tuning and and sticking around!

@alexisjuarez6593 3 жыл бұрын

I got this sound system yesterday, it sounds AMAZING but I had the problem of connecting with the app as well. Honestly ditch the app, the remote can do it all it's no deal breaker for me personally.

@hermannisavolainen8328 3 жыл бұрын

great video as always! Keep up the great work Andrew!👍🏼

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Appreciate you tuning in!

@KristiWright 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Hermanni!

@mcelestin7 3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the conversation between yourself and Kristi, really like hearing the opinion of someone who is exposed to the different products but isn't as immersed in the AV/Tech world... oh BTW great review! I have an older vizio 5.1 surround sound and I differently agree with your take on the user experience

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in Marvin, appreciate it and thanks for watching through to the end!

@rxl77 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome detailed review. Love the pro's and con's. You've got a new subscriber.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@audiotalk6155 Жыл бұрын

Nice video as always Andrew. Got mine before Christmas and it’s just been outstanding for movies which is what I am using it for. Once I set levels on a Visio app for my iPhone; it worked great. For $699 it’s disgustingly good. Amazing product.

@andretorres1220 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!! What were your settings? I just purchased my elevate yesterday and I like it alot.

@canadamike6397 3 жыл бұрын

Haha love the end cuts! You should keep all of that footage and at the end of the year release a frustration montage! As always the rest of the video was great too!

@KristiWright 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching it to the end! So glad you enjoy the outtakes.

@jthao475 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I've been getting mix answer with regards to placing rear speakers for this vizio speaker. What is your recommendation for placement of the surround speakers? Also, I plan to mount it. What is the recommendation for height placement?

@thehairyyam3077 3 жыл бұрын

Great review! I actually just bought mine this past week. I didn't have any issues connecting it to the app, but there is noticeable lag between the app and soundbar. Yes, you have to play around with the settings, but that is what I love about it. I'm a music snob and my ears are very picky, so although dialing it in can be tedious, you can really tune that sound into perfection. One or two more firmware updates and app updates (fixing the UI on the app, and allowing for decreasing the sub even more) would allow this soundbar to destroy the competition.

@Traveleryvr 3 жыл бұрын

@Andrew, not related to this video while this was one of sound bars I was looking at. But I decided to got AV. You recommend the Yamaha RX-V6A as a nest budget. What would you recommend as a mid-range AVR?

@tonyorob Жыл бұрын

Seems like the logical thing for Vizio to have done would've been to simply put an extra speaker on both ends of the soundbar and have the up-firing speakers permanently facing up. I'm sure the company would've saved money by not implementing those motors.

@priyonjoni 2 жыл бұрын

If you set it to elevate wide, does Atmos still work with the rear speakers?

@daftnord4957 3 жыл бұрын

i have nakamichi 7.1.4 but i'm not sure if the SSE works like i expected. When playing atmos content from dolby's windows program(and sound bar display confirms atmos) it sounds like it just plays all sound at height, it does provide a dome feeling of sound immersion but almost as if it's all or nothing. Wondering if there's some sort of demo to play that would test all speakers including the .4 channels of "height speakers"

@isaiahbarker 2 жыл бұрын

Can you save custom presets? That way we can just change to our own settings depending on what we are watching… sports, movies, music, etc.

@thomasv.pedersen3068 Жыл бұрын

I connected my Apple TV with HDMI to the soundbar and soundbar via HDMI to TV (eARC). This made it recognize the Atmos content. However, this gives me a slight audio delay by a few milliseconds. It does not happen when the Apple TV is plugged directly to the TV and the sound bar is plugged directly to the TV. Any ideas how to sort this out. I would like to enjoy the Atmos feature.

@ramondelgado6778 2 жыл бұрын

Another wonderful review. You really helped me confirm my decision to go with the cinema 600 by Klipsch. I've heard it in a store and thought it sounded like a nice pair of bookshelf speakers with a great sub. I will be using it mostly for music. I may just go with the 400 as I won't really be in it for the center channel and save the $200. Love your videos!!!! And Kristi's comments at the end are always fantastic! I too agree it would be great to see her in FRONT of the camera or beside you during the review, with her contributions through the duration of the video. Keep up the amazing vids!

