{"id":131818,"date":"2021-06-03T15:21:26","date_gmt":"2021-06-03T14:21:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techweekmag.com\/?p=131818"},"modified":"2021-06-03T15:22:43","modified_gmt":"2021-06-03T14:22:43","slug":"tcl-ts8111-review-the-perfect-soundbar-for-your-uhd-tv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/speakers\/tcl-ts8111-review-the-perfect-soundbar-for-your-uhd-tv\/","title":{"rendered":"TCL TS8111 : The perfect soundbar for your UHD TV"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>TCL\u00a0is one of the manufacturers that constantly offers TV options with some of the latest technical specifications at a price more competitive than the market average.\u00a0It is logical that its intention also extends towards\u00a0accessories related to sound, and one of its most recent launches is the TCL TS8111 bar.<\/p>\n<p>TCL TS8111-EU is a mid-range sound bar\u00a0that is presented as an ideal option for those who have a new generation TV, since its operation makes it\u00a0compatible with screens with UHD resolution, as well as support for HDR and Dolby Vision technology.\u00a0.\u00a0There is also Bluetooth connectivity that allows the reproduction of content from a distance and free of cables.<\/p>\n<h2>Design and connectivity<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-79382 size-full lazyloaded aligncenter\" title=\"A wall mount kit is included with the purchase of TCL TS8111\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/TCL-TS8111-Barra.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-79382\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A wall mount kit is included with the purchase of TCL TS8111<\/p>\n<p>With\u00a0official dimensions of 1000 x 65 x 128 mm there should be no problems to place this model ahead of any television model\u00a0without limiting the view of users.\u00a0It is sold only in a gray color throughout its structure, while rounded edges can be seen on its ends and some buttons are present on the upper face.<\/p>\n<p>TCL TS8111 tries to simplify the process of installing the soundbar in any room,\u00a0so that only one cable is needed to start working in tune with the TV.\u00a0Thanks to an\u00a0HDMI 2.0 port with support for ARC,\u00a0it includes almost all available sound formats and makes it easy to control the soundbar automatically from the TV remote control in functions such as volume.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to this, a\u00a0classic 3.5 mm audio jack port and an optical digital audio output are present.\u00a0A USB 2.0 port also\u00a0facilitates the playback of audio files stored on an external drive such as pendrives and hard drives, and for the use of\u00a0wireless connectivity, Bluetooth is added to the 4.2 standard\u00a0to reproduce sound from a phone, tablet or computer that is located in a close range.<\/p>\n<h2>Surround sound optimization<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-79385 size-full lazyloaded aligncenter\" title=\"TCL TS8111-EU employs a 2.1 channel system\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/TCL-TS8111-EU.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-79385\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">TCL TS8111-EU employs a 2.1 channel system<\/p>\n<p>Reviewing the technical benefits of\u00a0TCL TS8111-EU should begin by indicating the inclusion of a 2.1 channel system with dual integrated subwoofers\u00a0combined that facilitate the combination of a total power of 260W with support for Dolby Atmos technology.<\/p>\n<p>The final result obtained allows you to appreciate each sound precisely located in the room and moving around you\u00a0, even above and below your seat, thus generating an increasingly enveloping feeling in each scene of a movie or a song performed by the artist. Favourite.\u00a0The good work achieved on the depth of the low tones and a volume that can be maximized without lowering the overall sound quality is also appreciated.<\/p>\n<p>Finally,\u00a0to get the most out of the sound bar, different special sound modes have been added by default\u00a0.\u00a0This simplifies the device setup and equalization process, saving time and automatically optimizing the listening experience when watching TV, experiencing the action of a fast-paced movie, or vibrating to a music concert.<\/p>\n<h2>Compared to Harman Kardon Citation Ambient 700<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-79383 size-full lazyloaded aligncenter\" title=\"TCL TS8111-EU has a typical design for the soundbar genre\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/TCL-TS8111.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-79383\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">TCL TS8111-EU has a typical design for the soundbar genre<\/p>\n<p>In relation to other similar proposals in the current market, it is very easy to draw comparisons with the\u00a0Harman Kardon Citation Ambient 700 model\u00a0that we previously analyzed.\u00a0And it is that its operation also allows its use with\u00a0UHD televisions thanks to an HDMI 2.0 input, while its final sound power remains a little below in comparison with a total of 210W.<\/p>\n<p>However, there are also differences to take into account depending on the type of user one is.\u00a0The most notorious is in its connectivity, because in\u00a0addition to Bluetooth it incorporates Wi-Fi to become a truly autonomous device\u00a0that can play audio from the most popular music streaming services, online radio and podcasts such as Spotify, TuneIn, Apple Music, Deezer and many more.<\/p>\n<p>Even\u00a0its compatibility with the virtual assistant Google Assistant\u00a0and the ability to wirelessly play content from\u00a0Apple devices thanks to AirPlay 2 technology adds a very interesting extra\u00a0for those looking for a utility outside the television itself.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PROS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Compatible with current televisions<\/li>\n<li>Good sound quality with surround effect<\/li>\n<li>Integrated Bluetooth wireless connectivity<\/li>\n<li>Competitive price<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>CONS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>No support for Wi-Fi connectivity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>TCL TS8111 Features<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wpsm-table wpsm-table-black\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\">TCL TS8111<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\">WEIGHT AND MEASUREMENTS<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Size (W x H x D in mm)<\/td>\n<td>1000 x 65 x 128 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Net weight \/ kg)<\/td>\n<td>&#8211;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Colors<\/td>\n<td>Gray<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\">AUDIO SYSTEM<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Output power<\/td>\n<td>260W RMS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Channels<\/td>\n<td>2.1 channels<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sound processing<\/td>\n<td>Dolby Atmos<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sound Pressure Level<\/td>\n<td>&gt; 97 dB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\">CONNECTORS<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Connections<\/td>\n<td>HDMI input, HDMI output (2.0) -eARC, optical digital audio, 3.5mm jack audio<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wireless connectivity<\/td>\n<td>Bluetooth 4.2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\">ENERGY CONSUMPTION<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Compatibility<\/td>\n<td>4K HDR, Dolby Vision<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Contents<\/td>\n<td>Sound bar, power cord, HDMI cable, wall mount kit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Official site<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcl.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TCL<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TCL\u00a0is one of the manufacturers that constantly offers TV options with some of the latest technical specifications at a price more competitive than the market average.\u00a0It is logical that its intention also extends towards\u00a0accessories related to sound, and one of its most recent launches is the TCL TS8111 bar. 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