Best value for money TV audio set-up / soundbar?

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bobbyb

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Hi everyone,

I am looking to buy a first tv for my flat, to watch some movies and tv series, not for gaming. The room in question is small: 3.5m x 3.5m and we will be sitting 3m from a wall-mounted screen. I am planning to buy a television on Black Friday and hoping to spend around R8k on a 55# UHD.

Given the TV and usage specs, I am hoping to be guided by members on budget and options for an audio set-up.
Also, is a separate audio system necessary?

Thanks!
 
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bobbyb said:
Also, is a separate audio system necessary?
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That's like asking if a big TV is necessary. It depends on how much orsm you want.

I would say it's necessary ofc. Just adds that much more depth to your viewing experience...
 
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Very necessary imo. Even if you don't want to break the bank and want a fuss fee experience. Get a decent sound bar and you'll be more than happy. TV speakers will never compare. Can't really recommend anything just saying you should get one :)
 
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Thanks poffle and Mike,

What sort of budget should I look at and what are good options within that budget?
 
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bobbyb said:
Hi everyone,

I am looking to buy a first tv for my flat, to watch some movies and tv series, not for gaming. The room in question is small: 3.5m x 3.5m and we will be sitting 3m from a wall-mounted screen. I am planning to buy a television on Black Friday and hoping to spend around R8k on a 55# UHD.

Given the TV and usage specs, I am hoping to be guided by members on budget and options for an audio set-up.
Also, is a separate audio system necessary?

Thanks!
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An 8k UHD screen is available right now though. Hisense at HiFi. No HDR though
 
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Thanks for the comments.

As far as 55# Tvs go, Hisense appears to be in the the R9k price range (N3000) and Samsung/LG appears to be in the R11k price range. So Hisense appears to be better value for money but I have read about local firmware software updating issues with Hisense. Not sure if that impression is correct?

As far as budget soundbars go, I have found the following:
https://www.takealot.com/samsung-soundbar-black/PLID38339067

http://www.loot.co.za/product/samsung-hw-k450-wireless-soundbar-subwoofer-2-1-chan/cntc-4211-g400

https://www.takealot.com/razer-leviathan-5-1-channel-surround-sound-bar-eu/PLID36964085

Does anyone have experience / thoughts on these or others in the entry-level price range?
 
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