The Samsung HW-A550 soundbar is an entry-level model for the South Korean giant, but it’s a highly qualitative product for the price it sells for today. Fnac now offers a 23% discount, which gives 229 euros instead of the usual 299 euros.
Samsung offers many soundbar references to suit all budgets. The one we are interested in here is the HW-A550, a more powerful replacement for the HW-T550, but just as affordable as the old version, which is no longer produced. And the good news is that this new model already benefits from a nice reduction of 70 euros on the original price.
What to remember about the Samsung HW-A550
- A total power of 410 W (250 W for the subwoofer)
- A very good sound reproduction 2.1 + compatible DTS Virtual: X
- Multipoint Bluetooth is in the game
Instead of the usual 299 euros, the Samsung HW-A550 soundbar is now available in promotion for only 229 euros on the Fnac website, or an immediate 23% discount.
Identical design, but more power
The Samsung HW-A550 looks just like the previous model, the aptly named HW-T550. We therefore find the same black design for the soundbar and the subwoofer, with exactly identical dimensions. The only difference is a level of weight, since the newer of the two is 300 grams heavier, but this is mainly due to the increased sound power. Indeed, if the HW-T550 offered 320 W, including 160 W for the subwoofer, the HW-A550 goes up to 410 W in total, including 250 W for the subwoofer. It’s a great feat, especially since the new is offered at the same price as the old one.
Moreover, the subwoofer is always wireless to facilitate the installation of the product in your home. It will fit perfectly on or next to your TV cabinet, while the sound bar can be placed in front of the TV and even be attached to the wall thanks to the dedicated hanger.
Good 2.1 sound with multipoint bluetooth
Like its predecessor, the Samsung HW-A550 offers high-quality 2.1 sound reproduction for the entry-level segment, with very deep bass, not to mention compatibility with DTS Virtual: X technology for an effect surround which greatly facilitates immersion. The “Smart Sound” mode is always present and is responsible for analyzing each content to optimize the sound rendering according to the content you are watching (sport, film, concert, etc.). One game mode is also dedicated to video games to improve the sound experience.
Thanks to the HDMI ARC, it is quite possible to do without the remote control included with the sound bar, and ultimately only use that of your Samsung TV. With the latter, you can then switch off and on, adjust the volume and even access the various settings. Bluetooth finally remains in 4.2, even if we would have liked version 5 on this new model, but the multipoint functionality to connect two devices at the same time is still there, which is very practical in the evening with friends (e) s, for example.
To compare the Samsung HW-A550
If you have a little less tight budget to buy a sound bar, we invite you now to consult our dedicated guide.
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