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AmazonBasics 31 2 0 Channel Bluetooth Sound Bar with Dual Neodymium Magnet Speakers
Last Updated: July 10, 2019 (Refresh Now)
6.5
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Sound / Sound Quality
444bass, sounds, speakers, tv speakers, movie
+71%
-29%
" ... I bought her this AmazonBasics sound bar and she installed it herself, using the optical connection. ... She raved about how good the sound was now and how in "Movie" mode she could understand dialog much better. ... "
" ... Great sound for a product at this price point. ... "
" ... Good basic soundbar to replace TV speakers. ... "
" ... [+] Surprisingly powerful output with sound quality to match. ... "
" ... ITS NOT A HIGH END UNIT, BUT IT IS WELL BUILT, AND I CAN FINALLY HEAR THE WORDS COME OUT OF THE MOUTHS OF THE PERSON TALKING ON THE SCREEN. ... BASS IS DECENT IN MOVIE MODE. ... "
" ... Now, the sound quality it provides is a bit thornier to review. ... It's remarkably good at spacial sound even in sound-dense environments. ... "
" ... This is a Great little sound bar. ... It sounds really good for how affordable it is. ... That said, it is still world's better than the basic tv speakers. ... "
" ... There are a lot better sound bars but they cost a lot more. ... I use it with the optical cable and the sound is what I was expecting for the price. ... "
Price
129money, worth, sound bar, waste, reasonable
+85%
-15%
" ... Good choice for the price and reliability. ... "
" ... This is now the only audio I use for my TV and it is great for the price. ... "
" ... Not a bad sound bar for the price. ... "
" ... If you're looking for good quality at a reasonable price, this is what you should get. ... "
" ... The price cannot be beat. ... "
" ... Great sound for a product at this price point. ... You will get your money worth with this. ... "
" ... Worth the money. ... "
" ... Good sound bar for the money. ... "
Sound / Volume
112loud, speaker, sound bar, room, turn
+55%
-45%
" ... And clear, I had to adjust the default volume on my systems. ... "
" ... The sound bar really helped the sound level in my living room. ... "
" ... I can put it to max volume and it can be heard in my entire apartment. ... "
" ... The volume levels are stepped. ... It gives me all the sound I want and need AND I don't have my old Advent speaker enclosures taking up room in my small living room. ... "
" ... Use it for the living room tv and it makes the sound so much better for a big room ... "
" ... This is not a top quality sound bar for home entertainment but perfect for a bedroom or small apartment setup. ... "
" ... Very reasonably priced, sound quality is very good, it gets decent loud too. ... "
" ... It will be perfect if there is a visual display of the sound volume. ... "
Parts & Accessories / Remote
102volume, remotes, universal, sound bar, soundbar
+39%
-61%
" ... -After 20 seconds on first use, the remote stopped working. ... "
" ... Remote was broken. ... "
" ... My only complaint is the remote is extremely fragile and broke within the first 4 months with one drop on the floor. ... "
" ... If you have a FIOS remote DO NOT purchase this speaker, it is not compatible. ... "
" ... Another gripe we had was that our Verizon Fios remote would bring up or down the volume when we would navigate the channel guide and menus. ... We would get around this by using the remote that came with the soundbar to control the volume when we would surf the channel guide. ... "
" ... The bar shows to be on, and responds to remote and button presses. ... "
" ... Upon opening it and setting it up, I found that it WILL NOT work with the remote of the Element TV. ... "
" ... Remote is pretty flimsy though . ... "
Compatibility & Ports / Device Compatibility
79bluetooth, sound bar, optical, apple tv, alexa
+58%
-42%
" ... It sounds great with the both the television and our other devices, smartphones, The sound is really good quality. ... "
" ... I had no issues with the TCL via the optical cable or via Bluetooth with my phone. ... "
" ... We have it paired up with a projector in my sons bedroom under a 6’ by 4’ 6” screen . ... "
" ... I just purchased this for my Samsung 40” tv and it is easy to connect and does the job. ... "
" ... Bluetooth nice for hooking up to mobile devices. ... "
" ... I installed this for a Sony Google TV (2010) that had janky internal speakers. ... "
" ... Can't speak to the bluetooth as I haven't had need to use it (yet). ... "
" ... It comes with wiring to connect to your tv.player.etc. ... "
Connectivity / Bluetooth
73tv, connected, via, sound bar, soundbar
+52%
-48%
" ... I had no issues with the TCL via the optical cable or via Bluetooth with my phone. ... "
