Philips B8301: 3.1.2 Dolby Atmos soundbar with wireless subwoofer

The TAB8301 is the most ambitious model in this new series, designed to offer an immersive home cinema experience at an affordable price. Philips TAB8301: 3.1.2 configuration and up-firing speakers. The Philips TAB8301 adopts a 3.1.2 configuration with dedicated LCR (Left, Center, Right) channels and two up-firing speakers for Dolby Atmos effects. The wireless subwoofer, which can be positioned vertically or horizontally, adds 100W to the soundbar's 90W for a total of 190W RMS. Philips promises a wide and enveloping soundstage despite its compact size (826 × 44 × 55 mm).

Philips TAB8301: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, eARC and Ultra HD 4K 120Hz Pass-Through

Compatible with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and DTS Virtual:X, the Philips TAB8301 features an HDMI port and eARC with Ultra HD 4K 120Hz Pass-Through functionality. Connectivity options also include an optical input, a 3.5mm mini-jack input, and a USB-A port. Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity ensures low latency and LE Audio compatibility. Settings can be adjusted via the included remote control or the Philips Entertainment app.

Philips TAB8301: Intellisound Engine and EasyLink 3.0££££

Intellisound AI processing automatically adapts the sound output according to the content (movie, music, game), with Voice Boost, Spatial Audio, and customizable settings. Finally, EasyLink 3.0 compatibility allows unified control with a Philips TV via a single remote control.

Expected availability in June. Suggested retail price: €169.

Key features of the Philips TAB8301 soundbar: • Type: Soundbar • System: 3.1.2 • Amplification: Class D • Total power: 190 W • eARC compatibility • CEC compatibility • Bluetooth 6.0 LE Audio compatibility • Inputs: 1 x 3.5 mm mini-jack auxiliary, 1 x optical • Output: 1 x HDMI 2.0 • Other: 1 x USB Host port • Dolby Atmos and DTS:X decoders [abc]DTS[/abc] Virtual:X

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