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Samsung HW-Q950A 11.1.4ch True Dolby Atmos Soundbar $1253 + Delivery (Free C&C) @ The Good Guys Commercial (Membership Required)

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Samsung HW-Q950A 11.1.4ch True Dolby Atmos Soundbar $1253 + Delivery (Free C&C) @ The Good Guys Commercial (Membership Required)
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life-hack on 16/08/2021 - 11:18 thegoodguyscommercial.com.au (1609 clicks)
Last edited 16/08/2021 - 12:02 by 1 other user

Samsung Q950A 11.1.4ch Dolby Atmos Soundbar massively discounted through The Good Guys Commercial.
This retails for around 2K at most stores. So essentially $750 off!
I got access to The Good Guys Commercial from Rest Super.
Purchased and set it up, I can't believe how good they sound and what I've been missing.
Dolby Atmos is AMAZING!

Key Features

Cinematic sound when playing compatible content, thanks to True Dolby ATMOS & DTS:X support
Utilises Samsung Q-Symphony SpaceFit Sound technologies to synchronise audio from compatible Samsung QLED TVs (sold separately) and optimise sound based on your room’s layout
Space EQ allows for monitoring its surroundings and optimising audio output accordingly
Sleek, slim design lets it seamlessly fit under Samsung QLED TVs (sold separately) without blocking the screen; also comes with a textile wrapped exterior for added style/li>
Comes with Active Voice Amplifier to enhance audio output during dialogues based on detected noise levels inside the room

What's In The Box?
1x Soundbar
1x Subwoofer
1x pair of Rear Speaker
1x Remote Controller
4x Power Cable (1: Sounbar, 1: Subwoofer, 2: Rears)
1x Wall Mount Bracket

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  • OZcheepsk8 on 16/08/2021 - 11:23

    Can confirm. I got it off GGC and delivery was perfect. Sound is amazing but requires a bit of fiddling on satellite speakers

    • Jklaro on 16/08/2021 - 11:25

      I got one also how did you best configure the satellite speakers.

      • OZcheepsk8 on 16/08/2021 - 11:28

        I live in an apartment so the back speakers aren't in the most ideal positions and my soundbar was too close. So I turned volume down on centre channels and turned up volume on rear channels using the Samsung remote to give a better surround sound effect

  • jaybarrggs on 16/08/2021 - 11:28
    +5

    I bought one from JB 2 weeks ago, got if for under $1100 but that was when we were not in lockdown. Basically you need to go in store to ask for the best price and compare to Appliances Online: https://www.appliancesonline.com.au/product/samsung-1114-ch-… (it flunctuates everyday)

    If you happen to have the new Samsung TV's, don't forget this cashback as well: https://www.samsung.com/au/offer/home-theatre-cashback/

    • fort on 16/08/2021 - 12:17

      Any chance you could post (or DM) a copy of the reciept? Would be much appreciated.

      • Mintees on 16/08/2021 - 17:14

        Same here! Would really appreciate a receipt if possible to help get it for a lower price :)

        • bussy247 on 29/08/2021 - 07:44

          Was anyone able to match the JB price or able to DM the receipt please that would be really appreciated.

  • armyofme on 16/08/2021 - 11:35

    This or sennheiser Ambeo?

    • dealsforlife on 16/08/2021 - 11:43

      Buy 2 of these and give 1 to me. Ambeo is super expensive for just a soundbar with no woofer or surround speakers.

      • armyofme on 16/08/2021 - 12:24

        It does have a good surround sound effect checking on reviews

    • hweita on 16/08/2021 - 11:59
      +2

      Ambeo will likely give you better music experience - I have the 950A and would say music is just ok, but really good for movies. Reviews seem to echo this.

      Another potential negative with Ambeo is that Sennheiser has sold their consumer audio business, so it may not have great support in the future… so probably just go with the Samsung.

      • armyofme on 16/08/2021 - 12:24

        I just like the all in one factor of Ambeo. Only sub required if you need more bass. But checking on reviews movie experience is pretty good too. Yeah its sad they had sold their division would have loved to see them come up with an updated better version.

    • Munki Kundi on 16/08/2021 - 12:24
      +1

      Ambeo is In a different league my friend, its like the apex predator…on top of the chain. You can't compare this Samsung to the ambeo. Maybe this vs the Sonos arc+ Sonos subwoofer

      • armyofme on 16/08/2021 - 12:47

        Thats what I think looking at reviews.Honestly havent heard the ambeo. But it looks like it definitely is in a league of its own.l be it a bit expensive.

      • Tyrx on 16/08/2021 - 13:09

        The Arc and subwoofer is double the price of this, and it still falls short of everything but music in comparsion to this.

