Denon Home Sound Bar 550, Black (Each)

The Denon Home Sound Bar 550 is an active Dolby Atmos soundbar with HEOS Built-in that combines TV sound and music streaming in one compact housing.

Six dedicated drivers create a 3D sound image, HDMI eARC takes over the complete TV sound with a single cable, and via HEOS the soundbar joins an existing Denon Home multiroom system – from movie night to Sunday morning music, all with the same device.

Why the Home Sound Bar 550?

Because it doesn't artificially separate home cinema and music system. Two tweeters, four full-range drivers, and three passive radiators decode Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, so movies sound noticeably more spatial without needing ceiling speakers. Via HDMI eARC the TV sound runs losslessly and with a single remote; HEOS Built-in and AirPlay 2 additionally turn this same soundbar into a full-fledged music speaker.

Bluetooth is also available for spontaneous streaming from your phone – handy when no network is at hand.

What you hear

A clear, dialogue-strong sound for movies and shows, plus a surprising amount of spatial feel from a single, flat housing under the TV. With a Denon Home Subwoofer and two Denon Home speakers as wireless surround channels, the system can later be expanded into a genuine home cinema.

Who is the Home Sound Bar 550 suited for? (and who isn't it for)

Ideal for anyone who wants a single, tidy solution for TV sound and music streaming under the TV. Bottom line: if you want a full-fledged multi-channel home cinema with discrete speakers in every corner of the room, you're better served by an AV receiver with its own speakers – the soundbar remains a compact solution with virtual surround sound, not a replacement for nine individual speakers.

Our verdict

The Home Sound Bar 550 is the uncomplicated answer to "good TV sound plus music, without a big system." At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil we advise you on wall mounting, subwoofer addition, and how it works together with other Denon Home devices.

Technical data

• Type: active HEOS soundbar with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
• Drivers: 2× 19 mm tweeters, 4× 55 mm full-range drivers, 3× 50×90 mm passive radiators
• Amplifier: integrated Class D power amps (active)
• 3D audio: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
• HDMI: 1× input, 1× output with eARC
• Streaming: HEOS Built-in, AirPlay 2, Wi-Fi, LAN
• Bluetooth: yes (version 3.0)
• Other connections: 1× optical, USB, 3.5 mm AUX input
• Output level: fixed (active soundbar, no line preamp outputs)
• Headphone output: not available
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 650 × 75 × 120 mm
• Weight: 3.5 kg
• Color: black
• Included: soundbar, remote control with batteries, HDMI cable, optical cable, power cable, wall-mount template, quick start guide

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a receiver in addition to the Home Sound Bar 550?
No. Via HDMI eARC the soundbar takes over the complete TV sound directly; an additional AV receiver isn't needed for a simple living-room setup.

Can the soundbar be expanded with a subwoofer?
Yes, the Denon Home Subwoofer pairs wirelessly over Wi-Fi with the Home Sound Bar 550 and adds deep bass, with no extra cable needed.

Can I use Denon Home speakers as surround channels?
Yes, two Denon Home speakers can be integrated wirelessly as rear surround channels – so the soundbar can grow into a small multi-channel system when needed.

Does the soundbar also work without a streaming subscription?
Yes. TV sound via HDMI eARC and Bluetooth from your phone run without any subscription. HEOS streaming services are an additional option, not a requirement.

Why buy the Denon Home Sound Bar 550 at HD Zürisee?
Because wall mounting, cable routing, and subwoofer addition are best planned in advance. We advise you personally and, on request, take care of on-site installation through our technician Mauri.

Goes well with

For more bass, the Denon Home Subwoofer is a good fit, and for high-quality picture transmission, a clean HDMI cable. You'll find the complete home cinema range in the home cinema category.