Samsung HW C450

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Nov, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 439 reviews of Samsung HW C450. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Home Theater Systems for all reviews. Comments about the reliability and size are generally positive. The design and price are also appreciated.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Home Theater Systems the Samsung HW C450 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 22 user reviews of Samsung HW C450 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Home Theater Systems on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the size. The design also gets good feedback. There are some less positive views about the reliability and price.

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91% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Samsung HW C450

alaTest has collected and analyzed 145 user reviews of Samsung HW C450 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Home Theater Systems on Amazon.com. Reviews about the reliability and design are overall positive. The size and price are also appreciated.

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77% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Matthew Moskovciak, Steve Guttenberg (cnet.com)

Samsung HW-C450 review: Samsung HW-C450

The HW-C450 is one of the most decor-friendly sound bars we've tested. At only 1.77 inches deep, its slim profile makes it easy to fit on even the most crowded TV stands. It's 3.62 inches high, so it should fit easily under an HDTV without obscuring...

Sound bar home theater system; very thin design; wireless subwoofer; surprisingly solid sound quality on movies, given its size; three inputs (two optical, one minijack); simple setup; useful "smart volume" control.

No HDMI connectivity; sounds lackluster with music; faux-surround effects are mild.

The Samsung HW-C450 is an exceedingly thin sound bar home theater system that sounds surprisingly good with movies, but lacks HDMI connectivity.

Jun, 2010

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Expert review by : HomeTheaterReview.com (hometheaterreview.com)

Samsung HW-C450 Soundbar Reviewed

This 2.1 speaker soundbar system from Samsung is an excellent, slim option for LED HDTV owners. The main speaker is thin and sleek looking while the six inch, side-firing subwoofer provides suitable bass for small rooms and configurations....

The HW-C450 looks great, is wonderfully small, and works like a charm ; The HW-C450 sounds good for its size, providing enough fidelity and dynamics across both music and movies to make it a versatile performer ; The HW-C450 offers a fantastic...

The HW-C450 sounded a bit thin and slow on vocal and acoustic musical tracks, and could have used a shade more immediacy in the midrange with movies and games ; The HW-C450 doesn't offer HDMI or any video switching ; The HW-C450 doesn't decode HD audio...

The HW-C450 really sets a high standard for products in its class. It just does so many things so well, that its few nits just fall by the wayside. Could it use some more oomph sonically? Sure, but then it would also be much bigger and wouldn't look...

Nov, 2010

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Expert review by : Michael Kwan (futurelooks)

Samsung HW-C450 2.1 Channel Audio Bar Home Theatre System

Whenever people start thinking about their home theater setups, they usually think of the television first. Sure, visuals mean a lot and that's why it's worthwhile to invest in a ...

Slim design with included wall mount ; Surprising potent and robust ; Thoroughly enjoyable gaming experience ; Wireless subwoofer requires no setup ; A good value, especially with integrated amplifier

No HDMI input or passthrough ; Virtual surround sound is uninspiring ; Simple music playback is mediocre

As far as input options, you get a single 3.5mm stereo mini input and a pair of optical audio inputs. The stereo mini jack can be used for regular RCA audio (red and white) audio input too, using the supplied adapter cable. The real shame here, though,...

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by : Trusted Reviews (trustedreviews.com)

Samsung HW-C450 home cinema soundbar

It's not designed with Blu-ray in mind, but this stylish soundbar is still a terrific performer

Jul, 2013

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Expert review by : Jim Hill (techradar.com)

Samsung HW-C450 review

A glossy black soundbar that is designed to compliment Samsung TVs

Smart design ; Conveniently wireless subwoofer ; Room-filling ambience

Slightly metallic tone ; No HDMI inputs

Mar, 2011

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Expert review by : Matthew Moskovciak Steve Guttenberg (cnet.com.au)

Samsung HW-C450 review: Samsung HW-C450

Samsung HW-C450

No HDMI connectivity; sounds lackluster with music; faux-surround effects are mild.

The Samsung HW-C450 is an exceedingly thin sound bar home theater system that sounds surprisingly good with movies, but lacks HDMI connectivity.

Jun, 2010

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Easy setup good price

I have had good experiences with the Samsung brand in the past other than the reliability concern I have with this unit it hasn't disappointed me.

Easy to set up and install the system, I took the wall mount and nailed it into my TV stand since I didn't want to put holes in my wall. It replaced the tiny speakers on my visio LCD pretty seamlessly and has an attractive modern finish. Puts out clear...

I had to RMA the unit after a month, apparently a short developed in the circuitry inside the speaker bar. It was returned to me promptly and without complaint but I had to add another $50 to the purchase price. Hopefully this is a fluke and other...

Nov, 2010

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Sweet Soundbar

For the money it is just plain awesome.

Looks sweet. Wireless sub. Suprising loud and good bass ; Comes with wall mount

Glossy black so showed dust after just a day. Speakers are a exposed which is a little scary

Mar, 2010

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Consumer review (buydig.com)

Just what the doctor ordered

Excellent product, Very easy to setup. Samsung tv turns on and off with remote for sound system. Sound system turns on when it recognizes that tv is on. Can\'t get any easier than that...

Clear Sound","Easy To Setup","Energy Efficient","Good Remote","Interfaces Well With TV","Intuitive Controls

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Oct, 2010

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