@F22rapt0rA 3 жыл бұрын

New subscriber here, love all your review videos. Anything in the works on the Sony HT-ST5000 7.1.2 sound system? Curious as to what you and Kristi think of its design and performance!

@justinsugay1149 3 жыл бұрын

I actually really enjoyed hearing Kristy bounce her ideas and thoughts with you. It actually reminded me to stop and like the video because I consume a lot of your content and I am guilty of not hitting that like button as often as I should. I think what I like about her jumping in is seeing your real time response to go a little deeper into a particular topic and she brought up quite a few good ones.

@gregorypeck3023 3 жыл бұрын

I owned one. If you are trying to connect the soundbar to your phone to access the app via bluetooth, make sure that the BT of your other devices are turned off. I really like the sound of this soundbar. I got it for a big discount last BF. Great and thorough review!

@colbyord 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I also have the P Quantum X and was wondering exactly what setting you were talking about in regards to the HDMI handshake and forcing it to recognize the device. Thank you, sir.

@UncommonLtd. 3 жыл бұрын

This is what all review vidz should be. Subscribing!

@marcelomunoz2474 2 жыл бұрын

Hola, sigue prefiriendo altavoces de calidad en vez de barra con parlantes traseros?

@Powerpickle68 3 жыл бұрын

Your job doing reviews is hard, not that I thought it is easy by any means, I bought an Emotiva TA100 and until the T-zero+ arrive I hooked up two old pairs of speakers. Pioneer CS-G204 which are 3-way floor sitting speakers and Sony 2-way bookshelf SS-MB150H. I moved them around a bit in my limited space with and without a Kanto sub8. Trying to do my own review for my fun I realized two things. The Kanto YU6's are better in every way than my old speakers on the TA100 and I don't want to be an audiophile. Thank you for all that you and Kristi go through to do a product review like this one !

@jimhimesjr 2 жыл бұрын

Paid $699 for this bar at Best Buy for my living room where I’m not putting a full system into. I’m fairly into audio and home theater so I’m into tweaking/etc. It needed setup for sure but once I got the bass turned down and and tuned it sounds pretty darn good

@MTBJakeJake 2 жыл бұрын

I just did the same, but with Amazon, for around $600. Took a few days to get it tuned, but I am really enjoying it. For the $999.99 I don't know, I'd have to second guess it. but love it.

@RoofusKit 2 жыл бұрын

As someone who has purchased this, I have to say this review almost 100% reflects my experience. I am a very happy owner with the exception of the POS app experience. The Elevate's upward speakers are definitely not a gimmick and this is the best in home theatre experience I've ever had.

@brobob52 2 жыл бұрын

If the bar fails u within the next couple weeks please lmk. I am looking to get this but vizio has a horrible track record.

@adilaloum20 3 жыл бұрын

hey jbl 9.1 vs viso what model you like better? love your reviews

@RonD84 3 жыл бұрын

Great review again 👍🏻, Quick question what rear surround speaker stands did you use the slim metal rod looking ones please.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

I used these: amzn.to/3uuyeir But I don't necessarily recommend them with this soundbar setup.

@shanemoritz7416 3 жыл бұрын

I'm hoping to pick this up during black friday this year.

@cordel666giglesworth6 3 жыл бұрын

another great review have a awesome day

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in!

@Slim2none1 3 жыл бұрын

Current favorite sound bar is the one I now have: Klipsch Cinema 600 (waiting on rear surrounds). The sound/tone of it across multiple media formats is to my taste, and man does the subwoofer slap.

@leithgrifoni1849 2 жыл бұрын

How does this compare to something like a jamo concert series setup?

@RobertGerrity 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this review -- I'm trying to decide on a great sound bar to go with my new LG CX TV and was comparing this to the AMBEO. FYI that your note on turning the ELEVATE sub all the way down is common to other reviews for it as well!

