Vizio V-Series (V51x-J6) Soundbar Review | Best 5.1 surround in 2024?

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Introducing the Vizio V-series 5.1 Surround Sound Soundbar - your ticket to an immersive audio experience. Join me as I unbox this sleek and modern soundbar, and walk you through my setup process.
Get ready to elevate your home entertainment to new heights. The Vizio V-series soundbar boasts a powerful 5.1 channel system that delivers crystal-clear dialogue, rich bass, and dynamic surround sound. With its dedicated center channel and wireless subwoofer, every detail comes to life, making movies, music, and games truly captivating.
Setting up the Vizio V-series soundbar is a breeze. With HDMI, optical, and aux inputs, connecting it to your TV or gaming console is a snap. And don't forget the Bluetooth capability - you can effortlessly stream your favorite music wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet. The included remote control provides convenient access to all the soundbar's features and settings.
But enough talk - let's get hands-on! Join me as I unbox the Vizio V-series soundbar and guide you through my setup. We'll explore the sleek design, intuitive controls, and impressive sound modes like Movie, Music, and Gaming. Plus, the support for Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual:X ensures an immersive and realistic audio experience.
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@juanjrmendiola8412 Жыл бұрын

Just got mine today and love it!!!

@DukeWayneLopez 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the simple explanation of everything. I'm way behind on the times as far as features on sound bars, so I needed it simple lol.

@sammi4175 Жыл бұрын

Quality is crazy keep going! Thanks for review

@WilliamShakerTech Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Stradagee 10 ай бұрын

This video was so professional. Keep up the great work. I found this 5 out of 5 most helpful. Thank you sir!

@WilliamShakerTech 10 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@frankrodriguez8520 5 ай бұрын

Exactly 👍🏻🙏🏻excellent review

@someAholeComment Ай бұрын

Great review. All the info I was looking for, no fluff.

@Jack0fAllTrades 9 сағат бұрын

I got mine yesterday. Thanks man. 👍

@maicolangelo8562 9 ай бұрын

very impressed with the video, it’s really informative and answers all the questions i had over it, just bought mine and i’m excited to receive it now thanks man, subscribed!

@emmanuelcasado 7 ай бұрын

How are you doing with the sound bar system

@maicolangelo8562 7 ай бұрын

@@emmanuelcasadoone of the best decisions i’ve ever made, i installed it in my bedroom and man movies, music and even video games hit different, truly feels like an immersive experience and like you’re in the center of the sound

@cliftonhammock1152 6 ай бұрын

I Have This !!! It Sounds Great !!! So Good With You Tube Music and Movies that Almost Never Turn it OFF !!!!!

@Hikerhikeshikes19 7 ай бұрын

I love this this system. Set up took me 30 minutes including mounting the back speakers and running the wires. Brackets were just a single wall anchor and #8 screw each to install. I set the woofer right behind my couch and the back speakers 5ft 2 inches from the floor on each side behind my couch. The versatility of the different settings is really great when watching all kinds of content. The tiny woofer packs a great punch.

@JorgeblendzHTX 18 күн бұрын

How is it so far? Getting one tomorrow

@Hikerhikeshikes19 18 күн бұрын

@@JorgeblendzHTXFor the price it’s well worth it. For a non audiophile like myself I think the sound quality is great. It Took some time fiddling with the settings to get it sounding how I wanted it to. Zero issues so far.

@JorgeblendzHTX 18 күн бұрын

@@Hikerhikeshikes19 thank you

@ElioLeon-yk8jy 5 ай бұрын

This is the video u was looking for, I’m buying this right now 👌🏻

@cyruscrochet 5 ай бұрын

Just ordered mine a second ago

@cyruscrochet 5 ай бұрын

How is it?

@KeepingupwithTommy 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the review! Im going try this surround sound out since im hard of hearing! I had the rockville 1000 watts it out went in 11 months. So hopefully this'll be a banger.

@whitehh15 Ай бұрын

is it a banger?

@babybel186 Жыл бұрын

Great video! I would've guessed you had millions of subscribers with the way your videos look >.

@WilliamShakerTech Жыл бұрын

Maybe one day!

