LG S95TR Soundbar ZDNET's key takeaways The LG S95TR soundbar with wireless subwoofer is currently on sale for $897, a 44% discount
The LGS95TR may be expensive, but the high-quality audio is easily worth the price
The soundbar has many features, but some of the best ones require a newer LG TV model. View now at Best Buy View now at Amazon more buying choices
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It's been a year since LG released the S95TR soundbar, following much hype, as a high-end complement to its newest OLED TVs. The soundbar and wireless subwoofer setup come with a host of impressive features, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X surround sound, as well as numerous extra features accessible through its app. Although it's no longer the latest model, it remains a welcome addition to any home entertainment space.
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The S95TR includes four components: a main soundbar, a subwoofer, and two small rear speakers. The subwoofer and rear speakers are wireless, so you don't need additional cords besides the power connections and the main HDMI cord.
The main concern that prevented me from committing to a surround sound setup in the first place was dealing with wires running across my room, so I appreciate that this system is partially wireless.
Unfortunately, you must download the LG Soundbar app to use all the features. It's a minor inconvenience that this is separate from the LG ThinQ app, which controls LG TVs, especially since you'll likely use it regularly, but that's a minor quibble.
The setup is simple. After plugging in the speakers in the instructed order, installing the app, and adding the soundbar to the app, the speakers undergo a tuning process specific to your room setup. I played a movie before using AI Room Calibration, and I can attest that it made a noticeable difference in the sound quality.
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