soundbar
noun
sound·bar
ˈsau̇n(d)-ˌbär 
variants
or sound bar
plural soundbars or sound bars
: a rectangular audio device that transmits sound (as from a television or computer) via multiple loudspeakers contained in a single enclosure
A soundbar is designed to take the audio from a television and turn it into virtual 3D surround sound without having to do complicated wiring or stringing speaker boxes throughout the room.—
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Called the Heston 120, Marshall’s debut soundbar is built on a combination of the brand’s ultra-distinctive classic product design and huge experience in delivering acoustic excellence at serious volumes.
—John Archer, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
But Marshall, manufacturer of iconic guitar amps and a growing portfolio of wireless speakers and headphones, is marching on regardless, with the launch of its first soundbar.
—Verity Burns, Wired News, 20 May 2025
From all-in-one soundbars to portable Bluetooth speakers that can tag along to the park or the patio, the discounts are big, and the sound is even better.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
The company's most recent releases came in the form of the Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar and the Sub 4 subwoofer in October.
—Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 13 Mar. 2025
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John Archer, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
But Marshall, manufacturer of iconic guitar amps and a growing portfolio of wireless speakers and headphones, is marching on regardless, with the launch of its first soundbar.
—Verity Burns, Wired News, 20 May 2025
From all-in-one soundbars to portable Bluetooth speakers that can tag along to the park or the patio, the discounts are big, and the sound is even better.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
The company's most recent releases came in the form of the Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar and the Sub 4 subwoofer in October.
—Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 13 Mar. 2025
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“Soundbar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soundbar. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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