The Best passive soundbars Top Picks in 2025

Immersive sound: Experience a wide spectrum of sound with a frequency response ranging from 50Hz to 20kHz and a maximum SPL of 100dB for powerful audio.

Dynamic driver complement: Enjoy deep bass from four 4-inch long excursion woofers and crisp highs from two 2-inch Edge-Driven Dome Tweeters.

Effortless installation: The included 3-Door Bracket ensures a hassle-free setup, making it easier than ever to elevate your driving adventure.

Sleek design: With dimensions of 31.5" x 6.12" x 5" (800mm x 155.5mm x 128mm) and a weight of 13.67lbs. (6.2kg), this sound bar seamlessly blends exceptional sound with a compact form factor.

L-C-R soundbar, Slim design, Binding Posts: Push style

High Frequency Driver: Three 1" x 1.4" Folded Motion Transducers with 5.25" x 1.75" diaphragm

Low Frequency Drivers: Six 4" paper cone, sealed cabinet

Components: Custom air core coil inductors, polyester film capacitors in series and low DF electrolytic capacitors in parallel, overall system thermal/current protection

Frequency Response: 120–23,000 Hz ± 3 dB

This 49.5" soundbar is compatible with these SunBriteTV models: Signature 55", 65", and 75"; Pro 49" and 55"; Veranda 55", 65", and 75" (Veranda application requires an external amplifier to which this soundbar would connect).

Constructed with a rust-proof brushed aluminum cabinet and grille, this black SunBriteTV 49.5” soundbar is outdoor safe, water resistant, and resilient, with a durable exterior that shields internal components from rain, snow, dust, insects, humidity, and salt air.

A premium upgrade from our standard soundbar, this premium all-weather passive soundbar is designed to pair seamlessly with SunBriteTV outdoor TVs. Four 3” titanium woofers, dual 1" pure titanium tweeters, and six Titanium Vapor Deposit Polypropylene Cone Passive Radiators (2+1+3 per channel) deliver loud, clear sound to even the largest open-air settings and support up to 90W of power.

Onboard temperature dispersion system lets this soundbar operate efficiently from extreme low to high temperatures ( -4°F up to 140°F).

Lifetime Limited Warranty

FULL, BALANCED SOUND WITH A SUBWOOFER INCLUDED: Hear every beat, rumble and roar with deep and rich bass that fills any space. With the included wireless subwoofer, experience powerful sound that draws you in from the very first scene.

MULTI-DIRECTIONAL SPATIAL AUDIO THAT COMES FROM ALL AROUND YOU: Let immersive virtual surround sound draw you in, with spatial audio that moves all around you. Feel at the center of all your movies, shows and games without the need for rear speakers.

AN EXTRA PUNCH OF BASS FOR SOUND YOU CAN FEEL: Add more excitement with deeper, fuller sound in your favorite heart-pumping, beat-thumping content. Enjoy a rush of extra powerful bass in your favorite movie scenes, trending songs and more.

OPTIMIZED SOUND FOR EVERY SCENE: Get the optimal listening experience for each scene. The soundbar recognizes the type of content you’re watching and automatically adapts audio settings to produce clear voices and detailed sounds.

PICK UP EVERY PIECE OF DIALOGUE: Hear voices more clearly with automatically amplified dialogue allowing it to stand out so you don't miss a word, no matter what you're watching.

THE PERFECT ADD-ON TO YOUR SOUNDBAR FOR TRUE SURROUND SOUND*: Expand your setup to true surround sound with optional rear speakers that connect wirelessly to your soundbar for an enhanced cinematic experience. You can also get additional sound modes like Private Rear Sound and Sound Grouping.*

A PREMIUM ULTRA-SLIM SOUND BAR WITH INCLUDED WIRELESS SUBWOOFER – 5 powerful full-range drivers deliver beautiful rich sound with deep bass. Polk’s exclusive VoiceAdjust technology & Dolby Digital Decoding maximizes sound clarity & reduces voice delays

