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Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus Review | 109 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,060N. of audio channels:7.1.4Audio output power:400 WHDMI ARC type:eARC

Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus Review: Compare 109 technical specifications and 48 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus
8.3/10

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the soundbar's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best soundbars on the market.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

95%

8.3

Technical score

5%

9.1

Reviews score ( 34 · 14)

Reviews score 5% · 9.1 · based on 48 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
★Better than 97% of soundbars
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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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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▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

4.9

Price

▲Better than 81%
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the soundbar's technical performance, covering key areas such as audio quality, channel configuration, connectivity, HDMI and wireless features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare soundbars based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

25%

7.5

Audio

18%

8.9

Formats

16%

8.5

Connectivity

14%

9.6

Controls

12%

8.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.8

Smart features

5%

4.4

Design

★Better than 97%
9.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
9.1/ 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.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 100% of models
Grades by review (48)
34 reviews: 26 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 14 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
★Better than 100%
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Technical Specifications of soundbar Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the soundbar's technical performance, covering key areas such as audio quality, channel configuration, connectivity, HDMI and wireless features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare soundbars based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

25%

7.5

Audio

18%

8.9

Formats

16%

8.5

Connectivity

14%

9.6

Controls

12%

8.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.8

Smart features

5%

4.4

Design

8.3
Reviews score
9.1
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components:

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

4.9

Price

7.3
Brand name
Sennheiser
N. of audio channels
7.1.4
This soundbar offers 7.1.4 audio channels, more than 98.4% of soundbars and equal to 1.1% of soundbars.
Audio output power
400 W
Market range: <10 W – >260 W
This soundbar delivers 400 W of audio output power, more than 93.7% of soundbars and equal to 1.2% of soundbars.
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
38 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 38 Hz, lower than 82.6% of soundbars.
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Dolby Atmos
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos. 79.8% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
yes
This soundbar supports DTS:X. 89.9% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby TrueHD. 83% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS-HD Master Audio
yes
This soundbar supports DTS-HD Master Audio. 90.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby Digital Plus
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus. 75.5% of soundbars include this feature.
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N. of HDMI inputs
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This soundbar has 2 HDMI inputs, more than 95.7% of soundbars and equal to 3.2% of soundbars.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 68.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 6
This soundbar uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 6, which is newer than that of 97.3% of soundbars and the same as that of 2.7% of soundbars.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 3.7% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
5
This soundbar uses Bluetooth 5, which is newer than that of 38.9% of soundbars and the same as that of 47.6% of soundbars.
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Smartphone app
yes
This soundbar has smartphone app. 65.4% of soundbars offer this feature.
Remote control
yes
This soundbar has remote control. 26.6% of soundbars offer this feature.
Control panel
yes
This soundbar has control panel. 9.6% of soundbars offer this feature.
Voice assistant compatibility
yes
This soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility. 69.2% of soundbars include this feature.
Far-field microphones
yes
This soundbar has far-field microphones. 88.3% of soundbars offer this feature.
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HDMI version
2.1
This soundbar uses HDMI 2.1, which is newer than that of 91.5% of soundbars and the same as that of 8.5% of soundbars.
HDMI 2.1 eARC output; HDMI 2.0a inputs.
HDMI ARC type
eARC
This soundbar has eARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 78.7% of soundbars and the same as what 21.3% offers.
HDMI-CEC support
yes
This soundbar supports HDMI-CEC. 37.4% support HDMI-CEC.
HDMI pass-through resolution
4K
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to 4K, which is higher than that of 80.1% of soundbars and the same as that of 17.2% of soundbars.
4K/60 pass-through only.
HDMI pass-through frame rate
60 fps
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to 60 fps, higher than 82.4% of soundbars and equal to 14.4% of soundbars.
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AirPlay
yes
This soundbar supports AirPlay. 80.3% of soundbars include this feature.
Chromecast built-in
yes
This soundbar supports Chromecast built-in. 88.2% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This soundbar supports Spotify Connect. 77.1% of soundbars include this feature.
TIDAL Connect
yes
This soundbar supports TIDAL Connect. 91% of soundbars include this feature.
Supports Dolby Atmos Music via TIDAL Connect.
Amazon Music native support
yes
This soundbar supports native Amazon Music. 79.3% support native Amazon Music.
Available via built-in Alexa.
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Width
1,051 mm
Market range: <350 mm – >1.1k mm
This soundbar is 1,051 mm wide, wider than 89.9% of soundbars.
Height
77 mm
Market range: <50 mm – >100 mm
This soundbar is 77 mm high, taller than 77.5% of soundbars and equal to 0.5% of soundbars.
Thickness
121 mm
Market range: <60 mm – >135 mm
This soundbar is 121 mm thick, thicker than 85% of soundbars and equal to 0.5% of soundbars.
Weight
6,300 g
Market range: <500 g – >5.5k g
This soundbar weighs 6,300 g, more than 94.7% of soundbars.
Build material
plastic
This soundbar uses plastic for the build material, which is different from that of 4.8% of soundbars and the same as that of 89.4% of soundbars.
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Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus vs the average soundbar

