Vizio
VIZIO 5.1 M-Series Home Theater Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos
Experience immersive, cinema-quality sound with the Vizio M-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar. This system delivers captivating, virtualized 3D audio with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, making sound appear from all around, even above. It features a 5.1 configuration and a powerful 6-inch wireless subwoofer for deep bass. Enjoy high-quality audio via HDMI eARC, and control it with your TV remote. It also integrates seamlessly with voice assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant for an enhanced audio experience, and offers flexible speaker placement options.
$434.98
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
289
/ 704
#289 in Home Theater Systems
Price vs Category Average
-52%
Below average
Speaker Channels
5.1
/ Channel
Who it's for
- True 5.1 Surround Sound
- Immersive Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
- Excellent Value Proposition
Who should skip it
- Limited Verticality in Atmos
- Occasional Firmware Bugs
- Modest Build Materials
Key Specs
Speaker Channels
5.1 Channel
System Frequency Response
45Hz - 20kHz
Total Number of Speakers
9
Connectivity
HDMI eARC, Bluetooth
Model Name
Vizio M-Series 5.1 M51a-H6
Dolby Atmos Support
Yes
DTS X Support
Yes
Wireless Subwoofer Included
Yes
Features
- Immersive Dolby Atmos and DTS:X 3D sound
- Powerful 6-inch wireless subwoofer
- High-quality audio via HDMI eARC
- Voice assistant integration
- Bluetooth wireless music streaming
- Flexible speaker placement options
- Control with your TV remote
- Dual Stereo Surround Mode for parties
What customers say
The VIZIO M Series sound bar earns high praise for delivering exceptional value and immersive audio performance in the mid-range market. Customers consistently celebrate the cinematic experience provided by the true 5.1 setup, including dedicated up-firing speakers for Dolby Atmos, paired with a powerful wireless subwoofer. This configuration offers superior depth compared to simpler systems. While the overall sound quality and bass are excellent, some users note occasional inconsistencies with dialogue clarity needing EQ tweaks. A recurring point of friction involves connectivity stability, specifically intermittent issues with HDMI eARC handshakes. Despite these minor technical hiccups, the consensus is that this system provides premium surround sound immersion that significantly outperforms its price class, making it a highly recommended upgrade for home theater enthusiasts.
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