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Soundbars Methodology v3.0
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Products in this category are scored under Frontum Soundbars Methodology v3.0: the technical score from the specifications is the base, and independent expert and video reviews (up to ±0.5 points), owner opinions (up to ±0.3) and best-of lists (up to +0.3) move it up or down.
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Loewe Klang Bar3 MR review: 108 specs compared

Avg. price:~£880N. of audio channels:3.1Audio output power:180 WHDMI ARC type:eARC

Loewe Klang Bar3 MR Review: Compare 108 technical specifications, 11 expert reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Loewe Klang Bar3 MR
7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

7.9

Technical score

30%

7.9

List score

25%

8.3

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▲Better than 89% of soundbars
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

5.9

Price

▼Worse than 75%
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

6.1

Audio

18%

9.0

Formats

16%

8.7

Connectivity

14%

8.2

Controls

12%

8.0

HDMI

10%

9.2

Streaming

5%

5.3

Design

★Better than 90%
8.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
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80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.5

Popularity

Grades by review (11)
11 reviews, average 8.3/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 72%
7.9

List score

List score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (1)
List score: in 1 of 100 lists (1%)
▲Better than 64%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £880
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Loewe Klang Bar3 MR

Based on 11

Reviewers love the easy speaker expansion and elegant design, but the app frustrates and surround and height effects underwhelm.
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Technical Specifications of soundbar Loewe Klang Bar3 MR

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
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Score components:

25%

6.1

Audio

18%

9.0

Formats

16%

8.7

Connectivity

14%

8.2

Controls

12%

8.0

HDMI

10%

9.2

Streaming

5%

5.3

Design

7.9
Reviews score
8.3
List score
7.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
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Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

5.9

Price

7.3
N. of audio channels
3.1
This soundbar offers 3.1 audio channels, more than 74.4% of soundbars and equal to 5.5% of soundbars.
Audio output power
180 W
This soundbar delivers 180 W of audio output power, more than 82.3% of soundbars and equal to 0.6% of soundbars.
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
50 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 50 Hz, lower than 44.6% of soundbars and equal to 12.5% of soundbars.
Max frequency
20,000 Hz
This soundbar reaches a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz, higher than 17.5% of soundbars and equal to 76.8% of soundbars.
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What reviewers say
Dolby Atmos
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos. 70% of soundbars include this feature.
Atmos playback is virtualized.
DTS:X
yes
This soundbar supports DTS:X. 83.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby TrueHD. 83.9% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS-HD Master Audio
yes
This soundbar supports DTS-HD Master Audio. 92.8% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby Digital Plus
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus. 75% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby Atmos support on this model includes Dolby Digital Plus.
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N. of HDMI inputs
2
This soundbar has 2 HDMI inputs, more than 96.6% of soundbars and equal to 2% of soundbars.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 71.5% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5
This soundbar has Wi-Fi 5, which is more advanced than 85.2% of soundbars and equal to 12.8% of soundbars.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 4.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
5
This soundbar uses Bluetooth 5, which is more up to date than 38.7% of soundbars and equal to 47.9% of soundbars.
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Smartphone app
yes
This soundbar has smartphone app. 57.7% of soundbars offer this feature.
Remote control
yes
This soundbar has remote control. 17.5% of soundbars offer this feature.
Control panel
yes
This soundbar has control panel. 5.5% of soundbars offer this feature.
Voice assistant compatibility
yes
This soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility. 63.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Far-field microphones
no
This soundbar does not have far-field microphones. 7.1% of soundbars offer this feature.
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What reviewers say
HDMI version
2
This soundbar has HDMI 2, which is more capable than 57.2% of soundbars and equal to 14% of soundbars.
HDMI ARC type
eARC
This soundbar has eARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 71.5% of soundbars and the same as what 28.5% offers.
HDMI-CEC support
yes
This soundbar supports HDMI-CEC. 29.2% support HDMI-CEC.
HDMI pass-through resolution
4K
This soundbar passes through 4K, which is higher resolution than 74.5% of soundbars and equal to 23.8% of soundbars.
HDMI pass-through frame rate
60 fps
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to 60 fps, higher than 79% of soundbars and equal to 16.2% of soundbars.
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What reviewers say
AirPlay
yes
This soundbar supports AirPlay. 80.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Chromecast built-in
yes
This soundbar supports Chromecast built-in. 88.9% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This soundbar supports Spotify Connect. 79.5% of soundbars include this feature.
TIDAL Connect
yes
This soundbar supports TIDAL Connect. 91.1% of soundbars include this feature.
Amazon Music native support
yes
This soundbar supports native Amazon Music. 87.4% support native Amazon Music.
Available via DTS Play-Fi.
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What reviewers say
Width
950 mm
This soundbar is 950 mm wide, wider than 77.8% of soundbars and equal to 3.2% of soundbars.
Height
71 mm
This soundbar is 71 mm high, taller than 59.6% of soundbars and equal to 3.7% of soundbars.
Thickness
71 mm
This soundbar is 71 mm thick, thinner than 71.3% of soundbars and equal to 1.1% of soundbars.
Weight
5,900 g
This soundbar weighs 5,900 g, more than 92.6% of soundbars and equal to 0.5% of soundbars.
Build material
metal
This soundbar is built from metal, which is less premium than 99.7% of soundbars.
Acoustic fabric cover and glass top controls.
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What reviewers say

