#POLK SOUNDBAR REVIEW SERIES#
#POLK SOUNDBAR REVIEW TV#

In addition to night mode, the Signa S4 also has three different levels of voice adjust. Night mode reduces lower frequencies that have a higher chance of disturbing others at night. The Polk Signa S4 has modes for movies, music, and nighttime viewing. With a soundbar that concentrates all audio from a small point near the TV, different audio modes tailor the sound to different listening experiences. One of the best features of this product, in my opinion, is the different audio modes.

#POLK SOUNDBAR REVIEW TV#

It’s also worth checking the TV sound settings to ensure that the output is set to HDMI arc. Otherwise, the setup is just plugging in the HDMI and power cables and placing the soundbar. To take advantage of Dolby Atmos audio, the soundbar does need to be connected via HDMI Arc. Unfortunately, the buttons don’t illuminate. There are dedicated buttons for switching audio modes, navigating voice adjust modes, controlling volume and bass, and selecting inputs. The remote is simple but includes all the controls needed to change the audio. An orange light flashing once, twice, or three times signifies the level of voice assist. For example, a green status light when playing audio signifies that the soundbar is picking up Dolby audio, but a light blue light means that it is using Atmos. These lights indicate power, volume level, connection type, and even listening mode.

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On the front of the soundbar is a series of LED lights. Polk provides suggestions on distances in the manual. One thing to note, if the soundbar is mounted on a wall, make sure that there is enough space between the top of the soundbar and the TV above to not interfere with the Atmos speakers on top. I’ve placed it on the TV stand that also holds my LG TV. The Signa S4 can be wall mounted and includes a paper template to make that process easier.

There are connections for HDMI with the included cable, a 3.5mm audio cable, and optical. On top are physical buttons for power, input source, Bluetooth, and volume controls. In the back are all the inputs. Spread out across the soundbar’s 4ft width are seven drivers, including two upward-firing speakers for Dolby Atmos. The sleek design of the Signa S4 features a cloth cover that hides much of what is going on underneath. There’s also a sound mode to make the soundbar less disruptive at night. In addition to upward-firing speakers, the S4 is loaded with sound modes that optimize the audio for hearing voices, movies, or music. The Signa S4 is Polk’s first Atmos soundbar.

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