soundbar
noun
sound·bar
ˈsau̇n(d)-ˌbär 
variants
or sound bar
plural soundbars or sound bars
: a rectangular audio device that transmits sound (as from a television or computer) via multiple loudspeakers contained in a single enclosure
A soundbar is designed to take the audio from a television and turn it into virtual 3D surround sound without having to do complicated wiring or stringing speaker boxes throughout the room.—
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From all-in-one soundbars to portable Bluetooth speakers that can tag along to the park or the patio, the discounts are big and the sound is even better.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 23 May 2025
The Heston 60 soundbar and Heston Sub 200 subwoofer will launch later this year.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
The 65-inch TV also has Dolby Atmos audio output, which works best when hooked up to a compatible soundbar and will make Mom feel like she’s actually involved in the next Real Housewives screaming match.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 2 May 2025
The system comprises a soundbar up front, included rear surrounds, and a sizable subwoofer.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 2 Apr. 2025
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Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 23 May 2025
The Heston 60 soundbar and Heston Sub 200 subwoofer will launch later this year.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
The 65-inch TV also has Dolby Atmos audio output, which works best when hooked up to a compatible soundbar and will make Mom feel like she’s actually involved in the next Real Housewives screaming match.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 2 May 2025
The system comprises a soundbar up front, included rear surrounds, and a sizable subwoofer.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 2 Apr. 2025
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“Soundbar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soundbar. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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