Loewe Klang Bar3 MR vs the average soundbar

246810TotalAudioFormatsConnectivityHDMIStreamingControlsDesign
  • 2 more HDMI inputs
    This soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (2 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.
    2 vs 0
  • Supports DTS-HD Master Audio
    This soundbar supports DTS-HD Master Audio, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
    Atmos playback is virtualized.
  • Dedicated center channel
    This soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports DTS:X
    This soundbar supports DTS:X, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby TrueHD
    This soundbar supports Dolby TrueHD, the average soundbar does not.
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • 5 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (9 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    9 vs 4
  • 16.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
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    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (11)
    11 reviews, average 8.3/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.3 vs 7.1
  • 8.2% higher list score
    List score
    7.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (1)
    List score: in 1 of 100 lists (1%)
    7.9 vs 7.3
  • Dedicated center channel
    This soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
  • 5 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (9 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    9 vs 4
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (3.1 vs 2.1). The average soundbar has 2.1 audio channels.
    3.1 vs 2.1
  • 2.57x more audio output power
    This soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (180 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    180 W vs 70 W
  • Supports wireless rear speakers
    This soundbar is compatible with wireless rear speakers, the average soundbar is not.
  • 2 more sound modes
    This soundbar offers more sound modes than the average soundbar (6 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
    6 vs 4
  • 2 years newer release
    This soundbar is newer than the average soundbar (2023 vs 2021). The average soundbar was released in 2021.
    April 27, 2023
    2023 vs 2021
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
    Atmos playback is virtualized.
  • Supports DTS-HD Master Audio
    This soundbar supports DTS-HD Master Audio, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports DTS:X
    This soundbar supports DTS:X, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby TrueHD
    This soundbar supports Dolby TrueHD, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby Digital Plus
    This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus, the average soundbar does not.
    Dolby Atmos support on this model includes Dolby Digital Plus.
  • Supports DTS Virtual:X
    This soundbar supports DTS Virtual:X, the average soundbar does not.
  • 1 more supported Bluetooth codecs
    This soundbar supports more Bluetooth codecs than the average soundbar (2 vs 1). The average soundbar supports 1 Bluetooth codecs.
    sbc, aac
    2 vs 1
  • More music formats supported
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (AAC, FLAC, M4A, MP3, WAV vs MP3).
    AAC, FLAC, M4A, MP3, WAV vs MP3
  • 3 more supported audio formats
    This soundbar supports more audio formats than the average soundbar (5 vs 2). The average soundbar supports 2 audio formats.
    5 vs 2
  • 2 more HDMI inputs
    This soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (2 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.
    2 vs 0
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports HDR pass-through
    This soundbar supports hDR pass-through support, the average soundbar does not.
    HDR10+, HDR10, and Dolby Vision pass-through.
  • Higher video pass-through
    This soundbar passes through higher-resolution video than the average soundbar (4K vs none).
    4K vs none
  • Higher HDMI pass-through frame rate
    This soundbar has a higher HDMI pass-through frame rate than the average soundbar (60 fps vs none fps). The average soundbar supports an HDMI pass-through frame rate of none fps.
    60 fps vs none fps
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This soundbar supports Chromecast built-in, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This soundbar supports AirPlay, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This soundbar supports Spotify Connect, the average soundbar does not.
  • Multiroom ecosystem support
    This soundbar supports multiroom ecosystem support, the average soundbar does not.
    DTS Play-Fi multi-room ecosystem. AirPlay 2 multi-room support. Chromecast built-in multi-room support.
  • Supports TIDAL Connect
    This soundbar supports tIDAL Connect, the average soundbar does not.
  • Native Amazon Music support
    This soundbar supports native Amazon Music, the average soundbar does not.
    Available via DTS Play-Fi.
  • Supports Deezer
    This soundbar supports Deezer, the average soundbar does not.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • App EQ customization
    This soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports voice assistants
    This soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility, the average soundbar does not.
  • More firmware update options
    This soundbar offers more firmware update options than the average soundbar (over-the-air, app-based, USB vs USB).
    over-the-air, app-based, USB vs USB
  • Manual audio delay adjustment
