Samsung announced this week that pricing and pre-orders are now available on select 2021 Q-Series and A-Series Soundbars.

The 2021 Samsung soundbar models revealed so far include: the HW-A450 2.1ch Soundbar with Dolby Audio ($199.99 suggested retail); the HW-Q700A 3.1.2ch Soundbar w/ Dolby Atmos/DTS:X ($699.99); HW-Q800A 3.1.2ch Soundbar with Dolby Atmos/DTS:X ($897.99).

Available features for each model follow below:

Samsung HW-A450

2.1-channel support

Wireless powered subwoofer

Bass Boost

Adaptive Sound Lite genre (sports, games, movies) with background sound equalization for consistent volume control

Bluetooth device connection compatibility

Game Mode Boost syncs directional audio to move with the on-screen action and provides crosstalk cancellation to minimize sound distraction. Compatible with select TVs and select game consoles only. (Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch)

Dolby and DTS Audio processing

Adaptive Sound Lite
Enjoy optimized sound for your favorite video content, including sports, games, movies and more — with technology that equalizes background music and consistent volume control.

One Remote Control (TV and soundbar)

Compatible with optional Samsung wireless surround speakers

Samsung HW-Q700A Dolby Atmos/DTS:X Soundbar

True 3.1.2-channel output Soundbar with 2 upfiring drivers

Wireless powered subwoofer

Dolby Atmos/DTS:X immerssive surround sound support with 3D audio sound elevation effects from supported content.

Q-Symphony Surround Audio tracks each scene to synchronize audio speakers in the soundbar with speakers in a compatible Samsung TV for a fuller more-cinematic experience over and HDMI connection. Compatible only with select 2020 and 2021 Samsung TVs.

Spacefit Sound automatically calibrates sound to the listening space when paired with a Samsung 2021 Q70 series or above QLED TV.

Works with Alexa voice control using an Amazon Echo Device

Adaptive sound to optimize dialog clarity with the scene.

Samsung Acoustic Beam technology offering expansive panoramic sound that moves with the action on-screen.

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Game Pro Mode levels 3D directional audio from up-firing speakers in supported games using Acoustic Beam and built-in woofers to automatically sync sound with the on-screen action, and providing crosstalk cancellation minimizes distractions. (Works only with the aforementioned select gaming consoles).

Bluetooth wireless device connection

Tap Sound mirrors music from a smartphone to the soundbar by simply tapping the device to the soundbar. Compatible only with select Samsung mobile devices running Android 8.1 OS and above. Tap Sound requires SmartThings app for activation and set up.

AirPlay 2 quick simple tap connection with compatible Apple iOS devices.

HDMI eARC compatibility with compatible TVs and devices.

Samsung HW-Q800A 3.1.2ch Soundbar w/ Dolby Atmos/DTS:X

(Pictured at top)

True 3.1.2-channel output Soundbar with 2 upfiring drivers

Wireless powered subwoofer

Dolby Atmos/DTS:X immerssive surround sound support with 3D audio sound elevation effects from supported content.

Q-Symphony Surround Audio tracks each scene to synchronize audio speakers in the soundbar with speakers in a compatible Samsung TV for a fuller more-cinematic experience over and HDMI connection. Compatible only with select 2020 and 2021 Samsung TVs.

Spacefit Sound automatically calibrates sound to the listening space when paired with a Samsung 2021 Q70 series or above QLED TV.

Works with Alexa voice control using an Amazon Echo Device

Adaptive sound to optimize dialog clarity with the scene.

Included wall mount

Built-in Alexa Voice Assistant control

Adaptive Sound optimize sound to the lisening environment

Active Voice Amplifier (AVA) emphasizes voices in each scene against background sounds.

Samsung Acoustic Beam

Game Pro Mode

Samsung Tap Sound simple smartphone pairing

AirPlay 2 tap connectivity with compatible Apple iOS devices

Bluetooth wireless device connectivity

HDMI eARC support with compatible TVs and devices

Compatible with optional Samsung wireless Atmos surround speakers

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By Greg Tarr

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