@timrobitshek1827 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all of your reviews! I had this one, for a short wile, got a great deal however the bugs let me down. The final straw was random gunshot loud pops in the rear speakers when I switched from KZfaq to Netflix or any other app. I did see the potential, yet it ultimately let me down. If Vizio added room correction to tame the tones and solved its connectivity, it could be a great product. Ultimately, I went to a 2 channel system and haven’t looked back!

@SeanJ2A 2 жыл бұрын

I've found with my phone on 5ghz and the Vizio elevate on 5ghz the app is rock solid.

@MrFakNo 3 жыл бұрын

So what's the ideal place to place your subwoofer again?

@rainman198311 3 жыл бұрын

It's crazy that I none of the issues they discussed except calibrating the presets but after that... Perfect. I had no issues with app and changing settings. I have lg c9, no sync issues except it doesn't turn off when I turn the TV off automatically

@texasboii5539 11 ай бұрын

Does it have 4K pass through? And is it truly hdmi 2.1?

@rrice3142 Жыл бұрын

Does the Dolby atmos work with fire cube 2nd gen ??

@jefferyberg8186 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you both for a great review on a difficult but somewhat hopeful entry from Vizio needs to be aligned with what consumers want and this is half way there.

@techny1549 3 жыл бұрын

Was and always will be a Reciever person when being a home theater pro. But the Vizio 5.1 is well worth it and the Polk Audio Alexa Bar is also a great option. Again, to each is own way more punch and features with a reciever now if we can only go back to the good old days and find a way to set up a nice Graphic Equalizer since there is no tape 2 monitor anymore. Have a 700 dollar Graphic Equalizer and I miss not being able to use it. Great Review! 👌

@Johnnynumburrr5 8 ай бұрын

I was checking out the review to see how the Sub (bass) was and wanted to know if any bugs have been fixed. I am looking to purchase a Vizio package deal with the p75q9 Tv and P elevate soundbar but if there are no fixes to the firmware, then I'll look more into the Samsung Q990c, I'm just praying the Q990c has the bass I'm looking for. If anyone knows, please let me know. I know Vizio is very bassy with their subs.

@BenHallet 3 жыл бұрын

can someone tell me what sound settings they use for this bar please?

@kanthnalini83 3 жыл бұрын

Please review Sonos arc. Thank you 😊

@scoot135 3 жыл бұрын

Great review

@bgroovin1343 3 жыл бұрын

I bought the JBL 9.1 last year. I was really sold with the battery rear satellite speakers. Fits my room style perfectly. I think they would be a better use of the $1k.

@reference2592 3 жыл бұрын

I bought the JBL 9.1 and hated it as soon as I got it home. It sounded INCREDIBLE in the store display with their demo clip. For actual TV and movies, I thought it sounded incredibly mediocre, unbalanced, and far too distant. I spent hours tinkering around with the settings, trying to get the sound I wanted, and I simply couldn't. Then I bought the Vizio Elevate. It was 95% exactly what I wanted right out of the box, and the tons of customization options Vizio has let me adjust the other 5% to my liking.

@jpturner2654 3 жыл бұрын

Great review, extremely helpful! I'm hoping to set up my first home theater this year. I have no idea what I'm doing so I've been watching all your videos to learn what I should be looking for. What I'm still unsure of is how a sound bar system compares to a similar priced traditional speaker setup. Maybe you could do a video that compares the Jamo S 807 HCS system and/or the Klipsch Reference system to some of the atmos sound bars in a similar price range.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

Not a bad idea, thanks for watching!

@MrJayrodge 3 жыл бұрын

Andrew, Love your reviews! Could you take a look at reviewing the Decware DM945 monitor speakers? Maybe with a tube amplifier?? I'd love to see how they compare to the Klipsch RP-600M or the Keff speakers. Thank you!

@nickschaffer5672 3 жыл бұрын

I owned an Elevate from October to December, this review is right on. I got the audio to sound incredible (with lots of tweaking), but geez, the software issues were endless. Things would randomly not work all the time: didn't detect atmos, dropped LPCM channels, no audio, wont turn on/off. Unplugging/replugging would solve these issues temporarily, but I needed to do this multiple times a week. The most frustrating consumer electronic device I ever owned. A real shame.