@alexfernandez7529 10 ай бұрын

I have an older version of this same Vizio 5.1 Soundbar system. Ive had mine for around 4 years now. I’ve been a big fan since day one. Sound quality is excellent. I’ve put mine though a good torture test. I’ve used it as my main outdoor Bluetooth sound system for the past 2 years. I do bring it inside when it rains. I ran 6+ hours at full volume for New Years Eve party. It kept the party going all night long and never gave up. I’ve taken the main soundbar and sub on many family trips. Convenient plug and play system. I burned out the subwoofer not too long ago. I purchased a non OEM replacement for around $20. I did temporarily run the subwoofer amp to a $100 10” subwoofer and it does have enough power for it. For comparison I have a full 7.2.2 ATMOS system with around 1600W of power. I’m still very impressed with such good quality sound in such a small package. I did gift a family member this same exact system and they love it.

@jaimegarcia3244 7 ай бұрын

Amigo y como se cargan las bocinas inalambricas? Llevan pila o como funciona

@mibox5310 6 ай бұрын

@@jaimegarcia3244 creo que se conectan al subwofer

@benbarton5163 Ай бұрын

i think this comment convinced me to buy it! i was afraid that its affordability would make the quality garbage, but according to everyone who owns it, they disagree!

@viktorvanmirr 3 ай бұрын

Wow so professional. Subscribed.

@WilliamShakerTech 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the sub!

@IOXY3 4 ай бұрын

I have the SB3651-E6 for over 5 years now and still performing like out of the box. The app is another story, good thing I kept the remote. I’m surprised how very little design and packaging has changed, expect from the sub.

@turbro7185 8 ай бұрын

Question I just bought a Logitech Z623 THX computer desktop speakers with subwoofer My friend has this Vizio 5.1 soundbar with subwoofer that's Bluetooth connectivity which you can play on your phone while the Logitech is aux plug and play my phone doesn't have an aux so it'll just be hook up to the desktop - My friend was telling me that it was really loud and now I'm curious if this Vizio setup is louder than the Logitech I just bought I haven't opened it yet in case I have to return it and get this Vizio setup instead

@nycprodigy485 7 ай бұрын

Thanks I purchased this today!

@cloudstorage1258 7 ай бұрын

R u liking it? M planning to get one

@thegrimcreeper690 Ай бұрын

@@cloudstorage1258im planning on getting one, do you like it?

@Whoisb_ Ай бұрын

Been debating over the past 48 hours on which sound bar to get. Came across the Vizio and was curious. Excellent review and made me feel comfortable purchasing

@WilliamShakerTech Ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

@prodbyKAHLEV 7 ай бұрын

Can you mount the satellite speakers

@emmanuelcasado 7 ай бұрын

Does bring something to put the sound bar on the wall?

@scottkiffe7477 Жыл бұрын

Is the system dual voltage?

@j.oakley9588 4 ай бұрын

Ok, so the sound bar hooks into the TV via HDMI, the sub wirelessly connects, and the two rear surround speakers hook into the sub? Is that the order here? Also, we have a 50 inch Samsung TV. There are two HDMI ports on the back. We have our fire stick hooked into one of the ports. To my knowledge, we can only select one HDMI-out at a time. How does that work?

@MPDano 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the review. I just bought one off Amazon yesterday to use in my newly built Pergola in my backyard. It's fully covered so it should do fine outside (hopefully). I still haven't decided whether I will put the sub near the tv or opposite side. Either way, will need to either run longer speaker wire (which I am leaning towards) or run power on the opposite side of the Pergola and be able to use the speaker wire it came with.

@WilliamShakerTech 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@skeemloc8133 Жыл бұрын

I just brought mines thanks for the vid need this confirmation that I brought a good speaker lol

@Dark-wt4ze 10 ай бұрын

Mine**

@Dark-wt4ze 10 ай бұрын

Bought**

@Dark-wt4ze 10 ай бұрын

Bought **

@Dark-wt4ze 10 ай бұрын

Needed**

@mibox5310 6 ай бұрын

What is the V51x-J6 model like? I am afraid that its sound be very low. Vizio doesn't say how powerful the soundbar is in this regard. How about the subwoofer and how does it sound in music? Does it have a lot of power? My room is 5 meters x 7 meters and 8 meters high. s it true that you have problems with dialogues?

@freedomgaming9987 7 ай бұрын

I also use JBL, I also wanted something better for my TV, I also had a nice wired system over a decade ago... Sold.