    This soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
  • 15 mm thinner design
    This soundbar is thinner than the average soundbar (71 mm vs 86 mm). The average soundbar is 86 mm thick.
    71 mm vs 86 mm
  • 2 in inch smaller subwoofer driver size
    This soundbar has a lower subwoofer driver size than the average soundbar (4 in vs 6 in). The average soundbar uses a subwoofer driver size of 6 in.
    4 in vs 6 in
  • No dialogue enhancement
    This soundbar does not support dialogue enhancement, the average soundbar does.
  • No bass boost
    This soundbar does not support bass boost, the average soundbar does.
  • 3,900 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (5,900 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    5,900 g vs 2,000 g
  • 187 mm wider width
    This soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (950 mm vs 763 mm). The average soundbar is 763 mm wide.
    950 mm vs 763 mm
  • 8x more expensive
    Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is more expensive than the average soundbar (£880 vs £110).
    £880 vs £110
  • Less premium build materials
    This soundbar has a less premium build than the average soundbar (metal vs plastic).
    Acoustic fabric cover and glass top controls.
    metal vs plastic
  • 4 mm higher height
    This soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (71 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    71 mm vs 67 mm
  • 8x more expensive
    Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is more expensive than the average soundbar (£880 vs £110).
    £880 vs £110
  • 4.7% worse value for money
    Loewe Klang Bar3 MR has worse value for money than the average soundbar (7.26 vs 7.6).
    7.26 vs 7.6
  • 2 in inch smaller subwoofer driver size
    This soundbar has a lower subwoofer driver size than the average soundbar (4 in vs 6 in). The average soundbar uses a subwoofer driver size of 6 in.
    4 in vs 6 in
  • No bass boost
    This soundbar does not support bass boost, the average soundbar does.
  • No dialogue enhancement
    This soundbar does not support dialogue enhancement, the average soundbar does.
  • 3,900 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (5,900 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    5,900 g vs 2,000 g
  • 187 mm wider width
    This soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (950 mm vs 763 mm). The average soundbar is 763 mm wide.
    950 mm vs 763 mm
  • Less premium build materials
    This soundbar has a less premium build than the average soundbar (metal vs plastic).
    Acoustic fabric cover and glass top controls.
    metal vs plastic
  • 4 mm higher height
    This soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (71 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    71 mm vs 67 mm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
avforums.com
✓ explicit
30/12/2023
Home AV review · Expandable soundbar
Verdict
The Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is a compact 3.1 soundbar with strong connectivity and flexible upgrade options, though its bass is restrained.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
20/10/2023
Hands-on test · Single-bar soundbar
Verdict
The Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is a single-bar soundbar with strong connections and loud, clean sound, but it lacks overhead Atmos height.
8.2
hifi.de
✓ explicit
28/05/2023
Hands-on test · AV receiver soundbar
Verdict
The Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is a compact soundbar with clear dialogue and natural music, and it can connect existing speakers, but its bass is weak.
9.0
hifitest.de
✓ explicit
19/07/2023
Hands-on test · Expandable 3.1 soundbar
Verdict
The Loewe Klang Bar3 MR sounds full and dynamic on its own, and adding rear speakers builds a complete surround set.
7.6
audiovision.de
✓ explicit
30/03/2024
Hands-on test · Multi-room soundbar
Verdict
The Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is a neat soundbar with wide streaming and expansion options, but its hidden menus are awkward.
8.0
digitalvideoht.it
≈ estimated
27/09/2023
Hands-on test · Multi-room soundbar
Verdict
The Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is a multi-room 3.1 soundbar that grows into 5.1 with Loewe speakers and delivers clear dialogue, though its bass feels controlled.
8.5
fwd.nl
✓ explicit
25/05/2024
Hands-on test · Compact Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is a compact soundbar with stylish looks and optional extra speakers, but its ultra-low bass falls short.
9.0
hifi.nl
✓ explicit
09/08/2023
Hands-on test · Expandable soundbar
Verdict
The Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is best suited to mixing with your own speakers and subwoofer, though it lacks automatic room calibration.
8.0
techfi.nl
✓ explicit
10/07/2023
Hands-on test · Discreet compact soundbar
Verdict
The Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is a slim soundbar with strong dialogue and a stylish look, but its Play-Fi app is clumsy to use.
9.0
hifi.nl
✓ explicit
09/08/2023
Full review · Streaming soundbar
Verdict
The Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is a well-connected bar that expands with extra speakers and offers broad streaming support, but its Play-Fi app is clumsy.
8.0
techfi.nl
✓ explicit
10/07/2023
Hands-on review · Compact soundbar
Verdict
The Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is a discreet, slim bar that can expand into a surround system, but it lacks height speakers and has a clumsy Play-Fi app.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Loewe Klang Bar3 MR

