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VIZIO, M-Series 36” Surround Sound System for TV, 2.1 Channel Home Audio Sound Bar with Built-in Subwoofers and Bluetooth – 4 M21d-H8R
Brand | VIZIO |
Model Name | M21D-H8R |
Speaker Type | Soundbar,Subwoofer,Tweeter,Woofer |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
Special Feature | Subwoofer, bass_boost |
About this item
- New Modern Design Angular all-in-1 design packed with performance and slides beneath your TV for a clean look.
- 6 Precisely Designed Speakers 2-way speaker design with separate tweeters and woofers create richer, clearer sound.
- Optimized for 4K HDR content with Dolby Audio Bring out the best audio performance from your 4K HDR content with Dolby Audio when connected through HDMI.
- Loud and Clear - The 98dB sound pressure level and 50Hz – 20KHz frequency range deliver dynamic and accurate Sound.
- DTS Virtual:X Enhances any content with room-filling, floor-to-ceiling virtualized 3D sound.
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Bluetooth connectivity | 4.4 | 2.0 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.1 |
Sound quality | 4.4 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 3.8 |
Value for money | 4.3 | 3.9 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 3.7 |
Remote Control | 4.4 | — | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
Tech Support | 4.0 | 3.8 | — | — | 3.7 | 4.3 |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
speaker size | 36 inches | 10 inches | 6.5 inches | 7 centimeters | 5 inches | — |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | AC | Corded Electric | Information Not Available | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, HDMI eARC, Analog 3.5mm Stereo Mini Jack, Voice Assistant Input | Bluetooth, Auxiliary, HDMI, Optical | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, HDMI |
speaker type | Soundbar,Subwoofer,Tweeter,Woofer | Subwoofer | Soundbar | Subwoofer | Soundbar | Soundbar, Subwoofer |
mounting type | Floor Mount,Ceiling Mount | Bar Mount | Flush Mount | Wall Mount | Sound Bar,Tabletop | Freestanding, Tabletop |
weight | 8.5 pounds | 38.2 pounds | 53 pounds | 7.1 pounds | 2.49 pounds | 18 pounds |
From the manufacturer
New Modern Design
Angular all-in-one design packed with performance and slides beneath your TV for a clean look.
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Built-in Dual SubwoofersDual 3” subwoofers built into the sound bar create deep bass without the need of a separate subwoofer or cables. |
2-Way Speaker DesignWoofers and independent tweeters separate frequencies to improve clarity and create a broader soundstage. |
Optimized for 4K HDR contentUnlock the best audio performance from your 4K HDR content with Dolby Audio when connected through HDMI. |
Immersive Sound
4K HDR content is enhanced with Dolby Audio for the highest-fidelity sound, while DTS Virtual:X creates room-filling, floor-to-ceiling-, virtualized 3D sound that enhances any content into an incredibly immersive experience.
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Voice Assistant Ready Connect Google Assistant, Siri, or Alexa devices via dedicated AUX input or Persistent Bluetooth that is always ready for your command, even while watching a movie. |
Easy Set UpHDMI and all audio cables included in the box to get set up in minutes. |
All-New RemoteFull-featured, easy to navigate remote with comfort grip. |
Wireless Audio with Bluetooth
Stream your favorite artists and apps wirelessly with your Bluetooth devices.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 36 x 36 x 4.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 8.5 pounds |
Manufacturer | VIZIO |
ASIN | B08BBPNQHH |
Item model number | M21D-H8R |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #109,604 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #416 in Home Audio Sound Bars |
Date First Available | August 1, 2020 |
Speakers Maximum Output Power | 200 Watts |
Item Weight | 8.5 Pounds |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Product Description
The redesigned M-Series All-in-1 2.1 Home Theater Sound Bar from VIZIO, America’s #1 Sound Bar Company, combines supreme convenience with powerful performance. Thrilling sound is achieved with separate tweeters and woofers, plus built-in dual 3” subwoofers, all in a striking angular shape with a dark charcoal finish. There are no additional speakers or cables needed. HDMI connectivity offers the highest-quality audio with quick and easy setup, allowing you to control the sound bar with your TV remote. (HDMI and all audio cables included.) DTS Virtual:X creates an immersive experience with room-filling, floor-to-ceiling, virtualized 3D sound that transforms music into a live concert, or a sci-fi film into an intergalactic adventure. The M-Series All-in-One features the all-new Voice Assistant Input that gives you the convenience of a voice assistant you are already accustomed to (sold separately) and lets you operate it right through the sound bar for upgraded audio. You can also wirelessly connect your phone or any compatible Bluetooth device for high-quality music streaming. The VIZIO M-Series All-in-1 Sound Bar is a hassle-free, plug-and-play audio solution that does the job of many speakers, turning your living room into a captivating home theater.
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Customers like the sound quality, performance, ease of setup, and value of the speakers. They mention that it works beautifully, is easy to set up, and is good value for the money. They are also happy with connectivity, and size. That said, opinions are mixed on quality and the remote control.
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Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. They say it has plenty of sound, tones down other sounds, and is very loud. Some customers also say that the sound far exceeds the price of the product. The speaker bar has a lot of features and allows you to change the sound mode to dialogue. Overall, most are happy with the sound performance of the speaker.