@luisarsuaga7637 3 жыл бұрын

The same happened to me. I've managed to get it at $699 and at that price point It was hard to find something that sounded as good as the Elevate, but it had many anoying issues and I had to return it.

@ChileanSpartanUSA 3 жыл бұрын

I have the vizio VIZIO SB36512-F6 and the vizio up always gave me lot of problems, as well as the bar. Sometimes the bar needs to be unplug and plug to have the sound back.

@theshakter 3 жыл бұрын

I have a sl8yg spundbar with the rare speakers. The sub is the one that stands out the most. The centre part is crisp. The upward speakers tend to be the down fall. But I always want to try out the best experience I can with the sound. What are the best/better settings for the sl8yg?

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

We don't have that exact soundbar so I cannot say what settings or adjustments will work best for you. Don't be afraid to play around. You can always reset the bar back to its factory default if you "mess" up, so have fun with it!

@stevebeckner3052 16 күн бұрын

I was thinking about buying the Elevate 5.1.4 . Has Vizio fixed all of the problems.

@dougford2504 9 ай бұрын

I appreciate the thoroughness of your reviews, but when the only ones you recommend are over $1000 that’s tough for a lot of people

@Psythik 3 күн бұрын

This soundbar is on sale for $549 today only. Grab one now while you can. (And FWIW if you want a proper Atmos experience you need a 5.1.4 setup *minimum*, and they don't come cheap.)

@chazcarpenter1559 Жыл бұрын

I just bought the new 2022 elevate but I’m considering returning and getting the 2020 elevate due to the fact that the 2020 version has a 8’ subwoofer and the 2022 one only has a 6’ Also the 2020 version has has up firing speakers in the 2 rear surround speakers where as the 2022 version only has forward firing in the 2 rears. I like the look of the new version better but I may return cause it seems the 2020 version is still a better pick

@ovasov Жыл бұрын

That one is called m-elevate

@peterandrews1335 3 жыл бұрын

Hey I should pick up Dolby atmos sound bar at best buy is 700 I should upgrade to that can be worth it

@Renan_Cas 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great and very informative review. I was looking forward to purchasing one of these Vizio Elevates...right up to the mention of the constant tweaking of settings and the "maddening" of this gear. (that was funny!) So I guess I will agree with Nathan Bell in that the Klipsch seems to be the better choice...specifically, the Klipsch Cinema 600.

@benjaminlee3669 3 жыл бұрын

Vizio has been doing a pretty decent job in terms of audio experiences. Is this the collab with mediatek?

@83Goldy 3 жыл бұрын

Meeeeeh! I will keep my Klipsch Cinema 600 for now. It’s sound way better than the previous soundbar that I had.

@antwake 3 жыл бұрын

I had exactly the same frustrations with a 3 years old SB3621. Seems Vizio spent more cash on marketing and paying fake reviews than updating their software. Thanks for the thorough and honest review Andrew!

@KristiWright 3 жыл бұрын

Ouch. Don't know about fake reviews. Lord knows we get accused of that kind of stuff on the reg any time we like a product too much. I feel that people throw that accusation around all too freely when something doesn't quite align with their own way of thinking or experience. At any rate, sorry to hear you've had your own frustrations. I feel your pain.

@antwake 3 жыл бұрын

@@KristiWright Hmm I don't know who you are but I guess you're Andrew's GF? The fake review commented was targeted at you (read my entire comment) but at Vizio themselves. My point was that Andrew's review, compared to others are (seem) more genuine. thx for the reply tho!

