Deal | Budget-friendly Bose soundbar with Dolby Atmos receives gigantic 60% discount

Many Christmas shoppers have probably treated themselves to a brand-new OLED television, such as the popular LG C3. However, a good screen is just one part of the equation when it comes to an enjoyable and immersive home theater experience, which is why a decent but wallet-friendly Bose soundbar with Dolby Atmos is also a reasonable purchase.

Fortunately, bargain hunters who have already spent most of their budget on a TV probably don't have to max out their credit card, as Walmart is currently selling the Bose Smart Soundbar 550 at an all-time high discount of 60% relative to the original list price of $499. Consequently, the Dolby Atmos soundbar can now be ordered for $199 including free shipping. Store pickup might also be available at various locations across the US.

This Bose soundbar is somewhat similar to the Smart Soundbar 500, which has been thoroughly tested by the audio experts at Rtings.com. Unsurprisingly, this Dolby Atmos soundbar is not the best-sounding audio system on the market, but it was praised for its well-balanced sound profile. Therefore, the Bose soundbar should be a noticeable upgrade over integrated TV speakers.

That being said, movie enthusiasts who are regularly watching action-packed blockbusters might want to plan ahead and save some money for the Bose Bass Module 500, which is a relatively pricey (currently $399 on Amazon) but definitely meaningful addition to this standalone soundbar. Last but not least, new owners of this Bose soundbar can also add satellite rear speakers later, which would create a room-filling surround sound. In conclusion, the Bose Smart Soundbar 550 has its flaws when used as a standalone system, but for $199 on sale at Walmart, it's a well-priced foundation for television owners who are looking to upgrade their audio system.

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