"...This Vizio sound bar delivers great volume, nice ranges, clear dialogue, and the angle of the speakers give it about 80% of that surround sound feel...." Read more
"...I have noticed NO sound artifacts due to bluetooth vs optical inputs. It really brought my television to life and sounds like a room full of speakers." Read more
"...Fills the room. Any smaller room, it could potentially be too much. Great bass, sharp and clear mids and highs, easy operation, intuitive remote,..." Read more
"...The sound quality is truly impressive and has completely transformed my home entertainment experience...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the soundbar. They say it works beautifully with their 50" TV and performs great. They also say it's better than most sound bars for the money, works fine, sounds great, and has great midtones. Customers also mention that it works well with the TV remote and the iOS SmartCast app. Overall, most customers recommend the product to others.
"...Other than that, it's pretty good. It's got some great low end, and a nice stereo spread...." Read more
"...spending hundreds more for bigger experience when this works great for casual movie watching with a really nice sound experience, and much easier..." Read more
"...sleeping roommate, this has a night mode for that reason and it works pretty well...." Read more
"...I have it connected to my TV via Optical Out, and it is working very well. Sound quality is crisp and provides a lot of room for broad dynamics...." Read more
Customers find the speakers easy to setup. They mention that it plugs and plays for their TV, has clear mids and highs, and an intuitive remote. The sound bar is easy to set up and integrates seamlessly. Customers also say that the remote is easy and the product is ready to go.
"...Not as great as 5.1 experience but much cheaper and much much easier to install - one HDMI cable into the ARC HDMI port on the TV and that was it...." Read more
"...I appreciate that! As for Bluetooth connectivity, it connects easily to my phone and has good range too...." Read more
"...The setup process was also very easy and straightforward, and I was able to connect it to my TV and other devices in no time...." Read more
"...Great bass, sharp and clear mids and highs, easy operation, intuitive remote, Bluetooth connects easily...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the speakers. They mention that it has great low end, and a nice stereo spread. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Other than that, it's pretty good. It's got some great low end, and a nice stereo spread...." Read more
"...Not as great as 5.1 experience but much cheaper and much much easier to install - one HDMI cable into the ARC HDMI port on the TV and that was it...." Read more
"...It's a fantastic product that delivers great value for its price." Read more
"...Right? Anyway this soundbar was less money and better value in my opinion, me not being an audiophile but just wanting something to upgrade the..." Read more
Customers like the connectivity of the speakers. They say the Bluetooth connects easily, it pairs automatically with their TV, and it has a lot of connection options. Some customers also mention that the sound bar has good sound and can connect to other devices when the TV is not used.
"...and clear mids and highs, easy operation, intuitive remote, Bluetooth connects easily...." Read more
"...There is a lot of connections options underneath the Soundbar for hookups...." Read more
"...Nice low frequencies without rattling the windows. It paired automatically with our Vizio TV and my Amazon Firestick found it right away using..." Read more
"Good sound when connected, but constantly disconnects and remote control is difficult to use" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the speakers. They mention that it is sleek and modern, and it fits perfectly in their living room without taking up too much space. Some say that it fits in a space under the TV and the sound was great. The soundbar is more clear and well proportioned, and pairs easily with bluetooth. It is more convenient and saves space of floor standing speakers, and everything is conveniently contained within the unit.
"Big enough? I have this sound bar in a 20x18’ room and it’s plenty big enough. Fills the room. Any smaller room, it could potentially be too much...." Read more
"...The design of the sound bar is sleek and modern, and it fits perfectly in my living room without taking up too much space...." Read more
"...The Soundbar works beautifully with my 50" vizio TV fits underneath perfectly and integrates seamlessly...." Read more
"...before on our Sony sound system-this soundbar is more clear and well proportioned. Paired easily with bluetooth...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the speakers. Some mention that the quality is great, while others say that it's not super great. The product box itself was flawless, while the product itself was excellent. However, some customers say that the sound quality is alright, but not super amazing. That said, some say that this model is a big disappointment and not suitable if you care about audio fidelity.
"...This Vizio sound bar delivers great volume, nice ranges, clear dialogue, and the angle of the speakers give it about 80% of that surround sound feel...." Read more
"...Sound quality is alright, but not super great over just the TV speakers. Still have issues hearing dialogue sometimes...." Read more
"...The product box itself was flawless as well as the product. Its a little big for my current desk but that will change when I get back to the states...." Read more
"...Great bass, sharp and clear mids and highs, easy operation, intuitive remote, Bluetooth connects easily...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the remote control of the speakers. Some mention that the functions are user friendly, it works well, and is easy to set up. Others say that the volume control via the Apple TV remote will stop working, there is no response from any remote buttons, and that it constantly disconnects.