" ... Remote is sturdy and the Bluetooth connection for your phone is a nice feature. ... "
" ... Can't speak to the bluetooth as I haven't had need to use it (yet). ... "
" ... Bluetooth capabilities are great . ... "
" ... So I could easily put this sound bar anywhere in the room and connect it to the Apple TV via bluetooth. ... "
" ... Haven't even tried out the bluetooth streaming feature, though I'm glad its there. ... "
" ... Bluetooth nice for hooking up to mobile devices. ... "
" ... Sound is about what I expect from bluetooth. ... "
Usage / Ease of Use
72easy to set, easy to install, sound, sound bar, setup
+96%
-4%
" ... first of all it was very easy to hook up. ... "
" ... Its easy to activate and sound good save for theater mode. ... "
" ... 3 audio modes, easy install and functions as advertised. ... "
" ... Hookup is pretty straight forward with good documentation. ... "
" ... Setting it up was quick and painless. ... Had enough connections, well I wish it had a wired out for a sub, but other than that it was very easy. ... "
" ... Easy to setup. ... "
" ... [+] Easy to setup and use. ... "
" ... Pretty easy to set up. ... "
Sound / Bass
71sound bar, sub woofer, movie, treble, bar
+79%
-21%
" ... Strong bass and clear sound. ... "
" ... It's not going to rattle the windows with bass, but it definitely adds some sound in the lower frequencies that I was missing. ... "
" ... More bass than I expected from the internal sub. ... "
" ... Good sound quality tho bumping bass when it does work ... "
" ... You have three options: standard, news (more treble), and movie (more bass). ... "
" ... I was able to find a refurbished vizio one for ten dollars more and it sounds amazing and has way more bass ... "
" ... Built in bass is amazing. ... "
" ... has a good sound but it buzzes on certain levels or base. ... "
Product Reliability
57working, year, stopped working, lasted, junk
+30%
-70%
" ... Product came broken with only one speaker actually working. ... "
" ... Product broke in less than 6 months. ... "
" ... I've really tried to like it and have lived with it for 3 months now, but I think its days connected to our TV are now numbered. ... "
" ... We were having some issues with it not turning on or being sure it was on, until today when it just stopped working?? ... "
" ... Unfortunately, the first product shipped to me was defective. ... "
" ... Piece of junk. ... "
" ... It’s not working proper ... "
" ... JUNK, JUNK, JUNK! ... This think is a piece of junk. ... "
Usage / Setup
52easy to install, setup, easy to setup, install, simple
+96%
-4%
" ... It was super easy to set up, it took just minutes. ... "
" ... Hookup is pretty straight forward with good documentation. ... "
" ... The pros - easy to setup, very user friendly. ... "
" ... It was easy to install and although the clicker is a little touchy I am very pleased with this product. ... "
" ... Setting it up was quick and painless. ... "
" ... Setup and use went fine. ... "
" ... Works fine not Bose but for the price a good product and easy to install. ... "
" ... The sound was good, the device had plenty of connection options and hooked up easily and the remote worked well and the menu was easy to navigate. ... "
Parts & Accessories / Cable
42cables, optical cable, rca, cable box, tv
+45%
-55%
" ... It has several problems, but the most annoying one (and what made me return it) was that it reacts to my TV and my cable box remotes whenever I use them. ... "
" ... Tried buying new optical cables but you can tell its the speakers. ... "
" ... Returned this item because it somehow got connected to my cable remote. ... "
" ... We think it is a cord issue. ... "
" ... Didn’t receive the RCA to RCA cable, optical cable, or the stereo cable ... "
" ... I'm using it only with an AUX cord so it shouldn't be cutting out. ... "
" ... But it didn't come with a remote or an optical cable like it said it would . ... "
" ... 3 ft. optical audio cable is too short in my situation. ... "
Usage / Controls
37remote, buttons, change, sound settings, controls
+38%
-62%
" ... Impossible to control the volume. ... "
" ... This sound bar lacks in one important respect: EQ control. ... "
" ... The bar shows to be on, and responds to remote and button presses. ... "
" ... This thing sucks though when you change channels on your cable box the sound goes up and down the mute button don’t work half the time and it just really sucks this is my first sound bar and I’m gonna have to buy another one because this one really sucks ... "
" ... Speaker rattles and you have to change the settings on your tv/cable box and must use the speaker bar and the tv stock speakers don't work. ... "
