Collection: Soundbars

A soundbar is an elongated active speaker with multiple drivers and a built-in amplifier that sits in front of or below the TV and replaces its thin sound. Many models come with a wireless subwoofer and virtual or genuine surround channels.

Why a soundbar

Flat TVs look great but, by design, sound thin – there simply isn't the volume for bass and clear voices. A soundbar solves that with a single device: one cable to the TV, done. Voices become clearer, films get punch, and with Dolby Atmos even height comes into play – without your living room turning into a tangle of cables.

What matters

Pay attention to the connection via HDMI eARC, a matching subwoofer for the bass foundation, and the size of the room. If you want genuine surround, look at additional rear speakers; if you like it simple, go for a compact all-in-one. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil we advise you on which soundbar suits your TV and your room, and take care of installation and setup on the TV on request.

Who it's for – and straight talk

For anyone who wants noticeably better TV sound with little effort, without setting up a fully-fledged home cinema. Ideal for the living room, where looks and simplicity count.

Straight talk: a soundbar is the best compromise between sound and living-room friendliness – but a compromise nonetheless. If you're after the full cinema effect, you'll get further with an AV receiver and real speakers. For most living rooms, the soundbar is exactly right.

Verdict: the soundbar is the biggest sound upgrade for the smallest money and the least effort. For genuine home cinema, the path leads via receiver and speakers – for relaxed TV watching, the bar is unbeatably practical.

Frequently asked questions

Soundbar or genuine home cinema with an AV receiver?

The soundbar is the simple, living-room-friendly solution with one device and one cable. An AV receiver with separate speakers sounds bigger and more spacious, but needs more space, wiring and budget. If you value simplicity, go for the bar; if you want the maximum, go for the separate system.

Do I need a separate subwoofer?

For noticeable deep bass in films, a subwoofer is almost always worthwhile. Many soundbars already come with a wireless sub, others let you add one later. In small rooms or if you mostly watch news and series, the bar alone is often enough.

What does HDMI eARC mean and do I need it?

HDMI eARC transmits sound from the TV to the soundbar in full quality, including high-resolution audio formats like Dolby Atmos. If your TV and the soundbar support eARC, that's the best connection – a single HDMI cable is enough.

Do I get genuine Dolby Atmos with a soundbar?

Soundbars with upward-firing drivers create a convincing sense of height and a spatial soundstage. It doesn't quite match a fully-fledged speaker set with ceiling channels, but it's surprisingly effective for living-room use.

Does every soundbar fit every TV?

Basically yes, the connection runs via HDMI or optical and works across manufacturers. For the best operation and sound quality, connecting via HDMI eARC is recommended. We check with you which connections your TV has and set everything up to fit.

Why buy a soundbar at HD Zürisee?

Because we look at the soundbar, TV and room together and recommend the one that fits rather than the most expensive. We deliver throughout Switzerland, and install and set it up directly on the TV on request – free shipping from CHF 190.