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

@antwake - I'm posting this on Kristi's behalf since for some reason, her response to you keeps disappearing. - Andrew Here is her reply: Hi, I'm Andrew's wife and also the producer of this channel. I did read your entire comment and understood your comment was mostly directed at VIZIO themselves. We've worked directly with VIZIO before and from our experience they require sponsored material to be disclosed. This is something we and I think most people (not everyone but most) take pretty seriously or at least they should. FTC rules require such disclosures. Violations can result in heavy fines, demonetization or a channel being removed from the platform. I'm very glad to hear you feel the reviews here are genuine. My greater point was that accusations like yours (pointed at VIZIO) get thrown around a lot and frankly, are dangerous. Like I mentioned, they can seriously affect a brand (or channel) and their integrity while they may not always be deserved. Thanks so much for watching. - Kristi

@iulixxx 3 жыл бұрын

hello!Have you heard about sweedesh speakers Dynavoice DF8 ? I want your oppinion on these so badly....please 😀

@69gringo69 Жыл бұрын

I've got an old Vizio sb3651 that sounds pretty good after tweaking the hell out of it, but the app is a nightmare to deal with. I'm finally looking into upgrading and I still read about people complaining about connectivity issues. I'd hate to give them almost 1k to keep dealing with the same issues. Its sounding like the Samsung q990b might be the way to go for my next one.

@OcpCommunications 2 жыл бұрын

This review is great. And I just got one for 400 bucks. Which I think is a pretty good deal. I am expecting to make some adjustments to the soundbar's settings to make it sound better than the default.

@JWard2 Жыл бұрын

Dang! How did you get that deal?

@Caeric77 Жыл бұрын

Just got one for $500 brand new, and cheaper than the newer M-series version - although I did spend a bit extra for extended insurance (3 years) due to some of the comments I've seen in various places about occasional issues. I'm hoping that some of the firmware & app issues have been resolved by now, but we'll see. I'll be connecting it to a Vizio P75QX-H1 that I got a couple of years ago, so I hope they pair well.

@astrotrance 3 жыл бұрын

This soundbar seems like it would be perfect for the audio geek who likes to tweak, who is looking for a decent tertiary system for a bedroom. I'd probably go for the Klipsch out of all of those you reviewed, for the low price and since it's straight vanilla 5.1 and less dependant on reflections for its soundfield.

@spaige660 3 жыл бұрын

Loved the bonus conversation at the end!

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

Kristi adds a certain something to the channel for sure!

@kojak99100 3 жыл бұрын

How does it compare with the JBL 9.1 ?

@dickiedocker 3 жыл бұрын

Really love your wife's input, perfect review! 👌

@KristiWright 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! :)

@gopskrissh 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a Samsung Q600A soundbar but not very satisfied.. do you think Yamaha YAS 209bl is a better option? Please suggest a good Atmos enabled soundbar for ~$500.

@twistedmetal2290 2 жыл бұрын

Onn Walmart Dolby soundbar sounds better then my $500 jbl

@speedythecat07 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic review of maybe a less than fantastic sound bar. I listened all the way, just because of the great job you both did. Vizio gives you a lot for the money. I’ve had 3 vizio TVs and I can’t kill any of them. Just solid for the money. I think I’ll pass on this sound bar. I love that you tell us the bad with the good. We don’t like finding out the bad after we purchase. I also like when you review things the average person can afford, or that I can at least save up for :-) great job as always!

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you about VIZIO. They're a value giant IMO. Thanks so much for watching to the end.

@burtonyan8467 3 жыл бұрын

I saw in another review that they just have a proprietary fit to the cable, but there are industry standard versions that you can use.

@bobsimmons1470 3 жыл бұрын

I've got the previous Vizio Atmos and yes, I can relate to what you are saying. Due to all it's bugs however, I'm going to return it to Costco. I was thinking of getting this BUT I'm so concerned that the Elevate will end up being a bad decision. I'm thinking of the Klipsche 1200 if the reviews are positive

@BryanRuby 3 жыл бұрын

That's interesting with regards to the center channel having to do more of the work when the bar's end speakers are elevated to Atmos. Not just a Vizio issue, I also don't understand why there aren't full wireless solutions for surround speakers on most sound system. For both my rooms electric plug outlets on the side for power source are a lot easier than laying cable over floor or though the walls. The only full wireless surround speakers I've come across are those receivers/speakers in Yamaha MusicCast ecosystem. Is this because there are technical issues to overcome or a lack of consumer interest?

