The Samsung HW-Q67CB is a Costco-exclusive 5.1 soundbar setup released in 2022. It supports Dolby Atmos content, which is commonly found on many different streaming platforms and Blu-ray discs. Like many other Samsung models, you get access to many customization tools with this soundbar, including a graphic EQ to switch up its sound and access to Q-Symphony, which syncs the bar up to speakers on your compatible Samsung TV for a more immersive sound. That said, there's no room correction tool, and you have to wire its satellites to a wireless receiver module to get them to work, which may not be ideal for all setups.
Our Verdict
The Samsung HW-Q67CB is good for mixed usage. This soundbar offers a balanced sound right out-of-the-box, so voices in TV shows and podcasts are clearly reproduced, and instruments in your favorite tunes are pleasant and detailed. There are many customization tools on hand, too, including a 7-band graphic EQ. The bar supports many common audio formats found on different streaming platforms, like Dolby Digital and Dolby Atmos. That said, it lacks a bit of low-bass, which is noticeable with bass-heavy content.
- 7-band graphic EQ.
- Dolby Atmos support.
- Satellites included.
- Lacks low-bass.
- No room correction feature.
The Samsung HW-Q67CB is great for dialogue-focused content like TV shows and podcasts. Its discrete center channel is designed to improve vocal reproduction, and its balanced sound means that dialogue is clear and easy to follow. There's also a dialogue enhancement tool on hand if you want voices to sound more clear and crisp. You can even stream audio from your phone to the bar over Bluetooth, which is handy.
- 7-band graphic EQ.
- Bluetooth support.
- No room correction feature.
The Samsung HW-Q67CB is satisfactory for music. Right out of the box, the bar offers a pretty balanced sound, so voices and lead instruments are clear and present in the mix. It's suitable for listening to most music genres; however, those who love bass-heavy content like EDM and hip-hop will notice the lack of deep rumble in the low-bass. You can switch up its sound a bit with its 7-band graphic EQ, but unfortunately, this won't enable you to extend the bass lower.
- 7-band graphic EQ.
- Gets loud.
- Lacks low-bass.
- No room correction feature.
The Samsung HW-Q67CB is good for movies. This 5.1 setup is a solid pick for watching content, like Dolby Digital and Dolby Atmos, that you're likely to find on most streaming platforms and Blu-rays. Its satellites bring a more clear and real feel to the sound. Dialogue is clear in the mix, too, though there's a lack of rumble in action-packed scenes. You'll notice a touch less height when you watch Atmos content, especially when compared to more premium setups.
- Gets loud.
- Dolby Atmos support.
- Satellites included.
- Lacks low-bass.
- No room correction feature.
Changelog
- Updated Jul 06, 2023: Thanks to user feedback, we identified the Samsung HW-Q60B as a variant of this soundbar.
- Updated Jun 07, 2023: Converted to Test Bench 1.2. Updated the results for audio format support via ARC/eARC, HDMI In, and Optical. Added Video Passthrough to TV results as well.
- Updated Mar 13, 2023: Added cable lengths to In The Box.
- Updated Mar 10, 2023: Converted to Test Bench 1.1. With this update, we've added a Mounting test and added information aboutSubwoofer Output, Spotify Connect, and Microphone Mute.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Samsung HW-Q67CB is available in Black, and you can see the label for the model we tested here. You can also purchase the bar and the subwoofer on their own as the Samsung HW-Q60B.
If you encounter another version of this soundbar, let us know in the discussions, and we'll update our review.
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The Samsung HW-Q67CB is a 5.1 setup that's exclusively available at Costco. It's a mid-range offering that blends some of Samsung's more premium features into a more affordable package. For example, you get access to Samsung's Q-Symphony technology, as well as its graphic EQ for customization. The smaller sub brings less rumble to the bass, and its Atmos performance doesn't stack up with top-of-the-line models.
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The Vizio M Series M51a-H6 is better than the Samsung HW-Q67CB. They're both 5.1 soundbars with Dolby Atmos support. However, the Vizio can reproduce a more extended low bass, so you can feel more thump and rumble in the mix. The Vizio also offers less compression at max volume, letting you enjoy a clearer sound at louder volumes. It doesn't have a graphic EQ like the Samsung, but its bass and treble adjustments will be enough for most uses.
The Vizio M Series M51ax-J6 is a 5.1 Dolby Atmos soundbar just like the Samsung HW-Q67CB. They're similar, but the Vizio is better overall. It reproduces more bass, so you feel more thump and rumble in music and movies. There's less compression as you crank up the volume, too. It doesn't have a graphic EQ like the Samsung, but there are still bass and treble adjustments to give you some control over its sound.
The Samsung HW-Q910B is better than the Samsung HW-Q67CB. The Q910B is a 9.1.2 setup that comes with the same satellites as the Q67CB. However, thanks to its up-firing Atmos drivers, it does a better job with Atmos content compared to the Q67CB, which only uses side-firing drivers to simulate height in the soundstage. The Q910B reproduces more low-bass, and it comes with more features, too, such as room correction.
The Vizio M Series Elevate M512E-K6 is better than the Samsung HW-Q67CB. The Vizio is a 5.1.2 setup that comes with two up-firing drivers built into the bar itself for simulating height with Atmos content, unlike the Samsung, which supports Atmos through side-firing drivers in its bar. Subjectively, it makes a big difference with Atmos content, as you notice more height in the soundstage around you. The Vizio also brings more rumble in the bass, which is nice.
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