  • Exceptional build quality with premium materials like basalt grey felt and metallic top plates
  • Highly flexible connectivity, including unique RCA phono outputs for connecting third-party active speakers
  • Immersive soundstage that expands well beyond the unit's compact physical dimensions
  • Strong dialogue clarity thanks to a dedicated centre channel
  • Extensive multi-room and streaming support via DTS Play-Fi, Apple AirPlay 2, and Google Chromecast
  • Large, easily legible front LED display for status and volume tracking

What customers don't like about Loewe Klang Bar3 MR

  • Relatively high price point compared to other 3.1-channel soundbars in the market
  • Lacks dedicated up-firing drivers, leading to limited verticality in Dolby Atmos height effects
  • No support for 4K/120Hz or VRR passthrough, which may affect high-end gamers
  • Integrated subwoofers can feel lightweight for bass-heavy tracks or explosive movie scenes
  • Mobile app is limited mostly to manuals and lacks deep system control
  • Setup process for wireless features can be unintuitive and requires physical interaction with buttons

Verdict

The Loewe Klang Bar3 MR is a high-performance 3.1 channel soundbar delivering 360 watts of total music output through nine active drivers, including seven front-firing speakers and two integrated 4-inch subwoofers. Key characteristics include support for Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and multiroom integration via DTS Play-Fi, AirPlay 2, and Chromecast, alongside versatile connectivity featuring three HDMI ports with eARC and 4K pass-through. Its main pros are the unique 'AVR connection' which allows for the integration of legacy active speakers and an expandable design that supports up to a 5.1 surround setup via wireless WDAL 2.0 technology with ultra-low 2-microsecond latency. Potential cons include a bulky 95cm wide footprint that may not suit smaller television stands and a lack of support for certain high-end Bluetooth codecs like aptX in some configurations.

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