TV 2.1 Setup to a Sound Bar? Worth It?

manbearpig on 16/09/2018 - 19:31
Last edited 16/09/2018 - 19:32

I've currently been using the z623 2.1 speakers for 7 years now with my TV and consoles. They're still going strong, but I'm on the fence about whether I should replace them with the YAS-108 soundbar. I've heard it in store, and I liked the 3D surround it produces. The inbuilt subwoofers produce good bass too. I live in a small studio apartment, so I'm wondering if the change would be good.

That said, it will be a $300 upgrade and I will be losing the dedicated subwoofer. I'm after more clarity and sound separation though, so I'm tempted. But then I don't want to buy it but be disappointed in the bass compared to the z623. Buying a separate sub is an option, but that's more money to pay.

The z623 speakers are a popular choice, so I'm wondering what people's thoughts are.

Worth it, or save the money?

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Comments

  • the frost on 17/09/2018 - 07:41

    Can you use your existing sub with the soundbar? That would mean it's less of an investment. Or are you looking to sell that?

    I'm considering a soundbar at some point too. I have a 5.1ch system with a receiver, but the current room layout means it's not really feasible for rear satellite speakers.

    I looked at the YAS-108 and some other soundbars, and it's really hard to tell how successfully they produce surround sound. There's only so much it can sound like in store.

    • manbearpig on 17/09/2018 - 16:07

      Oops, see below.

  • manbearpig on 17/09/2018 - 16:07

    Nope, they can't be used, so I'd sell them.

    The YAS-108 does virtual 3D surround well from what I heard and also read in reviews.

    But as you said, it's impossible to know how they'd actually sound in your room away from all the store noise. Different conditions. I'm hoping they'll sound even better in my smaller room though.

  • Snorkel2226 on 17/09/2018 - 16:11

    You can get soundbars with subs. I've got a Panasonic All70T which is a great unit. I've just replaced it with a dedicated receiver/speaker setup though due to my room being quite large and always with the kids etc making noises…I lasted a year with it and if not for the kids/room factor i'd still be using it. It's a bit more price wise but there are options out there. Honestly if you were in Vic i'd happily sell it to you cheaper than the Yamaha.

    https://www.jbhifi.com.au/panasonic/panasonic-sc-all70t-3-1-…

  • dcep on 17/09/2018 - 16:45

    for 300 , no

    yas-107 was $99 during clearance

    so wait yas-109 release while yas-108 going for clearance

  • sunnyboys2 on 21/09/2018 - 11:35

    You will get more clarity and lose some bass too, z623s are pretty solid all around speakers (i'v used this for my PC setup) so i'd go with a soundbar + sub combo like jpw0007 suggested. I'm currently using Sony HT-CT800 and really happy with the purchase :) paid around $350 for those and definitely recommend that over YAS-108.

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