@Roger-rs1fw 28 күн бұрын

Great video. This video is a review and gives more and better information than the literature that came with it. 👍

@WilliamShakerTech 28 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@viralmecrazyy 16 күн бұрын

Do the small speakers need power cable ?

@pattencycling 6 ай бұрын

Nice video 🙌 down

@ericpalahniuk6013 3 ай бұрын

No Dolby atmos right?

@roderickmarruffo7600 4 ай бұрын

After setting up my V-series I'm wondering if there's a visual number reading or level for the adjustments used on the soundbar remote for treble & sub woofer? For each I only saw a + or -.

@WilliamShakerTech 4 ай бұрын

There isn’t.

@kaboart4jesus 3 ай бұрын

There was a power outage last night and my V-Series stop working, did a reset and didnt helped. :(

@Garasky Жыл бұрын

I just purchased this unit and I'm loving it so far except for one problem. Using the level option on the remote I increased the dialogue volume all the way to max yet I still find it a bit lacking and hard to hear for some movies. Any work around for this issue?

@WilliamShakerTech Жыл бұрын

I find that hard to believe. Something must not be right in your setup. Dialog is very loud and as I described in my video.

@miguelangelnet 7 ай бұрын

I just bought it and it is amazing. Try this: Effect VRT:X Off, TruVol Off, Surnd ON. And returns all the levels to middle position. Last thing change EQ to direct. Try and see if it helps.

@emmanuelcasado 6 ай бұрын

The dialog is so clear with this model. Check the settings

@Garasky 6 ай бұрын

Thanks guys! I had it figured out in the remote control settings. Simply go to dialog and dial up the volume.

@RyanRizzo79 2 ай бұрын

So I can't tell from the specs on the website and it hasn't been clearly defined. It LOOKS to me as though the satellite speakers wire up to the subwoofer. Is this the case? or are the satellite speakers ALSO wireless? Last question, have you (or anyone else in the comments) noticed any interference with other wireless devices in the room? I currently have a JBL system that has a wireless sub AND wireless satellite speakers and I often get interference on the subwoofer. Thanks, great video.

@CarsonKulp 24 күн бұрын

Rear speakers connect to the subwoofer.

@makyleca Күн бұрын

I broke all my hdmi ports except for one, and is where my apple tv is connected to. Is there any other options i can do to connect my soundbar?

@lovedestiny55fr 5 ай бұрын

Wats the total watts on this???

@Terrakinetic 13 күн бұрын

It's a massive hassle when trying to use it for your pc sound system, but the sound is so much better than my old 5.1 Logitech system, granted the Logitechs were fantastic speakers that lasted 16+ years. I can get everything working no problem with bluetooth, but naturally there's lag that ruins the experience with wireless. I can get it working with a 3.5 mm aux cable, but there some things the 5.1 surround sound works with and some that don't. I still don't know why. I can't get it to work with HDMI-ARC because my HDMI slots are used up by my monitor. Everything would be perfect if I had an extra slot in my video card. I've settled on the AUX cable for now and occasionally switch to bluetooth when I listen to music, since there's no game or video to sync with.

@Samanozke 10 ай бұрын

Los speakers son inalámbricos o necesitan cables ?

@Ben_Jammin93 9 ай бұрын

El subwoofer es inalámbrico. Pero los dos speakers pequeños se conectan al subwoofer.

@JaxenCollins 7 күн бұрын

I have that same switch controller! I love it 0:51

@WilliamShakerTech 6 күн бұрын

The BT connection is so so lol

@JaxenCollins 6 күн бұрын

@@WilliamShakerTech oh yeah😂 I’m actually on my second one right now. But if I’m sitting on my couch, it WONT connect😞

@emmanuelcasado 7 ай бұрын

Bought today!

@whitehh15 Ай бұрын

how is it ?

@emmanuelcasado Ай бұрын

@@whitehh15 it's not a super premium product, I'd like to test the M series, but it's like 5 times better than the TV speakers. The benefits are a clear voice and the bass, the bass is great. The rear speakers don't sound very often, because the poor mixing people make in movies, series, etc. I recommend 8/10.

