10 Best Soundbars in Malaysia | Best of Home 2023

Looking to experience a theatre-like immersive sound system when watching movies at home? Besides getting a massive smart TV to simulate watching in the theatres, you should also get a good soundbar for an impressive surround sound effect, all in one handy device. Soundbars provide an all-in-one speaker system that can produce rich and deep sounds, and at a cheaper price than home theatre systems. With an extensive variety of soundbars available in the market, which then is the best soundbar in Malaysia? In this Best of Home series, we have curated the 10 Best Soundbars in Malaysia, providing quality recommendations to suit your lifestyle needs and budgets.

This article was last updated on 06 February 2023

10 Best Soundbars in Malaysia

1. Samsung HW-R650 Soundbar

Great for gaming

One of the best soundbars in Malaysia for gaming, the Samsung 3.1 HW-R650 features one of the clearest sound output, thanks to its crosstalk cancellation technology that can remove any distracting noises. Moreover, it has been optimized for various contents, from loud action films to quiet dialogues, with the center channel speaker balancing the sound for clear dialogue.

Surround Sound Expansion

The Samsung HW-R650 soundbar comes with a unique Surround Sound Expansion, expanding the listening range on both sides to emit sound for an immersive surround sound effect. You can also connect it to your Samsung TV for a seamless audio experience using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, while the TV remote itself can be used to control the soundbar. If you do not have a Samsung TV, you can simply install the Samsung Audio Remote app to control it.

Why buy this:

• Great for gaming
• Crosstalk cancellation technology to remove distracting noises
• Surround Sound Expansion
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
• Samsung Audio Remote mobile app

2. Yamaha YAS-209

Smart soundbar with built-in Alexa

The Yamaha YAS-209 excels at producing the ultimate 3D surround sound system, with the sounds seemingly coming from above as well as all around you. The DTS Virtual:X technology allows you to experience full cinema-like audio with only a single soundbar. Furthermore, it features Clear Voice for enhanced dialogue and Bluetooth connectivity to stream music from your smartphone.

Additional wireless subwoofer

This Yamaha soundbar has a wireless subwoofer for deeper bass while still being compact and portable, making your home theatre and living space free from multiple speakers and cable clutter. Best of all, it features a built-in Alexa that allows voice control for the ultimate convenience. You can adjust anything about the soundbar, music settings and more using only your voice from the comforts of your sofa.

Why buy this:

• 3D surround sound system
• DTS Virtual:X technology
• Clear Voice feature for clearer dialogue
• With wireless subwoofer
• Built-in Alexa for voice control

3. Xiaomi Soundbar Mi Soundbar

Good value for money

This Xiaomi Soundbar is a bestseller in Malaysia. In Shopee alone, it manages to get an impressive 4.9 out of 5 stars rating from over 2,000 buyers. The reason? It looks great for a modern home decor, has a good room-filling sound and more importantly, it’s all at just under RM500 price point, which is an extremely great value for money. 

8 built-in speakers for a high-quality room-filling sound output

Its stylish design comes from a sleek fabric mesh finish that makes it look classy. It also supports wall and seat installation for flexible placement. As for the sound, this 33-inch Xiaomi soundbar is equipped with 8 built-in speakers, including a 20-core dome treble, and two 2-inch woofers, and has a passive radiator to create a high-quality sound output. Overall, the high and middle bass levels are crisp and balanced, and the sound quality is clear. 

It offers various connection methods, including Optical, SPDIF, Line in and Aux in, and Bluetooth connectivity for a wireless connection to your mobile devices. It lacks HDMI unfortunately, but apart from that, it’s a great soundbar for its price range. 

Why buy this:

• Good value for money
• Stylish design with fabric mesh finish
• Also support wall installation
• 8 built-in speakers
• Bluetooth and various wired connectivity options

4. LG 3.1 Channel Soundbar

For high-resolution audio

The LG 3.1 Channel is a great choice if you want to enjoy high-resolution audio without all the trouble of installing multiple speakers and cables. It uses DTS Virtual:X technology for an immersive surround sound, in addition to a subwoofer and 3 front speakers. For a more accurate sound and pleasant listening experience, this soundbar has 96kHz sampling rates and a 24-bit depth. It comes with an HDMI optical and Bluetooth connectivity, which you can use to connect with your LG TV for seamless audio and video synchronization.

Why buy this:

• High-resolution audio output
• DTS Virtual:X technology
• HDMI optical and Bluetooth connectivity

5. A&S Soundbar 2.1

With built-in subwoofer

The A&S 2.1 is another excellent soundbar which provides an improved audio experience for music, films or video games. It compacts a built-in wireless subwoofer for maximum bass performance without any additional equipment. With a total RMS output power of 2×15 W + 30 W, this A&S soundbar will transform your living or bedroom space into a private home theatre. It comes with remote control and tiny buttons on the side of the device.

Compact and modern design

Designed with elegance and sophistication in mind, the A&S 2.1 will fit right into any modern home. Its compact size means you can simply put it below your TV without taking up much space, while still delivering quality sound to the entire room. It also comes with a wall bracket if you want to mount it. It has multiple input options including AUX, Optical, Coaxial and HDMI, as well as Bluetooth V3 for streaming music from your phone.

Why buy this:

• With built-in subwoofer
• RMS Output power
• Compact and modern design
• AUX, Optical, Coaxial and HDMI, and Bluetooth V3

6. Samsung S60B

Samsung S60B – Best Soundbars in Malaysia

Best for Samsung TVs

If you have a Samsung TV – or planning to buy one – this Samsung S60B is the perfect companion to elevate your movie sound experience to the next level. Apart from that, it’s also one of the best soundbars for the RM1,500 price range, as it’s equipped with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support and contains 4 woofers and 3 tweeters for a 5.0ch surround sound system in a compact, space-saving device. 

