{"id":142376,"date":"2023-02-26T09:04:40","date_gmt":"2023-02-26T09:04:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techweekmag.com\/?p=142376"},"modified":"2024-06-04T17:31:26","modified_gmt":"2024-06-04T17:31:26","slug":"philips-fidelio-fb1-review-a-truly-flexible-modular-sound-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/speakers\/philips-fidelio-fb1-review-a-truly-flexible-modular-sound-system\/","title":{"rendered":"Philips Fidelio FB1: A truly flexible modular sound system"},"content":{"rendered":"

Philips has introduced a new modular speaker system for home use.\u00a0This intelligent multi-room system powered by Fidelio Wireless AV works regardless of the brand.\u00a0The main thing is that the Smart TV system supports DTS Play-Fi.<\/p>\n

Let’s say you already have a new 2022 Philips Smart TV in your home and want to optimize the sound quality.\u00a0In this case, the user begins to look for a suitable soundbar or a combination of a separate VA receiver with surround speakers.\u00a0So, the choice is made and the purchase is made.\u00a0Then all this economy is used for several years.<\/p>\n

Philips Fidelio FB1 review<\/h2>\n

Agree that the change of acoustics to a better one usually does not occur within a few years.\u00a0Sound systems cannot be expanded “painlessly”.\u00a0You will have to deal with laying cables again, which is often not desirable to do.\u00a0But now, with the Philips Fidelio Wireless AV platform, the user has the freedom to upgrade their personal audio system.\u00a0And most importantly, acoustics can be supplemented with new components at any time.<\/p>\n

Design<\/h3>\n

Philips Fidelio FB1 speaker model is made in Slim design.\u00a0The soundbar itself includes 15 speakers.\u00a0The Fidelio FB1 soundbar is divided inside the case into LCR sections to minimize crosstalk.\u00a0This ensures good clarity of the reproduced content.\u00a0Each of the LCR channels has a pair of mid-range drivers mounted on both sides and a tweeter with a D’Appolito layout.<\/p>\n

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This allows better integration of mid and high frequencies.\u00a0In addition, two side drivers are installed – one each from the sides for a surround sound effect.\u00a0Further expansion is provided with two Dolby Atmos emitters.\u00a0They are mounted on top of the FB1 soundbar on both sides and two subwoofers are also installed there.<\/p>\n

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Note that the soundbar is made in a premium finish, which clearly confirms the quality of Philips Fidelio with Meirhead leather inserts on the beveled edges of the soundbar and acoustic transparent metal mesh.<\/p>\n

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Great sound in the Fidelio FB1 soundbar<\/h3>\n

Let’s say we can stick with the fact that we have a 2022 Philips\u00a0OLED807\u00a0Smart TV.\u00a0Already here you can boast of an impressive built-in sound system.\u00a0But there are other TV models that provide average sound quality at an attractive price.\u00a0With the Fidelio Wireless AV platform, you can now assemble your own audio system using individual modules.<\/p>\n

The system is based on DTS Play-Fi multi-room technology.\u00a0It can be upgraded and changed in several stages.\u00a0For example, with the new Philips Fidelio FB1 soundbar, which already has impressive\u00a07.1.2\u00a03D sound with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and a maximum power output of 310W including 15 speakers.\u00a0But no matter how good the soundbar is, you always want more.<\/p>\n

The next step is to treat yourself to the FW1 subwoofer with an 8-inch speaker and 200W of power.\u00a0The subwoofer provides sound performance in lower frequency ranges once the subwoofer is integrated into the overall system.<\/p>\n

The intelligent processing of the Fidelio Wireless AV platform will regulate the sound reproduction of all the already built-in components.\u00a0And here we get the best possible sound without any interference.<\/p>\n

Ambilight satellites<\/h3>\n

The Fidelio FB1 speaker system can be upgraded with a pair of FS1 (2.2 60 W) wireless speakers.\u00a0In such a set, satellites “expand” the soundbar to a 9.1.4 CH system and significantly improve surround sound.\u00a0The highlight of the speakers is that both satellites have LED lighting that connects to the existing Ambilight system on the TV.\u00a0Thus, the color function extends to the entire room.<\/p>\n

But the best thing about the Fidelio Wireless AV platform is that the audio signal is transmitted wirelessly.\u00a0Now only 220V power is required and there is no need to lay additional cables for acoustics.\u00a0Philips says it will gradually expand this sound platform in the future so that content can be seamlessly played throughout the home.<\/p>\n

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