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Yamaha True X

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Dolby Atmos-compatible ‘soundbar plus subwoofer’ packages are not uncommon and present a great way to improve the sound of your favourite shows, movies and games. But despite increasingly clever virtual surround processing, they can’t produce sounds to the side and behind the seating position in the way a full surround system can. Now, though, bundles that also include a pair of surrounds with the bar and sub are becoming increasingly popular. The Yamaha True X soundbar can be bought on its own as the True X 40A (£540) or as a True X 50A bundle with a subwoofer (£799). It is also available as a surround package that includes a pair of WS-X1A wireless speakers for £1099, which is how we are testing the system.

For reference, some top standalone soundbars such as the Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus cost £1299, while the Sony HT-A7000 is priced at £1199. It’s

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