You can enjoy Netflix on your TV but will your TV give you the advantage of Dolby Digital Audio that you get from Netflix? No! And what about the Cinematic experience? Forget about it.
Then, in this case, what choices do you have? The answer is a Premium Soundbar, which will give you Dolby Digital Surround support along with the Cinematic experience that you need. This is exactly what I will tell you in this article.
I will tell you about the 9 best premium Soundbars under 30000 INR. In this article, I will cover under ₹30,000 Soundbars, and you might disagree with my ranking. Still, I have tested all these models by playing the same audio and video file from my own Pendrive, and that’s why if you read the complete article and listen to my reasons, you will agree with my ranking.
Note: Before starting this article, I want to tell you 5 important things about Premium Soundbars which are essential for you to know.
- It would help if you bought a premium Soundbar only when you don’t have the correct space to set up a Home Theater System. If you want to enhance your TV volume a little bit, you don’t need a premium Soundbar. What you need is an inexpensive Budget Soundbar.
- Don’t judge a premium soundbar by comparing its total audio output. Even less Wattage of a soundbar can give you good output.
- There is a type of built-in AV Receiver/PCB designed in every premium soundbar so that no external speaker or Subwoofer can be attached to it. Do not try to attach any extra speaker or Subwoofer with your Soundbar, and save your money.
- Before buying a premium soundbar, match its connectivity ports with TV connectivity ports, only then make your purchase. You get the best audio from HDMI ARC and Optical input. Don’t be dependent solely on Bluetooth connectivity.
- Dolby Digital, Dolby Audio, and DTS X are very good audio technologies you will find in these premium soundbars. But please do not expect the experience of Home Theater systems from them.
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Best Soundbar under 30000
S.No | Soundbars Name | Price Details |
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9. | LG SJ3 Soundbar | Check Price |
8. | Sony HT S350 Soundbar | Check Price |
7. | JBL Bar 2.1 Soundbar | Check Price |
6. | Denon DHT S316 Soundbar | Check Price |
5. | Samsung Q60T Soundbar | Check Price |
4. | Yamaha YAS209 Soundbar | Check Price |
3. | Sony HT-RT3 600W 5.1 Ch | Check Price |
2. | Samsung HW-Q600A/XL | Check Price |
1. | Sony HT-S40R Real 5.1ch Dolby | Check Price |
Now let’s start our list of the top 9 best soundbars under ₹30,000 in India:
9. LG SJ3 300W Soundbar
![LG SJ3 300 Watt 2.1 Channel Wireless Bluetooth Soundbar](https://bigtech360.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/LG-SJ3-300-Watt-2.1-Channel-Wireless-Bluetooth-Soundbar.jpg)
In the LG SJ3 soundbar, you get 4 Speakers, 2 Tweeters, and 1 Wireless Subwoofer. Its speakers and tweeters’ total output is 100W. Whereas the subwoofer’s output is 200W, which makes the total output of this soundbar 300W. You will get 2.2-inch speaker drivers and a 6-inch wireless Subwoofer Unit in this soundbar. It comes with Dolby Digital and DTS Surround Sound support.
Connectivity Options:
- 1 x Optical Input
- 1 x USB Port
- 1 x Aux Input
- Bluetooth v4.0
Not Everyone Knows that with good TV systems LG also makes good audio systems. But whoever listens to this soundbar will become an LG fan. Almost 38 inches long, this soundbar comes with a surprising output. With perfectly tuned mids, lows, and highs, a balanced sound output, and Dolby Digital with DTS surround sound on top of it gives you a good overall experience.
This soundbar is not covered from the front; this is a shortcoming. Speakers may get damaged easily. The lack of an HDMI ARC port isn’t much of a problem because this soundbar gets easily Connected to any LG TV through Bluetooth. You can control its audio with your LG TV remote, and for the best audio connect it with a good-quality optical cable. I compared the LG SJ3 with the BOSE Solo 5, and surprisingly LG soundbar is a far better option.