EXCELLENT SOUND AND VALUE on par with any mid- to high-range sound bars available in the market. At just over 2" tall, it fits most spaces — easily wall-mount it or place in front of your TV. It won’t block your TV’s bottom edge or IR remote sensor

UPGRADE YOUR HOME THEATER EXPERIENCE – Watch your favorite shows on your 4K HD Smart TV with exceptional picture quality & crystal clear sound. With numerous connection possibilities, plug in any audio source via HDMI ARC, optical input & AUX

WIRELESSLY STREAM MUSIC from your favorite streaming apps like Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, and others directly from your smartphone, tablet or other compatible device through the built-in Bluetooth technology

SET UP YOUR SOUND BAR IN MINUTES — With the included subwoofer, HDMI and optical cables quickly connect your TV to the sound bar. Get set up and listening in minutes

MULTIDIMENSIONAL SOUND WITH UP-FIRING SPEAKERS FOR GREATER IMMERSION: Let the sound cascade over you. With 3 front and 2-up firing channels, plus a 6.5-inch active subwoofer with 8 inch passive radiator for powerful bass, you can enjoy a theater-like audio experience without leaving your couch. Bring your favorite content to life with rich, multidimensional audio that fills the room.

THEATRICAL THREE-DIMENSIONAL SOUND THAT WRAPS AROUND YOU*: Transport yourself to exciting new worlds with multidimensional, 3D sound* that comes from every angle. Every object is placed in space and moves around and above you, putting you in the center of the action.

SAMSUNG TV AND SOUNDBAR SPEAKERS WORK TOGETHER FOR A MORE ROBUST, NUANCED SOUND**: Provides a more immersive sound experience with Samsung TV and Soundbar speakers working together for more robust and nuanced sound.** With compatible AI TVs***, it enhances audio for even more clarity.

OPTIMIZED SOUND FOR EVERY SCENE: Get the optimal listening experience for each scene. The soundbar recognizes the type of content you’re watching and automatically adapts audio settings to produce clear voices and detailed sounds.

SOUND CALIBRATED PERFECTLY FOR YOUR SPACE USING THE TV MIC****: Enjoy stunning sound automatically calibrated to your room using your compatible TV's built-in microphone. It analyzes your space and optimizes the audio for clear sound and immersion.****

DYNAMIC, 3D SOUND AUTOMATICALLY OPTIMIZED FOR GAMING*****: Stay ahead of the game with dynamic, auto-optimized 3D sound for gaming with powerful up-firing speakers and booming bass. React quicker with immersive, realistic sound, that lets you locate the direction of sounds such as footsteps, sirens and other audio cues.

SLIM CENTER CHANNEL THAT WON’T BLOCK YOUR TV - Enjoy crisp, focused dialogues and dynamic, hi-res sound with Polk Monitor XT35, a 4" low-profile speaker with a 1" Tweeter & (4) 3" Dynamically Balanced Woofers that delivers an open mid-range and impactful bass

PREMIUM BUILD QUALITY AND MODERN DESIGN - An upgrade to the critically acclaimed Monitor series, the Polk Monitor XT series features latest innovations in affordable, great sounding speakers, and their stylish design blends with any home décor

HIGH RESOLUTION SOUND FROM ALL INPUTS - Monitor XT35's 4- & 8-Ohm compatibility delivers Dolby Atmos & DTS:X surround sound from your favorite sources, including online streaming via Apple Music, Amazon Music HD, Tidal, Spotify and more

VERSATILITY AT ITS BEST - Slim, compact design allows you to place or wall-mount this center channel below the TV without blocking the IR sensor. Use as left, right and surround channels, in additional to center, for a stunning home theater experience

CREATE AN AFFORDABLE HOME THEATER SETUP - The timbre matched Polk components ensures seamless speaker-to-speaker blending. Add MXT60 tower pair, MXT90 height module and a MXT12 sub to this center speaker to create a unified surround system

Recommended Amplifier Power Per Channel : 25 watts - 200 watts