" ... If you have Spectrum cable the universal remote every single button pushed on it except for the volume will automatically push the last button that you pushed on this audio receiver's remote repeatedly. ... "
" ... Remote will turn the volume up to max when I press the down button. ... "
" ... Volume levels change randomly. ... Sometimes turning speaker on and off fixes it but only for a few minutes. ... "
Usage / Capacity
34bedroom, room, small, apartment, sound bar
+94%
-6%
" ... In fact, I can stay connected in other rooms in my house (iPhone 7). ... "
" ... The sound bar really helped the sound level in my living room. ... "
" ... Good sound quality for my small living room in a 700 square foot apartment. ... "
" ... The sound fills the room quite nicely. ... "
" ... As long as it continues to work, we will continue to have it in our home. ... "
" ... But, in the living room of a 1100 square foot apartment, it's been a great little device. ... "
" ... Use it for the living room tv and it makes the sound so much better for a big room ... "
" ... But, in the living room of a 1100 square foot apartment, it's been a great little device. ... "
Service / Returns
31returning, returned, back, wish, useless
+6%
-94%
" ... Will be returning this useless device immediately. ... "
" ... I waited too long to return it otherwise I would have. ... "
" ... I’m returning it this weekend and getting a better system. ... So thankful this at least happened within the return window though! ... "
" ... Since it's warrantied for one year we could no longer get a replacement. ... "
" ... Based on this experience, I am unwilling to role the dice on a third replacement. ... "
" ... sending it back. ... "
" ... This is the first time I have bought an AmazonBasics device that I had to immediately return. ... "
" ... Wish we could return it, but it’s probably too late now. ... "
Service / Marketplace
27brand, big, basics, thank, warehouse
+48%
-52%
" ... Very dissapointed Amazon shipped this product with a Busted Powerblock ... "
" ... First time I've not liked an Amazon Basics model product. ... "
" ... Seems to be indicative of declining Amazon quality. ... "
" ... Piece of junk that seriously degrades the Amazon Basis Brand. ... "
" ... Amazon's choice is disappointing here, at best. ... "
" ... I am disappointed with Amazons product. ... "
" ... worst item I've bought on amazon. ... "
" ... or the big problem Amazon refuses to solve. ... "
Compatibility & Ports / Ports
22rca, optical, optical cable, connected, cables
+27%
-73%
" ... Had this hooked up to an older TV in the basement via RCA jacks. ... I then tried using the plug in jack and that didn't work either. ... I then put it back on the RCA jacks which still worked. ... "
" ... Tech support says they think the RCA cables are bad. ... "
" ... When connected to my Samsung TV, via an optical cable and then connecting my PS4 to the TV via HDMI, I am limited on volume control.) ... "
" ... This is independent of input type (optical, aux, rca) and source. ... "
" ... Now, if you’re using optical or RCA plugs, this is a non issue. ... "
" ... I had to connect it this way because I have a 4K Apple TV which doesn’t have an optical port. ... I am either going to return it or buy an HDMI hub so that I can hard wire it. ... "
" ... I bought a new optical chord, that wasn't the fix, and then I tried plugging my TV into a friend's and it worked so I know it isn't my TV optical input. ... "
" ... Connected directly to the tv via optical cable. ... "
Sound / Frequencies
17eq, treble, lows, bass, mid
+65%
-35%
" ... Luckily, I enjoy the default EQ levels for music. ... "
" ... Not a "boom box" but a clear sound reproduction and that covers the highs and lows very well. ... "
" ... I wish I could adjust bass and treble myself - a little more treble for some less muffle and more sparkle would make this perfect. ... "
" ... The mids and highs are muted. ... "
" ... When I first purchased this, the sound was tingy, but OK. After about two months, the treble range of sound completely broke. ... "
" ... lots of bass and treble, sounds excellent. ... "
" ... You'll be amazed at the low end frequencies this soundbar can produce. ... "
" ... The 3 step EQ will accommodate most needs. ... "
Software / Apps
16tv, app, alexa, fire, would
+75%
-25%
" ... This bar has 3 pre-set EQ settings, all of which work just fine . ... "
" ... This soundvar is integrated with my tv and and alexa unit. ... "
" ... I would like to know if there is app I can download ... "
" ... Purchased this with the Amazon Fire TV. ... "
" ... The bar packs a decent little punch, with its bottom facing driver. ... My Echo Dot was able to connect to it quickly and I can have Alexa connect to it easily, via voice command. ... "