8. Sony HT S350 Soundbar
![Sony HT-S350 2.1Ch Dolby Digital Soundbar](https://bigtech360.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Sony-HT-S350-2.1Ch-Dolby-Digital-Soundbar.jpg)
In the Sony HT S350 soundbar, you get 4 speakers, 2 tweeters, and a wireless subwoofer in this soundbar, and its total output is 320W. You will get 2.5-inch speaker drivers and a 6-inch wireless subwoofer unit. It comes with Dolby Digital support.
Connectivity Options:
- 1 x HDMI ARC Port
- 1 x Optical Input
- Bluetooth v5.0
Sony is equal to quality – this line makes all the more sense after listening to this soundbar. I think Sony has tuned this soundbar for Indians differently because, in this, you get deep bass with an awesome thump, without compromising the quality.
Volume output is also more than enough. Even during my testing, I couldn’t listen to the full volume for more than a minute. This means that you can use this Soundbar in the form of a small party speaker too. Sony gives you S Force Pro technology in this soundbar through which it claims surround sound. Honestly, I did not feel its effects much.
Dolby Digital works satisfactorily and provides you use a good cable that could decode Dolby Digital. Through HDMI ARC, volume controls come to TV controls, but still, I recommend buying a good HDMI cable. I compared this soundbar with the Sony CT290 but concluded that the S350 is a better choice out of the two.
7. JBL Bar 2.1 Ch Wireless Soundbar
![JBL Bar 2.1 Soundbar](https://bigtech360.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/JBL-Bar-2.1-Soundbar.jpg)
JBL Bar 2.1 soundbar comes with 4 speakers, 2 tweeters, and 1 wireless subwoofer unit whose total output is 300W. You will get a 2.25-inch speaker 1.25-inch tweeter drivers, and a 6.5-inch wireless subwoofer unit. It comes with JBL surround sound technology and with Dolby Digital support.
Connectivity Options:
- 1 x HDMI ARC Port
- 1 x Optical Input
- 1 x Aux Input Port
- 1 x USB Port
- Bluetooth v4.2
I was impressed by JBL’s sound clarity and sound tuning. You get perfect highs, mids, and lows. No matter how much I praise this 300W soundbar, it will be less. You will get deep bass along with a balanced sound. But I was not much impressed by JBL’s surround sound technology. But you will experience the effect of Dolby Digital through this Soundbar.
The subwoofer gets connected easily without any problem. I played this soundbar in full volume, too, and it was neither extra loud like Sony nor did the audio get distorted. A good level of thumping cannot be expected because it is a balanced soundbar.
I’ll recommend you connect it through an Optical port to decode good digital sound despite the HDMI port. I was not too fond of the cable. But all in all, this is a good soundbar in the 20000 INR package, and its use for 55-inch TV or more is advisable. I compared it with the Samsung N450 but JBL Bar 2.1 is a far better option.
6. Denon DHT S316 Soundbar
![Denon DHT S316 Soundbar](https://bigtech360.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Denon-DHT-S316-Soundbar.jpg)
Denon DHT S316 Soundbar has 4 speakers, 2 tweeters, and a wireless subwoofer whose total output is 100W. Denon never mentions its drivers’ size, but this soundbar supports Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround sound.
Connectivity Options:
- 1 x HDMI ARC Port
- 1 x AUX Port
- 1 x Optical IN
- 1 x USB Port
- Bluetooth v4.2
This is an amazing soundbar by a professional audio company. Don’t overlook its 100W output. Its performance is more than that. And if I have placed it above Sony and JBL in my list, it is because of its clarity. You will get an altogether different experience, which I have got from Yamaha.
If someone is looking to experience the actual surround sound, this Japanese brand gives Dolby Digital and DTS brilliant decoding that you will forget JBL and Sony. You also get a dialogue enhancer technology, which lowers the music at night by overpowering the Mids so that you can listen to the vocals properly.
You will get good output from both HDMI and Optical ports. But for good decoding, it is a must to use a good cable with it. This is a brilliant premium soundbar that you can use with 55-inch or even bigger TVs. I compared this soundbar with Polk Audio Magnify Mini. Polk is a very good soundbar, but Denon is a better one.
