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Sonos
Sonos Beam (Gen 2)
Best overall (compact)The best compact all-rounder: crisp dialogue, virtual Atmos, and the full Sonos ecosystem in a small bar.
Dialogue clarity and real low-end for movies and shows, in one tidy bar.
The best compact all-rounder: crisp dialogue, virtual Atmos, and the full Sonos ecosystem in a small bar.
Real Atmos with a wireless subwoofer included - big, cinematic sound that fills a living room.
A standalone bar with surprisingly convincing virtual surround and strong built-in bass - no sub required to start.
The value Atmos pick: a wireless sub and real height channels for a price the big brands can't touch.
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