Welcome to the Audio section of the TV Bed Tech Center. In these pages we have tried to cover all the points on Audio Sound that you could possibly need when shopping for your next TV Bed. Now we are not engineers and do not intend to sound like one - we are however TV Bed specialists, we create and sell our own models which means we know exactly what we are talking about. 

To make things simple, below you will find a jargon chart for all that confusing terminology, a comparison chart of the sound systems, FAQ's (no question is too simple or silly), plus anything else we can think of that will help navigate the journey of sound technology in our homes.  

Comparing TV Bed Audio Systems

To begin with not all TV bed sound systems work the same. Below you will find a table to help understanding how audio channels and speaker placement work which can help you better compare different systems and technologies.

Feature 2.1 Audio System 4.1 Surround Sound 5.1 Surround Sound 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos
Main Sound Direction Mainly from the foot end Multiple areas around the bed Wider directional surround sound Surround sound with height effects
Audio Channels Left + right channels with bass Additional surround channels Multiple directional channels Surround + height channels
Speaker Placement Usually one main speaker bar Additional speakers around the bed Multiple speaker positions Surround + height speaker layout
Immersion Clearer and fuller than normal TV speakers Creates a Wider surround sound The extra speaker adds directional audio Most cinematic experience
Best For Everyday TV viewing Films and gaming Home cinema audio Premium cinema experience
Bass Channel (.1) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Surround Sound No Yes Yes Yes
Height Effects No No No Yes

Important: A larger speaker grille or soundbar does not always mean a system contains more audio channels internally. Some systems may visually appear similar while still mainly producing basic left and right audio with added bass. True surround sound systems will usually use additional speakers and audio channels positioned around different areas of the bed to help spread sound wider around the room.

Audio Articles

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2.1 vs 4.1 TV Bed Sound Systems – What You Actually Need to Know

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The best TV Bed with surround sound

The best TV Bed with surround sound

What is the best TV bed with surround sound? We’re a little biased, but we think it's our very own Amber. After 15 years + in the TV bed industry,...

The best TV Bed with surround sound

What is the best TV bed with surround sound? We’re a little biased, but we think it's our very own Amber. After 15 years + in the TV bed industry,...

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How Sound Systems Work on TV Beds? From basic TV sound to full Dolby Atmos cinema

How Sound Systems Work on TV Beds? From basic T...

Sound is one of those things people don’t realise matters — until they experience it properly. If you’re used to TV speakers, a built-in sound system will feel like a...

How Sound Systems Work on TV Beds? From basic T...

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From Living Room to Bedroom: The Story of 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos in TV Beds

From Living Room to Bedroom: The Story of 5.1.2...

Surround sound isn’t new—but Dolby Atmos 5.1.2 takes it to a whole new level. From the early days of 5.1 systems in the ’90s to full-blown cinema sound now built...

From Living Room to Bedroom: The Story of 5.1.2...

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