5. Samsung Q60T/XL 5.1CH Soundbar
![Samsung Q60T/XL 5.1CH Soundbar](https://bigtech360.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Samsung-Q60TXL-5.1CH-Soundbar-.jpg)
The Samsung Q60T/XL 5.1ch soundbar comes with 9 speakers, 3 centre firing and 2 up-firing speakers, 4 side speakers, and a wireless subwoofer unit. The total output of this soundbar is 360W. It supports such as DTS X, Dolby 5.1, 3D surround sound, Acoustic beam technology, Q-symphony, and game mode pro technologies. In this soundbar, you will get 4k compatibility with 4k passthrough and HDR 10+.
Connectivity Options:
- 1 x HDMI IN Port
- 1 x HDMI OUT Port
- 1 x Optical IN
- Bluetooth
Samsung has given Q-symphony technology in this soundbar. Q-symphony is a new feature, that will play sound from your TV and your soundbar’s speakers at the same time. Which enhances your sound experience.
Thank Samsung Acoustic has been technology to analyze and mix sound that appears to come exactly where the action is happening on screen. It will give a next-level sound experience while you play games and watch movies.
The sound quality of this soundbar is crystal clear, it produces a balanced sound. Mids, highs, and lows are perfectly balanced in this soundbar. Samsung has given it multiple sound technologies because of these you get an immersive sound experience. It comes with thumping and punchy bass. This is a delight for bass and balanced sound lovers.
4. Yamaha Audio YAS209 Soundbar
![Yamaha YAS 209 is Best soundbars under 30000](https://bigtech360.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Yamaha-Audio-YAS209-Soundbar.jpg)
Yamaha Audio YAS209: In this soundbar, you get 4 speakers, 2 tweeters, and 1 wireless subwoofer. The Soundbar’s output is 100W, the output of the subwoofer is 100W, and the total output is 200W. You get almost 2-inch speaker drivers, 1-inch tweeter drivers, and a 6.5-inch subwoofer unit. This soundbar comes with Dolby Digital, and DTS Digital surround sound support. In this soundbar, you will get 4k compatibility with HDR10 and HLG playback.
Connectivity Options:
- 1 x HDMI ARC Port
- 1 x Optical IN
- 1 x HDMI OUT Port
- 1 x LAN Port
- Single-Band WiFI
- Bluetooth v4.2
This is an amazing soundbar from a professional audio company. I was amazed by Yamaha’s sound clarity. Each note is delivered with such clarity that I experience something new every time I listen to it. Neither under-powered nor over-powered, it has a perfect bass and perfect treble. And this is not even half of what I think about it, because it is an amazing Soundbar.
Apart from experiencing Dolby Digital and Dolby surround sound, you also get 4K playback, which means that the audio played along 4K video will also be with 4K clarity. You also get WiFi connectivity along with Amazon Alexa support. Through voice control, you can control this soundbar and enjoy all the Smart Assistant features of this Soundbar.
I couldn’t find any issues with sound clarity from HDMI and Optical ports. The wires in the box are good, and you must use them only. My list’s number-1 soundbar Yamaha soundbar can be used for 65 inches or more TV sizes. I compared this Yamaha soundbar with the Polk Audio Command Bar, but Yamaha is simply the best.
3. Sony HT-RT3 600W 5.1Ch Dolby Soundbar
![Sony HT-RT3 600 Watt Real 5.1 Channel Wireless Bluetooth Soundbar with Dolby](https://bigtech360.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Sony-HT-RT3-600-Watt-Real-5.1-Ch-Dolby-Soundbar.jpg)
The Sony HT-RT3 Soundbar comes with a very sleek and sophisticated design which is one of the trademarks of the Sony brand. It has the wall-mounting option and comes in black. The total power output is 600W, thus, giving you mind-blowing performance.
This soundbar is designed with NFC and Bluetooth technology, hence, eliminating the hassle associated with wired connections. You can stream all your favourite tunes wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet with the help of NFC or Bluetooth connectivity. The connectivity is very stable and you will never need to worry about signal dropouts.