        • Munki Kundi on 16/08/2021 - 16:27

          Agreed…was just doing a like for like comparison instead of ambeo vs this. Sonos definitely way more expensive. I have the sonos arc plus subwoofer. The atmos effect (when available) is just stunning. Absolutely great for music too.

  • vodamerc on 16/08/2021 - 11:45

    Been this price since release. Not sure why the previous deal was marked as expired.
    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/624818

    • scrimshaw on 16/08/2021 - 12:01
      +1

      any deals that don't have an expiry date entered will automatically expire after 45 days. Freebies is 90 days. You'll see this in fine print when you go to post a deal.

  • montorola on 16/08/2021 - 11:55

    Apart from the Dolby Atmos, how is this for general music listening? (i.e. keep the tv off and connect to the soundbar through my phone to play music)

    • OZcheepsk8 on 16/08/2021 - 12:39
      +1

      its fine, I do this all the time

  • Ragna123 on 16/08/2021 - 12:08

    I have been looking into soundbars and my confusion comes around online streaming sources versus the channels available on the unit. All I do is use streaming services and it appears they use 5.1 at best. Does that mean an 11.1.4 system is overkill as it will essentially be manipulating a 5.1 input?

    • TheContact on 16/08/2021 - 12:34

      All the services support Dolby Atmos on some titles as far as I am aware. So can use as many channels as you can throw at them.

    • sovereign01 on 16/08/2021 - 12:39

      Plenty of steaming services support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos (Apple+, Disney+, Netflix, probably others)

      No idea what virtual 11.1.4 actually means for performance though.

    • daft009 on 16/08/2021 - 12:56

      I'm waiting for the klipsch 1200 soundbar, 11.1.4 too, can also add a second sub to it.

      the klipsch has a "real" sub i feel

      supposed to be in stock in the next 2-3wks

  • No Child Support on 16/08/2021 - 12:43

    How’s the wireless surrounds? I have the K950 and it stutters and has a buzz which ruins the atmos immersion

    • silverathlon1 on 16/08/2021 - 13:05

      zero issues with the rear wireless speakers. Once I set it all up I haven't had to mess around with it again.

    • this is us on 16/08/2021 - 17:10
      +1

      Do you have a router connected on 5Ghz?

      My rear speakers had a buzz, which I've correlated to interference from the 5Ghz network.

      You can download an app on your phone, WiFiAnalyzer, and check the 5Ghz channels, particularly around 149.

      Users found that Xbox also produces a "ping" to receive a command from the controllers, which reportedly affects the Samsung rear speakers.

      For me, deactivating the 5Ghz network in the node seems to have solved the problem.

      If you have any other problems you might consider service repair and warranty.

      *I have the Q950T

      • No Child Support on 17/08/2021 - 15:37

        Hmm i do have a mesh 5ghz network but unfortuately its an orbi and i can't separate the 2.4ghz and 5ghz. I'll download wifianalyzer and have a look

  • cwakening on 16/08/2021 - 12:47

    Bought this a couple weeks ago from JB Hifi, who matched the price (including delivery) over the phone.

    • PantlessBobby on 16/08/2021 - 12:55

      Did you just have to provide them the link to the GG commercial stock for them to price match? I have gift cards for JB, hoping to go instore but dont have access to TTGC.

      • Magna2600 on 16/08/2021 - 13:13

        They don’t price match with GGcommercial I tried once but you can try, even good guys in store said can’t match commercial price.

      • cwakening on 16/08/2021 - 14:24
        +1

        Nope, I just quoted the price and the person accepted. As with all price matching, probably very dependent on the person you speak to

  • idonteven on 16/08/2021 - 13:02

    Would you recommend this for use in a theatre room? Seems more convenient than researching 5.1 systems. I’m not an audiophile anyway.

    • [Deactivated] on 16/08/2021 - 14:40
      +2

      If you have a dedicated theatre room, do yourself a favor and get into speakers + amp. Obviously the difference in price will be night and day but still so will the performance be. If you can tell me a budget you're working with I can make you a recommendation mate

      • sumitp on 16/08/2021 - 15:15

        Hello mate, i am interested to have a combination of amp and speakers in budget $1500. Could you please suggest something. Thank you

        • [Deactivated] on 16/08/2021 - 15:50
          +4

          At that budget, I'd look at the Yamaha RX-V6A or the Denon S750H for the amp, these have been as low as $750ish during sales. For speakers, I'd look at the ELAC Debut 2.0 and its matching centre speaker. Unfortunately, that's the $1500 right there. But, you have the ability to expand your system as funds become available. I'd say the 3.0 ELAC would best the sammy sound bar in all aspects apart from the low end frequencies as the sound bar has a sub. The 2nd hand market is also an amazing place for great HT finds, head over to stereonet and you'll find great deals there.