@whitehh15 Ай бұрын

@@emmanuelcasado Thank you. I've got an older Vizio 5.1 setup and it definitely punches above its weight... just considering an upgrade if it may be worth it

@js100serch 8 ай бұрын

One of the reasons I want to buy this is also because of the Nintendo Switch and PS5, since there's no other way to get 5.1 sound from those consoles, for the lack of optical output. But did it really work?. I think you have to hook the Nintendo directly to the soundbar and then the soundbar should have a video output to the TV. I researched for hours and that's what I could figure out. How did it work for you?. The nintendo switch has a sound test option, did it really give you 5.1 sound?.

@WilliamShakerTech 8 ай бұрын

I used the eARC cable going to the TV, then plugged my PS5 and Switch to the TV. Did a surround test on both console’s and it works! (My PS5 is a new purchase.. bought it to play RDR2.. wow what a game!) PS: your TV has to be 5.1 compatible for this to work.. this is why I bought my new Bravia.

@Kiubbi9Santi 4 ай бұрын

Did you notice any audio lag when on either console? I'm considering buying this system since I'm using a Bluetooth speaker now and it has a noticeable audio lag. Since the sub and the rear speakers of the Vizio are wireless, I want to make sure this won't be a issue. Thanks.

@MoparGuy1625 9 ай бұрын

I got the same bar. The front worked ok but once the rear speakers got plugged in no more front sound. Did a factory reset and still nothing. Any idea?

@Trentonaudioandreview 8 ай бұрын

Damm bro you need more subs

@Moskeeto Ай бұрын

Seems like he's happy with the single, 4 inch sub.

@WilliamShakerTech Ай бұрын

Hint: subs operate on low frequencies, move it around till you get best results.

@Taino5.0 10 ай бұрын

Can you run the sound bar without the rear speaker?

@WilliamShakerTech 10 ай бұрын

They don’t need to be plugged in so I don’t see why not.

@timd5597 5 ай бұрын

How are the small rear speakers powered?

@WilliamShakerTech 5 ай бұрын

With puppy farts.

@001rnv 3 ай бұрын

It’s wired. The cables run from the subwoofer to each speaker. And they give you real long cables.

@joserosa5342 3 ай бұрын

So the connection is wireless but everthing thing is connected by a cable to the outlet, right?

@externalplayz 16 күн бұрын

Yes.

@cornbread9763 3 ай бұрын

Are the small speakers wireless?

@WilliamShakerTech 3 ай бұрын

Did you watch the whole video?

@Ruleof2Review 11 ай бұрын

Great review, I think I’m going to pick this up. One question, are the tiny speakers also wireless or only the subwoofer? Also, can one optical cable be used to to hook it up to a tv? Thanks!

@WilliamShakerTech 11 ай бұрын

Only the sub is wireless and i suggest using the supplied eARC cable for audio / video. If you do order, please use my aff link, it costs you nothing. 😊

@docwho10th88 10 ай бұрын

My mom is hard of hearing, can this system get pretty loud? Especially the rear speakers? And would she be able to hear tv shows and news from all surround speakers at the same time? Thank you for great review!

@WilliamShakerTech 10 ай бұрын

Lol what a question.. I mean ya, it can be as wake the dead loud as you’d want it to be.

@archemity 5 ай бұрын

Are the rear speakers wireless?

@WilliamShakerTech 5 ай бұрын

Watch the entire video and this time don’t skip around.

@001rnv 3 ай бұрын

Wired.

@TfreeeeOnPS3 2 ай бұрын

@WilliamShakerTech do you think you explained that detail @ 2:12?

@Drums1696 Ай бұрын

Thanks sir! What about battery life of the little ones?

@WilliamShakerTech Ай бұрын

None

@emmanuelcasado 6 ай бұрын

Trying to adjust the treble and bass of this unit. Update: the problem with the bass was that I place the subwoofer in a corner, bad idea. Now is sounding good.

@WilliamShakerTech 6 ай бұрын

These 5.1 systems are faultless 99% of the time and most of the time, it is placement of the speakers relative to how it sounds.

@allfacts19 5 ай бұрын

Where did you put the subwoofer?

@emmanuelcasado 5 ай бұрын

@@allfacts19 I put the subwoofer on the other side of the couch, it has enough room on that side to breathe. Behind the subwoofer has a hole, I put it so that it does not point at a corner, since the subwoofer sounds bad when placed in corners or near the joints between walls and the floor.