Intelligent SpaceFit system that adapts to your space

In addition to that, this Samsung S60B also intelligently analyses your room space to calibrate an optimal sound field that fits perfectly to your room.  And, unlike standard soundbars, it syncs with your Samsung TV, combining the soundbar’s front and side speakers with the TV’s speakers to create an immersive sound like a home cinema. 

It’s also great for movies, as it’s equipped with Active Voice Amplifier to catch and clarify the sound of every word spoken, and has AdaptiveSound that optimises the sound based on each scene. Equipped with a built-in WIFI connectivity, it wirelessly connects to any mobile devices and is also compatible with Alexa and Apple AirPlay. 

Why buy this:

• Specially made for Samsung smart TV
• Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support
• Speech enhancer for movies
• Built-in WIFI
• Compatible with Alexa and Apple AirPlay

7. JBL BAR 5.1 Ultra HD Soundbar

JBL BAR 5.1 Ultra HD Soundbar – Best Soundbars in Malaysia

For a true home theatrical experience

At around RM3,000 price range, this JBL BAR 5.1 Ultra HD Soundbar is an expensive soundbar. It’s worth it for a home cinema enthusiast, but likely to be too much of a spending for most people. For that, however, you’ll get a truly cinematic sound experience with plenty of advanced features and a premium-feeling appliance. 

For starters, this JBL Soundbar is equipped with a complete 5.1ch system. Each of the speakers can be detached and connect wirelessly, so you can place it around the room to create a true surround sound experience in your living room. These soundbars are battery powered and have separated plugs, so it’s very flexible to use. Apart from that, the system supports Dolby® Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS contents.

As for the connectivity, it supports three HDMI inputs and a Bluetooth connection. What’s also really great is it’s specially designed to work with many of today’s TV remote controls, so you can control it using your existing TV remote control for both the TV and the soundbar. 

Why buy this:

• For a true home theatrical experience
• Complete 5.1ch surround sound system
• Supports Dolby® Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS
• 3 HDMI inputs and Bluetooth connectivity
• Work with TV remote controls

8. Sharp Wireless Bluetooth Soundbar HT-SB115

Budget pick

If you’re on a budget, consider this Sharp HT-SB115 soundbar a lifesaver. Sure, it lacks the features and frills of a more expensive soundbar (e.g. Dolby Atmos and DTS:X), but this basic soundbar does its job, and it does it well. Overall, the sound quality is really clear with a decent bass and detailed mid-range output. 

Designed as a 2.0ch soundbar system, Sharp HT-SB115 produces a 30W output for loud sound output for its size. As for the connectivity, it offers Bluetooth, 1 HDMI ARC, and 1 USB input. You may compare it with the previous Xiaomi Soundbar (check above) because they’re in the same price range, with this Sharp HT-SB115 winning in terms of fast connectivity, while the Xiaomi tops it off in terms of sound output. Overall, they’re both great soundbar options, just depending on what you need. 

Why buy this:

• Budget-friendly
• 2.0ch soundbar system
• Bluetooth, HDMI and USB connectivity

9. Vinnfier Hyperbar 800

Affordable with subwoofer

The Vinnfier Hyperbar 800 is a decent soundbar with an extra subwoofer for added bass and total output power of 160W. Its TV Sound Enhancement feature helps to make your film nights much more immersive. In terms of input sources, you can choose between AUX, HDMI & Optical Cable, USB or Bluetooth for wireless music playback. Additionally, the sleek black speaker design is a perfect addition to your modern home. For cheaper alternatives, consider the Hyperbay 300 or 500.

Why buy this:

• Affordable price for a soundbar with subwoofer
• TV Sound Enhancement
• AUX, HDMI & Optical Cable, USB or Bluetooth connectivity
• Sleek black design

10. Tribit 100W 2.2Ch Sound Bar

Tribit 100W 2.2Ch Sound Bar – Best Soundbars in Malaysia

For a fast Bluetooth 5.0 connection

Another great option under the RM500 price range is this one from Tribit. It’s equipped with 6 built-in speakers, including two 3-inch premium subwoofers on both sides, all of which together recreate 3D surround sound output. Sure, it’s not similar to Dolby Atmos surround sound, but we think the sound quality is pretty and can feel like a room-filling for both movies and gaming. 

The Tribit 100W 2.2Ch Soundbar offers 4 preset equalisers for various needs. The connectivity includes AUX, Optical, USB, and HDMI ARC, and the Bluetooth is already upgraded to 5.0 version, which is less lagging and has an increased range of up to 10 metres. 

Why buy this:

• 6 built-in speakers
• Has two 3-inch premium subwoofers 
• 4 preset equalisers
• Connectivity includes AUX, Optical, USB, and HDMI ARC
• Bluetooth 5.0

FAQ

Which brand of soundbar is the best in Malaysia?

Samsung and LG are great brands to consider for soundbars in Malaysia. They feature the latest technological advancements for immersive sound quality, and are perfect for gaming as well.

Where to buy a soundbar in Malaysia?

You used to only be able to buy a soundbar in Malaysia in retail stores, but now you can purchase them online for the ultimate convenience and even enjoy discounted prices! Shopee is my go-to for kitchen and home appliances. It is also a great place to compare the prices of soundbars in Malaysia. 

We hope that our guide on the 10 Best Soundbars in Malaysia will help you to buy the best soundbar in Malaysia for your home. Do also read our other buying guides too. Please do share this along with your friends if you have found this useful. Do look forward to more buying guides that we will be releasing soon!

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