"...Great bass, sharp and clear mids and highs, easy operation, intuitive remote, Bluetooth connects easily...." Read more
"...Be warned though, the remote will interfere with other remotes you have for say, a TV or an LED light strip...." Read more
"...The remote has a lot of features and allows you to change the sound mode to dialogue Which is great as I had problems understanding what everyone..." Read more
"Good sound when connected, but constantly disconnects and remote control is difficult to use" Read more
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I gave it four stars because I think there's some audio processing taking place that takes away from the original program mix. I'm an audio engineer, and so I'm used to critical listening. I swear I'm hearing some audio compression taking place that isn't in the original audio. It is especially apparent in material that contains sudden bursts of sounds, like guns or explosions, but once I hear it, I start noticing it everywhere. For example, the ambient noise in a movie, like night time crickets, will become almost nonexistent during dialog and then slowly fade back in if the dialog stops for a second or two. It sounds like heavy mix bus compression with a slow release.
I hear it often enough to believe it's the speaker processing the audio and not compression done at the studio. This may be an attempt to control output volume, perhaps create a perceived loudness increase. I have checked the settings and turned off any automatic volume balancing algorithms and it still does it.
Most people won't notice it, but if you're prone to fixate on sounds like I am, it may drive you a little crazy sometimes, especially when you're trying to relax and enjoy a movie. [Edit Dec 3, '22: I did locate a setting that was controlling the volume and turned it off. No more odd volume fluctuations. Bumped to 5 stars. ]
Other than that, it's pretty good. It's got some great low end, and a nice stereo spread. You'd do well with a sub because the low end isn't dialed in tight, but it's definitely an upgrade from TV speakers or the computer desktop speakers we were using before.
I was having issues with the ROKU Streaming Bar on my Vizio TVs due to locking up and had to return it. I wasn't sure if this Vizio sound bar would be adept enough to work seamlessly or if I'd have to use 2 remotes (which I was dreading). We needed some kind of sound bar or speakers because our Vizio TV speakers were rattling and couldn't handle the normal higher volumes. So, anyway, after installation and some settings changes, I was able to get it to work with using just the Roku remote control. Here's what I did.
I mounted this Vizio sound bar on top of my Vizio TV, which is installed on an articular wall mounted arm. Then, I followed all the instructions for the sound bar to ensure it would work fine with the TV, which it did. On this note, however, I did initially ensure I didn't turn on anything special with the sound bar settings and kept it with mostly the defaults for Movies. I didn't want any features to conflict with anything, in case it wouldn't work with the Roku later. Also, some people were asking if it does come with its own sound bar emote and if it has an LCD panel on it. That answer is Yes to both questions; however, the LCD panel is just a one line small display so, don't think of it as a full screen thing like a digital smart remote, as it's not.
Now, the TV I use is a 50-inch size, 4K, about 3 years old, and is a lower end model series but it does have CEC and ARC. Although I didn't need it at the time, I knew that those 2 functions were an upcoming thing that might be needed down the road for other connecting devices. As it turns out, they were both needed in this case. So, for TV settings, go ahead and enable CEC and, if you have as setting for it, ARC should be enabled.
Then, ensure your Roku streaming box is fully setup for this TV, initially via HDMI #1 (or ARC). Also, ensure you configure the Roku remote to control the volume and on/off power to the TV. This step is very important. Once that's done, disconnect the Roku from the HDMI port of the TV.
Then, follow the sound bar instructions using your TV remote and the sound bar remote. It will want you to connect into your TV's HDMI ARC port. After you've configured your sound bar (just start out with basic settings), continue with these next steps.
The only other TV setting you might need to change is that I had disabled (selection: OFF) the TV speakers (the internal ones, not the sound bar). I did go ahead and change a setting on the TV audio section was to make the audio levels self-adjusting to avoid sudden loud volumes when it played commercials, etc.
The next step is to plug in your (already configured) Roku streaming box into another HDMI port. I used HDMI #2 port. I only tried this with the current 2022 model ROKU Ultra. So, to confirm, your Vizio sound bar is plugged into the HDMI port identified as "ARC" and the Roku streaming box is plugged into another HDMI port. After the ROKU fully started up, I used the TV remote to switch over to the ROKU to ensure it would work and it was okay. I wasn't checking the sound bar yet.
Yours might actually already be working for you. So, these next steps you might not have to go through; not sure but wanted to relay exactly what I did the very first time. I then powered down both the TV and the Roku. I then unplugged both and plugged them both back in but did just the TV first and booted it up fully before I plugged the Roku back in and started it back up.
So, with both the TV on, sound bar on, and Roku on, I used the TV remote to switch over to the Roku and set that TV remote aside. I then was able to adjust the volume using just the Roku remote. However, I did notice that I had to get the volume to around numbers 50-80 for good measure. Before, when just on the TV (internal) speakers, I would have the volume numbered around 35.
I then used the TV and the sound bar remotes to tweak some audio settings and everything seemed to still be okay later using just the Roku remote to adjust the sound bar's volume.
So, I sincerely hope this helps others.
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1. It's slim
2.The remote has a display (not backlit)
Cons:
1. Sound quality is nowhere near the same like having a 2.1 speaker. Having a seperate sub woofer really brings up the umph.
2. For Canadian buyers, there's no service offered by Vizio in Canada. So make sure you test it carefully in your first month of purchase so that you can reach out to Amazon if in case there is any issues with the product.
Cheers!