SonicGear SonicBar BT5300 AirBass XB Review: Budget Soundbar for Better Home Entertainment!

When it comes to having a good home entertainment experience, having a quality soundbar is one way in order to achieve that as it will be able to enhance audio clarity and provide a more immersive audio experience in your home. One option that you consider, and at a cheaper price would be the SonicGear SonicBar BT5300 AirBass XB. In this review article, we’ll be taking a deeper look into what makes this soundbar a good choice for those looking to upgrade their home entertainment system.

Design

The SonicGear SonicBar BT5300 AirBass XB comes in a compact and sleek design which allows for it to be seamlessly placed into your home setup, whether it's in your living room or at your workstation without creating a mess. It comes with a dimension of 560mm x 66mm x 110mm, which further complements its sleek appearance.

The SonicBar BT5300 AirBass XB comes with a matte black finish which makes it have a premium feel to it despite coming at a lower pricing. The soundbar weighs 1.7kg which makes it light enough to be carried around without having much difficulties. In addition to this, the sound bar is also paired together with a subwoofer, which comes with dimensions of 120mm x 400mm x 225mm, and this matches the soundbar’s appearance as it comes with the same black matte finish.

Thus, I feel that this sound bar’s lightweight and sleek design would be able to fit into anybody’s home, especially for those who are looking for good sound quality while also being able to have a stylish addition to their home setup.

Sound Quality

With a total power output of 80W, the SonicGear SonicBar BT5300 AirBass XB is able to deliver a powerful and room-filling audio experience that will be able to travel throughout your entire home. Powered by dual 20W racetrack drivers, which have a wider design for better performance, the soundbar is able to deliver crisp and clear audio, which makes it a must-have for those who enjoy watching movies or listening to music at home.

In addition, the soundbar is also complemented with a 40W RMS wireless subwoofer, which features a 6.5-inch driver that is located within the MDF wood. The subwoofer is able to deliver powerful bass which helps to create a more cinematic experience while you’re watching movies or even playing games. 

With the combination of both the soundbar and the subwoofer, users will be able to experience and immerse themselves in whatever they are watching on screen with the rich sounds that are filled in the room.

Customisable Adjustments

In addition, the BT5300 AirBass XB allows you to be able to easily make adjustments on both the treble and bass levels of the soundbar in order to match your personal preferences or in order to match the content on screen. Also, you’ll be able to make these changes from the comfort of your seat as it includes a full-featured remote control which lets you fine-tune the audio from where you are, allowing you to continue watching your favourite shows without interruptions.

In addition, the soundbar has a built-in DSP which allows you to easily switch between three different presets, TV, Music, and Movie in order to perfectly match your listening or viewing needs. With how simple it is to fine-tune the audio on the spot, the SonicGear SonicBar BT5300 AirBass XB provides a better and convenient experience for users.

Karaoke Functionality

The BT5300 AirBass XB isn’t just a soundbar, it’s also an entertainment hub as it comes with a built-in karaoke function, allowing you to be able to have a karaoke experience in your own home! The soundbar features two 6.3mm microphone inputs, which will allow you to be able to connect microphones to the soundbar in order to carry out karaoke sessions whenever you want by yourself or with your friends and family.

Connectivity

The SonicBar BT5300 AirBass XB comes with a wide range of connectivity options, offering compatibility with both traditional and modern systems. One standout feature for this soundbar would be its Bluetooth 5.3 support, which enables faster device painting, a more stable connection as well as improved energy efficiency, and this ensures that you won’t be interrupted while listening to your favourite songs. With a wireless range of up to 10 metres, it also gives you the freedom to be able to move around your house without worrying about sudden connection losses.

Asides from the Bluetooth 5.3, the soundbar also comes with other forms of connectivity options such as the HDMI 2.1 ARC support, a 3.5mm AUX input and a single optical input. This wide-range of connectivity features ensures that it would be able to pair up nicely with your television screen or even gaming consoles, making the BT5300 AirBass XB an essential addition to your home setup.

Verdict

In conclusion, the SonicGear SonicBar BT5300 AirBass XB not only comes with many incredible features, but it also delivers incredible performances that will surely be able to enhance your audio experience, while also providing you with a form of entertainment with its karaoke function. This soundbar is priced at RM299, so if you’re looking for a way to improve your home entertainment experience and at a reasonable price, then you should definitely consider getting the SonicGear SonicBar BT5300 AirBass XB.