{"id":119033,"date":"2021-02-01T22:18:18","date_gmt":"2021-02-01T22:18:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techweekmag.com\/?p=119033"},"modified":"2024-02-24T15:31:48","modified_gmt":"2024-02-24T15:31:48","slug":"samsung-hw-t530-review-powerful-soundbar-with-impressive-sound","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/speakers\/samsung-hw-t530-review-powerful-soundbar-with-impressive-sound\/","title":{"rendered":"Samsung HW-S67T Review \u2022 Powerful soundbar with impressive sound"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Samsung soundbar catalog has a fairly large number of similar models that don’t differ much from each other. This time we will try to consider in the Samsung HW-S67T \/ HW-S66T review a simple soundbar and its differences from the older version of the HW-T550.<\/p>\n

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Design and connections<\/h3>\n

First of all, it should be said that the design of both versions of the Samsung 5 Series soundbars is the same.\u00a0Both bars are finished in black aluminum.\u00a0The front part, where the speakers are located, is covered with a metal grill.\u00a0As a reminder, the bars of the 4 series use fabric as a decor.<\/p>\n

This design makes the speakers more protected and easier to clean.\u00a0The body of the Samsung HW-T530 soundbar is 86 cm wide, the height of the bar is only 5.5 cm. This size can easily fit between the legs of the TV stand with a screen diagonal of 40 inches.\u00a0When placed at the bottom of the TV, the soundbar does not obscure part of the picture or block the infrared channel for the TV remote control.<\/p>\n

The interface is on the back of the Samsung HW-S67T \/ HW-S66T It has an HDMI input port, an HDMI output port, an optical audio input and a USB input, with a built-in music player. In addition to physical connections, the Samsung HW-S67T \/ HW-S66T has a Bluetooth wireless connection.<\/p>\n

Samsung HW-T530: Sound<\/h3>\n

In terms of sound, there are some important differences between the two soundbars, the HW-T530 and the HW-T550.\u00a0First, the HW-T550 series comes with DTS Virtual: X support.\u00a0This audio format simulates a three-dimensional effect, so the sound will come not only from the front, but also from the top.<\/p>\n

Thus, with a stereo system such as the Samsung HW-T550 Soundbar, you can recreate a surround sound effect without the need for more speakers.\u00a0However, the manufacturer recommends using the optional SWA-8500S rear speaker set for a more realistic effect.\u00a0The Samsung HW-T530 does not support DTS Virtual: X.<\/p>\n

These rear speakers connect wirelessly, so there is no unnecessary wiring in your room.\u00a0However, do not forget that the rear radiators need to be powered separately, so 220 should be somewhere nearby.\u00a0So by adding the SWA-8500S speaker set we get a\u00a04.1-channel system\u00a0.<\/p>\n

Additionally, we note that one of the differences between the HW-T530 and HW-T550 is the presence of a game mode in the latter.\u00a0So, when using a game console, the sound will be automatically optimized for the perfect accompaniment of video games.<\/p>\n

Of course, the main difference between the two panels is the power output.\u00a0The Samsung HW-T550 has a high power output of 320W, while the Samsung HW-T530 only has 290W.\u00a0Although for a simple 2.1 CH system, this may not be very relevant.<\/p>\n

The difference between Samsung HW-T530 and HW-T550<\/h3>\n

Summarizing the above, here is a comparison table, what is the difference between the performance of both soundbars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Samsung Soundbars<\/strong><\/td>\nHW-T530<\/strong><\/td>\nHW-T550<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Number of channels<\/td>\n2.1<\/td>\n2.1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Number of emitters<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Power<\/td>\n290 watts<\/td>\n320 watts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Wireless subwoofer<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Virtual DTS: X<\/td>\nno<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Game Mode<\/td>\nno<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HDMI connections<\/td>\n2 (1 in and 1 out)<\/td>\n2 (1 in and 1 out)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HDMI ARC<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
USB player<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bluetooth<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Specifications<\/h3>\n