Your nice big TV can be a pain if it sounds awful. It’s a fact that modern, slim TVS can accommodate only small speakers that struggle to emit decent audio, particularly deep bass. While there’s a sea of soundbars available, Blaupunkt’s Xceed SBW600 Emperor stands tall in this segment. So far the most advanced (and expensive) audio system from the brand, this is a 12.1.4-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar that creates an immersive and dynamic soundstage for your TV viewing. Don’t treat it as just another add-on to your TV; this is a full home theatre setup with 17 Neodymium speaker drivers that work together to produce the cleanest 1200 watts you can imagine.
Core Architecture
The driver setup on the SBW600 Emperor includes centre-firing drivers, side and up-firing speakers. Then comes the woofer, it is loaded with an 8-inch wireless subwoofer that has ports to increase the thump. This woofer produces ultra-deep 20Hz bass, which is probably the lowest in the industry. The satellites at the back are also a part of this high-end audio orchestra. They have 5.8G drivers that pump out sound both forward and up at the ceiling. Both the satellites and the woofer are wireless and have zero lag connectivity. This ensures the audio is perfectly synced.
The soundbar features an metal enclosure, a brushed metal finish, and an IntelliTouch Command Centre with an adaptive LED interface for a stylish touch. It includes Pro-Audio EQ modes and versatile connectivity options such as HDMI (eARC), Optical, and AUX-in – apt for music, movies, or gaming. An extra word here, HDMI eARC, or Enhanced Audio Return Channel, is the way forward. This is a new HDMI standard that sends high-quality audio from a TV to a soundbar or AV receiver using a single HDMI cable. Technicalities aside, it simplifies connections and provides a more immersive, theatre-like audio experience at home.
In addition, there is something every Karaoke lover will be thrilled about. The Emperor comes with a high-end wireless mic. This is a piece of equipment that is balanced and calibrated with the rest of the system so the sound reproduction is perfect. What is really cool is that you can get into duets as the Emperor supports up to two mics at the same time.
The Emperor works best for those of us who like to stream songs from our mobile phones or laptops, there is strong connectivity, it is super easy to air and the audio is crisp, clear, and immersive, with deep bass and impressive surround sound. For those who like to enjoy shows and movies on the big screen, there is powerful, detailed and 3D audio. This Blaupunkt system drastically improves dialogue, making it easier to hear with greater clarity and detail than with standard TV speakers. Highly recommended.
KEY FEATURES
12.1.4-channel Dolby Atmos
360 Surround Sound
17 precision-tuned drivers
8-inch wireless subwoofer
Estimated street price: Rs 69,990