246810TotalAudioFormatsConnectivityHDMI & GamingSmart featuresControlsDesign
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (7.1.4 vs 2). The average soundbar has 2.0 audio channels.
    7.1.4 vs 2.0
  • 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 Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
  • 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 DTS-HD Master Audio
    This soundbar supports DTS-HD Master Audio, 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.
  • 8.2% better value for money
    Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus has better value for money than the average soundbar (7.3 vs 6.7).
    7.3 vs 6.75
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (7.1.4 vs 2). The average soundbar has 2.0 audio channels.
    7.1.4 vs 2.0
  • 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
  • Supports upfiring speakers
    This soundbar supports upfiring speakers, the average soundbar does not.
  • 5.71x more audio output power
    This soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (400 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    400 W vs 70 W
  • Larger speaker drivers
    This soundbar uses larger speakers than the average soundbar (7x2" & 2x4" inch vs 2x2.25" & 2x2.5" inch). The average soundbar uses speakers of 2x2.25" & 2x2.5" inch.
    7x2" & 2x4" inch vs 2x2.25" & 2x2.5" inch
  • 4 more sound modes
    This soundbar offers more sound modes than the average soundbar (8 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
    8 vs 4
  • Bass boost
    This soundbar supports bass boost, the average soundbar does not.
  • 2 more equalizer bands
    This soundbar offers more equalizer bands than the average soundbar (4 vs 2). The average soundbar offers 2 equalizer bands.
    4 vs 2
  • 14 Hz lower min frequency
    This soundbar has a lower minimum frequency than the average soundbar (38 Hz vs 52 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 52 Hz.
    38 Hz vs 52 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports DTS:X
    This soundbar supports DTS:X, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports DTS-HD Master Audio
    This soundbar supports DTS-HD Master Audio, 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.
  • Broader music format support
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (AAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV, WMA vs MP3).
    AAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV, WMA vs MP3
  • 7 more supported audio formats
    This soundbar supports more audio formats than the average soundbar (9 vs 2). The average soundbar supports 2 audio formats.
    9 vs 2
  • Supports LDAC
    This soundbar supports LDAC, the average soundbar does not.
    LDAC support confirmed in the official spec.
  • 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, ldac
    2 vs 1
  • AAC support
    This soundbar supports AAC, the average soundbar does not.
  • 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.
  • RCA analog input
    This soundbar has RCA analog input, 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 pass-through resolution
    This soundbar supports 4K for HDMI pass-through resolution, while the average soundbar supports none.
    4K/60 pass-through only.
    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
  • Newer HDCP version
    This soundbar uses 2.2 for HDCP version, while the average soundbar uses none.
    2.2 vs none
  • 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.
    AirPlay 2 multi-room support. Chromecast built-in multi-room support.
  • Supports TIDAL Connect
    This soundbar supports tIDAL Connect, the average soundbar does not.
    Supports Dolby Atmos Music via TIDAL Connect.
  • Native Amazon Music support
    This soundbar supports native Amazon Music, the average soundbar does not.
    Available via built-in Alexa.
  • Automatic room calibration
    This soundbar supports automatic room calibration, 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.
  • Manual audio delay adjustment
    This soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
    Adjustment available in the brand app.
  • Night mode
    This soundbar supports night mode, the average soundbar does not.
  • 4 more microphones
    This soundbar has more microphones than the average soundbar (4 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 microphones.
    4 vs 0
  • Easier firmware updates
    This soundbar uses over-the-air, app-based, USB for firmware update method, while the average soundbar uses app-based, USB.
    over-the-air, app-based, USB vs app-based, USB
  • Far-field microphones
    This soundbar has far-field microphones, the average soundbar does not.
  • Front status display
    This soundbar uses OLED for display type, while the average soundbar uses LED.
    OLED panel.
    OLED vs LED
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    No (USB-A port is for service updates or powering external devices only)
  • 289 mm wider width
    This soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (1,051 mm vs 762 mm). The average soundbar is 762 mm wide.
    1,051 mm vs 762 mm
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
    No (USB port for service and power only)
  • 4,300 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (6,300 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    6,300 g vs 2,000 g
  • Narrower lip-sync adjustment range
    This soundbar has a lower lip-sync adjustment range than the average soundbar (1-100 ms vs 0-300 ms). The average soundbar offers a lip-sync adjustment range of 0-300 ms.
    1-100 ms vs 0-300 ms
  • 35 mm thicker design
    This soundbar is thicker than the average soundbar (121 mm vs 86 mm). The average soundbar is 86 mm thick.
    121 mm vs 86 mm
  • 10 mm higher height
    This soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (77 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    77 mm vs 67 mm
  • 11.16x more expensive
    Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is more expensive than the average soundbar (£1,060 vs £95).
    £1,060 vs £95
  • 11.16x more expensive
    Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is more expensive than the average soundbar (£1,060 vs £95).
    £1,060 vs £95
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    No (USB-A port is for service updates or powering external devices only)
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
    No (USB port for service and power only)
  • Narrower lip-sync adjustment range
    This soundbar has a lower lip-sync adjustment range than the average soundbar (1-100 ms vs 0-300 ms). The average soundbar offers a lip-sync adjustment range of 0-300 ms.
    1-100 ms vs 0-300 ms
  • 289 mm wider width
    This soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (1,051 mm vs 762 mm). The average soundbar is 762 mm wide.
    1,051 mm vs 762 mm
  • 4,300 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (6,300 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    6,300 g vs 2,000 g
  • 35 mm thicker design
    This soundbar is thicker than the average soundbar (121 mm vs 86 mm). The average soundbar is 86 mm thick.
    121 mm vs 86 mm
