What are my options for improving tv sound?

With TVs getting thinner and thinner, space is limited for a quality audio system. With that in mind, here’s some ways to get better sound!

1. Ask your Hephner TV salesperson about TVs with better speakers – As a general rule, TV speakers are never going to compete with a dedicated sound system. However, some TVs have better speakers than others and it’s hard to beat the simplicity of using the onboard speakers, as well as the clutter-free look! Higher-end models from LG and Samsung typically include substantial upgrades to the sound system that might be good enough to skip an extra sound system all together.

2. Soundbar – The next step up is a soundbar. Soundbars have gotten extremely good in recent years, offering anything from a simple volume/sound quality increase to a full surround sound experience, all with simple one-remote control. The best units from Sonos or Samsung can even function as the foundation for a whole-home audio setup and/or a dedicated home-theater space. Come by and demo brands like Samsung, Yamaha, or Sonos at our store!

3. Traditional Surround Systems – The traditional home theater system is still going strong! If you want unparalleled sound and immersion, you can purchase a set of speakers, subwoofer, and an audio-video receiver to run them all. These systems are more complex than soundbars, involving more in-depth component choices, running wires, and planning. However, for the enthusiast, traditional home theaters still offer the best sound quality, period. Best of all, modern AVRs have simple one-remote control just like soundbars and products like Yamaha MusicCast or Sonos Port let you integrate these systems with modern whole-home-audio setups: you can have your cake and eat it too!

4. Headphones – While some users like to have explosive sound throughout the house, others just need a little more clarity on the dialogue or a way to experience their TV without disturbing others. For this application, we carry a variety of wireless headphones that send high-quality audio directly to your ears, either with Bluetooth or direct Toslink connection.