" ... I have a 65" TV and primarily use an Apple TV with it. ... "
" ... I installed this for a Sony Google TV (2010) that had janky internal speakers. ... "
" ... As part of the arcade, I'll also attempt to integrate in either an echo dot, or try and build Alexa right into the computer itself. ... "
Parts & Accessories / Device Stand
13mounted, mount, tv, mounting brackets, mounting
+100%
" ... Easy install and I’m glad the wall mount hardware is not a separate buy. ... "
" ... I put this together with my 39" and mounted them on the wall of my bedroom. ... "
" ... Comes with wall mounting brackets that require appropriate tools but once mounted stay secure thus far. ... "
" ... Everything included to hookup and wall mount. ... "
" ... Exactly what we needed for our wall mounted flat screen ... "
" ... Competitors are flatter and ultimately more flush for wall mounting. ... "
" ... Rather than mount the soundbar on the wall, we simply placed it on the back of the lamp table between their chairs so they can use the volume controls on top of the bar rather than mess with yet another remote. ... "
" ... Haven't mounted it on the wall yet, but I'm very pleased with the Soundbar so far! ... "
Body / Build Quality
12plastic, open, cheaply, build quality, broke
+42%
-58%
" ... It's very flimsy, and when it got dropped, it didn't just pop the battery cover off, it actually broke completely open. ... "
" ... just terrible, cheap quality. ... "
" ... Product broke in less than 6 months. ... "
" ... The problem is the cheap and fragile remote that comes with it---keeps falling apart. ... "
" ... Cheaply made and doesn't work consistently. ... "
" ... It’s like plastic vibrating on plastic. ... "
" ... It’s like plastic vibrating on plastic. ... "
Service / Delivery
10delivered, good, fast delivery, box, amazon
+60%
-40%
" ... Fast delivery, good sound quality. ... "
" ... Arrived in two days with Prime. ... "
" ... Arrived in two days with Prime. ... "
" ... Nice Product, Good Quality, Fast Delivered. ... "
" ... Nice Product, Good Quality, Fast Delivered. ... "
Features
9feature, three, modes, light, front
+44%
-56%
" ... There is only a single light on the front so it offers very little feedback on the function. ... "
" ... This is really a very negligent design feature. ... "
" ... Who does your market research to make a product which doesn't even match the bottom end of the competition's features? ... "
" ... Pretty annoying feature. ... "
" ... The bigger issues are the constant flashing blue light right in the front that’s really annoying. ... "
Body / Size
9space, fits, look
+89%
-11%
" ... Great size and look. ... "
" ... +size allows multiple storage options ... "
" ... Relatively compact and priced right ... "
" ... The sound is amazing and its a great size. ... "
" ... This fits the bill . ... "
" ... I love the song and size. ... "
" ... Shortest and smallest in depth of any I found, so fits in a tight space. ... "
" ... Shortest and smallest in depth of any I found, so fits in a tight space. ... "
Body / Fit
9mount, fits, tv, template, set
+78%
-22%
" ... Fits perfectly on our tv with the addition of a sound bar mount. ... "
" ... It fits great on my window sill but also came with hanging hardware. ... "
" ... Within 5 minutes, i was able to mount it and pair it! ... "
" ... Easy to mount and use. ... "
" ... It feels well built and the rubber grips for feet are perfect for my desk. ... "
" ... This fits the bill . ... "
" ... Although it accurately had the distance between the mounting screws correct, the two brackets pictured on the template were not level. ... The bracket on the right was almost a 1/4 inch higher than the one on the left! ... "
Body / Design
7looks, look, design, product, solid
+71%
-29%
" ... It has a good price tag, sleek design . ... "
" ... Great size and look. ... "
" ... Looks good too! ... "
" ... Looks good and sound is just perfect. ... "
Connectivity / Range
6apartment, square, soundbar, rooms, dialog
+67%
-33%
" ... Great features and good on WiFi ... "
" ... In fact, I can stay connected in other rooms in my house (iPhone 7). ... "
" ... But, in the living room of a 1100 square foot apartment, it's been a great little device. ... "
" ... But, in the living room of a 1100 square foot apartment, it's been a great little device. ... "
Service / Service Centers
3customer service, amazon, tried, technical, tech
+67%
-33%
" ... First of all I want to say that amazons customer service is a great standard for business. ... "
" ... I am not a tech savvy person. ... "
Battery
3controller
+67%
-33%
" ... Hope it lasts. ... "
" ... Even after 1,000+ hours of use it is still performing like the day I got it. ... "
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