@barjohn007 3 жыл бұрын

Check out the Platin Monaco or the Enclave CineHome II or CineHome Pro to name just 3 fully wireless at or under $1,100. If you have more $$$ then there are other completely wireless solutions too.

@Seicross 3 жыл бұрын

Also the jbl 9.1 fits this budget and wireless requirement

@albohn3997 3 жыл бұрын

There’s only been one Vizio product I have owned that didn’t have HDMI handshake issues and that was a 2015 M series. The 2017 P we bought was so bad my wife refused to watch TV on it out of frustration. The sound bar we purchased has issues too, but it’s only 1 in 10 instead of 90% of the time like when we owned the P series. The app is worthless, and when I did have it connected to the internet it add some delay in the audio.

@bbski 3 жыл бұрын

What are you running on the TV to display that art?

@chrisosorio9322 2 жыл бұрын

So I bought the Vizio Elevate and now my parents are threatening about kicking me out if the walls don’t stop shaking from that monstrous sub.

@Bushey4545 2 жыл бұрын

How does it sound with music

@JusPGar 3 жыл бұрын

Can you tell us what settings for the soundbar seemed to work best for you?

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately a) the bar is no longer setup in our room (prepping for another review) and b) my settings wouldn't necessarily translate to you and your space, so it really wouldn't do you any good.

@priyonjoni Жыл бұрын

I just got one and I feel the sub is way too powerful at it’s lowest setting at -9. The app’s meters go to -12, but it shuts off at -10. And if you go lower, it jumps back on to -9. Everything about it is awesome except for the fact it’s too bassy at -9 before it mutes. It’s making me miss my $200 5.1 system I replaced it with.

@frankg8069 3 жыл бұрын

can you post your detailed settings for movie, game, and direct EQ presets please?

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry, no as they would not translate to you and your space not to mention personal tastes.

@ryanengstrom5038 3 жыл бұрын

7.2.2 or 5.2.4 which is the best option?

@42stackz 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I went with the Samsung hw-q950t. Got it for $950.00 brand new and it sounds amazing! Shakes my whole room!

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

It's a solid sound bar. Glad to hear you are enjoying it.

@chrisbullock6477 2 жыл бұрын

Would love to get a review, when you can fit it into your busy schedule of the Sony HT-A7000. Haven't see many reviews of it. But seems to be a contender compared to the Samsung

@bronstet 3 жыл бұрын

I laughed out loud along with Andrew just waiting for Kristi's "BUT...". We should all pitch in together and get her a t-shirt that says BUT... 😀

@pvtcmyers87 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice addition after the main review ending with the wife’s thoughts :)

@stang3106 3 жыл бұрын

This was a nice touch, like a second opinion review.

@marknye51.thefixitguy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video. How about when it says SEARCHING...SEARCHING for ever!!!

@terrykenoyer939 3 жыл бұрын

I don't know if you know this ,but bang and Olufsen is bringing out a limited recreation edition to the beogram turntable 4000c

@stephenpace5623 2 жыл бұрын

The "proprietary cable" for the rear speakers are just RCA cables

@nanayawasamoahafriyie 3 жыл бұрын

Do you prefer traditional home theater set up for your tv or sound bar system

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

I can go either way, it really depends on the day. I appreciate a full home theater with great speakers, but honestly, I LOVE the simplicity and minimal quality of a soundbar too!

@anishsomani 3 жыл бұрын

Great video.. as a current owner of their 5.1.2 i was planning to upgrade but will hold off for now. Maybe lean more towards sony or lg for a chromecast built in bar

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 жыл бұрын

Check out the Samsung bit.ly/3le1Ri8 which is on sale. It's very good. The review to it is linked in the description if you need more info.

@luisarsuaga7637 3 жыл бұрын

I had the Elevate and man that soundbar was powerful. But it had so many issues that I had to return it. So in the mean time I would recommend to stick with one you have or follow Andrew recommendations. He truly was very honest about the Elevate.