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Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar — Black reviews
Brand: Bose
3.94out of 5
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Manufacturer codeSUSB-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK
The product, explained
About the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar — Black
Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar — Black is a soundbar in black.
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Before choosing the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar — Black
Check ARC or eARC
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Expert reviews 9
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What Hi-Fi?
3.00 / 5Original rating: 3 / 5
Family review of Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar. The UK SUSB-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK package is not identified as a separate test.
Read the full review ↗Checked 5 Oct 2026
Tom's Guide
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Family review of Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar. The UK SUSB-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK package is not identified as a separate test.
Read the full review ↗Checked 5 Oct 2026
Expert Reviews
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Family review of Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar. The UK SUSB-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK package is not identified as a separate test.
Read the full review ↗Checked 5 Oct 2026
TechRadar
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Family review of Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar. The UK SUSB-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK package is not identified as a separate test.
Read the full review ↗Checked 5 Oct 2026
Stuff
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Family review of Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar. The UK SUSB-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK package is not identified as a separate test.
Read the full review ↗Checked 5 Oct 2026
T3
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Family review of Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar. The UK SUSB-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK package is not identified as a separate test.
Read the full review ↗Checked 5 Oct 2026
Home Media Entertainment
4.50 / 5Original rating: 9 / 10
Family review of Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar. The UK SUSB-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK package is not identified as a separate test.
Read the full review ↗Checked 5 Oct 2026
Trusted Reviews
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Family review of Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar. The UK SUSB-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK package is not identified as a separate test.
Read the full review ↗Checked 5 Oct 2026
Home Cinema Choice
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Family review of Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar. The UK SUSB-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK package is not identified as a separate test.
Read the full review ↗Checked 6 Oct 2026
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Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar — Black specifications
Manufacturer code: SUSB-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK · Manufacturer product record · Checked 5 Oct 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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Design & dimensions2 details
| Product type | Soundbar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
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More products in this category. Compare their exact features, original reviews and available offers alongside the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar — Black.
| Product | Brand | Shown model | COR Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bose Smart Soundbar — Black reviews → | Bose | SSB-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK | 3.93/58 critic reviews |
| Bose Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar — Black reviews → | Bose | LSULT-SOUNDBAR-BLK-230V-UK | 4.30/55 critic reviews |
| Bose TV Speaker — Black reviews → | Bose | TVSPKR-SOUNDBAR-BLK-UK | tbd1 critic reviews · Available after 3 |
| Bose TV Speaker (2nd Gen) — Black reviews → | Bose | TVSPKR2-SOUNDBAR-BLK-UK | tbd0 critic reviews · Available after 3 |
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Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar — Black FAQs
How many expert reviews are available for Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar — Black?
This page currently includes 9 scored critic reviews. Each publisher counts once. Follow the review cards for the original verdict and the version that was tested.
What is the COR Score for Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar — Black?
The current COR Score is 3.94 out of 5, calculated from 9 distinct critics. Ratings are converted to a five-point scale and given equal weight; affiliate offers do not affect this calculation.
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Do I need eARC?
It depends on the formats and devices you use. eARC can support higher-capability return audio when both products support it, but check the manuals rather than relying on the label.
Are more channels always better?
No. Placement, room acoustics, dialogue tuning and the programme matter. A well-reviewed simpler bar can be more satisfying than a poorly fitted larger system.
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Start with the complete buying guide →How to choose and place a soundbar for your TVA soundbar has to fit the room before its audio features matter. Measure the television stand, check the screen’s lower edge and decide where a subwoofer or rear speakers could actually go.HDMI eARC vs optical for a soundbarChoose the connection by the audio formats, control behaviour and sockets supported by both the exact television and soundbar.Do you need a soundbar subwoofer?Decide from desired bass, room placement, neighbours and listening level rather than package size alone.Dolby Atmos soundbars: channels, room and expectationsSeparate format decoding from the speaker geometry and room conditions that create a sense of height.