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The video explores top PC sound bars of 2022, showcasing advances in sleek, powerful audio solutions for desktop setups. The review begins with the affordable Solein R30, notable for its compact design, dual 5-watt speakers, and LED lights, followed by the unobtrusive Dell AC511M, designed for easy monitor mounting. Moving to mid-range options, it assesses ultra-thin and the Samsung HW-N300 sound bars, highlighting the latter's strong sound via Bluetooth and optical connections, but noting its bulkiness. The Dynamic SK010RGB and Redragon GS500 60, both with customizable LED lighting and varied connectivity options, offer versatility but fall short on bass and portability. Concluding the review, the Sound Blaster X Katana emerges as the best budget option, pairing a soundbar with a subwoofer to deliver immersive audio, despite minor connectivity switch issues, standing out as a powerful and visually appealing choice.
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In this part of the video, the host introduces the concept of sleek and powerful PC sound bars that replace traditional, cumbersome outboard speakers. The video reviews six of the best PC sound bars available this year. The sixth-ranked sound bar is the Solein R30, an affordable option priced just above $20. It features a 2.0 channel system with dual 5-watt speakers and passive bass radiators, offering a compact size and easy connectivity via a 3.5mm jack and USB. Despite its low price, it delivers decent sound quality and includes LED lights for visual appeal. The fifth-ranked sound bar is the Dell AC511M, which is nearly double the price of the Solein R30 and designed to be unobtrusive, with a mount allowing it to clip onto most desktop monitor stands or sit directly on the desktop.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses two different PC soundbars. First, they describe an ultra-thin soundbar weighing one pound that is easy to mount on a PC, TV, or phone using a USB or 3.5mm jack. Despite its ease of connectivity, the USB cable is very short. The sound quality is mediocre, lacking bass and becoming crackly at high volumes, making it suitable only for calls or occasional video watching, not for music, movies, or gaming.
Then, they move on to the Samsung HW-N300 soundbar, which is much larger and costlier at around $130. It is designed for widescreen TVs but can also be used with PCs, offering solid sound with Bluetooth connectivity and an optical audio jack (though it lacks an optical audio cable). The bar is not portable due to its size and takes up significant desk space. It features two channels of dual drivers and a rear sound port, providing powerful sound with some bass, albeit with some tininess at high volumes.
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In this part of the video, the speaker reviews two PC sound bars featuring LED lights and various connectivity options. The first is the Dynamic SK010RGB, which boasts Bluetooth 5.0, USB, and 3.5mm aux connections, making it versatile for use with computers, TVs, phones, and tablets. It measures 16.42 x 2.99 x 2.68 inches, weighs 2 pounds, and lacks a built-in battery, requiring constant charging. It delivers clear and fuller sound with dual drivers, though bass is present but not booming. The LED lights can be customized, enhancing the experience, particularly for parties.
The second sound bar discussed is the Redragon GS500 60, which is similar in size and weight to the Dynamic SK010RGB but comes at double the price. It features smaller 4-watt cone drivers with passive bass radiators. While the bass is minimal, it slightly improves over the previous models. This sound bar also includes RGB lighting with four modes and a volume knob for precise adjustments. However, it does not have battery power or Bluetooth, relying on USB and 3.5mm connections, limiting its portability. Overall, the sound quality remains consistent at lower volumes but can produce unpleasant high-end crackle at higher levels.
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In this segment, the video reviews the Sound Blaster X Katana as the best overall budget PC sound bar available in 2022. The Katana is a combination soundbar and subwoofer setup with dimensions of 8.1 by 26.7 by 19.7 inches and a weight of 17.60 pounds. The setup includes a bottom LED light strip for added visual appeal, especially during gaming. Priced at nearly $250, it has multiple connectivity options: optical, USB, AUX, and Bluetooth, and features a five-driver system. The sound quality is noted as highly immersive and powerful, although switching between input sources can lead to diminished sound quality. Despite this flaw, it remains a top pick for its impressive audio performance.