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If you plan on using your TV's built-in speakers to watch every game during March Madness, you better plan on missing out on some key game details.
Whether it's a hard-to-hear announcer, inaudible band noise or the barely there chants in the crowd, TV speakers simply struggle with the multitude of fine details found in every broadcast.
The good news is that even the best soundbars aren't hefty investments and some models can be found for well under $500. Here's our top draft picks. For more deals, check out our guide to the best March Madness TV sales.
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- Samsung Q600F: was $699 now $449 @ Best Buy
- Klipsch Flexus Core 200: was $549 now $499 @ Amazon
- Bose Smart Soundbar: was $899 now $729 @ Amazon
- LG S90TR: was $1,199 now $796 @ Amazon
- Samsung Q990F: was $1,697 now $1,597 @ Amazon
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This is my favorite mid-range soundbar. With a fantastic 3.1.2 channel arrangement, the Samsung Q600F has expansive sound both horizontally and vertically, and it offers crystal-clear dialogue. Although it doesn't have any smart home features like AirPlay, if you're after a soundbar and subwoofer that does everything to earn its place on your TV stand, then this is it.
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This large soundbar is packed with epic features, along with some great bass reproduction for that epic feel. You can expect great spoken word clarity as well, so you'll hear every word of commentary over the sound of screaming crowds. This soundbar has next-day delivery with an Amazon Prime account.
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The Bose Smart Ultra soundbar has a 5.1.2 channel setup and works with Bose's subwoofer range (sold separately). My favorite part of the Bose Smart range is that it links up with music streaming apps for seamless listening.
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This monster soundbar doesn't just have a standard bar — it's also packing some physical surround speakers for extra soundstage. The subwoofer will bring the bass; you're in for the best game-day sound you've ever heard.
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This Samsung soundbar is loud and in charge. There are a pair of surround speakers that come in the box for a much wider soundstage, and then a massive sub to make sure you get the most bass possible. For March Madness, there's little better. This soundbar can be delivered the next day with Amazon Prime.
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Nick Pino heads up the TV and AV verticals at Tom's Guide and covers everything from OLED TVs to the latest wireless headphones. He was formerly the Senior Editor, TV and AV at TechRadar (Tom's Guide's sister site) and has previously written for GamesRadar, Official Xbox Magazine, PC Gamer and other outlets over the last decade. Not sure which TV you should buy? Drop him an email or tweet him on Twitter and he can help you out.
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