@allfacts19 5 ай бұрын

@emmanuelcasado did it sound distorted? I'm not sure what you mean by it sounded bad.

@allfacts19 5 ай бұрын

@@emmanuelcasado I'm thinking about putting my subwoofer on the side of my couch also. I've got a ledge right behind my couch where I'll place the surround speakers.

@brandonperez7698 6 ай бұрын

Does this work with a wireless projector, does anyone know?

@brandonperez7698 6 ай бұрын

@@WilliamShakerTech thanks bro🥲

@jimsir2007 5 ай бұрын

Yes I have the wimius k1 projector and it connected Bluetooth then my Roku remote on phone lined up the sound with picture

@jimsir2007 5 ай бұрын

@@WilliamShakerTechit actually does connect via Bluetooth

@jammou52 7 ай бұрын

how far can you put the rear speakers from the sound bar?

@WilliamShakerTech 7 ай бұрын

As far as the you like.

@RADIALPUDDLE 6 ай бұрын

@@WilliamShakerTechthey are wireless right?

@WilliamShakerTech 4 ай бұрын

@@RADIALPUDDLE Yes, powered by ultrasonic lasers shooting from space.

@jonahp4613 Жыл бұрын

I wanted to like this system… but even with the subwoofer turned all the way down and night mode enabled there is a constant rumble. Game mode reduces it the most, but it makes the voices sound off. Found out on Reddit that all of them have this issue. I will be returning mine.

@WilliamShakerTech Жыл бұрын

With the levels option inside the remote.. you can kill the sub almost completely. Leave at lowest setting and you’ll barely hear it.

@gavincurtis Жыл бұрын

I have two of these systems because they are so amazing. You can completely turn down the subwoofer using the supplied remote. Our bedroom the sub is near the bed, can complete tame it down or even minimized to not hear it at all.

@jannell03 11 ай бұрын

I just got this but the surround speakers only play background noise and not voices..do you know how to fix this I am trying everything. ty

@WilliamShakerTech 11 ай бұрын

@@jannell03 Then it is working correctly. True 5.1 surround sound vocals should come from the center channel.

@viralmecrazyy 16 күн бұрын

You missed a bunch of detail

@redonred0924 7 ай бұрын

Just got mine from Amazon. Did not include an optical cable, or instructions for that matter.. Which is why I'm here to begin with. Disappointing as hell, I've always been a Vizio truther, but this is not a good look.

@WilliamShakerTech 7 ай бұрын

Use HDMI.. it’s much better anyway.

@ClubRacers 7 ай бұрын

Hdmi included

@redonred0924 7 ай бұрын

@WilliamShakerTech Wasn't an option, I got this for my parents, and their TV is an older Westinghouse model, which doesn't have an HDMI input for ARC

@VortexDroid1 7 ай бұрын

@@WilliamShakerTechHello William. How is the audio quality and get it get loud ?

@WilliamShakerTech 6 ай бұрын

@@redonred0924 You don't need optimal when you're using eARC (or HDMI) because it is for sound and video together. @VortexDroid1 It's plenty loud.. it sounds like WAY bigger speakers. You won't know till you own one.

@WilliamShakerTech Жыл бұрын

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@borg386 7 ай бұрын

When someone says it sounds better than the TV, we know that is a very low bar to compare to. It's such a turn off saying that. It doesn't inspire much confidence in the product being reviewed.

@WilliamShakerTech 7 ай бұрын

Don’t be such a drama queen.. yes it’s better than a TV but by 100x.. it’s petty to think I meant it this way. Why don’t you ask first?

@borg386 7 ай бұрын

@WilliamShakerTech you think it's petty because you probably don't listen to dozens of videos like we do in search of a sound system. You simply make the video the way you please without knowing or, as you say, " asking" what folks want to see and hear. If it's a 100x better than a tvs sound, then say that. Don't say at least it's better than the TV sound. That doesn't tell us much.

@WilliamShakerTech 7 ай бұрын

I'm really sorry for hurting your feelings princess. I hope you recover from this traumatic experience.

@borg386 7 ай бұрын

You're not very professional. That's not how you should respond to your viewers? I offer constructive criticism, and you respond in an immature way.

@joelgomez4616 7 ай бұрын

@@WilliamShakerTechshe’s in love with you 😂😂😂