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    From TechnologyDaily@1337:1/100 to All on Fri Jan 13 15:00:03 2023
    Groov-e's super-cheap soundbars want to give your budget TV an easy upgrade

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    Fri, 13 Jan 2023 14:40:37 +0000

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    With four options to choose from, Groov-es first range of soundbars look like a solid choice to boost the audio on your cheap TV.

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    A cheap TV usually means poor sound quality, which usually means splashing
    out on a soundbar. Unfortunately, many of the best soundbars come with sizeable price tags of their own. So give a big hand for Groov-e's new range, which is designed to be every bit as affordable as that bargain TV you just bought.

    The cheapest of the audio tech company's five new soundbars is the Groov-e SoundBar 20, which costs a paltry 29.99 in the UK; were still waiting on official US prices and availability. It has two speakers and 20 watts of
    power and is designed to be used with a PC, tablet or phone rather than a TV. And surprisingly, given the price, it even comes with a few features, including colour-changing LED lights, 10 hours of playback and voice
    assistant support. The Groov-e Soundbar 20 is only 29.99, but it's not designed to be used with TVs. (Image credit: Groov-e)

    While the Soundbar 20 is an interesting option, it's the model at the other end of the affordability scale that we think would suit most people. The Groov-e SoundBar 160 is 79.99 and has powerful 160-watt 2.1-channel speakers plus a built-in subwoofer to improve bass delivery. The design is minimal and understated, making it look more expensive than it is, with a simple control panel located on the top.

    Between the SoundBar 20 and SoundBar 160, there are 50W, 75W and 110W
    versions at various price points. So if youre looking for a sub-100 soundbar, theres bound to be one that suits you here. The Groov-e soundbar 160 can be attached to a wall (see main image above) or rested on top of a TV cabinet. (Image credit: Groov-e)

    Even some of the best TVs on the market need an audio boost with a soundbar. That's fine if youre going for the ultimate entertainment experience and have the budget to match, because there are plenty of high-end soundbars on the market offering such treats as Dolby Atmos and wireless subs.

    However, the budget end of the market is not generally so well served. Our list of the best cheap soundbars does include some solid options, such as the Vizio V-Series 2.1-Channel Soundbar and Roku Smart Soundbar , but its still good to see Groov-e catering for those of us who own one of the best cheap
    TVs , rather than a fancy new OLED.

    We've enjoyed testing several of the audio tech company's products over the years, including the Groov-E SoundBuds true wireless earbuds . They tend to
    be on the cheaper end of the scale and generally offer decent (but nowhere near high-end) audio quality. That should be a given considering the price of the new soundbar range, but its worth bearing in mind.

    The full range of soundbars is available to buy now from the Groov-e online store , but will land on third-party retailers over the next month.



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