It’s no secret that the best soundbars are expensive. I’ve tested the $1,699 JBL Bar 1300X, a surround sound system that made me foam at the mouth — but there’s no way I’d ever be able to afford that.
Mid-range soundbars usually have some sacrifices: poor Dolby Atmos performance, lackluster bass, no smart features… just to name a few. However, as someone whose job is literally to test soundbars, I’ve discovered a few hidden gems.
Of course the Bose Smart Soundbar and the Polk Audio Signa S4 can’t go…