Connectivity Options:
- HDMI Arc Port
- USB Port
- Optical Input
- Aux IN
- Bluetooth
- NFC
This soundbar comes with two rear speakers and an external subwoofer which gives you a balanced sound with great loudness and bass, so that, you can truly enjoy a cinematic experience. With the help of Dolby Digital, you can experience top-quality surround sound from 5.1 separate audio channels. Sony is a very famous brand when it comes to manufacturing top-quality audio devices.
So, if you’re planning to purchase a soundbar with a slim and sophisticated design and if you’re interested in experiencing amazing sound quality while listening to music or watching movies, you can choose the Sony HT-RT3 soundbar for complete satisfaction.
2. Samsung HW-Q600A/XL Soundbar
![Samsung HW-Q600A/XL Soundbar](https://bigtech360.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Samsung-HW-Q600AXL-Soundbar.jpg)
The Samsung HW-Q600A/XL is a complete soundbar package under 30k INR that delivers it all in surround sound. It includes three channels, one subwoofer channel, and two up-firing channels for a total of six speakers. The 3D Blu-ray player has built-in Wi-Fi to stream content from apps like Netflix, Hulu, and Pandora. With this system, you can enjoy TV shows, movies, and music with the best sound quality.
Connectivity Options :
- 1 x HDMI Port
- 1 x USB Port
- Bluetooth
Samsung HW-Q600A/XL comes with a tap and plays option which allows you to stream your favourite music or audio right out of the box. Overall this soundbar has a sleek design, perfect sound, and easy control options making it perfect for any home entertainment system.
1. Sony HT-S40R 5.1ch Dolby Audio Soundbar
![Sony HT-S40R Real 5.1ch Dolby Audio Soundbar for TV with Subwoofer & Wireless Rear Speakers, 5.1ch Home Theatre System](https://bigtech360.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Sony-HT-S40R-Real-5.1ch-Dolby-Audio-Soundbar.jpg)
The Sony HT-S40R has 3 built-in speakers, 2 external surround speakers, an amplifier, and a wireless subwoofer unit, which makes its total output 600W.
This is a 5.1-channel soundbar, with Dolby Audio, and S-Master. It can be mounted on the wall for quick installation. You also get a fully functional remote control and you can also control its bass and treble via this remote control. The Sony HT-S40R soundbar delivers crystal-clear dialogue and cinematic surround sound effects. This soundbar has Bluetooth and NFC..
Connectivity Options:
- Bluetooth
- NFC
- Optical Input
- HDMI Port
- USB Port
It supports Dolby Audio, and Dolby Digital technology that gives you a cinematic surround sound experience from five speakers plus a wireless subwoofer. This soundbar gives you the best surround sound. In this Sony Soundbar, you’ll get deep thumping bass with surround sound. It’s the perfect sound system for your living or bedroom.
Conclusion: Soundbars under 30000
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FAQs:
Which soundbar is best under 30000?
Here are the some best soundbars under the 30k Price bracket:-
4. Yamaha Audio YAS209
3. Sony HT-RT3 600W 5.1Ch Dolby Soundbar
2. Samsung HW-Q600A/XL
1. Sony HT-S40R 5.1ch Dolby Audio
Is a 2.1 or 3.1Ch soundbar better?
It depends on your specific needs and preferences. A 2.1 soundbar has two audio channels (left and right) and a separate subwoofer for bass, while a 3.1 soundbar has three audio channels (left, centre, and right) and a separate subwoofer for bass.
What do you mean by “4K” supported sound ? in yamaha review. There is nothing called “4k” Sound. Educate yourself on different quality levels of sound, Music compression , lossless audio, bitrate, and ratings such as dolby etc. All fluff and no stuff
You have to read that statement carefully, I’m not talking about 4k sound, there I’m talking about 4K video content (Dolby Vision and HDR10) all these are video technologies, if you watch 4k Video content with this soundbar, then you will get a more crisp and clear sound.