Canton Sound M Soundbar, Black (Each)

The Canton Sound M is a compact active 2.1 soundbar with virtual surround that packs 300 watts, Dolby Audio and DTS decoders, and a full HDMI connection panel into a 6.5 cm flat housing.

At 72.5 cm wide, it stays within the frame even under smaller TVs – and because it brings three of its own HDMI inputs, it also takes on the job many TVs fail at: keeping the cable clutter under control.

Why the Canton Sound M?

Because it has the connection panel of a full-blown system. Alongside the HDMI output with ARC for the TV, three HDMI inputs (HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2, 4K, 3D) stand ready for Blu-ray player, console and streaming box, plus an optical and a coaxial digital input, an analogue RCA input and a sub-out. Inside the HDF housing with polished glass top, four 50 mm aluminium woofers, two 19 mm fabric tweeters and two passive radiators do the work. Dolby Audio and DTS decoders process the film soundtrack, LipSync keeps picture and sound in step, and an on-screen display shows the settings right on the TV.

What you get

• Active 2.1 soundbar with 300 watts system power and virtual surround
• Four 50 mm aluminium woofers, two 19 mm fabric tweeters, two passive radiators
• 1× HDMI output with ARC plus 3× HDMI input with 4K pass-through
• Optical, coaxial, analogue RCA and sub-out for a separate subwoofer
• Dolby Audio and DTS decoders, LipSync, on-screen display, three EQ presets
• Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX for music from your phone – no subscription, no account
• Wirelessly expandable later with Canton Smart speakers and Smart Sub

Who is the Canton Sound M for?

For anyone who wants cinema-grade sound without turning the living room into a speaker showroom – and who values a genuine HDMI connection panel. Straight talk: a soundbar doesn't replace five individually placed speakers with true all-round sound, that's physics, not marketing. And if you want to stream over Wi-Fi, AirPlay or multiroom, this isn't for you: the Sound M connects exclusively via Bluetooth. If what you're after is connection variety and a small footprint, though, there's barely anything this clever in this size.

Our verdict

Probably the most versatile mini soundbar in the range: a tiny housing, a big connection panel, and expandable into a multi-channel setup later. If you need HDMI inputs and clean film sound without sacrificing space, this is spot on. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil we check in advance whether the Sound M fits under your TV – with low-set feet, that comes down to a matter of centimetres.

What the trade press says: "Punchy, natural sound with rich bass" and "Good speech intelligibility, effortless setup" – LowBeats, test from 28 September 2025.

Technical data

• Type: active 2.1 soundbar with virtual surround
• Acoustic principle: 2-way bass reflex with passive radiators (front-firing)
• System power: 300 watts
• Drivers: 4× 50 mm aluminium woofers, 2× 19 mm fabric tweeters, 2× passive radiator
• Frequency range: 41–23,000 Hz
• Crossover frequency: 3,000 Hz
• HDMI: 1× output with ARC (no eARC), 3× input (HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2, 4K, 3D)
• Other connections: 1× optical, 1× coaxial, 1× analogue RCA, 1× sub-out (RCA)
• Decoders: Dolby Audio, DTS Digital Surround
• Bluetooth: 5.0 with easy pairing (SBC, AAC, aptX)
• Network streaming: not available (no Wi-Fi, no AirPlay, no Chromecast, no multiroom)
• Expandable: wirelessly with Canton Smart speakers and Smart Sub
• Further features: on-screen display, LipSync, equalizer with three presets
• Housing: HDF, polished glass top
• Finish: black satin
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 72.5 × 6.5 × 10 cm
• Weight: 4 kg
• Included: Sound M, power cable, remote control, HDMI cable, optical digital cable, quick guide

Frequently asked questions

Can the Canton Sound M stream over Wi-Fi?

No. Music reaches the bar via Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX; it has no Wi-Fi module with AirPlay, Chromecast or multiroom. If you need network streaming, we'll show you the right alternatives from our range – no subscriptions required.

Can I connect several devices at the same time?

Yes. Using the three HDMI inputs you can hook up a Blu-ray player, console and streaming box directly to the bar and pass the picture through to the TV via HDMI ARC. That keeps the back of the TV tidy and saves you a switch box.

Does the Sound M support 4K video?

Yes. The HDMI inputs are 4K-capable (HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2) and pass the picture through to the TV unchanged. The bar only handles the sound; the video signal stays untouched. It doesn't decode Dolby Atmos, though.

Can the Sound M be expanded into a surround system?

Yes, it belongs to the Canton Smart System and can be wirelessly expanded with Smart speakers into a multi-channel set. For more low-end there's also the sub-out, which lets you connect any active subwoofer via RCA.

Why buy the Canton Sound M at HD Zürisee?

Because we tell you honestly what the little bar can do and where its limits lie – such as the missing network streaming. Our experienced team has known the Canton family for years, and Mauri will set up the bar for you on request. Call, write, or reach us on WhatsApp.

Goes well with

Get more depth via the sub-out with a subwoofer and the matching subwoofer cable. For comparison there are more soundbars, and if you're planning the next step, take a look at the home cinema speakers.