11/8/2023 0 Comments Surroundbar 3000![]() My third party optical cables from the likes of Transparent, Monster and XLO were too thick and cumbersome to allow for the SurroundBar to sit level on its attached feet atop my Omni+ Vent credenza or Sanus Accurate Series rack in my bedroom. I should mention that because of the SurroundBar's lack of physical depth you pretty much have to use the supplied optical cable, which is very thin and flexible. I recalibrated the subwoofer's level using the same track from Massive Attack and was off and running in less than five minutes. There are no onscreen menus or DSP settings needed with the SurroundBar 6000, the only thing I had to adjust was the subwoofer level, which I did via the included remote and the bass heavy track "Angel" from Massive Attack.įor my bedroom system I repeated the above mentioned steps however instead of connecting the SurroundBar directly to my source I opted for my Samsung HDTV's optical audio out. I plugged both the SurroundBar and wireless subwoofer into the wall and powered them on via their respective power switches and that was it. I connected the SurroundBar to my Sony Blu-ray player via the included optical cable and to my Cambridge Audio DacMagic for two channel playback via a pair of Transparent interconnects using the included eighth inch to RCA adaptor. I installed the SurroundBar 6000 in two drastically different systems beginning with my reference home theater for a kick off and later in my bedroom system, which was probably more appropriate. Unpacking the system is easy enough for one person and setup can take anywhere from five to ten minutes, with no real need to consult the very well written manual or quick start guide. The SurroundBar 6000 arrived at my home packaged in its factory box, which houses the SurroundBar, wireless subwoofer and accessories. The SurroundBar 6000 comes equipped with all the necessary cables and/or adaptors needed to set it up and enjoy straight out of the box as well as small remote control, which controls the SurroundBar 6000's volume, source selection, mute and subwoofer volume. The SurroundBar 6000 also features on-board Dolby Digital decoding and playback. SDA Surround is Polk's patented surround sound algorithm that works in conjunction with their Digital Logic technology (Polk's proprietary DSP software) to reproduce multiple channels without having to use multiple speakers- creating a 3D or surround sound-like aural performance from a single speaker, or in this case a soundbar. In terms of features, beyond being simply compact and lifestyle friendly the SurroundBar 6000 features a number of processing modes, including Polk's own Digital Logic, SDA Surround sound technology and 3D Audio. As for inputs, the SurroundBar features a single optical input and two eight inch analog inputs for which Polk supplies adaptors, enabling customers to use their traditional RCA style analog cables with the SurroundBar 6000. The reported frequency response of both the SurroundBar and matching subwoofer is 40Hz to 20kHz. An internal 160-Watt amplifier powers the SurroundBar while an internal 120-Watt amplifier drives the wireless subwoofer. The SurroundBar features four, two and three quarter inch polypropylene drivers, which handle both high frequencies and midrange with the bass duties falling to the SurroundBar 6000 wireless subwoofer's seven inch downward firing driver. The subwoofer tips the scales at surprising 10 and a half pounds, which is surprisingly lightweight, given that many modern subwoofers can weigh in excess of 50 pounds. The included wireless subwoofer measures in at 11 inches high by 10 and a quarter inches wide by 12 inches deep. Because of its shallow depth the SurroundBar 6000 is an ideal mate for today's latest crop of super thin LED based HDTVs. The main soundbar measures 35 inches wide by three and three quarter inches high and just under two inches deep and weighs a trim four and a half pounds. The Polk Audio SurroundBar 6000 is an all-in-one solution so to speak, featuring a compact speaker array and a wireless subwoofer. Find a plasma HDTV to pair with the SurroundBar 6000.Read more soundbar reviews from the staff at Home Theater Review.Take for instance the Polk Audio SurroundBar 6000 reviewed here, retailing for $499.95 and sold direct through Polk's own website as well as major big-box retailers. Not to mention, soundbars are exceedingly affordable compared to their home theater counterparts, in some instances costing less than a mid-fi Blu-ray player or a two meter length of HDMI cable. ![]() Soundbars are all the rage these days and for good reason, for as home theaters become increasingly complicated, soundbars have gotten better and easier to use. ![]()
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