True To Life Audio Technology 

Ever since professing my love for the Philips Fidelio X2 a couple of issues back, I had the opportunity to test out the Philips Fidelio B8 Soundbar, and it was glorious. Paired with the Dolby Atmos system, it gave the B8 a truly breathtaking audio experience like no other. It made going to the cinema to catch a movie a thing of the past as now you can have the same experience in your own home.

Speakers Everywhere

The B8 comes with 18 built-in speakers, all of which are upwards-firing to provide a truly authentic experience with a dash of realism as if you were actually part of the car chase or shootout. At the the centre of the soundbar lies drivers that are solely dedicated on dialogue so you will be able to hear the villains evil plot perfectly clear while still having the movie’s soundtrack playing in the background.

Bass In Your Face 

To truly take the home cinematic experience to the next level, the B8 comes with a dedicated subwoofer that has an 8” cone and a 220 watt amplifier capable of delivering a cinematic bass response. You will not only be watching the movie but also feel as if you are a part of it, adding in a sense of realism and authenticity that cannot be found at your local cinema.

Built For Everyone To Hear

Thanks to the Ambisound technology in the B8, it helps navigate the sound throughout the 18 speakers to create a room-filling sound so nobody gets left out.

Stream Over Any Device

You can now stream your music through your smartphone, laptop and even desktop computer to the B8 via Bluetooth.

Fit For Any Home 

At only 52mm thick, the B8 is able to fit snugly under your TV while still blending into your home décor seamlessly.

Specs
Price: RM5,599
Dimensions (HxWxD): 52 x 1058 x 120 mm
Weight: 12.08kg
Speaker Output Power: 180W (20W x 9)
Drivers: Total 18 drivers
Connectivity: HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN 2, HDMI 1.4 output (ARC), Digital optical in, Digital coaxial in, Audio in 3.5mm jack, USB
Integrated Connections: NFC, Bluetooth

Score
V – 8
P – 10
F – 10
D – 9
U – 10
Total – 9.4

Verdict: Philips Fidelio have outdone themselves yet again; first with the Fidelio X2 headphones (which I love), and now the Fidelio B8 Soundbar.