  • 10 mm higher height
    This soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (77 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    77 mm vs 67 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Taps Das
≈ estimated
13/06/2024
Hands-on review · sound tests and comparison with 5.1 system
Verdict
Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus sounds convincing, but rear surround and the subwoofer fall short.
9.0
SECRETS of Home Theater and High Fidelity
≈ estimated
12/06/2024
Hands-on review · movies, music and sub comparison
Verdict
Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is a convincing all-in-one with spatial sound, though rear speakers and sub punch are missing.
9.0
Sameer Mitha
≈ estimated
27/10/2023
Hands-on review · sound, gaming and app tests
Verdict
Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus offers excellent sound and a good app, though it is worth auditioning against rivals first.
9.5
Mad Audio
≈ estimated
11/03/2023
Hands-on review · movie, music, game and calibration tests
Verdict
Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus raises the bar for soundbars and is worth it if you can afford the premium price.
6.0
NeverEnoughTech
≈ estimated
16/02/2023
Hands-on review · setup, sound and feature tests
Verdict
Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus sounds clean and responsive with strong bass, but surround immersion falls short.
9.0
David Susilo Unscripted
≈ estimated
14/12/2022
Review · movie, music and subwoofer tests
Verdict
Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is the second-best single-box soundbar, with excellent sound and only minor HDMI 2.0 limits.
4.0
TotallydubbedHD
≈ estimated
20/11/2022
Full review · sound, subwoofer and rival comparison
Verdict
Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus sounds impressive with a strong subwoofer, but it is not worth the price against rivals.
7.0
MaanRover Format
≈ estimated
01/08/2024
First impression · unboxing and setup
Verdict
Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is best for movie lovers with a big screen, but not worth it just for music.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.6
rtings.com
✓ explicit
30/11/2022
Lab test · Standalone bar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus suits films, TV and music with a solid build and wide format support, but it lacks deep bass without a subwoofer.
10
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
07/12/2022
Test room review · Compact bar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is a compact bar with wide, musical sound and an easy app, but gamers and anyone wanting clear vocals will notice its limits.
8.0
tomsguide.com
✓ explicit
18/04/2023
Hands-on test · Living-room bar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus delivers dynamic, room-filling sound and natural dialogue in a compact body, but real bass needs the optional Ambeo Sub.
10
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
17/08/2023
Hands-on review · All-in-one Atmos bar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is a strong all-in-one choice for movies and music with good height and dynamics, but gamers wanting 4K/120Hz should look elsewhere.
9.0
business-standard.com
≈ estimated
22/08/2023
Hands-on review · Feature-packed bar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is a feature-packed, spacious bar for movies and music, but gaming fans should look elsewhere.
10
pocket-lint.com
✓ explicit
14/10/2023
Hands-on review · All-in-one bar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus gives cinematic sound with real height from a compact body, but gamers will miss 4K/120Hz on two of its three HDMI ports.
9.0
sound-advice.online
≈ estimated
31/01/2023
Video review · Compact Atmos bar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is a compact, well-built bar with deep Atmos bass and clear dialogue, though its Ambeo mode can blur the sound.
10
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
02/02/2023
Hands-on review · Compact Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is a compact all-in-one Atmos soundbar whose deep bass needs no subwoofer, though Ambeo mode can sound over-processed.
10
t3.com
✓ explicit
05/02/2023
Full review · Compact Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus packs cinematic scale and convincing height into a modest-sized bar, best for films and music, less so for 4K gaming.
10
techradar.com
✓ explicit
03/04/2023
Two-minute review · Dolby Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus gives dynamic Dolby Atmos from a single box with an excellent app, though it can't pass 4K 120Hz from consoles.
10
homecinemachoice.com
✓ explicit
14/09/2023
Hands-on test · Soundbar with sub
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus, with the Ambeo Sub, delivers punchy, enveloping sound for films and music, but gamers should look elsewhere.
9.0
hifireport.com
≈ estimated
10/10/2025
Hands-on review · Wide-sounding Atmos soundbar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is a wide-sounding Atmos soundbar with room calibration, best paired with its sub, though its build is simpler than the Ambeo Max.
8.0
hifipicks.com
✓ explicit
10/12/2024
Full review · 3D surround soundbar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus delivers immersive 3D sound from built-in subwoofers, but at 105 cm long and 6.3 kg it suits larger living rooms.
8.6
hifi.de
✓ explicit
07/11/2022
Hands-on test · Soundbar with Atmos
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus gives wide, natural sound for films and music, though bass is light without a sub.
9.4
chip.de
✓ explicit
25/12/2024
Testing centre · Standalone soundbar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is a strong standalone bar with punchy bass and clear tones, suited to films and music, though it can't be expanded into a surround system.
9.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
23/12/2025
Test report · Compact 3D bar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is a compact soundbar with wide 3D sound and many ports, but it can't be expanded to rear surround and has no 4K/120Hz.
9.0
galaxus.de
≈ estimated
01/11/2023
Product test · Living room TV sound
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Plus is a slim soundbar with convincing 3D surround for a living room, though its HDMI setup limits gaming.
8.4
audiovision.de
✓ explicit
20/01/2024
Test · Virtual 7.1.4 surround
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Plus builds a wide surround stage from one bar, but its bass depth needs the optional Ambeo Sub and its tuning options are limited.
9.0
connect-living.de
✓ explicit
17/02/2023
Test · Expandable soundbar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is a stylish single bar with some of the best 3D sound around, but it needs the optional sub for cinema-grade bass.
9.5
fwd.nl
✓ explicit
27/11/2022
Hands-on test · Virtual 3D soundbar
Verdict
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus wraps films and games in sound, with effects moving around the room, though its height can block the TV's remote sensor.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus

