Sound Bar for External TV

[747Driver]

Again, give you all a try, vs me trying to reinvent the wheel. My sound is very weak off the outside TV and no output is available. Has anyone found a sound bar that fits in the small space below the TV?

I noticed, the newer ones now have a sound bar and external radio, back to basics.

[John Locke]

Originally Posted by 747Driver

Again, give you all a try, vs me trying to reinvent the wheel. My sound is very weak off the outside TV and no output is available. Has anyone found a sound bar that fits in the small space below the TV?

I noticed, the newer ones now have a sound bar and external radio, back to basics.

There are quite a few speaker systems for around $50-$100 that work amazingly well, complete with SubWoofer. They typically use the earphone jack on a TV, if your TV has an earphone jack. Some come with adapters for RCA-OUT jacks too. However the space issue is key. You may have to locate the Sub in your basement, while the smaller speakers can be around the the TV compartment. Just search Amazon for "computer speakers" and you'll find hundreds of them in all kinds of shapes and sizes, like this setup.

Also, consider wireless bluetooth headphones for outdoor use. You won't bother your camping neighbors that way.

[khocke]

Subscribed. Same issue (albeit I do have sound outputs from the TV).

[Wayne M]

I have a BOSE system here in the house.

For your application I think the BOSE Solo 5 would come close to fitting in the slot, if there is enough space beneath the bottom of the TV and he frame enclosure. It is 21 inches long or there about. You don't need a sub woofer but they do have wireless sub woofers.

However, thinking outside the box. With any sound bar you could make a Z bracket, foam backed, and just let it hang from the opening when you are using it. When finished, stuff it in the bay.

There are other Mfg sound bars that are much smaller but I'm not sure of the quality.

[Reniram]

Originally Posted by John Locke

There are quite a few speaker systems for around $50-$100 that work amazingly well, complete with SubWoofer. They typically use the earphone jack on a TV, if your TV has an earphone jack.

Also, consider wireless bluetooth headphones for outdoor use. You won't bother your camping neighbors that way.

I second that..almost goes along with wind chimes!..

[GBFANKEN]

Costco has a SB 108 Yamaha Sound Bar for $149.00, Sometimes it's $129.00. Buit in Small base, HOWEVER it really does a nice job, sounds good to me and my wife. I think it's 34" long. Go listen to it, you'll be surprised.

[747Driver]

Looks like I found a solution.

Samsung Model: HW-N400/ZA, bought at Best Buy sale of $109. It is 26" wide, 4" deep. I will need to remove the lower part of the L Bracket that is part of the TV Mount. I will also reposition the IR receptor stuck to the bottom of the TV, move it to the side.

To test, I ran the HDMI that went into the TV to the soundbar, then ran another HDMI cable to the TV. This soundbar has HDMI input and output. TV sound is great and all Infotainment sound available, without turning the TV on.

I am hitting the road for a week, and will mod next weekend. I will post pics.

[puttin]

Originally Posted by John Locke

There are quite a few speaker systems for around $50-$100 that work amazingly well, complete with SubWoofer. They typically use the earphone jack on a TV, if your TV has an earphone jack. Some come with adapters for RCA-OUT jacks too. However the space issue is key. You may have to locate the Sub in your basement, while the smaller speakers can be around the the TV compartment. Just search Amazon for "computer speakers" and you'll find hundreds of them in all kinds of shapes and sizes, like this setup.

Also, consider wireless bluetooth headphones for outdoor use. You won't bother your camping neighbors that way.

Yes.

[ItascaJoe]

I bought an LG system from Wal-Mart and fits nicely inside and can close the door with no problem. It also makes a great blue tooth speaker when you need music. It was also very inexpensive. If anyone wants the model just ask away.

[Wayne M]

Darn! Saw this system in Costco and thought of you but could not remember where the thread was. Anyhow, for any future modifications for others here is the information.
This is a Bose Sound Link Mini II. That is my hand in front of it. Small enough system to put anywhere. Sound was fantastic. (Not cheap!$$$)

[BobC]

For the most part I don't enjoy hearing my neighbors' TV and music so another vote for headphones.