Vizio Elevate SE 5.1.2 Soundbar Review: Cheap Thrills

At a time when many of the best soundbar makers are seeking innovative ways to add more features, Vizio is doing less. The brand’s latest Elevate soundbar, the SE 5.1.2, is remarkably sparse on inputs, dodges Wi-Fi streaming and smart features, and supplants a physical remote with a unified app. The good news is, this feature yard sale is aimed straight at your wallet. Photograph: Ryan Waniata In the age of hyperinflation, the Elevate SE provides convincing, even thrilling Dolby Atmos and DTS:X 3D-audio performance for $500 or less. The slim and stylish package includes components you won’t get from rivals at this price, like a dedicated subwoofer and dual surrounds. You’ll even get the signature spinning side speakers that set apart previous Elevate models, which face forward for stereo and traditional surround soundtracks and roll up toward the ceiling for an immersive dome of sound with 3D audio. There's no shortage of ways to spend half a grand on sound, from higher-fidelity net ... Read full article.