  • Excellent Atmos performance with impressive height effects from upward-firing drivers
  • Exceptional musicality for a soundbar, maintaining natural tonality and high detail
  • Sophisticated and rapid room calibration that significantly improves spatial sound
  • Wide range of connectivity options, including two HDMI passthrough ports and multiple wireless streaming services
  • Compact and elegant design compared to the larger Ambeo Max, fitting better with most TV setups
  • Highly functional and stable 'Smart Control' app for deep EQ and setting adjustments
  • Great dialogue clarity even in complex movie scenes

What customers don't like about Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus

  • Lacks deep low-end 'thump' or rumble without an external subwoofer
  • Virtual surround effects can feel 'incomplete' or missing rear-channel precision compared to systems with physical satellite speakers
  • No option for dedicated rear satellite speakers to create a true physical 360-degree bubble
  • HDMI ports do not support 4K/120Hz passthrough, which is a drawback for high-end gaming
  • High price point compared to competitors that include a subwoofer and rear speakers in the box
  • Some users reported occasional software bugs or connectivity 'quirks' with the app or HDMI CEC
  • The 'Ambeo' virtualization mode can sometimes introduce audible processing artifacts that reduce focus on non-Atmos content

Verdict

The Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus is a premium 7.1.4-channel all-in-one system featuring 9 high-end drivers, including seven 2-inch aluminum full-range drivers and two 4-inch cellulose cone woofers, powered by a 400W RMS Class D amplifier. Its primary characteristic is the state-of-the-art AMBEO virtualization technology, which creates a highly immersive 3D soundstage with a frequency response of 38Hz to 20kHz and support for Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and 360 Reality Audio. Main pros include a fast, three-minute automated self-calibration system using four built-in microphones, comprehensive connectivity (including eARC and two HDMI 2.0 inputs), and excellent vocal clarity through a discrete center channel. However, common cons include a lack of deep sub-bass 'rumble' for high-intensity action compared to systems with a dedicated subwoofer, no physical rear satellite speakers for true surround, and the lack of 4K/120Hz passthrough for modern gaming consoles.

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