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Samsung HW-E450

Price range:

$217.26 - $299.99

Summary: A 2.1-channel soundbar.

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Type: Soundbars

About - Samsung HW-E450
The Samsung HW-E450 is part of the home theater system test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, home theater system models like the HW-E450 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Sound quality: Sound quality represents tonal accuracy and ability to reproduce fine sonic detail of the front speakers, subwoofer, center-channel speaker, and surround speakers. Sound quality judgments are made with the system optimized using its own auto speaker set-up function (if so equipped), and with its own tone controls and/or pre-set tone settings (if any) adjusted for most balanced sound. Ease of use: Ease of use indicates how easy it is to set up the system and use controls on front panel and remote. Versatility: Versatility score is based on the presence or absence of useful features. The inputs and outputs shown are on the receiver. (Does not include outputs on the video player, if that is separate.)

About - Samsung HW-E450

The Samsung HW-E450 is part of the home theater system test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, home theater system models like the HW-E450 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Sound quality:: Sound quality represents tonal accuracy and ability to reproduce fine sonic detail of the front speakers, subwoofer, center-channel speaker, and surround speakers. Sound quality judgments are made with the system optimized using its own auto speaker set-up function (if so equipped), and with its own tone controls and/or pre-set tone settings (if any) adjusted for most balanced sound.
Ease of use:: Ease of use indicates how easy it is to set up the system and use controls on front panel and remote.
Versatility:: Versatility score is based on the presence or absence of useful features. The inputs and outputs shown are on the receiver. (Does not include outputs on the video player, if that is separate.)

About This Brand
Samsung is a powerhouse electronics brand in several categories, including home-theater systems. It sells 2.1- channel sound bars, and 5.1- and 7.1- channel systems that include either a Blu-ray or 3D Blu-ray player and wireless connectivity. Prices vary, ranging from low to high.

About This Brand

Samsung is a powerhouse electronics brand in several categories, including home-theater systems. It sells 2.1- channel sound bars, and 5.1- and 7.1- channel systems that include either a Blu-ray or 3D Blu-ray player and wireless connectivity. Prices vary, ranging from low to high.

Features & Specs - Samsung HW-E450
Video player disc capacity The number of discs that the video player can handle. Video player disc capacity	NA
Active subwoofer Has a built-in amplifier and typically has a bass level control (independent of controls on a receiver). Active subwoofer	Yes
Wireless subwoofer Yes' indicates that the model comes with a powered wireless subwoofer. "Optional' indicates that accessories (transmitter and wireless amplifiers) are available that allow signals to be wirelessly transmitted the amplifers that power a subwoofer. 'No' indicates that the models does not provide for wireless operation of a subwoofer. Wireless subwoofer	Yes
Receiver OSD Receiver OSD Onscreen display lets you view the receiver's menus on a TV screen, a squint-free alternative to using the receiver's LED or LCD display. Receiver OSD	No
Auto speaker calibration System comes with a microphone to automatically adjust speaker sound levels, delays, and possibly more to balance the surround effect for your room size and speaker setup. Auto speaker calibration	No
Plays 3D Blu-ray discs Plays 3-D Blu-ray discs; for 3D operation, it requires a 3D TV and 3D glasses, as well a 3D Blu-ray movie. Plays 3D Blu-ray discs	NA
Analog to HDMI video conversion Can convert analog video input signals (Composite, S-Video, Component) to digital and output them via the HDMI connection. Analog to HDMI video conversion	NA
3D capable HDMI switching Will pass a 3-D video signal when switching HDMI cable connected 3-D source devices to a 3-D TV. 3D capable HDMI switching	Yes
FM tuner Receiver has a built-in FM radio tuner. FM tuner	No
AM tuner Receiver has built-in AM radio tuner. AM tuner	No
Internet streaming access Can receive audio or video streams from various online entertainment services, such as movies from Netflix or Amazon Video on Demand, or Pandora Internet radio. Requires a broadband internet connection and -- depending on the service -- a subscription. Internet streaming access	No
Stereo analog audio (in/out) Stereo analog audio (in/out) lists the number of stereo (two-channel) analog audio input and output connections. These are useful for connecting two-channel analog audio devices such as a TV, set-top box, non-integrated video disc player, etc. Stereo analog audio (in/out)	1/0
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General Information
Manufacturer	Samsung
Manufacturer Website Address	www.samsungusa.com
Product Model	HW-E450
Product Name	HW-E450 40" AudioBar with Wireless Subwoofer
Product Type	Speaker System

User Reviews - Samsung HW-E450

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Rick

from

Manteca, CA

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

first sound bar

11/25/2012

Pros

Booming Bass

Clear Sound

Easy To Set Up

Good Remote

Interfaces Well With TV

Intuitive Controls

Necessary Cables Provided

Thundering Bass

Cons

Best Uses

Living Room

Movies

Smaller Rooms

Television Shows

Comment:

This was my first sound bar and it has proven to be very efficient. Sound is amazing in living room. We plan to watch more movies with action sounds. Grandkids will love the booming sounds of the subwoofer.

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Eddie D

from

Freeport, NY

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Samsung HW-E450

8/27/2012

Pros

Clear Sound

Easy To Set Up

Good Remote

Interfaces Well With TV

Intuitive Controls

Own 2 of them Very Nice

Thundering Bass

Cons

NONE

Best Uses

Larger Rooms

Living Room

Movies

Smaller Rooms

Surround Sound Solution

Television Shows

Comment:

Bought one for the Den (Man Cave) and later another one for the Master Bedroom. Easy to hook up with digital cable (included)with Samsung TV's. Movie Theater like sound. Yery happy. Make sure your TV has the digital/fiber optic sound connection.

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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