How to Set Up the Best Equalizer Settings for Samsung Soundbar

The Samsung soundbar has several customization options that allow you to adjust the sound settings to achieve the best audio output. To get the most out of your Samsung Soundbar, go through this guide and learn how to adjust the sound settings in detail.

How to Find the Best Equalizer Settings for Samsung Soundbar

When you optimize the equalizer settings on your Samsung Soundbar, the right kind of adjustment will enhance the audio quality drastically. It balances different sounds in the audio file and gives a perfect output by finding a balance between the different sound elements. These elements include settings such as mid-range, treble, and bass.

• To change any audio’s bass and treble level, press the Settings button on the soundbar remote.
• Choose the specific audio setting you wish to adjust and use the Arrow buttons on the remote to increase and decrease the level.

Samsung soundbars have several sound modes by default, apart from the frequencies involved. On a Standard preset, you can adjust the equalizer to align with the settings below for the best results.

SETTINGS	VALUE
Bass	-6
Treble	6
Slope	-0.19
Standard Err	2.34dB
Low-Frequency Extension	42.4 Hz
High-Frequency Extension	18.5 kHz

On the other hand, one of the most recommended settings is the Flat Mode on the equalizer. Here is a list of settings that come with the Flat mode.

How to Find the Best Settings for Samsung Soundbar with Subwoofer

If you have a Samsung Subwoofer connected to your Samsung Soundbar, you can change the subwoofer setting using the below methods to get the best audio experience and output.

1. Connect the Samsung Soundbar to the subwoofer and turn the devices on after connecting them to a stable power outlet.

2. Play an action movie or a song on your TV.

3. On the Soundbar remote, locate and press the Subwoofer Level button.

4. Upon pressing, the word SW 00 will appear on the soundbar display screen.

5. Adjust the bass level ranging from SW +01 to SW +06 using the + and – buttons on the soundbar remote.

6. As you change the bass level, the audio output of the chosen media will also change. Choose the setting that feels the most suitable and satisfying.

This is one way to adjust the subwoofer level to get the best sound settings for the Samsung Soundbar. However, there is another way to do the adjustment.

1. Turn on your subwoofer connected to your soundbar and play a song or a movie on the TV.

2. Hit the Woofer button on the soundbar remote controller and press the Skip button to increase the volume.

Note: On most Samsung Soundbar remotes, the Skip button is above the Audio Sync button. You can go directly to the user manual to learn more about these buttons and their uses.

3. Continue to adjust the Bass level using the + and – buttons and choose the best setting that suits your needs.

Understanding Different Sound Settings and Modes in Samsung Soundbar

As mentioned earlier, there are several preset and default Sound Modes available on Samsung TV, which will help enhance the audio quality. Based on whether you are watching a movie, song, or sports, you can change the modes. They are named as such because they already come with a set of soundbar settings that are known to suit the genre best.

However, you can always change the settings as you like if the default settings are not satisfying to your liking. But before that, you should understand what the available Sound modes are and how they work.

Special Sound Modes

SOUND MODE	FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Night Mode	Best for watching movies late into the night. No more sudden and drastic sounds affecting the quietness of the night. But at the same time, it does not compromise the needs of the movie you are watching since it ensures the movie gets the best audio setting possible. You can even increase the volume more than you usually do at night, and the sudden sounds will still be lesser than usual.
Movie/Cinema	This is the exact opposite of what a Night mode does. The Movie mode brings in all the sound effects, but still, the dialogue will be heard clearly with clarity. It keeps a perfect balance between sound and speech.
Sports	All that a sports enthusiast needs is a stadium feel and experience at home. The Sports mode delivers exactly that, focusing more on the minute and sudden movements of the player and the reactions of the live audience. It can create and deliver a dynamic and stimulating audio experience.
Clear Voice	With the background sound taking over the movie and song, it sometimes becomes harder to understand even a simple dialogue. That is where the Clear Voice mode comes into play. No matter how low the voice is, it will automatically bring clarity to the voice. It will be helpful to understand whispered dialogues and speeches that usually get muffled away.
Game Pro	The Game Pro mode, when enabled, will transport you to your gaming world with its stimulating 3D sound feature. In addition to that, it supports adaptive sound that will go hand in hand with your game and gaming console.

Basic Sound Modes

SOUND MODE	FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Surround	The Surround mode literally surrounds the listeners with the audio and sound effects, creating a more life-like and real-time cinematic audio-visual experience.
Adaptive	If you do not wish to change the sound modes every single time, then this is the sound mode for you. Set the audio to Adaptive, and the soundbar will automatically change the mode and settings based on the content being played. Even within a movie, the song, action, and whispered exchanges will get their own importance when in Adaptive mode.
Standard	As the name suggests, refers to the standard audio output of the specific media file. It delivers exactly how the creator sets the sound.

Additional Tips to Improve the Sound Quality of Samsung Soundbar

The surrounding environment can significantly impact how your Samsung Soundbar performs. After customizing the soundbar settings, make use of the suggestions below to improve the sound quality of your soundbar even more.

If you use the Samsung Soundbar in a larger room, the sound waves will disperse more. On the other hand, in the smaller rooms, the soundwaves sometimes bounce off walls and result in distortion and a noisy vibrated effect. Whatever room you have kept the soundbar in, place it in the optimal position, which is in front of the TV. The soundbar should be at the ear level for a seated viewer. Also, it should be placed separately on the table. No external objects, like books, or metal products, should be near the soundbar.

It is highly recommended that the Samsung Soundbar is not placed in a corner. This is because the sound will be reflected and distorted when placed too close or near the wall. If you can keep the soundbar only near the wall, consider keeping it at least three to six inches away from the wall to get smooth audio quality.

Generally, concrete walls, wood floors, or glass have the capacity to reflect the sound, resulting in echoes. So, use carpet rugs, curtains, etc., to absorb the sound and get the perfect audio-listening experience. You can also attach the Acoustic Panel to your room and listen to the audio from the Samsung Soundbar without any reflections.

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