      • idonteven on 16/08/2021 - 15:56

        Anything around the 1k mark. I bought a place and it happened to have a theatre room as well so it’s just an added bonus for me. I’m open to secondhand sets as well.

        As a general rule of thumb, how reliable are speakers and receivers of the used market? Since audio and visual gear can get quite high-end, I’m hoping that people are more likely to offload their current gear to upgrade to better stuff rather than flogging off faulty gear.

        • [Deactivated] on 16/08/2021 - 16:53

          My experience with 2nd hand equipment has been great so far, bought my frontstage of Q Acoustics 3050i + matching centre for $800 and they were mint. Also got a pair of 4 month old Concept 20s and a PB-1000 sub for less than half price. Typically, enthusiasts take good care of their gear and will often sell at a great loss just to satisfy upgrade-itis haha! Just need to be on the look out for great finds.

          My personal advice, start slow and build your system up. A soundbar is convenient, and performance may be enough to some. But good speakers will be good speakers after 10 years, who knows how long manufacturers will support and update soundbars? Also if you have dedicated space, no DSP from a soundbar will ever beat well placed speakers for that real immersion.

          • idonteven on 16/08/2021 - 17:49

            @[Deactivated]: Yeah that’s the thing I keep hearing - to start small and build up. What should I start with that will allow me to build up from?

            • [Deactivated] on 16/08/2021 - 22:19

              @idonteven: I'd start with the front speakers, preferably towers as you seem to have quite the space.

  • cray on 16/08/2021 - 13:12
    +4

    I had the N950T in 2017-2020, and upgraded to the Q950T (prev model) last year.

    When I found out that the Q950A (this model) can be had for $1250 at GGC, I returned the Q950T to Samsung and purchased this one as it was still in the guarantee period. We've got it hooked up to our LG B8 and have the Nvidia Shield Pro and PS4 connected to it. So no eARC, just pure HDMI. We've got it set up in our open plan carpeted living room (rectangular in shape) with 2.4m ceiling.

    In short; no regrets, outstanding sound quality especially even with the virtual upmixing to 11.1.4. It's simply the easiest, best sounding soundbar I've had especially at this price point. Even my partner commented that this soundbar sounds much better than the previous ones we had when she was gaming or watching Youtube videos.

    Some cons:
    - Fabric cover, but not a huge deal-breaker for me even though we have a shedding dog at home.
    - The display is the biggest issue as it's still placed on top of the bar, meaning there's no way to adjust the settings without walking over to look at the tiny screen. (I do find that I don't adjust the settings as much on this model, as the adaptive mode does it's job well for most contents we watch).
    - Subwoofer could be bigger, but for us it's definitely powerful enough.

    Some Atmos films we've watched:
    A Quiet Place 2, Bird Box, 1917, Mad Max, Blade Runner

  • ruddiger7 on 16/08/2021 - 13:12

    Do these things have HDMI 2.1 passthrough yet? Even the Samsung page doesn't specify. If not, then not well future proofed.

    • TightTerry on 16/08/2021 - 16:25

      If it doesn't specify then id highly doubt it. HDMI 2.1 is a huge selling point and is always advertised heavily

  • AcoustiK on 16/08/2021 - 14:11

    Any deals with the q900a?, I live in an apartment and won't be able to squeeze the two satellites behind me.

  • jedimaster on 16/08/2021 - 14:23

    How does this compare with Sonos Arc?

    • Tyrx on 16/08/2021 - 16:46
      +1

      The tl;dr is that the Sonos Arc is better at music and is more aesthetically pleasing, while the Q950A is better on all other fronts. The arc honestly has the better software, but that comes with the problem of Sonos bricking their products on purpose to force you to upgrade eventually. What "sounds good" is often debatable though, so tastes may vary. The above is pretty much what reviews will tell you.

  • SgtGrumbles on 21/08/2021 - 10:51

    Thanks for the post. Registered for SunSuper, got a Commercial account, walked into store and got this. another 5% for gift cards and that's quite a nice price for this!

    • busyra on 21/08/2021 - 16:30

      Can you use the gift cards on the TGG Commercial website?

      • SgtGrumbles on 22/08/2021 - 08:13
        +1

        I think I remember others saying no. Best not to take my word for it I suppose.

  • Andrelews on 14/09/2021 - 22:31
    +1

    Thanks mate. Got one today, what a bargain for this price.

    • life-hack on 14/09/2021 - 23:52

      Yeah amazing, listening to it right now and I'm still in love! haha

  • Hurz22 on 17/10/2021 - 15:06

    Does anyone know if this deal is still live?

    • Fredorishi on 17/10/2021 - 15:41

      Appears to be now $1252. :)

      • Hurz22 on 17/10/2021 - 15:42

        Nice - thanks for checking!

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