Samsung has taken the wrappers off its CES 2026 audio vary. Whereas an replace to its high-end soundbar, the brand new HW-Q990H was anticipated, however the LS50H Wi-Fi speaker was a shock. This is what we all know.
Music Studio audio system
The LS70H is a 3.1.1-channel spatial audio speaker.
The corporate has debuted two new Wi-Fi audio system, the Music Studio 5 (LS50H) and Music Studio 7 (LS70H), the bigger of which affords Dolby Atmos compatibility. Each boast distinctive seems to be from designer Erwan Bouroullec.
The LS70H is a 3.1.1-channel spatial audio speaker that may function as a standalone speaker or be paired with appropriate Samsung Wi-Fi audio system, soundbars or TVs. It options as much as 24-bit/96kHz audio processing plus Bluetooth connectivity. The smaller LS50H encompasses a 4-inch driver and two tweeters.
Dolby Atmos soundbars
In the meantime, the HW-Q990H is a 11.1.4-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar, which incorporates surrounds and a twin 8-inch wi-fi subwoofer. The soundbar introduces a number of new options, together with Sound Elevation, which lifts dialogue towards the middle of the display, and Auto Quantity, which permits for constant quantity throughout channels.
The HW-QS90H mannequin is a single speaker soundbar with 7.1.2-channels. It contains onboard subwoofers and sports activities a Convertible Match design with a built-in gyro sensor, which adapts the sound signature based mostly on wall-mounted or AV rack orientation.
Outlook
The soundbars observe the announcement of the corporate’s new Micro RGB TVs and will probably be adopted by loads extra merchandise at CES. I’ve reviewed a number of of Samsung’s high-end soundbars — every one designed at Samsung Audio Lab — and anticipate the Q990H to sound fairly first rate. The Wi-Fi audio system are intriguing, too. I type of need that Music Studio 5 (LS50H), simply to stare at.
Availability of the audio system and soundbars are but to be introduced.
